What to look for in a used chassis

[tjkoyen]

Here is a relevant topic:

What should you check on a used kart chassis?

When you’re looking to buy a used kart chassis, what do you look for? Here’s my list… What would you add? General cleanliness/appearance. Grinding on bottom of chassis rails at waist and rear. Rails and chassis for welds. Steering components for play and or damage. Kingpin bearings. Grab wheel Heim joints, lateral and vertical play. Check from wheel, column and rod. Steering uniball joint (Column up/down movement)

The basic stuff I look for:

• Straight
• Minimal rash on the bottom of the rails
• No cracks at any of the welds
• Check slop in any of the bearings, a little is to be expected but excessive might indicate the kart wasn’t cleaned and cared for very well

Finally make sure it’s a make and model you’ll be able to get parts for relatively easily. No fun buying something not supported in your area and having to ship parts in constantly, especially when you break something at the track.