Barn Find V8 Powered Go Cart Sitting for 15 Years! Will it run?!?

A good friend was liquidating her father's estate and let me know that the family was ready to let go of a V8 powered homebuilt go cart that her father built himself 30 plus years ago. So me being the sucker for anything old and cool you know I had to load it up! Let's get it home and see if we can get it to breathe fire for the first time in well over a decade! I think the "Snootch Rocket" is way too much fun to part with at this time so you'll just have to get out there and build your own. As always, thanks for watching!
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[@williamlane9140]

I could see this clearly was meant to be a Herman Munster dragster.....coffin maybe??

[@MortskeRepair]

That's exactly what I thought when I first saw it!

[@burtbacarach5034]

I came here just to make this comment.Dragula?

[@billscruggs5170]

Now that you mention it

[@jonathangehman4005]

It look's like a 1 way ticket to the cemetary already

[@papaxs3]

@@burtbacarach5034 I absolutely love that name! "Dragula" 😆

[@handyhippie6548]

that go buggy is what you get when you mix a bored farm kid, a junk car, a cutting torch, and a welder. frickin' fabulous!

[@MortskeRepair]

Exactly!

[@justinsane7128]

It's a Long Winter for Farmers up north

[@michaelgarcia1854]

This buggy is too awsome to see just once on the channel. Need more of it. Definately a part 2 is in order. Now i want to build one myself.

[@MortskeRepair]

Stay tuned!

[@Random12231]

This thing is awesome. Definitely in for a part 2 on this with some quality of life upgrades. Keep up the great work 👍

[@MortskeRepair]

Thanks! Will do!

[@letgobrandon7605]

Definitely need to bring this one back around. Also seemed like you were in your element and having fun on this one. That's good to see!

[@MortskeRepair]

Will do

[@PuddinsFabShop]

What in the Pott County is going on in ND!

[@MortskeRepair]

You don't worry about what we got goin on up here!

[@WatchWesWork]

All you need is a leather jacket, mohawk, and eye patch and you and Duff will be ready for the next Mad Max movie!

[@MortskeRepair]

Would we have to call it “Mad Duff”?

[@WatchWesWork]

@@MortskeRepair I could loan you a Max.

[@MortskeRepair]

@@WatchWesWork I do have a mouse problem that needs addressing.

[@lawrenceedwards6327]

WOW!! I felt that head knock at 01:17:00 right through the television. Glad you seem to be OK. Love that you show us all the success and all the pain. Great go cart and a blast of a channel!! Thanks for taking us along for the ride!

[@MortskeRepair]

Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@johnw5242]

@@MortskeRepair I find they hurt a lot - but if I'm going to sustain an injury, it might just as well be to a part I don't use too much. :P

[@MortskeRepair]

@@johnw5242 Good idea!

[@grantkoeller8911]

That was such a mullet filled incredible and iconic tribute to the original owner!!!!!!!

[@MortskeRepair]

Glad you enjoyed it GRand!

[@francisrizzo1529]

Seeing this thing makes me think the owner/driver has at least one relative who's last words were "Hey y'all, watch this!"

[@fredfrodesen1740]

Right before he said “Hold my beer.”

[@jamesdamron2065]

Hold my 🍺beer!! Lol

[@kimberlywilliams9757]

Hold my Sammich! 🤣

[@josephhead2748]

Hold my beer, lol.

[@arthurcortright8550]

I thought that was 'here, hold my beer .."

[@nicknackdaddyack]

Great go kart! Definitely a tune up and you can NEVER drive her without the mullet! 😆 also....Doggles for Duff! Keep his eyes safe on those dusty rides!

[@vinces8974]

Doggles, ? Brilliant!!!

[@dwaynejperry]

The mullet was a sight to behold. Lol. I LOVE the go-kart. Some gauges, a few accessories and this thing is the making of a KZbin legend rig!

