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How to fix a Predator 212 that is not starting

This is a very common problem to come across if you haven’t run the engine for a long time. 8 out of 10 times, the carburetor is not providing the engine with enough fuel which is causing this problem. This is usually due to the main jet of the carburetor getting clogged. In some cases,…

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Predator 212 doesn’t run without choke – Fixed

If your Predator 212 is only running with the choke turned on, then the problem is the Air-Fuel Mixture. To be specific, the engine is getting too much Air but not enough fuel for combustion. So when you turn on the choke, some of the air gets blocked and the engine runs smoothly. The fix…

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What does a jackshaft do on a Go-Kart?

In a Go-Kart or a Mini Bike, a jackshaft is a shaft between the Axle and the Engine’s Crankshaft. It is used as an intermediary in the power transmission from the engine to the wheel. There are two main purposes for using a jackshaft on a Go-kart or a minibike, the first reason is to…

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20 Series vs 30 Series Torque converter

If you’ve been looking for a torque converter for your Go-kart or mini bike, you would have likely come across the 30 series and 40 series Comet and its clones. But there is another lesser-known/used 20 series Torque converter. The major difference between the 20 series and 30 series is that the 30 series is…

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Predator 420/GX390 Mods – A Beginner’s Guide

Looking for ways to get more power out of the big block go-kart engine? If so, you’re at the right spot! I’ll be listing out the parts you can upgrade, how they will improve the performance and how much they cost. Bear in mind, big-block engines are expensive to modify, unlike small engines. Top Speed…

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What Chain to Use on Go-Karts & Mini-Bikes?

Running your Go-Kart or Mini Bike with a wrong-sized chain can result in Sprocket wear, chain stretching, and eventually chain breakage. Therefore, it’s wise to save yourself the troubles by getting a chain that can handle your engine’s power. Go-karts & Mini Bikes with an Engine that produces less than 20 hp power should use…

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Top 5 Best Clutches for 1-inch Shaft

Engines such as Predator 420cc, GX 390, and other bigger block engines with 1″ diameter shaft require a clutch with a 1″ bore. In this buying guide, we will go through the best clutches for Predator 420 and other GX390 clones. Note: If you’re unsure about the shaft diameter of your engine, make sure to…

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Difference between 2-Stroke and 4-Stroke Engines

Internal combustion Engines have changed our world in the past few centuries. Today we are able to travel so far and so fast only due to these small mechanical devices and how it works is beautiful! Internal Combustion Engines can be divided into 2-strokes and 4-stroke. The major difference between the 2-stroke and the 4-stroke…

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The 10 Best Go-Kart Racing Engines in 2022

Go-Kart racing is a hobby like none other! For some it is the first step towards competitive racing, others just want to have some fun that they will remember for the rest of their life. Whatever goal you have with karting, you need the best engine. Let’s get one thing out of the way, the…

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Top 5 Free Mods for Predator 212 (More Power)

Performance parts for Predator engines can get expensive very quickly and we all know that the reason that Predator engines are so popular is that it is super cheap and easily available. Therefore it is understandable that not everyone is ready to spend $100+ on stage 1, stage 2 kits, etc on top of the…

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