GUIDE: Tony Kart Rims Explained - POWER REPUBLIC

In this week's video we're explaining Tony Kart rims, the range and when to use each type.
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[@sagacup709]

Please continue to post videos and grow the channel. Do not stop. You're one of the best KZbinr for karting. Please keep it alive and going. It'll go a long way to improve the karting scene.

[@PowerRepublic]

Hareevanan Chandramohan thanks so much for the positive vibes!!! I most definitely will be keep going. Do you have any questions for this week’s video?

[@byrnesy919]

I think more videos on the rotax engines would be great. Cant find any videos that go into detail as you put into yours. Would love a jetting setup vid or a top/bottom end rebuild series

[@PowerRepublic]

byrnesy919 thanks for the suggestions, we'll add them to the list.

[@davidjeal2626]

I mainly drive on a twisty track with one long straight in the UK. Which rims are best suited in dry conditions where temp is rarely above 25c. We run on mojo's btw.

[@PowerRepublic]

a lot of guys swear by the MXC in all conditions, but if you are finding your kart takes too long to get going, then try the standard wheels MXJ

[@rasmusgustavsson7753]

Hi! Great channel. A question, how will the douglas rims (130 front and 210 back) work on a OTK chassi? Will it notice any diffrence if you compared the Douglas rims with for exempel mxj rims?

[@PowerRepublic]

I haven't used them in that long, so I can't really say. I would imagine they are fine if that is what you have, otherwise stick with the standard MXJ or upgrade for summer to the MXC and be happy you are rolling with the best!

[@jasonleslie6366]

I’m trying to find some information on the new Tony Kart MXQ wheels? How does it look/compare to the MXC and MXL wheels? When to choose them versus the others?

[@PowerRepublic]

Hey Jase, I havent had any to look at or teste just yet. AFAIK they are in between the C's and L's. Get some and test them out for us and let us all know how they perform.

[@bonac8]

What's the difference between vented and non-vented rims and when should you use them? Thanks!

[@yifengliu1501]

Hello, I encountered a problem with the crankshaft of the Rotax evo max engine. During the calibration process, the gearbox side has reached 0 threads, but there are still 10 threads on the clutch side. How can I correct it on one side?

[@PowerRepublic]

use a piston stopper ...... www.ebay.com.au/itm/334987359928?chn=ps&_ul=AU&norover=1&mkevt=1&mkrid=705-139619-5960-0&mkcid=2&mkscid=101&itemid=334987359928&targetid=1741701787418&device=c&mktype=pla&googleloc=9068900&poi=&campaignid=18278742238&mkgroupid=141565058112&rlsatarget=pla-1741701787418&abcId=9301725&merchantid=109864430&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAuYuvBhApEiwAzq_YiVwOGzWdsDwl9pD3kd_FH-LOxgVdDj8NSJCQnAnInj8tIdJYb-9-uhoCQl4QAvD_BwE

[@TheJtiy]

What would you recommend to use for a kz with temperatures around 22 degrees... I was thinking that the Mxl would save some tyre life but don’t know if I understand it right

[@PowerRepublic]

hey mate, unfortunately I haven't used the KZ enough to tell you definitively, I would guess you are correct, but you would need to test and monitor. let me know how it goes. Most guy swear that the MXC makes for a winning combination.

[@radusoul923]

hello, what would you recomend for the minirok category for front and back rims? with yjl bridgestone tires, i know some use the topkart rims for the front but what do you think, btw on medium grip tracks

[@PowerRepublic]

Hi Radu, great question. the guys here in Queensland mostly use either genuine Tony Kart rims or the AMV magnesium rim in in 110mm front and 145mm rears

[@radusoul923]

Power Republic awesome, thank you and keep up the nice videos!

[@harleylif1929]

Hi Derek, Question. I have two sets of AMV magnesium rear wheels. Both the same style except one set has 10 mm more back spacing then the other set. If I remove one set and install the other set that has 10mm less back spacing and I reset the rear track to be the same would this change any handling.

[@PowerRepublic]

mate that's a great question. I haven't used these wheels so i don't have any first hand experience to help you. can I ask, have you used both sets on the same day? and if so what were the feeling of the karts balance front vs rear?

[@harleylif1929]

@@PowerRepublic No I have not used the 10mm less offset yet. I was hoping I could find out what should happen before I try it on one of our karts so I would be able to tell if I am getting good feedback from my drivers when I make the change. Thank you for your time. I do have one more question. When you are sizing a cylinder on a KA100. How much cylinder taper and out of round are you happy with. I have a hard time getting any less then .0002" or .00508mm.

[@kartdude45]

Hi Derek. Could you do a video explaining when its time to replace an old model chassis?

[@PowerRepublic]

kartdude45 that’s great idea. This week video is Q&A so I’ll add it to the list. Do you have any other questions you would like me answer?

[@BojanLackovic]

First of all good job, fan of your videos! In this particular video I was missing a little more information regarding when to use high volume or low volume rims (temperature, grip, etc). My self I have Tonykart from 2014 and i need to say that I am very happy with the chasis. In your opinion how big of a difference you think there is between new and my model of chasis, in time (if there is any)? Thank you, keep bringig insides 😁😁😁

[@PowerRepublic]

@@BojanLackovic I would suggest the MXC here in Australia. They are super popular with most karters in most categories and most brands of chassis. The MXL is most like the best for may KZ or OK1. Not really an option for the low grip classes like the 4SS or club day stuff. The 401R v’s 801r is a popular topic. Both work and are excellent. I prefer the 801 but almost unanimously the 401R rules supreme

[@edmoore2786]

Would it be possible to do a test/comparison of OTK compared to other wheels? Especially Douglas wheels which look lovely and don’t break the bank.

