Building a Backyard Shifter Kart from an ATV Engine

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Жыл бұрын

We're building a backyard shifter kart! We have a blown up Yamaha Blaster engine, and a powerful Tillotson 225cc racing engine, so we figured why not build a yard kart with a transmission? This go kart transmission should hold up to the 25 horsepower that our go kart engine is making. We're installing the engine and transmission on an American Express 2.0 go kart. It's an update version of the vintage go kart the American Express.
Our Yamaha Blaster engine has a hole in the engine case, big problems with the piston, and the rod bearings are out of it. It's safe to say that this ATV engine will never run again, so we cut the jug and head off and linked the transmission to our Tillotson 225!
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@frankglasgow Жыл бұрын

When I worked on small engines, like snowblowers, lawn tractors, rototillers etc, this guy brought me a single stage 2stroke snowblower. Said it had a noise. Got it running, was listening to the noise from underneath. Threw a rod at my face. Busted a hole like the one you guys showed. Loud AF

@petermerkin6428 Жыл бұрын

MY DUDES! 1st off this channel means the world to me, so I’m glad to hear you’re still in control. Ive been through a lot in the past few years and this channel helps me get through my hard times while you guys just do your normal activities so thank you. I’m also stoked that you are doing what I and I’m sure a lot of others could wait for a gearbox attached to a small engine. I’ll just sit back,relax, and watch the entertainment.

@CarsandCameras Жыл бұрын

Be sure to leave a like! We're planning a podcast for Thursday evening to do a deep dive on the hacking situation, stay tuned for more info!

@GratefulEd907 Жыл бұрын

I always hit the 👍 when I hit ▶️

@aprilfloyd2422 Жыл бұрын

Great video

@Jtex95 Жыл бұрын

I just resubscribed

@dustinmiller7278 Жыл бұрын

Yo guys have no idea how long I've wanted to do something like this just never had the funds to do so and to watch y'all do it it's just awesome keep it up

@ALMIGHTYGARAGE Жыл бұрын

John said anytime you place a order with GPS let them know the guys from Gps sent ya lol 😅 instead of cars and cameras anyone else catch that 😜

@dennismackiewicz9256 Жыл бұрын

I have to say it, Charles is the real brains behind this project .

@chrisg6534 Жыл бұрын

Guys we are behind you 110% keep on keeping on!

@theone2be33 Жыл бұрын

Glad you decided to take my advice guys. See you Sunday

@solrshawn Жыл бұрын

Wenever issac works on a project, it's all about him regardless of who else is working on it. At least he's consistent.

@benscootin4329 Жыл бұрын

Glad you guys are still here. Can't wait to see the P.B. Blaster!

@musicauthority674 Ай бұрын

That pit bike would be a good candidate for something like a 125 cc engine. or something that you could pickup pretty cheap. it would make a cool future project for sure. being as it's all junk part's you could weld that flywheel on the on to the crankshaft. but I appreciate your patience and doing it correctly.

@joeward6421 Жыл бұрын

Love how you projects that’s practically finish in one video. Super fun to watch.

@bgdavidcryptonite4158 Жыл бұрын

It's called art. It's spontaneous builds I love the most. You never know the outcome

@jasonbailey4017 Жыл бұрын

I grew up riding BMX in the 90s I was a huge Condor fan but Dave's style was so good I couldn't help but respect him. What he did for the sport will live on like his memory and legacy. RIP Dave Murray loosing to many to young

@tylermiddleton8113 Жыл бұрын

Soo glad you guys where able to get the account back. I’ve been watching since the rat rod wagon build. Y’all have come a long way since. Continue the great content

@fredericrike5974 Жыл бұрын

If we wanted all smooth and easy, we wouldn't be watching Cars & Cameras! But guys, I almost can't believe you got stumped by a little biddy woodruff key- that is a new level of breakage! And it was pure broke when you got it, so it has already exceeded expectations! Now I want to see ya'll downshifting coming up on the C&C GP crick bridge and blasting for the clock! FR

@twatdidusay304 Жыл бұрын

I commented years ago to you guys about doing this!! I'm sooo glad you're finally doing it!! A trans has been the #1 limiting factor for y'all. Should do this for ALL of your projects👍.

@abcdfv Жыл бұрын

So glad to see you all back up and running so fast! Liked and commenting to help you all out!

@JohnHill-jm7tm Жыл бұрын

This Old Man from Washington NC enjoying 3am with my coffee. Great start to my day. So sorry about the hack. Couldn't figure out yesterday with the live chat. Love you guys 🛵🧔💝💝💝

@FloridaMan0561 Жыл бұрын

Y’all always come up with some bad ass ideas for your builds! They might seem to be a little bit janky when you’re building them but,you always get it right when you put everything back together in the final assembly process after the mock up stage. Thanks again for the years of awesome content!

