Crosskart Build #21: Ride Height, axles and Alignment KJ Raycing VF-1

I figured out a better way to make custom multi point attachment points for the front and rear suspension on the a-arm side and wanted to share with you guys. Also the rear a-arm length was finalized for the rear axles to accommodate up to 25 inches of travel with less than 1/8" of plunge, that is huge. Final alignment of front and rear was a breeze with the aftermarket front a-arms and rear a-arm design. I hope you enjoy as we are one step closer to aggregating the lawn!
-Kyle
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[@andreimail]

this is the best content that i ever found in youtube, thanks man! you are awesome!

[@KJRaycing]

Thank you, that is really kind. I’ll keep at it for sure.

[@twistedkidmotorsports9093]

Yeah I don't know why but I always have pieces of garden hose laying around that I can cut up crosskart looking awesome

[@051biohaz]

Kart is looking awesome man, can’t wait to get started on mine..:)

[@KJRaycing]

Thank you, I appreciate that! Can’t wait to see yours.

[@damienkrohse3374]

Coming along nice and looking good.

[@KJRaycing]

Thank you. I’m pretty happy with how it is coming out for sure!

[@movingkartcross9221]

Projeto muito bom

[@georgef1176]

I’m buying a set of your plans but I’m gonna change some things, use SXS spindles etc. front arms on rzr are close. I’m gonna use zx14r motor so I figured it need some strong parts. I’m excited I love the build.

[@KJRaycing]

Thank you! I made the chassis and the plans specifically for this reason, so anyone could make their dream build. I can’t wait to see what you come up with!

[@Maubere-reac]

Wow,,,,👍

[@abelmachado7126]

Muito bom parabéns

[@twistedkidmotorsports9093]

I just use a piece of rubber hose to protect the shock

[@KJRaycing]

That is much better!!! Thank you very much, I will use that from now on.

[@idriwzrd]

Flip the a-arms over? They look upside-down, anyway. I generally like reducing stiction on my shaft, but a fender washer to support the spring load?

[@KJRaycing]

It has worked for over 50 hours of punishment 🦾😁. But as with everything in these videos, you are completely free to do things how you want to, it is a blank canvas for your mechanical art.

[@LuisDiaz-kg1fy]

This bear is coming out gorgeous!!!!! You think you can make this street legal? I would love a daily driver looking like this!!!!

[@KJRaycing]

I looked up some laws on making things street legal. They are pretty straightforward and pretty tough too. Apparently all you need to do is save all of your receipts to show you built and own every piece. But if you made it in 2021, it “needs” to meet federal and state safety standards. Not sure how sierra got theirs street legal but I’m definitely jealous.

[@leeskelton9715]

Hello. Fantastic detailed videos and this is by far the best thing on KZbin for amateur beginner builders. I was just wondering if you might know of a plan B in case I can't find second hand Polaris or other ATV suspension arms and hubs for the wheels. Regards

[@KJRaycing]

Thank you very much, I really appreciate that. Arms hubs and spindles can always be found new and second hand. Or you can get really nice race setups if you have the budget for it. I definitely prefer to start with a complete quad to save a little cheddar. Thank you for the comment!

[@gjgfrombigd]

What are your target alignment specs? And do you ever get these laser aligned at a shop?

[@KJRaycing]

My target alignment specs are measures straight and looks straight. It can be fine tuned for driving feel once it starts slinging dirt. I do not get them laser aligned; my first one drives great, you can put it wherever you want at the angle you want.

[@dsheffield2010]

Got a question. Could you in theory, make the lower shock mount removable from the plate on the a arm by using some nuts welded on the lower part of plate and bolts. This would allow you to design and make different lower mounting points for different tracks and terrain. Would give massive adjustments for dialing in the front and back suspension.

[@KJRaycing]

In theory and in actuality, you could do whatever you dream of. This chassis represents a blank canvas for all of the great ideas all of the creative people in this world are dreaming up. This is just another one of those great ideas that could be applied to anyones creation. Thank you for that 🖖

[@georgef1176]

Is that’s baby tri-z in background? I have four 3 wheelers, Honda’s 250rs and one 350x I love them

[@KJRaycing]

I’ve had that tri-zinger since I was 4 years old. It is always in running condition and still take a ride on it every summer. I see you know the joy of 3 wheelin 😁

[@jameshewitt7000]

It may just be an optical illusion, but something looks out of level on the bottom of the frame on the front end.

[@KJRaycing]

Wow, good eye. The notcher wasn’t perfectly centered for offset when I did the steering rack support, it is maybe 1/16 off. It doesn’t effect the steering and the skid plate will cover it so I left it.

[@jeromesimms3759]

I saw it too. To my eyes it looks like the shock lengths doesn't look the same like more tension on one side.

[@johnmorgan1629]

17:23 Headphone hazard, nails on chalkboard alert.

[@ralphezekielsambrano3694]

Good day, what's the size of your rim? Is that 10"?

[@KJRaycing]

I run 10” and 12” rims with 22” and 24” tires respectively.

[@ralphezekielsambrano3694]

@@KJRaycing thank you.

[@ralphezekielsambrano3694]

@@KJRaycing additional to that, what's the minimum size of the rim that the caliper for the disc brake would fit for a standard kart spindle ? Would a 7-8" rim fit?

[@ralphezekielsambrano3694]

@@KJRaycing honestly i love your work and i am inspired to build my own one soon. But i still dont have tools and equipments for bending pipes and notching. Its so expensive here in the philippines. Its also hard for me to find differentials and CV axles to use. So expensive. I wish someday i could find some help in finding those materials. Thank you.

[@KJRaycing]

I honestly don’t think anything smaller than 10” would fit. They are pretty decent size rotors. But it will fit whatever you set the front end up to take.