Suzuki GS450 Lawn Mower Build

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We build a racing lawn mower with a Suzuki GS450 6 speed motorcycle engine! Turns out there are a lot of definitions of a "racing lawn mower", this one is basically a motorcycle engine go kart with a vintage lawn mower hood installed. We've done a lawn mower based racing lawn mower in the past, so we thought we'd try something different with this go kart build!
We bent the tubing for the frame rails, welded it together, fabricated engine mounts and gussets, installed a live axle, custom steering linkage, cut the exhaust off (oops) and ripped it, all in one episode!
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@catchemup_jon636 Жыл бұрын

Coming back after about 4 years and glad to see you guys are still at your old shenanigans🫡

@HoustonHughesTV Жыл бұрын

Ahhh, I remember the first racing mower you guys built. Hard to believe it's been 6 years ago. The mower pulley swap was your first video i ever saw, (immediately subscribed!)

@williamstamper442 Жыл бұрын

Dang it's been 6 years? Wow, didn't even realize that until reading this!

@user-sr9in2es8b Жыл бұрын

I remember the riding tractor with the predator Vtwin. that is on the dragrail now. and I also remember when Ike flipped it at sixty MPH on the pavement. luckily he didn't get hurt, it did damage a couple cooling fins on the one head, and that was about it. definitely pretty lucky.

@ImConstantlyDrunk Жыл бұрын

Ike looked so sad when he was doing wiring all day. 20:55 I was hoping to see a third flashlight pop into frame. I love where this channel is going and what it has become. I love the Rickyism from Charles. I love how the trio is united and working so hard to make the thing. I think the Mower kart, Lawn Kart, Go Mower, whatever it is it's honestly EXACTLY what we expect from you guys, and it shows just how good at building these things you guys really are. I think the switch to one video per week was a wise decision. Thanks for the content, the laughs and continued fun times.

@AT_motors Жыл бұрын

I'm getting flashbacks of Ike's rollover. Be safe fellas

@dustinmiller7278 Жыл бұрын

No he ain't on the road and he ain't in a stock height the riding mower he's basically on a go-kart here so unless he really tries he's not flipping it

@CarsandCameras Жыл бұрын

We made the seat looowww for that reason!

@Ratkill9000 Жыл бұрын

Yeah this one is at the proper height. I'm sure with a few mods it could actually race in sanctioned race mower races.

@ajm2487 Жыл бұрын

@@CarsandCameras one thing that surprised me was that if you mess with the gearing a lot of stock mower engines can go 50 mph

@nicktriplett1976 Жыл бұрын

Ejecting the dipstick he called it 😅

@CarsandCameras Жыл бұрын

Not bad for a week's work! A little rough around the edges, but with a little more work this thing will be a ripper!

@shrugger1 Жыл бұрын

yeah, that's pretty freakin cool.

@moomoomeadows7526 Жыл бұрын

not a lawnmower. if you used a lawnmower frame it would be better.

@cmd8718 Жыл бұрын

You guys Ever try the trash bag method to put tires on?

@panikrev175 Жыл бұрын

@@moomoomeadows7526 True, but if they made this thing actually cut grass, it could be. Otherwise it’s a fancy garden tractor, which isn’t a bad thing..

@michaelblacktree Жыл бұрын

I love the "racing tractor" look.

@partystarter425 Жыл бұрын

Wow, production value has skyrocketed since you guys changed your upload schedule, and it is absolutely incredible. Good job guys, keep up the good work!!

@JunkyardDigs Жыл бұрын

A new video at small block Ford O'Clock, hell yeah🤘

@IsaacsGarage8 Жыл бұрын

You brought back the racing lawn mower idea!! I remember the one you guys did 5 years ago XD

@carwynvan Жыл бұрын

Esthetically one of my favourites you've done. Super compact and definitely form following function

@DyckRyk Жыл бұрын

This is so cool! Callback to the older builds I'd say. Imagine 7 yrs ago attempting this build in the time period. You guys have come so far and it's great to see. Keep it up, don't let your meat loaf

@CarsandCameras Жыл бұрын

This would’ve been a 2 month build! Think about how long the rat rod wagon took!

@williamstamper442 Жыл бұрын

Like they say old truck drivers never die. They just get a new Peterbilt

@Doug791 Жыл бұрын

I had a US import GS450 here in the UK many years ago. I remember it being quite a torquey motor for a 450.

@TechKnowCSS Жыл бұрын

NICE TO SEE YOU STARTED AND "FINISHED" ONE PROJECT IN ONE VIDEO. NOW ALL YOU HAVE TO DO IS FINISH YOUR OTHER 100'S OF PROJECTS, I.E. ORIGINAL RAIL DRAGSTER, NEWER DIRT DRAG RAIL, THE MICRO CAR, SO MANY MORE.

@cliffhooker6019 Жыл бұрын

Charles, from an experienced small engine mechanic, use a pair of vise grips on the lip of the rim and you don't have to use and possibly hurt your knees. Keep up to awesome work guys! SEMPER FI!

@IGrocker Жыл бұрын

I just learned this trick myself. Sure made things a lot easier!

