$40 Rusty Go Kart into Awesome $$$ Kart W/ Harbor Freight Predator

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Tear down and restoring an old rusty go kart frame into a sweet 2 seater kart that my kids are loving!
This is kart #40 that I've either built or restored.
What's next predator upgrades, live axle setup, brakes?
Tools and Supplies I used:
Drill Combo Kit: amzn.to/3P15Txb
Surface conditioning tool: amzn.to/3WXtuki
Angle Grinder: amzn.to/3N30LWH
Wheel Bearings: amzn.to/42zmLhF
Foam: amzn.to/3J5L6EU
Marine Vinyl: amzn.to/3oT9ouV
T- Nuts: amzn.to/3NllFBz
Pneumatic Stapler: amzn.to/3qwjJ0d
Brake Band: amzn.to/3X1DWHe
Clutch and Chain: amzn.to/3CmlAYg
79cc Engine (In case you don't have a HF near by): amzn.to/3J58h2b
Chain Breaker: amzn.to/3NllPZH
Master Link: amzn.to/3P85YPx

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@pyromonkee2510 Год назад

I thought I was watching Project Farm for a second.

@jauken83 8 месяцев назад

Very impressive!

@themexicanjesus3079 7 месяцев назад

I thought I was tripping too 💀

@poleschukenshtooken 4 месяца назад

Until I read this comment, I thought I WAS watching Project Farm!

@danielt619 2 месяца назад

I thought it was backyard scientist for a second.

@EdRogerson 2 месяца назад

yes, me too!

@jbranche8024 Год назад

Had similar kart as kid, a lot of fun. Neighbors asked and we added some orange flag flex poles so cars could easily see us. We would go through a clutch every 2 months.

@-DIYPRO- Год назад

I bet, that's awesome!

@ElijahMiniBikes Год назад

Holy cow! I thought I was watching a project farm video with your voice so similar to his.

@dangdame 4 месяца назад

My question is how did you get one for $40? Everyone selling their junk for 150+ with no wheels and motor just frame lol

@That_Guyfrfr 3 месяца назад

Fr!

@N8-T 27 дней назад

We had one just like that growing up, old 2 seat Manco! Had the same wheels too!

@jimmywilson1388 Год назад

That turned out nice. I bet the kids love it.

@-DIYPRO- Год назад

Thanks, they do.

@greggv8 Год назад

Red, orange, yellow paints need a primer. They're translucent so what they're painted over affects how they look. A dark grey or black primer will make them look darker while a white or light grey will make them brighter. Use a yellow primer under light red paint and you'll give it an orange cast. A quick coat of rattle can primer, any primer, on this and you could have used a lot less red paint, and it would look better.

@-DIYPRO- Год назад

Good point.

@brianbassett4379 Год назад

Is that why you beg so much on RU-vid because you don't have the money to shop anywhere but Harbor Freight?

@-DIYPRO- Год назад

If you mean "beg" in that I have way too many welders and tools from HF then yes, that is true!

@brianbassett4379 Год назад

@@-DIYPRO- People like you always have way too many low-end POS items. They build up when all you do is use them to beg with. I pity you, man. Stop wasting your life begging online.

@larisbj8021 Год назад

What is a good motor option for this? Something that is not to crazy fast for my son.

@-DIYPRO- Год назад

HF predator engines are good. You could always govern it back like I did with this one.

@mpos559 Год назад

Looks a lot like one I had back in the 60’s

@ChanceWagner-c7e Год назад

I have the exact same cart just I need a seat I need like the fame for the seat but can’t find one online

@-DIYPRO- Год назад

You can make one! Steel would be better but you'll have to weld it, wood could maybe work.

@cobi1kenobi 7 месяцев назад

I thought this was project farm for a few seconds

@fortheloveofcake93 Год назад

Your voice sounds like project farm

@Creteboi Год назад

this guy sounds a lot like project farm lol had to do a double take

@Jazzique_visions Год назад

could you make a video about making a gokart frame? cuz im willing to make one where i can put like a shifter engine in it

@-DIYPRO- Год назад

I have plans in a couple months to make another from scratch, probably will do a full video on the frame alone. Stay tuned!

