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

[@pyromonkee2510]

I thought I was watching Project Farm for a second.

[@jauken83]

Very impressive!

[@themexicanjesus3079]

I thought I was tripping too 💀

[@poleschukenshtooken]

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

[@danielt619]

I thought it was backyard scientist for a second.

[@EdRogerson]

yes, me too!

[@jbranche8024]

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-]

I bet, that's awesome!

[@thomaslutz4528]

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-]

Right on, let us know how it turns out!

[@jaywill530]

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.

[@jimmywilson1388]

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

[@-DIYPRO-]

Thanks, they do.

[@ElijahMiniBikes]

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

[@SOLDOZER]

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

[@KE5ZZO]

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-]

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

[@CarrotDugTooDeep]

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-]

Right on! Go for it!

[@restalva]

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]

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.

[@BRIGGSMASTER63]

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-]

Thanks man!

[@scottrothe5947]

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]

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.

[@ブロキーさん]

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

[@-DIYPRO-]

Looks like I need to do some tech repair!

[@ブロキーさん]

@@-DIYPRO- YES! XD

[@freemanhall8235]

Hello, I have the exact same Manco Kart that I'm currently working on now. I have a question that I hope can get answered, at 0:21 seconds in it shows your brake line with a spring connecting and what I imagine is used to take some of the tension off as opposed to just having the two hooked ends of the rods? What size spring is that measurement wise. Awesome video and thanks for the learning experience!

[@Kevin-h3i5o]

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

[@-DIYPRO-]

BMI Karts, Amazon, Ebay!

[@SLO-Ride]

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-]

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]

Too rigid would become uncomfortable and darty in the handling department

[@jordanbabcock9349]

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

[@bankstonmills]

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

[@SOUNDINTHECITY]

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]

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

[@DonquaviusQuangleDangle]

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-]

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!

[@butters18104]

Had that exact kart as my first yard kart. Broke it so many times but always easy to fix

[@johnkaspar462]

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-]

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]

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

[@-DIYPRO-]

@@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]

@@-DIYPRO- 👍🏻

[@Dr-Gancho]

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-]

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

[@larisbj8021]

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

[@-DIYPRO-]

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

[@TimWelds]

Nice work, Jeff!!!

[@-DIYPRO-]

Thanks Tim!

[@erikostmark3327]

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

[@-DIYPRO-]

Right on, thanks!

[@MachSpeed767]

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.

[@mikedavis6566]

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]

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.

[@ArnaldRimmer]

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

[@thomasd9237]

Looks like fun 👍👍

[@robd9026]

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-]

Nope, but sounds cool!

[@greggv8]

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-]

Good point.

[@codykastler4709]

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

[@-DIYPRO-]

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

[@TyLuttmann]

an electric one of these would be so fun

[@-DIYPRO-]

Maybe on the next build!!

[@bubbles4314]

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-]

Does this help: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qqrQdY1moL6rqKs

[@bijansalehi65]

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.

[@mintberry6014]

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.

[@Joseph_Headen]

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

[@-DIYPRO-]

Great tip, thanks!

[@ChanceWagner-c7e]

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-]

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

[@markgonzalez4070]

Where did you get the throttle bracket? Great video

[@-DIYPRO-]

Go power sports

[@N8-T]

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

[@schreez5730]

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

[@-DIYPRO-]

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

[@gwinndontrell]

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

[@restalva]

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 .

[@josefrausto9870]

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-]

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.

[@Nun3zDanny3]

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

[@-DIYPRO-]

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

[@mpos559]

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

[@Rondawwg]

Great job!!

[@robertosgood961]

Fun video. I'm looking to pick up an old one that looks just like this frame for a hundred bucks with non running motor! Is it a Manco frame as one of your commenters believes? Gonna use it on the ice here in NH. Thanks for sharing.

[@chrisk6056]

Great video man !

[@-DIYPRO-]

Right on!

[@nopehope7600]

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

[@-DIYPRO-]

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

[@MatthewKohler-cj5hy]

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?

[@Gunther-du4tb]

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?

