Need help new to go karts

[Hellion]

You betcha. Add more teeth, and the bigger it gets.

 

[cheetahgod]

the more teeth the bigger it grows?

 

[ezcome-ezgo]

Yes. Sprockets are made to accommodate a specific pitch of chain, meaning the distance between the rollers of the chain. So the more teeth on the sprocket, it naturally needs to be a larger diameter.

 

[cheetahgod]

Ok thanks
Stripped go kart down to bare metal and just primed it
Thinking of going all 145/70/6 knobbys

 

[cheetahgod]

how do you install a centrifugal clutch that uses a key?

 

[mckutzy]

It just slides on the main shaft, most have integral broached keys....

If anything I think your going to need to be more specific?

 

[cheetahgod]

Here is update on kart

 

[cheetahgod]

need help installing clutch here are photos

 

[OzFab]

Seriously? I'm not surprised no one has responded to this; if you can't install a clutch without asking for instructions, GIVE UP NOW! This is, seriously, the easiest procedure when it comes to dealing with go karts; slide the clutch on the shaft, put a bolt in the end of the shaft, DONE!...

Unless, of course, there's an issue we're unaware of; what exactly are you having trouble with?

 

[mckutzy]

That exactly what I said....

What seems to be the problem???

 

[ezcome-ezgo]

See hole, see shaft. Insert shaft in hole. No innuendo, please.

 

[cheetahgod]

Ok I just got confused due to how the clutch was installed when I got the cart. Looks like they jammed a key in it to stop it from sliding up and down here is picture.

Do I need to lube the shaft before I insert it into the hole?

 

[KingCobra]

See hole, see shaft. Insert shaft in hole. No innuendo, please.

That exactly what I said....

What seems to be the problem???

Seriously? I'm not surprised no one has responded to this; if you can't install a clutch without asking for instructions, GIVE UP NOW! This is, seriously, the easiest procedure when it comes to dealing with go karts; slide the clutch on the shaft, put a bolt in the end of the shaft, DONE!...

Unless, of course, there's an issue we're unaware of; what exactly are you having trouble with?

Yeh, I have to agree! I just don't believe what I'm reading so far.

 

[Dustin2017]

I always make sure the hole is lubed before my shaft goes in.lol

 

[KingCobra]

I always make sure the hole is lubed before my shaft goes in.lol

Yes! Remember, FRICTION BURNS!!!!

 

[mckutzy]

No, that other key isn't nessisary... Why was it there in the first place??? Who knows...
The shaft has a bolt hole for putting a fine thread bolt and washer to hold the clutch on.

The clutch itself has an integral broached key meant to engage the keyway on the shaft.
It wouldn't hurt to lightly grease or spray the shaft before assembly, just dot get the lube on the clutch shoes/drum...

 

[KingCobra]

Do I need to lube the shaft before I insert it into the hole?

If anything, you should use ANTI SEIZE on the crankshaft before sliding the clutch on it. This will also act as a grease and anti rusting agent all in one! The stuff works trust me!!

 

[cheetahgod]

Should I get turf or knobby tires for the back
Plan on riding it off road on hard dirt and maybe a little on grass and cemet.

 

[Hellion]

Got any new pics?

Just get some turf saver tires and be done with it. They will give you the best of several worlds.

The tires that came with the kart, if they can still be utilized, are your best bet. They were in good shape, seemingly.
I think you might be stuck trying to make the world’s most perfect kart with all new, pristine parts, and while admirable, it is slowing you down. Use what you have until it’s “all used up”, then buy new.

There’s no dishonor in using used tires!