Time out for a diversion

For the past several months life, as it often does, has pulled us in various directions. For example, a tight economy, ailing parents, a daughter going off to college and a myriad of other events have slowed our progress on this project. Stuff happens, right?

Our Rat Kool Monster Kart (before graphics)

One diversion was a Boy Scout related project in which Austin (14) and I built this reverse trike go-kart. which was fabbed from a Manco go-kart, an old Honda SL100 dirt bike, a Kasea Mighty Mite ATV, and various rods and levers from a riding lawn mower. Rear bodywork was formed from the Honda's tank and additional sheet metal. We wanted it to have enough ground clearance for off-road use.

In the spirit of Monster Garage, parts were collected from items we had laying around. Good, clean (but scary) fun!