GTW 16-073 4 Double A Arm Lift Kit Instruction Manual

GTW 16-073 4 Double A Arm Lift Kit

Product Specifications

• Part Number: 16-073
• Product: 4 Double A-Arm Lift Kit
• Compatibility: Fits E-Z-GO RXV Electric 2013.5 – 2022 Models Front & Rear, and 2008-2013 Electric Front only
• Material: Dacromet Coated Hardware
• Includes: Various bolts, nuts, washers, spindles, cotter pins, shocks

Product Usage Instructions

Tools Needed

• 19mm & 24mm Socket
• 15mm Socket & Wrench
• 17mm Socket
• 15mm Socket and Wrench

Installation Steps

• Step 1
  Engage the parking brake and lift the front of the vehicle on jack stands. Remove front wheels and hubs from spindles.

• Step 2
  Remove bumper nuts and retain bumper and hardware.

• Step 3
  Remove the cotter pins and uninstall the steering arm from each spindle. Thread tie rod nut back on for safekeeping.

• Step 4
  Remove A-Arm bolts and let them hang. Keep hardware for reinstallation later.

• Step 5
  Remove the upper shock mounting bolt and then uninstall the shock, spindle, and control arm subassembly. Retain all hardware for reinstallation.

FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

• Q: Can this lift kit be used on other golf cart models?
  A: No, this GTW lift kit is specifically designed for use on E-Z-GO RXV models only.

• Q: What should I do after installing the lift kit?
  A: Ensure proper alignment of the front wheels to prevent safety issues while driving. Also, follow all operating instructions and warnings provided.

• Q: What tyre size is recommended for use with this lift kit?
  A: Do not use tyre heights greater than 23 inches on this 4″ lift kit to avoid unintended speed and performance issues.

ITEMS INCLUDED

• Main Suspension Assembly
• Driver Side Spindle Assembly
• Passenger Side Spindle Assembly
• Driver Side Upper A-Arm Assembly
• Passenger Side Upper A-Arm Assembly
• 2 Front Shocks
• Hardware Pack
• Thread Lock Adhesive

TOOLS NEEDED

• Ratchet
• Torque Wrench
• 15mm Socket
• 17mm Socket
• 19mm Socket
• 24mm Socket
• 25mm Socket
• 12mm Wrench
• 15mm Wrench
• 17mm Wrench
• 19mm Wrench
• 21mm Wrench
• 24mm Wrench
• 25mm Wrench
• 3/8” Allen Socket

WARNING:
Professional installation is recommended for this lift kit and must be performed while following these instructions.

• After installing this lift kit, the front wheels must be properly aligned. Failure to properly align the front wheels may result in decreased ability to control the Golf Cart which may result in a rollover or crash.
• The yellow Warning Label included with these instructions must be placed in a visible location to the operator of this vehicle.
• This GTW lift kit is not intended for use on carts other than the E-Z-GO RXV.
• Review installation instruction steps to ensure this GTW lift kit was properly installed to the provided instructions.
• Increasing the tyre size larger than the stock 18″ will increase the operating speed. Take care when maneuvering at all times.
• Do NOT use tyre heights greater than 23″ tyres on this 4″ Lift kit. Exceeding tyre heights larger than recommended will cause unintended speeds and performance issues.
• Be aware that this vehicle now handled differently. It is less stable and more sensitive to speed changes and the nature of operation.
• Follow all operating instructions and warnings provided.

For additional assistance, please call our support line @ 1-800-959-0852.

WARNING
After installing this lift kit, the front wheels must be properly aligned. Failure to properly align the front wheels may result in decreased ability to control the Golf Cart which may result in a rollover or crash.

WARNING
To reduce the risk of accidents and injury or death.

Be Prepared

• Wear a seat belt, motorcycle helmet, eye protection and protective gear.
• Keep your body completely inside the vehicle at all times. Keep both hands on the steering wheel. Be sure the passenger is seated, belted, and holding onto the handholds.

Be Qualified and Responsible

• This vehicle is intended for use only by an operator 16 or older with a valid motor vehicle license.
• Passengers and drivers must be able to place both feet flat on the floorboard while seated upright with their backs against the seat backs.

Avoid Rollovers and Crushing Injuries

• Use care when turning:
  • Turning the steering wheel too far or too fast can result in a rollover or loss of control.
  • Slow down before entering a turn.
  • When making tight turns from a stop, or at slow speeds, avoid sudden or hard acceleration.
  • Avoid sideways sliding, skidding, or fishtailing, and never do doughnuts.
• Drive straight up and down inclines, not across them, if crossing a hill is unavoidable, drive slowly and turn downhill immediately if you feel the vehicle may tip.

