Golf Cart Stretch Kits Explained: What Changes on Your Cart
What a Golf Cart Stretch Kit Changes
A golf cart stretch kit extends a compatible cart's frame to make room for more passenger seating. Depending on the kit, it may also include a wiring harness and mounting hardware. It does not necessarily include the seats, cushions, or roof needed to finish the cart.
Before ordering, check your cart's make, model, year, and whether it runs on gas or electricity. Those details determine which stretch kit options fit and which extra parts you may need.
I'm Martin Davis, owner of Extreme Kartz. This guide covers what a stretch kit changes on your cart and what to confirm before you order one.
What Is a Golf Cart Stretch Kit and How Does It Transform Your Cart?
A stretch kit lengthens a compatible golf cart to make room for a second forward-facing row of seats. Instead of buying a bigger cart, you extend the frame of the one you have to make room for the added row.
Browse our golf cart stretch kit options to see what is available for your cart.
Frame Cutting and Installation
The kits linked in this guide are complete bolt-on kits with a harness, and no welding is required. Cutting of the frame is required, and professional installation is recommended. Read the product page for your kit before you order so you know what the job involves.
Wiring and Harness
Per the product pages, these kits come with a harness. Check the product page for the full list of what is in the box.
Powertrain Variations: Gas vs. Electric Conversions
Gas and electric carts need different stretch kits. Match the kit to your cart's power type before you order.
| Kit | Fits | What the product page says | Not included |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stretch Kit, CC Precedent Electric (2 boxes) | Club Car Precedent electric, 2004 and up | Complete bolt-on kit with harness. No welding required. Cutting of the frame is required. | Seat cushions, extended canopy, rear flip seat |
| Stretch Kit w/Harness for CC Prec Gas Cart (2 Boxes) Non-EFI | Club Car Precedent gas, 2004 and up, excludes EFI models | Complete bolt-on kit with harness. No welding required. Cutting of the frame is required. | Seat cushions, extended canopy, rear flip seat |
Gas vs. Electric Golf Cart Stretch Kit Differences
Stretch kits are sold separately for electric and gas carts, and the gas kit linked here does not fit EFI models. Order the kit that matches your cart exactly. For electric carts, see our stretch kit for Club Car Precedent electric models. For gas carts without EFI, see our gas Club Car Precedent non-EFI stretch kit.
Model Compatibility and Platform Fitment
Golf cart makers build their frames differently, so each stretch kit fits specific carts.
Club Car Stretch Kit Fitment: Precedent, Tempo, and Onward
Club Car stretch kits are model specific. The two kits linked in this guide fit the Club Car Precedent, 2004 and up: one for electric carts and one for gas carts without EFI. If you have a Tempo or an Onward, contact our team with your model and year before you order.
EZGO Stretch Kit and RXV Guidelines
An EZGO stretch kit is also model specific, and an EZGO RXV stretch kit will not fit a TXT. Contact our team with your model and year and we will tell you what is available.
What Is Included in a Standard Golf Cart Stretch Kit?
Know what comes in the box and what you buy separately before you order.
Core Hardware and Wiring Inclusions
Per the product pages, the Club Car Precedent kits linked here are complete bolt-on kits with a harness. They do not include seat cushions or an extended canopy, and the rear flip seat is sold separately.
Separate Accessories and Extended Canopy Tops
A base stretch kit lengthens the chassis, but complete vehicle conversions typically require several finishing components:
- Extended Tops: A standard roof will not cover the added row. Stretched builds use an extended top. For options, read our golf cart extended roof guide.
- Top Mounting Hardware: An extended top needs mounting hardware matched to the top and to your rear seat kit. Contact our team with your cart and seat kit before you order.
- Middle Row Seating: Seat cushions are not included with the kits linked here. Contact our team for cushions that fit your build.
- Storage Cover: See our 6-passenger storage cover, listed for tops up to 119 inches.
Key Pre-Order Checklist: What to Confirm Before Purchasing
Confirm these before you order:
- Cart Make, Model, and Year: Find the serial number tag on your cart and use it to confirm the model and year. The tag location varies by make.
- Powertrain Type: Confirm whether your cart is electric or gas. If gas, verify whether the engine is carbureted or EFI.
- Seating Plan: A stretch kit makes room for a second forward-facing row. With a rear flip seat, sold separately, the Club Car Precedent kits linked here carry up to six passengers.
- Freight Delivery: The Club Car Precedent kits linked here ship direct from the manufacturer by freight. Check the product page or contact Extreme Kartz for the current lead time.
If the finished cart will be driven on public roads, confirm your state and local requirements first.
Frequently Asked Questions About Golf Cart Stretch Kits
What is the difference between gas and electric stretch kits?
Each kit is built for one power type. The Club Car Precedent kits linked here come in an electric version and a gas version, and the gas version does not fit EFI models. Order the kit that matches your cart's make, model, year, and power type.
What additional parts must be purchased separately with a stretch kit?
The Club Car Precedent kits linked here do not include seat cushions or an extended canopy, and the rear flip seat is sold separately. You may also want extended top mounting hardware and a longer storage cover.
Does a stretch kit require welding or cutting?
The kits linked in this guide are bolt-on and need no welding. Cutting of the frame is required, and professional installation is recommended.
How do stretch kits ship?
The Club Car Precedent kits linked here ship direct from the manufacturer by freight. Check the product page or contact Extreme Kartz for the current lead time.
Conclusion
A stretch kit adds a second forward-facing row to a cart you already own, and with a rear flip seat the kits linked here carry up to six. If you are also planning a lift, read our complete golf cart lift kits guide.
Not sure which kit fits? Call us at 678-331-7404 with your cart's make, model, year, and power type and we will confirm the kit and the parts you need to finish the build.
About the Author: Martin Davis
Martin Davis is the owner of Extreme Kartz, a golf cart parts and accessories retailer based in Tyrone, GA.
