What did I buy??

[caphawk]

Hello everyone. I am new to this site. Yesterday I saw this kart sitting in someones yard. After knocking on the door and $10 dollars later this is now in my yard.

What model is it? Or brand? What parts fit it?

I'm wanting to clean it up and replace everything on it to get it running again. The guy does have the other front wheel, i'll need to get it this week.

My plans are: New tires, new seat, new steering wheel and all linkages and I would really like to have electric start on this. Where do I start guys?

I talked to a guy who has a BS 5hp used motor that he says runs fine. He's asking 50 for it. Is that a good deal?

 

[rocketkart]

im going to say its a fox gokart frame but idk. and 50 bucks for a runing B&S engine is a good deal. is it a flat head engine?

 

[caphawk]

I'm not sure on the engine because I haven't seen it yet. Any idea on where to start ordering parts from?

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[rocketkart]

i got all my parts @ http://www.mfgsupply.com/gomini.html thay got it all.

 

[ML-TOYS]

Take off the seat, there might be a mfg tag under it

 

[caphawk]

That's a good idea. I haven't messed with anything on it yet. T don't consider that a seat though hahaha

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[firemanjim]

I'm not sure on the engine because I haven't seen it yet. Any idea on where to start ordering parts from?

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WELCOME! GREAT BUY for $10!!! Have a look at the parts link page at the bottom of the forum page.... It has all the links you could need for any kart part and more.

 

[caphawk]

Thanks Jim. What type of paint does everyone use? I use automotive paint on other projects but don't have powder coat access.

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[Half-breeder]

That kart looks like mine... Well... Looks like someone got my 'idea(s)' w/out the details/pics... Lol

 

[OzFab]

im going to say its a fox gokart frame but idk.

That kart looks like mine...

I was thinking the same thing. The markings on the floor make me thing Manco...

$50 for a running B&S 5hp is a great deal

 

[caphawk]

Sounds like I need to pick up that motor then. How bigger of a motor could this handle?

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[rocketkart]

i say no more than a 13hp thats more than enough power for a kart like yours.

 

[caphawk]

Ok. I was just wanting to go midrange power until my kids are older but for now its going to be my wife and thier cousin's driving them around.

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[itsid]

What model is it? Or brand? What parts fit it?

Floorpanel and pedals say Manco , the single steering column though doesn't match anything I've seen yet.
*shrugs*

'sid

 

[OzFab]

5hp B&S should be good, even for the kids. Failing that, head to Harbor Freight for a 212cc Predator

 

[caphawk]

Are they reliable and any models come with electric start? When I take the axle apart, what is a good oil or grease to use and can the sprocket be changed?

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[OzFab]

Are they reliable and any models come with electric start?

I've only heard good things about them; every now & then a dud makes it's way out but, the faults are usually minor & are only returned because it's easier than fiddling with a new engine...

AFAIK, they don't have elec start but, being a Honda GX200 clone, there are variants that do have elec start...

When I take the axle apart, what is a good oil or grease to use

Normal, everyday bearing grease will suffice, it's not like it'll be doing 80mph...

and can the sprocket be changed?

Of course it can; why do you want to change it?

 

[caphawk]

The sprocket on it is old and looks rounded. I figure ill look for a sale on the hf 212 and then start reading about torque converters.

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[landuse]

Yup, you got a good deal there. The 5HP will also be fine for you. Post some pics of the sprocket. It might not need replacing.