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    Installing lights on Carter Bros Lightning

    So the kids and I decided our go kart needed lights for those days we can't just quit early. We found a rechargeable battery from a power wheels motorcycle. The battery is 12v 9.5 ah. Bought some Chinese LED strips on ebay (about $12) and a set of LED water proof lights (chinese also--should be...
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    What tires are best for pavement? long lasting.

    It seems that I will need to replace all 4 tires soon. I believe my kids will do most of their riding on pavement with occasional off road (dirt). Does it make a difference if I get Turf tires or 'straight rib' tread? Which will last longer on pavement? thanks
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    Nooby question on Split rims and installing/changing tires

    Hi, I'm a bit confused. I recently bought a used go kart and I had to remove one of the front tires to straighten a bent spindle. There were (there are) 4 bolt heads (bolts holding the rim together to the hub) and a 3/4" axle screw holding -- what I think-- the hub to the axle?? So the point is...
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    Looking for owner's manual on a Carter Lightning SX 2008 (2966)

    Hi, I'm new to go karts and I recently bought a used one for the kids. The kart is a Carter Bros. Lightning SX 2008. The model is 2966-1017. I've found sites with specs including basic information but I would like to have a manual with a parts diagram to help me familiarize myself with it; and...
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    Greetings from south FL

    New to go karts. I bought a go kart for the kids. Needless to say, they love it. Still finding out about the go kart since I already had to do some repairs. Carter Bros. Lightning SX 2008. Tecumseh 6.5 hp engine. Thank you for having me.
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