Recent content by TreePirate

Wow this a total awakening to the reality of dc motors and kart building in general. I supppose everyone starts off thinking of speeding along silently for a few hundred pounds. I think ive scored a 36v motor off our local forklift mechanic. Hopefully it will be at least 1hp. He was...

Im going to stick with chasis and suspension incase i change to a petrol motor as the kids get older. I have read through as much as i can and so far as im new to electric motors. If any calculations are wrong pls tell me. Kart with passanger- 110kg (250 pounds) Wheels-...

Hi folks just joined today. Have planned an electric off road junior kart in my head for 30 years. I now have the time to make one for my kids to enjoy. I was a machine engineer and can weld. My plan is to build an off roader capable of around 10-15kph and will have double wishbone A-arms all...