Chain falls of on a turn?

[newrider3]

Wow. I've seen skip-tooth sprockets before, but that just seems like an odd thing to do to lose such a small amount of weight.

Also, why is there a water neck attached to your carb???

 

[mzg]

The sprocket is good, but I think I agree with the fact that it can move a lot, so the first step that is should do is change the sprocket ?

 

[mzg]

What is a water neck to my carb? sorry im a noob at this.

 

[anderkart]

He's referring to the thermostat housing that's serving as your air filter adapter.

Yes, you definitely need to buy a new rear sprocket.

 

[mzg]

I have 2 other sprockets that the person included with, 53 & 60 tooth. I should put those on?

 

[HellSpawn]

a couple of those chain links look bent/loose.

 

[mzg]

okay, so I need a new chain, replace sprocket and how often should I change my oil?

 

[Blazkowiez]

Every 25hrs of use.

 

[mzg]

Okay thank you. I will let you know how it turns out as far as changing the sprocket and chain see if that solves the problem.

 

[mzg]

okay i will let you all know how it turns out after I replace a few things on it and make sure that everything is tight on it. Also how much oil goes into my cart any idea?

 

[Blazkowiez]

For that size of an engine, close to a full quart. Check the levels as filling.

 

[mzg]

Does anyone live near Homer Glen IL ? I could use some help I am not good at working on my go kart what so ever. Thinking about fixing it and selling it if anyone interested shoot me an offer I paid 1k.

 

[anderkart]

I have an Idea that would make replacing your sprocket much easier. Looks like your current sprocket is a 1 piece and you'd normally have to do a lot of work to remove it.
I saw you said you had 2 extra sprockets, are they 1 piece or split sprockets like the ones for sale here in this link? > http://www.cometkartsales.com/store/hrstman/ssg.htm

I just wanted you to know you could cut your old sprocket off with a hack saw and then simply install a new split sprocket without having to disassemble your rear axle. If you decide to buy a 2 piece sprocket, you'll find this link: http://www.gokartsupply.com/chain.htm has some info to confirm if your kart is set up for #35 size sprockets or not.

 

[mzg]

Im not sure if the current one is a 1 or 2, but I do have 2 other sprockets that are in 2 pieces. As far as a chain goes i purchased a #35 roller chain today and Hope it works for my kart. The chain that is on the cart now is a #35 but seems like its a better chain feels much thicker then the one i bought which is the same size.

 

[mzg]

GOT THE KART WORKING GREAT I put a new sprocket on, with new chain, Chain is really tight now and does not fall of at all i will post some new pic soon for all to see, Thank you for all your help/ideas.

 

[Cam]

Why was there semi circles cut in the sprocket edge?

 

[brendonv]

Why was there semi circles cut in the sprocket edge?

So that the chain is destined to come off.

 

[midnite]

Motor mount with bearings?

 

[mzg]

All fixed chain was way too loose fixed a lot on the kart so far.

 

[mzg]

chain still manages to come off once in a while but not much, should I put like a chain tensioner or something?