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Name: Josh Taylor
Date Posted: Tue Aug 26 15:12:50 2008
Message: I need a basic setup for an 05 Scorch Octane Senior Champ on and 8 mile track with Maxxis HT3.
Any help will be appreciated. Thanks
Name: Derek Steward
Date Posted: Tue Aug 26 13:07:45 2008
Message: i have 07 inferno champ that i run in SR. Champ Heavy for the longest time the kart was tight and we finally got it loose and won a pole in the PDKS series now all of the sudden the kart seems to just be floating and not really pulling anymore here are our numbers
front- 45.7
left -47
cross - 53
we run 9 lbs left and 10 lbs on right running B55A's
any help would be great
Name: Marty Arnett
Date Posted: Mon Aug 25 15:52:31 2008
Message: Does the Element work as good on pavement as to dirt?
Name: Greg Haynes Racing
Date Posted: Sun Aug 24 10:47:46 2008
Message: I have an 8yr racing at thunder valley. what would be a base setup on a 02 octane?
Name: laroux racing
Date Posted: Mon Aug 18 18:47:42 2008
Message: Please send me a bace line setup for 1/5 3deg banking.I think it is a 2002 centerfource it has a non adjustable caster.
Driver is 7yr old 62-lbs 1st in points.
We lost the setup after track temp is up.
Name: Kart Dad
Date Posted: Mon Aug 18 12:51:26 2008
Message: We are running a 1/7th mile track with very little banking and one tight turn. We have an 08' BadMax in the purple plate.
Cross 48
Left 54.2
Front 45.9
RF Camber -2.0
LF Camber +.5
Rear Stagger 1 3/8
Front Stagger 1 1/2
Burris 22's
Air 3.5 Left 4.5 Right
Gear 14/64 to 14/66 turning 5350 to 5600
Lap times 14.5- 15.
We had higher cross and kart seemed to be pushing off turns.
Am I Close???
My daughter loves her new chassis.
Name: KRTRACER19
Date Posted: Sun Aug 17 21:04:34 2008
Message: I am running a 1/8th mile track. Very little banking and very tight corners. I have an 07 Inferno and it am pushing really bad entering the corner. My numbers are
Cross 58%
Left 56.5%
Front 45.7%
RF Camber -3.0
LF Camber +.5
Rear Stagger 1 1/8
Front Stagger 1 5/16
Running Maxxis HT3 Punching 55-60
Air 5 left 6 right
Stock Heavy class Total Weight 378
I tried changing tire pressure, Caster Split, lowering cross, moving LF out, moving left rear in nothing seemed to work. Any Ideas?
Thanks.
Name: T.H
Date Posted: Wed Aug 13 02:56:43 2008
Message: IS THERE AWAY YOU CAN TELL WHAT YEARMODEL A CHASSIE IS..
Name: Bang
Date Posted: Mon Aug 11 17:56:40 2008
Message: Hey Kevin, A few weeks ago i asked you about moving the spindle washers to raise the kart up because of the front end bottoming out on our rough track. I raised it way up and my 8 yr. old son picked up alot of speed. I just had a few washers left on the top of splindle and alot on the bottom. At the begining of every run we can hang with the #1 car, but losing speed in the corner. My son says the cars feels like it doesn't want to turn, and pushes a little. I raised my stagger alot one night (front and rear) and he was coming out of he corner sideways but he loved the way it drove. We have a 05 scortch octane champ, low bite track and rough. If you have time we have alot of videos under "banglobull" on youtube. you will see our car, cant miss the best looking kart at the track. Red #22 with new U-max body. here's our #'s. Rookie
year. Any advice??
Front--43%
rear--57%
left--53%
cross--52%
total weight 306
rf camber -2.75
Thanks Kevin
Name: KB
Date Posted: Wed Aug 6 14:30:44 2008
Message: Stan 21, Give me some more info on the track. Thanks, KB
Name: KB
Date Posted: Wed Aug 6 14:30:01 2008
Message: Brian, If the track was slower, and the kart transfered weight and had speed, when the track gets faster you will probably need to add cross% and left %. The kart will want to transfer off the LR as the Track gets faster. Hope this helps and keep in touch.
John Nay, I would suggest an Element. This chassis is winning all over the country and is user friendly with no add-on gimmicks. Good luck and hope this helps.
tbeal3, The tires will be the biggest part of the deal, That is what is connecting you to the track. Try prepping the tires more with aggressive preps. The thing that most racers don't realize is that during the day the track is producing grip and has heat, you should not have to change the chassis that much if you are balanced, you just have to add grip to the tires and make the kart rotate and tranfer like it didi during the day. Hope this helps, and Good Luck.
Mo Racer, The left % looks a little high. Lower it to 55.5-56%. This will help the chassis unload the LR and load the R sides. The RF camber could be reduced to -2.8-3.0. Add a little nose 46%. The only other thing is, stay on to of the tires and maybe not use the harsh prep like GP. Good Luck, KB
Name: MoRacer
Date Posted: Mon Aug 4 20:47:42 2008
Message: We race a 2005 Blaze Octane on a 1/7 mile high banked dirt oval in Jr. II Unrestricted with Burris tire rule. It pushed like a bulldozer and we would like your opinion on our setup. Any help you could offer would be appreciated.
Cross 58.7
Left 57.3
Nose 45.4
RF Camber -3.1
LF Camber +.6
Track Width 39 1/2
1/8 Toe Out
Seat 9 ½ inches from axle
Front Stagger 1 3/8
Rear Stagger 1 inch
RF Hub ½
LF Hub ¼
Burris 33’s all around; 5 psi left, 6 psi right prepped with GP
Total weight 341; driver weight 190; driver height 5’7”
Thanks!
Name: Tbeal3
Date Posted: Mon Aug 4 04:00:26 2008
Message: ok im running a hunterstown PA in the yamaha lights, the weight is 335. so i tryed to set the kart like the book said and i won more then half of the races and im winning the points right now with 620 ahead, but every time the track is wet and its alittle mushy the kart goes to crap and it dont matter what tires i run, we can only use burris. i have tred 11s and they dont stick enuf when the outher guys that dont do good on the dry track they run away from me like in sitting still lol, but on dry i run away with it. ill give you my numbers.
cross is 57% to 58%
left is 57%
nose is 46%
camber left is 1.5
camber right is 2.25
caster left is set at 8
caster right is in the back hole and set at 10
air i run 4lbs lft 5 1/2 lftr 7 rf 7 rr
left front dont grow left rear grows a 3/4 and the outsides grow a pound or 3/4 in the right front and a pound in the right rear. stagger is 1 1/2 in the front and an 1inch in the rear. this set up works great on the dry track but when the track get wet it goes down hill fast. the rear wants to come out and not stick to the track at all, its an o8 element and the track is 1/8 mile dirt track. any numbers would be great and alot of help, i want that championship lol, thanks alot
Name: STRETCH 50
Date Posted: Sun Aug 3 17:23:39 2008
Message: SETUP AND GEAR FOOTHILLS ANIMAL SH
Name: Stan 21
Date Posted: Wed Jul 30 21:09:12 2008
Message: Just got 03 blaze for son to start on. Any setups for small track in Nashville,GA?
Name: John Nay
Date Posted: Wed Jul 30 20:17:22 2008
Message: I am switching to an ultramax cart from another brand. Which chassis would be the best for the looser dirt tracks that I race on not clay high bite tracks. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks John Nay
Name: Brian Mullett
Date Posted: Tue Jul 29 11:23:31 2008
Message: Kevin
I didn't have time to scale out the kart prior to the race this weekend, so I made a few adjustments that may have threw me off. Changed the RTW to 39.5. I was 1 1/4 off of the frame before. Also went to stock castor, removed 5 lbs from chassis and I have not checked nor adj camber. I still need to purchase a camber gauge. I left that alone since the guy I purchased the kart from ran at Langley and was running upfront with it. We still led all laps for heat and feature but it was close. Scaled out at track and I am getting front 46%, left 54% and cross 66%. Have 2 weeks off so I want to rescale at home. I am using electronic scales. My question is right now according to track scales I am 49lbs LF (17%), 82lbs RF (29%), 106 LR (37%) and 50 RR (17%). When I rescale do I want to close the % gap in the front and rear, or does it matter as long as I have the %? Left rear did stick in the corners this time but we was way off our normal times. Thanks
Name: KB
Date Posted: Tue Jul 29 09:31:28 2008
Message: Walter Walsh, I would look @ taking some nose % off maybe try 46%. If this doesn't help try prepping the tires a little more for more grip.
krtracer19, The 3 pc. body is what I recommend, but I do see guys running the 1 pc and they do weel too. It is really your call, the body will play a vital role in the chassis performance. Good Luck and Thanks for the Support.KB
Name: krtracer19
Date Posted: Mon Jul 28 20:20:35 2008
Message: Kevin, what do you think of the one piece bodies on an 07 Inferno. Should I stick with the three piece. I am afraid of the one piece not flexing enough.
