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Originally Posted by Masteryota
Will this be an on road only kart? The live axle will cause tire scrub on pavement, the stub axle is actually preferred for on pavement use as it allows tight turning radius. I would be hesitant to use a standard steel axle for a hard ram kart. A 1.25" or flexproof axle might do better. I know the kart racers use hollow chromo axle that have some flex without bending. Probly not cost effective in this use. Think about adding a center support bearing to keep the flex to a minimum.
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Yes. I wanted a torque converter to power me up and down the hills at around the house, so that is why I cut off existing stub (dead) axle. Seeing as this is going to be a rigid kart, I could not imagine being off road with it. I already ordered the axle. Hopefully all works out. Maybe I can add a center support once I get axle mounted with the two hangers. I pla on keeping this I am investing money in a learning project. Who knows maybe one day this thing will get a suspension.