@codykastler4709 7 месяцев назад

How did the side hustle turn out? Are you still restoring them and selling them?

@-DIYPRO- 7 месяцев назад

Great! I did end up selling this one and one to the next one!

@tedbastwock3810 Год назад

I really enjoyed watching your gokart playlist, I learned a bit and had fun watching. Thanks for sharing. Do you have any interest in building off-road vehicles, or have you considered it?

@-DIYPRO- Год назад

Check out the 2024 Kart here: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-yJtuQRhI8jw.htmlsi=Nxv6DTj2p2I4Cflh

@ALMIGHTYGARAGE Год назад

There's one them about hr from me for 50 just main frame tho but I wigo get this week if still available I love mancos I just picked up a Murray and a Ken bar streaker yesterday complete really nice minus engines for 75 each they will be on my channel tomorrow of you want to check it out and I'm building a manco we'll restoring one for my nephew I'm almost done not exactly sure what frame it is I know manco but don't know what model it is I love go karts I make videos of stuff I do small channel but I have tons of stuff that someone like you and me would Die for lol I has many karts choppers quads minibikes alot of projects awesome video man

@ahmondeboxley2950 Год назад

I have and old frame that I could use help with getting it back running again are you located in the south

@KE5ZZO Год назад

05:30. Leave raw wood exposed. It gonna rot out faster…. Try coat of anything paint. Stain. Then cut piece of same vinyl to cover back / bottom of seat and staple that

@-DIYPRO- Год назад

Totally agree, I've actually already painted the back!

@gardenfork Год назад

Wow what fun. Did not realize there were old frames for sale 😊 Eric.

@-DIYPRO- Год назад

Yes indeed! Thanks!

@kingsunited3013 Год назад

Do you go to jimmy drestas go kart meets

@mintberry6014 6 месяцев назад

Anyone know who manufactures the frame? I have the exact same one. Pretty much doin the same resto with my 7 year old. Great first fixer upper project.

@ricgomez1 Год назад

Whats the top speed on this 6.5

@SOLDOZER Год назад

75 miles per hour.

@ChanceWagner-c7e Год назад

I have the exact same cart just I need a seat I need like the fame for the seat but can’t find one online

@-DIYPRO- Год назад

You can make one! Steel would be better but you'll have to weld it, wood could maybe work.

@restalva 11 месяцев назад

what is its actual name ?

@restalva 11 месяцев назад

can this kart still be purchased today ? can it handle a 250 pound man ? its a really cool low kart . the small wheels are great for giving that go kart feeling .

@SLO-Ride Год назад

Why not add some angle iron to the bottom or sides of the frame, to take out most flexing, or bending to keep it from bottoming out?

@-DIYPRO- Год назад

With just the kids, it's plenty stiff enough. If bigger kids were to be on it I'd definitely think of making it stronger.

@MechaniclifeJDM Год назад

Too rigid would become uncomfortable and darty in the handling department

@jordanbabcock9349 Год назад

@@-DIYPRO-you opened the video talking about either selling for $500 or keeping if the kids insisted ...

@bubbles4314 Год назад

please help me!!! I've been trying to figure out how to properly connect the acceleration part to the engine. and I need help on adding a kill switch which I don't know how to put it on

@-DIYPRO- Год назад

Does this help: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-tymDZ0kYxrI.html

@SOUNDINTHECITY Год назад

Great video man. I’m always thinking about making a go kart, or buying one… just gonna live the experience through your videos for the moment.

@co_rust Год назад

ive been trying to get a go cart for 5 years but noone whoud hire a kid under age my parents whoudnt get me one

@Niobium23 Год назад

Is there a way I can reach out to you to purchase or commission a kart build?

@-DIYPRO- Год назад

I just do it for fun and for the kids. I don't want the hobby to turn into a job! What part of the country you in?

@schreez5730 Год назад

would i be able to somewhat easily convert a pressure washer engine to a usable kart engine?

@-DIYPRO- Год назад

Yes, if it's a horizontal shaft. Those are great for go karts!