Name: Walter Walsh
Date Posted: Mon Jul 28 19:09:46 2008
Message: Kevin you helped me back about a month are so ago with my son's inferno being tight. Well we tried everything but nothing worked.So I bought a new rf spindle cause where the tie rod goes was bent. Put my #'s back cross 62% left 55.5% nose 47.5% LF 1 RF 2.75 RTW 39.25 front 1.5 rear 1. Now the kart is loose all the way thru the corner as soon as we turn in the backend steps out. My question is could the spindle have been my problem & what to do to tighten it up? We run DUMPLIN VALLEY in east TN. thank you for any help thats why we run umax cause of the help.
Name: jb 01
Date Posted: Thu Jul 24 21:58:14 2008
Message: its a 08 badmax
Name: STRETCH
Date Posted: Thu Jul 24 16:22:17 2008
Message: HELP ON ADJUSTABLE REAR LEAD
Name: KB
Date Posted: Thu Jul 24 11:24:47 2008
Message: jb01, What chassis do you have?
Brian Mullet, This track is very rough, a customer sent me a video of it a while back, and I was amazed on how rough it was, but I would add some left % (.5-1%), and add a little cross% (1-2%). The thing is that you will hve to get the kart to go over the bumps and plant. Air pressures will be critical, start lower than you need and let build up, the air increase, will make the kart bounce/loose grip. Hope this helps, and Good Luck. KB
JK, I would use whatever Prep that you use. The track will be better than normal due to the Kart count. The tires should be done by now though. In most cases it doesn't matter what you are using it is how you use it. Knowing how to make the prep of choice work and keep it consistent will usually be the way to go. Good Luck and I will be in KC, so look me up. KB
Name: JK
Date Posted: Thu Jul 24 02:43:10 2008
Message: Going to MASN race at Thunderlake. What chemical should I roll inside my tires?
Name: Brian Mullett
Date Posted: Wed Jul 23 12:11:48 2008
Message: Kevin
Have Blaze Octane run blue plate,current numbers are 46% front, 55% left and 59% cross. Running firestone and Dunlop on cement. Left rear is coming off the ground in the middle of the corner. 3 other ultra max running there and all 3 are doing the same thing. Any recommendations? Track is Langley Speedway Hampton Va, Hampton Roads Kart Club.
Name: JB 01
Date Posted: Tue Jul 22 21:39:01 2008
Message: WE ARE RUNNING BURRIS 33S 8:10 ON RIGHT AND A 6:00 ON LEFT REAR AND 5:00 ON LEFT FRONT ALL ON 6IN RIMS TRACK SIZE IS 1 SIXTH MI CLAY THAT TAKES DOWN RUBBER NEED HELP WITH SET UP THANKS
Name: JD211
Date Posted: Tue Jul 22 08:48:50 2008
Message: Kevin, whats a good setup for a Blaze Octane (Stk Hvy) at Carnesville? Gear also. Thanks.
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Name: KB
Date Posted: Mon Jul 21 09:00:48 2008
Message: Alright guys and gals back in the saddle again, been busy and couldn't get to ya last week but were back.
smith117, I think that the kart may have too much cross% try 65-67%. You probably have the kart so bound up on the LR that it can't transfer any weight. The reason it was good the night before was because the track was wet and you needed to be tight, on Saturday, it was totally different. New tires was definently a + and they needed to be around 56-58 Duro w/ good bite in them. Give me a call if you need anything else. Hope this helps. KB
JB01, Give me some info on tires and track.
Roger m, Good, Glad you have been running better. The Front-end is the heart of the chassis. Keep it rolling. KB
Jerry Reed Freeman, I gave Zach some #'s and info, and maybe some seat adjustments for ya. Let me know how it turns out. KB
Name: roger m
Date Posted: Fri Jul 18 07:00:18 2008
Message: kevin... thanks so much for the help you gave me a month ago. you suggested to check the front end parts for dirt or pavement. turned out the dealer sold a kart setup for dirt at a pavement track. i wish i would have check two years ago when i got this kart. i installed the pavement spindles and its a whole different ride now. hope to get enough laps this weekend to finish dialing it in. thanks again.
Name: JB 01
Date Posted: Thu Jul 17 21:40:54 2008
Message: I HAVE A 07 BADMAX BUT NEED SETUP INFO,RIM SIZES AND %S FOR LITES,MED, PLEASE HELP THANK U
Name: smith117
Date Posted: Mon Jul 14 20:53:42 2008
Message: Hey KB, peachstate was different this past weekend hope yall did good, I didn't just had sum bad luck idk what else to do to the Inferno. I was on the numbers you gave me awhile back and i tried high cross around 69% it was like the kart was bound down all day long we couldn't losen it up at all and we even rolled the front-end LF-8.5 & RF-11 and had brand new tires and it was like i was dragging a car behind me it was so bound down. I also tried sum different camber sum guys told us that was on U-MAX the numbers were LF-0% AND RF-2.8%.....kevin if u could help me out it would be great if u need any more information to help just let me know. I just thought it was weird bc we ran the nite b4 and we was fast and its like we stopped saturday. thanks KB
Name: Jerry Reed Freeman
Date Posted: Wed Jul 9 19:40:17 2008
Message: Need some help on setup at HangingRock Iam on a 08 ELEMENT run stock lite,med,and heavy.The track has been a little softer since the money race. Thanks!!!
Name: Thomas R
Date Posted: Tue Jul 8 12:25:46 2008
Message: Hey Kevin,I need some # for a LGC for Dumplin Valley (TN) what would be good to start with & i've seen some people rolling there caser foword on both sides is that worth doing? any info would be great thanks, Thomas
Name: KB
Date Posted: Tue Jul 8 08:37:28 2008
Message: Blacksheep 17, Depending on what tires Maxxis/Firestones / Burris. I would give these #'s a try.
55.5-56% left
45.5-46% nose
63-66% cross w/ Maxxis/Firestones
3-4 % lower cross on Burris
RF Camber -2.8--3.2
LF Camber +.2-+.7
Typical Staggers and keep the LR 3-5 Harder than the RR. Stock Caster settings will be fine, but rolling + Caster in the Kart will create a little more grip in the Chassis. Tires will be the main part of your program, These #'s should get you close @ almost all tracks. Tweaking on a balanced chassis should be all you have to do. Good Luck and Hope this helps you out. KB
Name: KB
Date Posted: Tue Jul 8 08:30:54 2008
Message: Larry, Give these #'s a try.
54.5-55.5%Left
54-57%Cross
44.5-45% Nose
RF Camber -3.1
LF Camber + 1.0-+1.5
Stagger 11/4 front
1 rear
Keep the LR Tire 3-5 harder than the RR. Tires will be the most critical deal. Focus on preping and conditioning the tires. Good Luck I hope this helps. KB
Name: KB
Date Posted: Tue Jul 8 08:25:56 2008
Message: Tyler, Give me a call when you get a chance 864-322-0504. KB
Name: KB
Date Posted: Tue Jul 8 08:23:33 2008
Message: Brad, I would suggest adding a little Left% and Cross%. Your chassis is doing alot in 1 lap. I think that you could focus more on the Staggers/Prep and Air pressures and maybe help you more than set-up. Your 4 wheel drift may be due to loosing the LR @ Apex. Left and Cross will help this. Hope this helps. KB
Name: Blacksheep 17
Date Posted: Sun Jul 6 03:33:44 2008
Message: Also need set up numbers on 1/5 mile, flat track. both tracks,medium clay.
Name: Blacksheep 17
Date Posted: Sat Jul 5 22:36:02 2008
Message: Looking for setup for a 1/5 mile,with 22degrees of banking in the turns. currently running in stocklite and gold restricter plate classes.On an 07 Inferno.
Name: Larry Bush
Date Posted: Thu Jul 3 17:18:52 2008
Message: Looking for setup for 1/4 mile high banked track,99 centerforce,f/h 300lbs.kart and driver.also 1/8mile tight corners any help would be greatly appreciated Thanks
Name: Tyler Lauterbach
Date Posted: Wed Jul 2 00:20:23 2008
Message: I run a 00 Centerforce in anmimal mediums At Ben Hur Speedway i have been stumped on setup from the begining of the year. the first race the track was wet cool and cobby. i ran 19.80 second laps. Well the track obviously being dirt changed, it has been consistantly hard and dry ever since. The second night i had a very bad push. widened up the rear end by a hlf inch and took out cross, which got rid of the push. went back the following race and had the same problem a bad push going into the turn this time i added rr tire pressure and made the push worse. what can i do to get the rear end to free up and get the front to hook inn earlier. tires are as such LF:b33a RF:dxb RR:ss-22 LR:b33a rf has the .5 pill in the positive direction running 3/4 of an inch of front stagger and about an inch and a half in the rear. I run 15 62 gear running 7277 for top rpm i have a aluminum axle. and about 57.5 on cross.
Name: TLCHANCEY18
Date Posted: Tue Jul 1 19:37:38 2008
Message: DIDNT NO THAT IF THE TRACK GETS BAD U ND 2 TAKE CROSS OUT.THAT WILL HELP ME ALOT; I RACE AT THE HURRICANE .IT RAINED ALL DAY.TKS KB U THE MAN
Name: Brad Runyon
Date Posted: Tue Jul 1 16:09:07 2008
Message: TRACK INFO:
1/8 mile banked clay oval measuring 655 ft long in the groove track that is a 115 ft front straightaway, a 205 ft. sweeping turn 1 & 2 with 9 degrees of banking, a 124 ft. back stretch with turns 3 & 4 measuring 211 ft. and 9 degrees of banking.
