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build my own pedal car/kart

  • 14-01-2015 02:31AM
    #1
    berger89
    Closed Accounts Posts: 387 ✭✭


    a notion i'm just after getting!
    really want to do something different. something to keep myself busy for the next while. was looking at one or two sites about building a pedal car. i'm not even sure what the correct term is but something basic along the lines of the attachment.
    is it as easy to build as it looks? i should add, not that it matters, I'm a lady ( ;) ) so my knowledge on parts/where to get them is very very limited!

    any advice very welcome!


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  • #2
    job seeker
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,137 ✭✭✭job seeker


    Id say you showed go into one of the toy shops and have a look at the pedal go karts. As it's literally the same idea.

    http://jmhcycles.co.uk/image/cache/data/Go%20kart%20Berg%20Extra%20Blue%20AF-800x800.jpg


  • #3
    berger89
    Closed Accounts Posts: 387 ✭✭berger89


    the idea is the same but i want a different shape/model and stuff. and possibly even some of it made from wood, not plastic


  • #4
    SeamusG97
    Closed Accounts Posts: 384 ✭✭SeamusG97


    Hi berger89
    What is the main area of interest in the project. Is it about the design of the frame and driving gear or is it something else e.g. a body that would fit over the chassis/frame?
    The design in the photo looks a bit minimalist and as said by job seeker could be easily bought in any cycle or toy shop.
    What would you use it for? - A recumbent bike/go kart/novelty?
    There are lots of technologies/approaches available, from conventional metal fabrication to laminated wood to composites for the frame. and many more if you were considering putting anything else on that frame. Likewise a corresponding variety of costs / difficulty.


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