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how to put golf cart wheels on an atv

by Cedrick O'Connell Published 2 years ago Updated 1 year ago
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Full Answer

Can atv wheels go on a golf cart?

ATV wheels can also go on a golf cart by using an adapter. These adapters are used to change the bolt pattern so you can fit a wheel from one vehicle to another. In many cases, these wheel adapters are designed to fit aftermarket wheels for another vehicle, like an ATV.

How to install pre mounted wheels on a golf cart?

The first thing you should do before installing your new pre-mounted wheels is to slide a small jack or lift under the chassis of the golf cart. While keeping all the tires on the ground, loosen the lug nuts on the wheel you plan to replace. After everything is loosened you may need to remove the valve stem from the tire, using a special tool.

How do you fill golf cart tires with air?

Most tires have their max PSI listed on the side of the tire, that way you won’t overfill when adding air to your tires. A PSI gauge is a helpful tool when filling golf cart tires, this allows you to measure the air in the tire by applying this tool to the valve stem ( this is the thin rubber tube coming out of the tire where you fill the air).

What are golf cart tires and wheels?

Although, golf cart tires and wheels have much in common with their larger scale automotive cousins, there are also many attributes which are unique to the golf cart, utility vehicle, and low speed electric vehicle industries. Modern golf cart tires are tubeless and come in a wide variety of sizes and tread patterns.

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Can I put ATV wheels on a golf cart?

Easily convert any 4x110 bolt pattern atv wheels to fit on any standard Golf Cart application. Our top quality wheel adapters are made from the highest grade aircraft aluminum. Each of our adapters come with OEM quality studs and open end lugs for a quick, easy installation you can do in your garage.

Can you put Car Wheels on a ATV?

The biggest issue with trying to put car tires on an ATV is that most wheels simply do not fit. The lug nuts are not arranged in the same location on car wheels as ATV wheels so you cannot fit the wheel on without making modifications.

Are all golf cart wheels same bolt pattern?

The golf cart wheels sold on this site all have a bolt pattern of 4x4 (4 inches by 4 inches, or 101.6mm apart). This is standard on all golf carts (Yamaha, Club Car, EZGO, Par Car, STAR EV, Harley Davidson, etc.).

What lug pattern is a golf cart?

The bolt pattern is 4” x 4” (4 inches x 4 inches or 100mm x 100mm). This is standard on almost all golf carts.

Can you put UTV tires on an ATV?

Nope! ATV and UTV tires are generally the same in that they differ from the tires used for cars and trucks. The primary differences you'll come across is specific use – the size, tread designs, and function all impact how your ATV or UTV will perform.

Can I put car tires on my UTV?

Just like quads, UTVs are designed to ride on rugged roads. While it might be legal to take UTVs on the street, their tire sizes and bolt patterns are different from cars. Therefore, you can't put car tires on a UTV. The measurements will not match.

Are all ATV rims the same bolt pattern?

Can-Am: All modern ATV and SxS's are 4/137 bolt pattern. Arctic Cat: All use a 4/115 bolt pattern. Yamaha: All non-sport and modern ATV & SxS's use a 4/110 bolt pattern, with the exception of the 2019 YXZ, which uses a 4/156 bolt pattern.

What is a 4 on 4 bolt pattern?

A 4 on 4 inch bolt pattern is measured diagonally on center. The first number indicates the number of lug holes and the second number indicates the diameter of the circle that those holes sit on.

What is golf cart wheel offset?

Golf Cart Wheel Offset An offset wheel means the hub mounting surface is not in the center. On a golf cart with offset wheels, the tire & wheel assemblies will either be closer together or further apart than centered wheels, depending on whether the wheels have a positive or negative offset.

What ATV has 4x4 bolt pattern?

The 4 X 110 bolt pattern is common to HONDA SPORT, YAMAHA, CAN-AM BOMBARDIER, SUZUKI, KAWASAKI, POLARIS, ARCTIC CAT and MAZDA vehicles.

Are golf cart tires universal?

Thankfully, most golf cart tires are standardized – most of these vehicles are around the same size and require similar tire widths and heights. The most standard golf carts need an 18” tall tire with an 8” width. The standard golf cart tire size is typically 18” tall by 8” to 8.5” wide.

Can you put car tires on a golf cart?

0:143:28What Tires for My Club Car? | ASK DAVE | Golf Cart Garage - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipMost golf carts come from the factory with a stock size 18 to 18 and a half inch tall tire. In orderMoreMost golf carts come from the factory with a stock size 18 to 18 and a half inch tall tire. In order to increase this tire height a club car will need a lift kit.

Are ezgo and club car wheels the same?

All brand golf carts use the same wheels, Club Cars, EZGO's and Yamaha's all have the same lug patterns.

What has a 4x110 bolt pattern?

Let's face it: the 4x110 bolt pattern is most commonly associated with ATVs and for good reason. The most popular ATV brands like Honda, Suzuki Can Am, Polaris, Kawasaki and Arctic Cat all have models that ride on 4x110 bolt pattern wheels.

What size are Yamaha golf cart lug nuts?