Abrupt maneuvers or aggressive driving have caused rollovers- even on flat, open areas

DACROMET COATED

| HARDWARE|

QUANTITY

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FRONT SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY| M16 X 50mm HEX BOLT| 1
M16 NYLOCK NUT| 1
M10 NYLOCK NUT| 4
M10X408x105 SQUARE U-BOLT| 2
M10 FLAT WASHER| 4
SPINDLES| COTTER PIN| 2
FRONT SHOCKS| M10 X 55MM HEX BOLT| 2
M10 FLAT WASHER| 4
M10 NYLOCK NUT| 2

NOTE:
This kit is designed to fit the 2013.5-2022 RXV Electric models (front & rear) and the front lift of all 2008-2013 RXV models.

STEP 1

• Engage the parking brake and place the front of the vehicle on jack stands under the front frame. Ensure the front is raised high enough to accommodate the new lift and larger tyres.
• Uninstall the front wheels and remove the hubs from the spindles.
• Keep the hubs and hub nut for reinstallation later.

STEP 2 15mm SOCKET & WRENCH

• Remove the nuts holding the bumper in place. Leave the shock bolt in place until step 5.
• Retain bumper and hardware.

STEP 3 17mm SOCKET
Remove cotter pins and uninstall the steering arm from each spindle and hand thread the tie rod nut back on for safekeeping.

STEP 4 15mm SOCKET and WRENCH

• Remove the bolts holding the A-Arms to the vehicle and let them hang, suspended by the upper shock mounting bolt.
• Keep hardware for reinstallation.

STEP 5. 15mm SOCKET and WRENCH

• Remove the remaining nut from the upper shock mounting bolt located behind the cowl. Then uninstall the shock bolt to remove the shock, spindle, and control arm subassembly from the vehicle.
• Retain all hardware for reinstallation and discard subassembly.
• Caution: The subassembly weight will be free from the cart when the upper bolt is removed.

STEP 6. 24mm SOCKET and WRENCH

• Use one (1) M16x50mm hex bolt and one (1) M16 nylock nut to install the Main Suspension Assembly to the frame as shown.
• Do NOT tighten the hardware until after the next step.

STEP 7. 17mm SOCKET

• Secure the rear of the Main Suspension Assembly to the vehicle frame using two (2) M10 u-bolts, four (4) M10 flat washers, and four (4) M10 nylock nuts.
• Ensure the Suspension is square and aligned with the vehicle frame. Then alternate tightening the M10 nuts until torqued to 35 lb-ft (47Nm).
• Tighten the front M16 hardware to 80 lb-ft (108 Nm).

STEP 8. 15mm SOCKET & WRENCH

• Install the Upper A-Arms as shown using the stock A-Arm hardware as shown.
• Torque the hardware to 20-25lb-ft (27-34Nm).
• NOTE: Grease the two inside grease fittings of the upper A-Arms after installing and before the next step.

STEP 9. 3/8” ALLEN SOCKET & RATCHET

• Install the new Spindles to the upper and lower A-Arms using the provided Allen bolt.
• Torque the hardware to 35lb-ft (47Nm).
• The steering arm of each spindle will be oriented to the rear of the vehicle as shown.
• NOTE: Snug lower heim joint jam nuts.

STEP 10. 15mm SOCKET

• Install the top of the new Front Shocks in the factory mounting locations using the stock hardware retained in Step 5 with the shock barrel down as shown.
• Torque the hardware to 20-25lb-ft (27-34Nm).

STEP 11. 17mm SOCKET & 16mm WRENCH
Attach the bottom of the new Shocks to the new Upper A-Arms using one (1) M10 x 55mm hex bolt, one (1) M10 nylock nut, and two (2) M10 flat washers on each.

STEP 12. 17mm SOCKET & WRENCH
Install the steering tie rod end into the new Spindles using the factory castle nut. Tighten the castle nut until snug and install new cotter pins.

STEP 13. 19mm SOCKET
Using the stock hardware reinstall the hubs. Attach new wheels and tyres to the vehicle using aftermarket 1/2” lug nuts.

• Torque the hub nuts to 90-96lb-ft (123-131Nm)*
• Torque the lug nuts to 50-85lb-ft (70-115Nm)*

Remove the jack stands and lower the vehicle to the ground. We recommend installing 20” tyres with 3:4 wheel offset on this 4” Lift Kit.

2013.5 – 2022 Rear Lift Install

STEP 14. 19mm SOCKET

• For 2013.5-2022 cart models all that is required for the rear 4” lift is to swap the leaf springs above the rear axle.
• First, lift the rear of the vehicle and support the frame on jackstands. Ensure the rear is raised high enough to accommodate the lift and larger tyres.
• Remove the wheels and tyres.

