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You are really not being nice, buddy. There's only 4 pictures there and they are all the tc. I don't know how to put the pictures directly on here. Thanks for your opinion. I'm going to send it back.

http://www.diygokarts.com/vb/album.php?albumid=1071

Would it still work fine?

I put 4 picture shows in my profile. Thanks.

Thanks everyone, but how do i know how reasonably loose the torque converter belt is suppose to be?

Yes 600 pounds

Ok. Thanks. How much weight can I expect the torque converter and the engine to push?

I'm going to order the mounting kit http://www.bmikarts.com/Motor-Mount-Plate-with-Jackshaft-and-Bearings_p_1051.html But I have no idea what the center distance is going to be so I should order a belt later right? Or should I gamble with the 9 3/4?

I agree.

Thats because I didnt even get the torque converter or anything yet. But thanks. So I get to choose the distance by installing the jackshaft right? Or buy one and choose the distance appropriatley?

Hey guys, I'm doing some shopping. I ordered 72 teeth and 12 teeth sprockets. And the torque converter, but I'm not sure what belt to order. I see this: https://www.ombwarehouse.com/comet-40-series-torque-converter-belt-40-120.html 40CD setting 11-1/2†44CD setting 10-9/16†Outside 40.5'''...

I understand. With the motor mount link you gave me... So I mount the engine on it. Than the jackshaft goes through the 2 holes and is held in place by the bearings. I buy a 10 tooth sprocket and assemble it. Thats it right? Whats weird to me is, the belts have teeth, but the torque converters...

Here is the link again https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B019SL0LUK/ref=ask_ql_qh_dp_hza Thanks

Thanks everyone. So this must be it https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...A1UY2YMGL7FILQ. I guess I need to buy the other parts separately? I need a belt and a jackshaft

I will burn it even with 7 inch wheels? The online gokartspeed calculator says top speed would be 35 mph. I plan to have 7 inch wheels, offroad. Its hard to tell the wight, im a heavy person. The engine weighs 87 pounds. So no less than 400 pounds. Will I need to buy a clutch for this? Its a...