Be sure to check out our website for the new G29 Tune-up kits - www.powerequipmentman.com/product/yamaha-g29-tune-up-kit

@myshit6541

2 жыл бұрын

Is it normal for these to smell like strong gas

Going to second all those great comments before mine." I hate you". Your description and knowledge is tops. That is what we need more in this country. Best to you.

@PowerEquipmentMan

5 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Outstanding video. Straightforward, to the point and thorough. Thank you very much.

@PowerEquipmentMan

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Great video, straight talk in layman's terms. I got a 2017 ready to do some upgrades. Thanks for the tips.

@PowerEquipmentMan

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! I have a ton more videos coming out on these Quietechs, so keep watching!

@beerpolice17

3 жыл бұрын

Looking forward to more quiet tech videos! Great videos!! Keep it up

Really enjoyed this video. It was very helpful and easy to understand.

@PowerEquipmentMan

3 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped. Thanks for watching!

Fantastic video! Very easy to follow! Thanks.

@PowerEquipmentMan

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Very well done. I'll get the vacuum extractor ordered today.

@PowerEquipmentMan

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

I appreciate good straightforward no nonsense instructions. Thank you. I think mine is a 2014. We haven’t changed the oil. Probably need to. Don’t use it much. Need to. Lol. I’ll be listening to all the ways we need to improve our sweet Yami baby.

@PowerEquipmentMan

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Very good video. Straightforward and detailed. Thanks.

@PowerEquipmentMan

2 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Thanks for the tips very good video

@PowerEquipmentMan

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Very good video!

@PowerEquipmentMan

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Very helpful. Thank you. 👍👍❤

@PowerEquipmentMan

2 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Great information

@PowerEquipmentMan

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Very Intuitive, thanks...

@PowerEquipmentMan

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Hey Jonas, great video. I plan on purchasing this exact golf cart in the next few months. I’m assuming the drain plug has a seal. Do you ever pull the plug and replace that seal and if so, how often? Love your videos, you have a new subscriber.

@PowerEquipmentMan

2 жыл бұрын

The drain plug on these use an aluminum washer, so if you never remove the drain plug there is no reason to replace it. Thanks for watching

Awesome video. Local golf course told me they do it the same way on theirs. Question, is there an Oil filter that needs replacing?

@PowerEquipmentMan

3 жыл бұрын

No these carts do not have an oil filter.

Great vid

@PowerEquipmentMan

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Hey man, great video I actually just bought a brand new 23. The question I have is do these things have an oil filter. Thanks for the video as well.

@PowerEquipmentMan

11 ай бұрын

No, these engines do not use an oil filter.

Nice video

@PowerEquipmentMan

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Great video. Having a hard time try to find what type of grease is specified for the clutches. What type did y’all use?

@PowerEquipmentMan

2 жыл бұрын

We just use a multi-purpose grease.

Good video! I couldnt figure out the skid plate so i just used the oil extractor like you did. The thing i dont get is the grease. Does it say to do that in the manual?

@PowerEquipmentMan

3 жыл бұрын

We were told at the Yamaha training school about greasing the clutches. I'm not sure if that info is in the the manual or not. I figure they wouldn't have put grease zerks on them if they weren't supposed to get greased.

I’m a complete novice when it comes to mechanical maintenance, what kind of grease would you recommend for the clutch? Awesome video by the way, keep up the good work.

@PowerEquipmentMan

3 жыл бұрын

Just use any type of multipurpose grease. I just updated the links above for a nice 3 oz grease gun and cartridges. Thanks for watching!

@TheDude_83

3 жыл бұрын

@@PowerEquipmentMan thanks a lot for the quick reply. Just ordered the grease gun you linked. I noticed on the website for the tune up kit that the brand of oil is Maxima, do you still prefer Kohler 10w30? Kohler 10w30 is the exact oil I use for my riding mower and figured that would be awesome being able to use it for the cart as well. Thanks again!

@PowerEquipmentMan

3 жыл бұрын

They are both good. If you already have the kohler oil just use that.