STEP 15. 15mm SOCKET

• Support the center of the rear axle using a floor jack and leave in place to support motor weight during this leaf spring swap.
• Loosen the U-bolt hardware on the passenger’s side of the axle but DO NOT fully remove yet. This will keep the motor in place while the other side is being swapped over.

STEP 16. 15mm SOCKET

• On the driver’s side of the axle, remove the nuts holding the U-bolts and the bottom of the shock.
• Remove and save the shock bracket as well as all the hardware.

STEP 17. 15mm SOCKET and WRENCH

• Keeping the axle supported with the floor jack, remove the driver’s side leaf spring mounting bolts.
• Completely remove the leaf spring from the vehicle.

STEP 18
Remove the factory axle support bracket, flip it over, and reinstall it on the top of the axle as shown.

STEP 19

• Using the floor jack, lower the axle down enough to allow enough room to attach the leaf spring.
• Reinstall the leaf spring over the top of the axle.

STEP 20. 15mm SOCKET

• Secure the axle to the leaf spring using the stock U-bolts (from underneath the axle)through the axle support bracket, and into the factory shock bracket as shown.
• Do NOT fully tighten the hardware until the passenger side leaf spring is swapped over.

STEP 21. 15mm SOCKET

• Using the stock hardware, install the bottom of the shock to the hole in the shock bracket as shown.
• Tighten the nut until the rubber bush expands to the diameter of the cup washer.

STEP 22

• Repeat Steps 13-18 on the passenger’s side of the rear axle
• Once complete on both sides, tighten all U-bolt nuts to 35lb-ft (47Nm).
• Attach new wheels and tyres to the vehicle using aftermarket 1/2″ lug nuts.
• Torque the lug nuts to 50-85lb-ft (70-115Nm)*
• Remove the jack stands and lower the vehicle to the ground. We recommend installing 20″ tyres with 3:4 wheel offset on this 4″ Lift Kit.
• Increasing the tyre size larger than the stock 18″ will increase the operating speed. Take care when maneuvering at all times.
• Do NOT use tyre heights greater than 20″ tyres on a 4″ Lift Kit. Exceeding tyre heights larger than recommended will cause unintended speeds and performance issues.

ALIGNMENT & CAMBER ADJUSTMENT

STEP 1. 19mm & 21mm WRENCH

• Once the rear lift is installed, set the alignment of the vehicle.
• On flat, level ground, use a large framing square to check and adjust the camber of each front wheel until the tyre is perpendicular to the ground.
• To adjust, loosen the jam nuts (21mm wrench) on each side of the upper a-arm turnbuckle. Use a (19mm wrench) to turn the centre of the turnbuckle in or out as needed. Continually check the camber with the framing square as you turn the turnbuckle.
• Once properly adjusted, tighten each jam nut out against the upper arm with a 21mm wrench (not against the centre of the turnbuckle).
• Repeat on the opposite side of the vehicle.

STEP 2

• Ensure the steering wheel is straight to begin adjusting the toe of the front tyres. The measurement between the centre of the tread of the two front tyres at the front side of the tyre should be 1/8″-1/4″ shorter than the same measurement at the back side of the tyres.
• To adjust, loosen the jam nut on either side of each steering rack. Turn the extension to adjust in or out as needed and recheck the measurement front and back. Also, ensure that the measurement from the front of each tyre to the centre of the vehicle is the same on both sides and adjust accordingly.
• Once the toe is corrected, tighten the jam nuts on both steering arms.
• Test drive the vehicle and check camber and toe measurements again. If needed, adjust accordingly and retighten all hardware. Loosen and adjust the steering wheel to be straight if needed and re-tighten.

STEP 3

• Place the included warning label in a highly visible area on the vehicle for all users to read before operating the vehicle (recommend footboard as shown or steering wheel).
• Use the additional Warning Label provided to place a well-protected area such as in the battery/motor compartment.

IMPORTANT:
These instructions should be kept and stored in this cart for future reference on how to adjust toe/camber, brakes, and re-grease front lift components. Review installation instruction steps to ensure this GTW lift kit was properly installed to the provided instructions.

E-Z-GO®, TXT®, RXV® and S4® are registered trademarks of Textron Innovations, Inc. Club Car®, Precedent®, DS®, Onward® and Tempo® are registered trademarks of Ingersoll Rand, Inc. Yamaha®, Yamaha® Drive®, Drive2®, G-14®, G-16®, G-19®, G-22® and G-29® are registered trademarks of Yamaha Golf-Car Company. Any reference to Club Car®, E-Z-GO®, or Yamaha® or their associated trademarks, word marks, and products are only for purposes of identifying golf carts with which this GTW product is compatible. GTW products are aftermarket parts and are not original equipment parts. GTW is not connected to, affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by either Textron Innovations, Inc., Ingersoll Rand, Inc., Yamaha Golf Cart Company, or any of their parent or subsidiary companies.

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