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Homologation
Unfortunately identifying the details on the karts homologation plate is not always consistent. Note that plates can vary greatly, especially for older karts, however this is the generic layout: To confuse matters, later karts (approx 2018 and newer) has the 3rd part of the homologation number as the model identifier; a random number that is…
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What Tools do I need? Part 1 of 2
This is Part 1 of a two-part blog series for beginners to karting with CKNZ. It covers the essential tools you should carry to the track as a minimum, with Part 2 covering a more comprehensive toolkit for those wanting to be fully prepared for trackside maintenance and repairs. This list has been compiled based…
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What parts are on my Kart?
Although a go-kart in itself is fairly basic, there are a variety of different parts, many of which collectively work together that affect the performance, balance and ultimately the handling of the kart. The names of common parts that exist on your kart are shown on the diagram below. If you’re hunting for replacement parts,…
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NGK Spark Plugs
Decoding NGK (an acronym for “Nippon [Japan] Gaishi [Insulator] Kaisha [Company] ) Spark Plugs! Everything you need to know about NGK spark plugs. Plug Temperature – Quick Reference Chart Plug Temperature Temperature Use NGK Denso Equivalent Colder Plugs Hot Weather BR11EGV IW34 Cold Plugs Warm – Hot Weather BR10EGV IW31 Normal plugs Average Weather BR9EGV…
