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With the engine, clutch and chain installed, the chain can be adjusted by making minor adjustments to the placement of the engine. If the engine is moved all the way forward, the chain will be too loose and could come off the sprocket. If it is moved all the way to the rear, it will be too tight and could break. A loose chain is a hazard, so either of these situations is to be avoided. Position the engine so that the chain has good tension, but is not overly tight.
- Once you've determined the proper positioning of the engine, secure it to the mounting plate by tightening down the lock-nuts securely on the mounting bolts using the appropriate wrenches. Locking nuts will help prevent the engine from coming loose from its mount under vibration.
Note
- A chain deflector is an important safety feature. It could prevent injury in the event that the chain ever breaks or comes loose. If the chain breaks, the deflector prevents it from flying into the kart.
- After the go-kart has had some use, the position of the engine may need to be fine-tuned later to re-adjust the chain tension.
- A split plastic-covering is used to cover the exposed portion of the axles.
- Measure the length of the exposed portion of the axle, cut sections of the axle-covering to the appropriate length, and install one on each of the four axles. The slit in the covering allows it to slide easily into place. Make certain that the axle rotates freely inside the axle guard.
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