Archive for January, 2009
As far as I still can remember, my childhood days were so simple. The toys that I’ve played with aren’t as advanced as the toys available for kids these days. There wasn’t any complicated interactive computer games then. It’s all about outdoor and backyard games and plays are the popular things we do. That is why kids during my time were more active.
Last Christmas, my wife and I decided to give our kids something to make them more active and enjoy more of playing in our backyard. And with that in mind, we decided to checkout our local bicycle shop to see what we can get them. We were very surprised with what they are offering. We both never realized that even the simple go carts, bikes and tricycles for kids have already evolved. They’re now being offered with all those advanced features such as adjustable chairs, countless accessories and equipped with different setting speeds. We had a great time choosing and in the end we were able to get them these toys that will change the way the play, similar to what I as a kid have played before – but with plenty of extras of course.
We know that our kids love the idea wherein they can drive, whatever form of vehicle it may be. So why not try making one that they can really enjoy?
Here are some easy and simple steps on how to build go cart for your kids:What you need:
- Steel tubing: both round and square for the frame
- Sets of 4 wheels: about 1 ft. diameter with ball bearing
- One set sprockets and chain
- Steering wheel, brakes and brake levers
- Kiddy chair, pedals
What to do:
a. Form a layout of your designed size.
b. Bring the steel tubing to the steel cutting and welding shop.
c. Once the frame is ready, connect each part together and attached the others components starting with the sets of 4 wheels with bearing and brakes.
d. Attach next the one set sprockets and chain to the frame.
e. As soon everything is attached, test all movable parts – the steering wheel, the wheels, the sprockets and chain – and adjust should it’s either tight or loose.
f. If everything is perfect, attached the kiddy chair, the pedals and the other accessories you wish to add.
But if you don’t have the luxury of time to make your own go cart, you can easily get one with just a few mouse clicks. Comparing prices could be very convenient too.