Blog #1

Monday, May 16, 2022 7:41pm

Blog #1 

Total Hours Done: 3

Hours Done Today: 3

Today I finished the steering on my go-kart. Previously the steering column was tilted slightly to the left causing issues. I cut it off and rewelded it perfectly center. An issue arose, the front of my go-kart is marginally higher than the rear. Although this is not detrimental, it can be fixed in the future. I also welded my steering wheel to the steering column, which was hard because I had to cut down the column so it was at the correct height. I am planning on getting my brakes put on. As well as my gas pedal.


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