Recent content by ak99

Hi, I have been working out an ideal gear ratio for our go kart. It will mainly be driven on grass & dirt, so I'm guessing torque is probably more important than a high top speed. I was looking at a TC however this is intended to be a cheap build so instead I'm using a cent clutch, jackshaft...

Hi, In case I can't source shift keys for my Transaxle, I need to have a "Plan B". The common sense "Plan B" involves using axle, jackshaft & cent clutch OR axle & TC. So I have two questions: As my axle will need to be a custom length, has anyone purchased keyed shaft in Australia? If so...

Hi, I'm having a problem with my Spicer 4450-1 Transaxle. ( 5 speed & reverse) Basically, it's slipping in all gears. I have eliminated the clutch as a potential problem. When I turn the input shaft pulley by hand ( regardelss of which gear is selected) I can get the rear wheels to turn...

In my introduction I said I would post pics as our project comes together however time is one thing I keep running out of!! Anyway, here's a photo where it's at now. I was going to extend and brace the original ride on mower frame but it turned out to be a lot less mucking around building a new...

Well, here it is... I started this project before I joined here, actually it's more a conversion rather than a build. I will make one point, this is not intended to be a serious racing kart, just something to have fun building on a low budget and have a bit of fun driving it when finished...

After reading reading through so much useful advice on here I thought it's about time I joined and have the opportunity to help others where I can too. I live in Queensland, Australia. Started my working life as a Small Engine Mechanic and still love anything to do with them as a hobby...