Was checking to see if you can help with our setup driver states in one and two kart in little loose going in and front of kart darts in middle of corner and still loose but is good coming off / driver states loose going into turn three kart is loose feels like it is getting out from under him and slides but has forward grip but losing time due to slide: here are our numbers
08 Element
Camber 1 LF & 3.5 RF
Running 22’s lite class 325 lbs
FIRST SETUP HEAT 8 LAPS
LF 71 LBS / RF 79 LBS
Psi 3 Psi 4.5
LR 105 LBS / RR 73 LBS
Psi 3.5 Psi 4.5
Front 45.7
Left 53.7
Cross 56.1
TEMP AVG:
Outside Middle Inside
RF 80 76 75
RR 86 83 77
LF 74 75 75
LR 79 81 78
LEFT 77
RIGHT 80 +3
FRONT 76
REAR 81 + 5
CROSS
LF/RR 78
LR/RF 78
SECOND SETUP FEATURE 16 LAPS
LF 73 LBS / RF 78 LBS
LR 102 LBS / RR 75 LBS
Front 45.9
Left 53.2
Cross 55.2
TEMP AVG:
Outside Middle Inside
RF 80 78 72
RR 92 84 77
LF 75 75 72
LR 82 84 77
LEFT 78
RIGHT 83 + 5
FRONT 76
REAR 84 +85
CROSS
LF/RR 81 + 1
LR/RF 80
Another Question:
I was told to keep Right side and Rear weight close to same number, but if your are showing a +5 to the right side do you ADD or take WEIGH OFF.
Thanks
BRAD RUNYON
Name: KB
Date Posted: Tue Jul 1 11:03:21 2008
Message: Damian, I would suggest adding some Left % and Cross %. This will keep the kart from getting on the RSides and slow down transfer. Get you set as low as possible. You are a big guy and low VCG. I would also add some RF Camber -3.2. Keep up with the tires, you may need to be harder than others. Keep the LR Harder 3-5 Duro. Hope this helps and Good Luck. KB
Name: KB
Date Posted: Tue Jul 1 10:57:56 2008
Message: tlchancey18, I would suggest taking some cross out. You may need to transfer more due to the track lacking grip. Tires are the most critical thing and I would suggest keeping the LR 3-5 harder duro. Everything else looks Ok. Keep up with the changing track conditions and Tires. Good Luck. KB
Name: KB
Date Posted: Tue Jul 1 10:37:47 2008
Message: Zach, The LGC is just like the Blaze Octane. The kart reacts like on and drives like one. I think it would be a good kart for you if you have had results with the Blaze/Blaze octane. Thanks, KB
Name: KB
Date Posted: Tue Jul 1 10:35:45 2008
Message: Anthony Keene, You will need to buy 2)800x6 for the RS and 1)600x6 for the LR and 1)450x6/500x6)burris for the LF. The wheel sizes are 2)10 for RS and an 8.25 LR and 6.5 for LF. The stagger should be close but you may have to size a little. You will need 11/4 front and 7/8-1" Rear. Hope this helps . KB
Name: KB
Date Posted: Tue Jul 1 10:32:13 2008
Message: Keith, Woodleaf is a track that changes very often. I would suggest the baseline set-up on the Owners page and from there Tires will be the real deal and keeping up with the changing track conditions. The standard settings will get you a good baseline though. Good Luck. KB
Name: KB
Date Posted: Tue Jul 1 10:29:23 2008
Message: KH, Give these #'s a try.
53-54% Left
58-61.5% Cross Higher Cross when track bites
46-46.5% Nose
Stagger - 1 1/4 Front
3/4-7/8 Rear
Get the seat as low as possible (while driver is comfortable.
Camber -3.2-3.5 RF
Camber - 0 - +.25 LF
Stock Caster Settings.
The kart is very dependant on the LR tire make sure it is thin and 3-5 harder than the RR. And tires are going to be the critical. Make sure the kart rolls well and doesn't turn left too fast and bind. With plate chassis the kart has to roll free. Hope this helps and Good luck . KB
Name: KB
Date Posted: Tue Jul 1 10:17:58 2008
Message: Thomas 18, I would give these #'s a try.
56-57% Left
58-65% Cross Depending what tires you run. Higher cross on Maxxis/Vegas/Firestones.
Lower Cross on Burris
45-45.5 Nose
RF Camber -2.8 - -3.2
LF Camber +.5-+.75
RTW - RR 1/4 off 1/2 off LR
Stagger - 1 1/4 Front
3/4-7/8 Rear
Tires are the biggest part of your program. These #'s will be a good baseline though. Good Luck and Thanks for the Support.KB
Name: Bang Strom
Date Posted: Tue Jul 1 07:19:58 2008
Message: Hey Kevin, You gave me some advice on chassis height a few weeks ago. My son was having a hard time with a bumpy track. We raised the kart and went out saturday in the feature to get second place. Big accomplishment for us. He beat his best lap by .99 of a sec!!!! Thanks For the help, We are competin now!!!
Name: JOHN KELLETT
Date Posted: Mon Jun 30 17:41:48 2008
Message: HELP ON ADJUSTABLE REAR LEAD
Name: Damian Phillips
Date Posted: Mon Jun 30 12:22:45 2008
Message: Kevin, I havea 2007 Inferno and it always seems to be tight. the set up i run now is
Cross 58
Left 57
Rear 55
RF Camber 2.8
LF Camber .5
Front stagger 1 1/4
Rear Stagger 3/4
thats for a semi-banked 1/5 mile that track loves vega when dusty then when black and hard maxxis, or right firestones and left maxxis
Im 224 pounds 5'7
Name: TL18
Date Posted: Sun Jun 29 19:17:12 2008
Message: O.ITS A 06
Name: tlchancey18
Date Posted: Sun Jun 29 18:36:13 2008
Message: i run this wkend and i was runing 66.7 CROSS,56 LEFT,55.2 REAR.AND I COULDNT GET THE PUSH OUT.TIRES WAS PUNCHIN 5O.RIGHT.55.LEFT'HT3'WHAT I ND TOO DO
Name: zach wittmer
Date Posted: Sat Jun 28 15:27:41 2008
Message: I am currently running a 02 blaze. my ? is would the lgc work awesome on tracks where the blaze dominates
Name: Anthony Keene
Date Posted: Fri Jun 27 19:19:55 2008
Message: kevin what is stagger,i need to buy a set of tires and wheels 4 a 02 ultramax sr champ to run at beechnut i know the coumpound i need just not shure about the rest thank you 4 all your help
Name: JOHN KELLETT
Date Posted: Thu Jun 26 16:52:43 2008
Message: KEVIN THANKS
Name: JOHN KELLETT
Date Posted: Thu Jun 26 16:52:33 2008
Message: KEVIN THANKS
Name: Keith
Date Posted: Thu Jun 26 15:06:53 2008
Message: Kevin, have you got a baseline for a Blaze Octane at Woodleaf, NC? Thanks.
Name: KH
Date Posted: Thu Jun 26 01:51:26 2008
Message: Kevin, just bought 04 blaze octane looking for some #'s on the set up. 1/8 mile highbank tight corners, son runs blueplate weight requirement 2751b's. tires maxxis ht3's
Name: Thomas18
Date Posted: Wed Jun 25 18:41:06 2008
Message: i got a 07 infero.want to know what the setup is.i run limited mod.t3,360.weighttks man
Name: KB
Date Posted: Wed Jun 25 13:16:36 2008
Message: racenmom, No ? is stupid. The rear bite on the scales is the combined weight of the LR/RR and divided by the total weight of the kart. This will give you a % #. It is still the sprung weight on the LR and compared to the RR. On a racecar you can adjust the Spring rate of the Springs and add bite to the Rearend. The spring on your kart is the tires, you can increse the (BITE) on the LR by adding 1 lbs. of air to the LR and also increase your cross %. Hope this helps, Good Luck KB
Name: racenmom
Date Posted: Wed Jun 25 12:29:06 2008
Message: ok, just so I understand, you are calling rear bite cross? on my scales i have left %; right% nose% and cross, then below it it says rear bite and gives different number than cross.....sorry for being stupid on this ine.
Name: KB
Date Posted: Wed Jun 25 12:25:44 2008
Message: John, I like to start on tires 3-5 days before the race. Tires is the deal so getting them finished a couple of days before the event will certainly help you out. Good luck, KB
Name: KB
Date Posted: Wed Jun 25 12:22:29 2008
Message: Cla, Good Job on your finishes in Gold.
