Off Road Racing Shifter Kart Part 1

In this video we are starting a new project, we are building an Off Road Racing Shifter Kart using a CR 125 dirt bike engine. I want this project to be small and fast with full suspension. I first start off with making the front hubs so we can have front brakes. then I start working on making the front A-arms and the beginnings of the frame.
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[@gamerduck3707]

I love your bloopers man, they make you like real and relatable, everybody makes mistakes, everybody gets annoyed at something

[@lassebrustad]

just a proof he doesn't script his videos, which I like! it's just the real life, not a "fake perfect life without errors" like most of the big content creators

[@melissacelino-russell5113]

Reason I keep watching is the real stuff ​@@lassebrustad

[@JokerInk-CustomBuilds]

I feel like he doesn't need to go through all those retakes just to get some nitpicky wording right. He could just correct himself and keep going instead of having to start over endless times... Imo it wouldn't make the videos worse. -Me and my coworkers allways have fun whenever someone makes a hillarious wordsalad. Some of them even become catchfrases or permanent expressions. It is just spice on life! :) -We renamed jigsaws into Rabbitdicks because one guy couldn't remember the name when asking for one and instead said "I need that effin saw that moves like a rabbits d'ck!"

[@Rattus-Norvegicus]

​@@JokerInk-CustomBuildsWe have a flatbed tow truck with an off balance wheel that everyone calls Jitterbug.

[@giggitygiggitygoofg6069]

I think your 1 of the only karting youtubers that hasn't built their selves a nice big workshop, yet your 1 of the only youtubers I watch, apart from Grind Hard Plumbing inc, who can & does fabricate all their own parts. Which is amazing to watch, especially from 1 so young. Your fabrication skills have gone from strength to strength where as some of the others I won't mention have got worse or at least not improved.wot so ever. If anyone on KZbin building go karts disserves to treat themselves to an awesome fully loaded workshop, its you. . Luv ya work, thanks for sharing all these years . .

[@davestevens4263]

Hes looking for a new place , having a hard time finding what he's looking for . It makes sence .

[@KoltFin]

Red beard is just a salesman. Cars and cameras are the kings of sketchy.

[@stevenmaines9114]

​@@KoltFini stoped watching red beard wen he kept doing avertising and geting all his free shit and he sucks .

[@Rattus-Norvegicus]

I'd love to see him get some property first. Then he could work out of a tent for all I care, I just want to see him enjoy his projects a little more. He deserves it.

[@russtuff]

For some reason it seems like the bigger the shop the more corporate the channel becomes, then it becomes less interesting.

[@cozcann]

That's exactly why people enjoy watching your videos. No pre-prepared empty speeches, no unnecessary music, no ridiculous effects. It's completely natural. People and channels like you are very valuable to us in the KZbin garbage filled with fiction

[@ClusteredPlan]

This guy never stops building vehicles. I admire your passion.

[@steveww07]

its his job. Its how he makes money.

[@kwaaaa]

@@steveww07 Of course, but you can tell this guy would be doing this all day and night unpaid if he didn't starve, lol. Some people just got that itch and nothing can fulfil like getting their hands dirty.

[@steveww07]

@@kwaaaa yeah cause he doesn't wanna work at the tree service with his dad. If you're an OG you know.

[@benagol7215]

Do your thing Chris, you’re crushing it. We watch you every week.

[@michaelcard1973]

Agreed! Also, I am speaking from experience, recording unscripted content can be difficult at times.

[@DetroitMicroSound]

Chain-drive is your deal!!!! Man, I love your projects. You have cornered the market on YT!!!! DON'T QUIT BEING A ROLLER CHAIN LOVER! Sure glad you edit out a lot of the complaining, and such. 😄 Even if you didn't, I'd still be a fan. Been a fan for many years. No plans to stop, when you introduce your next roller chain project. ....Do however wish you would look into some German-made roller chain guides from Wippermann, and other German, and Austrian makers. Stainless steel square stock, with plastic roller chain shaped continuous slides. All enclosed, the werks!

