Golf Cart Storage for Winter
With fall upon us the arrival of winter isn’t far away and riding around in golf carts is something we should be able to enjoy year round. This isn’t always possible depending on the snow cover where you live. If this is the case you should be sure that your cart is stored properly. Keeping your golf cart in great condition for a long time requires proper storage. Here are some recommendations for storing your cart optimally:
Thorough Cleansing
Before you move to store your golf cart, make sure you clean it inside and out. A mixture of water and soap is enough to clean the dirt and grime on it. However, sometimes there are stubborn stains of grease and mud.
You'll need a quality degreaser to remove them effectively. Sometimes the battery might have corrosion. Be sure to clean the battery carefully and dry with a towel.
Handling the Battery
While you prepare your cart for long-term storage, don't ignore the battery inside it. To prevent the Lead Acid battery from freezing, charge it fully before storing it and leave it on charge. To ensure there are no issues with power or the charger we recommend you unplug and replug the charger in the cart every 4-6 weeks to reset the charger if it is not a smart charger. If that is not possible, disconnect the battery cables to avoid any electrical problems or drainage issues during storage.
A Full Checkup
Tune your cart before storing it. Fuel, air filters, spark plugs, and fluids all need to be checked. If there are any issues, address them right away and replace the faulty parts.
Ensure Zero Movement
While you have prepared the cart well, it is equally important to place it firmly. Ideally, you should put blocks behind its tires to stop any movement. Disengage the parking brake so that there's no extended pressure on them. You can also raise the cart to reduce pressure on tires.
Proper Position & Storage
Turn the key to switch to OFF and leave the cart to a Forward switch in a NEUTRAL position. Try to store your golf cart in a cool location as batteries tend to last longer there. In warm surroundings, batteries tend to discharge much faster.
Conclusion
Golf cart storage takes a lot of time and effort. A regular keep-up is suggested, especially living in Northern Nevada, where the winter season can span more than three months.
If you’re stationed away from your golf cart or don’t have time for it, don’t worry; Cartbarn Conceirge is here for you. This concierge service includes having a mechanic every 6 weeks to your house to keep your cart running over winter to ensure its optimal condition.
Get in touch with Cartbarn, and our expert team will entertain your golf cart storage questions.