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    What is my realistic top speed with my engine?

    I am looking to move 400 lbs with a 3.5hp Tecumseh 4 stroke engine from an edger. I know it wont be fast, but what is a realistic top speed? Lets assume the vehicle has ideal gearing that lets the engine produce peak power at top speed. I ask because I am trying to figure out the right gear...
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    New Guy From New Mexico

    Hello all you folks out there, My name is Derek and Im a Mechanical Engineering student in New Mexico. Im not necessarily joining because I want to build a go kart (though one day I may get involved, the budget wont allow such at the moment) Instead, here is the story that brings me here: A...
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