Turbo Diesel Go Kart

[@Ismaak5]

With all single cylinder turbo setups u need a boost reservoir 4 times the displacement of the engine in volume, between the turbo and the inlet of the engine. Reason being unlike a multicylinder engine a single cylinder engine only pushes the turbo once every 4 phases when the exhaust valve is open and only takes boost in every 4 phases when the inlet valve is open. Inbetween phases the compressed air bounces back and forth in waves literally stoping the turbo from spooling. That is what a boost reservoir stops from happening. You can see it happening by the boost gauge jumping up and down.

[@midixiewrecked7011]

You can't tell red beard that, he's got more money than brains. He's made this video for more views on his channel. But yeah, the turbo isn't going to work. Not enough exhaust pressure.

[@2000freefuel]

@@midixiewrecked7011 it's not about exhaust pressure, it's about phase timing.

[@2000freefuel]

it's not just single cylinder engines, all turbo charged setup can benefit from having an accumulator between the compressor outlet, and intake manifold. the charge cooler and associated plumbing normally serve that purpose.

[@midixiewrecked7011]

@@2000freefuel well , it's kinda both, that small of an engine just doesn't produce enough exhaust to drive the turbo, but yes you're right.

[@thedr309]

@@midixiewrecked7011 it got you watchin....

[@rileyzandol3150]

If you turn up the injection timing on it that should also help turbo spool. It’s probably about 10 degrees out of the box and 15-18 would make a substantial difference. There are shims beneath the injection pump that affect the timing. Removing shims increases timing and adding shims reduces timing.

[@matthewkratzke5158]

The manual states that it's 18-20 degrees from the factory

[@rileyzandol3150]

@@matthewkratzke5158 turn it up to 25-28 then lol

[@kleetus92]

Isn't changing the depth going to effect the pump plunger depth traveled? You may bottom out the pump if you put it too much closer.

[@drakethedragon2725]

You should put a pressure tank for the turbo to help it make boost

[@Spaz_Industries]

you can achieve this by using a water to air barrel charge cooler

[@PaulThomas-qo9vy]

Yep, the "pressure tank" aka: plenum stores additional air volume under boost which stores that extra volume until intake valve opens & gives the cylinder a bigger gulp of air because of the larger volume of stored air, Sweet!

[@kristiangronberg3150]

Just put a big intercooler to do the job 😜

[@Chris-yy7qc]

Would make it build boost slower tho

[@101Mandigo]

One of those little amr500 roots blowers in a twin charged setup would take care of the lack of cylinders to spool the turbo, little blower with that turbo feeding it would be cool

[@hacxer8424]

It would be great

[@DarkLinkAD]

Or a proper intake plenum volume

[@edwardkesock216]

Like a old detroit 2stroke

[@nickzom]

Amr300 would be better

[@DarkLinkAD]

@@nickzom Takes power to spin

[@Slane583]

Maybe the diesels could be your small fleet of recovery-karts for when another unit breaks down. I'm sure this thing would look pretty cool with a tow-truck theme added to it. :)

[@sethparrow04]

That’d be sick to see a mini turbo diesel tow truck. One that even has a mini tow lift

[@Slane583]

@@sethparrow04 Indeed. Find a way to incorporate a winch in the rear with some light duty recovery straps. :)

[@clintonmcnair5447]

Tow truck jib on Dodge dually power wheels

[@tandmbros5877]

I made a old lawn mower into a tow truck with a tow arm

[@EmilyChuu]

I know this comment is two years old but Ive been wanting to do this, make a diesel recovery rig, and now i am going to do so!

[@drakrazerclaw5146]

Measure a rod and see if you can find a billet replacement, then add heavier valve springs and some head work. Porting will help a lot, and you only need to blend the transition to the bowl to get good gains. Definitely got me interested in building a diesel.

[@animeaddict6907]

The crank should be stout enough to handle higher speeds and power. I believe a GX200 rod will fit this engine but I am not 💯 percent sure. I know valve springs will fit.

[@michijimc9753]

How in the world did You Tube’s algorithm bring this video into my feed? Years of musical instrument and musician videos turned into winding up small engines to max output. Well, damn, I’m going to miss all the music. When I get back from Harbor Freight there will be a lot of fun happening outside! Thanks for your infectious enthusiasm and good how to videos!

