Many Club Car Precedent owners look for ways to increase the speed of their golf carts for better performance on and off the course. One frequently discussed option is “speed code 5”. While information can be scattered, this article dives into the experience of upgrading to speed code 5 on a Club Car Precedent and what performance gains you can realistically expect.
One user decided to test the claims surrounding speed code 5 after encountering limited information online. Initially skeptical, they opted to try a speed code 5 upgrade on their Club Car Precedent. Before installation, they conducted multiple speed tests in stock configuration with speed code 4 and 20-inch tires to establish a baseline. The results consistently showed a top speed around 21.7 mph.
After installing speed code 5, the user performed the same speed tests under similar conditions. To their surprise, there was a noticeable improvement. While not a dramatic transformation, the golf cart did achieve a slightly higher top speed. The post-upgrade tests revealed an average top speed of 22 mph.
Further observations during testing included that “torque mode” and “speed mode” reached similar top speeds, although torque mode felt more responsive. The “stock mode” (possibly referring to a factory default setting) was noted to achieve around 21 mph. Interestingly, even minor adjustments like folding down the windshield seemed to contribute to a slight speed increase.
In conclusion, upgrading to speed code 5 on a Club Car Precedent does appear to offer a modest speed enhancement. While it might not be a groundbreaking change, for users seeking to maximize the performance of their golf cart, especially from electronic modifications, speed code 5 can be a worthwhile adjustment. It’s important to manage expectations, as the gains are incremental, but for those looking for every bit of extra speed, it provides a measurable improvement over stock settings and speed code 4.
