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The register is the lip that the inner diameter of the wheel sits on. If you running a hub without a register, the wheel must rest on the spindle itself – limiting how wide you can go.
Hub without a register:
Hub with a register:
I think we usually use Bridgestone wets, but I think that’s mainly because those are the spec rain tire at one of the national series (or were, or maybe my memory sucks). In any case, the B-stones are good rain tires, and in general MG makes great tires so I’d imagine their rains are quality.
Front wheels – same ones as normal. Rear rain tires are narrower, hence the need for a different wheel (and the special hub/wheel combination for 50mm to allow you to run narrower), but fronts are the same width. Use a stiff wheel (cast aluminum or solid magnesium).
Also, if you normally use 65mm hubs on the front with no register, you’ll want to get a pair of 75mm hubs with the register so that you can run the front end wider.
That’s basically all we do for a rain setup – make the front really wide, and the rear really narrow. For “in between” conditions, we might run a wet setup with slick tires, or a dry setup with rains.
I don’t know what the CSC rules are, but usually the compound is open for rain tires.Also, be sure to bring a tolerance for cold when racing in the rain…
@Rick Schmidt wrote:
You slackers!!!
We’re not slackers. We’re testing new products and chassis. This is serious work, dammit.
@303GLENN wrote:
Yeah sorry about that I meant width. Is that to the inside or the outside of the tire?
Outside of tire to outside of tire.
Helpful hint: when measuring rear track width, stick the tape measure through the middle of your hollow axle rather than measuring from the outside. It’s easier to get an accurate measurement, and your exhaust pipe/chain guard/sprocket/etc. won’t be in the way.Nice story Ken.
My high school was once evacuated because somebody left their lunch (in a paper bag) sitting unattended on a table in the library. They called in the bomb squad to neutralize the threat posed by the apple and sandwich it contained. I can’t remember if this was pre or post 9/11.
@Brian Robson wrote:
I didnt know there was another one in Golden. But i do know there are some good brews in CO.
Golden City Brewery, on Cheyenne St. between 11th and 12th. Basically a house with some brewing equipment in the shed. But very good.
Sorry for the hijack.@jrcart wrote:
Because I’m starting from scratch, $10K may be a bit out of the price range at the moment. I’m assuming there’s probably some used chassis’ out there for the time being… guess I’ll just peruse the classifieds.
Used stock moto engine packages are somewhat hard to come by since the class is growing. Used ICC or built moto engines can be had pretty cheap… mainly because the class is shrinking due to the maintenance costs of these engines. Used chassis are certainly out there though at decent prices.
Hey JR, here’s short answers to your questions.
@jrcart wrote:
-If I wanted to get into the shifter class, what sort of licensing requirements are there in CO?
There are no licensing requirements for any classes in CO. As far as shifters go, you have two main choices – ICC or stock moto. Between the two, I strongly recommend the stock moto class. The engines are much more reliable, nearly as fast, and the class is growing very quickly. Arguably, the best talent is in the stock moto class as well.
@jrcart wrote:
-Are there specific circuits around the state, or do the tracks just hold their own races?
We basically have two programs. First, most of the tracks have a club series unique to each track (the exception is Bandimere). Then we have the Colorado Sprint Championship (CSC) which travels to 3 of the 5 tracks in Colorado.
@jrcart wrote:
-Pricing-wise, what should I expect in that class, as well as typical entry fees?
You’re looking at around $9500 for a brand new stock moto package, plus your spares, driving gear, etc. I don’t know offhand what the entry fees are, but there was another thread on that topic recently if you look around for it.
@jrcart wrote:
-Where’s the best place to rent karts, ie: start getting the feel back?
IMI, Bandimere, The Track, and Grand Junction all have rentals, so it’s pretty much your call. CRE might have them as well, but I’m not positive.
Hope this is helpful, and please feel free to give us a call at the shop (we are a manufacturer of karts and components) if you have any questions!
Shockwave Karting 303-781-7829@Kart45 wrote:
Doug
Why wouldn’t you want neck braces?
Mike
Driving is more comfortable.
Your ability to look around the track is improved.
Your hearing is less restricted.I’m glad Greg turned me onto it – I never practice with a neck brace anymore.
Absolutely amazing turnout. It was great that Bob was able to make it. Huge props to the entire community for coming out, I even saw people who haven’t been involved in karting in a couple of years!
@ktm3ten wrote:
Would there be any room for someone to come who’s looking to get into karting? I’m just hoping to get started in karting and have been lurking on these boards for quite a while. Sounds like there will be a lot of great items for auction and it’s for an excellent cause. Please reply post and/or PM me and let me know if it would be possible for me to stop by during the event. If it’s a closed function for those who’ve been involved for a while, I can respect that, just thought I’d ask.
Nick
Nick, you will definitely be welcomed at the event! Feel free to come out, this will be a great opportunity to ask questions about karting as well as help a good cause.
