Recent content by DirtySCREW

Well I decided to go with a chain and sprocket setup as it would be more reliable in the long run I think. I appreciate everyone's help and probably will have more questions soon..lol. Here are some pics: A friend of mine is helping and has done some welding for me. I think this...

Fabroman, THANKS!!! That was what I was thinking that link 2,3,4 made something like link 1! Are there any pros/cons to having a sprocket/brake hub in one?? --DirtySCREW

Hey guys...I'm still trying to get my son's go-cart project together. I posted the frame in the other thread. I really need some help selecting the parts as I don't want to buy the incorrect ones. Can ya'll help? I'm having to get a new axle and bearings as I want to have a chain and sprocket...

What type of belt would I use? --DirtySCREW

Just measured the rear tires and they are 19" tall. I pressured wash the frame yesterday. The belt thinga ma jig is WELDED onto the axle. So it looks like I'm gonna have to get a new axle. I don't know if I should try to get a different rolling frame and stick my new motor on that or what. I...

Yea, I was thinking of some smaller rear tires. The ones on it now are the large rear tires from a riding lawn mower. If I can find some smaller ones that aren't too expensive... --DirtySCREW

Thanks for all the replies guys! I went and got a 6.5H Predator today from HF. I do plan on riding (driving) with my son at first, or let his big sister drive some. I do not understand the belt system. There is the assembly on the axle and on the old motor that appears to hold 3 belts???? Or...

I got a go cart frame yesterday with a blown motor for parts. I plan on getting a HF Predator 6.5 HP motor new. The old motor and axle have a belt type system on it. I want to convert this to a chain and sprocket setup. Can you help or give advice? This is my first go cart build if you will. It...