I've built two go karts with much trial and error. after all I've learned i realized that you need to appreciate the patience it takes to understand levers. and this video is the epitome of patience, diligence and basic machines. GREAT VIDEO

I can say this guy is the best instructor and also he's videos are plain and simple

THANK YOU for making this video short and sweet!

Omg of course lol... Sorry I'm new to the gokart world. Thank you so much for this video. I look forward to more helpful tips! 👌🏽

Lifesaver! Just about to do this on mine and was looking for a quick video to help and this did the job! Thank you!

@KartFab

4 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped!

this is the best video for installing trottle cables

Very helpful, thank you!!

Omg just got a go cart and this helped me so much

Excellent and informative, thanks guys.

Great video thanks for the information, really simple and very helpful.

It was a very helpful video. Keep the hard work going.. Great video

@KartFab

8 жыл бұрын

+Eisa Furniturewala Thanks!

thanks mate, i needed an explenation about the pedal for a project, thank you

@KartFab

7 жыл бұрын

no problem

Merry Christmas God Bless

My cart is built in 1975. Soo adding all these updated features is a pain haha. Round tubing is fun to weld.

Bought a go kart for my son and I and this video was very much needed. Thanks

@KartFab

Ай бұрын

No problemo

Thanks a lot I had no clue on how to do it!

great video! my throttle cable snapped and I was wondering how to hook the cable up to the engine. I have a Manco dingo Se

Thank you 💕 for sharing this information

Thank u for this video u have a new subscriber

@KartFab

6 жыл бұрын

No prob and welcome!

Great video

@KartFab

8 жыл бұрын

+Chevy Man thanks!

I love your videos. I bought a very old Go kart for my 8 year old son. I will buy the motor tomorrow and follow your teaching. You are very good at what you do. Thank you. What welder are you using?

@KartFab

8 жыл бұрын

+amy espinosa it is a MIG welder (any welder will work) millermatic 211 is what I used.

Thank, this really helped me :)

@KartFab

6 жыл бұрын

glad to help

@trudybergen3510

4 жыл бұрын

@@KartFab what Is the nut that you put the throttle Thu in the engine arm

thanks helped a lot

@KartFab

8 жыл бұрын

No problem. Merry Christmas.

Can you show how to fix a jamed brake on a motovox mini red go kart

But what if you have a mikuni slide type carburetor where the little nub on the end will not fit through the housing to slide it out and feed back in? Thanks.

Got a honda GC160 works great

bro i need a help i want to know how to paint a fibreglass​ sample plz tell this in ur next video its urgent

At what max. Speed can this engine accelerate the März?

can you do a video on go kart ratios

Nice :D

Great videos man loves your channel ! Me and my buddy just started a channel hopefully one day we can get up there at your level lol.

@KartFab

8 жыл бұрын

im just some dude on youtube, so you can already be at that level haha

@redneckengineering7739

8 жыл бұрын

+KartFab well I mean the level of your channel .

@KartFab

8 жыл бұрын

Just wait until next weekend. I finished editing this race video that just blows it out of the water man.

@redneckengineering7739

8 жыл бұрын

+KartFab can't wait !! We just ordered the parts to build our first trike on camera

Nice vid, my question is where do you get the nut stop that's on the throttle arm, I can't find one anywhere, thanks

@KartFab

7 жыл бұрын

go open up the users manual for the engine (if you dont have it, go to harborfreights website) and it will have a parts breakdown, you can order them by part number or from harbor freight directly.

What can I do for the throttle as I will be using a bike engine which I dont think has that part

Does the Governor control the throttle on idle? Because my black throttle arm on carb isn't in the fully closed position, it's a brand new Tillotson I never started it yet.

Nice

Where do I get a go cart frame like this in the video

Could you possibly make a video about the return spring

@KartFab

7 жыл бұрын

+Jordan Smith I did, check out the go kart assembly video I have.

@minibikemaster5992

7 жыл бұрын

thanks

My cable has the ball on one end and bare wire at the other. Do I put the ball end into that pedal hole and bypass the screw entirely, or do I put the ball end in the engine and then wrap the bare end around the screw? I’m new to this and I just finished sandblasting and painting the frame for my Manco Critter and it’s starting to go back together.

@KartFab

4 жыл бұрын

Ball is typically for twist grip

does go power sports give delivery to india??

What did you use for the bracket that holds the throttle cable housing in place? My dad and I are building a go kart and can’t find anything that works.

@KartFab

4 жыл бұрын

Use the link in description for link

My name is Javier. Thank you, for shearing your wisdom. You have a very special gift.

Hi KartFab, say can you give me that throttle linkage kit part number. I really like that setup. Does it include that spring for the peddle return? Thanks

@KartFab

8 жыл бұрын

+Don Raabe just click on my article link in the description, it has the links for the cable, return spring, and gas pedal. If you go to the brake section after reading the article it will link to the brake pedal return spring, and brake pedal. Its the first link in the description.

