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We used to build these in our garages and race when I was 9 and older.
Also go-karts; we built some that would go close to 100 mph. Not really a good idea with the wheel bearing available back then, lol. We raced mainly at a dirt track in Mansfield, Tx. Never could come close to affording a formula 1 car, though. My sister built her own, too. Good races today, started early, at 7 am.
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Very cool. What kind of engine and transmission.We used to build these in our garages and race when I was 9 and older.
Also go-karts; we built some that would go close to 100 mph. Not really a good idea with the wheel bearing available back then, lol. We raced mainly at a dirt track in Mansfield, Tx. Never could come close to affording a formula 1 car, though. My sister built her own, too. Good races today, started early, at 7 am.
I'm rebuilding a Sharp mini car for my grandson . It had a 3 speed with reverse Tecumseh transmission and 8 hr vertical shaft engine. Like the picture but red. It was a Shriner's car I bought in Arlington about 25 years ago. My son and I drove in a couple 4th of July parades and to our bank drive thru every week for 3-4 years.
We celebrate the freedom others have bought us with their ultimate sacrifice and we thank them.
All kinds. The 5-6 years olds car classes were usually 2 horsepower or so, on up to full midgets with Chevy or Ford V8-60's. Offenhauser made some engines for that class as well. I preferred the Hondas on our go karts when we could get them, usually from cannibalizing bikes. Cushmans also made some engines, and of course a lot of lawnmowers got pilfered for engines for poor boys cars. WE built a twin engine Honda go kart death trap once, far too powerful for the frame and steering to handle, almost killed my brother, going probably 80 mph and missed a curve. Fortunately he rolled in soft dirt and away from the kart.
Quarter midget racing - Wikipedia
Pretty cool. I've seen those in the Shriner parades here too.
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In the 1960s, go-karts were known for their speed and popularity, with some reaching speeds of 70-80 mph. Racing was a widespread activity, and tracks were popping up across the country. Go-karts were a significant part of the culture, with many kids dreaming of owning one.
Here's a more detailed look at the go-kart scene of the 1960s:
Speed and Performance:
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Doing 80 mph 2 inches off the ground feels like 500 mph.
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In the 1960s, go-karts were known for their speed and popularity, with some reaching speeds of 70-80 mph. Racing was a widespread activity, and tracks were popping up across the country. Go-karts were a significant part of the culture, with many kids dreaming of owning one.
Here's a more detailed look at the go-kart scene of the 1960s:
Speed and Performance:
- While some recreational go-karts were limited to lower speeds, racing karts were capable of much higher speeds.
- Shift karts could reach speeds up to 99 mph, while superkarts could go even faster, exceeding 155 mph.
- Some karts, like those used by "Pappy" Hampton, were engineered for speed and raced at tracks like Marlboro Speedway.
- Go-kart racing was a popular sport in the 1960s, with tracks and events springing up across the country.
- The Isle of Man even hosted a Go-Kart Grand Prix, believed to be the first of its kind.
- Go-karts were a common sight at drive-in theaters and other recreational locations.
- They were a significant part of the youth culture, with many kids dreaming of owning or racing one.
- The Rupp Kart was a popular model, and some participants even had a "Rupp Tattoo" from leaning into corners.
- The Fox Karts was another popular brand.
- Vintage Karts like the Cool Cart, Caper Cart, Swoopster, and Jo-Cart were also part of the scene.
Doing 80 mph 2 inches off the ground feels like 500 mph.
Not many posters here, so it shouldn't matter much. Maybe three people are interested in go karts and midget racing, so a separate thread would be useless. You can eat brisket at the races. lol
Midgets and karts aren't 'muscle cars', in any case, maybe 60 HP or so for th efull midgets, maybe 35 -40 on the top end karts.
lol it's cheap and greasy, and needs work, almost an art form these days to make it tender and tasty.
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It's a process of patience...but so worth it...
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Once it's chilled and sliced thin and piled high, he won't care...
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Sooo good...there used to be delis and butcher shops who smoked their own....not so much these days...
If you have a smoker, give it a try some day...If you don't have a smoker, think about getting one...Watch for some sales on electric ones....you'll never roast a ham or turkey again...lol
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It is an art form...get a good cut, though and....
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Indeed....I hope everyone who didn't spend the entire weekend here complaining had an opportunity to do just that...This is also the time when many are celebrating graduations, from Pre-school to PhDs...
And birthdays... bridal and baby showers... and the countdown to summer...
I was a ER doctor in Graham for several years. I took care of a kid that flipped his go-kart in his front yard. The engine struck him on the back of his head. The ceramic part of the spark plug stuck into his head and broke off. He was bleeding profusely. I gave him blood and stabilized him. I sent him to Childrens in Ft Worth via Careflight. The spark plug was in the venous sinus between the two hemispheres. The Neuro surgeon removed the plug and repaired the venous sinus and the kid was later discharged with ZERO brain damage. The kid and his mom visited me a few weeks later. I nick named him sparky and it stuck.All kinds. The 5-6 years olds car classes were usually 2 horsepower or so, on up to full midgets with Chevy or Ford V8-60's. Offenhauser made some engines for that class as well. I preferred the Hondas on our go karts when we could get them, usually from cannibalizing bikes. Cushmans also made some engines, and of course a lot of lawnmowers got pilfered for engines for poor boys cars. WE built a twin engine Honda go kart death trap once, far too powerful for the frame and steering to handle, almost killed my brother, going probably 80 mph and missed a curve. Fortunately he rolled in soft dirt and away from the kart.
Quarter midget racing - Wikipedia
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Pretty cool. I've seen those in the Shriner parades here too.
If he had been hit in the neck it would have paralyzed or killed him.