Total Noob question....

[neebles]

So im starting on my first kart project. Well I shouldnt call it a project as the kart is complete, but stock. Im looking to upgrade etc, and have some fun. I have a stock 6.5 hp clone engine. I was looking to swap out the air filter and exhaust...Some of the pipes I was looking at say they are for a "modified" engine...Could a pipe like this be slapped on with no modifications to the engine?
http://www.affordablegokarts.com/mm5/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=A&Product_Code=AGK680&Category_Code=GGPP5

 

[Raviolikid134]

I have a similar pipe on my GX200 clone and yeah it just bolts on no problem.

 

[neebles]

Ok cool, I just wanted to make sure I didnt need to do anything to the engine first....

 

[Raviolikid134]

Once you remove the governor those clones are pretty quick. http://www.nr-racing.com/ has alot of stuff for those motors too and theyre a good company to deal with.

 

[neebles]

So, which should one do first, Exhaust or Air Filter? Or should they be done at the same time. Does it even matter? Thanks

 

[freakboy]

go bolth at the same time and then remove the gov FULLY REMOVE IT and it will fly you also might need to re jet the carby.

 

[Raviolikid134]

The stage 1 motor from NR has exhaust, air filter, 18lb valve springs, full removal of governor, advanced timing, and rejetted carb. According to them itll give you 8.5hp. Thats a great starting point, especially if thisll be your first beefy go kart build. What kinda gearing setup did you decide on?