Comments on: Bag Boy Navigator Electric Cart Review

By: Stacy

Stacy — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 04:16:26 +0000

I've posted several times on the MGI/Navigator electric golf caddy. I've owned one for over 5 years. Unfortunately, I'm afraid I'm going to have to replace mine as it's once again, not working. I've put quite a bit of money into keeping it running. I recently replaced the remote for the 2nd time, the metal bracket that holds the bag snapped off this summer, the control box that held the remote needed to be replaced and now the cart's electronics are toast. I am going to get it back to working decently, then put it on the market and hopefully, get some $$ for it. I'm in the market for a new cart and am not going to go the route of the Navigator. I've put a lot of rounds on my MGI, but I think for the price, it don't think the issues i've had should have been so numerous.

By: derrick ewing

derrick ewing — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 21:09:35 +0000

I have the Navigator with remote black colord frame for some years now i just love it no problems with it just replaced the battery in 2008.

By: LongBall

LongBall — Mon, 01 Jun 2009 19:00:27 +0000

I bought the Navigator 2 and have been using it regularly for about a month now and let me say it is the answer! My buddy has the 1st generation navigator and there were definite issues with control, steering, etc.
BagBoy paid attention with the 2nd generation model. The Nav 2 is solidly built and has shown to be very rugged as I'm not easy on it. I would highly recommend the Navigator 2 and is worth the price.

By: Josh

Josh — Tue, 28 Apr 2009 23:55:01 +0000

jim dunbar said on April 16, 2009:

where did you find the neumatic wheels? called bagboy and they dont have them. need them badly.

Jim, call the California Service Center and they'll hook you up with a pair. I just bought a pair a couple of days ago.

By: Stacy

Stacy — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 14:53:27 +0000

Also, if you have the original Navigator, made by MGI, you may have a broken pin at the wheel. I had that happen to me several times and it caused the wheel to not engage with the motor. You need a new pin that fits into the slot. They are found in any hardware store.

By: NIALL BROWNE

NIALL BROWNE — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 14:03:45 +0000

Will try that this evening Marilyn, hope it works. Tnks for your help.

By: Marilyn

Marilyn — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 14:00:51 +0000

Niall,

I think you may not have the left wheel pushed all the way in where it fits over the "things", in which case the power will not move the wheel. Compare it to the way the right wheel that works is on. Hope this helps.

By: NIALL BROWNE

NIALL BROWNE — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 09:45:21 +0000

The left wheel on my cart does not turn, seems like the motor is gone, and if used cart will go around in circles. Any thoughts ? Niall in Cork, Ireland

By: jim dunbar

jim dunbar — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 15:34:00 +0000

Jim Boltz said on November 9, 2008:

I bought a Navigator about 9 months ago. I have had zero problems - other than a broken antenna - I ordered two so now have a spare. I live in the NW and golf twice a week - many times in wet conditions - which prompted me to purchase neumatic knobby tires. The Navigotor now easily pulls me up the steep hills and acts as a brake while going down - walking our hilly course has become a joy. Another benefit of the knobby tires is very responsive/accurate steering - in all conditions. Several other members own Navigators and I know of no major issues - other than normal wear and tear. Doing up-hill wheelies gets a lot of attention! I will certainly check out the new model when available.

where did you find the neumatic wheels? called bagboy and they dont have them. need them badly.

By: Josh

Josh — Sun, 12 Apr 2009 15:08:35 +0000

I must say that I have to offer a different opinion. A fellow golfer of mine has a Navigator and I've watched the cart do amazing things on the course. I had a much cheaper remote control cart of my own and the Navigator ran circles around mine. The Navigator is the "Cadillac" of remote control carts. It's quite, well-built, and great looking. However, like a Cadillac, it takes some care and discipline to operate this piece of machinery. I would imagine that the manual gives a maximum operating slop and 30% is very steep. I will be ordering a Navigator regardless of this review.