Yard Kart Performance Mods | Can we Build a Top 5 Performer for Cheap??

[@TrulyUnfortunate]

How about an aerial shot of the track marked in red with some names of the corners and straights so we know where you are on the track? That would be most cool!!

[@thedarkhero5488]

Hadn't thought about this until now. Great idea! And mark where the crashes happen lol 😆

[@TrulyUnfortunate]

@@thedarkhero5488 Oh yeah!!! It'd be cool to rate the crash sights. Any bets on John starring in most of em?

[@xxDOTH3DEWxx]

top gear test track.

[@thedarkhero5488]

@@TrulyUnfortunate 😆 From what I've seen yep, he's the crash star! This is number 2 at that curve I think. They need a dunce helmet or something similar lmao 😂 That little cart could cause a lot of pain though 🤕 Could almost feel it..

[@snafuequals]

@@thedarkhero5488 I'd be terrified of it. I had a little 6hp I flipped around 17 years ago and I am damn thankful I had a cage.

[@johnmorgan1629]

The look on John's face after that last run was priceless.

[@thedr309]

John, you bought the tractor now go get you a rototiller attachment for it, then till the entire track about 6" deep, and put the scraper blade on it and blade the track! you can fill the low spots and take out the high spots making it a way better track. or do I need to come up there and do it for you? lol

[@affordablepropertymaintena9213]

Go do it for them

[@gqp3215]

Landscape much? Nothing like flat and no stones

[@seflyingfaultier5806]

Imagine them doing actual races with 6-12 karts. Epic.

[@zadokmotorfreight2423]

💯 💯

[@wheelies4days547]

Check out mini mayhem

[@kasperrcstudios2089]

They did

[@seflyingfaultier5806]

@@wheelies4days547 I mean on their own racetrack.

[@lylekehrer6159]

Dress up as the Mario brothers too!

[@CarsandCameras]

Ike's face at 1:05

[@lukasstipp_bmx]

Lol yeah

[@jacobpoole677]

Yeah😂

[@jakechunasamy9642]

I hope u guys enjoyed the go kart my dad dropped it off for me I save up and bought a new one that I built and figured u could do something better with it

[@blze0018]

As a viewer, I really appreciate it. It was a throwback to the old days of the channel, nice to see they still love their roots.

[@jakechunasamy9642]

@@blze0018 ya

[@jrkbgk1111]

Good on you brother.

[@jessecoluna3339]

YAY been waiting all morning for this ❤

[@rfamilytreeservice6839]

Me too

[@kainescott1774]

And me

[@Spacecitybrayan]

Disappointment

[@HolyEnglish21]

Same

[@gregv1852]

Same

[@lenhawkins3803]

Cool cart for getting it free. Center your seat and steering for more stability when turning, especially on right turns. You won't tip over as easily and you will have equalized your weight on the live rear axle and may have better traction in the mud. Great video!

[@StevenValengavich]

I miss stuff like this, the lowest budget shop parts builds. I love how far you guys have come from the what to look for in a go kart videos, but going back to the roots like this is awesome to see

[@dylanhartz8473]

1:13 that tie rod bending haha

[@FangOfTruth]

George of the jungle says “John watch out for that tree “.

[@TXH1138]

Seems like someone else used the George reference last video.

[@daltondrummer]

man u spoiled it..

[@lylekehrer6159]

😀🤣🤣🤣

[@bigospig]

Holy cow! That tie rod flex at 1:14 is crazy! Swapping the front tires to the back would help with the gearing.

[@dogcreek-customs5168]

Watching all these videos of you two & sometimes three, one thing I do see that is so rare like winning the lotto with 1 in a billionth of a chance to win is the friendship you two share with each other. I have spent 42 years looking for something like this in over 25 different fields I dabble in not one bite. Cherish what you two have because you most likely will never find something so rare again.

[@maykevin5]

Maybe should put straw bales in front of those trees.

[@thebaconbrotato]

I really think some gravel in those mud holes is a good idea.

[@skwent]

22:28 Just made my day with that look!

[@ToxicJ-jw3yz]

That is definitely the look of "sad disappointment"

[@josephsimonds2354]

Quit stealing all the ct70s :(

[@jeffreylyons1531]

This is prime content for this channel, this is why I came here years ago. Great work guys keep it going!!