[@tomclark6656]

Love it mortske!..we need more wacky builds like this...got me laughing this morning brother!....Monday always socks less with a good laugh...thank you...seriously more of this thing it's awesome !

[@dieterlange7581]

AGREED 🇺🇸🍺🍺🍺

[@ashen4962]

Love these kinds of build, fun to watch and extremely funny! love the videos Mortske!

[@stuartkarshagen6274]

That's cool, rat rod style 🤙🏻. So much fun. I think just build it up with junk you find, nothing fancy 😁. Mortske even had a smile again, second episode in a row 🤣🤣🤣

[@dombutler7685]

Thanks Mortske! I originally thought that it was just good for the engine, but after seeing you letting it rip and having fun, then this thing needs to live on, with a 4 barrel, lincoln locker and handbrake for extra fun!

[@paulwilliams8824]

I love the go cart! The Keystone Klassics add a lot to the build. I especially like the Chevy Vega bucket seats🤣! I could see me driving it around town! ❤️

[@tjakr3869]

Very entertaining, nice change of pace. I would like to see it again with all your planned upgrades.

[@MortskeRepair]

Coming soon!

[@essexdavenorton]

That thing is freaking awesome Great for ripping around love this Light bar awesome touch

[@blaircrocker9845]

Oh my god I'm not sure why but I want it. A 4 barrel , posi , and the tink tinks so cool. Put an old tractor grille and nose on the front.

[@Paleoman52]

This was the best episode ever. What an awesome go-cart!

[@MortskeRepair]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@grantkoeller8911]

This is definitely a product of 1960's hot rod car culture, home made right out of popular mechanics magazine.

[@troyrosenbaugh9935]

Can't believe those zoomies aren't throwing flames..... love it man!!!

[@mikescott1307]

I truly enjoy all your programming Mor t n crew and get a kick out of your delightful sparkling personality..it's part of why I choose you seriously. I'm laughing with you here and I've done it myself more than once..the head hanging into the overhead door thing..I giggled pretty good over that one! Keep up the good work!

[@MortskeRepair]

Wow, thank you!

[@dougdunham7607]

Starting off Monday morning on the right foot! Thanks Mort.

[@MortskeRepair]

Our pleasure Doug

[@flintfabncustom]

A few things for tech inspection and a few upgrades, this thing would be a viable burnout comp buggy

[@ivanferguson2509]

Built one of these when i waz in high school. Just a bunch of leftover parts, plywood floor, bench seat, just a rolling deathtrap. Had a lot of fun with that thing.

[@MortskeRepair]

Awesome!

[@htownblue11]

Hahahahaha. The pedal return spring was the chuckle I needed today. We are all imperfect….just some more imperfect than others….don’t worry Mortske you’ll “rebound” 😂😅😅😂😅🤣

[@MortskeRepair]

It happens!

[@davidanderson2393]

Definitely a four barrel and maybe a trailer hitch, a small trailer for all the parts and cooler hauling fun. Maybe a tonneau cover style roof of some kind for weather protection for the old noggin, I could see this going in a lot of directions.

[@MortskeRepair]

Brilliant!

[@blaircrocker9845]

If its a trailer it has to be the box off an old Chevy square body.

[@MortskeRepair]

@@blaircrocker9845 Oh, now we're getting picky!

[@combatkarl965]

Nah, just go find an old military jeep trailer and replace the pintel loop with a ball coupler.

[@Speedbug780]

I'd mount the light bar down in front like a front bumper :) Get offset washers for the wheels (maybe it'll make that one a little rounder?) Also liking the trailer hitch idea, makes it useful for pulling stuff around. You could 5th wheel it and do a tow-off with Pudding lol.

[@MortskeRepair]

Brilliant!