[@allenfields9660]

That motor gonna make music

[@hunterprowsemrereviews9141]

The Rain Cap made it on there lol, it’s a real diesel now! One way I’ve found, on those types of rain caps to prevent the nut on the pivot bolt from backing off, due to vibrations causing it to fly apart. Drill a small hole through the threads right up agains the nut big enough for a cotter pin to go through, and then just run a cotter pin through it, and lock the cotter pin, and that’ll prevent it from flying apart.

[@jurriendw050]

You need to block of the holes next to the inlet of the turbo, they leak turbo presure!!!!

[@tryme7316]

Is it possible to add any predator or Tilson 212 performance parts to this, obviously the piston couldn't be changed but could you put 18+pound valve springs in it or better push rods?

[@animeaddict6907]

It appears to be a knock-off diesel version of the Honda clone. It may be possible to use an aftermarket piston since it is of the same displacement as the Tilly 196/Honda GX200/Predator 212 and such. The one mod I think should be done right now is governor delete. There's a big governor gear in these dragon engines that really makes them lag slower than a buffering Netflix movie.

[@tylersowell7460]

@@animeaddict6907 any way to remove it?

[@alternatemusicaddict5226]

@@animeaddict6907 you must not know how a Diesel engine works

[@scarfacesvt]

Now I NEED a turbo diesel on my monster truck go kart

[@zippymcfearson2776]

Hell yeah ! Do all the diesel mods ! Add a LP tank for propane injection !

[@jamesaucutt8284]

The best thing to do to get more power is to remove the governor so that way the engine will go full send it’s OK if you float the valves and blow it up but it would be a good idea just to hear it go wide-open

[@edwardkesock216]

Hahaha

[@pootispiker2866]

Destroying the engine makes no sense. Way up in the rpms the engine starts to suffocate and make less power. It falls off a cliff on flathead diesels.

[@Thatdamfishingguy]

I came here for gocarts but have stuck around for the pond when we gonna clean that pond up and fix it nice

[@XJRRIDER]

A 1 cilinder boosted engine needs sort of a Boost tank, where the turbo feeds the boost into with a 1 way valve in and 1 way valve out for constant boost pressure into the cilinder . There are multiple video's how to do this , and it makes a big difference/increase in power. Besides that nice to see something easy build like this :))

[@PaulThomas-qo9vy]

The pair of one way valves on the plenum/boost tank is an interesting idea, thanks for mentioning that! I'm gonna look those videos up!

[@XJRRIDER]

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[@tychicusnthenge6414]

May you share the video

[@BarHRanch]

Beard gloriously waving in the wind.

[@PaulThomas-qo9vy]

Yay! Fun fo sho. An intake boost plenum with 1.5 times the volume of the cylinder displacement ( 1.5 times minimum, to 2.0 times displ.). The plenum will store the compressed air with greater available volume, in time for intake valve opening, feeding the greater volume into the cyl. More air + the rich fuel you have (black smoke) =bigger bang= mo go! See book: Maximum Boost by author Corky Bell for details on plenum design. Best turbo how-to book ever, IMHO. Love your channel, from a fellow gravy bones former mechanic/welder, Paul

[@jasongonzales7366]

With all proper turbo charger systems. Their should be a charge air cooler (CAC) to cool down the intake boosted air. Cool air has more dissolved oxygen in it. More oxygen=more horse power. I have worked for a major trucking company as a diesel mechanic. Don't get me wrong I like what you are doing.

[@Archermboi]

Definitely like to see the “boost canister”

[@Nunya_Bidnez]

You did the flapper. Hell yes. Now tell me it ain't sweet? Dopest build of all times brosif. Sweetness

[@kenjohnson5498]

You should make a low speed high torque puller with one of those diesels for pulling logs and karts out of the woods without burning up your belts on other karts

[@wattsdronewilltravel3881]

IM SO GLAD THERE ARE PEOPLE LIKE YOU IN THE WORLD 😂😂😂

[@Landril]

I love that all your sponsors are relevant that shield spray is just what I need for some trailers I keep parked outside

[@thunderpants645]

Excellent job! I love the way RBG shares the entire process of making something entirely different. I would like to see him build a kart with both of those small diesel engines with the single turbo feeding both engines. The boost may increase to a level that a single engine cannot achieve and increase the performance of both engines. I'm not a mechanic, so if I am wrong by assuming that it might work, I would enjoy having it explained to me.

