tglizzo
New member
Been lurking here as I learned about different part and whatnot but decided to finally make a post to get some ideas/pointers. Been a lot of trial and error which I don't mind it's definitely been fun and I've managed to have only spend ~$300 including the frame, Honda GX270, torque converter, sprocket and other little things. I'll have more photos later but my main concern is trying to shave some weight and length off it. It's 8'x4' and weighs somewhere close to 200lbs maybe I'm weak or maybe it weighs more idk it's definitely a 2 man job anyhow I want to move the steering column towards the middle and try to make it more of a single seater while also keeping a good weight distribution which is why I sorta like it's weight in the first place. I have a 40 tooth sprocket I'm putting on since the 60 I had sits too low to the ground with the karts current low height. Any suggestions on modifications or advice moving forward would be greatly appreciated. This is my first time building one for never even knowing about small engines I rebuilt my 270 reading forums like this. Thinking about cutting that rear bumper off and welding the metal bumber without the braces back on to save weight and length but not sure yet. Would love to get some material to make the chassis like you see on the more professional nicer carts