Do you know if the 2015 Drive has grease fittings? I can’t spot any. Thanks in advance. Great videos collection BTW.

@PowerEquipmentMan

3 жыл бұрын

You should just have one grease fitting on each clutch just like the cart in this video and thats it.

great video as always. what is the correct spark pug gap please?

@PowerEquipmentMan

3 жыл бұрын

99% of the time with NGK plugs the gap doesn't need to be adjusted. If you really want to check it though it should be around .030"

@billyboy952

3 жыл бұрын

@@PowerEquipmentMan I dropped the new plug, that is why I need to know the correct gap. my cart wants to go chug, chug like it is loading up when I first take off, any ideas please? I installed new gas and air filters and adjusted the throttle cable and it still does it. the throttle cable had about 1 inch slack in it. i adjusted it to take up the slack, but no change in the chugging on take off. runs fine at low and all good up to full throttle

Thanks for the video, Im now to the golf cart world. Just got a 2019 Fleet 2 electric. Does the electric version needs an oil change too?

@PowerEquipmentMan

3 жыл бұрын

No an electric cart doesn't have any engine oil that will need changed. You will have rear differential oil that will need changed every 3 to 5 years. The biggest thing you need to keep an eye on is your water level in your batteries. Also clean any corrosion off the terminals and make sure they stay tight. And the cart should always be plugged in anytime you are not using it. Don't park it on concrete in your garage without a drip mat under it or the battery acid will stain your floor.

@ntrddragn

3 жыл бұрын

@@PowerEquipmentMan plug it in every any time I'm not using it?I asked the guy who dropped it off and he said no.I guess he was wrong. Lol... Also do happen to know the "G" version?Is it a G29 also? Appreciate the response.

@PowerEquipmentMan

3 жыл бұрын

@@ntrddragn The Drive 2 is still called a g29, just like the drive 1 was. I'm not sure why they didn't change it. Most of the accessories you look up for the "g29" is for the Drive 1 and wont fit the Drive 2. The model name for the Drive 2 electric is DR2E. I would highly recommend plugging your cart in every night unless you like to get stranded. If you are using it at different times throughout the day you don't need to plug it in-between uses, just when you are done with it for the day.

@CK-yi6pc

3 жыл бұрын

🙄

Hi I have a 2018 Drive2, I just bought it and it is backfiring when it gets warmed up and is coming to a stop sometimes even after being at a stop with engine off for a second or two!! Do you have any recommendations on how I can fix this? I’ve already checked and made sure all the intake and exhaust bolts are tightened. Thanks in advance for your help. 🙂

@PowerEquipmentMan

3 жыл бұрын

If it is carbureted I would guess that the throttle cable is too tight or carb is dirty and it is holding the butterfly open a little bit allowing gas into the engine while its still turning over but not firing. If its EFI it could be an injector problem and would need to go to a dealer. Backfires are most commonly caused by excess fuel not getting burned.

Is a torque wrench not necessary when installing the spark plug? Looks like Yamaha does recommend around 15lbs of torque when re-installing in the manual.

@PowerEquipmentMan

3 жыл бұрын

I've been a mechanic for over 20 years and never once used a torque wrench to install a spark plug...never had one fall out either. We call it a "calibrated elbow". If you are more comfortable using a torque wrench though, go ahead.

Is it true that on the 2022 Yamaha put a thick protective coating on engine on the drain plug side? All around mine has cracks near the drain plug. Dealer told me it was normal and showed me a new crate engine with the same cracks. Have you seen this in your experience?

@PowerEquipmentMan

2 жыл бұрын

I have not heard anything about a coating. But Yamaha has always had rough castings for these engines. They may look cracked but they are really not. If it was cracked it would be leaking. Even if yours did somehow get cracked, you've got a 4 year warranty that would take care of it.