@guerrillaradio9953 Жыл бұрын

Dude! I don't know why you guys haven't been showing up in my recommendeds but you are KILLING IT! The silver lining? I get to binge CnC....XD

@smallenginefanatics Жыл бұрын

Glad too see you guys back at after that crap. Hope yall doin well!

@paulcooper2897 Жыл бұрын

We actually JB Welded an exploded clutch basket (every finger bad broken off) on a 250 dirt bike .. it made it 3 miles from the cabin to the main road ..driving very gently ... and then let go spectacularly when power band was "engaged" ... but it got us out of the bush! Thanks for sharing 🇨🇦

@TheShepard5348 Жыл бұрын

Consider this -- pull the crankshaft out. Make an input shaft that can have the engine gear welded on one end and a key way on the other to fit your sprocket. You can make a plate to cover the cylinder opening and seal the crankshaft cavity to hold the bearing lube. This can be used on any engine and add longevity to your build. Keep on building - you guys come up with a lot of cool ideas.

@shawnsatterlee6035 Жыл бұрын

It's gonna eat the main bearings out because they don't know the crank of a 2stroke is sealed. No oil from gear box is lubing the mains. Now with that being said, some bikes the PTO side main is lubed from gear box, but the flywheel side is always lubed from fuel/oil mixture. They should have filled the crank with 15-40 least quarter way b4 putting the block off plate on it. But live n lear! Maybe one day they will actually figure out how a 2stroke operates 🤷‍♂️

@TheShepard5348 Жыл бұрын

@@shawnsatterlee6035 You have to be a machinist to pull it off. I know these guys are smart but I haven't seen any lathe or mill yet - hopefully in the future. You have to cut the shaft to fit in between the bearings and make so it can't shift left or right. This cut fits the bearing - 2nd cut fits the seal 3rd cut fits the engine gear and whatever your driving. Fill the crank cavity with oil and cover the cylinder port with a plate. Output stays dry --- crank bearings stay oiled and the tranny oil stays where it belongs.

@ChainsawFPV Жыл бұрын

I did this from a 250 three wheeler many, many years ago. Sit in with roll cage and lights, power steering, full suspension. Fast and scary. Ended up selling it. Would love to revisit the idea with the knowledge and tools at my disposal now. Would be epic!

@GooseGosselin Жыл бұрын

Gotta say, that pit bike is sweet, I hope to see it get a proper bike engine and transmission on it, I would have been happy to see the Tillotson and a torque convertor on it. BUT, that shifter cart is a dream come true! Can't wait to see a hot lap, well done!

@theejabroni Жыл бұрын

Really feel for you guys. Been watching since the original $50 go kart video and been so proud of the growth you guys and the show has had

@mr.arnoldvlogs8311 Жыл бұрын

Ive been watching since the rat rod wagon, you guys are great

@johnnyrocket6588 Жыл бұрын

Yeah, they are amazing

@thomasotis5616 Жыл бұрын

I remember it being my first cars and cameras video too!

@danteverna4261 Жыл бұрын

Same here, that’s what got me into this hobby in the first place

@BUDZ42045 Жыл бұрын

See if you can get a new motor.

@kullijuusto Жыл бұрын

I've been thinking about a build like this for so long and this video is the sign that i need to build one for myself

@Austin-qq7kt Жыл бұрын

This is why you guys will remain my favorite KZfaqrs for your homemade innovations 👍

@lukearmsby5507 Жыл бұрын

If you guys look at project farms channel he did infact make a cylinder head out of jb weld and jt worked! He also took a grinder to a cylinder head and repaired it with jb weld! That stuff is tough! Love the content guys! All the way from the UK! I would love to come to busco beach with you guys one day!

@lloydyoung7809 Жыл бұрын

See everyone even Professionals break stuff!! 😂 Lol can't wait to see it fixed! Love y'all's videos God bless y'all 🙏👏

@GroundGravel Жыл бұрын

I like the choice of music in this episode! Surprised me, actually!!! And to quote John "be sure to let GPS know that GPS sent ya" I bet it's been a stressful week for you guys. Hang in there! Glad ya got your account back. Love what you provide the community!

@Derf1313 Жыл бұрын

Was wondering why I hadn't had a feed in a couple of days, then found I was no longer subscribed... What a pain, glad y'all got it cleared up. Merry Christmas, & Thanx !