[@davidowen888]

I think yins should make a Diesel Tow Cart, like a tow truck would probably come in handy 😉👌

[@user-ik6jm3xu2d]

A diesel-powered Vespa. Wow!

[@gregharding7364]

God bless Mrs. Red beard for getting in their and helping out 🙏👏👏

[@CJohnT]

I just bought a diesel engine just like that one, glad to see it responds to boost. I'm not sure if I'm going to turbo or supercharge it yet. I'm really impressed with that little 3hp engine, I know its not a powerhouse but that moves really good. I'll have to go back and watch the video without any boost. Whats great about a diesel is that you don't run into any of the problems that you would with a gas engine. I actually have the amr500 supercharger that I was going to install on my 18hp Wisconsin thd twin thats on my garden tractor.

[@andrewneal729]

Is your wife helping what a legend

[@Nunya_Bidnez]

Sorry Red but the flapper is icing in the cake

[@marvicty]

That thing is AWESOME!

[@christophermarshall5765]

I know this is an older video, but I think a Hayabusa engine in that kart will make it haul, especially with a turbo on it!!

[@jimmyhughes5392]

you should try a few different air filters on it to play around with the intake noise

[@SurlyMike]

I wonder what a much higher ratio would do, coupled to just a straight centrifugal clutch.

[@bwxmoto]

Hey you might try getting the TC to engage even lower, and also try higher gearing just to see what happens. Must have good torque so maybe higher gearing will be ok.

[@kasuraga]

Definitely should try and put a proper little boost/vacuum gauge on there. Also, gear it taller so you don't hit max RPM so fast. you'll make better boost that way. Maybe even hit it with a little bit of nitrous if you wanna see how much it can handle with that little turbo hahaha

[@rocket99dan]

Try one of those small roots style superchargers next. Instant boost!

[@lorengolliher2712]

Definitely needs more weight in the CVT but since the diesel what would be really cool is put all your intakes real high and cross some deep water lol good times

[@2000freefuel]

see if you can find some tungsten washers

[@lorengolliher2712]

Has also thinking maybe he could use wheel weights off a car wheels

[@davem5333]

The exhaust valve may be sticking because it is running hotter, therefore expanding more. Opening up the valve guide may help.

[@erichill5208]

Exhaust thermal wrap may help hold heat in to spoil the turbo up a little more

[@davem5333]

Thermal wrap on the exhaust may overheat the turbo center section.

[@jasonbirch1182]

Propane injection. It will make it have way better throttle response and spool at a lower rpm.

[@kibblesanbites6972]

It's kinda hard to look for videos with this diesel engine 😂 this is really cool

[@bencarr1047]

Ditch the tractor flap and put a coffee can exhaust tip on it to let everyone know she's a diesel lol, awesome build

[@Acefab1981]

Need to build a mini trophy kart!!!! I’ve built a street bike powered one extremely fun and no one‘s built them on KZbin that I’ve seen in a long time.

[@scarfacesvt]

Cars and cameras kinda did one but there is much that can be improved on

[@noduh736]

It may just be the shutter speed but the turbo doesn't seem like its spinning to fast and looks like it's got some drag on the impeller of the turbo

[@carsonhammond6204]

Those turbos leak boost through the intake mounting holes!!!!

[@jorgerodriguez-wv4ul]

I ordered a Lil diesel motor from Amazon after this video. Really koo

[@g576758]

I just got 1 of these on a online auction waiting to see who first put a turbo on 1 well u guys sure did that awsome video love the content keep the gravel flying cheers 🎉😊❤

[@Gixie-R]

What this one needs instead of a Rev counter is an Alarm clock to wake you up at the other end of the field. lol Smoking baby.

