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Sand and paint the go-cart, if you like. Then complete
the steering assembly. Start by drilling
C/af
-inch holes in
the
steering column
and
axle
where shown. Screw
eye
bolts
into the holes. (
Tip:
to tighten them, insert the
shaft of a screwdriver through the eye bolt and twist.)
Next, connect the
steering bar
to the
front axle
using
the
7-foot lengths of rope
. Tie an overhand knot in the
end of one length and thread the other end through
one of the holes in the steering bar and then through
the eyebolts on the same side of the steering column
and the front axle. Do the same with the second length
of rope on the opposite side of the steering assembly.
Now make sure the front axle and steering bar are
parallel. Pull each rope taut and knot it around the axle
eyebolt. Trim the rope ends, leaving a little excess so you
can retie them if they loosen. Now you’re ready to roll!
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SAFE DRIVING PRECAUTIONS
As with all vehicles, this go-cart
requires routine maintenance and
should be driven with caution.
Regularly check the nuts and bolts
and the steering ropes to make sure
they’re sufficiently tight. And keep
an eye on the brake — you’ll want to
replace the lever when the bottom
becomes worn.
