Plessey Solent Jet Kart

Purchased, 1 x mint condition used Kart.
Now to add a jet engine to it…

Katie the Dog, Nuff said..

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I bought this off eBay, not sure of the model but it is nice and shiny.

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The nearly completed Solent mounting frame, it needs a support mount on the front and then painting. I’ve added shock mounts to help take out any unwanted vibrations when in use.

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Engine is now mounted, minus an exhaust nozzle.

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The aluminium rear engine supports can be clearly seen in this picture.

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When run the engine can expand due to heat approximately 1 to 2mm, in length, this should taken up by the aluminium rear panels which will flex very slightly.

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Side View,

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Looking at the action end directly.

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Rear View with Mk1 exhaust nozzle mounted, this may well end up being an afterburner if all works out.

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