T-Bucket style Go Kart

[IceMan198753]

Order my wheels, yesterday. Going to make my own custom hubs. I would hate to drill out brand new wheels!

 

[OzFab]

Well I am thinking about just making my own hubs. Any input?

Would an adaptor plate work? Is there enough clearance?

 

[IceMan198753]

Would an adaptor plate work? Is there enough clearance?

Well I haven't got the wheels yet. Hopefully they come in on Friday. (yes I will post pics of them) BUT I wouldn't see why I couldn't put an adapter plate on a standard hub. Where would I even find a plate to fit a 4/115 bolt pattern? Thank you for your input.

 

[OzFab]

All you need is a round piece of 1/4" or 5/16" steel with the centre cut out, then you drill the holes to suit the stud patterns 45* out from each other

 

[IceMan198753]

How would I bolt that plate onto the hub with out the hubs studs interfering with the wheel?

 

[IceMan198753]

Here is some pics of the frame. Not done yet.

 

[OzFab]

There's a few ways. One way is to countersink the holes & reverse the bolts (fitted from the front). Another way is to thread the holes in the adaptor plate. An extreme method is to weld it on...

 

[chris_the_poser]

Looks like a good start I so wanna see this one going

 

[IceMan198753]

Wheels and tires all mounted up!!!!

 

[IceMan198753]

I really need some good help on a transmission for this. I am have no luck doing it on my own! Any input?

 

[Doc Sprocket]

To recap- Vertical shaft mower engine, right?

Shop for a transmission like a Peerless 700- commonly found in rear engine riding mowers.

 

[IceMan198753]

To recap- Vertical shaft mower engine, right?

Shop for a transmission like a Peerless 700- commonly found in rear engine riding mowers.

Yes vertical shaft

I have looked at peerless but I don't know what I looking for/at. I want to go at least 30mph

 

[Doc Sprocket]

You're looking for a 700. I mighta mentioned it....

There are two major types of gearbox on a riding mower. The transmission, and the transaxle. Visually, the difference is thus: A transmission is a stand-alone gearbox, and the rear axle of the tractor is a completely separate part, usually driven by chain. A transaxle is a transmission and rear axle in one. Two half-shafts coming right out of it, the wheels mounted directly.

In all honesty, you could probably use either style for your build. I keep mentioning Peerless because I know more about them than the other brands. They are probably the most common, and if mower racers can get through races with slight mods, you can do it too.

Peerless units typically have the ID tag mounted on the unit on the Right hand side, usually behind the brake caliper. The 800 is a transaxle that uses the same shift keys and gearsets as the 700 transmission.

 

[crazy4carts]

http://www.ebay.com/itm/271156053392?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1438.l2649

i've been watchin this one, cause that's what's in mine, and i'm lookin a spare

 

[Doc Sprocket]

A nice, long shaft example of a 700-series Peerless transmission!

 

[crazy4carts]

yea, but if you look at mine, there's not alot of difference, allowing for the frame, it's not going to be too far off, plus, just order the short shaft, if needed, and keep going.

 

[IceMan198753]

yea, but if you look at mine, there's not alot of difference, allowing for the frame, it's not going to be too far off, plus, just order the short shaft, if needed, and keep going.

I thought you needed a clutch between the engine and gearbox? Or, am I missing something?

 

[crazy4carts]

it's on the engine shaft. look at the picture, closely.

 

[IceMan198753]

This is the "fake" hub I made up! I will probably buy a standard keyed hub then knock out the studs the fill in the holes with weld then re-drill the right pattern in the hub. SO this is my template! Any comments?

 

[IceMan198753]

it's on the engine shaft. look at the picture, closely.

So would it be easier to go with a clutch like that or a idler puller and tensioner pulley