New Go-Kart Builder

[Doc Sprocket]

Keep in mind that the decorative (non-structural) tube they use in that instructable is DEAD thin. Way thinner than you are going to use.

For tire sizing, the LAST number is rim diameter- IE 13x5-6. 13 is the overall height in inches, 5 is the width at its widest point (sidewall bulge, not tread) and it fits a 6" diameter rim.

 

[Go-Kart Maniacz]

Ok awesome! now I just need to get to the drawing board and draw designs for the inner chassis.

 

[momoe]

More flexible?

as in it would twist a bit under forces

 

[Go-Kart Maniacz]

Ive got another Question. How do you tell what size clutch to use?

 

[DS13]

Ive got another Question. How do you tell what size clutch to use?

by the diameter of your output shaft on the engine and the type pf chain you are using. also the gear ratio

 

[Go-Kart Maniacz]

Would these tires work? Im guessing not because they are so cheap
http://www.harborfreight.com/10-inch-knobby-tire-43612.html

 

[DS13]

Would these tires work? Im guessing not because they are so cheap
http://www.harborfreight.com/10-inch-knobby-tire-43612.html

once again the bearing wont hold up to the speed. see in the description it says for dollys, wagons, or carts? that means slow speed. cart spelled with a c is like a mechanics cart to hold tools. karts with a k are the fast ones.

 

[Go-Kart Maniacz]

Oh lol thanks. It said carts so I was not sure. Where is a good place I should look for tires?

 

[DS13]

check out the websites in this thread:

http://www.diygokarts.com/vb/showthread.php?t=1180

 

[Go-Kart Maniacz]

So is this tire really only 4.1 inches tall?
http://www.mfgsupply.com/gomini/gominitires/gominitires4/gominitires4stud/8-341.html

 

[Go-Kart Maniacz]

Also if I buy these and replace the bearings with High speed ones will they work? I mean what could go wrong? I might go get some today

 

[Go-Kart Maniacz]

Sorry forgot the link LOL! http://www.harborfreight.com/10-inch-pneumatic-tire-30900.html

 

[Doc Sprocket]

4.10x3.50-4 means- 4.10 sidewall height, 3.5" wide, 4" rim diameter. Approximately 12" diameter. Please use the EDIT button to avoid rapidfire posts.

 

[Go-Kart Maniacz]

Thanks for answering. Also I picked up an awesome used chair for 25$. We unscrewed the roller and now it is just the chair. we spray painted it grey in the picture. Next we are going to do the final coat black. Also the arm rests I plan to paint blue along with the frame of the Kart:

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8528/8569838605_1658a757d9_b.jpg

also if I replace the bearings in the other tires will they work?

 

[spyder808]

doubt the integrity of the thin walled rim would handle well once you get weight, speed, and side pressure from turns ... don't risk your safety over a few bucks

 

[Evilmongoose]

Those same wheels are working very well for me, just buy spares just encase. I think they are cheap enough for us who are just starting off.

 

[Go-Kart Maniacz]

I think I will go with these tires:
Front 10 inch:http://www.harborfreight.com/10-heavy-duty-groove-tread-pneumatic-tire-with-black-hub-69388.html

Rear: 13 inch:http://www.harborfreight.com/13-inch-x-5-inch-heavy-duty-pneumatic-tire-37767.html

 

[Go-Kart Maniacz]

Is the predator 212cc powerful enough for 2 wheel drive?

 

[Go-Kart Maniacz]

Anyone????

 

[Doc Sprocket]

As a general statement, yes. That is becoming a very popular go kart engine choice.