This is exactly it

The brand of the Go kart is Yerf- Dog 3002. The man that I bought it from had the kart in the weather for years. Can you tell me what kit of hardware I should buy from you web-site that will work with this Kart?

@KartFab

8 жыл бұрын

+amy espinosa hmm... I would start by looking in the user's manual and searching on google by the part numbers www.bmikarts.com/pdf/3002_b.pdf

What size of bolts do u use

I am planning on making one of my own using 20" steel rods as the frame and 30" as the axle. I was wondering if making a box for gear and slots for multiple speeds and the throttle cable going to the back of the engine, I still don't what I'm gonna do for brakes but I got other things sorted. The downside is that I don't have pedal acceleration just a gear stick :) Do you like my idea! It's gonna be single seated so it's more aerodynamic and my brother ain't gonna get a joyride with meh lol

@butterstik9236

7 жыл бұрын

Also do you have any ideas I could use for brakes? I'm on a budget so I'm not gonna spend like a hundred dollars on brake pads or anything.

@KartFab

7 жыл бұрын

+Subscribe 4 Nothing that's not going to work. You can look into buying an old lawn tractor and fixing it up.

@butterstik9236

7 жыл бұрын

I've planned it out in notes according to my calculations it should work.

@KartFab

7 жыл бұрын

Hows that working out for you now?

Hi I hope you really reply I could use some info im planing to use a 212cc predator do you happens to know how much space id need to weld like a foot by a foot as an right angle or is that too much or too little?

@KartFab

7 жыл бұрын

+LOLitzDanny I have no idea what you are talking about. Please explain in complete sentences.

@Dannymclovin

7 жыл бұрын

***** my question was , can you tell me what the measurements for the mounting section of the 212 engine are like where the bolts go? thank you

@KartFab

7 жыл бұрын

Oh ok now that makes sense. The bolt mounting pattern is found in the users manual, just get on harborfreight.com and select the engine section, look for 212cc and then the manual is right there to look at as a pdf.

@Dannymclovin

7 жыл бұрын

***** thank u so much

what is the retainer like screw called beside the wire stop screw? i cant find it on amazon /ebay, my 212cc engine does not have it. I tried to put retainer screw but no results, pls reply thanks!

@KartFab

3 жыл бұрын

Look up a parts diagram

Hey uh I think the link to the pedals expired could someone tell me what they are or provide a link?

Does the car kit bundle get delivered to the uk ?!?!

@KartFab

6 жыл бұрын

you can try checking out with the kit to estimate shipping. If it will go through, then yes. If it stops you, it wont. Some places out of the USA dont let you ship engines, so that might hang it up if you get the engine added.

I purchased your plans and built the standard live axle go kart. I replaced the centrifugal clutch with a 30 series torque converter. The wheels seem to spin fine when the kart is raised on jack stands but when I try to ride it, it doesn't seem to be getting enough torque to the wheels to get going. I am using the 60T axle sprocket with the 10T converter sprocket. The tires/wheels(145/80-6) and sprocket are keyed into the axle and I am using locking collars. Any ideas? Thanks

@KartFab

6 жыл бұрын

What about your engine?

@jaschatz1

6 жыл бұрын

6.5hp predator

@KartFab

6 жыл бұрын

Did you loosen the friction nut on the throttle linkage and the throttle stop bolt? Does your throttle lever extend all the way when you depress the gas pedal?

@KartFab

6 жыл бұрын

Choke off, gas on?

@jaschatz1

6 жыл бұрын

choke off, gas on and the throttle lever has full travel. The engine runs fine, feels like a problem transmitting power to the axle

I really need to fix my go kart

What measures Hoye

Can you or do u have a carb to pedal direct method I have an internal carb slider connection.

@KartFab

Ай бұрын

You just need a different throttle cable

I need help please reply I have 212cc predator engine but I can't find a clutch or nothing I have the pure engine

@KartFab

7 жыл бұрын

google is your friend, or just click here amzn.to/2rdVbZz or here amzn.to/2qqxhJM

Looking for the throttle cable sup up like this one ...

@KartFab

4 жыл бұрын

Check link in description

Where did u get the gas and brake pedals with the cables

@KartFab

7 жыл бұрын

+T,J, Whiting link to article in description or kit. You can select just the pedals from the kit link.

so my engine "7hp duromax" has a turtle mode and a rabbit mode plus the throttle. there arent things like this to attach my cable to. any tips?

@KartFab

8 жыл бұрын

+Jonathan the lever that you move between turtle and rabbit should have holes for these things. Check your users manual for "remote throttle" setup.

@1theheightofparadise

8 жыл бұрын

there was a hole i noticed that had a screw but i thought it wasnt for this purpose ill check the manual. thanks for the reply!