Walter,You may have too much left% for a Gold plate, Keeping the Chassis on the LR and making it tight(lack of transfer). I would try 54.5-55%. Maybe back off on the nose a bit to 46.5%. The tires will be the critical part. Make sure the LR is 3-5 harder than the RR. Hope this helps. KB
racenmom, Rear bite (Cross) is sprung weight on the LR. Yes, the other wheel weights will change when this is adjusted. Higher cross setting makes the kart feel unstable, due to you have the RF and LR teetering and the LF and RR are not loaded. To the driver it cross% makes him feel tight, but he is LR Loaded and on hard biting tracks the kart will have a smooth transfer and be free. With plate racers the lower cross will work, due to there is no weight transfer the kart needs to stay on top of the track. Give me a call if you need anything else. I hope this helps ya. KB
Anthony Keene, I would adjust the top heim. If you bent those heims I would check out the kart very good, those heims are very strong and I hope you haven't hurt the chassis. Hope this helps. Good Luck. KB
Name: JOHN KELLETT
Date Posted: Tue Jun 24 17:18:53 2008
Message: WHEN TO START ON TIRES
Name: JOHN KELLETT
Date Posted: Tue Jun 24 17:18:20 2008
Message: WHEN TO START ON TIRES
Name: Anthony Keene
Date Posted: Tue Jun 24 12:42:41 2008
Message: kevin i have a 2002 ultramax champ and the right front himi joints are bent im going to order new ones my ? is where do they need to be set how far should the jam nut be on the joint and when you adj the camber do you just move the top one thanks man im new to karts with caster camber
Name: racenmom
Date Posted: Tue Jun 24 10:06:53 2008
Message: Kevin,
what the purpose of rear bite? does it really matter? (i mean i know it matters) but where should you be at? sometimes when i set up on scales and i get all of my numbers right left, front nose, cross ect... my rear bite changes. ive asked a veteran, he says "how does the kart feel?" then i guess its okay...kinda more anal than that.....so does it matter? and how doe you change it without messing up the rest of your numbers?
Name: walter walsh
Date Posted: Tue Jun 24 01:13:04 2008
Message: We have tried all kinds of #'s still tight. Tried different tires too. We have an 06 Inferno we now run at Dumplin Valley in east TN. My #'s are left 56% nose 47% cross 63% cambers are rf 3.0 lf .5 staggers are front 1 1/2 rear 1 center of seat is 1 inch to right of brake rotor & 10 inches off the axle.weight is 300 to 320lbs depending on fh or animal. burris 33a's. We had an 02 blaze we loved it & we enjoy running the umax chassis. THANKS FOR ANY HELP.
Name: Cla Knight42
Date Posted: Mon Jun 23 15:56:42 2008
Message: Kevin this weekend there wasnt anybody to race against in blue plate so I moved up to gold plate and finished third out of nine.
Name: Jonathan
Date Posted: Mon Jun 23 09:14:09 2008
Message: I do not know much about Massena, I would recommend using the Baseline set-up on the Owners Page and then contact Wade # TRW Racing and or Russell Hunt in MO. Bothe will be able to help you. Check out our Dealer Page and give them 2 guys a call. They will be able to help you. Thanks for the Support. KB
Name: Jonathan
Date Posted: Sun Jun 22 18:30:01 2008
Message: Kevin i was wondering if i could get a basic setup for an 08 Element....the track is Massena in Massena IA......if u could help me out that would b great!!!
also if u could give a gear setup that would b good too....i run 219 chain
Name: john kellett
Date Posted: Fri Jun 20 21:42:31 2008
Message: best way to setup
Name: john kellett
Date Posted: Fri Jun 20 21:34:22 2008
Message: setup fore 24
Name: KB
Date Posted: Fri Jun 20 10:41:30 2008
Message: John, I haven't been there in a while , but I would say Stock Med. (15-62) or (16-65/66). Justin Brewster will be there this week and I am sure he can hepl you out. Thanks, KB
Name: John Kellett
Date Posted: Thu Jun 19 17:23:39 2008
Message: gear at 24
Name: KB
Date Posted: Thu Jun 19 13:05:38 2008
Message: JP, Try These #'s.
left% 56.5-57.0
Nose - 45.5%
Cross - 66-69%
RF Camber -3.2-3.5
LF Camber 0-+.5
Stagger 1.125 F
.750 R
Tires will need to be pretty hard, Firestones around 58-62 duro. Track should be very fast with good weather. Don't be scared of Air 8-11 lbs. Gear for stock Heavy will be 18-63 / or 19-66-67. I like the big driver , but the track has to be very good. Hope this helps and Good Luck. KB
Name: J.P.
Date Posted: Wed Jun 18 17:26:03 2008
Message: Kevin, going to be running an '03 blaze octane at PK in the tri-state race. Need a baseline for Stock Medium and Heavy (flatheads). Help with what gear to run would be great too. Thanks.
Name: KB
Date Posted: Tue Jun 17 17:15:29 2008
Message: Ron, The RR should be a 1/4 off chassis and the LR 1/2 to 5/8 off chassis.(Dirt) and Pavement RR 1/4-1/2 and the LR 11/4-11/2 off chassis
Name: RON
Date Posted: Tue Jun 17 12:42:25 2008
Message: KEVIN ON THE BAD MAX WHAT IS THE RECOMMENDED RTW ,DOES A 1 1/2 LR OUT SOUND RIGHT IM COMING UP WITH 39 9/16 .
Name: KB
Date Posted: Tue Jun 17 09:50:20 2008
Message: Ron, You may need to adjust the seat to the Left and little. 3/4 of an inch should get you more Left. Keep the chassis as light as you can, but 10 lbs. may not hurt the speed if it handles. Hope this helps. KB
Name: RON COPLEY
Date Posted: Tue Jun 17 09:19:46 2008
Message: HEY KEVIN QUICK QUESTION ,I HAVE A BAD MAX MY SON RACES AS A JR JR AT AKA IN ARIZONA.WITH 10 LBS ADDED TO THE LEFT SIDE OF THE CAR WE ARE STILL AT 52.5 L.S WEIGHT.HE IS CURRENTLY 230 LBS HOW MUCH WEIGHT DO YOU KEEP ADDING TO GET L.S. ACCURATE WITHOUT THE CAR WEIGHING 250LBS IN A 200 LB CLASS.
Name: KB
Date Posted: Mon Jun 16 16:48:32 2008
Message: racen mom, Thanks for the Support, Stay on top of those tires and you will continue to be fast.
Cla, You wait until you get that ELEMENT. You will be unbeatable. Good Job and I will see ya in a few days.
Josh, Thanks for the help @ GKK. Tweak on that seat , and get the Laft % up and you will get some more speed out of the kart. Thanks to all for the Support, and as I have said before Ultramax is Strong and is getting stronger each week, and without you none of it would be possible. Thanks
Name: josh roach
Date Posted: Sun Jun 15 22:13:58 2008
Message: Thanks for all the help at Gkk that was the best we have been wish we would had have more gear in stocklite. see ya in a few days.
Name: Cla Knight
Date Posted: Sun Jun 15 16:36:53 2008
Message: Kevin Finished second in the heat and came out and made the white flag lap pass to win.
Name: racen mom
Date Posted: Sat Jun 14 07:11:47 2008
Message: Kevin, Has anyone told you lately how much we love this new Element? Chaulk up 2 more wins! Thanks for all that you do....
Glenn, I can promise you, it had to be an oversite. These guys are the best and love their customers!!!!
Name: Nick Seabold
Date Posted: Fri Jun 13 18:44:09 2008
Message: What is a good starting point on an Inferno running burris tires in stock lite and medium?
Name: Glenn
Date Posted: Fri Jun 13 09:41:33 2008
Message: Kevin, thanks for the response. I love my Umax karts, I have been able to get my octanes fast anywhere we go, I have just had problems finding what the element likes. I have even struggled with it at my home track which I have raced at for 8 years. If I give you the set up off of the octanes, which we win on consistantly, can you tell me what to put on the element. Once again we appreciate the help that you give the racers.
Name: KB
Date Posted: Thu Jun 12 14:11:55 2008
Message: Roger, The Pavement Front end will be stamped on the under side of the spindle arm. Part #
213boa / ACP500PR Caster Plate
211boa / ACP500PL Caster Plate.
Hope this helps and Let me know how the #'s work out for ya. Good Luck. KB
Name: roger m
Date Posted: Thu Jun 12 13:35:50 2008
Message: how can i be sure i have the pavement front end parts. i would assume it is setup that way (purchased from umax dealer who operates tarmac track). thanks for the prompt reply kevin
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Name: KB
Date Posted: Thu Jun 12 11:29:21 2008
Message: Glenn, I apologize, I try to get on here each day and help the racers, I must have missed you and I apologize. You guys are the reason that we are here and we realize that, because that is what we are (Racers). Not many other chassis manufactures will give you a service like this, usuallly you have to call and might get someone or might not. If I can help 1 person along the way, and others may see the problem and help themselves in the future.Lets get to the Element Set-up.
Left % 56.5-57.5
Nose % 46.0
Cross% 63-66 Maxxis / Firestones
57-63 Burris
These are baselines not saying that you will go beyond these #'s
RF Camber - 2.9-3.3
LF Camber - 0-+.5
RTW - RR 1/4 off Chassis
LR 1/2-5/8 off chassis
Stock Caster settings will be safe
Stagger - 1.250 F
.875-1.0R
These #'s will get ya close. The Chassis seems to like Left%. Keep the LR Tire 3-5 Duro. Harder than the RR.Tires are everything, which I say that 100 times a day, focus on them and with these #'s I think you will be fine. If you have any more ?/concerns, call me I am available 8-5 everyday. Thanks and Good Luck. KB
Name: KB
Date Posted: Thu Jun 12 11:13:09 2008
Message: Roger, Give these #'s a try. First do you have the Pavement Front-end (Caster Blocks/Spindles)?.
