Would it be okay to build a go-kart with wood?

Question

Would it be okay to build a go-kart with wood?

Answer 1

Yah, my friends and I used to.

Answer 2

Only if you really know your woodworking.

Wood is strong enough, (there were some

wooden airplanes), but your joints and fittings

would have to well designed and well made.

Just nailing something together will not work,

...for long.

Answer 3

Wooden carts are the classics and chances are that all of the "older guys" will commend you for choosing to build with wood. Plus it's the easiest material to work with given your options with all the expensive tools needed for metal work.

Answer 4

ye sure, thats where it all started, good old soap box's.

go for it man.