I mean, that's cool and all! Why am I getting levers with missing parts? I would also like to connect a throttle cable

Can you use a throttle cable as a braking cable too? Or is it too different cables.

@KartFab

8 жыл бұрын

+Terrika Principato it's not very safe to use a thin throttle cable to brake, because it can break. Ba dum tiss.

@terrikachyna2

8 жыл бұрын

+KartFab oh alright thanks

Hey kartfab, when i installed my throttle cable and tested it it was way to hard to press it, i accidently put to much force on it and it snapped. any ideas of why this happened? also i am not using the kit you provide.

@KartFab

8 жыл бұрын

I'd start with the throttle arm on the engine. Can you move the lever on its own? There is a friction nut that needs to be loosened. After pulling the lever by hand it should return automatically. Next I'd make sure the go kart throttle cable can move freely within the housing. Once you have all that straightened out, move to the pedal. You might need to buy a decent cable. The cables I use on all my karts are the Manco style and are the best type to use IMO.

@squarebodyseth5986

8 жыл бұрын

***** I can move the throttle arm on the engine. and i can move the cable through the housing. I guess i can try a new cable

@KartFab

8 жыл бұрын

Just make sure there is some type of pedal stop on it. You might have just pushed the pedal too far.

@squarebodyseth5986

8 жыл бұрын

***** But i cant push it at all xD

what if we want to use manuel engine how to set up clutch pedal ?

@KartFab

Ай бұрын

Very carefully

what engine you have used and where can I find this...

@KartFab

7 жыл бұрын

link in description

It makes how many kilometers for 1 liter of gasoline? (Miles)

@KartFab

7 жыл бұрын

+Irmãos Batera it depends on a number of factors.

Is the linkage the same for a 420cc predator?

@KartFab

7 жыл бұрын

yeah

What return spring do you use, I can't find any information about it

@KartFab

Ай бұрын

Check out kartfab.com and click around for the go kart kit. It has a detailed description of parts

Tnx a Lot

@allenglancy1576

8 жыл бұрын

What Is The Name Of the Cable That U Use in The Steering ?

@KartFab

8 жыл бұрын

+Allen Glancy check the link in the description for the name

@allenglancy1576

8 жыл бұрын

+KartFab ooh Tnx A lot......i m sure to make one with ur help!

Do you use a stick welder?

@KartFab

7 жыл бұрын

I used to, sold it though.

Got it thanks... Is that company pretty decent to deal with

@KartFab

8 жыл бұрын

+Don Raabe yeah, the pedals they make are proprietary and aren't some cheaply made parts. Same with the throttle cable. Its all heavy duty, quality stuff that will last for years and years.

I followed all your steps to a T and my gas pedal still isnt moving the lever.. would that be becuause a spring ?

@KartFab

6 жыл бұрын

Can you move the lever by hand? The friction but might be tight

@g8ingaround272

6 жыл бұрын

KartFab yes. Everything on thr engine moves freely. The cable is still a bit long would that affect it ? Pushing the gas has no response on the engine.. shorter cable more tension ?

@KartFab

6 жыл бұрын

You don’t need to shorten the cable, just pulll the cable through the hole in the cable stop until it’s tight and tighten that locking screw down

@g8ingaround272

6 жыл бұрын

Ahh ok

Could I do this but with bike brakes ???

@KartFab

7 жыл бұрын

I have used bike brake cables for my go kart throttle cable before. They work, but they dont tend to last as long as the real deal, throttle cables (especially the manco ones) are built with much thicker cable and do tend to last a very very long time.

I feel like those pedals should be reversed, so the arc is "toward the operator". It also stops your foot from hitting the 'side bar' when you stomp it quickly.

plz,,,,,tell the engine name and tyre name ? plz tell me

@KartFab

7 жыл бұрын

Please scroll up to the video description, and click on the free plans page, then you can download the plans there. Once you download the plans, you will notice that they are very detailed and will actually give you the answers you are looking for.

what sizes did you yous?

@KartFab

8 жыл бұрын

+Richi Zaleta what do you mean?

What engine is that

im a big guy and i keep trying to design an off road go kart but everything i keep coming up with just seems to big but then when i try to downsize it i feel like im losing things i want to keep this is harder than it looked

@KartFab

5 жыл бұрын

hmm, the struggle is real haha. im 6'3" and 240 lbs. Its a balancing act for sure.

