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Ah finally I am able to upload some pics, before it wouldnt let me due to sizing issues :censored:

Anywho, I am still in the process of acquiring sufficient funds for parts sooo im just taking some slow steps.

I have to donor motor that I posted earlier in this thread and I am attempting to transfer the clutch onto the motor I am going to use on the kart. I took it apart and cleaned it the best I could: (sorry, i didnt choose the best background for the pic :roflol:


I have a mysterious part that came out of the clutch as I was taking it apart to clean and I dont now where it goes :mad2: it is the bigger of the two snap rings


My other problem I have encountered is trying to remove this part from the shaft of the donor motor. The mechanic that I used to help me repair the 8hp said to just pull it off. I didnt really understand what he was trying to tell me. Possibly use a gear puller?


Thanks guys, I just started to try and remove the pulley from the 8hp...lots of WD40 :D
 
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I have not been doing this that long, but I think I have the same clutch off an old engine that came with one of my projects. I don't mind snapping a few pics, while taking it apart if it will help you get yours back together. I have 2 new clutch's so this one will not be used.
 
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Im still having some trounle with the wheel hubs. I am not sure which are "better" than the others. There ared so many different varieties and styles and sizes that it can get really overwhelming. I was looking at hubs on this page http://www.bmikarts.com/shop/?shop=1&cat=255 and on this one http://www.gokartgalaxy.com/wheel_hubs.htm. THe BMI prices are very ranged for many different types of hubs, while the GKG are expensive for pretty much all the same...Help!
 
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I have a problem that seems to be very common on this site, my engine shaft is one inch and the clutch is 3/4", I think. I was talking with a guy I know that owns a metal lathe and told him of my problem. He suggested that instead of taking the whole shaft out toget it machines, we could make a step down adapter tha would fit both sizes. Most likely held on by set screws. What do you guys think?
 
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souperman000 said:
I have a problem that seems to be very common on this site, my engine shaft is one inch and the clutch is 3/4", I think. I was talking with a guy I know that owns a metal lathe and told him of my problem. He suggested that instead of taking the whole shaft out toget it machines, we could make a step down adapter tha would fit both sizes. Most likely held on by set screws. What do you guys think?
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I think you should buy a 1" centrifugal clutch. After getting this old rusty one you have machined to fit the clutch could possibly fail because of prior abuse/rust, it is also probably only rated for about 5-6hp. Here is a nice cheapish 1" clutch http://www.bmikarts.com/item/Clutch---1-Bore-411941-or-411935-2249
this would fit your engine and it would be ready for action.
 
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souperman000 said:
Im still having some trounle with the wheel hubs. I am not sure which are "better" than the others. There ared so many different varieties and styles and sizes that it can get really overwhelming. I was looking at hubs on this page http://www.bmikarts.com/shop/?shop=1&cat=255 and on this one http://www.gokartgalaxy.com/wheel_hubs.htm. THe BMI prices are very ranged for many different types of hubs, while the GKG are expensive for pretty much all the same...Help!
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You do not have to buy hubs for rear wheels. If you look at this wheel it would be perfect for your setup.
http://www.bmikarts.com/item/15-Super-Turf-Rear-Tire-Rim-260046-6943
These wheels are 6" wide which means with the 40" axle(http://www.bmikarts.com/item/1-Live-Axle-4000-717) 2 of these wheels(12") would fit perfectly for your 21" wide frame.(21" frame+ 12" wheels=33") This would mean you would have 7" left on axle for bolt and spacers! Also, for these wheels to fit you would also of course need key-stock.
http://www.bmikarts.com/item/1-4-Keystock-400051-or-400052-719
 
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yea, THanks a bunch for this murraykart, I think I will be needing a new clutch but, the price is a bit steap for my liking, I'm meeting with the guy about the adapter on sunday. Maybe i will have to get the new clutch anyways. Thanks Again
 
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Hello everyone, I am still kinda skeptical about this package: http://www.gokartgalaxy.com/kart_control_hardware.htm . will it be compatible with this brake caliper: http://www.bmikarts.com/item/Mechanical-Caliper-400282-7699 ? Im wondering if the rods wont be such a hot idea. Anyway, I gave my engines to a friend to work on installing the clutch, and I am trying to strip the paint this week. I am looking forward to posting some pictures of my progress (slow and steady :D) Maybe be able to order some parts too, but not all of them. Thanks for your help!
 
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