[@captainjerk]

As soon as I seen this thing, I thought "kit-car" platform! This will make a great Ed Roth inspired hot-rod! You could even get a Rat-Fink costume for when you drive it! (like special events, or even in your livingroom, lol) It would be awesome to see this thing get the full treatment! Body panels that make it look like a '36 Ferd coopay! LOL

[@vinces8974]

That is absolutely the greatest field hoopie I’ve ever seen Duff dog does not know what he’s missing lol, and I love the improvements Mortske ,great video

[@MortskeRepair]

It is pretty good!

[@grantkoeller8911]

The back tires should have mini fenders to prevent rocks from hitting you in the head

[@randallcarney1216]

Front to!

[@randallcarney1216]

Straight up pipes are good for ruining the engine if rain ever gets in .

[@grantkoeller8911]

@@randallcarney1216 soup cans

[@thomasgoolsby8661]

Love the Galactic go cart. I wouldn't mess with the engine much. Intake and carb for sure. I could see you scratching around and finding some old A model fenders, front and rear. I love the keystones. You might even find a A model firewall with a windshield, or even one off of a Jeep. Posi rear a great idea. It might be a good follow up project for channel 2. Lovin the Cart.

[@urbanurchin5930]

Funny that you mentioned this....the Model A fenders are exactly what I was thinking too. They wouldn't really add anything performance-wise , but it might keep some gravel out of your teeth. As far as a windshield....I was thinking of maybe something off of a wrecked Goldwing or other type of motorcycle. Lots of Fun !

[@robertburke3102]

Rat rod

[@puddleduckist]

Very cool buggy, nice upgrades! Can't wait to see it finished with some 4.56's and a spool and some smoke from the N50"S! Rock on 🤘!!

[@oldcarnut3953]

Hell yeah Mortske, she's badass! Can't blame you for not wanting to get rid of that rig. Looks like a lot of fun. As usual, another awesome video. Totally love your channel Mortske. Keep up the great content. Always keeps me riveted. Keep On Motoring Brother!!! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@MortskeRepair]

Thanks, will do!

[@lovemye36]

What the French, toast is a very appropriate phrase for this go kart.

[@rickbaker4571]

That thing has "missing limb" written all over it!!! But the grain truck is keeper!!!

[@ae86hachi]

Straight up death trap!

[@billdyke9745]

Agree with all that.

[@MortskeRepair]

It's fine!!!

[@Baystateboy125]

Beyond Cool! After adding a few safety upgrades you can take it to a track.

[@Doc52697]

4 barrel carb, 8-71 blower, upgrade ignition, exhaust flaps, 4.11’s and a posi. Great video!

[@robertvance1873]

You should rig up some big round head lights on it 😂

[@urbanurchin5930]

Maybe not necessarily some big headlights - but some kind of fabricated "nose cone" or crazy grill to cover the front of the radiator. Weld together some pieces from three or four different junkyard grills and make something wild ! Even a little pinwheel that spins in the wind !

[@allenbeaulieu7077]

That is one of your coolest rides ever Mortske!! Badass cart. Just too cool. Big Al.

[@MortskeRepair]

Thanks Al

[@jasonpeters9390]

This one is a classic one you can watch over and over again.looks like you enjoyed making this one

[@MortskeRepair]

Sure did!

[@jonathanz4987]

Thanks for another great video, Mortske! Your "go-kart" brought out my inner child. now I've gotta find a small block and salvage chassis to build one of my own!

[@MortskeRepair]

Go for it!

[@jimwallis667]

I'm in love with this buggy.i want it haha.well done.

[@1970Coronet_green]

Whatever you do to it, I will watch. The four barrel intake sounds good. That and new gears for the rear end. Good luck with it and we'll all be watching!

[@MortskeRepair]

Thanks Andrew!

[@jimjacobson8758]

You gotta love the “Mortske Mullet Mobile”!!!

[@thomaswermager1819]

WOW! That thing is too Kool! Don’t forget the gauges & tach! Just for the fun of it hook up the shoulder harnesses, make it look like a two seat dragster! Gotta figure out something for The Duff to sit in/on too! Hey, thanks for the Great video!