[@jcgrubb78]

you guys should just totally modify that thing move the engine back about 6 inches , center the steering wheel and seat and raise the front up and correct the clearance for the front wheels. and maybe port and polish the head on that honda

[@nikkiLee-hf6gx]

i cant tell but is the engine centered? if not then the driver actually needs to be slightly off center in the opposite direction for proper left right balance.

[@fartingduck5316]

that's a "Hefty" rain suit Jon. bet you're "Glad" to have it.

[@kene6838]

Stop talking trash dude

[@kenjohnson5498]

Nice!

[@mikescherrer4923]

Why you baggin’ on him?

[@robertbelote5273]

Yes! bring this back , thats why half us started watching you guys in the first place

[@ryodatimekeeper]

Great episode! That thousand yard stare from John.... If I could suggest anything, it'd be a standardized start/finish line. And maybe a bonfire dedicated to the cart killer tree.

[@jsherwood89]

Today on "we build it, John wrecks it"

[@lethargicstove2024]

John goes full send and yeets a go kart into a tree

[@jackfrosty79ify]

He 2 for 2

[@nettneo]

In 1979 I built a cart like this one. So much fun. I attached a set (like 8 springs) of car lifter springs between the seat and frame.....much smoother ride and MUST be tried!

[@devivoman]

KZbin recommends i rewatch the episode that ike flipped the mower! Episode one of the mower build was the episode that I hit the subscribe button for, still my favorite project, (sorry ike) and I would love to see it make a lap time! Thank you for making every Monday and Wednesday awesome!

[@jessecoluna3339]

Also I been watching you guys religiously since the rat rod project. I used to hate Mondays and Wednesdays, but yall make me actually enjoy them. Thanks for the content.

[@lennym1273]

You all REALLY need to work on that road in the woods, put a crown on the road with some gutters along the edge to drain the water faster, you have the tractor use it!!

[@t-townmini4939]

No kidding...they need to work on the track filling it in and grading it smooth. They have the tools and, they have the dirt.

[@lennym1273]

@@t-townmini4939 That's what I'm saying, crazy...

[@sal_e._mander5151]

I'd bring my cart over, they can modify it while I work on the track for them! Lol

[@lennym1273]

@@sal_e._mander5151 Good Idea. hehe

[@hammerT2997]

I like the mud aspect of it. Definitely take that tree out though

[@BaronOBeefDip]

Ike seems so happy playing around with this gokart!

[@fan1701]

This big builds are cool but these smaller karts keep me coming back. Simple, brutal, fun.

[@lucasanderson5656]

I’m sorry to say John gave me a good laugh on this one !! Lol

[@LittleAussieRockets]

Might be a good idea to put some gravel on the track. Fill in those holes. Good fun though.

[@stearnscoleman9411]

It’d probably be way more fun with smaller tires. I have a solid axle swapped yard kart with a 5.5hp and it can spin tires all the way up to it’s top speed at about 25 or 30 mph.

[@theunseen8054]

It's projects like this that got me into watching your videos in the first place!

[@bryduhbikeguy]

Thank you guys,and friends,for sharing so much fun and information with us this past year.

[@48vdcwrld]

built 3 of them last summer, learning a lot as I watch you guys, thanks,...

[@Gyphon]

One of the funnier vids for sure. John that look in your eyes and reply after coming back the second time...hahahaha like a man possessed. Gj and good vid. You guys are amusing in your madness. Respect

[@colepackson4603]

I use to watch you guys all the time as a kid in foster care and it was always my dream to do what y'all do you guys always made me laugh throughout the years. Keep up the good work guys.

[@funnerthanbefore4947]

Definitely wanna see more of this kart...

[@corbinkelley2670]

Its nice to see you guys going back to the basics every once in a while. OG stuff.

[@theeturnone]

I really like the engineering @15:27 . . perfect place and attachment of the fuel tank 👍👍 ! 2 thumbs up

[@85superchris]

When are yall going to put nitrous a kart? I'm sure an older engine with lower compression would make great power and if it blows up oh well. Maybe gap the rings and get more fuel in there.

[@ClumsyCars]

They sell small engine nitrous kits. They should try one.

[@G56AG]

Twin turbo is the way to go, if it works for Porsche, it should work for a Honda...LOL

[@85superchris]

@@G56AG twin turbo would be cool but nitro would be more bang for the buck. Much less fab and would be less dangerous on an already low compression engine.

[@gqp3215]

Duper charge and turbo!!!!

[@jayjaybulldog9180]

He’s a RIDER On a MISSION Action Dude’s with Great Position ROCKET POWER🔥!!!!!