55-56.5% Left
45.5 Nose%
52-57.5% Cross
RF Camber -3.750
LF Camber 0 - +.25
Stagger is good, maybe take some out of the Front.
Stock Caster Settings RF-10 LF-7
RTW - RR 1/2-3/4 off Chassis
LR 11/4-11/2 off Chassis
I would suggest you use smaller LR Wheels.Suggest 6.0 / 5.5
Your Loose off problem may be because of lack of Cross% and the Kart stands up on the RF and Pivots too good, and there isn't enough sprung weight % on the LR to load it and get you off the corner.All of these motions have to work in conjuction with each other. The Smaller wheels on the LS will reduce contact patch and stiffen spring rate in the tire, which may help you unload and if the chassis has enough cross% it will transfer consistent and smooth. Tires are everything, and these #'s will not mean much without the correct thickness, prep, stagger, pressure. These #'s should get you close to what I would suggest. Give me a call if you have any more ?/concerns. Thanks for the Support and I hope this helps. KB
Name: roger marden
Date Posted: Thu Jun 12 10:18:36 2008
Message: 06 umax jr champ tight on entry. 1/5 mile unbanked asphault
45.5 front
55 left
stagger.. 1-3/8 & 1-1/8
camber 0.25 and 3.0
caster 6/8
cross 44
rear track 39
dunlops 710 on 9.25
550's on 7.25
gold plate animal
this kart has been locked down from day one (currently into season 3 with this). when entering turn the front tires just cant generate enough turning power to pivot kart. ive had to drop cross even more to get kart to pivot on entry/center. kart jumps loose on exit. increasing left helps the center of turn but hurts entry more. raising cross above 45 turns kart into a hopping monster.
when track loses grip the loose off gets worse but otherwise kart doesnt change.
raising stagger has helped but the lack of front end response still there.
harder LR? move LR? it just wont get off the LR and pivot in the turns
i tried the .120 axle last year and it made no difference in handling
Name: Glenn
Date Posted: Wed Jun 11 17:20:01 2008
Message: I currently own 5 umax karts and will not race any other. I was told by my distributor that this would be a good place to get answers about any of my kart questions. 2 weeks previous I asked a question with no response, not even "I'm unfamiliar with the track." I've spoken to the distributor again and he is the most helpful person I've ever dealt with when it comes to these karts.I have other ? about the element that he doesn't have experience with yet. My octanes are very fast karts and there aren't any ?'s he hasn't been able to help with. I guess that not all racers are important to Ultramax.
Name: KB
Date Posted: Wed Jun 11 16:29:54 2008
Message: Bang Strom, The Rear Pan I was referring to is the one under the seat. If you do not have that, you're OK. I would give it a try and see how it works for you. Thanks for the Support and Good Luck. KB
Name: Bang Strom
Date Posted: Wed Jun 11 14:35:02 2008
Message: KB, rear pan, are you talking about the pan inside the rear bumper? I do have a pan, my buddy at the track has no pan in his.if you are talking about the pna in the rear bumper, how does removing it help?? More flex? I got the front end raised a little, kart is pretty level front to back now, used to be leaned foward a little.
Name: KB
Date Posted: Wed Jun 11 09:23:10 2008
Message: Bang Strom, If you are going to raise the chassis, do it on all 4 corners. The Rake in the chassis means a great deal to transfer. If you have a rearpan installed on the chassis I would remove it, that should help. Larger diameter tires will also help a little. Kart racing is very dependant on Weight transfer. I would suggest raising it a little. Thanks for the support and Good Luck.
Name: KB
Date Posted: Wed Jun 11 09:15:45 2008
Message: --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Ultramax Racing Chassis would like to Thank all of the Ultramax Racers that attended the WKA Dirt National @ Margarettesville. We had another stellar weekend and this prove the skeptics and competitors that the 2008 Element is the Real Deal.
Jr Spts Lite - Spencer Davis 1st /Pole Element
Jr Spts Hvy - Spencer Davis 1st / Pole Element
Briggs Limited - Wayne Overton 3rd LGC
Briggs Sr Champ Lite - Jayson Brown 3rd Element
Briggs Jr Champ Lite - Anabeth Barnes 1st Element
Cody Clayton 6th Inferno
Briggs Jr Champ Hvy - Anabeth Barnes 1st Element
Cody Clayton 4th Inferno
Briggs Sr Stock - Roger Padgett - 4th Element
Briggs Lite - Ashley Abernathy - Pole 14.199 Element
Briggs Medium - Josh Robinson 1st Element
Ashley Abernathy 2nd Element / Pole
Briggs Heavy - Wayne Overton - 5th LGC
Briggs Super Heavy - Roger Padgett - 2nd Element
Wayne Overton - 3rd LGC
Raptor 330 - Ashley Abernathy- 1st Element / Pole
Josh Robinson - 5th Element
Briggs Jr Lite - Anabeth Barnes -5th Element
Jason Burke - 8th Inferno
Briggs Jr. Hvy - Anabeth Barnes -8th Element
Raptor 370 - Ashley Abernathy - 1st / Pole Element
Jspts Champ Raptor - Cale Overstreet - 3rd Element
Thank all of you who made this weekend a great one. 7 wins on the hardest biting race-track in the country and to overcome the 106 degree heat, we want to say Thank You. You are the reason for the success and from the Midwest-Northeast Ultramax is dominating week after week.
Ultramax Racing Chassis
Name: Bang Strom
Date Posted: Tue Jun 10 22:10:26 2008
Message: Hey Kevin, my son races a scortch octane. He weights about 80lbs. We generally run in the middle of the pack but we have gotten up close to the front when track is super smooth. My son is a rookie this year, but lately our track has been real bumpy (sprint cars) He cant drive the bumps like everyone else. Would raising the washers by the spindle (rasie front end) help or hurt with bumps.
Name: KB
Date Posted: Tue Jun 10 09:04:57 2008
Message: Brian, Good Job. Thanks for the support and stay on top of those tires and the weather changes in the coming months and you will be fine.
Anthony Keene, Yes you will be fine. Tires are the deal as you well know. Let me know if you need anything. Thanks, KB
Name: Anthony Keene
Date Posted: Mon Jun 9 16:11:05 2008
Message: kev i just got a 2002 ultramax champ with a good motor the rite setup and tires can it be competive
Name: Brian Mullett
Date Posted: Mon Jun 9 13:01:33 2008
Message: Kevin
Thanks for the numbers you provided. My son has raced two races, never driven before and he has a 4th first time out and a third in feature, second in heat this last weekend. Little more seat time and hopefully this will get him his first win. Thanks for your help.
Name: cla k 42
Date Posted: Mon Jun 9 12:39:01 2008
Message: Kevin how did you do at cross anchor?
Name: KB
Date Posted: Mon Jun 9 08:44:16 2008
Message: smith17, Good Job. Stay close to those #'s and Focus on the tires. That will keep you more consistent than #'s. Glad to have your support. Thanks, KB
Name: craig holliday
Date Posted: Sat Jun 7 23:20:59 2008
Message: kevin i have an 06 inferno, i run stock heavy and need some numbers. i run at cove view raceway in pa and a hard dry track short 1/10 mile in wv need some input have 57.5lt 46.5 nose 3.2 camber rf lf is .5 cross is at 63.
i was also wondering if my lf wheel weight should weigh more than my rr because mine weighs about 10 lbs heavier. also running 1.5" stagger in front with about 1-1.25" in the rear thanks
Name: smith17
Date Posted: Sat Jun 7 17:12:09 2008
Message: hey Kevin Thanks alot for the #'s for peachstate, we had a pretty good nite i ran lite and medium...I won the heat in lite finished 2nd in med. heat race, and the main rolled around and medium went out first and i got hung out on the out side but i worked my way all the way back up to 4th and getting quicker every lap buy the time checkered drop i was 4th with the fastest lap of the nite 16.32 and come in got everythign ready for lite and we wnt out green flag dropped i pulled away a lil bit tires got a lil heat in them and i was rolling 2nd place was about maybe around 6 karts behinde me and there was only 5 laps left and i had bad luck the carb bolts come out and caused me the race if i could of finished the race my lap times would of been slammin bc the wimmer of lite and then end only went a 16.53....so thank you alot kevin for all ur help.
Name: KB
Date Posted: Fri Jun 6 08:52:49 2008
Message: Kristi, For you Give these #'s a try.
54-55.5% Left
46-46.5 Nose
62-66% Cross
RF Camber -3.0
LF Camber +.25
Typical Stagger / Stock Caster Settings.
These #'s will get you close, Focus on the tires and You will be fine. Thanks for the Support and Good Luck.
Name: Kristi Pangburn
Date Posted: Thu Jun 5 15:00:23 2008
Message: me and my dad are going to the KART nationals next week in Wakeeny, KS.. we got the new elements.. got any setup numbers for us??