[@xpndblhero5170]

And thus, another build begins.... I wish I had a neighbor like this. Maybe not a next door neighbor but at least a few properties away.... 😂

[@kwaaaa]

🤣

[@lennym1636]

Love the bloopers never get rid of them, you should include some in every video...

[@notserp054]

out takes were hilarious! This looks like a bad ass "CHAIN DRIVE" project! Can't wait to see it rip!

[@tobygarrett7092]

26:51 “NOT NOW MOM!!”😂

[@jasoncordoba9004]

Maybe this would be a good project to try push-rod suspension? Get the shocks up and out of the way to make room for steering and that pipe.

[@jamescohen7548]

This is your channel! Build them how you want. I will always watch your videos regardless.

[@ragnarironspear1791]

Love the channel, you're like the mad scientist of KZbin 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻🇬🇧

[@quaileggsvermont]

1K likes and 5,369 Views! Something is so Wrong with this! Come on like the guy! 👍🏻👍🏻

[@chrisv6008]

You've gotta be one of the best fabricators of this kind of stuff here on KZbin Great start and can't wait to see it ripping

[@Robalo-2660]

Chris , I love the way you fabricate. You're very fluid and visionary. Your projects are a reflection of your skills. Very few can do what you have done with the limited resources available. This project will be a good one.

[@cjzx325]

10:30 The tire falling in sync with the music was a nice touch.

[@keithmikolich908]

It doesn't matter to me how your projects are driven, I enjoy watching you build awesome projects. You do great. And the outtakes are hilarious 🤣🤣. You're doing great 👍

[@agkracing140]

Looks like the intro is the hardest part of this project. It should all be downhill from here. Looking forward to the progress of this "chain drive" machine!

[@Davespackey]

Never expected you to put the engine in front.. I like how you don’t just take the easy way out and do different stuff. Love the channel

[@steveww07]

you mean over-somplicate stuff. Yeah he does that well!!!

[@Pedroisanickname]

Your intro was worth the admission price to loan. The stop motion editing is my favorite touch. Great content.

[@luckys9249]

Small projects are such a breeze, back to the roots. Your skills and planing have improved so much since the grave ninja.

[@Davespackey]

Probably the hardest working dude on KZbin.

[@davidwalters4014]

You basically built a" I " beam/ " A " arm combo! Move the shocks further out on the " A " arms, then the shocks towers need a cross bar over the engine! Moving the engine forward to allow steering.

[@thegoodson2000]

Came here to make this comment. Positioning the shocks more vertically will allow space for the expansion chamber, moving the engine forward 👍

[@ianblack58]

I can’t wait to see how the front geometry works, my brain is hurting trying to figure out how this is going to handle. Keep doing your thing!

[@BrookZerihun]

Let them say what they like, this is your work. I am watching your channel not their channel, just build your way, I will watch you build a toaster oven.

[@mrshaneyt43]

100% right . Everyone is an expert sat at home behind a computer .

[@306GokartsCustomBuilds]

Definitely..do you chris 😊 👍

[@davestevens4263]

Amen !!!

[@nathanpennell1587]

In you out takes, you can see how much effort you put into your videos above and beyond the actual building and time investment into projects

[@Letsgobrandon-h7w]

your videos are the best on youtube. I get exited every sunday

[@Prxpagandalf]

Same!

[@keyprice7304]

Another great video Chris, I think the two seat 4x4 is a masterpiece of engineering personally.

[@Yellow_Hammer]

I’ve been watching you for 5 years now. It’s crazy how much better your builds have become. Thanks for the videos!

[@Gixxer2247]

Im stoked youre making this. I was just talking to my roommate (we fantasize about building shifter carts) he wants a 1000cc, but i want a 2 stroke, lightweight, full suspension shifter cart. Think its sick youre doing the motor in the front too. Exactly what Id want to do. Still my favorite youtube channel by far!

