why new controller needed

[sheetmetalbill]

i have an 86 clubcar cart new batterys. lift kit ,yatta ,yatta yatta,anyway i have access to a d&d motor can i put it on or will i need a new controller and why? im new to carts and ignorant as to why. thanks will post pics soon

 

[HotRodCarts]

Welcome to Cartaholics.

A 86 Club Car won't have a controller if it's stock. We need the model of the motor to tell you if it will work or not. You can also call D&D with the model number of the motor and they can tell you exactly what the motor is and what if any upgrades it requires.