https://www.gnarpowpow.com/tags/harbor-freight-engine/ Tue 05 May 2026 00:17:25 +0200 https://www.gnarpowpow.com/videos/17482/new-predator-212-go-kart-engine-swap-throttle-cable-install-hookup/
Took off an old Briggs n Stratton and putting on a brand new Harbor Freight Predator 212 CC engine. Here are some links for the parts and tools used: Chain Breaker: https://amzn.to/3NJiuk6 Dewalt Drill Driver Kit: https://amzn.to/3AkxiCQ Centrifugal Clutch, *check the chain and shaft size*: https://amzn.to/3R7Pkhr Throttle Cable: https://amzn.to/3nTZF3v Predator Engine (Cheaper in Store): https://amzn.to/3ulZcKM Flags: https://amzn.to/3NKIknL ]]> Mon 04 Jul 2022 00:19:52 +0200 https://www.gnarpowpow.com/videos/17482/new-predator-212-go-kart-engine-swap-throttle-cable-install-hookup/ https://www.gnarpowpow.com/videos/17603/459cc-max-performance-vs-predator-420cc-harbor-freight-engines/
In today's video we test the stock 420cc Predator and the stock 459cc Max Performance Predator Engines from Harbor Freight. I show how to properly install a 40 series cvt / torque converter rated for 8hp-18hp engines on a go-kart. Then we put the two engines onto the blueberry go kart and take them for top speeds, 0-30 mph, and timed track laps. Parts For The 420cc Engine 420cc Hemi Engine - https://bit.ly/3qHtMdR 420cc Stage 2 Kit - http://bit.ly/34iuHpg 34mm Mikuni Kit - https://bit.ly/2V4WmZa Performance Kit - http://bit.ly/2CA7raI Billet Rod - http://bit.ly/2IOKQue Billet Flywheel - https://bit.ly/2VR3lEw Header Kit - http://bit.ly/2NDPdM9 40 Series CVT Kit - http://bit.ly/2Q6mjG7 Chromoly Pushrods - http://bit.ly/36tsskn .308 Cam - https://bit.ly/2Y7SDfP .275 Cam - https://bit.ly/2x7EN1O 50lbs Valve Springs - http://bit.ly/3cYYj0x 65lbs Dual Valve Springs - https://bit.ly/3HU7GxC Parts For The 459cc Engine 34mm Mikuni Kit - https://bit.ly/2V4WmZa Performance Kit - http://bit.ly/2CA7raI Header Kit - To Be Announced 40 Series CVT Kit - http://bit.ly/2Q6mjG7 Chromoly Pushrods - http://bit.ly/36tsskn .308 Cam - https://bit.ly/2Y7SDfP .275 Cam - https://bit.ly/2x7EN1O Billet Rod - To Be Announced Billet Flywheel - To Be Announced 50lbs Valve Springs - http://bit.ly/3cYYj0x 65lbs Dual Valve Springs - https://bit.ly/3HU7GxC Blueberry Parts Engine Plate - http://bit.ly/2rxt1KX Rear Shocks - http://bit.ly/2HEsqfl Front Shocks - http://bit.ly/32f7sgu Steering Wheel - http://bit.ly/31IRn0z Rear Wheel Hubs - http://bit.ly/2K3O7qT 14" Chrome Wheels & Tires - https://bit.ly/3qL9suu 54" Axle - https://bit.ly/3ikqvQa 1" Axle Coller - http://bit.ly/2RFcca8 Axle Bearing Kit - https://bit.ly/3xnCPTZ Brake Kit - https://bit.ly/3by3xB4 Sprocket - http://bit.ly/31LdL9w Sprocket Hub - http://bit.ly/340rc7m Brake Rotor - https://bit.ly/2Yg4ib2 Merch & Events - http://bit.ly/33YbmtO Check Out Go Power Sports for all your Go kart needs! http://bit.ly/2viX9vP Parts & Tools used on the channel - amazon.com/shop/redbeardsgarage Quantum Machinery- Siegmund Welding Table - https://bit.ly/36PHm6G - Nargesa CC60 Bender - https://bit.ly/2xWDVxj Prime Weld Tig 225x - https://bit.ly/2EbSIqK Prime Weld MIG180- https://bit.ly/2Q44l5V Benchmark Abrasives (cut-off wheels, flap discs..) https://bit.ly/2SENg4f save 10% REDBEARD10 Tube Buddy Affiliate- https://www.Tubebuddy.com/RBG Help support us on Patreon - patreon.com/redbeardsgarage Want to donate without the commitment? - paypal.me/redbeardsgarage Want to send us something? Red Beard's Garage P.O. Box 572 Sweetwater, TN 37874 Facebook - facebook.com/redbeardsgarage Instagram - redbeardsgarage TikTok - redbeardsgarage0 Pinterest - redbeardsgarage Twitter - redbeardsgarage Instrumentals by Chuki Beats - youtube.com/chukibeats ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- **********Disclaimer********** Please do not try to re-enact or recreate anything you see in these videos. We are trained professionals. Red Beards Garage does not take any responsibility for injury's created by doing so. #RBGKarts #RedBeardsGarage 00:00 Intro 00:23 Hemi or Non Hemi Head 01:39 40 Series cvt hp ratings 02:37 Getting the engines ready for application 05:00 How to install a cvt / How to install a torque converter 09:10 Pulling the go kart in the garage 09:49 Installing the 420cc 10:35 420cc Top Speed 11:39 420cc Hill Climb 12:09 420 Woods Lap Time 14:39 Garage Talk 16:00 Changing Engines on Go-Kart 17:02 459cc First drive 18:25 Removing throttle stop from 459cc 20:11 459cc Woods Lap Time 22:36 459cc Top Speed 23:54 459cc Hill Climb 25:00 420cc VS 459cc Final Results 26:35 Outro ]]> Mon 28 Mar 2022 00:30:55 +0200 https://www.gnarpowpow.com/videos/17603/459cc-max-performance-vs-predator-420cc-harbor-freight-engines/ https://www.gnarpowpow.com/videos/17389/new-999cc-v-twin-engine-58ft-lbs-of-torque/