[@nathanpennell1587]

Gotts love all these projects. I have an will always watch your content. Can wait to see how this turns out

[@jerryharper2217]

Dude you're good, your projects never cease to amaze me.

[@wogelkrafts]

FINALLY another chain drive project! 🤣🤣 This gotta be one of my top favorite videos of yours though and also just seeing you mow trough projects is just WOW! 💥💥 Good job! ❤‍🔥

[@MackMan-qk8mc]

your builds are genius... keep doing what you do!!

[@DanielAlves-sk7lz]

You took it off of the mini street quad

[@ratherBweldingChris]

Correct

[@darkxxhimxxlight]

​@@ratherBweldingChrishey bud. I've been wanting to tell you to check out the front suspension on the 24 can-am maverick r. It could solve a lot of the limited space while trying to get castor/camber without bump steer issues. I'd love to see your take on the geometry in a build. If you used something like the can-am suspension on this it could free up some space to mount the brakes so they're not taking up precious real estate.

[@gages.garage1578]

Love the bloopers

[@Fab-Life444]

Omg I laughed so much at the outtakes at the end of the video! I can relate so much. When I edit my videos on my channel, my wife insists on watching all my outtakes. she can’t believe how many attempts I have at saying things… I always just go for it and work it out as I go…. Never have a script. I love your channel buddy! Amazing skills with the suspension design. It’s exactly what I want to do to the ford ranger I built.

[@abdur-rahmanaroyewun339]

You know its going to be a great build when he starts with the bricks👌

[@oldschoolsteve5116]

Lol, love the outtakes! I kept waiting for you to say that you could’ve had it built by now

[@MrCiO0011]

I think that chain drive is actually better because it has less drag than a drive shaft, it weighs less and allows you to build some nice suspensions in less space on a small vehicle. Don't mind what people say, just keep doing your stuff and having fun, at the end of the day they are watching you for this. 😉

[@shaynegadsden]

Unless you want articulation

[@ewoolfolk]

Man I really look forward to Sundays for your videos! Keep it up

[@02f4irider]

This is a sweet build! Lots of pro-modified race cars have the engine and the driveline behind the center of the front axle for weight distribution. I would try to get the engine behind the center line as much as possible without being uncomfortable. After watching further i see the engine is back more. This is becoming a high interest to me! Maybe try rotating the expansion chamber 180° and see if itll work better that way.

[@Codyjames83]

Love the bloopers 👍 cracks me up every time

[@ManiacRacing]

Now you're speaking my language! Two stroke! This thing is gonna rip!

[@davidgonzales669]

This will be a interesting build can’t wait to see what you end up with

[@jlucasound]

A front engine design. Interesting. All I've seen by other builders, are sidewinders and 4 bangers across the back of the seat. (As far as Hi Perf. builds) We know you will make it work. Is 4 wheel too much? Ya, a lot more parts. Also too short and not necessary. Oh well, we can dream, right? 🤔🤗😆😉

[@nutzy05]

Chris, I know the comments can be hard to ignore at times, but don't feel the need to justify yourself to anyone who has an issue. Build a whole damn rig out of chains, who cares. You do you!

[@ChanseMartin222]

Haha that’s exactly how I’d be lol. And different strokes for different folks. If people don’t like it they can build their own. Looking forward to this build.

[@smallblocktommy581]

This thing is going to rip! The smaller builds with bike engines are my favorite

[@shk2564]

I’m looking forward to seeing the finished project! Very cool! ❤

[@AlphaMachina]

This is gonna be sick.

[@BUILDNIGHT]

Outtakes we’re AWESOME!

[@dwest320]

Looking forward to this new build Chris.

