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Club Car DS 1998-2014 Conversion Kit - Fits Predator 13HP (420cc), 15.8HP (459cc) & Honda GX390 Engines

Club Car DS 1998-2014 Conversion Kit - Fits Predator 13HP (420cc), 15.8HP (459cc) & Honda GX390 Engines

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Our take on the Club Car DS 1998-2014 Conversion Kit - Fits Predator 13HP (420cc), 15.8HP (459cc) & Honda GX390 Engines

This is a bolt-on engine swap kit that lets you replace a stock Club Car DS (1998-2014) gas engine with a Predator 420cc, Predator 459cc, or Honda GX340/GX390. It includes adjustable engine brackets, a 780 primary clutch set up for the Club Car 15/16-inch belt, a double-cogged extended drive belt, a muffler adapter, an exhaust header, and 33 feet of heat wrap. The kit is built for un-lifted carts and removes the pedal-start system so the engine starts and stops with a key. Engines are sold separately, so the total cost depends on which engine you buy.

Best forOwners of a 1998-2014 Club Car DS with a worn or blown stock engine
DIYers who want more torque without welding or fabrication
Golf carts used for hauling, hills, or bigger tires
Buyers who already have a Predator 420/459 or Honda GX390
Pros
  • No welding or fabrication; brackets bolt to the existing frame
  • Works with three popular engine families: Predator 420, Predator 459, and Honda GX340/GX390
  • Includes clutch, belt, header, muffler adapter, and heat wrap in one box
  • Key start replaces the pedal-start setup
  • Made in the USA with foreign and domestic components
Cons
  • Engine not included, so the real cost is kit plus engine
  • Designed for un-lifted carts; lifted carts may need extra parts
  • Pedal-start removal changes how the cart operates and needs wiring work
  • Exhaust header and heat wrap add installation steps and heat management

Club Car DS 1998-2014 Conversion Kit - Fits Predator 13HP (420cc), 15.8HP (459cc) & Honda GX390 Engines price history

Lowest price we've seen: $829.99 on Oct 29. Tracked across 1 store since Oct 29.

What reviewers say

Owners of this kit generally report it bolts up as advertised and wakes up a tired Club Car DS, with the clutch and belt doing their job. Complaints center on instructions, fitment details on lifted carts, and the extra work of swapping the start system.

Pros
  • Bolts on without welding, as advertised
  • Noticeable gain in torque and hill-climbing
  • Clutch and belt combo works well with the Predator 420
  • Good value versus paying a shop to fabricate mounts
Cons
  • Instructions are thin for first-time swappers
  • Fitment issues reported on lifted carts
  • Key-start conversion wiring takes extra effort
  • Exhaust header fit and heat clearance can be tight

From Vegas Carts & Performance

  • Designed for Predator 13HP (420cc), 15.8HP (459cc) and Honda GX340/GX390 engines
  • DIY Bolt-on kit - No Welding or Fabrication Required
  • Eliminates pedal start (engine starts and stops with a key like a car)
  • Designed for UN-LIFTED carts
  • Made in the USA with foreign and domestic components
  • Significantly increases power and torque
Materials
Exhaust Header is Raw Uncoated Steel
Sizing
NOT COMPATIBLE WITH HEMI ENGINES (PART# 69736); Does not fit carts with Subaru EX40 Fuel-Injected engine; Not compatible with newer style 459 engines (effective
Guarantee
Warranty Info available on store policy page
Returns
Refunds & Cancellations policy applies
Shipping
Leadtime varies from 1-3 weeks depending on the season; Expedited options available
In the box
Adjustable Engine Brackets, 780 Primary Clutch - Setup for Club Car 15/16" Belt, 15/16" Double Cogged Extended Drive Belt, Muffler Adapter, Exhaust Header, 33ft of Exhaust Heat Wrap w/2 Stainless Clips

About the Club Car DS 1998-2014 Conversion Kit - Fits Predator 13HP (420cc), 15.8HP (459cc) & Honda GX390 Engines

Our 1997-2014 Club Car DS conversion kit was designed for the Predator 13HP (420cc) & Predator 15.8HP (459cc) engine, but is also fully compatible with the Honda GX340 & GX390 engines. This kit is specifically engineered for those who don't have the time or machinery to fabricate their own, seeking to significantly increase power and torque. Simply remove your old engine and bolt in your new engine!

Engines sold separately Need an engine? Click 👉 here

Kit Includes:

• Adjustable Engine Brackets

• 780 Primary Clutch - Setup for Club Car 15/16" Belt

• 15/16" Double Cogged Extended Drive Belt

• Muffler Adapter

• Exhaust Header ( Material is Raw Uncoated Steel)

• 33ft of Exhaust Heat Wrap w/2 Stainless Clips

• Performance Air Filter & Billet Carb Adapter

• Throttle Bracket

Kit Highlights:

• Eliminates your pedal start (Engine will start and stop with a key like a car)

• Designed for UN-LIFTED carts (Use a 22hp 670cc for lifted carts)

• DIY Bolt-on kit - No Welding or Fabrication Required

• Made in the USA with foreign and domestic components

• Weight : 12 lbs

Dimensions : 24x18x8

Leadtime varies from 1-3 weeks depending on the season. Expedited options are available if you need it right away.

DISCLAIMER: NOT COMPATIBLE WITH HEMI ENGINES (PART# 69736)

**Does not fit carts with the Subaru EX40 Fuel-Injected engine.

DOES NOT INTEGRATE WITH FACTORY CHOKE

NOTE: 1997-2014 Club Cars run Clockwise rotation engines, you are swapping in a Counter-Clockwise Rotation engine so your forward will become your reverse and your reverse will become your forward. There are downsides to this! CLICK HERE for an article explaining it.

COMPATIBILITY WARNING EFFECTIVE 3/20/26: THERE ARE 2 MANUFACTURERS OF 459 ENGINES THAT HARBOR FREIGHT SELLS, Click HERE to make sure you have the older style engine. The newer style is NOT compatible with this install kit and we currently have no solution to making it work.

Questions and answers

Is this kit worth it versus rebuilding the stock engine?
If your stock engine is worn out and you want more power, the kit plus a Predator 420 usually costs less than a full rebuild and delivers more torque. If your current engine runs fine, a rebuild or tune-up is cheaper.
Will it fit a lifted Club Car DS?
The kit is designed for un-lifted carts. Lifted carts often need different belt lengths or bracket spacing, so check clearance before buying.
Do I need to buy an engine separately?
Yes. The kit ships without an engine. It fits the Predator 13HP 420cc, Predator 15.8HP 459cc, and Honda GX340/GX390.
Does it keep the pedal start?
No. The kit eliminates pedal start, so the engine starts and stops with a key like a car. That means some wiring changes during install.
What is in the box?
Adjustable engine brackets, a 780 primary clutch set for the Club Car 15/16-inch belt, a 15/16-inch double-cogged extended drive belt, a muffler adapter, an exhaust header, and 33 feet of exhaust heat wrap with two stainless clips.
When is it cheapest?
Conversion kits like this tend to dip during off-season winter months and around holiday sales. Watch the price history and buy when it sits below its recent range.

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