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I just checked my dealer lists and I have at least 4 dealers that have some version of kart works in their name. The other common one is Extreme.
The KGB is a Parolin kart with SKM components. Jeff and Greg were factory drivers for KGB so we are very familiar with them. Parts are readily available and should not be a problem. WE might not have brake pads in stock but we can easily get them. If the kart is straight, it could be a good deal to see if you like the sport. Check the underside of the frame in the waist area for flat spotting. It is flat more than 1/2″ wide, the frame maybe too far gone.
@RainMan303 wrote:
Are there any particular years to stay away from, or any range to shoot for? Would mid-90’s vintage be too old to consider?
Actually, the stock Honda is a kit engine that Honda parts company puts together for karting.
I has 2000/2001 cases, a ’97 transmission and a 1999 cylinder, head and ignition. Almost all Hondas, built or stock, start with this kit engine.
We will be attending the Rotax Grand Nationals in Wisconsin this year. We have plenty of room in our trailer to take karts, tools and other miscellaneous stuff. Our only charge is to divide up the fuel bill but my truck doesn’t do that bad (around 12-14mpg) pulling a full trailer. Car pooling the bodies or flying would greatly help offset costs if we can get 5 to 10 racers. I can easily carry 12 to 15 karts.
Let me know if you’re up for it.
First, thanks to all who replied. I appreciate it. I am sending in another order tomorrow and that is the last time I can order and assure a racer of tires for the first event. So please, if you anticipate your need for tires, let me know and I will be sure to have them for you.
One reason I’m ordering in small quantities is that I want to have only the freshest tires on hand. Nothing worse that new “old” tires.
Garrick
I can certainly inspect the cylinder and if it is non-compliant, you would get the new cylinder. I could not seal it without a full inspection.
Another day, another up date. The only things I really need off the engine are the ignition coil, carb and radiator. Its easier to leave the carb with the kart than it is to leave it on the engine. Just remove the inlet fuel hose and lay the carb off to the side. The ignition system is two bolts and one disconnect on the back side of the engine. The radiator is two clamps and one bolt.
After a bit of arm twisting by the dealers, Rotax is waiving all fees for applying the dual seal. So both programs are a complete no cost to the racer. The only thing you have to lose is the time necessary to pull the motor and a can of carb cleaner so that we can crack it open.
There is no down side to racer.
Just a reminder, the first race is only 2, count’em two weeks away. I’m placing an order for tires and I want to make sure I have enough, but too much. Please let me know if you need tires and how many.
A quick up date.
Rotax is asking that all engines come in and be inspected as part of the cylinder exchange program. The reason for this recall is that some engines are out of specification on the exhaust port height. If your engine has a defective cylinder, you will receive a new cylinder, piston, ring, piston pin piston bearing and all gaskets. To participate in this cylinder exchange program, you must have the engine inspected by July 31, 2008.
Rotax is suggesting that the customer be charged 1/2 labor for inspection and 1 hour labor if the engine requires a new cylinder. However, I will wave the labor fee provided the customer brings us the engine removed from the kart, cleaned and stripped of all components outside the seal.
If you call ahead, I can most likely do this while you wait.
The second program you need to be aware of is the dual seal program. All Rotax engines now need a second seal on the bottom end. This requirement is for all engines sealed after April 1, 2008. It will also include a new passport. Rotax is developing the protocol now and once I have it, I will have more information. I will have to charge for this service but since I don’t know what all is involved yet, I can’t tell you what it will be. I can tall you that if your engine has the dual seal, every Rotax series in the country MUST honor that seal.
I suggest the following of all Rotax customers. Bring in your engine this week for the cylinder inspection. It won’t cost you anything but your time.
There is an issue with some cylinders. I have a gage to check them and can check them now. However, I’m just waiting for an official procedure from Rotax before I announce that we are ready to go. The good thing is that this check shouldn’t cost the customer anything.
The Italkart is made by SKM and those components are readily available here in this country. WE can get them. Most of our components interchange with Italkart.
@Greg Welch wrote:
…. I felt the need to add one more free seminar to the lineup.
While Greg’s time is free, there will be the cost of test and tune at IMI.
