[knesj]

Hey, could someone explain to me what exactly a gear reducer will do for my power output if it should be setup on a larger go cart?

 

[bugman]

bigger gear that drives a smaller gear will go faster. little one that drives a smaller one will give better bottom end torque. using big tires with a bigger gear that drives a smaller gear will go even faster.

 

[knesj]

Sorry, I guess I wasnt specific enough. I know how the sprokets set up will work, but the motor I have, has a gear reducer attached to it. It is that gear reducer that I want to know the effect of that on my go cart, or if you know, should i just take that off and run it strait from the motor?

 

[bugman]

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[bugman]

as long as there is a clutch or better yet a belt drive. i know someone who's got a self built one with a eight horse horizontal shaft engine using a belt driven clutch that just will keep you planted in the seat.

 

[knesj]

Thanks for your help bugman...its much appreciated!

 

[79t/a]

the gear reducer will make it only go about 10-15 mph it is meant for situations where much torque is needed