Name: KB
Date Posted: Thu Jun 5 09:56:41 2008
Message: eddie aderholdt, Try these #'s
Left% - 57-57.5
Nose% - 45.5%
Cross% - 65-67.5%
Camber - -3.3-3.7 RF
0-+.500
Stock Caster Settings
Stagger - R - 5/8-7/8
F - 1 1/8-1 1/4
Tires will need to be rolled, He keeps the track wet during the weekly shows. Show you will probably need Vegas in the heats and Firestones in the Mains. He isn't runnin a weekly program, @ the Tristate, you will need Firestones in the Low 60's / Highe 50's. These #'s will get you close. Hope this helps and Thanks for the Support. KB
Name: eddie aderholdt
Date Posted: Wed Jun 4 20:50:09 2008
Message: i got a 06 inferno and i need a setup for heavey at pkk
Name: KB
Date Posted: Wed Jun 4 10:15:16 2008
Message: Ron, The Ackerman adjustment will possibly help you situation. I would start by moving the LF 1 hole forward from stock. This will increase the speed of the LF by .7 of a degree in a 10 degree swing, and will free up the chassis. If you get the LF turning too fast it will seem to drag the tire (entering to center) and cause a push(center and off). The ackerman will not make a terrible handeling chassis and great one, but if you are tweaking to get that little x-tra speed this would be a too to work with. Moving the RF Ackerman will not affect the chassis as much, due to the long travel of the tie-rod, but again tweaking you may find that nitch that you are looking for. On the RTW i suggest putting the RR 1/4 off chassis and the LR 1/2 - 5/8 off Chassis (wheel). This should put the RTW @ 39.5-39.625. Depending on how you measure it, everybody does it different. Hope this helps and Thanks for the Support.
Name: KB
Date Posted: Wed Jun 4 10:05:17 2008
Message: John, I would try these #'s
56-57% Left
52-58% Cross
45.5% nose
RF Camber - -2.8-3.2
LF Camber +.75 - +1.25
Typical Stagger and Caster (Stock)
The Badmax is a Flexiable Chassis, unlike the Newer Style Chassis. We have had many customers with success on the chassis and these #'s will be a great start. Keep the LR Tire 3-5 harder than the RR and get the seat as low as possible(with driver comfort).Tires will be key so focus on them. Hope this helps and Good Luck.
Name: KB
Date Posted: Wed Jun 4 09:56:59 2008
Message: Diercks28, Give these #'s a try, these are just Baselines so, you may go outside the parameters.
Left% 55-55.5%
Cross% - 54-60% More when the Track has grip
Nose - 45-45.5%
RF Camber - -2.5-3.0
LF Camber - +.5-+1.0
RTW - RR 1/4 off chassis
LR 1/2 off chassis RTW 39.500
Stagger - F 1 1/4
R 7/8- 1
Stock Caster Settings, each notch is 2 degrees.
If the kart doesn't seem to transfer quick enough, possible to move the RF Lead in the Rear position. This will make the kart rotate a little quicker.(Most Burris Guys use this). As I always say these #'s doesn't mean a whole lot without the right 4 tires, but with the right 4 these will get you in the Ballpark. Hope this helps and Good Luck.
Name: KB
Date Posted: Wed Jun 4 09:41:25 2008
Message:
Ultramax Racing Chassis would like to Thank all of our loyal Customers in the Midwest for their Support and Dedication to us. We had a Stellar weekend @ Lasoski Speedway in MO, and without you none of this would be possible.
JR 1 Animal Med. - Spencer Davis 1st (ELEMENT)
Stock Medium - Ashley Abernathy 1st (ELEMENT)
Sr Stock - Kevin Kinman 1st (INFERNO)
JR 2 Animal Med - Chad Feather 1st (ELEMENT)
Animal Heavy - Jessica Maloney 1st (ELEMENT)
Casey Skyberg 2nd (ELEMENT)
JR 1 Animal Heavy - Trevor Hunt 1st (ELEMENT)
Spencer Davis 3rd (ELEMENT)
Blue Wazoom - Russell Hunt 1st (ELEMENT)
JR 2 Animal Heavy - Chad Feather 2nd (ELEMENT)
Stock Lite - Ashley Abernathy 2nd (ELEMENT)
Mike Halliburton 4th (ELEMENT)
JR1 Lite - Trevor Hunt 1st (ELEMENT)
Sportsman Medium- Kody Havens 5th (ELEMENT)
JR 2 Lite - Chad Feathers 2nd (ELEMENT)
Animal Medium - Mike Halliburton 4th (ELEMENT)
JR 1 Pro Heavy - Spencer Davis 2nd (ELEMENT)
JR 2 Pro Heavy - Chad Feathers 4th (ELEMENT)
Blue Wazoom - Russell Hunt 2nd (ELEMENT)
Pro Heavy - Ashley Abernathy 3rd (ELEMENT)
Casey Skyberg 4th (ELEMENT)
Mike Halliburton 5th (ELEMENT)
We are truly blessed to have these caliber of Racers in the Midwest. The Distributor / Dealer Network has been unbelievable and the Ultramax Brand is shining due to their hard work and dedication that it takes. Thanks also to Matt Connell / Tim Fishel (MC Mtspts) for his continued support, Russell Hunt (Outlaw Pit Products), TRW Racing , Musgrave Racing, West Central Ill. U-max, Russell Karting, Spencer Davis Racing (Scott&Crew),Casey Skyberg (You are a vital part to this success), and anyone that I may have missed, We would like to say THANK YOU!!!!. Lets go after that Manufacture Title in 2008, we havea great start.
ULTRAMAX RACING CHASSIS
Name: RON EATON
Date Posted: Tue Jun 3 22:25:53 2008
Message: JUST BOUGHT A NEW LGC,WAS LOOKING ON YOUR WEB SITE ABOUT SETTING THE ACKERMAN. SON RUNS PURPLE PLATE AT A 1/8TH MILE TRACK ON B55A'S GEARING 15-64. THE TRACK IS A DONUT AND YOUR CONSTANTLY TURNING.STRAIGHTAWAYS ARE ONLY 70 FEET LONG,IF YOU CAN CALL THEM STRAIGHTAWAYS. THE WAY IT'S LAYED OUT YOU ONLY RUN .UP NEXT TO THE WALL FOR A SECOND. EVERYONE UP HERE RUNS THERE ACKERMAN ON BOTH SIDES IN THE CENTER HOLE.AS THE NIGHT GOES ON EVERYBODY TENDS TO PUSH UP ALITTLE IN THE CENTER.NOW FOR MY QUESTION?? WOULD YOU RUN YOUR LEFT UP IN THE FRONT HOLE AND LEAVE THE RIGHT IN THE CENTER.REASON BEING FROM WHAT I'VE READ ON YOUR SET UP PAGE IT HELPS TURN IN THE CENTER KIDS TEND TO SHY AWAY FROM THE WALL THERE AND RUN A GROVE ABOUT ONE KART LOWER THAN THE STOCKS.WHICH MAKES THEM PUSH UP ALITTLE IN THE CENTER. YOUR SITE SAYS THAT WOULD ALLOW YOU TO EXIT THE CORNERS LOWER WITHOUT BINDING THE KART OR RPM'S IF YOU SET THE ACKERMAN THAT WAY. DO YOU THINK IT WOULD BE A GOOD IDEA TO TRY, TO KEEP HIM DOWN LOWER IN THE CORNERS AS LONG AS IT DOESN'T BIND IT UP, AND WOULD IT BENEFIT US IN THE LONG RUN ONCE HE LEARNS TO RUN THE STRAIGHTAWAY LINE UP HIGH. LIKE I SAY IT'S A BULLRING BOTH TURNS ARE BETWEEN 3-5 DEGREES. IF IT WOULD LET US RUN A FOOT LOWER IN THE CORNER WITHOUT BINDING WE WOULD BE ROLLING. YOUR SITE SAYS IT WOULD MAKE IT LOOSE ON EXIT. IF I RUN RTW 38"7/8THS NOW WHAT RTW WOULD YOU RUN AND CLEARANCE FROM LEFT REAR WHEEL TO KEEP THE CHASSIS SNUG FOR A INEXPERIENCED KID? OR WOULD YOU EVEN TRY IT AT ALL?JUST THINKING OUTSIDE THE BOX WANTING TO TRY SOMETHING TO GET AN ADVANTAGE, OR WOULD IT SLOW THE KART DOWN TO MUCH AFTER MANY LAPS???
Name: eddie aderholdt
Date Posted: Tue Jun 3 22:03:19 2008
Message: its a 06 inferno and im goin to run stock heavey and med
Name: smith17
Date Posted: Tue Jun 3 20:42:22 2008
Message: kevin if i run my tires 1 1/2F and 1R....bc that what i have always ran my tires no matter what chassis r there anything i can do with that stagger to the chassis....and i was just wondering about the front end too about rolling it forward or backward for peachstate what you think..thanks for the numbers
Name: John Ocenas
Date Posted: Tue Jun 3 16:26:01 2008
Message: Hey Kevin Great site and awesome products. What #'s would you reccomend for the Bad Max on an 1/8th mile medium banked, medium grip track that usually has dust on it, but is hard; class is animal heavy. Tires are usually burris 33's or 44's. Just looking to get some deifnitive #'s on what to run.