I've got a 2018 Yamaha Drive 2 Quietech EFI Fleet that started showing the check engine/oil light (solid) right when I first press the accelerator after it's been sitting for any prolonged period. It's not flashing, and it only stays on for a few seconds and then goes away. It does not come back after the cart is warmed up. The oil was changed in October, and still looks very clean and is at the correct level. If anything, it may be just a little over. Any idea why the engine light is coming on after a cold start?

@PowerEquipmentMan

2 жыл бұрын

The check engine light should come on solid for a few seconds after the cart is started the first time to do a system check. What you are explaining sounds normal.

What are you thoughts on adding sea foam to the oil 50 miles before you change it and adding it to the gas tank as well?

@PowerEquipmentMan

Жыл бұрын

We do not do any additives to the oil. We do add Stabil to the fuel to keep it from going bad since a tank of gas last for so long in these carts.

Thanks! Question, I have a 2017 that's been fine until today... It runs, then dies, and is sluggish to start and then stalls. I checked the plug, it was carboned but DRY and I cleaned it and reinstalled, but same result. The cart has been ran almost daily, except for the past few weeks I had shoulder surgery so not until today. The OIL looks BLACK. I had it at the dealer about a year ago for a rear spring upgrade and they said they did the service.... There's a gas smell and the tank gas smells varnished, which is weird because we fuel it when it gets to half and we have two acres in the country and use it quite frequently (go miles around the neighborhood too at least once a week) except for the past two weeks. Any ideas?

@PowerEquipmentMan

Жыл бұрын

Sure sounds like its a fuel problem. It would be better to let the gas tank run almost empty and then fill it up with fresh fuel each time. If you keep refilling it when it is half full, the fuel that is in there is still old. Make sure the fuel that you are putting in it is fresh and hasn't been sitting around in a gas can. Add fuel stabilizer to the fuel each time you fill it as well. I would start with draining the tank completely and adding fresh fuel. Oil needs to be changed at least once per year or more depending on use. So do an oil change now. If its carbureted, clean the carb (or have someone do it that has an ultrasonic cleaner). Replace the spark plug (don't just clean it). Remove the spark arrestor from the tip of the muffler and throw it in the trash (if it is a Quietech model).

My 2020 Drive 2 EFI seems to be running very rich. The smell is killing me but the cart runs good. Any Ideas? It has 90 hrs. on it.

@PowerEquipmentMan

2 жыл бұрын

We have not personally ran into this issue, but I have talked to one or two guys that had. I gave them my suggestions, but never heard back if it fixed their issue. My first thought is that the fuel injector is leaking. If it has some type of debris in it that is not allowing it to close completely it would be leaking fuel into the intake the whole time the cart is running. If that isn't it, then I would look at the intake air temp sensor, cylinder temp sensor, and MAP sensor. If any of those sensors were giving a false reading it could tell the ECU to add too much fuel. For example, if the air temp sensor was telling the ECU that it was 40 degrees out when it was actually 90 degrees, the ECU would be telling it to add more fuel then it needs because its cold when its not. The problem is most of those sensors are difficult to test, and Yamaha doesn't even give specs for some of them. Chances are, even if you take it to a dealer, they will just start swapping out sensors until something fixes it. It also wouldn't hurt to check the spark arrestor on the tip of the muffler and replace the air filter. Keep in mind that these carts all come with a 4 year warranty, even if you aren't the original owner, the dealer SHOULD still honor it. If you have a good dealer close to you, just let them figure it out under warranty.

Just replaced the carburetor. Still have some spitting and sputter like on my cart just like this. Any recommendations?

@PowerEquipmentMan

Жыл бұрын

Did you use an OEM carb (expensive) or aftermarket (cheap)?

Never heard of a dedicated small engine oil. What is different about it? Never had a problem using a good quality (car) oil in small engine but never too late to learn something

@PowerEquipmentMan

2 жыл бұрын

This article covers most of it - wengerequipment.com/2018/03/28/why-you-should-use-small-engine-oil/ Small engine oils also usually have an anti-foaming additive because they use splash lubrication and run higher RPMs.

