need torque converter advice

[Dougthewelder]

hi guys im new here and building my first kart! i'm a welder and good with building stuff so so far i am having a great time.

the problem i am having is i designed my kart to use one of these

http://www.northerntool.com/webapp/...&R=21024&cm_sp=Xsells-_-Manual-_-Product Page

and now i am finding that they are unavailable and might be that way for a while.

are there any alternative brands? clones? or do i just wait?

 

[EagleTalons]

I had to get mine off of Ebay...Couldn't find any at other places.

 

[toofarnorth]

I have a used comet torque converter for sale http://www.diygokarts.com/vb/showthread.php?t=4430 I think it came off a manco kart, it mounts under the engine instead of on the side of the engine like a torq-a-verter but it uses the same pulleys and belt. It's well used but the only problem I can see with it is it looks like the snapring on the driven pulley is broken (still holding it together but should be replaced) and it should get new wear buttons, all available at mfgsupply. If your interested in it PM me because I don't check the thread too often.

 

[Dougthewelder]

i found one on Ebay. thanks guys!