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  1. J

    DK Motors Co, engine swap and Clutch advice needed

    I am very new on this as well, but it looks very similar to the one my son and I play around with. I cant go into sprockets (gear ratios) yet, but I can tell you that the manco 606c-14 that we have has a predator 212 and a 30 series torque converter on it. On paved roads, I have had ours up to...
  2. J

    Torque Converter - help with decision Manco 606c-14

    Hello Everyone, this is only my second post, and would still be considered new here. I am from Lubbock Texas, and just got into Go Karts. I have a Manco 606c-14 Scorpion. It currently has a predator 212 hemi with a stage 1 (still has the govenor at this point) from my first post, the advice...
  3. J

    Manco 606 Scorpion MORE PERFORMANCE - Advice

    What I am seeing is that I guess I should seriously consider moving up to the 420 predator with a 40 series torque converter. Would this allow for bigger tires on the front and back as well? Would I need to consider building up the front end? Fab dual A-arm, or add front bumper to add weight?
  4. J

    Manco 606 Scorpion MORE PERFORMANCE - Advice

    Budget GoKart.... I would agree with you there. Not safe... ---------- Post added at 02:19 PM ---------- Previous post was at 01:56 PM ---------- All in, I would like this thing to have enough torque to climb some minor inclines, 40 to 50 mph top speed, and carry a little more weight as I...
  5. J

    Manco 606 Scorpion MORE PERFORMANCE - Advice

    So if I dont go with a mikuni carb, what could I do to increase acceleration of the line other than drop 20 pounds off of me hahahaha.
  6. J

    Manco 606 Scorpion MORE PERFORMANCE - Advice

    I have thought about going the 420 predator route in some time. Right now it has the stock mechanical disc brake (only on rear). Would I need to add better brakes and put some up front for more stopping power with the bigger heavier engine? It doesnt do that great in stopping power as is
  7. J

    Manco 606 Scorpion MORE PERFORMANCE - Advice

    What isn't safe about it? My son is 7 years old, and at this point just rides with me on it. I would want to examine that, and make sure the danger is minimized. Some danger is ok, as that is part of the fun
  8. J

    Manco 606 Scorpion MORE PERFORMANCE - Advice

    Oh, and the driver side rear tire is stuck on the rear axle, and it is the hex axle. I am thinking about getting a new axle set up, and would like any input there. Should I go with hex again? Should i go round. Live axle sprocket advice? Bigger tires, or stay with the size that is on their...
  9. J

    Manco 606 Scorpion MORE PERFORMANCE - Advice

    Hello all, I am new to this, and have little experience with go karts other than driving them for fun. I purchased a Manco 606 Scorpion frame 3 weeks ago for my son and me to play with, and have since put a predator 212 hemi, high flow air filter, header, and rejet. I also got rid of the god...
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