[@PowerRepublic]

hey ED, in profile or on track?

[@edmoore2786]

@@PowerRepublic both ideally, on track would be fantastic!

[@zack3734]

When buying front rims for my senior kart. I’m looking at getting a DWT Douglas low volume wheel. However the front wheels size can either come in 130mm or 132mm. What size should I be getting? Is there a real difference?

[@PowerRepublic]

not sure, I reckon it wouldn't make that bigger difference. but get the 130mm if you want to stay with tradition

[@zack3734]

@@PowerRepublic cheers. yeah i ended up going the 130mm.

[@teddysin1381]

How about the new MXQ wheel? Where does it fall compared to MXL and MXC

[@PowerRepublic]

Hi Teddy, I havent seen any of the new wheels yet, but will let you know as soon as they arrive here in Aus

[@JamesCarrigan999]

Any idea on what rims I should use for my rotax max senior for wets tyres

[@PowerRepublic]

Alloys for sure

[@JamesCarrigan999]

@@PowerRepublic is any alloys ok or is there a certain size?

[@DavidKFZ]

@@JamesCarrigan999 Alloys so the tyres are warmer, narrower rear track width so you can turn easier in the lower grip

[@motorsportministries7843]

What about the MXQ? I have the standard rims, i forget what they are, and the MXQ’s. It seems like all the fast guys run MXQ(even in four stroke in america 206) but when I put them on in a night race, i had no grip. Any insight?

[@PowerRepublic]

MXQ is low volume Magnesium. Best in hot high grip conditions IMo

[@wafif2709]

Can I put 4.60 front and 7.10 rear wheels on rear 210mm and front 130mm rims??

[@PowerRepublic]

suer can, maybe not 100 percent perfect but should work

[@wafif2709]

@@PowerRepublic so it would fit? thanks

[@Skor_92]

Can you rank the rims from the one we need when it's warm and grippy to the one whe' it's cold and slippery?

[@PowerRepublic]

Mag MXC for hot and grippy. MxJ for cold conditions . alloy for wets

[@kartaroundtheworld]

Do we need a narrower wheel for wet conditions or the 210 mm will do the job ?

[@PowerRepublic]

a 180mm is preferred but you could stretch it on if you had to

[@kartaroundtheworld]

@@PowerRepublic thank you. This is very helpful

[@bernardplanko6780]

@@PowerRepublic in front also with the extra small/narrow it would give your rised ride height? So you super fast done with setup and you have narrower contact patch for rain

[@jamesc5993]

I need some wet rims for my tony kart 401. Running a senior Rotax. What Size do I need? Cheers

[@PowerRepublic]

180mm rear rims, and 130mm front rims, all alloy is what we use

[@christianbuczko1481]

@@PowerRepublic how did they make that machined rim with reinforcement ribs?? Thats got me baffled..

[@davidbaillie6089]

Hi Is the MXJ half mag or full mag

[@PowerRepublic]

David Baillie great question. As far as I know it is full magnesium. As to the percent comparison to the MXC & MXL I am unsure.

[@ayrtontv6025]

So can you not be competitive on aluminum wheels in hot dry conditions?

[@PowerRepublic]

yeah boi, but I would use MXL or MXC magesium wheels on Medium or High grip tyres

[@Geopolitica1946]

Hello, so what happens if i use the magnesium rims in the wet?

[@PowerRepublic]

well probably not the best choice for the wet, we mostly use the Alloy wheels in the wet

[@Geopolitica1946]

Power Republic okay, but is there a consequence?

[@PowerRepublic]

Matiss Toffolo mostly the alloy wheels heat up faster so I think that is why most people go that way in the wet. The only trade off with Mags in the wet might be too slow to come on, but that is spitting hairs really

[@Geopolitica1946]

Power Republic thanky ou

[@rosssmith828]

MXQ?

[@TigerDavidson]

But what are the optimum conditions for the MXJ? and MXL?

[@PowerRepublic]

a lot of the changes to the kart depend on the driver preference/type of tyre/ambient temperature etc. But I would say when you are over heating your tyres use an MXL and when it cold and slippery go back to the MXJ, as a rough guide. Then practise with them both over many weekends and find out when is the best time to use them at your race track/conditions.

[@christianbuczko1481]

So alumunium wheels will be better for a beginner, until they can stretch their limits??

[@PowerRepublic]

Christian Buczko not really. Mags are standard on most senior karts. It should change your world to much either way. If you new and cutting lap, focus on going more times to the track

[@christianbuczko1481]

@@PowerRepublic lol, its got ali wheels, id assumed standards, but if they are upgraded it wont make a difference. They should do well. What i was thinking was these wheels its got should work better for me if im struggling to get upto speed and heat the tyres. Regardless im not swapping..

[@vinced6165]

Who’s Tony?

[@PowerRepublic]

Da Man

[@freeman.racing]

Do all the different rim types have markings to enable you to tell the difference between them?

[@PowerRepublic]

Not really, but they are all different when you know what to look for