Christmas came a bit early for Brian this year.
A
friend of a friend had this go kart stored in
their
garage for a few years. Something about the
kart
not running, engine valves bad. We talked about
it,
and figured that one engine could be parted
out
to get the other one running.
Brian offered $100 for the kart, and we didn't hear from the
guy, until this week. He said he would take $150 for it. Deal!
Uncle Mark has a ride here. We towed it home, and
did
all the oil/gas/spark plugs stuff. The supposed
valve
problem turned out to be a clutch bearing
that
needed some grease. Both engines work fine!
The kart has lots of power. We are talking spinning
donuts
and smoking tires in the parking lot kind of
power,
two 5 hp Briggs & Stratton motors.
This picture shows the kart with new wheels and tires.
This
adds ground clearance and better top speed.
The whole thing is in good condition, never been
beat
up like karts usually are. Some new tires for
the
back, and it will be ready for the snow and trails.