Raven ALL JAN18 PDF
Raven ALL JAN18 PDF
Raven ALL JAN18 PDF
PO Box 292
Karrinyup WA 6018
Ph: (08) 9249 5886
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This set of offroad vehicle plans has been designed, developed and produced by The Edge Products for
the home builder to make their own offroad vehicle. This set of plans has not been produced for any
individual, individuals or business to make financial and/or commercial gain in either reproducing the
plans, components or complete vehicles.
All rights reserved, the drawings and designs within this set of plans as individual parts, sub-assemblies
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manufacture parts and complete vehicles from these plans for financial and/or commercial gain.
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and designs.
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recreational use only, which as a finished product is not permitted to be used to derive income unless
written permission is given from The Edge Products.
No liability can be accepted for any inaccuracies or omissions in this publication, although every possible
care has been taken to make it as complete and accurate as possible.
The right is reserved to make changes at any time without prior notice and without incurring an
obligation to make changes to products manufactured previously.
All information contained in this publication is based on the latest product information available at the
time of publication. Illustrations and photographs in this publication are intended for reference use only
and may not depict actual model component parts.
Helmet
Always wear a good crash helmet. A full-face helmet offers more protection than an open-face.
Remember to buckle up the chin strap. Either goggles or a helmet visor will protect your eyes from
low-hanging vegetation and debris from other track users.
Driver Harness
On vehicles that have a full roll-cage it is advisable to use a good quality 4 point harness. Always adjust
it to suit your body by first tightening the hip strap onto your hip bones (not your stomach). Then tighten
the shoulder straps. A car type 3-point harness does not work well in a rollover as it does not stop you
slipping through the top. A 4 point harness is advised as a minimum safety requirement, a 5 point harness
is even better.
Wrist Protection
It is advisable to use some form of arm restraint to stop your arms flying outside the vehicle if it rolls
over. Either buckle type wrist restraints or rollcage nets work well. People have broken arms or lost
fingers from not using these safety items so take care.
Cockpit Padding
Any areas close to your body such as rollbars or chassis bars should be padded to prevent bruising or
injury. Ensure there are no sharp edges, bolts, etc which could injure you in an accident.
Exhaust systems should be directed from the motor out towards the rear of the vehicle in such a direction
as to be clear of the driver’s compartment, and so the driver cannot come into contact with the hot
exhaust pipe. It is also a good idea to put a heat shield on the exposed exhaust pipe to prevent anybody
burning themselves.
Fuel Tanks and Hoses
Never run a fuel line through the driver area - keep all fuel components behind the firewall. All fuel
fittings should be of good quality to avoid splitting or leaks. Always vent the tank to avoid spilling of fuel
in an accident or rollover. The vent should extend 100mm above the top of the tank then loop down to
100mm past the bottom of the tank. Make sure the tank cannot be punctured by ripping off its mounts or
taking an impact.
Brakes
Good brakes are essential. Only drive within the limits of your equipment and maintain your brakes so
that they are in good working order.
Steering
Steering is an important safety area as a steering failure means immediate loss of control. Ensure steering
joints are in good condition and check for loose bolts.
Locations
Always make sure you are driving in a legal off road driving area. Each state and territory has designated
off road recreation areas. If you are unsure where your closest area is phone your local shire or council
and ask. Always get permission from private landowners before driving on their land. Failure to follow
land usage rules can result in penalties not just for yourself but also for the wider off road recreation
community.
While enjoying the bushland from your buggy remember that others use the same tracks. Be aware of
fellow drivers, riders and pedestrians - everyone has an equal right to shared recreation facilities. Tread
lightly while in the wilderness. Try not to damage plant life, trees and the natural habitat of our unique
wildlife.
Always remember that off road recreational driving can be a minority sport in the eyes of the general
public. Responsible fun and respect for others helps to build a positive public image.
DISCLAIMER
The Edge Products (Foundry Holdings Pty Ltd), their agents or employees will not be held responsible
for any damage caused by any of their vehicle designs to person or property.
