HAS YOUR KART'S FIBERGLASS SEAT CRACKED?

HERE'S THE ULTIMATE 5-STEP GUIDE TO FIX IT!

Throughout its lifespan, a kart seat is exposed to various stresses that, in extreme cases, can compromise its structural integrity. For example, due to its installation position—with the seat base sitting flush against the chassis tubes, just a few centimeters above the asphalt—it's not uncommon for the seat to crack upon impact with curbs (for more details, see “Doctor TKART | Mounting the kart’s seat in the correct position”). But that's not all. Seats with a highly flexible structure may weaken over time, especially in high-stress areas during track use (such as the upper backrest, which constantly absorbs the driver's movements).
So, what should you do if your seat gets damaged? You essentially have two options: shell out for a new one, or (if that's not in your budget, or if you just bought the seat and it broke accidentally...) save some serious cash by repairing it yourself. To determine whether a repair is a viable solution, discover the tools you'll need, and follow the steps to make the fix like a pro, we turned to Michele Zampieri—a highly experienced mechanic and co-owner of CKR, an Italian racing kart chassis manufacturer. With his expert guidance, we’ve crafted a step-by-step guide that any kart driver can follow to restore their seat in just five easy steps!

Editor's note
The procedures outlined refer specifically to the repair of fiberglass seats, as they are the most commonly used type.