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by Rich-Johnson
Mon Dec 31, 2007 12:25 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Oil Gas Ratio for West Bend ???
Replies: 2
Views: 4933

Re: Oil Gas Ratio for West Bend ???

Rich, I think that's about right (for gas). I've been running a TAD (O.K. let's find out what a TAD actually is) richer....16:1 is 8 oz oil to 1 gallon gas. I've been using 9 oz Klotz Super Techniplate to the gallon, but I foul plugs rather regularly, so I'm going to go to 16:1 or a TAD less. :D Oh...
by Rich-Johnson
Sat Dec 22, 2007 3:34 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Oil Gas Ratio for West Bend ???
Replies: 2
Views: 4933

Oil Gas Ratio for West Bend ???

Hey Guys...I run my Yamaha KT100 at 16 to 1 (Klotz Super) Is this too much oil for my West Bend 580 ??? Not really too sure what ratio to use...don't wanna foul any plugs :mrgreen:

Thanks....Rich
by Rich-Johnson
Wed Nov 28, 2007 3:13 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Tire Pressure Anyone ???
Replies: 6
Views: 8882

Re: Tire Pressure Anyone ???

Hi Rich- Try running 18-20 psi in the front and 20-22 in the rear. That should be a good starting point. From there, you can fine tune it to your liking. A +/- 2 psi pressure differential seems to work well. In some cases you may have to exaggerate the differences to get the back end to break loose...
by Rich-Johnson
Sun Nov 25, 2007 6:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Tire Pressure Anyone ???
Replies: 6
Views: 8882

Tire Pressure Anyone ???

Hey guys...Any idea what tire (tube) pressure I should run with some 4.10/3.50-5 and 4.10/3.50-6 tires. They are mounted on 2 piece steel rims with matching tubes...Thanks everyone !!! Rich
by Rich-Johnson
Fri Nov 02, 2007 12:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Tire Size Recommendations Please
Replies: 4
Views: 6239

Re: Tire Size Recommendations Please

Rob Voska wrote:I'd stick with stock on that make and year of kart.
OK....yeah...I've been looking around...didn't see much that would work besides the stock sizes....Rich
by Rich-Johnson
Tue Oct 30, 2007 11:35 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Tire Size Recommendations Please
Replies: 4
Views: 6239

Re: Tire Size Recommendations Please

Rob Voska wrote:Is this for your Dart kart?
Yeah Rob..my Fart Kart...I mean my Dart Kart :lol:
by Rich-Johnson
Mon Oct 29, 2007 1:03 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Tire Size Recommendations Please
Replies: 4
Views: 6239

Tire Size Recommendations Please

Hello everyone,

I'm going to buy some new slicks for my kart and I was looking for some recommendations on what size tire I should use....should I stick with the stock sizes ??? Fronts are 3.40/3.00-5...backs were either a 4.10/3.50-6 or a 12 X 4.00-6.

Thanks !!!

Rich
by Rich-Johnson
Fri Sep 21, 2007 12:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: How do I reverse drive an engine
Replies: 2
Views: 5008

How do I reverse drive an engine

Just curious....how do I change a motor from a clockwise drive to a counter clockwise drive...what parts would I need...is this an easy task ???

Thanks guys :D

Rich
by Rich-Johnson
Sun Sep 16, 2007 8:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Spark plug question West Bend 580
Replies: 2
Views: 5521

Spark plug question West Bend 580

Does anybody know the correct brand and # spark plug I should be using on a stock West Bend 580 with points. It currently has a Champion # J19LM...it's seems to be burning nice and brown but the top (white part) of the plug is too fat for the boot....it's splitting the original rubber boot and falli...
by Rich-Johnson
Thu Sep 13, 2007 11:24 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Where can I get some new VINTAGE tires ???
Replies: 5
Views: 7660

Re: Where can I get some new VINTAGE tires ???

Rob Voska wrote:Most all the Azusa stuff is available from APS. (American Power Sports) A long time suporter of TBO!
OK Thanks for the info Rob...I'll order my stuff from them ;)