What is an EZGO Lithium Battery Conversion Kit?

The EZGO golf cart is a well-known American brand known for its durability, comfort, and electric performance. Its classic models, such as the TXT and RXV, are suitable for golf courses, resorts and community mobility. EZGO electric vehicles utilize lithium batteries, which are powerful and flexible, providing control that is both cost-effective and reliable. The Lithium Battery Conversion Kit for EZGO is designed for new RXV golf carts equipped with ELiTE Lithium kinetic energy. However, there are still millions of older EZGO TXT RXV electric carts that use lead-acid batteries.

Benefits of Lithium Over Lead-Acid Batteries

As many of the hype says, lithium batteries do have many benefits over lead-acid batteries: Maintenance-free, no need to add water, it can be used for a long time on a single charge, and it is easy to use. The power is strong, and the acceleration feels like pushing back after installation. The power cannot be felt to decline after the instant use drops to 20% of its original power. In contrast, the lead-acid battery cannot reach this level, as its voltage drop is substantial. Lithium battery has high energy density, that is to say, the same capacity of the battery, the quality of the lithium battery is much lighter than the lead-acid battery, after the use of lithium battery, it is similar to reducing the weight of a fat child sitting in the back of the car, thereby increasing the speed and mileage. Lithium batteries can last for more than 10 years, while lead-acid batteries typically have a lifespan of around 500 charge cycles before needing replacement. Currently, many well-known lithium battery brands, such as Trojan, Bolt, and VTCBATT, offer a 5-year free warranty, with the 6th to 10th years covered by a limited warranty. Therefore, there is no need to worry about quality issues with lithium batteries within the first 5 years. Because lithium batteries have a long lifespan, the average cost is not necessarily higher than that of lead-acid batteries. Moreover, lithium batteries have proven to have advantages in terms of maintenance, charging, power, and environmental protection, among others.

Types of EZGO Lithium Battery Conversion Kits

According to the voltage, Lithium Battery Conversion Kits for EZGO, the following models are available:

• EZGO 36V Lithium Battery Conversion Kit
• EZGO 48V Lithium Battery Conversion Kit
• EZGO 72V Lithium Battery Conversion Kit

Depending on the vehicle model, EZGO Lithium Battery Conversion Kits are available for the following models:

• EZGO RXV Lithium Battery Conversion
• EZGO TXT Lithium Battery Kit

The installation process of the EZGO RXV and EZGO TXT Lithium Battery Kit is described below.

Tools and Materials Needed for EZGO TXT

List of accessories（VTCBATT Lithium Battery Kit for EZGO The following accessories are included）

Fixing screws M8*4 (2 long, 2 short)	Mounting bracket*2	communication line
Charger (optional)	Vehicle Power Meter

Recommended tools

✔M9 drill

Installation step

1: Cut off the fixing tabs on the battery tray of the original holder

2: Use the M9 drill to make four holes. This picture shows the approximate location; you need to put the battery in the car in advance to plan the hole position.

3. Smoothly place the batteries and leave a space for the wires to be easily connected.

4. Tighten the short and long M8 nuts on the bracket to secure the mounting block in place and stabilize the battery.

5. Replace the original power meter without any damage, no need to break the wire

6. Ensure that the battery can be used normally after correct wiring

For the detailed installation tutorial of EZGO TXT lithium conversion, please refer to the PDF: Summary of Battery Installation Instructions.pdf.

Tools and Materials Needed for EZGO RXV

List of accessories（VTCBATT Lithium Battery Kit for EZGO RXV The following accessories are included）

set screw M8*4	Charging extension cable*2
Charger (optional)	Power meter, communication cable*2

Recommended tools

• • M9 drill

• • Wrench set (commonly 10mm, 13mm, 14mm, etc.)

• • Screwdriver

• • Insulated gloves

• • Voltmeter or multimeter

• • Cable ties (for organizing wiring)

• • Safety goggles (for protection)

Installation step for EZGO RXV

1: Use the M9 drill to make four holes. This picture shows the approximate location. you need to put the battery in the car in advance to plan the whole position

2: Tighten the M8 nut at the hole to fix the mounting block in place and stabilize the battery position

3. Smoothly place the batteries and leave a space for the wires to be easily accessible. WIRINGS

4. Car charging cable use extension cable (length is not enough case use)

5. Replace the original car power meter; no need to break the wire

6. Ensure that the battery can be used normally after the correct wiring

7.Install a charging cable for easy charging later.

For the detailed installation tutorial of EZGO RXV lithium conversion, please refer to the PDF: Summary of Battery Installation Instructions.pdf.

Testing and Troubleshooting

Initial Test After Installation
• Power on the system: Turn on the golf cart and check if the dashboard displays normally.
• Test Drive: Check whether the battery temperature, voltage, current, etc., are normal on the meter. Check the breaking & steering systems. Drive at a low speed and observe if the power output is stable.

  If everything is normal, the installation is complete! Common Issues and Solutions

• Will not start: Make sure the cable is securely connected or connected correctly.
• The voltage display is not 48V: 40-58V is normal, because it is possible that the battery is not fully charged. If it is out of range, you can charge the battery first and then retest it.

Maintenance and Care

• Use the charger provided by the battery manufacturer to charge, or the charger recommended on the battery
• If the battery has not been used for a long time, keep it charged once every 3-6 months (the automatic discharge of lithium batteries is very small, but it also needs to be charged once every 6 months)
• If you do not use the battery for an extended period, park the tram indoors to keep the battery surface clean, dry, and protected from dust and moisture. It is recommended and disconnect the cable from the battery. (This is not mandatory, as the battery is IP67 rated).

 

Conclusion on EZGO Lithium Battery Conversion Kits

EZGO is one of the top 3 golf cart brands in the USA, and we offer VTCBATT Lithium Battery Conversion Kits specifically for EZGO TXT/RXV cart users, which contain complete accessories to upgrade or replace old batteries. If you have any questions about installation, please don’t hesitate to contact us. IN ADDITION, VTCBATT ALSO OFFERS MORE ACCESSORIES FOR GOLF CART MODIFICATIONS, INCLUDING a DC CONVERTER AND MORE. In addition to the EZGO TXT and EZGO RXV 48V, we also offer a 36V EZGO golf cart lithium battery conversion kit, as well as an upgraded 72V battery kit. It also fits the existing lithium battery conversion kit solution for various other golf cart brands.