Golf Cart Winter Storage Guide
Proper storage will ensure your golf cart remains safe during the off-season and is ready for your trips when the weather gets warmer. That’s why you want to take extra measures when storing your golf vehicle during winter. Here are a few things to do when winterizing a golf cart. Read on to learn more, and for more information, contact Beech Creek Golf Carts.
Perform Preventive Maintenance
Before storing your golf cart, service it thoroughly and perform minor repairs. This will help reduce the chances of your vehicle deteriorating during the periods in storage.
First, clean your golf cart using mild soapy water and rinse it thoroughly. Let it dry, then inflate your tires and chock the wheels to hold them in place. This will ensure your tires don’t wear out from holding up the weight of your golf vehicle all winter.
Take Care of Your Battery
Next, you want to winterize your golf cart battery to keep it safe and ready to use when spring comes. Essentially, you should clean and neutralize the battery terminals to prevent debris from accumulating and check and top off low-level water. You also want to charge your batteries to your manufacturer’s recommendation and keep it in a cool and dry indoor environment. Alternatively, use a trickle charger to give your battery a consistent power source.
Winterizing a Gas Golf Cart
When winterizing a gas golf cart, fill the fuel tank with fresh fuel and turn off the shutoff valve. You want to add a fuel stabilizer and replace your spark plugs and air filter.
Winterizing an Electric Golf Cart
If you have an electric golf cart, place its tow switch in the “tow” position to disable the generative braking system and relieve the pressure off the battery pack.
We hope this guide helps keep your golf cart safe during the cold season. If you have more questions or are still in the market for a golf vehicle, visit Beech Creek Golf Carts. We have an excellent collection of golf carts from various premium brands, and we can help you pick a model that suits your budget and unique requirements. You will find us in Cincinnati, OH, proudly serving our patrons from Dayton, OH, and Lexington, KY—so stop by today.