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I broke a hub that sits on a non-standard axle (1" with step down to 7/8" on each end). I can't find a replacement hub with a 7/8" bore, so I've decided to machine the axle ends down to 3/4" and then I'll have plenty of choices for off-the-shelf hubs. I was quoted $165 by a machine shop to do...

I have an unknown brand rusted-out live-axle franken-kart that I'm trying to make road worthy for my son. Yesterday we tried to strip the axle of all its bits. The toughest bit was one of the wheel hubs. In the process of removal, it was destroyed beyond repair (overzealous use of a gear...

Like so many others I'm exploring whether my first go-kart build should involve a conversion to electric. There have been many recommendations to use a golf cart motor. I found a couple craigslist ads for old carts for a couple hundred dollars which seems like a pretty good deal for a motor and...

I'm looking for a place to ride the go kart in CA. I'm in Orange County. I found El Mirage dry lake bed within a couple hours drive. Does anyone know if karts are allowed in this ohv area. Any other suggestions near the OC?

Hi All- This seems like a great site, was happy to come across it! My son's 12th birthday is coming up and a boy needs a go-kart! Bought this last night in the dark. More warts in the daylight than I thought. Lots horrible welding done to the frame, but the Honda 5.0 started and ran. Torque...