Hi, if you do take out the bolt underneath the cart, is it a 7/16th bolt?

@PowerEquipmentMan

Жыл бұрын

The drain bolt uses a 17mm wrench.

How often do you recommend changing the spark plug? Thanks

@PowerEquipmentMan

5 ай бұрын

Every time that you change the engine oil. Which should be at least once per year (depending on how much you use your cart).

is there a specific kind of grease to use in the drive clutch zerk fittings?

@PowerEquipmentMan

10 ай бұрын

We just use a regular multipurpose grease.

@mjhopkins874

10 ай бұрын

Copy that. I'm using Lucas Red N Tackey. I've had great results with this brand on my motorcycles. BTW Your videos are very helpful. Keep up the good work !

Any pointers on ignition switch wiring?

@PowerEquipmentMan

3 жыл бұрын

What are you trying to do?

I noticed you didn't gap your plugs, was it pre gapped?

@PowerEquipmentMan

2 жыл бұрын

These NGK plugs come pre gapped to .030", I have never had one that wasn't gapped correctly right out of the box.

Is a Yamaha DR2A19PTV fuel injected and requires no fuel filter?

@PowerEquipmentMan

Жыл бұрын

Yes, that is correct.

I thought the rear end had a 90 wt gear oil to check. If not how is it lubricated??

@PowerEquipmentMan

5 ай бұрын

Yes, you do have to change the rear diff oil every 4 to 5 years. We have several videos showing how to do that depending on which rear axle your cart has. Here is the one for the Quietech - kzread.info/dash/bejne/g4yIrcqAibm4lpc.html

What size is the dip stick tube ?

@PowerEquipmentMan

3 жыл бұрын

I couldn't tell you the size of the tube off hand. It uses the smallest hose that comes with the vacuum pump I have listed in the description.

"easier to suck out". And when hot any metal particles will be suspended in the oil.

@PowerEquipmentMan

2 ай бұрын

Correct.

I'm curious of your reason saying don't use regular motor oil. Kohler doesn't make oil... I use what the engineer says to use. They call for a 10w30 oil I use a reputable companies 10w30 oil. Just like my truck requires a dexos approved oil and my farm store sells 10 dollars a gallon dexos certified oil so I use that. I think just changing the oil is the ticket. Not so much getting brand specific

@PowerEquipmentMan

2 жыл бұрын

If you do a little research you will find that "small engine oils" have different additives then "regular car oil". Since these small engines are air cooled and run at almost double the RPMs that a car engine normally does, the oil that is formulated for small engines has more zinc (helps with cooling) and anti-foaming agents. So while these engines call for 10w-30 it also states that the oil must also meet certain API ratings. Failing to use an oil that meets Yamaha's API specifications will void your warranty. I know that Kohler, or Kawasaki, or Yamaha, or any other company don't make their own oil, but they choose an oil formulation that meets their specifications to put their name on the bottle. Since these engines only oil use 1 quart of oil, I highly recommend spending the the extra couple of dollars to buy the right oil for the application.

@bubbacrabb

2 жыл бұрын

@@PowerEquipmentMan I hear ya. I always thought that. I now run Rotella in all my small engines since it's rated for motorcycles as well as diesel engines

@bubbacrabb

2 жыл бұрын

@@PowerEquipmentMan I was looking at my yamaha manual. The yamaha engineers require SE or higher oil. It be hard to find any oil that doesn't exceed SE standards now.

Does my Yamaha G14-A have a oil filter

@PowerEquipmentMan

2 ай бұрын

No

Concerned. 2021 drive 2 efi changed the oil. Checked before starting and stick measured ok. Siphoned using 2 different size tubes and could only get a 1/2 qt. Replaced with just a 1/2 qt of 10w-30 and the stick was right on. Should I leave it like this or go from underneath and drop the pan? Thanks Frank

@PowerEquipmentMan

Жыл бұрын

Did you insert the suction tube through the dip stick hole or through the oil fill hole?

