Bent Spindles

[Eric1204]

So, the kids have been running the Manco 606 Silver Fox pretty hard and without crashing into anything have still managed to bend both spindles.

With the help of some galvanized pipe i was able to get the worst of the two reasonably straight so they could keep driving.

Any reason I can't just take them off and pound them flat on a little anvil? At $28 a pop, that could add up quickly. (I had to replace one already because I crashed during one of the first test drive phases)

Is there a heavier duty spindle that might be a better replacement? I purchased the last one from gokart supply.com.

Thanks!

Here are some pics of each spindle...

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[gman3850]

had the same thing happen on mine but at the weld. i ended up adding a brace to the bottom and top. never semed to have a problem before i sold it

 

[jandj]

Try an Azusa spindle.
They come in various "axle stub" lengths and are braced in a triangulated fashion.
The flat Manco ones ain't diddly squat
for strength.

 

[OzFab]

The material used for the steering arm is too thin, should be minimum 1/4"...

You may find they are bending simply due to suspension travel as the tierod ends may have insufficient travel...

 

[BirdFanatic]

Get your friend un bolt them have him grab a side you grab a side and bend it back then weld on a pice to strengthen it drill place bolts tighten down done/

 

[Eric1204]

Thanks guys - lacking a welder I will check out the Azusa spindles.

Of course this could be a good excuse to get a welder.


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[Poboy kartman]

Thanks guys - lacking a welder I will check out the Azusa spindles.

Of course this could be a good excuse to get a welder.


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Yep...welders pay for themselves in no time....and....this IS DIY....you can make better than you can buy!!!!