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6 Mar 2001, 05:41 (Ref:68755)
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I own one. Swift model, but looking to upgrade in the future to maybe Ax6 or Ax7. I havent started racing yet but plan to within in weeks. I am currently looking of joining a club but unsure what one to choose. There would be 3 or 4 within a hour but the closest one is looking likely.
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7 Mar 2001, 13:46 (Ref:69152)
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Hi Brocky..I think I am one of only a handfull of kart racers that frequent these parts..but i have an AX6 and run in clubman light..dont know where you are based but im in the Albury/Wodonga club on the NSW/Vic border..I started in 98 as a driver but have been involved since 1995 as a pit crew member..sadly i havent raced for a while due to a lack of finances..I love karting and hope to get back into it again one day..who knows maybe we will end up on the same track one day
 good luck to ya in ya racing exploits and hope you get as much out of the sport as I have. meanwhile heres a pic of me at full speed. oh yeah check out my site at [url]www.geocities.com/racing_au[/url didnt work i will try again
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7 Mar 2001, 13:50 (Ref:69156)
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hope this one works
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9 Mar 2001, 10:58 (Ref:69591)
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Yes i have one as well,after two seasons of running a 125 gearbox kart i have moved up to a 250 superkart.
I finished 4th in the NZ champs a few weeks ago in my second outing,still a few seconds a lap to slow to keep up with the fast guys though. If you get the chance try some road racing,it beats the sprint racing,bigger circuits,faster speeds and more fun! |
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9 Mar 2001, 11:24 (Ref:69599)
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Well as usual I have the offbeat reply to this post,
My 16 year old son had to come up with a metal work project, so we settled on a go cart. Got some ideas for the frame and steering from the net. Then needed a motor. He got lucky and found a 100cc Yamaha 2 stroke road bike motor, with mounting frame (for a mini bike - don't ask!) and a four speed box. It runs, no exhaust system so I was deafened! All for $50. Now I hope he has learnt to weld better than me. One of us could end up hurt here. |
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10 Mar 2001, 00:40 (Ref:69732)
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Just a quick question, is there a maximum height that kart drivers can practically be?
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10 Mar 2001, 06:08 (Ref:69786)
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I have seen some quite tall fellas racing karts langers..well over 6 foot..but its not a major concern i guess ..if you can fit in one and are comfotable then there shouldnt be a problem..aerodynamics arent that important in karting but i guess it would have a little effect..Im a short bloke so I dont know about being to big for a kart..I actually have a cusion behind me and the pedals adjusted fully so i can reach.
but if a 6 or maybe even 7 foot guy wants to race then why not if he can find a kart that he can fit in of course. |
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10 Mar 2001, 11:06 (Ref:69811)
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Marcus - Thanks for your reply. I'm 15 yo and 6' 2" (appx 185cm), and judging by the karts at the Australian GP, it looked as though some of the guys were struggling to fit into the karts.
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10 Mar 2001, 11:33 (Ref:69820)
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Time for a Career Change
Langers,
Have you thought of basketball? |
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10 Mar 2001, 12:11 (Ref:69827)
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Mr Langers, I have a friend who is about your height that races karts. His kart has the front section, where the pedals mount to, extended a few inches. Stevenson Kart Services in Sydney can probably help you out.
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11 Mar 2001, 12:08 (Ref:70035)
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Re: Time for a Career Change
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16 Mar 2001, 01:53 (Ref:71560)
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Too Tall????
Folks,
I'm 6'5", I have been racing karts and been involved in karting since the early 1960's. The last kart I raced was ZIP Bandit with a modified PCR 135cc reed valve engine. I had the front porch of the kart extended about 4". But I was racing Long-Track events, so the rules were prety different than sprints. Don't let tall get in your way, but try too keep your weight down and fitness up as much as possible. Karts give you a real workout. John Skuja Crew Chief OFR Extreme SuperKarts http://www.ravens-roost.com/ofr/ofr.html |
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21 Mar 2001, 05:50 (Ref:73228)
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I wouldn't let your height get in you're way. I'm 6'4" and have won a number of championships. The most important thing to keep in mind though, is to ensure that you get the correct weight distribution. Don't be tempted to move your seat back to far as your balance will be affected. I instead keep both my seat and pedals in a standard position, but extend the steering column so that my knees don't get in the way.
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