@GaragebandandBeyond Жыл бұрын

Thankfully your video came up like normal on my feed. But man..... that stinks that you guys got hacked.

@CarsandCameras Жыл бұрын

it happens I guess! It was a bummer.

@lonewolfandcub668 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for keeping me sane on long security shifts at night, currently it's nearly 11pm here in UK lol Followed for a long time and keep it up dude, Charles is my spirit animal.

@MrMadenuff Жыл бұрын

@old man strength Nope even if you did there would be an inquisition and accused of assault by the criminal. You have to notify the police, if they could be bothered showing up to do more form filling.

@lonewolfandcub668 Жыл бұрын

@FITNESSOVER45 Yes, to stop them hurting you, other people or themselves. All the guidelines are under the SIA UK security.

@lonewolfandcub668 Жыл бұрын

@@MrMadenuff In my door work I've had to be very involved and you can do defensive strike preemptively if it is to stop them hitting you. It's all proportional response, but yes you've got to be really smart not to lose your license.

@paulwisdom5383 Жыл бұрын

Give a like people. Get these guys back on track 🙏

@mcsstudios101 Жыл бұрын

For holes like that I used to make a plate and pre drill and tap it to the block with sealer or a gasket. Worked like a charm. :)

@twatdidusay304 Жыл бұрын

That's how my dad taught me to do it years ago. You are right, it works perfectly , and lasts forever .

@dljones61 Жыл бұрын

always wanted to do something like this and have to say don't think I've ever seen a chain system spin so fast and I'm an older guy that seen a lot :)

@danielpapp3995 Жыл бұрын

That's pretty cool get the clutch and a shifter extension I think it's going to be unstoppable

@Butters_Stunts Жыл бұрын

Had no idea about your channel, luckily KZfaq threw this video right to the top of my feed like clockwork! Keep up the good work y’all

@dblizz68 Жыл бұрын

JB weld to the rescue. My friends and I used it when we were kids. Running Coleman fuel on a minibike (yes, the lantern fuel). Threw the rid through the side of the block (hole almost as big as a tennis ball). Patched it with jb, replaced the rod and kept riding.

@RearEngineShop Жыл бұрын

Glad you guys got control back. One of my favorite channels on KZfaq.

@bennethpalaganas6923 Жыл бұрын

I've done this before. I'd recommend you use a belt instead of a chain from the engine to the trans like a harley. I found out that the engine tends to break the chain and whip it around overtime. Better be safe. Anyways nice build guys. Can't wait to see the results.

@bradensmith888 Жыл бұрын

Yeah, I was pleasantly surprised how well a simple v belt held up on my engine + trans setup

@YaBoiWeeit Жыл бұрын

I get so excited when I see yalls notification pop up, been here since before the black widow cart, keep up the hard work 🤟

@ethanlebreton5477 Жыл бұрын

Love the jb weld fix my dad did this to the side of a 22r missing a rod and piston and still drove it around when he was younger

@mistermacgray Жыл бұрын

I'm typing this ahead of time but the only thing I see is the crankshaft will create one hell of a vibration because of no piston and con rod to offset the balance of the crank weights so maybe a bolted on counter weight would help. Also a fill plug on the plate would be good to have toom

@looneylonzo28 8 ай бұрын

JB Weld is the bomb. It works in a pickle I had a Husqvarna I ran it lean, put a hole in the piston. JB welded the whole both sides let it sit for 48 hours put it together and it ran for a long time.

@michaelwilen42 Жыл бұрын

To certainly one of your more ambitious projects, awesome job. Nice to see you guys trying something new and incredibly ambitious I've often wondered this one myself

@f250acr007 Жыл бұрын

I thought I did something ! Glad yall are back in action !!!!! 🤙🏼🤙🏼

@kasimdotson2018 Жыл бұрын

glad to still have you guys been watching you since I was a kid love what you do keep it going

@kinkong1961 Жыл бұрын

I hope they caught the A-Holes what a bunch of you know what. so glad to see your back and fighting fit and don't forget to lock tight the nuts lol great video as always.

@johnyhawgleg Жыл бұрын

With the oil injection still on the Yamaha Blaster engine, I would say they ran it out of oil. I had one that was a Vito’s Big Bore Stroker. It was fun and had its moments.

@mitchellmifflin4392 Жыл бұрын

I can almost gauruntee that transmission will hold up to the power, pretty sure that's the exact same transmission that Yamaha uses in the Banshee. They run about 28-30hp stock, I've got one right now that pushes around 50-60hp on that same transmission and it's been fine.