[@Motor_Enthusiastic]

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

[@-DIYPRO-]

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

[@Motor_Enthusiastic]

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

[@-DIYPRO-]

@@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.

[@hipstergrandma228]

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

[@t.crouse]

what a cool dad

[@-DIYPRO-]

Thanks!

[@radrcer]

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

[@dashburst0527]

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

[@GeneEge-k8u]

Did you remove the governor from the 79cc engine ?

[@Jazzique_visions]

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-]

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

[@gardenfork]

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

[@-DIYPRO-]

Yes indeed! Thanks!

[@Motor_Enthusiastic]

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 🙏🙏

[@thecornelliusjamesshow852]

Where did you get the apolstery

[@wrigzor]

Just painting right on top of rust, does that last long?

[@tedbastwock3810]

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?

[@Plane12567]

were did you buy the original kart

[@user-wm2ho2lv6t]

Can u put the throttle cable kit link

[@-DIYPRO-]

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

[@zeepro_tv]

You sound EXACTLY like Project Farm.

[@meredithholman4047]

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

[@-DIYPRO-]

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

[@brandonthompson6449]

That mtf going to spin that tire😂 i love it takes ne back to when i had 1

[@Rudimentary007]

Hot damn too cool.💪👍🇺🇸

[@Creteboi]

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

[@hypervoidZ]

What is the GK called?

[@-DIYPRO-]

It was an old Manco

[@ricgomez1]

Whats the top speed on this 6.5

[@SOLDOZER]

75 miles per hour.

[@ZacharyC]

0:50 , you mention that it is not cheaper to build one. Man I wish I had known that before getting knee dip into my build. It would've save me a lot of money to just restore one. Overall great video!

[@randykubick]

everyone should drive go karts as daily drivers

[@bobbyh.7261]

Can you explain the brake system

[@dangdame]

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]

Fr!

[@NoDiddy-e7g]

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-]

Right on!

[@Fewcobra-lt2zv]

We’re do you find the cheapest carts

[@-DIYPRO-]

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.

[@Rob-c1e]

That's an old red fox! We had one growing up

[@jodyblack3494]

Nice Job

[@danuvip]

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

[@adaminyoutube1448]

how it go ?

[@itzspyce]

Where could I get a new rim like they two piece you got ?

[@-DIYPRO-]

They are becoming less and less common but you can find some on ebay and amazon, search "split rim go kart wheels"

[@fortheloveofcake93]

Your voice sounds like project farm

[@blanesikes2459]

Where can I find a go kart like this

[@-DIYPRO-]

I search my local classified ads everyday.

[@cobi1kenobi]

I thought this was project farm for a few seconds

[@dingobabyeats596]

well done. Love the details covered

[@sqnhunterx]

I would have sandblasted the frame...lol!

[@-DIYPRO-]

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

[@awesomo9k]

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

[@Egg-Dude]

One question, is that a live axle or dead axle

[@rja8441]

How many staples in the seat 😂

[@-DIYPRO-]

I should have added one more!

[@nighthawkj30A4]

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.

[@g4engineering173]

Jeff, this Frank from westech days. Just found your channel and subscribed. Hope you are well.

[@-DIYPRO-]

Right on! Thanks old friend!

[@jjmonty8090]

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

[@-DIYPRO-]

PF reference? I'll take it!

[@jjmonty8090]

@@-DIYPRO- 🤣 Yes sir!

[@EdRogerson]

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

[@-DIYPRO-]

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

[@thomasd9237]

Buy a property and set up a community cart track ☺️

[@Goy-wc8od]

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

[@alexrodriguez275]

maximum speed??

[@kingsunited3013]

Do you go to jimmy drestas go kart meets

[@-DIYPRO-]

Check out the 2024 Kart here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/r3vXpoSIna5roNksi=Nxv6DTj2p2I4Cflh

[@ALMIGHTYGARAGE]

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]

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

[@kaptunkordan6656]

you need a sand blaster

[@RahMug]

I need help with the breaks

[@-DIYPRO-]

What's up?