The Edge Products makes every effort to advise their customers of safety precautions and responsibility
and cannot be held responsible for the actions of an individual or individuals. The Edge Products cannot
be held responsible for an individual’s quality of workmanship or for the suitability of the finished
product in respect to safety or the performance an individual may expect from the said design in various
terrain and conditions. Offroading is a dangerous sport because of the varying terrain and conditions that
may be encountered and although The Edge Products makes every effort to design a solid and safe
vehicle, The Edge Products have no control over how or where an individual chooses to drive their
vehicle.
The Edge Products makes every effort to supply quality components to its customers but will not be held
responsible as to the way an individual assembles, fits or uses said components or the way or manner an
individual uses a vehicle.
THE RAVEN
Features
The Raven is a time-proven Edge design and a leader in affordable heavy duty offroad go karts. Like all
Edge vehicles the Raven has been built tough to handle the rough and tumble of Australia’s outback - and
beyond.
The Raven features a heavy duty box section chassis combined with bellcrank steering and a solid axles.
Drive is via a centrifugal clutch to one rear wheel giving automatic operation. The strong racing-type go
kart seat is adjustable fore-aft to suit children from 6 years upwards.
Specifications
Chassis: Sreong 40mm box section
Steering: Heavy duty bellcrank
Motor: 3.5 hp industrial motor with horizontal ⅝” or ¾” crankshaft
Transmission: Centrifugal clutch with chain drive
Brakes: Scrub brakes on both rear wheels
Front Wheels: 16x4x8” tyres on steel rims (upgrade available)
Rear Wheels: 16x6.5x8” tyres on steel rims
Overall Length: 1570mm
Overall Width: 1080mm
Overall Height: 625mm
Track: 920mm
Wheelbase: 1210mm
Approx Weight: 80kg
Ground Clearance: 180mm
Top Speed: 40 kph
Plans
These Raven plans are derived from full 3D CAD models, comprising over 25 pages of detailed drawings
and build instructions. This includes parts lists, material lists and fastener lists while the drawings feature
2D and 3D diagrams. To make the process easier for the home builder construction follows a step-by-step
format with many of the components broken up into further subassemblies.
Cost to Build
Buying the raw materials, fabricating and welding the Raven parts yourself to the plans will cost
approximately $800 to $1000 Australian dollars minus motor depending on how much of the
componentry you produce yourself.
Welder
A MIG welder is the preferred type as it can be used by most novice welders with minimal experience.
Arc welding is also suitable but requires more skill to produce clean strong welds. TIG welding may also
be used if a skilled operator is available. The type of welding used should depend on the experience and
equipment available. Never compromise the quality of welds as they are critical to the strength of the
vehicle and safety of the occupant.
Cut-off Saw
A grinding-type drop-saw, power hacksaw or bandsaw may be used. If none of these are available then a
hand hacksaw or angle grinder may be used with a sturdy vice.
Drill Press
A drill press with 16mm (5/8”) capacity is preferred however a handheld power drill may be used either
in a drill press stand or on its own.
Drills
A selection of metric and imperial drills and hole-saws are required. Read through the plans first to check
if you have the correct sizes.
CONSTRUCTION TIPS
Read all of the plans and instructions before starting construction. Take note of any sections which must
be completed in a specific order or which require other components for assembly. Throughout the build
process take pride in your craftsmanship. Patience and care during the construction phase leads to greater
enjoyment and performance when the time comes to drive your buggy.
Laser Cutting
If you are laser cutting plates ensure cuts are made “on the line” without allowing for cut
thickness. The cut thickness has already been accounted for in the files.
GLOSSARY OF TERMS
ACETAL Nylon type bearing material manufactured by CADCO. Used as bushes and
lightweight gears.
BELLCRANK Type of lever used to increase or decrease leverage and/or change a
movement’s direction.
BENDING Tending to curve or bow.
BMS Bright Mild Steel
BSP British Standard Pipe - a thread type used on pipe fittings.
BULKHEAD A division between one area and another usually sealed off by a plate.
A bulkhead which separates the cockpit and engine bay is called a Firewall.
CAD Computer Aided Design – objects that have been designed on a sophisticated
computer software drawing package.
CALIPER Braking device that grips a disc brake rotor to slow it down, usually
hydraulically activated.