[@androidvsevlasov6484]

😮OMG another project....😮

[@BuzntFrog]

Enjoying the background music

[@bren-xmotorsports55]

Id love to see this kid with a real fab table. The bricks crack me up

[@buddywype9580]

I like the tires on the wide rims!

[@awright9183]

Its been so cool watching you build this baja... ive literally gone online since watching yours and I'm now doing a deal with a real one, Totally inspired by your build. Awesome to follow your projects. Keep up the good work bud. Have a great day. 🤟🥳🇦🇺 Ad from OZ...

[@djSpinege]

This is my dream build right here. Let's go!

[@yenerm114]

She’s gna be loud , she’s gna be awesome 😎 👌🏻🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@beaud3035]

Hercules drills are awesome. I went from DeWalt to Milwaukee to the Hercules brushless and I absolutely love them but I've never tried the Bauer.

[@dh420gjr]

Dude I love your work and how meticulous you are throughout your builds, keep on killing it bro 2 smoke is the way to go....BRRRAAAAAAP BRAAAP!!!!

[@melissacelino-russell5113]

Dudes got skills one man show come in guys keep it positive 😊

[@StevenConway-x5r]

Loved the end of this video. Keep up your way, it's awesome to watch, however it comes out.

[@murdersevenfold2]

Awesome stuff I watch every Sunday

[@minezyo7335]

I like the blooper reels at the end 😂

[@murk1352]

Should have did the shocks in the front & rear horizontal, that way you wouldn’t have to go up so high with the frame & it looks cool & different. You don’t need crazy suspension, you just want enough for when you’re ripping tracks like cars & cameras track on grass & terrain like that.

[@darrowbishop7836]

Just wanted to say I appreciated it when you commented on drill. Nice to what tools are going to hold up or do what they say they will.

[@AlfisGarage]

Beautiful work as always :)

[@jlucasound]

@14:20 Just so you know, you definitely want the shroud on your band saw motor's cooling fan. I suppose if you are not running it continuously it will be OK. Keep an eye on the temp if you have to do a lot of cutting. 😁🤩

[@haywireog]

Damn, those gears near the groin area is scary!

[@TSRGarage]

Chain ⛓️ drive, because it works. Outtakes reel was great. The same thing happens to me, turn on the camera and bam, instantly, I can not pronounce simple words. Start trying to talk way too fast, like I'm gonna run outta time or something. I can't remember the name of the part I'm holding in my hand🥵 😂🤣 it's great. Looks like another great build. Keep doing what you're doing.

[@rachalhollier5679]

Chain drivin is the lightest way possible,actually the only way in my opinion!! I could understand a shaft drive street bike engine, but for what application? Mud boat with a virago 5speed twin engine,now that might be cool because who cares if you sink in it,lol.

[@Ozzieseth]

That engine came out of the small project death trap

[@jakelords24]

That would be a great rear engine build. Sit a bit forward and the radiator could be behind the seat off to the side. All the dangerous stuff could be behind you ...just a thought

[@Shadow0fd3ath24]

all shifter karts are like that...hes trying to be different

[@fluffnstuff15]

I think on alot of other people's channels they talk to much and alot of it is nonsense. So don't beat yourself up. I watch cause your a very talented welder/fabricator.

[@RC-fu6hg]

With drills the brushed motors get hot. Also drills can have a side handle for your hand that way you don’t cover the hot exhaust with your hand. But I get it.. I’ve done the same thing in a pinch because I didn’t want to walk back to the garage to get the side handle.

[@osva16ol]

You do however you want I like averaging you do I start looking your KZbin channel from the beginning of your career and I always like it your builds

[@matijatalan8642]

BEST VIDEOS ON YT LOVE YOUR WORK ( :

[@Shadow0fd3ath24]

front mid engine and suspension on a shifter kart is such a good setup

[@VillainState]

Really like watching your builds mate keep them coming.

