# GolfCartCriteria

> Golf cart guides: lithium battery conversions, chargers, lift kits, wheels and tires, seats, enclosures, lights and parts, with fitment for Club Car, E-Z-GO, Yamaha and LSVs.

GolfCartCriteria publishes golf cart upgrades reviews, buying guides and reader discount codes. Every review states who the product suits, the current price from the brand's own store, and any active reader code.

## Key pages
- [Reviews](https://golfcartcriteria.com/reviews): every product we recommend
- [Buying guides](https://golfcartcriteria.com/guides): how to choose
- [Deals and codes](https://golfcartcriteria.com/deals): every active reader code
- [Glossary](https://golfcartcriteria.com/glossary): golf cart upgrades terms defined
- [How we test](https://golfcartcriteria.com/testing-methodology)

## Topics
- [Batteries & charging](https://golfcartcriteria.com/category/batteries-charging): Lithium battery conversions, lead-acid replacements, chargers and battery maintenance.
- [Lift kits & wheels](https://golfcartcriteria.com/category/lift-wheels): Spindle, A-arm and block lift kits, wheels, tires and suspension.
- [Seats & enclosures](https://golfcartcriteria.com/category/comfort-weather): Seat covers and replacements, rear flip seats, roofs, windshields and enclosures.
- [Lights, safety & parts](https://golfcartcriteria.com/category/lights-parts): Light kits, turn signals, mirrors, seat belts, controllers and replacement parts.
- [Audio & storage](https://golfcartcriteria.com/category/audio-storage): Golf cart sound bars, speakers, storage boxes, coolers, cup holders and convenience accessories.
- [Carts & LSVs](https://golfcartcriteria.com/category/carts): Complete electric and gas golf carts and neighborhood low-speed vehicles, compared on specs and ownership.
- [Fleet & maintenance](https://golfcartcriteria.com/category/fleet-maintenance): Fleet and commercial accessories, maintenance products, winterization and storage.

## Buying guides
- [3-Inch vs 6-Inch Golf Cart Lift Kits](https://golfcartcriteria.com/guides/3-inch-vs-6-inch-golf-cart-lift-kits): A taller lift creates more room for larger tires, while fitment and handling depend on the exact cart, suspension design, kit and tire dimensions.
- [Acrylic vs Polycarbonate Golf Cart Windshields](https://golfcartcriteria.com/guides/acrylic-vs-polycarbonate-golf-cart-windshields): Acrylic materials commonly offer a harder surface, while polycarbonate is selected for impact resistance. Coatings, thickness and the windshield design affect the finished part.
- [Golf Cart Chargers: Voltage, Plug Types and Lead-Acid vs Lithium](https://golfcartcriteria.com/guides/golf-cart-charger-guide): A golf cart charger must match your cart's voltage, battery chemistry and charging receptacle. Lead-acid and lithium need different charge profiles, so use a charger built or programmed for your battery. Higher output amps charge faster but cost more. Plug styles differ by make and year, so check your receptacle or buy a charger with the right plug or an adapter.
- [Golf Cart Enclosures, Windshields and Rear Seats: Fit and Materials](https://golfcartcriteria.com/guides/golf-cart-enclosure-and-windshield-guide): Enclosures and windshields fit by make, model and roof length, such as standard two-seat roofs and extended roofs for rear-seat carts, so measure before ordering. Track-style enclosures slide open and look tidy; over-the-top covers are cheaper and quicker to fit. Polycarbonate windshields resist impacts better than acrylic. Rear flip seat kits add seating but shift weight, so check your cart's capacity.
- [Golf Cart Lift Kits: Spindle vs A-Arm vs Block Lifts](https://golfcartcriteria.com/guides/golf-cart-lift-kit-guide): Spindle lifts replace the front spindles and are the simplest, most affordable way to add about 3 to 6 inches. A-arm lifts replace the front suspension arms for more travel and a smoother ride on rough ground. Block lifts raise the rear on leaf-spring carts. Every kit is specific to make, model and year, so confirm fitment first, and plan tire size, alignment and steering stability with the lift.
- [Golf Cart Lithium Battery Conversion: Voltage, Amp-Hours and Fit](https://golfcartcriteria.com/guides/golf-cart-lithium-battery-conversion): A lithium conversion replaces a cart's lead-acid pack with a lithium battery of the same nominal voltage, commonly 36 or 48 volts. Size amp-hours for the range you need, and make sure the battery's BMS continuous and peak current ratings meet the motor controller's draw. You will need a lithium-compatible charger; some older Club Car Precedent configurations may need an OBC bypass. Check the battery maker's compatibility chart against your model year and charging setup, and look for a safety certification suited to the battery and application, such as UL 2271 where applicable.
- [Golf Cart Tire Sizes and Wheel Fitment Explained](https://golfcartcriteria.com/guides/golf-cart-tire-size-and-wheel-fitment): Golf cart tire sizes read height × width - wheel diameter, so 22x11-10 is a 22-inch-tall, 11-inch-wide tire on a 10-inch wheel. Stock carts commonly use about 18-inch tires on 8-inch wheels; many non-lifted carts fit up to about 20 inches with low-profile tires, and taller tires usually need a lift. Most Club Car, E-Z-GO and Yamaha carts use a 4 on 4 inch bolt pattern. Check offset and ply rating too.
- [Golf Cart Tire Tread: Turf vs All-Terrain vs Street](https://golfcartcriteria.com/guides/golf-cart-tire-tread-guide): Turf tires favor gentler contact with maintained grass, all-terrain tread suits mixed surfaces, and street tread suits paved use. Match tire size and rating to the cart.
- [Lead-Acid vs Lithium Golf Cart Batteries](https://golfcartcriteria.com/guides/lead-acid-vs-lithium-golf-cart-batteries): Lead-acid and lithium systems differ in maintenance, charging and installation requirements. Compare the full pack, charger, controller, warranty and cart compatibility before converting.
- [LED vs Halogen Golf Cart Lights](https://golfcartcriteria.com/guides/led-vs-halogen-golf-cart-lights): LED and halogen kits differ in power, service parts and beam design. Choose a vehicle-specific kit and verify voltage, wiring, mounting and road-use requirements.
- [Onboard vs Offboard Golf Cart Chargers](https://golfcartcriteria.com/guides/onboard-vs-offboard-golf-cart-chargers): Onboard chargers travel with the cart and plug into an AC outlet; offboard units are separate equipment. Both must match the cart voltage and battery maker’s charging requirements.
- [Street-Legal Golf Carts: LSV Equipment Requirements Explained](https://golfcartcriteria.com/guides/street-legal-golf-cart-lsv-requirements): Under federal rules, an LSV is a four-wheeled vehicle that can travel above 20 and up to 25 mph and has a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) under 3,000 pounds. FMVSS 500 specifies equipment including lights, reflectors, mirrors, a parking brake, a windshield meeting FMVSS 205, seat belts, a VIN, rear-visibility compliance and an alert sound. States decide registration, insurance and which roads LSVs may use. A standard golf cart under 20 mph is regulated by state and local law.

## Reader codes
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