Yamaha Golf Cart Lug Nuts - 12mm x 1.25.

Can I put bigger tires on my golf cart?

Lifted golf carts can fit ANY 8” tire, low profile OR high profile. In addition, lifted golf carts can fit any high profile tire measuring at 10”, 12” or 14”. Lifted carts will be able to take 20", 22", 23" and in some cases 24" all terrain tires.

Sizing

Modern golf cart tires are tubeless and come in a wide variety of sizes and tread patterns. All tubeless golf cart tires have a thick ‘bead’ at the inner diameter of the tire on each side and air pressure pushes the bead against the wheel to form an air tight seal.

Tire Pressure

Your golf cart’s tire pressure is critical to long tire life. Proper tire pressure is usually indicated on the sidewall and will vary between brands or models of golf cart tires. Most golf car tires use somewhere between 15 to 25 PSI (pounds per square inch) with an average of about 20-22 PSI.

Tire Tread Patterns

Golf cart tire tread patterns vary from smooth (no tread at all) for greens mowers to straight rib and sawtooth for golf, turf, and street, to every type of knobby imaginable for off-road, mud, sand, and lifted application. We carry a full line of golf cart tires in our online store for golf/street use and for all types of off-road terrain.

Golf Cart Wheels

The rubber tires just described are useless without a golf cart wheel to which it is mounted. Golf cart wheels are generally made from steel or aluminum and can be painted or chromed. Wheels have rim flanges at their outer edges that provide a ‘seat’ for the ‘bead’ of the golf cart tire and a small hole for the valve stem.

Why are golf cart wheels so popular?

Golf cart wheels are becoming more popular in the custom golf cart industry, and for good reason. They make the golf cart stand out, and add a level of awesomeness that turns heads when it rolls down the road.

What is a golf cart tire?

The golf cart Tire is pretty much what you’d expect. It’s a big piece of black rubber that is shaped around the silver metal that supports the tire. That silver metal part is called the wheel. A rim is just another name for a wheel. So if you’re confused about the difference between rim and wheel, there is none.

What Makes for Great Tires?

The quality of rubber and beads (the steel belt in the tire) are going to directly affect the quality of your golf cart tire. We recommend choosing a tire from a trusted manufacturer that has dedicated their business to providing those with the best golf cart tires. Below we list some of our favorite companies that make golf cart tires.

What does it mean when a golf cart tire is DOT approved?

DOT Approved. If your tires are DOT approved, this means that they are certified through the Department of Transportation. The treads are designed for road use, and will come in sizes such as 8”, 10”, 12” and 14” for your golf cart wheels.

How much air pressure does a golf cart tire need?

Generally golf cart tires run around 20-22 PSI. This of course will change depending on the tire and the amount of air that it’s rated for.

How long do golf cart tires last?

Depending on the amount of use they get, and how hard you ride, tires will last anywhere between 2 and 4 years.

What is sand tire?

Sand Tires – These are going to be a little different from your standard golf cart tires. The tread on sand tires are lateral, creating “flaps” in your tire. Sand tends to slip, so the odd design of these tires help to add traction so you aren’t slipping in moving sand.

What size wheels are needed for a 4x110 golf cart?

Easily convert any 4×110 bolt pattern ATV or UTV wheels to fit on any standard 4×4 Golf Cart application. These are 1.5″ thick and come in a pack of 1. You will need 4 packs to get all 4 wheels. Our top quality wheel adapters are made from the highest grade aircraft aluminum. Each of our adapters come with OEM quality studs and open end lugs for a quick, easy installation you can do in your garage. Each one of our adapters are engineered for your vehicle with the best CNC equipment in the industry to ensure a lifetime of use.

How many adapters do you need to complete a car?

You will need four adapters to complete a vehicle!

How to make car wheels work on ATV?

Probably the easiest way to make car wheels work on your ATV to buy spacers, on ebay or somewhere else , that convert the bolt pattern on the car wheels to that of your ATV.

What car wheels fit ATVs?

You will want to check the bolt pattern for your specific ATV, but many ATVs have a 4×110 or 4×100 bolt pattern so those are the patterns you would usually look for.

Why would you want to use car tires on your ATV?

Most of the time, it is someone wanting to make their ATV street legal or to just get tires that are not going to wear out driving on the streets. Other times where someone may want to save money by using car tires are when they need a second pair of tires for special conditions, like studded tires, or not wanting to wear out expensive tires for frequent, but mundane, use. The problem is that it is hard to actually save money using car tires because the modifications can take a lot of work or extra money such that it is usually going to be easier and cheaper just to get ATV tires that will fit your goal.

What size bolt pattern for ATV?

You will want to check the bolt pattern for your specific ATV, but many ATVs have a 4×110 or 4×100 bolt pattern so those are the patterns you would usually look for. If you are super good with tools, you can manufacture your own spacers, like the guy in the video below.

Who owns ATV Man?

Brent Huntley. Brent Huntley is the owner of ATV Man and is responsible for almost all the material on the website. He also runs photographyandtravel.com and loves to travel and ride ATVs with his family. When he isn't playing, his day job consists of owning Huntley Law.

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