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    Whats up??

    Finally had time to get back at kart after a long layoff and after removing gov from the engine it only runs by the stock run start/lever and not by throttle! I thought by just eliminating gov and its arm from the throttle wouldn't cause this?? Really confused!:surrender: Is thier something I...
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    sprocket and topend issues

    Well trying to get more speed on top end is becoming an issue trying to find right sprocket. I am trying to find a "C" type sprocket that has either 12 or 14t with 5/8 bore that will fit #40 chain is impossible to find! So..instead could i use a "B" type sprocket which i can find easily... but...
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    Throttle setup help

    Ok..I know its been asked a million times about setting up a throttle on this forum but i cannot find it, so here it goes..I removed the gov and now need to setup a new throttle on 11 clone. Also, what do i do about the hole where the gov was. Do i put a plug in or do i use the same gov lever...
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    comet torque convertors

    Does or now did Comet sell a 30 series torque convertor for 1" shafts. I am loosing it, I think I bought one a year or two ago but don't remember! I know thats sad can't remember that. Does anyone have one and can describe what it looks like because if I have one its black and only says on...
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    Belt problem

    Not sure if I have a belt problem on gokart or if I have the wrong belt, or drive line thats causing belt problems. Wondering if anyone can help? Heres what happened, after running the yerf dog with the new 11 hp clone noticed small tear on top of belt. Its not completelt torn just a little...
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    Case Tractor

    I know this isn't a tractor forum, but I got side tract from my kart project and picked up an old case 220 lawn tractor. Its built like a fricken tank, thick gage steel and no plastc! Heavy as H*LL! got it cheap..200.00. Runs and works great! Anyone know or have any knowledge on this model...
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    Should I mod the Clone? or not?

    I have a new project and would like to get some advice. Heres some background info...I have a yerf dog kart that originally had the weak 6.5 techumsi and replaced it with a mild modded briggs 8hp. It worked great but kept blowing oil from breather all over the engine and everywhere else. Then...
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    Carb level

    Ok..now having issues with carb adapter. It fits and aligns with the briggs intake bolt spread and port..but where i bolt the carb to the other end of the intake its on a slight angle which tips the carb (mikuni) sideways to the left ever so slightly. My question is..will this effect the float...
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    Throttle setup

    Got a 24mm mikuni for my briggs, but i am lost on where and how to find and set up the throttle on this carb?? :confused: Do i need a special throttle cable for this carb or could i use my existing one or maybe use a bicycle cable? Also i got a new pump for the mikuni but not sure how to hook it...
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    Needed parts

    Trying to find a replacement fuel system for a rebuilt 8hp Briggs. Looking at : Mukini carb..not sure what size yet? any help? Pump Intake High flow airfilter Exhaust header..straight pipe? Any suggestions for my build up is appreciated, want to get er running as boys are very anxious.
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    Go kart project in progress..

    Heres what I started with and still playing around with. Still thinking about changing carbs as this one is driving me mad constanly adjusting!!:furious2: I posted a few pics of my sons and my off road kart project, let me know what you think?
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    governor

    I was wondering if i disconnect the governor from the throttle to get more power/rpm from my motor, does that mean i can leave the centrifical weights in the motor and do not have to take my side cover off and take these out. Will leaving them in cause a potential problem or not??? has anyone...
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    Carb problem

    My rebuilt 8hp briggs seems to run ok, but having high speed problems. The engine revs but seems to flutter and it seems to me it needs more fuel as it sounds like it can give more power. I have rebuilt the carb and tried adjusting the idle mixture screws and high sped screws and it still runs...
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    Old Briggs problem

    Great site! I am a newbie and having a couple of problems with my 8 hp starter recoil. The spring keeps unwinding and not recoiling like it should, so I had a local shop fix it, but lo and behold it came unwinded again. After alot of frustration I decided against my better judgement to cut...
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