@frankszlachetka6382

Жыл бұрын

First time through the dip stick then the filler hole. Both times it felt like the tubes small and large were bottoming out?@@PowerEquipmentMan

@PowerEquipmentMan

Жыл бұрын

@@frankszlachetka6382 Interesting. We service around 200 Yamahas a year just like how we show in this video and have never had an issue. We always add exactly 1 quart and it gets them exactly to the full line. This is how Yamaha actually recommends changing oil in the Quietechs and trains golf courses to service their fleets like this. I have to assume that you have a restriction somewhere and the tube isn't getting all the way to the bottom.

@frankszlachetka6382

Жыл бұрын

@@PowerEquipmentMan What is even more wierd is that before I drained it the dip stick read dead on and the oil looked brand new. Once I started siphoning the oil was jet black. Going to play it safe and go from underneath. Cheap insurance and peace of mind. Appreciate you taking the time to follow up. Thanks Frank

@frankszlachetka6382

Жыл бұрын

Update and 2 questions please: Went from underneath and removed the drain plug. Full qt came out. I have the standard FLEET model and did my own conversion to be street legal. Is my model supposed to have the plastic shield underneath it and if so would it make mine even quieter. 2nd an average cost for a dealer to install a high speed gear set. Thank You, Frank

No oil filter replacement?

@PowerEquipmentMan

2 жыл бұрын

No, these Yamaha's do not have an oil filter.

Is there a oil filter.

@PowerEquipmentMan

8 ай бұрын

No, these engines do not have an oil filter.

What happens if i put regular 10w30 full synthetic?

@augustohollanda5553

Жыл бұрын

after i put the oil you recommended my cart wont stop smoking.

@PowerEquipmentMan

Жыл бұрын

Is it over-full on oil? I would not recommend using a synthetic.

Is there no oil filter?

@PowerEquipmentMan

Жыл бұрын

No, these engines do not use an oil filter.

And why did you pull the spark plug?

@PowerEquipmentMan

2 ай бұрын

To replace it? We replace the spark plug every time we change oil.

Why not use the oil fill hole to drain the oil?

@PowerEquipmentMan

Жыл бұрын

If you try to insert the oil suction tube threw the oil fill hole you will hit several obstructions. Using the oil dipstick hole gives you a clear shot to the bottom of the engine case.

@davekimbell3444

Жыл бұрын

@@PowerEquipmentMan Thank you. I reset the throttle spring stop nut to the specs in your video and am getting 28mph according to Waze. However, is there a power drop off doing that? I turned into a stiff wind and the cart slowed to about 20-21 and engine was straining. Thoughts?

@davekimbell3444

Жыл бұрын

I have a’22 EFI

@PowerEquipmentMan

Жыл бұрын

I am assuming you have a PTV model with high speed gears. With the higher gear ratio you loose a lot of torque which will cause you to loose a lot of speed on hills and under a load. We sell a clutch kit that helps with this exact issue - kzread.info/dash/bejne/nZuo1o-aisWdj9o.html

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Using the drain plug save buying an extractor that will only be used for my cart, so at least show us where it is, the drain plug and what oil and how much...Just a suggestion.

Its not that hard to remove the bottom pan. Draining the oil through the drain plug. If the difference between a good job and a great job is 5 minutes by removing the pan, ill remove the pan.

@PowerEquipmentMan

3 жыл бұрын

Yamaha actually teaches golf courses to service their quietechs the way I do it in the video. If its recommended by Yamaha its good enough for me. I've got a bad back and can't be crawling around on the floor if I dont have to. Thanks for watching

So everybody is supposed to have a vacuum extractor. OK cool.

@PowerEquipmentMan

9 ай бұрын

The video also mentions how to remove the drain plug to drain the oil as well. It's not rocket science. The purpose of the video is to show people a better/easier way.

No oil filter ?

@PowerEquipmentMan

2 жыл бұрын

No, these engines are splash lubricated.

No oil filter?

@PowerEquipmentMan

2 жыл бұрын

No. These engines are splash lubricated.