@Friedrich-Wilhelm-1980

5 жыл бұрын

@@KartFab im also 6'3 but im 425lb but i also want to be able to load about 200lbs of bags for camping as i live in CO and we have tons of public trails that go for hundreds of miles but it seems the smallest i can figure is about 7 long 3-1/2 wide and about 4-1/2 tall on the cage to get all the thing i want and i dont ever plan on going over 35 MPH one thought i was having was 2 inch square tube for the main base frame then 1" square tube inch cage but 2 things i keep coming back to is i dont think a 1" axle will work for supporting the frame me and 200 pounds of kit even if i cut it down to 50 pounds of kit and 2 i have no idea how big of an engine i will need to push all that weight im kinda leaving the realm of go kart and dipping into small buggies i do plane on have 4 bearings in the back to stop the axle from flexing on the sprocket i already have a fresh 18 HP electric start engine do i need to go bigger in your opinion? it not going to be doing anything but pulling me thru trails and up a few hills no ripping or jumping what do you think i can do to cut this down other than the obvious me losing weight i'm already working on that

@KartFab

5 жыл бұрын

@@Friedrich-Wilhelm-1980 be careful with the thickness of the steel, if you go too thick its just dead weight. if its an 18 hp make sure its a legit 18 hp (honda gx610-620 or briggs vanguard v twin) those duromax "18" hp engines are actually somewhere around 13-14 hp. The axle really isnt going to be a big deal, what is a big deal is how far from the bearing support you have the wheels set to. You want the wheels as close to the bearing/support as you can get them. If you dont want to go with a 1" live axle, you can always step it up to a solid 1 1/4" used in race karts. There are different qualities of axles as well. I have had good luck with the asuza flex-pruf axles.

@KartFab

5 жыл бұрын

@@Friedrich-Wilhelm-1980 if you are going industrial 4 stroke at 18 hp the 40 series with the biggest driven unit (iirc its about 8" diameter) will be all you really need and just do the math for gearing. You would probably even be ok to gear it for 40 mph with true 18 hp.

@Friedrich-Wilhelm-1980

5 жыл бұрын

@@KartFab well the 2 inch i was thinking of using is 14g is that overkill? lol and my "18" hp engine is a duro/max looks like ill have to figure something else out ill try the duro/max first since its already unreturnable and ill keep my eyes out for a good deal i mean im ok with low gearing for a year to get my head around it then upgrade it later i mean the whole point of making this it to distract myself from food and hopefully get down to about 280 that said the bearing will be right off the frame and and i plan to have the wheel as close as safely possible im also toying with the idea of using dirt bike wheels because i already have them and they are in good shape OR i have a set of 4 old honda quad rims that would need rubber

did you modify the engine

@KartFab

8 жыл бұрын

No mods. It's 100% stock

What size wrench did you use

@johnwright2334

8 жыл бұрын

For the friction nut

@KartFab

8 жыл бұрын

its 10mm for friction and 10mm for the other one. This is true for honda, clone, and predator engines.

@johnwright2334

8 жыл бұрын

+KartFab thx

how to make the kill switch??

@jaydee3696

4 жыл бұрын

vaishali kankal just find your magneto wires, it’ll be next to the top of the flywheel. Usually it’ll have a break in it with a connector so you can just add your own wire in there and wire it to the dash. Now buy a switch that toggled between connecting the wires and disconnecting the wires

how much dose one of these cost

@KartFab

8 жыл бұрын

The different go kart kits are here www.gopowersports.com/go-kart-kits/#aid=2986

How to add reverse gear function?

@KartFab

5 жыл бұрын

F N R gearbox

@souravbisai9740

5 жыл бұрын

How to assemble the gear box ?....

@KartFab

5 жыл бұрын

@@souravbisai9740 buy and assemble with the provided instructions?

Why does my choke act as an accelerator and it’s a new engine 😩😢

I didn't get a wire stop and a cable holder

@KartFab

7 жыл бұрын

that stuff comes on the engine new (if you are talking about a predator 212cc engine)

@LuxxyHD

7 жыл бұрын

KartFab yeah that is what I thought but it didn't come with that and it was brand new that's weird

Only problem here is I am using a 5.5hp Briggs and scrap iron engine from a rpto tiller and the throttle is all backwards and goofy 🤦‍♂️

The issue for me seems to be that the pedal travel is not enough to pull the cable enough to give the kart enough throttle

@KartFab

Ай бұрын

Out the cable higher up on pedal for more throttle throw

i would like to buy a frame

@Ben-bg2db

5 жыл бұрын

For how much

I am building a cheap one but the throttle cable and pedals are very expensive

@KartFab

7 жыл бұрын

you will be in for a surprise when you find out how much tires, engine, rims, seat, steering wheel, drive wheel, brakes, steel, and paint cost :-)

@AustinGeary

7 жыл бұрын

KartFab learning that now! :(

I went straight to the comments after I saw the welding

hi

where i can buy all these parts and requirements . truely the video is aaaawwwwwwwwwwwwwwsssssoooooommmmmmmmmeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee

@KartFab

5 жыл бұрын

Link in description

ok

which engine is this

@KartFab

Ай бұрын

Predator 212