In today's video we unbox, give first impressions, and a first start of the new DuroMax 999cc v-twin engine with electronic throttle. This v-twin is rated for 35hp and 58 ft-lbs of torque. The crankshaft is a 1.4" with 3/8 keyway. Our engines are samples. They have not hit the market yet. We are expecting a $2K price point. Small Engine Tune Up - https://bit.ly/35haxCM All Blaster Products - https://bit.ly/3e9KqO1 999cc V Twin Engine - https://bit.ly/3qCTQJb Merch & Events - http://bit.ly/33YbmtO Check Out Go Power Sports for all your Go kart needs! http://bit.ly/2viX9vP Parts & Tools used on the channel - amazon.com/shop/redbeardsgarage Quantum Machinery- Siegmund Welding Table - https://bit.ly/36PHm6G - Nargesa CC60 Bender - https://bit.ly/2xWDVxj Prime Weld Tig 225x - https://bit.ly/2EbSIqK Prime Weld MIG180- https://bit.ly/2Q44l5V Benchmark Abrasives (cut-off wheels, flap discs..) https://bit.ly/2SENg4f save 10% REDBEARD10 Tube Buddy Affiliate- https://www.Tubebuddy.com/RBG Help support us on Patreon - patreon.com/redbeardsgarage Want to donate without the commitment? - paypal.me/redbeardsgarage Want to send us something? Red Beard's Garage P.O. Box 572 Sweetwater, TN 37874 Facebook - facebook.com/redbeardsgarage Instagram - redbeardsgarage TikTok - redbeardsgarage0 Pinterest - redbeardsgarage Twitter - redbeardsgarage Instrumentals by Chuki Beats - youtube.com/chukibeats ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- **********Disclaimer********** Please do not try to re-enact or recreate anything you see in these videos. We are trained professionals. Red Beards Garage does not take any responsibility for injury's created by doing so. #RBGKarts #RedBeardsGarage ]]> Fri 25 Mar 2022 22:43:36 +0200 https://www.gnarpowpow.com/videos/17389/new-999cc-v-twin-engine-58ft-lbs-of-torque/ https://www.gnarpowpow.com/videos/17061/cr80-shifter-kart-build-ep-1/
In today's video we get the engine off the cr80 dirt bike & break down the shifter kart. Thanks to our viewer, Jon N., for the sweet deal on this race kart! In next weeks episode you will see it put together & hopefully a ride. Parts & Tools used on the channel - amazon.com/shop/redbeardsgarage Quantum Welding Table - https://goo.gl/V9dHPp Everlast Welder - https://goo.gl/8DRgZe We will be at Fab Tech Expo '18 November 6 & 7, 2018 with Quantum Machinery Group in Atlanta, Ga. Registration is free until Nov. 2 then it increases to $50. Use our link to register: https://goo.gl/XMKonB Help support us on Patreon - patreon.com/redbeardsgarage Want to donate without the commitment? - paypal.me/redbeardsgarage Want to send us something? Red Beard's Garage P.O. Box 572 Sweetwater, TN 37874 Snap Chat - redbeardsgarage Facebook - facebook.com/redbeardsgarage Instagram - redbeardsgarage Google+ - redbeardsgarage Pinterest - redbeardsgarage Twitter - redbeardsgarage ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Check Out Go Power Sports for all your Go kart needs! https://goo.gl/OoWVDK 10% Discount Code - red beard Parts used in this build - Front Wheels – https://goo.gl/ACsNwp Front Hubs – https://goo.gl/h4QgoY Front Tires – https://goo.gl/kJhFLC Rear Wheels – https://goo.gl/fHFiAP Rear Hubs – https://goo.gl/211oM5 Rear Tires – https://goo.gl/UcTjeM Seat – https://goo.gl/k7qyLd Steering Wheel – https://goo.gl/X6Lwxz Engine Mount – https://goo.gl/k978oo 1 ¼” Axle – https://goo.gl/mnrVwy Axle Bearings – https://goo.gl/VWoBWM Axle Collars - https://goo.gl/A2aBNG Brake Line - https://goo.gl/UkQjrK Brake Caliper – https://goo.gl/s9gWq1 Brake Master Cylinder – https://goo.gl/WVw7fw Brake Rotor – https://goo.gl/Z4wYvX Brake Rotor Mount - https://goo.gl/Ztmfy8 Brake Bleeder Kit - https://goo.gl/Yx5zGY ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Instrumentals by Chuki Beats - youtube.com/chukibeats ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- **********Disclaimer********** Please do not try to re-enact or recreate anything you see in these videos. We are trained professionals. Red Beards Garage does not take any responsibility for injury's created by doing so. ]]> Fri 26 Oct 2018 12:37:14 +0200 https://www.gnarpowpow.com/videos/17061/cr80-shifter-kart-build-ep-1/