Thanks
John
Name: Diercks28
Date Posted: Tue Jun 3 15:05:38 2008
Message: KB
what would you suggest for about 1/8 mile track fairly flat animal med. and stock med. not a very high bite track. Deleware, Iowa. Just need a good baseline for what you think I am done asking most others. We are on 05 Blaze Octanes
thanks
Name: Diercks28
Date Posted: Tue Jun 3 15:01:25 2008
Message: KB
what would you suggest for about 1/8 mile track fairly flat animal med. and stock med. not a very high bite track. Deleware, Iowa. Just need a good baseline for what you think I am done asking most others. We are on 05 Blaze Octanes
thanks
Name: Diercks28
Date Posted: Tue Jun 3 15:01:19 2008
Message: KB
what would you suggest for about 1/8 mile track fairly flat animal med. and stock med. not a very high bite track. Deleware, Iowa. Just need a good baseline for what you think I am done asking most others. We are on 05 Blaze Octanes
thanks
Name: KB
Date Posted: Tue Jun 3 11:15:44 2008
Message: Smith 17, Tires will be a critical part for Peachstate, depending on the track conditions. Give these #'s a try
Left% - 56-56.5%
Cross% - 65-67.5%
Nose% - 45.5%
RF Camber - 3.2
LF Camber +.25
RTW- 1/4 RR off chassis
LR 5/8 off chassis
Stagger -F 11/4
R 3/4-7/8
Tires will be the Deal as you will know, Concentrate on them these #'s will get you in the BallPark. MC Mtspts. Preps will work well as well as Lambert. Hope this helps, and Good Luck, KB
Name: KB
Date Posted: Tue Jun 3 10:56:45 2008
Message: Eddie Aderholdt, Possom is a Big SuperSpeedway, basically you have to reduce all the Scrub down the Straight, and create Grip through the corner. Depending on what kind of Chassis you have High Cross, High -neg RF Camber, and Moderate Left% is usually the way to go. Reduce Stagger all around F&R and don't be scared of Air Pressure. 8-10lbs normally depending on the class. Let me know a little more about what chassis/class you have and we might get you a little closer. This should be the basic stuff that you can try. Hope this helps, KB
Name: smith17
Date Posted: Mon Jun 2 22:33:48 2008
Message: Kevin i got a ? about an inferno, well i went to peachstate about a mouth back track was real dry no bite at all i couldn't really get the kart setup it kept wanting to break loose in the rear end from entrance and center on the corner and we couldn't never tightin it up.... i was just wondering wat kind of setup i can go with because we are going this friday nite to the points race and try to do a little better what do you have in mind that we could do for a setup up at peachstate cause track normally real dry and u can run tires from 45 to 55 maybe 60 at times so if u could help me out thanks.
Name: eddie aderholdt #08
Date Posted: Mon Jun 2 16:25:45 2008
Message: what is a good setup for possum kingdom
Name: KB
Date Posted: Mon Jun 2 10:59:10 2008
Message: lowery00, Yes, You can just purchase the frame only ELEMENT. The Tie-Rods, Steering Shaft, RF Spindle / Hub. Everything else will work. I would propably recommend putting a fresh axle in the kart, so your are starting Fresh. Contact your local dealer and he will be able to take care of ya. Thanks, KB
Name: KB
Date Posted: Mon Jun 2 09:46:30 2008
Message: racenmom, With not knowing much about the track and tires, sounds to me like you are tight. Give me a call so we can discuss a little more in depth 864-322-0504 Thanks, KB
Name: lowrey 00
Date Posted: Sun Jun 1 20:44:07 2008
Message: can i buy just the frame o8 element and will my 06 inferno parts inter change
Name: racenmom
Date Posted: Sat May 31 09:03:39 2008
Message: Kevin, we run the 08 element, love this kart. My son runs purple, at the track last night we were out performed by half a lap, we ran 14.05 on a 1/8 track, turning 5500 rpms, leader turning 6200 rpms ran faster than heavy times.I have never been able to turn over 5700 rpms on either of my motors, both new....whats the deal? any suggestions?
Name: Joe Eckert
Date Posted: Thu May 29 11:34:28 2008
Message: Thanks for your expertise on the set up for the bad max. It is working great took third in the feature in the over 35 class. Two kart lengths between me and the leader. Its fun to run up toward the front, thanks again for all your input, it really helps.
Name: Glenn
Date Posted: Wed May 28 13:03:57 2008
Message: Kevin, I am going to gulfport, ms for the 1st time, what would be a good starting setup for an element. I will be running stock heavy. I am 6ft tall and weigh 200 lbs. thanks in advance
Name: KB
Date Posted: Tue May 27 10:38:47 2008
Message: Tracy, The rear lead is a tool that you have to adjust if you need it. The Rear axle has 1/16 Lead built in and it can be adjusted to 3/16 Lead with the LF forward and the RR Back, by rolling the cassette. Some people have used the Cross Adjuster over and used it as a Lead movement(.200), but you have to be careful with the Brake Caliper and Rotor, it will rub under load so keep a close check on it. I would suggest leading the LR a little , this will keep the chassis turning well and free. Plate Racers seem to have good success with it here in the Southeast. Hope this helps, and Good Luck. KB
Name: KB
Date Posted: Tue May 27 10:22:04 2008
Message: Smith 17, Yeah, it was a little ruff @ Possom this weekend, but life goes on. We usually choose Team riders every few years, We have about 10 Riders through out the US that have supported us for years. We take applications through the year and keep them on file, we look @ Results, Championships, ect. The main thing is to have people that have Confidence in our products and over the past few years we have had the best group in the Karting Industry, and the "Results Says it all". Send a resume and we will keep it on file, and race the best you can. Hope this helps and Good Luck in the Future
Name: Tracy Reece
Date Posted: Tue May 27 09:37:41 2008
Message: Hey Kevin I need some help. What is the purpose of rear lead? how can it be changed? how should it be set? when changing, what can i expect different with the kart. Thanks Tracy!
Name: smith17
Date Posted: Sun May 25 22:04:38 2008
Message: hey kevin, i watched you at the Kingdom it looked a little ruff and im not just talking about the track it looked like bumprt cars in every class.....Kevin your graphics looked good on and off the track.. anyways Kevin i was just wondering what does it take for a ride from ultramax (team driver) i was just wondering becasue i been racing 13 years and always wanted to b part of something like that but i would go into more detail about my racing years, but if u would like to know just write me back thanks have a great day kevin.
Name: Lisa Lambert
Date Posted: Wed May 21 15:33:27 2008
Message: Hi Kevin cant seem to find some parts on the on-line store. Could you call me please? Thanks!
Name: KB
Date Posted: Wed May 21 12:30:27 2008
Message: Walter, After looking @ your set-up. I would reduce the LF camber to+1/2 and drop the Cross% to 61-63%. I think you may have a little too much cross. The Left % is OK, but I would maybe drop it a little. Make sure the Tires are right for the track conditions. You may have a tire issue causing the chassis to Lock-down. Give this atry and let me know how you do. Good Luck, KB
Name: KB
Date Posted: Wed May 21 11:28:32 2008
Message: Nick, I would start with this Baseline.
Left - 55-55.5%
Cross -54-59% Higher when the Track has Grip
Nose - 45.5%
RF Camber - 2.4-2.9
LF Camber - +.75-1.0
RTW - RR Wheel 1/4 off chassis
LR 1/2 off Chassis
Stagger -F 11/4
R 1 - 1/1/4
Keep the LR Tire 3-5 Duro Harder than the RR
As you have probably seen Tires are everything to these #'s. You know your Track and what type of Tire / Prep works there. Stay on the tires but these #'s will get you close. I would try this and if you need it to turn better and stand up on teh RF harder Take the RF Lead and move it to the rear position. Standard Caster will probably be a safe zone. Let me know how this works for ya. Thanks, KB
Name: tim bennett
Date Posted: Mon May 19 13:21:16 2008
Message: I recently got hired on as a mechanic with a rookie team. the driver doesnt reall know the terms yet (i can figure out what most of the problems are) wich makes communicating kinda hard. The first week i was with them the Ultramax looked like a dozer going through the turns, got that fixed. Now when we have a dryslick track its way to loose, ive tried moving the right rear in, tried heads up stagger, ajusting the front, and even went out with 2 pounds of air across the back, and 10 lbs across the front in hopes the back would steer and the front would slide. It was still loose, what should i try?
Name: John Allison
Date Posted: Mon May 19 11:49:48 2008
Message: I have a 2000 Centerforce Champ. Do they make adjustable camber spindles for the LF? How much and where?
Name: walter walsh jr
Date Posted: Sun May 18 22:08:03 2008
Message: My son has an 06 inferno & it's tight. We run a high banked med bite track. The #'s are 56% left, 51% rear, 66% cross cambers are RF -3 LF 1, We run ss33a's. Stagger is at 1-1/8 in the front & 3/4 in rear. WE run gold at 327 lbs. My rtw is at 39-7/8. Was just needing some help on freeing this kart up it's alot different from the 02 Blaze we had. Also seat height is 9-3/4 inches from the rear axle.
Name: Nick Worley
Date Posted: Sat May 17 23:41:33 2008
Message: Looking for a starting setup you would suggest for a 1/8 mile low banked track. 33 tire rule, in Illinois, and has very low bite. On an Element in Stk. med. Thank you.
