Uploaded June 2023 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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We’re thrilled to announce a first-of-its-kind build-off between two Minnesota high schools: Minneapolis Public Schools and Lakeville North. Both schools will spend the next year building rat rod go-karts using a 740cc NorthStar engine from our upcoming line, with the guidance of celebrity mentors NASCAR legend Richard Petty @Pettys-garage and celebrity bike builder Billy Lane @BillyLaneChoppers. The build-off is part of our Tools for the Trades™ program and the participating schools will receive a donation of Professional Grade tools and equipment, including equipment from Ingersoll Rand @IngersollRandAir to complete the build! We’ll be documenting the build-process starting in September on our Northern Tool YouTube channel and in print with Rat Rod Magazine @RatRodMagazine. Be sure to subscribe and follow along.

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