New Guy With Some Questions!!

[Erff]

Hey guys ive always wanted to build a go-kart and now I finally bought an engine worthy to start my build...I just picked up a GX340 Honda, 4 stoke rated at 11hp. Im looking at building a cart for more of an offroad cart, so im wondering what would be my best way of transfering the power to the wheels and what kind of sprocket ratio would work best for me, im new to the game so i know basics but id like to know what would suit the engine the best...a clutch, torque converter, with chain or v belt, im assuming a live axle, what sprocket ratio would work best the engine, and also does anyone reccomend any sites to buy like axle, clutches, berings for this kind of stuff, thanks Tyson

 

[Raywelder]

Well, For anything, A torque converter will always work best IMO. It just also happens to be the most expensive way too.
Your sprocket ratio depends on what size tires you want to run to.

Are you looking to build a suspended cart?

 

[modelengineer]

Aside from a gearbox on a motorbike engine, I agree that a CVT is a very good option. Whether it's worth the money? That's really up to you. I don't think they are, I'd be selling the Honda (you should get a good price) and buying a motorbike engine.

 

[Erff]

Yes, I am wanting to build a fully suspended kart, Ive acually just bought some plans off Theo i believe his name is, I've never really built anything like this and I thought if I take a look on how its done I can get a better idea of how things are set up and fabricated. Why would you say sell my honda engine for a dirtbike engine?