[@madboostmark]

Man! You boys are having more fun with this kart than I imagined.

[@mrmurphy172]

That flex 💪 in the steering linkage is crazy

[@daynthelifediy]

NOS..... Fast&Furious.... Then A home improvement tool time reference.... Nice!!!

[@VMPLAYSonYT]

John's muddy face reaction after the last run was so funny and I laugh so hard and started coughing and now I'm in a separated room.

[@ponaldo7611]

Amazing how far you two guys have come . I'v been a subscriber since the beginning . Keep it up guy's

[@lotuselanplus2s]

Look at that right side steering linkage bend,,, that was one of the first things that i had to beef up on my Manco RedFox, 1/4 galvanised pipe with the correct sized nuts welded on the ends and some Heim Joints, made a huge difference.

[@jgsn5029]

Its so awesome seeing this grow to a massive go kart complex

[@honorrolls5415]

What a fun episode the pictures of John with a face splashed with mud priceless. Thanks for the fun and Merry Christmas to you both Bill in Fort Wayne Indiana

[@josephnash2667]

Best idea. A truck load of small rock could change up that watery muddy mess in the woods. Your 🚜 will be great for the job!!! Thanks for all the fun you Guys put out there for us fans. Marry christmas And Happy New Year!!!

[@gripchion]

Isaac, John I just opened my Christmas present and tried on my "It'll Be Fine" hat. It's the only the thing I ask for, for Christmas. Love the flex fit. Thanks so much guys. Keep up the great content.

[@Paleoman52]

You need to haul some gravel back into that woods and fill in those holes so they don't hold water. I'm sure you can get a lot better time!

[@kingkillerx6922]

It's been like almost 5 to 4 years I haven't watched this channel am glad I watched it

[@a-a-rondavis9438]

I've been watching as long as you've been gone lol.

[@kingkillerx6922]

@@a-a-rondavis9438 LMAO 🤣

[@morey92]

I really love this video. It’s a simple, fun, non complicated, back to basics build. Absolutely digging the steering wheel! Can’t wait till you gear it down some more and reach that goal of 1:10’s

[@armedinbama]

I laughed so hard at soaking John! 🤣🤣🤣 I hope that this video performs well for you, you earned it! God bless and Merry Christmas, guys!

[@robertbelote5273]

I was waiting for that 1:010 lol cool video guys. Thats one of my favorite projects .

[@sidekick96734]

The look on John's face. He took it for the team! 🤣. Thanks for the great videos guys!

[@jamesglenn2006]

It's going to turn in a good time, that puddle really sucks. Good thing you have a loader and some spare dirt to massage that hole/corner.

[@TrackMania753]

Fun little kart! I would like to see y’all make a 2-seater 👍

[@davegillette953]

Great episode you guys that was fun to watch! I hope to see her run again on a drier day soon

[@p1nelord]

Gorgeous bit of machinery

[@davidcauley3263]

Wow, my knees hurt watching you guys work on the floor. a work table would do you both a kindness. Just a thought.

[@janeames1513]

John, You knew better than to try to run with 6 inches of standing water in the back 40 but much respect for the honest effort...sendin ya'll a merry christmas from Bama

[@mten8965]

You two guys are pretty cool guys! Thanks for everything you do😎🕇

[@keithgrant3929]

That 1000 mile stair was priceless. Poor John has seen some shit after that second run. 🤣

[@jeffpolsene680]

I think no matter what, you need to make one more gear change. If for no other reason just to see the difference. Plus, that will help a bunch when you come out of the woods where it seems to have the most problem regaining speed. Great job, cant wait to see more.

[@JayC133]

I'm sure there is many weeks between the filming of these but wasn't the original time 1.17?

[@davidlux7388]

I have the exact same motor on my pressure washer and it didn't like running off choke until I replaced the plastic spacer, now she runs much better.

[@rimshot223]

All the slip in the drive train before really helped that engine get into the power band. I think it would benefit from a higher stall clutch now as well as a little lower gearing. It needs more rpm.

[@Tampaboys]

That live axle kit is so nice big shout out gps awesome stuff

[@kingkillerx6922]

Other thing I think I stoped watching beacuase I got into this mini bike accident and almost took my life and hated it for 2 years but now I miss it and seeing this makes me happy

[@jaquesscheepers2809]

enjoyed this so much.. Can't wait for better conditions and rerun.. Top 10 definitely!!!

