Denny
Canned Monster
Yes! Yes! Yes! Those are the hubs! Definitely go with a CVT. The centrifugal clutch will not hold up.
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Speedster
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Great! I will get those. I love it when a plan comes together. What did you think of the other stuff?
Denny
Canned Monster
I think you’re on your way. Just make sure the axle is stepped down from 1” to 3/4”. You will be very happy.
Rat
Well-known member
It's not. Not without a major speed penalty. I know you know a TC is the only way to go for...
Big tires
Heavy rig
Stop and go conditions
Off road or hilly terrain
He'll learn it the hard way when that Hilliard turns red hot and either becomes glowing shrapnel or welds itself into a solid chunk
Speedster
Active member
It does have the step down from 1" to 3/4". I was initially thinking that axle would work with some keyed rims I already have, but come to find out, the hole in the rims is too small. Hence the golf cart wheels. 
As unbelievable as it seems, I think you have answered all my questions! I sure appreciate the help. No doubt, I will come up with more questions on the way, but for now, I think that's it! I will keep y'all posted, if you are interested. Thanks!
As unbelievable as it seems, I think you have answered all my questions! I sure appreciate the help. No doubt, I will come up with more questions on the way, but for now, I think that's it! I will keep y'all posted, if you are interested. Thanks!
Speedster
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Whitetrashrocker
Inmate #952016
You will need to go to a 40 series cvt. The 11 horse engine is a big block with a one inch output shaft.
The mounting bolt pattern is different also.
The mounting bolt pattern is different also.
Speedster
Active member
Thanks! Is there any in particular that shine for price or durability?
Whitetrashrocker
Inmate #952016
Cvt or engine?
Haven't blown my predator up yet so I can't say.
Cvt clones seem to have good reviews just don't use the free belt. Genuine comet all the way.
Haven't blown my predator up yet so I can't say.
Cvt clones seem to have good reviews just don't use the free belt. Genuine comet all the way.
Speedster
Active member
Cvt. You answered my question, thanks. From what I am hearing, I will definitely stick with comet belts. For an engine, I'll just pick one up off of Facebook. (and hope it works) Thanks!
Denny
Canned Monster
Now you’re getting with the program! You’re thinking for success without wasting money!
Whitetrashrocker
Inmate #952016
Now he just need to get a frame.
Speedster
Active member
That's what I was futilely attempting to do before. I was just highly ignorant. You guys and some intense research fixed that!
To some small degree.I am still 100% determined to make the frame myself! AARRGGHH! (
)Denny
Canned Monster
That’s ok. The next lesson is Ackerman, caster, camber and toe. Look them up, you need to know all of these to make a kart go straight and turn!
Speedster
Active member
Oh geez. All things I have been putting off researching. At least I have a fair idea what they mean. Just absolutely not in relation to go karts.
Speedster
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Ok, what on earth should I use for front wheels? Preferably, they would be larger and skinny, like wheelbarrow tires. Maybe that's not possible?
Denny
Canned Monster
You will before I’m done with you! Remember everything is a system and they all must play nice with each other! Each and every component. You need to think like an engineer. Ship! I just threw up in my mouth again! I hate engineers.
Denny
Canned Monster
If you go with 4”x4 hubs there too with bearings you can use trailer tires. They will wear great and last longer!
Speedster
Active member
Thanks! I hadn't thought of that. I will definitely check into it.
Rat
Well-known member
I've only told you you're going to need quality hubs multiple times now