How to Drive a Kart in Wet Weather

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: When you brake

   This should be enough to get the rear tires to lock and bite into the track.
   
   A nice gentle push on the brake won't do it because it kills the kart.
   
   You want the kart to feel quite lively, and you need to get it working and biting so you can get a feel for the grip that is available.
   
   Also, you want to reduce the amount of time on the brakes and braking needs to be out of the way before you turn.
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   Step 2: hit the pedal in a short

   Turn into the boot very late, and when you turn the wheel, snap it into full lock hard and fast. , You turned the wheel so fast and it's like you shocked it into a huge under-steer.
   
   But, you are also getting maximum jacking effect from the front end and when the kart finds a bit of grip it will turn very sharply.
   
   Also, since the front end is sliding, it is slowing you down too, acting like front brakes. , Lean forward and toward the outside of the kart.
   
   By doing so, you are taking weight from the rear and putting it over the front, which helps the kart to lift the inside rear wheel. ,, Always try for as much traction as possible.
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   Step 3: sharp motion.

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   Step 4: Remember that you are taking a wet line away from the rubber.

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   Step 5: Now the kart doesn't turn and spin.

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   Step 6: When you snap that steering wheel round

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   Step 7: you will naturally need to lean forward a little because turning the wheel will extend your reach.

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   Step 8: When you get the timing right

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   Step 9: you will find the kart turns hard and sharp

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    Step 10: and that's when you need to get your weight back over the rear wheels

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    Step 11: get the steering straight as possible and accelerate away.

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    Step 12: Introduce the power gradually

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    Step 13: and feel for traction.

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