@donavanklingardt3337 Год назад

Can u please make a limozine go-kart

@MatthewKohler-cj5hy 7 месяцев назад

was 79cc large anough, and where did you get it from and how much was it? I was going to find one too build and put a 212cc on it, is that overkill?

@SOLDOZER Год назад

This is like my dream gokart they sold at Sears in the 80's.

@meredithholman4047 Год назад

So you're telling me the school stapler won't go through fabric 🤣

@-DIYPRO- Год назад

Only if you add Elmer's school glue with it!

@mikedavis6566 Год назад

I suppose, if you wanted to do a 'quicky' job to maximize your money to time spent, this works.... Couple of hints for those who want to do this right. 1) The frame should have been stripped. All the rust you covered over will cause the new paint to peel off. 2) Use a good primer for adhesion of the paint. 3) Always replace the bearings, I could see the front bearings you put back on were shot. 4) Sand and repaint the rims. This gives the entire kart a new look. 5) Always use locking nuts on the axle, spindle and steering arms or drill and cotter key them. Kids will be ridding these things. 6) You don't believe in greasing anything, do you? 7) Do not use OSB for seats. Karts are usually left outside, or driven in wet conditions. The bottom of the frame is open and OSB disintegrates when it gets wet repeatedly.

@Jeremy-kg1zr Год назад

Yeah, this was certainly a half-assing it sort of job. It kinda hurt to see him just slapping parts back on it without doing quality work, and when he was just spraying paint over parts that were two separate parts which he didn't bother unbolting/cleaning before painting. The quicky job to maximize profit is the part that actually hurts if he did sell this. If you wanna half ass your own thing, whatever, it's yours. But if you're selling a thing, assuming doing so morally, you should be doing quality work, not just making something "look good" at first glance. Someone buying something like this for their kids might well just be trying to get something fun for the kids and probably wouldn't realize it was actually a rusty pile with a half-ass restoration. Hopefully the poor seat reupholstery would be a giveaway at least. Essentially if you don't explain and disclose the situation fully to the buyer, you're just trying to pull one over on the buyer to make money at their expense. Cringe.

@zeepro_tv Год назад

You sound EXACTLY like Project Farm.

@scottrothe5947 9 месяцев назад

Addressing the paint. Paint needs a surface prep so it has the correct base to stick to. That is where primer comes in. If paint is put directly on metal without primer it wil eventually peal off. Going the extra short distance to prep the metal surface correctly will pay big dividends down the road. Just do it right. The hard part is getting the rust off. It's easy to spray primer then paint! Do it right!

@davidkopec9442 3 месяца назад

A lot of the new rattle paints have the 2X primer built in. He did rough up the surface where would get decent adhesion, i think. Its a Go Kart not a vintage car.

@josefrausto9870 2 месяца назад

just bought a go cart with a brand new 212 predator motor when I start go cart it takes off with me not even pushing the gas what can I do to fix this to make it safe for my kids

@-DIYPRO- 2 месяца назад

The throttle linkage will need to be adjusted or add a small spring to pull the throttle back so it's closed when the pedal is not being pushed.

@TimWelds Год назад

Nice work, Jeff!!!

@-DIYPRO- Год назад

Thanks Tim!

@MachSpeed767 5 месяцев назад

Pro tip……when stapling, turn your gun so that the staples go in parallel to your seat edge. Much greater holding strength than what you did in this video. Plus it looks cleaner when done correctly.

@user-wm2ho2lv6t Год назад

Can u put the throttle cable kit link

@-DIYPRO- Год назад

This is for the 79CC www.gopowersports.com/throttle-kit-79cc-predator-engine/?campaignid=15940148387&adgroupid=&adid=&gclid=Cj0KCQjwldKmBhCCARIsAP-0rfz9yVotmjvBJo4-hg9Dv6IDqAiylVECieimtm8dr8W_0xioGpekQS8aAiXREALw_wcB

@Dr-Gancho Месяц назад

Great video and thanks for the links in the description. One question though, where did you get your throttle cable kit and where can I get some affordable tires that cause the go cart to sit up a little higher for gravel and grass use? Thanks for the help!

