Just about everyone who owns a golf cart wants to make it their own via some form of customization. One easy and affordable way to change up your golf cart’s look or improve its performance is to add some DIY modifications. Part replacements are not too difficult, and they can add to the safety, comfort, aesthetics and versatility of your golf cart.
ICON® Superstore is your Arizona golf cart dealer, and we’re experts in golf cart customization. Below, you’ll find a few tips for do-it-yourself golf cart part replacements that will make your golf cart truly stand out from the crowd.
New Steering Wheel
Your golf cart’s factory-issued steering wheel might be flimsy and hard to use, especially when compared to the steering wheel of a car or truck. You can upgrade your steering wheel to make your golf cart easier to handle, especially when taking turns. You probably won’t need or want something as heavy as the steering wheel on your car, but you can find special golf cart steering wheels that will be more suitable and more durable than what comes from the manufacturer.
Nice Seat Covers
After months of outdoor usage, your golf cart’s seats may look a bit worse for wear. Either the sun will have faded the fabric or frequent usage may have caused it to wear thin, and mold and mildew can do some real damage in damper climates.
If you don’t want to replace the seats entirely, you can invest in colorful covers in unique patterns that will add some much-needed protection to your cart’s seats and they can even add more comfort. You can find covers that express your personality and give your cart some flash.
Additional Seating
Speaking of seats, your golf cart may not come with enough seats for everyone you want to bring along for the ride. Provided your cart’s engine can handle the extra weight, you can install a rear-facing seat kit that makes room for one or two more people. These seat kits often flip up so you can still use the rear of the golf cart for storing cargo when you don’t need the seating.
Brush Guards
Debris can take its toll on a golf cart over time, especially if you’re using it for off-roading or anywhere that has a lot of obstacles in your path. Brush guards are the way to keep your cart protected. These items resemble a reinforced bumper or they might look more like a cage that anchors to the hood of your cart to prevent hazards from scratching it up or denting it. If you’re after a more rugged and outdoorsy look for your golf cart anyway, then a brush guard will help you cultivate that aesthetic easily.
Sound System
Pretty much everyone likes music and we’re all accustomed to our cars and trucks coming with a way to listen to it. Why not add a sound system to your golf cart so you can play your favorite tunes while you’re puttering along the fairway? You can even find sound systems for your golf cart that have Bluetooth® capabilities so you can access all your playlists on your phone. A phone mount on the dash of your cart will keep your phone securely locked in place while you drive, so don’t forget this necessary part.
If you want to look at golf cart parts, check out our website to see what we’ve got in stock before visiting your nearest ICON® Superstore location. Looking to buy a new golf cart instead? Browse our website to take a look at our impressive inventory of new and used golf carts for sale. If you’re interested in purchasing a custom golf cart, get in touch with us so we can figure out what you need. ICON® Superstore is located in Sun City West, Scottsdale, and Oro Valley, AZ, and we serve customers from Phoenix and Buckeye.