my basket case...

[Billyd]

Last year i did a garbage clean out and came across a go kart frame that looked complete so i kept it. I just finally purchased a mig welder so i can fix the old girl up. I came across a hell of a deal on a 212cc predator today that i couldnt pass up. So here's my setup so far.. 212cc with a 10 tooth cent. clutch and a 82t sproket... so far am i going the right way.? I also have a 34t sproket..should i keep the 82t.? The cart isnt going to be a racer i just want something to cruise my yard with... any ideas suggestions.? The engine in the pictures is only for mock up purpose only...

 

[Doc Sprocket]

What is the diameter of those rear tires? at 8.2:1, you won't break any speed records, but you'll have plenty of torque, and your clutch should stay cool and comfy.

 

[Billyd]

15" rear wheels.. i know i dont wanna break any speed records but i do wanna go a bit faster than my basket case tractor.... thats a whole other thread there..lol

 

[Doc Sprocket]

Well, you're looking at about 20MPH (32K) assuming your engine caps out at 3600. But you'll be ripping up the grass everywhere. Remember to replace your divots.

 

[Billyd]

That'll be fine for my first "build"...as long as i can get this moving and out of the garage as a whole unit and usable... what # chain should i use.? Or do i have to figure that out..... If the snowmobile doesnt sell soon i gonna rob the engine and build an off roader.. which at my rate should be done with that one by 2016...

 

[OzFab]

what # chain should i use.? Or do i have to figure that out.....

Yeah, you need to work it out but, we can help you do that:

First, are the teeth on the clutch & sprocket the same pitch? Once you confirm that, then you need to accurately measure the distance between the teeth: 3/8" means it's #35 chain, 1/2" means it's #40/41

 

[Doc Sprocket]

Check out your clutch and axle sprockets. You probably need #35 or #40/41 chain. Measure from point-to-point on the teeth. 3/8"= #35, 1/2"= #40/41.

EDIT- The winner by a nose... Fabroman! LOL