@jlucasound Жыл бұрын

You are going to need to eliminate the crank and replace it with a solid shaft. The flywheel key will never stand up to being right in the middle of your drive train. It would be like trying to replace your master link in the drive chain with a piece of pull chain for a house light.

@TheShepard5348 Жыл бұрын

With my idea of turning an input shaft on the lathe, you could cut the input shaft to fit the secondary pulley of your torque converter (series 30 or 40 --- all the way to a 780) . This gives you a transmission that could be used in most builds -- like a jack shaft mount with gears.

@DunFiddlin Жыл бұрын

Ah, maybe that explains why I had been unsubscribed, was confused this morning seeing this new video but not in my subscription feed, glad you got it back quickly

@tomupchurch4911 Жыл бұрын

JB's a nice fella but he'll only go so far...But it's fkng amazing how far he will go.

@somethingelse2740 Жыл бұрын

You should make that transmission's "engine block off plate" extend all the way back to the rear of the frame and use that as the new engine's mounting plate. Beefy and simple.

@andrewgilbreath1331 Жыл бұрын

Haha I need Ike's shirt "I break stuff" love it, that seems to be my motto lately..

@princeprankster4867 Жыл бұрын

This content is like your old stuff. I LOVE IT!!! Keep on rocking boys.

@joshblainer2652 Жыл бұрын

I love it! Please put a blaster engine on the mini bike, that would be awesome.

@YuckFou2213 Жыл бұрын

File the edges of the clutch basket where the clutch plates slid … it’ll make a world of difference!

@SanDiegoRider Жыл бұрын

Nice to see you guys back in control and onto a new project. Love the content!

@jamesmcgee9279 Жыл бұрын

Goodness fellas! I hope things get back to normal within your channel!

@glasscitysocialclub Жыл бұрын

That explains why I didn't get an alert for this video. Liked and shared. Hope y'all get it leveled out soon.

@igokarts4510 Жыл бұрын

Ike looks like he's put on a little winter padding.

@mr.outsidevibez7577 Жыл бұрын

Glad to have you boys back. If you want to get rid of the pit bike roller please let me know. I’ll buy it.

@FoulLanguage Жыл бұрын

I just realized today that I haven't had a video of your alls in my feed in quite some time. Makes sense on why now. On a positive note, I have like 14 videos to binge haha.

@robsmith1752 Жыл бұрын

Can't wait to see it running fully

@BUILDNIGHT Жыл бұрын

UNBELIEVABLE! Tom and I are right in the middle of doing the exact same thing!!! We are using a blown up Honda 250x motor for the transmission to mate to a 2-stroke snowmobile engine! It has REVERSE too, so great for our Kart….

@mikecsokuly3122 Жыл бұрын

I’ve been watching your channel since part near the beginning I’ve always wondered why you haven’t done it I thought it was like one of those deals that it couldn’t be done. I was going to attempt it myself now that I see you doing it gives me a great idea on how I could use up some of the junk I got laying around.

@jesse1136 Жыл бұрын

I've got a Predator in which the rod used the governor arm to add a custom sunroof in the block. Replaced the rod, JB Weld across the hole (about the same size as the one in your Blaster's case), and it has been running fine. Granted, the hole in mine isn't on the bottom, but I have great faith in your repair.

@TheUncleRuckus Жыл бұрын

It makes me so happy that you guys decided not to part out the Pit Bike!! 👍👍 Poor Ike 😂

@MaxsGarajMahal Жыл бұрын

Mount the engine to the four studs in the top of the Yamaha. Make the plate adjustable for the 212. One stone, two birds.

@HighDefBNG Жыл бұрын

Nice to see some work including a Gearbox for a change.

@dimitrigilbert Жыл бұрын

your "trans-engine" is all out of balance because you removed the piston (but left the counter weight), you can see the whole kart shaking itself loose ^^ you might want to replace the crankshaft by a jackshaft ;) That said, I'm glad seeing you back after the hack :D

@JB-sp6do Жыл бұрын

Hey guys, I did sumthing real similar but i used a comet 40 cvt to go from my honda racing motor to quad trans to atv axle with quad sprocket in my offroad buggy, if i had to guess, ur motor turned faster & with more torque on the sprocket & ur trans had resistance so ur key sheered, i had tried chains on mine at first too but ended up using a beefy cvt to allow for more give & less shock to the drivetrain..good luck, can't wait to c u get urs going!

@sonnycuriazza6135 Жыл бұрын

The rod in that blaster engine here's johnny'd it through the case.