Name: JFK
Date Posted: Fri May 16 09:42:12 2008
Message: THANK YOU
Name: KB
Date Posted: Fri May 16 08:23:49 2008
Message: JFK, Vegas don't require a lot of preping @ Dexter when the weather is good. I know that Acrysol/WD-40 (1-3 oz) works good for the inside prep and Acrysol on the outside during the day and possibly MC Mtspts. Bite-Rite / or Tire Fire works good @ Night. If it is warm outside and day racing I wouldn't do extreme preping just conditioning. Weather and Track conditions will be a major variable(Depending what Mr. Carl's Mood is). Thin Vegas is what I would recommend. Hope this helps and keep your LR tire 3-5 Duro harder than the RR. Good Luck. KB
Name: JFK
Date Posted: Fri May 16 06:37:01 2008
Message: DEXTER
Name: KB
Date Posted: Thu May 15 11:28:35 2008
Message: JFK, Where are you running. Let me know. KB
MA, These are the #'s I would start with.
56-57% Left
63-67% Cross%
45% Nose
Camber -3.4-3.8 RF
0 - +.25 LF
Stagger - 1 1/8 F
7/8-1 1/8 R
Caster - 9 RF 6LF Stock is 10 R 7L
Get the seat low as possible and tires will be the deal, I would use a 1/2 lbs. split R/L. Let me know how you do. Good Luck, KB
Name: JFK
Date Posted: Thu May 15 07:33:24 2008
Message: HOW HARD/SOFT WOULD YOU WANT VEGA & WHAT PREP TO USE 06 INFERNO
Name: MA
Date Posted: Wed May 14 15:42:42 2008
Message: Looking at running a 1/3 mile asphalt track with little banking. Probably going to be on Stones YGF's. Looking for numbers to start with for both and inferno and element. Running stk. medium. Thanks
Name: KB
Date Posted: Mon May 12 16:53:27 2008
Message: Joe Eckert, Give me a call , so we can discuss the BADMAX and 01 Champ. KB
864-322-0504
Name: KB
Date Posted: Mon May 12 16:51:10 2008
Message: Brian Mullet, Give me a call @ you convience. Thanks, KB
Name: KB
Date Posted: Mon May 12 16:49:38 2008
Message: SL, I would try a 19-64 or 20-67/68 These will be pretty close. Hope this helps, KB
Name: KB
Date Posted: Mon May 12 16:47:57 2008
Message: jlhmsh@yahoo.com, Give me a call and we will try to get ya Rolling. KB
Name: KB
Date Posted: Mon May 12 16:47:14 2008
Message: Chase, Sounds to me like you are loose in and good off. Try taking some stagger out of the Rear. You may also try to take some - out of the RF 1/8 of a degree or so. Tweak, sounds like the karts has speed, so fine-tune. Good Luck KB
Jimmy Necaise, Glad to see you ran well. Stay on top of those Tires, and did I mention Tires, TIRES!!!!. Keep it Rolling, KB
Name: chase hopper
Date Posted: Mon May 12 12:50:37 2008
Message: Kevin need a little help getting in the corner truing right to go left but center off it is bad fast
Name: dale horton
Date Posted: Sun May 11 22:32:06 2008
Message: long time no see sir. hope everyone your way is doing okay. call me 864-838-5897
Name: immy necaise
Date Posted: Sun May 11 15:26:00 2008
Message: kevin wanna say thanks for the numbers you gave i run third in the heat and won the feature at gulf coast motorsports park.com the kart was alittle tight in the center coming off if you have anymore ideas let me know realy drove better than it ever has,air pressur help maybee let me know thanks immy.
Name: jlhmsh@yahoo.com
Date Posted: Sun May 11 00:41:13 2008
Message: just bought 2 ultramax champ carts 02+03 we live in pa.can you help me set them up.trust me i need help
Name: SL
Date Posted: Fri May 9 13:21:22 2008
Message: KEVIN- THIS QUESTION IS OUTSIDE OF SETUPS- BUT ANY HELP IS APPRECIATED- GOING TO POSSUMKINGDOM- KID RUNS 07 INFERNO IN BLUE PLATE WHAT IS A GOOD FRONT AND REAR GEAR TO START WITH...AGAIN THANKS
Name: Brian Mullett
Date Posted: Fri May 9 12:48:48 2008
Message: Kevin The right side tires are Firestone. Everyone running on the asphalt track is using this tire combination Thanks again
Name: Brian Mullett
Date Posted: Fri May 9 12:46:46 2008
Message: Kevin you had questions about the tires and the tracks. I just purchased the Ultramax, Blaze and plan on having my son race it in blue plate. I have to change seats and add 90lbs to the kart, (he weighs 60lbs). Need to get to 290lbs, currently he weigh at 202lbs, with old seat. I have not installed the new seat yet, nor added any weight. The tires are LF and LR Dunlop 11x5.5-6 RM8, RF and RR are 8x11.5-6 VGF. My son has never raced before, my oldest son and I raced about 8 years ago so I feel like I am starting over again. The asphalt track is 1/5 mile turns 1 and 4 go cement to tar, 2 and 3 are all cement, corners are flat. Dirt track is 1/8 mile clay use to race alot there. The settings on the front are have notches on the chassis, what is the notches for. Rear seat height? Stagger? I plan on purchasing Burris Tires prior to running the clay. Thanks
Name: Joe Eckert
Date Posted: Fri May 9 10:17:06 2008
Message: Hi Kevin, im from Michigan. Racing at Edon Ohio on 1/5 Mile Banked dirt,{clay} track. Racing in the briggs heavy with BAD MAX. 39.5w 8casleft 1.5casleft 53%ls 58%cr 1rstag 1fstag 33's on all 5
#left 10#rites. this is where it handles its best, kart still not freed up, help thanks Kevin
Name: Joe Eckert
Date Posted: Fri May 9 09:38:29 2008
Message: I have a 01 sr champ need #'s. 1/5 mile banked oval only can run 44's or 55's burris.
Name: jimmy necaise
Date Posted: Wed May 7 22:02:32 2008
Message: ill try these this weekend htanks alot jimmy
Name: KB
Date Posted: Wed May 7 16:40:49 2008
Message: Jimmy, Give these #'s a try.
56.5-57.0% -Left
45-45.5% -Nose
52-56% - Cross More bite more Cross%
RF Camber -3.1-3.4
LF Camber +.5
RTW- 39 3/4 RR 1/4 off chassis
Stagger - 1 1/4 Front
1" Rear
Tires are very critical. Make sure the LR is 5 duro. Harder than the RR. Try this and see how close you are and if it helps you out. Stay on top of the Tires. #'s are small part of the program. Good Luck and Give me a shout if you need anything else.
Name: jimmy necaise
Date Posted: Wed May 7 15:50:40 2008
Message: i just bought a 2004 ultramax sr champ and need some good numbers and caster and camber the track is a 1/8 mile dirt decent banking with tight corners.turns black and has good bite,thanks immy
Name: KB
Date Posted: Wed May 7 15:43:16 2008
Message: Tracy, We just had to use your kart on the site!!LoL. Tires are the biggest part of your program, I was wondering why you go from Maxxis to Vegas, I would think it would be the other way around. Give me a call and lets discuss in depth about the track and set-up #'s. Thanks, KB
Name: KB
Date Posted: Wed May 7 15:34:01 2008
Message: Brian, Give me a call and we can discuss more about the two tracks and tires that you run. Thanks, KB 864-322-0504
Name: Tracy Reece
Date Posted: Wed May 7 14:10:17 2008
Message: Kevin,
Great looking site! I am the lucky one who owns the shark body!!!!
Anyway. We own the 08 element. Our local track is 1/8 clay. Have been running 1.25 stagger and .75 stagger and about 58 or so cross. Runs great, just seems to run in the middle of the pack. Have tried different things but nothing seems to get us out of the middle....any ideas? or is it just tires?
start out on maxxis then to vegas still runs about the same times, can pick up 2 or 3 but so does everyone else.
Name: Brian Mullett
Date Posted: Wed May 7 12:37:43 2008
Message: Just purchased a Ultramax Blaze do you have the setup guideline for it. Going to be running 1/5 pavement, flat rack, and a 1/8 slight banking clay. Blue plate, track rules on pavement total weight has to be 290lbs, total weight clay track 275lbs. Thank-You for your Support
Name: KB
Date Posted: Wed May 7 08:50:45 2008
Message: Jay, I would increase the Left % about 1-1.5 %. The Camber #'s should be RF -3.5
LF +.5. I would recommend the Cross % to be between 53-59%. Give me a call and we can discuss this more. Thanks, KB
Name: KB
Date Posted: Wed May 7 08:19:30 2008
Message: SL, Give these #'s a Try
Left - 53.5-54.5%
Nose - 46.0%
Cross - 61-63%
RF Camber -3.3
LF Camber - +.2
RTW - RR 1/4 off chassis
LR 5/8 off chassis
Stagger - 1 1/8 Front
5/8 Rear
SL, He wets the track on a weekly show, You will need Vega / Maxxis pretty soft to start with and then a Firestone. T | | | | | |