CAMBER ANGLE The left-right tilt of a wheel when viewed from the front or rear of the vehicle.
If the top of a wheel is closer to the centre line of the vehicle then it has
negative camber. Correct camber angle reduces bump steer.
CASTER ANGLE The forwards/backwards tilt of a line drawn through the kingpin top and
bottom bearings, when viewed from the side of the vehicle.
CDS Cold Drawn Seamless - (steel tubing) Grade 450.
CNC Computer Numerical Control – a system used to control automated machines
using computer guidance.
COPLANAR Lying on the same flat plane through space.
℄ Centreline - symbol indicating the centre line of a part
ERW Electro Resistance Welded (steel tubing) Grade 200
EQUISPACED Equally spaced, e.g. holes spread evenly around a circle.
FABRICATING To measure, cut and weld to create a finished product from raw materials.
FLATBAR Steel that is sold as flat lengths.
ID Inside Diameter – inside measurement of round objects.
ISO International Standards Organisation (metric)
JAM NUT A half thickness-locking nut used mainly on rod ends.
KINGPIN The pivot bolt or pin (or axis) which the steering wheels of a vehicle turn
about.
LAY-SHAFT A shaft which is driven by another.
m Metre - metric measurements.
mm Millimetre – metric measurements.
MODULE A self contained item, usually an assembly or parts to create a specific item.
Normally used in combination with other units.
NB Nominal Bore - classification given to some sizes of pipe. Very rarely is the
pipe actually the internal size quoted!
NPT National Pipe Taper - American imperial size of tapered pipe thread.
NYLOC Brand name for a self-locking nut that uses a nylon insert to lock onto the bolt
thread.
Ø Diameter - measurement for round objects.
OD Outside Diameter - outside measurement of round objects.
PCD Pitch Circle Diameter - the diameter of the circle which passes through the
centres of a set of holes.
POLYURETHANE A polymer commonly used in suspension bushes due to its wear resistance.
Annually
(Or if the vehicle has been sitting unused for more than six months)
● Steering bushes - check for wear and replace if necessary
● Check steering column bearing wear
● Check for corrosion, including the chassis frame and all fasteners
● Drain the fuel if it has gone stale (sitting unused for an extended period)
If a high-pressure water spray is used to clean the Raven avoid spraying directly at wheel bearings and
driveline bearings as water can be forced past the seals and cause rust.
Your centrifugal clutch is under significant strain so regular lubrication is essential for its lifespan. The
clutch must be oiled every day of use, and preferably every two hours of driving. This can be easily
forgotten during a fun day of karting - a good trick is to put the clutch oil can on top of your fuel storage
drum. Every time the Raven is re-fueled you’ll be reminded to lubricate the clutch.
IT’S IMPOSSIBLE TO OVER-OIL THE CLUTCH - the consequence is a longer clutch life!
---PIPE---
Lower Steering Tube, Steering Upright, Brake
20NBx2.3 pipe 445mm 08, 14, 19, 09
Bar Pivots, Stub Axles
---ROUND BAR---
Ø 12mm 1020 BMS 328mm Stub Axle Bolts 10
Ø 16mm 1020 BMS 1810mm Steering Shaft, Pedals, Brake bar 11, 15, 18
Ø 25.4mm (1”) 1020 Lock Collars, Bellcrank, Brake Paddle, Front & 08, 09, 13, 17,
1550mm
BMS Rear Axles 19
---STEEL FLATBAR---
13x5mm flatbar 80mm Brake Bar 18
Steering Arms, Throttle Plate, tie Rods, Pedals, 09, 08, 12, 15,
25x6mm flatbar 5440mm
Brake Link Rod, Brake Bar, Seat 16, 18-20, 22
30x6mm flatbar 520mm Front Axle Beam, Steering Upright 07, 14
50x6mm flatbar 84mm Bellcrank 13
65x3mm flatbar 460mm Chain Guard 22
Steering Wheel Flange, Engine Mount Plate,
100x5mm flatbar 660mm 11, 16, 17, 09
Rear Axle Mount Plates, Brake Paddles
---STEEL ANGLE---
50x50x5 Angle 140mm Front Axle Beam 07
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