[@bannoch]

This makes me want to build a turbodiesel Honda grom

[@codyshiers7149]

Need to mak the diesel dingo a tow truck witha winch and boom to haul the othe machines around new broken projects etc. It eould be awesome watching it roll coal pulling the project in or a wteck breakdown back to the shop

[@maxxproductions7749]

Hell yeah tractor flaps for the WIN!!!

[@boostaddict_]

Diesel nerd here. Planning to compound turbo my Volkswagen. Have a suggestion, instead of putting a standard wastegate turbo on it you may want to look into a VNT. That turbo looks like a similar size to the stock turbo on my Volkswagen. Newer versions of my car came with a VNT. Look for a 1999-2003 ish Volkswagen TDI turbo. Cut it off the manifold and weld a flange on. The variable vanes will let you adjust the A/R of the exhaust housing to spool faster.

[@lamarzimmermanmennonitefar5269]

This is a vz21 or RHB 41 I believe. Smallest production turbo

[@boostaddict_]

@@lamarzimmermanmennonitefar5269 bit more research, looks to only be slightly smaller than what I'm talking about. VNT with proper control will probably still work better lol

[@lamarzimmermanmennonitefar5269]

@@boostaddict_ I think the inlets are about 1in

[@BIllMcCambridge]

Also an intercooler would be very helpful in this situation.

[@redneck_auto_tech]

Nah it don't run hot enough

[@MC-op6gb]

The oil pump only produces 1.5 to 4 psi. The oil pressure needs to be higher than the boost pressure, so boost air can't push into the seals.

[@ShainAndrews]

Smaller turbo and increase the spring pressure on the intake. Looked like that turbo stoped pretty quick when the engine shut down. You sure it is ok? I'd still expect to hear it whistling away with no air filter.

[@jamest.5001]

It would be awesome if someone made a 2 stroke diesel, similar to the old Detroit diesel engines, like a mini 71 series engine, but closer to 250-500 cc range, a 250 cc single, with a 500cc 2cylinder , 2stroke, with supercharger or scavenger, with a 4valve head, aluminum block, designed to rev to around 4600 rpm, that would be awesome,

[@linearburn8838]

Put a IMR300 super charger on it

[@mikeinsley6702]

You need to put a spring on that waste gate lever to hold the waste gate closed otherwise it won't make much boost at all !!!!

[@RedBeardsGarage]

Waste gate is tack welded shut

[@diesel7903]

That thing rolls so much coal now

[@hobsonbeeman7529]

You may want to add some Wynn’s Friction proofing in the crankcase….lol

[@BIllMcCambridge]

The only thing I can say is. May just one to make one change at a time so you can see the improvements. Also do some quantitative testing [ie 100ft acceleration times] not just rely on qualitative seat of pants test. I enjoy your adventures thanks for sharing.

[@TacticalTinkerer]

I still need to check out the diesel deuce, so maybe its been done...but a full up diesel build on say a Kandi frame with rear suspension, electric start, light bars, etc. Maybe a 12v turbo might even be an option if you have a charging system capable of running it (like an alternator off an old John Deere).

[@opossom1968]

Gear it up, load the engine, should get more boost and top speed. That will, hopefully, make it chooch more. if ya feeling kinda crazy, buy a small camp propane cylinder, the spin on ones, plumb it in. Use it like nitrous oxide. Really test them parts.

[@KJMTurbo]

If it has a wastegate penny valve, I say weld it closed. It'll only boost to what the fuel will allow anyway! Could always stick a cheap $30 exhaust temp gauge on it if you're worried.

[@MrNotStock]

Awesome :) Is there any room to port the head? Would love to see if theres a couple simple things can be done to get more power. Would be awesome to see it build enough boost to run a clean exhaust. Keep being awesome, I know you will 😎

[@alexeystuliy2001]

Also thought about dirty exhaust, you need to boost air flow into intake. Fuel isn't being burn 100%

[@DragonsFireMetalWorx]

intercooler? go with a liquid cooled setup like frozenboost does...but make it suitably sized for the dingo...more plumbing etc yes...but cool factor +++ i already screen shot my diesel lovin' bro on this ... we're planning on cobbling together some toys of our own to play with...this is definitely on the list!

