Will it Run? Victa 2 Stroke Go Kart Restoration - Part 1 - Disassembly

[@DrewFixIt]

I trust that you enjoy the video and if you would like to support the channel on an ongoing basis then please do consider joining the channel as a Member: kzbin.info/door/SKmO9BJWGYQbGZ6655wpqQjoin Cheers Drew

[@unstoppableman5273]

Also like to add, you can get a replacement brake complete, new bearings and all pert from Go Power Sports in the US. They can supply pretty much any mini bike and kart parts you could ever want.

[@DrewFixIt]

@ thanks mate, if you haven’t yet checked them out there is a complete series of videos on this Go Kart! Cheers Drew

[@extrarockersworld8271]

I think that’s the first time I have seen you do a really old victa those sound the best and powerful

[@DrewFixIt]

Hi Mate, yes this would be the oldest VICTA engine that I have worked on ever!! Cheers Drew

[@extrarockersworld8271]

You should have a go at the victa 18ns there easy to work on

[@extrarockersworld8271]

You should have a go at the victa 18ns there easy to work on

[@dombarton2483]

Excellent video. Looking forward to part 2. These types of videos remind me of another great channel mustie1. Would be awesome if you can do more of these types of video. Rescuing bits and pieces turning them into something fun and useful. I think buying a jalopy and doing it up. Complete restoration. I know many are doing it, but not many aussies. The backshed, peter andersons channel are 2 that i follow. I am sure there are more out there, but why not you. An old merc would be fab.

[@DrewFixIt]

Thanks mate, the first thing I actually need to get onto ASAP is to build that Aussie Shed in the backyard!! Cheers Drew

[@dombarton2483]

@@DrewFixIt yes love it

[@victasmowing9617]

Looking good drew can’t wait to see part 2 on this haven’t seen a Victa go kart in years

[@DrewFixIt]

Thanks Mate! Cheers Drew

[@mattyj2215]

Good stuff mate , looking forward to seeing it running

[@DrewFixIt]

Hi Matt, good to see you here again and can’t wait to see some of your projects running as well! Cheers Drew

[@kevinsellsit5584]

That was a creative modification on the brake arm, but what was missing is a small diameter push spring that goes AROUND THE CABLE between the housing and the arm. This will add the spring pressure to the pedal pressure but insure the brake fully releases even when most of the cable slack has been removed. And it would not require welding. The same thing should be done for the throttle to make sure the engine will return to idle and release the clutch. Nice job looks good. You can tell it will be fun just by looking at the rear tire wear.

[@DrewFixIt]

Hi Kevin, I didn't think of that!! Cheers Drew

[@kevinsellsit5584]

@@DrewFixIt It is a good option because it can't come off.

[@garymarkham4167]

Great Skills Drew..I like your problem solving...Where did you get the Kart? It may well be a late 1950s Victa Tiger Kart.....I have an old Victa mower (Sunbeam) that has the same muffler and air filter housing...The old carby needs to be tickled/primed until you can see 2 stroke come out..Looking forward to the next episode....Cheers Gary.

[@DrewFixIt]

Thanks Gary, so what you’re saying is on those carbys you hold the primer down until you see fuel come out … where does the fuel actually come out when you prime it then? Cheers Drew

[@garymarkham4167]

@@DrewFixIt I have an old 1957 Victa toe cutter mower and it has a similar carby and primer if I remember correctley.You just keep pumping/tickling the primer until fuel comes out the top of the primer..There is a bloke who sells and makes spares for those old carbys in Australia.

[@garymarkham4167]

@@DrewFixIt I think you would enjoy youtube PETER ANDERSON..1959 Classic 18 Lawn Mower Starting and Running...He breaks down and services the old Carby.

[@DrewFixIt]

@@garymarkham4167 thanks Gary, I have watched Peter's channel from time to time and saw a series he did on mowers a while back. I will have a look to see if I can see his video on the 1959 Classic 18! Cheers Drew

[@JRPlayz9743]

I loved this video also I nearly got a victa 18 for free but I missed out it was a old one and needed work but I didn’t get it anyway I love the vid

[@stevenraz8756]

Hello Drew love the Channel, good content, I have a question About e300 scooter I got a fixer upper for my kid, its full charges, and on full throttle no one standing on it, it moves like slooow, maybe 1mile per hour max...what is the most likely cause of this issue, thanks, keep up the great work, mate.

[@DrewFixIt]

Hi Mate, thanks for the comment! Can you share what you have done / fixed so far with the Scooter please? Also, please do consider joining as a channel member: kzbin.info/door/SKmO9BJWGYQbGZ6655wpqQjoin As a member I get better visibility to your comments and will prioritise answers as such and additionally I am starting to post behind the scenes content for members only, which you may enjoy!! Cheers Drew

[@stevenraz8756]

@@DrewFixIt Hi Drew yes, I charged the device overnight, it makes a clicking sound and moves slowly with no one standing on it. The wheels spin free, the read wheel also moves but makes the same sound like a bike with gears. I saw your videos, but none of them had this issue, so I did not know what to do...thanks in advance, Maybe its another video idea for you.

[@DrewFixIt]

Hi Mate, it sounds to me like the batteries are dead. Here’s a video I did that you should watch: Dead Scooter - kzbin.info/www/bejne/lYvEip-redhohNU Cheers Drew

[@glennlurman3514]

victa vc 160 without all the cowings. full crank, port it, seal it, send it.

[@DrewFixIt]

Sounds like a plan, do you have experience doing this yourself? Cheers Drew

[@glennlurman3514]

@@DrewFixIt biggest problem is the exhaust is a stub so can't really adjust port timings without a skilled welder as block is cast so hard to move port. You can thin the stub tho allowing a little more exhaust out. Last VC series I seen was 10 years ago now

[@unstoppableman5273]

Looks like an old Manco grass kart chassis.

[@DrewFixIt]

Nice, do you have any other information? Do you know approximately what year this may have been manufactured? Cheers Drew