The rules are per WKA. for an 8 yearold you will want to run a "box stock"
Briggs 5hp un-modified You will need to run a ..425 purple restrictor and an
RLV B91 muffler, I suggest a a12-14" header, .930 diameter. I suggest using
a Ratech/Noram or Max Torque 6 spring clutch with 15 teeth.
The 12 year old can use the same kart, however he can also run unrestricted
Briggs 5 hp or the Yamaha KT100 with an SSX restricted exhaust muffler.
For 2001 the NT's (so i'm told) will have two kart classes. The stock briggs
class is one and the other encompasses all the other WKA engine variations
appropriate to age of the competitor.
Unless you plan on buying two karts your best bet is to have both boys run
in the Spec Briggs class.
rick
----- Original Message -----
From: "Millers" <bljj@adelphia.net>
To: "autox - submit" <autox@autox.team.net>
Sent: Sunday, January 14, 2001 10:32 AM
Subject: Help with a Kid Kart
> I am considering buying a Kart for my 8 year old and could use a little
> advice. The main purpose of the Kart will be for autox.
>
> My understanding is a Kart has to run in it's WKA (or whatever)
> configuration.
>
> I recently saw a Top Kart - Mini Kart with a Comer 80cc motor. The sales
> guy said there are no restrictors, etc. required.
> 1. Is this OK for autox, ( a Tour and or Divisional)?
> 2. What Kart class would it run?
> 3. Do they have minimum weight requirements?
> 4. This Kart has a 900mm wheel base, is that required for 8 year old kids?
> 5. Can he use a larger (1040mm) Kart, or is there some Jr requirement?
> 6. About the motor, should we really be looking for a 100cc ( or Briggs)
> motor and run a restrictor until he gets older?
>
> I also have a 12 year old who has shown interest,
> 7. Could I get one Kart for both of them to share?
> I suspect the 12 year old is perhaps too big for the Mini Kart
>
> At the NEDIV last year I think Wade Scannell's kids had this make of Kart
> but don't recall the model or the engine type. If anyone has more details
> please let me know.
>
>
> Thanks
> Bob Miller (on the digest)
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