@-DIYPRO- Месяц назад

For 212's I used these: amzn.to/4cL7Fuk For the 79cc's I get them from go power sports: www.gopowersports.com/throttle-kit-79cc-predator-engine/?campaignid=15361704457&adgroupid=&adid=&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjwlbu2BhA3EiwA3yXyu2Xao0wds7ty2ouW4BYPYmmDFvl0dGBdEqcy_eRIFrnqJg5SyaJyqRoCn94QAvD_BwE

@Kevin-h3i5o Год назад

I restored the same go kart , but need to replace the front wheels . Where and what do you suggest?

@-DIYPRO- Год назад

BMI Karts, Amazon, Ebay!

@thomaslutz4528 Месяц назад

My father in law has had one laying around for years. This video just gave me the urge to call him and he said I could restore it for the kiddos. Thanks!!

@-DIYPRO- Месяц назад

Right on, let us know how it turns out!

@Gunther-du4tb 4 месяца назад

My chain keeps falling off, i have the sprockets all lined up and my chain not too list do you have any idea why it keeps coming off?

@markgonzalez4070 Год назад

Where did you get the throttle bracket? Great video

@-DIYPRO- Год назад

Go power sports

@robd9026 Год назад

Have you ever heard of a wireless remote shut off switch for a go-kart? Thinking that might be good for gas, powered carts and younger kids?

@-DIYPRO- Год назад

Nope, but sounds cool!

@NoDiddy-e7g Месяц назад

I had one manco gokart It was actually the gokart that got me my first car when I was 14 but yeah my seat had a lever under it so u could scoot it back

@-DIYPRO- Месяц назад

Right on!

@nopehope7600 Год назад

Would there be a way to convert a cart like that to a 1 person?

@-DIYPRO- Год назад

Sure, switch the seat out to a bucket seat and you are set!

@danielnunez3518 Год назад

0:53 I didn’t believe this a year ago. 1.5” Mild steel tubing is like 11 bucks a foot here

@-DIYPRO- Год назад

Another reason why it's expensive to make an entire frame from scratch!

@CarrotDugTooDeep Год назад

I have the exact same go-kart! It is a Fox. I restored it years ago, but it has been in my garage, sitting for last 10 years or so. Probably time to get it out and restore it again...lol Thanks for the upload!

@-DIYPRO- Год назад

Right on! Go for it!

@restalva 11 месяцев назад

can this kart be found , id like to buy it . i like the frame , it looks like it should give good handling . is it called a fox ? or is that a name you gave it ?

@CarrotDugTooDeep 11 месяцев назад

The manufacturers name on it was Fox. It was on the steering wheel hub with a Fox logo. I still have mine in the garage.

@awesomo9k Год назад

I love when people cover up rust with a shit rattle-can job and sell it off! Super ethical!

@FredaJolly-w7m Год назад

Can you send me a off that same engine off that

@davecass9486 2 месяца назад

no grease on the wheel shafts then !! made me turn off, extra two minutes of care.

@-DIYPRO- Месяц назад

Which wheel shafts? All the bearings are cheap lube for life bearings. Shouldn't need any grease on the shaft itself.

@dashburst0527 4 месяца назад

how big of an engine do you need to go +20 miles?

@BRIGGSMASTER63 Месяц назад

In my area rolling chassis are upwards of $250 and if you happen to find a running overseas unit they want a ridiculous amount of money for them. I'm glad you can still find decent frames to work on. Keep up the good work!

@-DIYPRO- Месяц назад

Thanks man!

@kaptunkordan6656 Год назад

you need a sand blaster

@hypervoidZ Год назад

What is the GK called?

@-DIYPRO- Год назад

It was an old Manco

@LitoSrt 2 месяца назад

great job man! looks awesome. I have a build of a tiger kart, it was filled with junky weald, cracks, holes and it is currently still being built up. i saw a video of yours when i wasn’t signed in on youtube and you’ve inspired me to build one my own. It is almost finished ✔️

@-DIYPRO- 2 месяца назад

Right on, I like hearing stories like that! FYI this weekend I'll be posting another kart build similar to this one but with a live axle!

@sqnhunterx 7 месяцев назад

I would have sandblasted the frame...lol!