@LITTLE1994 Жыл бұрын

A lawn mower into what's basically a go-kart. Crazy.

@jooch_exe Жыл бұрын

7:00 i used to have an improvised oven which would preheat the tire to 50C. World of difference.

@TheMlc4life Жыл бұрын

Cross country road trip using that mower would be sick!

@baileytillman7144 Жыл бұрын

First time watching the channel. Within a minute and a half you had the intro, brief overview of the project, what your using it for, and then straight to work. Instant subscribe from me.

@markysspotlight2472 Жыл бұрын

Roll cage over the driver will complete the tractor mower "look" and improve safety! Great job so far it looks like it rips! 👍

@twiztedmowers2 Жыл бұрын

Yes finally another mower build.

@JohnHill-jm7tm Жыл бұрын

You guys continue to be amazing in what you dream up👍. This Old Man from Washington NC hoping you post videos of the weekend. Love you Guys 🛵🧔💝💝💝

@joshreumann2349 Жыл бұрын

"Rusty" white wheels would go perfect with this theme

@coinstipatedtexan83 Жыл бұрын

This is what we need more of.

@glencalhoun9544 Жыл бұрын

That's incredibly Beast AF!!! I Love It Brothers!!! Y'all killed that shat!!! I Love these front engine Karts y'all have made!!! They're so small and fast AF!!! The yard dart was my fave till this came into existence!!! Yez Zir!!!

@That1E_K1129 Жыл бұрын

You guys build THE BEST builds on YT. Always unique and one of a kind. That's what makes me keep coming back.

@TucsonHippy Жыл бұрын

Cool vid you guys just keep getting er done. Charles the saying I like when I find a diferent way to do something is "Never tell someone it wont work when they are making it work"

@northqueenslandmowerracing4764 Жыл бұрын

Hey guys we normally put the clutch leaver on the shifter stick to help with convenience accessibility and speed of shifting plus weight saving and simplistic but great looking build well done neat build

@jmrides777 Жыл бұрын

Nice gents, nice! Just seen this on my cel...going to watch on the big screen. You guys do a great job with your content. You guys inspire me to get off my butt and get in the shop!

@Canadian_Craftsman Жыл бұрын

HANDS DOWN MY FAVORITE PROJECT!!✊️🔥✌️💚

@stevevanleeuwen8815 Жыл бұрын

I like the new once-a-week format, 30-40 minutes for a video is good.

@juliangonzales4244 Жыл бұрын

man this video had me looking for engines and frames before it even ended!!! dope stuff

@adamwolfy4826 Жыл бұрын

Ive had a really crappy day, this made it a bit better 🤘

@lotuselanplus2s Жыл бұрын

Looking good so far, that said, i dont like the linkage system between the steering wheel and second steering shaft, you could put an 18 tooth sprocket behind the steering wheel and another on the shaft and connect them together with a drive chain. you could also play with the steering ratio by changing sprockets.

@lukasboyer3099 Жыл бұрын

when you guys said new bike you are working on you got me excited and interested to see what it is

@ryanthechevyguy8 5 ай бұрын

i remember the first racing lawn mower you guys built 6 years ago. defidenty inspired me to build a mudmower its so much fun. id love to see the first racing lawn mower brought back on the channel

@mikesmith8557 Жыл бұрын

You guys really knocked this build out of the park

@GoPowerSports Жыл бұрын

Whew, that looks wicked fast!

@MultiHotrod74 Жыл бұрын

Thank you to whoever does your audio. So many channels, the music is blaring, and I can't friggin hear them speak. Yours is well balanced. The new cart looks fun! Tempts me to build something!

@griffithracingteam2412 Жыл бұрын

thanks for the suspension tips. I've always been buffaloed by clicker settings and you helped me a ton with just a few tips. thanks again

@peterherrington3300 Жыл бұрын

Loving the bike engine projects. Cheap quick & reliable. Top 6 on grand prix lap definitely .

@jamiem6792 Жыл бұрын

I appreciate the "full build" videos. Good decision on less is more.

@docm3093 Жыл бұрын

Awesome build! Can't wait to see footage from the meet!

@Wreckedekcoupe Жыл бұрын

This thing is wicked for only a weeks worth of work.

@tylerjoswald8247 Жыл бұрын

I recently picked up a Suzuki GS650 for 200 bucks. Was difficult to resist doing this exact same thing. Thanks for doing this build for me so I can see what I’m missing

@shk2564 Жыл бұрын

I absolutely love that thing! I can’t wait to see it when you get it all finished up and the details done! ❤

@bunnysparklzbunnytime5117 Жыл бұрын

Woot woot new lawnmower build!!!

@kileawesome Жыл бұрын

You guys inspired me to make my racing mower and I’m seriously considering swapping a 550 in it. Congrats on the build!

