LEGO High Performance E-Kart
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LEGO High Performance E-Kart
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Hey guys! In this Instructable, I will show you how to make a LEGO High-Performance E-Kart. Just follow the picture instructions to construct the build. You do not need to have your LEGO pieces be exactly matching in color. They just need to be the right shape and size.
The Parts
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The Chassis
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The Chassis
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The Chassis
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The Chassis
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The Chassis
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At this point, you could take your chassis and do whatever you like with it if you would like to use it as a starting platform for your own LEGO Kart.
Adding Structure
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The front of the kart has angled 1x2s to create a downforce wing.
Adding Structure
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Adding Structure
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Cockpit
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Rear Bumper
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Make sure you have these pieces for the next step.
Rear Bumper
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Rear Bumper
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Rear Bumper
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Attachment of Bumper
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Bumper
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Adding Contours
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Adding Contours
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Adding Contours
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Venting
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Thes vents go on both sides of the front of the kart directly behind the wheels.
Finishing Rear Bodywork
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Finishing Rear Bodywork
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Finishing Rear Bodywork
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Rear of Kart Finished
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The rear of your kart should look like this when completed.
Front Hood
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Front Hood
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Front Hood
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Hinge for Hood
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This hinge is crucial to getting the right shape for the kart. You can improvise if you like, but the kart may not look the same.
Hinge for Hood
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Hood Assembly
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Hood End Product
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Hood Attachment
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Hood Attachment
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Side Panels
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Side Panels
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Side Panels
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Side Panels
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Side Panels
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Thes angle pieces are needed to attach the panels perpendicularly to the chassis.
Side Panels
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Side Panels
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Side Panel Attachment
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All Done!
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I hope you enjoyed this Instructable and found it easy and fun to build! Now go and enjoy your new LEGO E-Kart!