[@_Dave_S]

I always look forward to Mortske Monday! A great way to unwind after a terrible day of work lol. 🍺🍺 That's about the easiest I ever saw a vehicle go on and off your trailer! 😁😁

[@MortskeRepair]

You got that right!

[@mphilleo]

I loved to see all the good natured griefing amongst the fellas along with some fun times. Really enjoyed the video...And we need more Mojo, he's a hoot!

[@MortskeRepair]

He's something!

[@davidarnette327]

318 Chrysler, 327 Chevy, and 289 ford ...I love small V8s. I would definitely love to see another episode on this cart.

[@jeff6732]

Wowsers. That just looks like a whole lot of fun.

[@MortskeRepair]

Sure is!

[@gilbertnowak5770]

Glad to see you guys made it safer!

[@frecko]

I love this crazy thing , please bring it back it’s friggin great

[@MortskeRepair]

Will do

[@thqp]

This was pretty damn epic. Mullet cam made it even better.

[@rtistik94]

Sweeeeeet! So much potential, for a cool shell. Can't wait to see what happens next.

[@noj2448]

Very interesting vehicle, Mortske. Liked this one. 😁 Duff probably didn't know what to make of a ride without doors or windows. Too bad. He was missing something. Keep up the good work.

[@marcsnelson1]

Super cool! This would be a fab Mad Max style vehicle project!

[@papaxs3]

Love how it just fires right up! Unreal 😄

[@MortskeRepair]

Agreed!

[@natandnormstravels6573]

Thanks for sharing.

[@MortskeRepair]

Our pleasure!

[@Gadgetman1989]

Taking me awhile to watch this but loving every bit of it Mortske

[@MortskeRepair]

Much appreciated

[@mikepraed4623]

That light bar is perfect. 👍 You can always add more.

[@MortskeRepair]

That's the plan!

[@j.b.a.124]

Son of a biscuit..! That rig is hotter than a ‘57 Chevy on a hot summer night with a busted radiator in the California desert..!🍾

[@maxhammontree3169]

Yes! Do all of that stuff to it!! We’d love to watch b

[@topaz123212]

That thing is amazing! My uncle used to make these out of old VW bugs lol, you could always try to make a little bed on the back for duff, great go around cart

[@gregcoffey1974]

Yes sir, you more than likely have all the parts laying around on a shelf. Put them on and make it as awesome as it can be.. you can always pull a part of if you really come down to needing it later.. love content like this.. don't matter which channel, I watch both.. keep up the good content.. East TN watching..

[@MortskeRepair]

Thanks much Greg!

[@multiple_stuff_rocks05050]

I've been watching you for awhile, I love this channel. You rock man much love from the UK. Wish I was still in the US. Love you guys. Take care y'all see you soon...

[@MortskeRepair]

Thanks much Kayden!

[@spencerrobinson2794]

Mad Max! That was fun

[@genx6623]

That looked fun as hell. The mullets return was a cool surprise. The yes no, was good name for a mullet, Mississippi mud flap

[@andrewcissell4578]

Content 7 out of 10, Commentary solid 10 out of 10. This is the first video of yours watched, won't be the last.

[@MortskeRepair]

Much appreciated Andre

[@Guns_N_Gears]

Mort, Elroy looks like a BLAST to rip on!! ❤ the Zoomies I could see a few mods to wake it up some, Tunnel Ram, some truck tires, shorten the wheelbase, locker, maybe some lexan for a wind screen. Definitely have many ways to go with this. Looking forward to more on this ❤ it!

[@zacharyprosper1152]

That brought back so many memories. .LOL yeah brother 💪 🙏

[@MortskeRepair]

🤙

[@nashvilleslim]

He finds the coolest old stuff. He read my mind I was thinking that thing really needs a temp gage while he was ripping it.

[@johnweeks5614]

To me that thing is the best thing ever for your channel and I can not wait to see everything you do to it and oh God yessss add a big old healthy cam it would be totally wicked

[@rafaelvazquez4875]

This was a great one!!!! Greetings from PuertoRico.

