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HIGH-TEMPERATURE PAINT PROTECTS AND RENEWS THE KART COMPONENTS

Max Bernardi
18 September 2019
Driving on the track is the true essence of karting. This, however, does not change the fact that it entails some consequences, such as the deterioration of certain components or that it requires some precautions such as those necessary to ensure the safety of the driver. From sternum protection to inflatable seat padding, from heel rests made of carbon Kevlar® to high-temperature paint, here are some readily available accessories that can help the driver to optimize his experience at the wheel…and after.
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HIGH-TEMPERATURE PAINT

The normal use of the racing kart can lead to an aesthetic deterioration of the most exposed components. Accessories such as the radiator, the muffler and silencer, but also the brake calipers can easily be damage by debris and become lose, after several sessions on the racetrack, which causes damage to their original appearance. This inconvenience can be reduced by using high-temperature paint, whose formula is designed to withstand up to 800 °C and maintain an extremely high gripping power even on the most difficult surfaces. This product which allows the restoration of the deteriorated components of the kart as well as their customization to one’s liking.

Indicative price


13,00 euro

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HEEL REST IN CARBON KEVLAR®

The heel rest is a small accessory used by the driver while driving to maintain the correct foot position. Many shapes and materials are available for sale on the market, yet the lightest results are made of a Carbon Kevlar® version which also boasts greater durability than a standard heel rest.  Another feature not to be underestimated is the grip offered by the surface in contact with the heel, an additional benefit to ensure the maintenance of the best driving position in all circumstances.

Indicative price


7,00 euro circa

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