Hello, New project!

[thundachicken]

Hey guys, wanted to say hello, glad to be here & please check out my new project. Just picked this up for $50, & plan to start working on her soon.

Not sure what brand she is, can anyone identify?

Thanks!

K

 

[birdman58]

very nice

 

[Blazkowiez]

Manco...

 

[-calvin-]

i wish i could get something like that for $50..only if everybody got lucky

 

[thundachicken]

Update

Revived! Finally got motivated to get this thing done. Got lucky with a discontinued 13hp HF engine, 40 series Comet & fabbed up a mount for it all. Seems to work well, just working out details.

Need better brakes! The original cable actuated brake isn't cutting it.

Need to disable the low oil sensor!

Chain slipped off the sprocket once, other than tightening it, maybe an idler?

Need more low end Uumph! Don't get me wrong, I'm happy with the top end, but I do like sudden acceleration. :arf:

 

[Gokarts4Life-11]

whats your gear ratio?

 

[landuse]

Your chain looks tight enough to me. Are you sure your sprockets are lined up correctly?

 

[thundachicken]

@ gokartsfolife- Assuming 1:1, with the 40 series. JS sprocket is 10 tooth, axle sprocket is 60 tooth.

@ landuse- I think they are, looked fine with a straight edge.

 

[baer]

Nice and clean work.
Where I live, 50 bucks will get you only the steering wheel...

 

[r_chez_08]

You want 1/4"-1/2" play in the chain. If they are aligned (a ruler worjs good for checking) and the play is within the range it should be fine. An idler is not neccesary on such a short chain.

 

[Doc Sprocket]

Assuming 1:1,

Correct- The Comet 40's high range is 1:1.