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International Karting Industry Buyer's Guide
X-Concepts, a California-based toy manufacturing and marketing company has done what the karting industry has been wishing for since 1956. They are building and marketing miniature race karts! The new Tech Kart line of heavy die-cast karts are 1/43 scale shifter karts! The attention to detail is incredible right down to the rubber tires, removable engines and true-to-life decals. So detailed are these karts that they have been licensed by Tony Kart, Emmick, TrackMagic and Bug (K&P), some of the top names in kart racing. The karts, designed for kids 9 and up, will be available at retail and specialty stores across the USA in Spring, 2001. But you will be able to see the new line of Tech Karts at 2001 Kart Expo, in Booth #511. For more information contact: X-Concepts, 975 Andreasen, Escondido, California 92029. Phone 760-740-2625 or e-mail: kmidili@xconcepts.com.
The Aurora Kart from Australia will be exhibiting their brand new entry at the 2001 Kart Expo in Booth #117. The chassis boasts many new and innovative design ideas that should dazzle the serious racer. The chassis line includes a 100/125cc Sprint model, 80/125cc Shifter chassis and a 4-stroke model. All include magnesium rims, a Tillet seat and black powdercoat paint. For more info, log-on to www.aurorakart.com or contact them at Aurora Karts, PO Box 536, Surfer’s Paradise, Queensland 4217, Australia.
California-based Racekartclutch.com is the new kid on the block debuting their clutch at the upcoming Kart Expo. The clutch has three main claims to fame. First is the mode change it starts off with - a very soft start (low torque) to get the inertia rolling, then at a pre-set RPM, it automatically changes to a very aggressive (high torque) mode. Second, the shoes engage concentrically engaging the full surface of the shoes at the same time. Finally, the springs can be adjusted without taking the clutch apart to change engagement speed. For complete info see: www.racekartclutch.com or click onto the ad on the home page! Contact: Arrow Transmission Design, PO Box 1015, Lake Arrowhead, California 92352 USA. Phone: 909-336-5641. Fax: 909-337-9313.
WD-40 has a new moist shop cloth ideal for your tool box. The convenient 7”x 9” cloth is pre-moistened with good ol’ WD-40 to make cleaning more convenient. The shop cloth is the perfect way to make it easier to cleanup unsightly messes at work or at home. Try WD-40 Shop Cloth on sticky tape and label residue, dirty hands and power tools, greasy fingerprints, nasty scuff marks or tough crayon marks. For more info see your local hardware supplier or online at www.wd40.com.
Even though it is summer (and racing season) in Australia, it hasn’t stopped ‘em from designing a true “trick” item. The Omega axle tuner lets you stiffen your axle from the inside out. Unlike conventional extended hubs, the Omega axle tuner slides into any 40mm axle and is tightened with a 6mm T-handle. This new tool will eliminate the need to carry different axles. The complete package comes with 2 different stiffeners, extrication tool and retaining clips. For more information, contact: Omega Kart USA, 20 Pierce Avenue, Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio 44221 USA or call 330-940-2745 or email: superkarts@email.com. You can also see the new Omega line of karts and the new axle tuner at Kart Expo in Booth #415/417.
Noted auto racing book publisher, Carl Hungness and veteran race photographer, Rick Whitt, have joined forces to create the new Hungness-Whitt Publishing Company. The company’s first offering is the SPEED READING catalog which features open cockpit books, posters and prints. The catalog is available at no charge from Hungness-Whitt Publishing, 4863 W 106th Street, Zionsville, Indiana 46077 USA. Phone: 317-873-5507, Fax: 317-873-2292. www.h-wbooks.com.
The new AccuMate Battery Charger is an advanced “smart” battery charger. It boasts a 1.2 amp maximum output and will not overcharge a battery, which is perfect for long term battery storage. The charger is reverse polarity protected and spark-proof. It comes complete with ring and clip terminals with quick disconnect plug. The model LS6/12 is available from Westco Battery Systems, 1630 South Sunkist, Unit L, Anaheim, California 92806 USA. Phone: 800-214-8040
EK Chain, imported exclusively by Kayo Corporation has chain for all types of karting. From 4-cycle racing to the hot 125cc Shifters, EK offers all types of chain for the sport. Contact Kayo Corporation at 50 Division Street, Suite 400, Somerville, New Jersey 08876 USA. Phone: 908-526-9206, Fax: 908-526-9238 or on the web at www.Ekchain.com. Or talk with a factory representative at the EK display in the Target Distributing area at Kart Expo in St. Charles, Illinois.
Hodge’s new sliding drawer cabinets provide the perfect solution wherever heavy-duty sliding drawers are required. These units arrive completely assembled and ready to use. Two sizes are available. Finished in tan color, and featuring all welded construction in heavy gauge steel, these cabinets come supplied with 2”, 4” and 6” high drawers with roller bearing slides and are adjustable on 1” centers. Each drawer has a 300-lb capacity. Contact Hodge Manufacturing Co, 55 Fisk Avenue, Springfield, MA 01107-1072 USA. Phone: 800-262-4634. Fax: 413-733-6573.
Kart Marketing Group, Inc.
Post Office Box 101
Wheaton, IL 60189 USA
Telephone: 630-653-7368
Fax: 630-653-2637
Email: karting@msn.com