[@user-kk3bo7ri6c]

build one with no drive see how they like that your hands down the best there is wat u do an i watch alot of yall on here keep it ur great wat u do let them hate

[@supertedogpriken]

I just want to thank you for all you amazing build, and for sharing them with us. I love that you are not afraid of going big. i was a big "watcher" of some of them other guys. But it just got so boring watching them using the same engine(or same version) just about all the time. And to be honest, those brigs and Stratton(clones) engines are so slow and powerless compared to just about anything else. So keep up the great work. ANd long live the 2 stroke.

[@mase9975]

So far any weak points are not too bad and you have walked away from them. You build safe stuff and all these are one offs anyway. No worries. I'll be here for it regardless.

[@NitroGTRi]

Speaking of wheight distribution, you'll have to mount the seat almost on top of the rear axle... With the engine in front, if the rear is lighter, you'll have oversteer like crazy... hehehe

[@dirttdude]

i made front hubs out of two of those lawn mower deck spindles then little stand offs for bicycle rotors and brakes. i lucked out, the 4 holes on the deck spindles were the same pattern as the wheels, you have to build them backwards looking on account of you need the material to attach the tie rod and link, which, by the way i was able to bolt on. was the least of my problems

[@ykozfk1406]

The Yard Dart from Cars & Cameras was a remarkable off-road kart. It will be a project that balances handling and traction to a high degree. Chris' project may inspire Cars & Cameras to upgrade the Yard Dart. You'll need to be careful when driving at high speeds, as it can be quite scary!

[@RyanDudley-b9r]

Looks like the engine off the 2nd electric dirt bike,which was a great build,keep the awesome content up,

[@daveprchal9026]

Totally Loved the Rant!

[@SuperHamsterGaming]

I like my Bauer drill. I dropped it off a 20 ft scissor lift and it still works. I went ahead and got the matching impact wrench and saw.

[@musicauthority674]

When you are looking at that style of drills. you want to look for drills that have vents. where the air is drawn in right near the battery. and exits out towards the front of the drill. and that way it helps keep the battery cooler. and you don't cover up the vents with your hands. and more and more drill manufactures are building them this way. at the end of the video you showed everyone just how difficult it is to get all the production and editing right for these videos. especially when you're the only one handling all the aspects of making these videos. and that includes camera positioning, lighting, sound quality, not to mention directing yourself. and post production electronic production and editing. I have mentioned it before about your music. I have to say it's the best music to put alongside these types of videos. I have heard on YT it's not too loud. but yet loud enough. and the tunes are progressive enough but not weird. and when it comes to outtakes? it seems like yours are pretty equal to other videos on YT. of course that varies from video to video. so over all I would say that along with your machinist skills and your fabrication skills that are very impressive. you're also a really good videographer.

[@oilio5465]

If you get a solid rear axle from an ATV. You could turn the 2 stroke 90 degrees. Replace the chains and jack shaft with a driveshaft.

[@CreeperCustomPaintball]

I love the bloopers, so relatable

[@hoagiesherlin7732]

Love the bloopers man

[@Fabrice1970]

Love your channel and videos but it will be nice to see you actually full finishing one with paint and everything

[@steveww07]

right

[@GaryC203]

I like the idea for the new project and can`t wait to see more on it but you are going to have to make the front of the frame wider and the A arms shorter/smaller or a different type of front arm all together to fit the engine up front im not telling you what to do but you would have more room for you feet and pedals and such if you did. see you in part two 😀

[@kevinsellsit5584]

Well said gig! And he does it almost all himself. I mean we all get involved answering his questions every week ... Sometimes I'm not sure he listens. Maybe if we weren't yelling at our monitors. Ha ha.

[@BlackAndBlueGarage]

Awesome! I'm currently brainstorming a front engine build for my Rocketa buggy using drivetrain from a krf 750. (Both street legal and insured already 😉) should start in January 👍🏻

[@mmiiuygivk2651]

Big fan of the tatra(ish) stile front suspension, excited for the is build!