@chesterruggles954 Жыл бұрын

Been watching you guys for years, love what you do. Just wish you would scale back the goofy just a little for the people that are actually mechanicly incline...

@shawnsatterlee6035 Жыл бұрын

The piston dome is chewed up from from bottom end coming apart and going up through the transfer ports. Normally it starts with the thrush washers which usually ends it all, but had few where the lower rod bearing cage came apart also.

@itzchappyyo7592 Жыл бұрын

@ 7:59 those are normal cast marks on a blaster jug. The jug is still good and still usable. I would keep that seeing as a factory Yamaha one is pretty rare now days. Most of them are Chinese replacements. If it says y-1 or y-2 on the side Intake side. its an original Yamaha head. You can get a wiseco crank for These things for about $300 and $200 more you would have a decent blaster engine. Case can be repaired in shop with the correct welding wire and method. Also if the clutch is stuck together just take it apart and pull the fibers and metals apart and scrub with scotch Brite

@upperroomtoo Жыл бұрын

The Blaster flywheel can be used as a charging system to run lights.

@BIllMcCambridge Жыл бұрын

Could you have used the cover for the engine/ trans and extended it out and mounted tilitson to that? Might've been a little cleaner install. Love the show and good luck. Thanks for sharing y'all's talents and adventures!!!

@theodoredugranrut8201 Жыл бұрын

We like the idea and think it will work as long as you can keep engine and trans solid for the primary chains sake. Central California watching

@jaregg Жыл бұрын

The gearbox and crankcase are two different units as far as lubrication is concerned. The hole in the crankcase doesn’t affect the gearbox oil. As far as lubricating the crank, you could probably get away with spraying the bearings with silicone spray lube every few minutes of riding since in the original application, it was lubricated by the 2 stroke oil mixed in the gas.

@RacePhreak Жыл бұрын

Always lovely to see y'all wrenching!

@CaneAtvse Жыл бұрын

I had a yard kart back in the day someone had thrown a small pitbike frame an motor on and stretched the kart frame to fit chopped up bike frame... it was 9nly like a 50cc motor and wasn't very fast but man Was it fun to drift and shift thru those gears... I had plans later to put a Honda 250 3 wheeler motor with the hi lo gear trans on a full sized frame that had a jack shaft and full suspension on it and have some real fun... never got to tho

@SocketSlinger Жыл бұрын

Ty guys, always stoked to see a new video. Wish yaul wasn't so far from me. I'm in eastern Burke county and always working on stuff like yaul do without the awesome tools though 😆. Can't wait to see the rail at Shadyside. Merry Christmas to you all!

@ktmcc4360 Жыл бұрын

Glad you got it handled.

@mfree80286 Жыл бұрын

Probably a good idea to make a fake crankshaft, eventually... get those counterweights out of there because it's unbalanced without the piston and rod on it, which is why it was shaking so bad. Takes care of the bad threads, too... that's machine work though. Could live with the threads, weld a chunk between the throws and start cutting and grinding until it's just a straight shaft, leaving thrust bearing surfaces in place and such.

@wyit5223 Жыл бұрын

Get that Algo! Up-toot for 'engagement'

@briancaudill9530 Жыл бұрын

This May be a little off topic but can y'all give us an update on the situation of the break in. ( Have y'all retrieved missing items ) I check daily to see if you have put any videos out and really do enjoy the programming. Thanks for the effort that y'all give to entertain us all.

@naxxx44 Жыл бұрын

Y'all should definitely turn that plate into a trophy base

@loddude5706 Жыл бұрын

Ike the locksmith . . . 'Just cuttin' more keys' . . . It'll be a success - & nothing sucks seeds better than a beak-less parrot : )

@Thomas-fo9zu Жыл бұрын

Definitely different, I bet y'all will get to thrash it! Can't wait!

@deangelolawson6184 Жыл бұрын

Words can't explain how happy i am to see y'all are back

@36oldseight Жыл бұрын

Glad you were able to regain control quickly! Many don't have the same luck! Keep up the fun content!

@henkoosterhof5947 Жыл бұрын

The flywheel is used in the differend rotation now thus loosening the nut. Put the sprocket directly on the shaft. But then the cranckshaft could deform.

@jghunts5784 Жыл бұрын

I was wondering why it said I was unsubscribed. Glad you guys are back!

@LarryAshley-lz4fs Жыл бұрын

I had idea how mating these two items together would even work. I have several Blaster motors and cores from building them in YSR 50's. My son and his friends have about 6 different Predator type motor builds on contraptions mush like you guys build. So now my brain gears are turning, we might try to mimic this set up, so crazy, it might even work.