EZGO has the deepest aftermarket in the golf cart world, and that abundance is exactly what trips people up. Search for an EZGO part and you get results for TXT, RXV, Marathon, Medalist and Express. They are not variations on a theme. TXT and RXV in particular are separate vehicles that happen to share a manufacturer.
What actually changed in 2008
The RXV arrived in 2008 with an AC drivetrain and, critically, a different braking approach. Electric RXV models use motor braking rather than a conventional service brake on the drive axle. That single decision cascades through the parts catalogue: the rear end is different, the brake hardware is different, and the pedal assembly is different.
On top of that, the RXV body mounts differently. Seat frames, cowl openings and roof strut positions do not match the TXT.
Identifying which one you have
The serial plate is under the glovebox or beneath the driver-side seat. Visually, the easiest tell is the rear: the TXT has a conventional rear axle with drum brakes at both rear wheels; the RXV's rear end is more compact and there is no drum brake assembly on an electric model.
The TXT itself dates from 1994 and is closely related to the Medalist that preceded it (1994–2001). A great many parts are listed as fitting both, which is genuinely true for the frame and much of the drivetrain — body trim and later electrical parts are where they diverge.
What does not cross over
- Brakes. Shoes, drums, springs, cables — all model-specific.
- Rear axle and bearings. Different assemblies entirely.
- Seat covers and cushions. Different frames.
- Enclosures and windshields. Different roof and strut geometry.
- Controllers and solenoids. AC versus DC drivetrain.
- Body panels and rocker panels.
What does cross over
Anything that clamps rather than bolts to the body: mirrors, cup holders, rechargeable fans, phone mounts, roof-mounted storage, and most steering wheels once you have the correct adapter. Universal seat blankets fit both. Wheel and tire packages generally cross because nearly all carts use a 4-on-4-inch bolt pattern.
Gas versus electric matters too
Both TXT and RXV are sold in gas and electric versions. Body and accessory parts are shared, but the drivetrain, charger, controller and ignition parts are not. Listings state which — read that line before ordering.
The practical rule
If a part touches the drivetrain, the brakes, the body or the seat, assume it is model-specific and check that your exact model appears in the listing. If it clamps to a tube or bolts to a roof support, it is probably universal. That heuristic will save you most of the returns.
Shop what this guide covers
- All EZGO parts
- EZGO TXT parts
- EZGO RXV parts
- Golf cart brakes
- Bearings and seals
- Golf cart parts by make and model
Frequently asked questions
Will EZGO TXT parts fit an RXV?
Brake, axle, seat, body and electrical parts will not. Universal clamp-on accessories such as mirrors, fans and cup holders generally do.
What year did the EZGO RXV come out?
2008. It introduced an AC drivetrain and motor braking on electric models.
Is the EZGO Medalist the same as a TXT?
Close. The Medalist (1994–2001) shares the frame and much of the drivetrain with the early TXT, so many parts fit both. Body trim and later electrical parts differ.
Where is the serial number on an EZGO?
Under the glovebox, or beneath the driver-side seat.