@-DIYPRO- 7 месяцев назад

If there is one that I know for sure I'm going to keep I definitely would sandblast.

@chardelraconner7324 Год назад

see you said ew in another way

@ブロキーさん Год назад

your voice really sounds like tronicsfix on youtube! style and everything

@-DIYPRO- Год назад

Looks like I need to do some tech repair!

@ブロキーさん Год назад

@@-DIYPRO- YES! XD

@johnkaspar462 3 месяца назад

I had some slop in the chain so I shimmed up the motor with some washers. It worked great for about 5 minutes. Then the same amount of slack was back in the chain. I’m guessing the problem is in the centrifugal clutch. Any suggestions ?

@-DIYPRO- 3 месяца назад

Was it a new chain? New chains need to "break in". I've had to tighten up new chains a couple times before to get them right. If it's an old chain then are you eating into the sprocket? It's typically not the clutch unless that is old as well.

@johnkaspar462 3 месяца назад

@@-DIYPRO- just discovered it has a bent axle. Am going to upgrade to a live axle eventually. Thanks anyway

@-DIYPRO- 3 месяца назад

@@johnkaspar462 Right on! I am actually right in the middle of doing just that on another kart rebuild. Video should be out in about a week!

@johnkaspar462 3 месяца назад

@@-DIYPRO- 👍🏻

@Bigdaddy-Donkyking 8 месяцев назад

A trick on that foam if you set something very heavy it will press down give a more detailed look

@-DIYPRO- 8 месяцев назад

Great tip, thanks!

@EdRogerson 2 месяца назад

Problem is, where can you ride it? Everywhere you go to ride, you are chased off the property

@-DIYPRO- Месяц назад

I'm lucky and have cool neighbors that don't care. Definitely need a large property or no Karens.

@thomasd9237 Месяц назад

Buy a property and set up a community cart track ☺️

@Goy-wc8od 29 дней назад

If u can't ride ur cart in ur neighborhood u live in the wrong neighborhood.

@bijansalehi65 2 месяца назад

Great video! I'm refurbing a go cart for my son's birthday right now. Have you found a way to keep the exhaust fairly quiet? We live in a neighborhood, don't want to tick off the neighbors! Engine is a Honda GC160. Hoping it's relatively quiet in stock form.

@Rudimentary007 Год назад

Hot damn too cool.💪👍🇺🇸

@gwinndontrell 23 дня назад

What color silver did you use for the Gas and brake pedal?

@nighthawkj30A4 Год назад

Old Manco Gokart maybe 305 model? Anyways ive Had my 1998 Manco Products INC Terminator since then. Still start it up once in awhile. Its my channel.

@jjmonty8090 Год назад

I keep waiting for him to say, “And we’re gonna test that”…

@-DIYPRO- Год назад

PF reference? I'll take it!

@jjmonty8090 Год назад

@@-DIYPRO- 🤣 Yes sir!

@Spiritof_76 Год назад

$500? Tear down and "restoring"? No-primer paint job on top of wire-wheel burnished metal that should have been sanded and the wrinkled-ass upholstery; it was all rushed. Take a little pride in your product.

@ElijahMiniBikes Год назад

It’s a go kart dude. it’s not a car.

@Spiritof_76 Год назад

@@ElijahMiniBikes It could be an electric frying pan or a tricycle, any job worth doing is worth doing well the first time.

@SOLDOZER Год назад

Its a gokart for the kids to ride. Not going to Barrett-Jackson auto auction.

@Spiritof_76 Год назад

@@SOLDOZER Quality workmanship lasts and only takes a little longer.

@thorfinsky1427 10 месяцев назад

Dude....he just sped up the video.

@thomasd9237 Месяц назад

Looks like fun 👍👍

@Fewcobra-lt2zv 5 месяцев назад

We’re do you find the cheapest carts

@-DIYPRO- 5 месяцев назад

My local classified ads for sure. Awesome deals come up all the time but you have to be fast and jump on it right away.

@TyLuttmann Год назад

an electric one of these would be so fun

@-DIYPRO- Год назад

Maybe on the next build!!

