Torque converter/clutch issues

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First time to post but it seems like I am always working on my son's go kart. It is a Manco whatever a with a 6hp Tecumseh. It has a Comet 20 series converter and clutch which consistently gives me problems. The clutch seems to wobble after usage and causes the two wheels (unknown technical name)...which I think is the clutch to separate too much and stick together. This makes the belt remain engaged and deive the kart forward even during idle. I have tightened the bolt that secures the two parts but it seems to back out causing the play. Any suggestions?
 
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If the nut keeps on backing out, then you need to do something to not make it back out. Use nyloc nuts with loctite, or castle nuts with a cotter pin. Tighten another nut onto the nut that you have to keep it in place.

I would also suggest that you give your TC a good clean. Here are some sites you can check out

http://www.diygokarts.com/vb/showthread.php?t=12502
http://www.diygokarts.com/vb/showthread.php?t=14702
http://diygokarts.com/vb/showthread.php?t=7332
http://www.reliablegokarts.com/transmission.htm
 
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Thanks. It looks like my driver probably needs to be cleaned and dry lubed. Will something else work besides the stuff from Comet?
 
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Cleaned all parts with brake cleaner and put it back together. So far so good because my son put about 2 hours on it and no troubles. Thanks for the advice and links to cleaning.
 
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