@Y2daT420 Жыл бұрын

Ive got a 4cyl KZ650 in a rigid 4 wheeler drag frame located in 28504

@kileawesome Жыл бұрын

@@Y2daT420 That sounds terrifying lol

@shanco73 Жыл бұрын

Love the look of that lawn cart

@fortyfukinseven Жыл бұрын

I think I learned the ratchet strap thing from y'all. I bought a mini bike and replaced the tires. Couldn't get it to seat, and the tire shop wanted like $40 each or something insane. You saved me.

@AjaxCustomsRc Жыл бұрын

Y’all your try out a chain driven system for the steering instead of the linkage to eliminate the need of the stop in the future. Amazing build!

@jaimeduenas4162 Жыл бұрын

Love it! My favorite one so far. Great job on it fellas.

@retro440 Жыл бұрын

You guys are approaching the limit of just how much fun you're allowed to have!!! Great vid, great project.

@Saltysteele Жыл бұрын

Oh yeah, this is what I've been wanting to see you build! That dude is BA!! Once kinks are ironed out, it is going to SCREAM! 🔥

@adambriscoe02 Жыл бұрын

Very possibly one of the coolest things ever built!

@dbomber69 Жыл бұрын

You could have made a chain drive steering. Put a sprocket on the steering wheel and run the chain straight down to another sprocket welded to a rod that runs to the front. Use universal joints if needed. Change the steering response by changing sprockets.

@ryanrangel71 Жыл бұрын

Y'all are so smart and good teamwork

@LogicalJay Жыл бұрын

Sweet style! Love the look of that thing.

@toddabbott781 Жыл бұрын

Too bad you did not put better suspension on that. Seeing some small coil overs sticking out the sides of that hood would have looked killer. You also could have shortened the pipe coming off the intake header to give the carb more room. Floating fenders on the front and some head lights would have looked cool too and put a cylinder gas tank in the back. Put a belly pan under it and tractor fenders in the back. You might like patina, but that thing would look great in cherry red with some white pin striping and white frame. I also think you need a muffler.

@jaredemanouil7071 Жыл бұрын

Been pumped for this one

@zacharyh6760 Жыл бұрын

Dude... that thing is awesome

@coxandsonmachine2128 Жыл бұрын

Cool build thanks for sharing your build with us.

@gnomehunter42c Жыл бұрын

one of the best sounding builds

@Jeffrose_ Жыл бұрын

Outstanding.

@lesheath6216 Жыл бұрын

This is truly badass!

@jamesbeemer2477 Жыл бұрын

Add some scoops to the side of the hood to direct air flow befor you blow a head gasket. Great job on the build thing looks and sounds awesome wish I could drive it. Can’t wait for more great videos.

@chris239v8 Жыл бұрын

One of the best builds you guys have ever done!

@ProblemChild-xk7ix Жыл бұрын

That turned out very, very nice. Really cool looking machine. Love the lawnmower hood.

@edwardstephens247 Жыл бұрын

Looking good guys!

@kacperbobrowski7444 Жыл бұрын

I’d love to see bigger builds from these guys imagine like a mx5 miata cross kart or like a homemade offroad tank !

@petermason2381 Жыл бұрын

Best looking build you’ve ever done

@chrisbullard5901 Жыл бұрын

Looking great! This is a dumb question, but with the carb right in front of the steering column, couldn’t you just fab a 90 degree bend pipe for an “intake manifold”, and have the carburetor protrude out the right side of the lawnmower hood? Besides solving the steering problem, you could make a mean ram-air scoop or just let the air filter hang open in the breeze, and instantly get cooler air at a higher density, perfect for low-end torque.

@bretwill9417 Жыл бұрын

Awesome build guys!

@-jeffreybollenbach- Жыл бұрын

Guys I'm loving it butttt I think it's time for what we all want. V8 powered lawnmower

@projectrubberband Жыл бұрын

Love the build!

@sekou777 Жыл бұрын

This was an awesome watch… 🍻

@Underpantsniper Жыл бұрын

That thing is sooooooo cool looking!!

@williamerentfro9543 Жыл бұрын

Great job guys 😁 rock on!

@jeeper426 Жыл бұрын

this is bringing back the OG RatRod Wagon build vibes, in the best sort of way, this thing is Sweet, and looks absolutely Epic!

@jamesbigham9036 Жыл бұрын

You guys are amazing I love the lawn mower it is truly bad ass.

@Leek2x Жыл бұрын

New favorite build!

@nhenderson2094 Жыл бұрын

You boys are inspirational. Keep doing what you do!!!

@ipoopmuffins Жыл бұрын

one of your best builds yet. i really like that engine and lawn mower cover together, perfect fit and great patina

@benscootin4329 Жыл бұрын

A lil dawn soap and water in a spray bottle goes a long way. ❤

@harleyj3938 Жыл бұрын

Awesome build!

@Coalblack79k10 Жыл бұрын

This is a awesome machine one of my top 5 favorites of the carsandcameras fleet 👍

@CamberKitesurfing Жыл бұрын

I think this is the best yet!

@ghomerhust Жыл бұрын

looks absolutely fantastic! i would want to do dual STACKS for exhaust, a couple small mufflerators pointing straight up with little flappers on it like a true tractor!

@crazymower4343 Жыл бұрын

Yessssss!