@Motor_Enthusiastic 5 месяцев назад

Was the on off switch bar mounted on the go kart or u made it urself pls answer ❤

@-DIYPRO- 5 месяцев назад

This one came with one but I have used these in the past: amzn.to/3Q4atKL

@Motor_Enthusiastic 5 месяцев назад

@@-DIYPRO- I’m talking about did you make the Bar under see the Steering wheel where u mounted the switch ?

@-DIYPRO- 5 месяцев назад

@@Motor_Enthusiastic that's why you always read twice! You clearly said bar in the first comment. It came with it. Ones that don't have them I've put them on any of the flat bars like up under the seat and even on the floor pan.

@jordanbabcock9349 Год назад

First time here.. crescent wrench backing up an impact... aaaaand goodbye!!!

@craftymulligar 7 месяцев назад

It would be nice to see adult size for 6 foot people. Guess thats what cars are for. Illegal probably anyhow on public roads.

@Motor_Enthusiastic 5 месяцев назад

I have a question I really want a answer to I wanted a link to the key nut for the wood I am rebuilding the seat and I want to have a link for a bolt and I wanted to know ow how to fit the seat on the mount on the mango dingo black fox ist pls help 🙏🙏

@erikostmark3327 2 месяца назад

Pro tip for foam go get a dry wall shaver and use that it will help to get that smooth edges

@-DIYPRO- Месяц назад

Right on, thanks!

@ArnaldRimmer 16 дней назад

Hi, YES this is also what id luv to do this as a job! take care mate and have a great day!

@anthony1113 4 месяца назад

Wait wait I know this voice….Project Farm????

@sierraandnick Год назад

i do this monthly 🗣️ a lot of money out here with people selling things like this for cheap

@eg9549 7 месяцев назад

For the Back of the seat get a thin shit of wood and wrap it in leather and then staple the thin piece of wood to the back of the seat to give it a cleaner look

@danuvip Год назад

is it difficult to build a gearbox on it? asking for a friend of mine oc ;)

@rja8441 6 месяцев назад

How many staples in the seat 😂

@-DIYPRO- 5 месяцев назад

I should have added one more!

@timgoodliffe 9 месяцев назад

they want 4-500 minimum for just a frame here in my state, insanity

@Rondawwg Год назад

Great job!!

@hipstergrandma228 11 месяцев назад

So is it better to buy a go kart or to make one i live in europe croatia and its pretty hard to get a go kart here bcs nobody ships to here maybe u know some sites if u do that would help a lot. I was planing next summer to make one with my friends but the parts and the shipping would make it litterally impossible

@serialistic4321 11 месяцев назад

Are you related to project farm or something? Lol

@RahMug 2 месяца назад

I need help with the breaks

@-DIYPRO- Месяц назад

What's up?

@radrcer Год назад

Used to be black&white go cart catalogs you could order by mail for a couple dollars back in the 80s. I think Manco was the main builder

@adaminyoutube1448 Год назад

how it go ?

@jasonjackson329 4 месяца назад

Dam its project farms RU-vid brother

@jackjones2156 11 месяцев назад

You sound a lot like ProjectFarm ngl

@GeneEge-k8u 10 месяцев назад

Did you remove the governor from the 79cc engine ?

@bobbyh.7261 2 месяца назад

Can you explain the brake system

@bigbrainalien 14 дней назад

were did you buy the original kart

@bankstonmills 11 месяцев назад

Very cool man !!! Fun fact, you can’t be pissed off and riding a go-kart at the same time !

@chrisk6056 2 месяца назад

Great video man !

@-DIYPRO- Месяц назад

Right on!

@jaywill530 8 месяцев назад

We had two of those Manco Red Fox karts. We ran those things for 15 years, with original engine (good regular oil changes on the stock Briggs flathead engines) and they never let us down. We organized races with friends and family and set up cones in a large parking lot to race them. We'd cookout, listen NASCAR on the radio and run them all day swapping drivers so everyone got a chance. They just kept on running...we went through a LOT !! of tires, but the frame and engines never quit. I'd guess they had at least 2000 hours on them each. I sold them in perfect working condition.