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Lift kits for the Club Car DS, Precedent, EZGO TXT and RXV, by year

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The hardest part of buying a golf cart lift kit is not choosing a brand. It's getting the one that fits your cart's year. All four of the most common carts had mid-production changes, and lift kit sellers split their fitment around them. This guide lists kits from our parts database by the fitment their sellers publish, so you can narrow the list to the kits that match your serial number.

Our fitment data comes from what each seller lists. Always confirm with the seller using your cart's serial number before ordering.

Spindle vs A-arm lifts

Spindle lifts bolt taller spindles onto the cart's existing front suspension. They are usually the simpler and cheaper option. Double A-arm lifts replace the front suspension geometry with new arms, and are usually chosen for a smoother ride on rough ground. Some kits also lift the rear with spacers or blocks. Read each kit's included-parts list, because what is included varies by brand.

Club Car DS (1982-2013)

Sellers split the DS around the 2004.5 model year, which matches the change from metal to plastic hub covers.

The Lift & Tires Makeover build pairs the 2004.5+ GTW kit with 12-inch wheels and 23-inch tires.

Club Car Precedent (2004-present)

Sellers generally list one fitment for Precedents from 2004 up.

EZGO TXT electric

For the electric TXT, sellers split at the 2013.5 model year. The early carts are often described by their 4-bolt steering.

Gas TXTs and the 2017-2022 TXT 72V (which uses an RXV-style axle) are different, so check with the seller.

EZGO RXV (2008-present)

Lift kit sellers split the RXV at 2013.5, the same point where E-Z-GO revised the axle.

How much lift do you need?

Most of the kits above are 6-inch lifts, the most common size for running larger off-road tires. The GTW RXV kit is a 4-inch lift, and the GTW TXT drop axle is 5 inches. Tire sellers state their own minimum lift, so pick the tires first, then a lift that meets or exceeds their requirement. More lift also raises the center of gravity, which affects stability in turns and on side slopes.

Comparing kits that fit the same cart

When several kits fit your year, compare:

Prices in our database are rechecked over time, and the planner always shows the latest listed price with the date it was checked.

Wheels and tires after lifting

Stock tires on all four carts are 18x8.50-8. A lift kit is what makes room for larger tires. Sellers of larger wheel and tire sets list a minimum lift. For example, the ProFormX 12in Velocity + 23x10.5x12 AT (set of 4) ($649) seller says it is for carts with a 6-inch or higher lift. Other sets we track include the 10in Black Steel Wheels + 22x11-10 All Terrain Tires (set of 4) ($418.95) and 12in Black Steel Wheels + 23x10-12 Street DOT Tires (set of 4) ($558.95).

Bigger tires also change your speed and torque: a taller tire covers more ground per wheel turn. Our top speed guide shows the math. A 23-inch tire turns about 28% more distance per revolution than the stock 18-inch tire.

Before you order

Lifting changes a cart's handling and center of gravity, and installation involves steering and brake components. If you're not experienced with suspension work, have the kit installed or inspected by a qualified professional.

Ready to plan? Pick your cart in the planner, choose a lift kit and tires, and it will flag anything the seller doesn't list for your cart.

Professional install: high-voltage and high-current golf cart builds, and suspension and brake work, should be done or inspected by a qualified professional. This guide is general information only.

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