Introduction: How to Make a Go Kart / Electric Car Using PVC Pipe at Home
Build your own Go-Kart at home. Now just because you don't need a full welder, you will still need some power tools to cut wood. Go-Karts: They're the most fun a kid can have on four wheels. I have got the plans and list of parts you need to build one for your family and have the kids cruising around before sundown.
source: Navin Khambhala # crazyNK
Step 1: List of Materials
1. 1" (25mm) PVC pipe and coupling
PVC pipe: 30 feet, PVC Tees: 27 pieces, Elbow: 16 pieces, 4-Way: 6 pieces, 45 degree Elbow: 8 pieces, PVC cap: 5 pieces
2. Plywood
Size: 120 cm X 64 cm
3. 18V DC Mega Torque Geared Motor
Speed: 300 RPM, Watt: 250W, Torque: 92 kgcm
4. Bicycle wheel
Quantity: 4 pieces, size: 14" (inches)
5. Motor Shaft Coupling
Quantity: 2 pieces, size: 8 mm to 10 mm
6. Ball Bearing
Quantity: 10 pieces, Type: 6201-2RS
7. Door hinge (360 degree)
Size: 10 cm
8. PWM DC motor speed controller
Ampere: 40A
9. 12V DC Battery
Up to 40Ah