[@MortskeRepair]

Thanks Rafael!

[@morewith]

Awesome Mortske Monday as always! Hey set an old 50’s truck cab on that beast and call it good!

[@dieterlange7581]

I forgot it was Monday awesome rig Mortski. This thing is ready to rip!! 🤣👍🇺🇸🍺💯

[@user-vg9on1dq7f]

Cool Go cart!

[@danielwilson5296]

Perfect candidate for Lincoln locker. Definitely tink tinks

[@MortskeRepair]

No doubt!

[@Jesse-Wayne]

Man I love the videos, I bet I watched the garage door part a hundred times couldn't help it. Keep up the great work 👍

[@MortskeRepair]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@DavoShed]

That is so Mad Max. What a cool barn, almost tidy and not overcrowded with total crap. Ha! 8 tractor tingers, I love it. I want one of these! Love the one finger wave on the test drive like doesn’t everyone have a convertible? Probably the local police man going the other way 🤠

[@MortskeRepair]

You know it!

[@FranklinsteinsGarage]

Awesome video Mortske looked like a blast to drive that thing.

[@MortskeRepair]

Sure was

[@teddyyoung1556]

Sweet unit great video appreciate you

[@MortskeRepair]

Thanks Teddy!

[@krisjj1]

Yup, that’s a hoodie 👍🏼 and a nice one at that.

[@nancykitzinger3078]

That thing is awesome! Glad to see the mullet again!😂 OMG! I’m still laughing! 😂🤣😂🤣

[@philjohnston9616]

Mad Max Thunder dome. One of the quickest will it run video's I've seen you do, didn't even need a starter. Entertaining as always

[@MortskeRepair]

We deserved an easy one for once!

[@edwardcurtis2709]

Neat. For the shifter put a S shaped lever on and save moving the linkage mount. For the steering add a diagonal brace from the bottom of the firewall up to the shaft leaving room to get your foot in. Keep up the cool stuff.

[@arkhsm]

All the shifter needs, is the left side of the handle cut off !!

[@billbong156]

That's awesome... I think that would be a awesome build.. ls swap great idea.. build it definitely!

[@rebeccacole4608]

Omgosh!!!!! This is freaking cool!!!!!! Do a part 2 for sure!!!! Hope your ok lol 🤕 ❤️‍🩹 Loveeee to Duffers!!!! 🥰🥰

[@kirk467]

I like your closing music Mortske, very cool brother!

[@MortskeRepair]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@johnkranz4004]

Mortske that was worth the price of admission Excellent video specially when you’re walking in the door LOL

[@MortskeRepair]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@brucemcgee2281]

This one would definitely be a keeper, if it was mine! It sounds GREAT!

[@MortskeRepair]

Thanks bruce!

[@michaelgraham8498]

Definitely need to see more of the go cart

[@MortskeRepair]

stay tuned!

[@donshaffer9733]

That's some mad max stuff..

[@brianalbert7532]

great channel, I grew up in Wisconsin, moved to JUPITER Fla, love the seatbelt comment!! keep up the great vids,

[@MortskeRepair]

small world!

[@sphinxkamikaze8746]

I'm in love with that death machine. I kinda thought about mounting the light bar on the bottom of the "roll cage". Nvm after seeing you drive it, the bar would be too low.

[@imheretolearn770]

Yes to every suggestion you made. This ones fun.

[@patrickmoodabe9728]

Hey Duff - you’re one smart pooch. Keeping you’re distance from your hooman’s death machine! Best you say your goodbyes. The fun police will be carting him away pretty soon.

[@daimienplays]

Amazing find. Thats something i would build if i had some spare parts laying around. It would be cool if you welded the dif and supercharged it. Then it would be the ultimate parts getter/ fun haver.

[@daniellebrindisi6378]

That's awesome!! Put some really cool light up gauges in it