Inventory List and Costs
As I mentioned in design requirements, I tried to use only widely available low cost components available on Amazon or in Home Depot.
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The Frame
- (4) 2x4 Studs (spend some time to pick 4 nice straight studs)
- A single plywood sheet
- (2) Steel "C-Channel" bar from Home Depot
- (2) Seats - the most cost effective option I found was Fork Lift Seats for $80 each
The Drive train
Steering Wheel Kit for 110cc Go Kart
Rear Live Axle Kit with Brake Assembly
1800W 48V Brushless DC Motor Kit with Controller
- Front tires and rims -
Electronics
- Acceleration Pedal
- 12V 9Ah Lead Acid Battery x4
- Charger
- Forward / Backward shifter - $7
- Cut-off Switch -
- Car wire connectors
- Fuse box
- Battery Monitor
How to cut costs
- I think the cost of $160 (2x80) for 2 seats is an extreme overkill, I did find cheaper boat seats (2 for $109), but those does not have a reclining back (which is very convenient) and sliding rails to adopt the position for adults and for kids.
- Wait for sales event - the cheapest price I found for a motor+controller was $80.
- Please let me know (in comments) if you have more ideas....