[@Cripple311]

2nd time you've hit that tree .. You need to make an episode cutting down tree and blowing up the stump .. Make a stump and drill a hole just to the base of it and blow it up .. . than try and build me a coustom gas powerd rascal with a jockey shift and hand control gas and brake. . i miss going fast . you guys do awesome build and modifications.. Looks fun make me miss building stuff with my buddies at his shop..

[@drewanderson8279]

I have a wonderful idea for a video! Go throught the leader board slowest to fastest and show the video clips as a complation video slowest to fastest! That would be an excellent vlog!! Does anyone agree?? I would love to see all the runs on the leader board. John and Ikeand who ever else drove for the time on the board!!

[@adaml8881]

Please keep building these yard karts. There awesome

[@Bhall958]

John i definitely recommend trying some bigger wheels with a little bit bigger tire on them so ull get the traction u need to get thru the mud and try making a metal sleeve that goes over the intake filter and have significant room in the sleeve so the filter can still pull in lots of air

[@4Tay96]

Holy crap, I've never seen a kart beat up John so much, when he came back cart barely running, glasses falling off, no brakes I couldn't help but crack up xD Also YOU need to get a dry lap in, heck even groom it with the tractor, I know you got this!

[@race-all]

I'm still laughing. The look on John's face on the second run was so funny. You guys are so funny.

[@lanuhacres20]

Happy Holidays to you guys from here in California. Thank you for another great video.

[@billshriner]

Merry Christmas gentlemen. Thank you for what u do. Your videos have made 2020 bearable. 🙏

[@logandraws1098]

X Nice to see you guys going back to your roots on this one. The custom projects are great but my lil ones and I love the go kart videos. Keep up the good work

[@macenbarmore1900]

You guys are like a couple 13yr olds !! 😂 and I'm a 45 yr old watching you two and loving it !!

[@TXH1138]

I'm 71 and wishing I was out there.

[@Stickmanght]

I'm 44 and watch every video. And mess around with my own cheap rescued go carts . I too wish I was out there in the mud with them.

[@danishghostrider]

It's amazing how much a carburetor swap can do. Really changed the behavior of that thing

[@PhilipCockram]

Merry Christmas Guys. Thanks for all the fun videos .

[@dayzdelire2345]

the green car is a beautyyy

[@brandonfloyd6321]

Funniest thing happened yesterday. Watched your video yesterday of the honda engine and was the first time seeing that stylrengine. My friend brought a abandoned pressure washer with a guess what. 5hp honda with a timing belt. Lol

[@TheSonofruss]

You guys should put some gravel in the muddy spots to level out the track

[@rydplrs71]

Great weather to use your tractor for dirt work.

[@xpndblhero5170]

This cart looks like a ripper and I think you can make a one minute lap if you get a right gear and a dry run.... Keep it up guys and good luck¡!

[@donniefish6362]

Really do love watching you guys Merry Christmas and God bless🙏❤

[@gboymachine9762]

I thought you were gonna swap a Predator or Tillotson onto it bcuz you guys say those are "cheap" (idk,$100+ for an engine is a lil iffy) but I like how you kept the 5.0 HP on the cart. Truly a "Cheap" build, work with what you have and ad on to that. 👍

[@norsevikingsir4932]

Never put your arms out on a roll over, just remember these words, tuck and roll.

[@milesdufourny4813]

"Duck & Cover" just like Burt the turtle 🐢.

[@09johnmac]

I have this same kart! Been wanting to do a live axle and convert it to a center seat

[@mikescherrer4923]

You guys are the best. I want to have this much fun.

[@zacknrudi]

That was soooo fun to watch!

[@patricktolmie6985]

Cool yard cart guys John you crash everything haha and Isaac you just crush it out of the hole keep doing what you do love you videos stay safe be good

[@27Zangle]

Really fun episode. Should also do a CVT to see how much it is imporved.

[@t-townmini4939]

John, why not use your tractor and scrape up some loads of dirt to fill in the low spots on the track that always get muddy? Then, you can use the blade on the tractor to grade the dirt to keep any standing water from puddling up on the racing line. I'm thinking, if the muddy ground was filled in, any water would drain away from those spots going through the trees, etc.

[@LoneRevD]

That tree needs to go before someone strikes their gourd on it lol. Looks like a fun cart.

[@MrGerritv]

Such an epic beard... should have been doing this a long time ago Isaac!

[@chicagovasko]

Not many people can grow a bread that thick.

[@a-a-rondavis9438]

@@chicagovasko and even less want to keep it that way.