I got the go-kart back so I can finish some final items on the list before giving it back for assembly after the body is painted. It's good to have it back. I missed it!

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Step 1 was to relocate the heat exchange and wiper motor mount so that I can access the windshield bolts more easily. It was next to impossible for me to get my hand in there the way I had it. I also decided to add some rivet nuts to the wiper motor mount so I can remove it without needing to remove the panel if I need to.

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The next task was to move the water temperature sensor. I originally placed it using the opening near the thermostat. The problem with this location was that I was not getting an accurate reading until the thermostat opened. This location can bee seen in the picture of the new installed sensor. So I bought an in-line hose adapter to move it to the main heater hose line. Here is the link: https://a.co/d/04DJS4CF The supplied sensor would not fit. After speaking to SpeedHut they confirmed I could cut the sensor as long as it was below the demarcation ring.

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After reading some posts about wiring the Neutral Safety switch, I learned that it is necessary to use a relay instead of using the TKO circuit directly. So I rewired it using a relay. While I was there I decided to install the clutch safety switch as well. These are wired in parallel so that I can start the motor with either. I then attached the relay in a place I could easily get to it if needed. I tested the wiring before connecting the starter solenoid wire and it worked correctly. So I then wired the starter and it worked in both scenarios!

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And then finally I attached a Cobra emblem to the steering wheel. I like the look. I may add a black ring around it later.

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