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Re: Is it possible....?
Posted by 'DavyBoy' on 11 Jun 2009 @ 21:39

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You're on the right lines Dave, but there are a number of problems :

o The Formula TKM regs allow a ten year homologation period, so some of these older chassis would be out of homologation meaning they can't be used. Given the current state of TKM, a stupid rule in my mind.

o The older kit will need to run the current CIK pods which means bracket making and possibly some welding. I believe there are insurance reasons etc... for having these as they provide better side impact protection in the event of a crash, but again, they devalue the older karts because the cost of pods/nose cone and the messing around to get them to fit means that its more economical to buy a post 2004 chassis. Another stupid piece of legislation in my mind.

o The 100cc TKM motor can only be used in juniors and as juniors prefer the clutched ones [because of the difficulty in bump starting] direct drive 100cc motors are going for a song.

I would propose an entry level class using any chassis that's ever been homologated for TKM /2 and 100cc motors. Do it outside the MSA so you don't have the hassle of a licence etc... You could be out and running for little more than GBP100.00 plus the cost of a helmet and suit. Definitely a great entry point for karting in these credit crunch times.

Message Thread:

Lack of TKM chassis by 'bluedad' (09 Jun 2009 @ 22:48)

Re: Lack of TKM chassis by 'John' (09 Jun 2009 @ 23:48)

Re: Lack of TKM chassis by 'tsp' (10 Jun 2009 @ 9:39)

Re: Lack of TKM chassis by 'DavyBoy' (10 Jun 2009 @ 10:17)

Re: Lack of TKM chassis by 'bt3962' (10 Jun 2009 @ 11:41)

Is it possible....? by 'tkmdave' (10 Jun 2009 @ 23:51)

Re: Is it possible....? by 'DavyBoy' << You are here!

Re: Is it possible....? by 'Iwan' (11 Jun 2009 @ 22:46)

Re: Is it possible....? by 'DavyBoy' (12 Jun 2009 @ 8:03)

Re: Is it possible....? by 'Iwan' (12 Jun 2009 @ 8:12)

Re: Is it possible....? by 'MattScott' (12 Jun 2009 @ 12:46)

Re: Is it possible....? by 'DavyBoy' (12 Jun 2009 @ 17:27)

Re: Is it possible....? by 'bluedad' (12 Jun 2009 @ 18:24)

Re: Is it possible....? by 'DavyBoy' (12 Jun 2009 @ 19:39)

Re: Is it possible....? by 'tkmdave' (12 Jun 2009 @ 20:51)

Re: Is it possible....? by 'DavyBoy' (12 Jun 2009 @ 21:15)

Re: Is it possible....? by 'glen' (14 Jun 2009 @ 21:19)

Re: Is it possible....? by 'tkmdave' (14 Jun 2009 @ 21:39)

Re: Is it possible....? by 'glen' (14 Jun 2009 @ 21:57)

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