Build new/Used Kart?

[G.Rossman]

With winter fast approaching and a tight budget I have started to consider buying a frame and build it as I go. Is there any manual or literature that would help with this and if I bought a new chassis who would be good to look at for that?

 

[flattop1]

trying to piece one together is going to cost you more.
with winter and the season coming to a close there will be chassis for sale at reasonable prices.
Brian Carlson is only 38 miles west of you on 70 he can fix you up.

 

[jack burroughs]

I'd look for a used rolling Kart, there are plenty of good deals, just need to ask around, at tracks, Kartshops, etc.

 

[KKania17]

I built a bare frame up, cost me $1800 in parts.... Could have bought the same kart new for $2200

 

[jack burroughs]

We run an '05 Shadow, and an '07 Buller Velocity, reasonably successfully.

 

[G.Rossman]

I kind of figured that would be the case, at least start with a rolling solid chassis. I have seen a few around for $500-$800 range.
I will keep my eyes open.

 

[CarlsonMotorsports]

Thanks for the referral, flattop!

I've got no used rollers in the shop right now, Phil, but keep us in mind -- stuff comes and goes pretty regularly.
I've got plenty of new and used engines, clutches, wheels & tires, parts, etc if you need.



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Thanks and God bless,
Brian Carlson
Carlson Racing Engines
Vector Cutz
www.CarlsonMotorsports.com
26 years of service to the karting industry
765-339-4407
bcarlson@CarlsonMotorsports.com

 

[G.Rossman]

Thanks for the referral, flattop!

I've got no used rollers in the shop right now, Phil, but keep us in mind -- stuff comes and goes pretty regularly.
I've got plenty of new and used engines, clutches, wheels & tires, parts, etc if you need.



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Thanks and God bless,
Brian Carlson
Carlson Racing Engines
Vector Cutz
www.CarlsonMotorsports.com
26 years of service to the karting industry
765-339-4407
bcarlson@CarlsonMotorsports.com

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