[@msain427]

Before I even see this can this possibly be fast

[@lhjhe]

I want to see a turbocharged minibike

[@dptp9lf]

I would be interesting to see that engine on a torque application of some sort... maybe generator or something like that... garden tractor, etc.

[@jeffreyheaden7647]

We need more videos of This

[@Adventure_Van_Upgrades]

another diesel kart instalment OOHHH YHEAA!!!!

[@sagennc9019]

This thing reminds me of a Detroit now

[@captainotto]

The only thing this build needs now is a CB.

[@wrenchg3954]

I think the smoke is oil building up in the turbo. This can happen if they don't drain fast enough. And I'd check the oil since it has a tank and long hoses to flow through. But I always thought that diesels are supposed to knock. If you don't hear it, now you got a problem

[@thedr309]

after reading the comments its clear to see you got some "experts" giving advice and saying it won't work... well looks like it worked to me and you had fun, that's all that matters some people just put themselves on to high of a pedestal, but you keep it simple and fun and thats what it all about, now, when you gonna Bring it to Brainerd?lol

[@blakearnold489]

It would be cool to see one of them engines converted to gas or possibly alcohol the compression would probably blow the spark plug out though lol

[@Silentroller93]

Next up is more fuel and a compound setup 😁

[@TylerDuysen]

im gonna get one of these engines to make a diesel powered miniature school bus

[@sj1122334455]

This is the 3rd? build I've woken up to today, it's gonna be a good day

[@mkd2941]

If ypu ;ike different go kart builds you should check out delashmitt road

[@dieselgeezer18]

the clutch is still engaging at very high RPM

[@Hoyt25]

Yaaaaas! A turbo my dream came true

[@mohamadhaydar2627]

your vedios are super nice keep on

[@johnwright2154]

Great diesel build. Congratulations

[@chasewilliam1902]

You need to vent the crankcase for the turbo to work

[@chiprenner3800]

Very cool

[@MaNNeRz91]

If you seal a wd40 straw inside the boost gauge feed line it will give you a more accurate recording. Less bouncy ✌️✌️✌️

[@albertpeterson7134]

Hey Red Can't Have A Diesel With Out A Flapper 😁😁

[@lisaostrowski636]

Your our last Hope Red Beard! We have a 2000 Chinese gokart we need fixed hellllp

[@DatBlueHusky]

you should also slightly change the gearing on it as well, maybe few tooth smaller sprocket because it runs lower rpms, it wont go as fast and wont have as much load.

[@goldsburg]

Open the valve clearance, so the exhaust valve can dwell on the seat longer to transfer heat out of the valve.

[@Dwayne7834]

Running good thanks for the video.

[@lizzard7473]

Custom Billet rod and flywheel? Any chance of a cam upgrade? Definitely stronger valve springs are in order at the least.

[@wayne1959]

now build one with twin engines sharing a big turbo boys

[@djb1634]

Red I’d love to see this thing on the dyno. I’m really curious what the torque curve is like without the turbo and with it. I’ve also heard some discrepancies on HP. Some say 6HP. Some say 3HP. I’m inclined to believe 3 over 6. Diesels aren’t known for HP but efficiency and torque. I saw I’m not the only one curious to see it on the dyno.

[@christopherfoulk9931]

Thanks for the flapper

[@anibalsancheze2134]

You should sell turbo kits for those motors

[@suburbazine]

I bet if you were to wrap that exhaust pipe with proper heat wrap, you'll build even more boost. Those little engines don't have a lot of thermal output on the exhaust side and that tube is probably cooling the exhaust charge quite a bit before hitting the turbo.

[@tblosser8921]

A couple things, one if a valve is sticking there is a chance it is too tight in the guide they make tiny ball hones for that or it could just be gummed up so it would be good to check that when you upgrade springs also on the low boost I don't know if there is a tighter exhaust housing option (lower a r ratio) would spool it better or like others have said twin charging with a roots blower which would be awesome. Great videos man, can't wait to see the teardown!

[@jessemorrow3512]

Now add a simple air cleaner or air cooling unit so that you would have cold air going in there and then you could still put the NOS unit on