Do I need an exhaust header

[Shaun78]

I've got a KT100, and would like to know if I need an exhaust header? I'm not racing my kart right now but plan on getting on a race track this summer.

 

[Doc Sprocket]

As opposed to what? Just leaving the engine's exhaust port open to the atmosphere?

 

[anderkart]

Does it have a Can type exhaust like this pic?

 

[Shaun78]

Yes, but the engine fell off when my brother was riding it. So now I've got to get a new exhaust & was wondering if I needed an exhaust header.

 

[firemanjim]

The engine fell off? You need more than a new exhaust....
Since you are not currently racing, just put the stock piece back on... Use the money you save to fix the engine.... Like from falling off.....

 

[jandj]

.... the engine fell off when my brother was riding it.

Enquiring minds want to know....how does that happen?

 

[ML-TOYS]

Dont even consider putting a kart on a track that the motor falls off.
If that happened on a track it could have killed someone.

 

[colestreasures]

post some pics of your kart and the engine/ any damage areas.
Cole

 

[justinlogue5_0]

Sounds like a classified ad........"Cart drives great, just lost power. No time to fix. Call 555-4312

 

[Rickracer]

All 2 stroke motors run best with an expansion chamber sized appropriately for the motor.

 

[OzFab]

Enquiring minds want to know....how does that happen?

http://www.diygokarts.com/vb/showthread.php?t=28420

 

[Shaun78]

From what my brother says happened, the starter nut loosened when we started the engine causing the clutch to come off, vibrating the motor mount bolts loose, causing the engine to fall off. I know I've got a lot of things to replace & I'm the kind of person that doesn't like to buy extra parts unless needed. I buy extra spark plugs and other stuff. But I'm not going to buy multiple clutches, exhaust pipes, ect.

 

[Poboy kartman]

From what my brother says happened, the starter nut loosened when we started the engine causing the clutch to come off, vibrating the motor mount bolts loose, causing the engine to fall off. I know I've got a lot of things to replace & I'm the kind of person that doesn't like to buy extra parts unless needed. I buy extra spark plugs and other stuff. But I'm not going to buy multiple clutches, exhaust pipes, ect.

Crickey!!!! I'm not trying to pick on you....but....dang...son...sounds like you need a torque wrench......

And.....keep your stories straight....I won't go to bat for you again....and fill out your profile....and where are the pics????? rant over

 

[Shaun78]

How do you post pics, I have a few on my iPad but can't figure out how to post them here.

 

[Shaun78]

 

[anderkart]

Did you ever ask your track if they require kt100's to use a can type exhaust, or if they'd allow you to race with a (chamber-type) pipe at your track?

I posted your tracks contact info in your other (torque converter vs. clutch) thread, but you never replied back.

 

[Shaun78]

Not yet I'm really not too worried about it until I get my go kart going again. I've got a lot of work ahead, but when I get close to finishing I will find out. Thanks for the information though I really appreciate it.