Now that I have finally started working on my buggy I figure it is time start my buildup thread.
My plans for this buggy are to build a very capable rock crawler while maintaining enough comfort and storage space for 3-4 days on the trail (rubicon, dusy ect.) There will some sacrifices in the name of reliability such as no hydro assist, just dual cases, no case gears, no stupid big tires. basicly I don't want to spend all day fixing it on the trail. When it is done I will try to street register it in California which should be an adventure.
Origionaly I was going to build my own chassis because I couldn't find one that would suit my need for decent storage, but after meeting Mike at TDS a couple of years ago I realized that the X-chassis from Hendrix had the space I needed and the basic design that I like. It would also save me a ton of time and give me a straight frame to work from as I don't have a chassis table and my garage floor isn't exacty flat
For drivetrain I have a toy 22re,5spd and marlin duals,
Axles are Toy front with 30spl longs, HP third and an ARB
Toy IFS rear with chromo axles, a spool and discs
5.29 gears
I am still deciding on the exact suspension design but it will be 3 or 4 link, possibly with a panhard in front because I will be running a steering box. shocks are Sway-Away, 2"x14" in front and 2.5"x18" in the rear
tires will be 37" or 39" IROKS (probably 37's) on champion beadlocks
In keeping with the comfort theme it will have PRP seats, a heater, and a rocking stereo with XM. I will also be able to completely enclose the cab for snow/rain/mud wheeling.
Now, on with the buildup. I am starting it a little different than most, I know where I want my engine, winch, steering box and radiator to be so I am starting there. After that I will do the interior. Then I will move on to the suspension.
Last but not least, this is my first buggy build so if you guys have any sugestions feel free to speak up. I have a pretty good idea of how I want this to come together but I also want to avoid learning things the hard way if possible.
My plans for this buggy are to build a very capable rock crawler while maintaining enough comfort and storage space for 3-4 days on the trail (rubicon, dusy ect.) There will some sacrifices in the name of reliability such as no hydro assist, just dual cases, no case gears, no stupid big tires. basicly I don't want to spend all day fixing it on the trail. When it is done I will try to street register it in California which should be an adventure.
Origionaly I was going to build my own chassis because I couldn't find one that would suit my need for decent storage, but after meeting Mike at TDS a couple of years ago I realized that the X-chassis from Hendrix had the space I needed and the basic design that I like. It would also save me a ton of time and give me a straight frame to work from as I don't have a chassis table and my garage floor isn't exacty flat
For drivetrain I have a toy 22re,5spd and marlin duals,
Axles are Toy front with 30spl longs, HP third and an ARB
Toy IFS rear with chromo axles, a spool and discs
5.29 gears
I am still deciding on the exact suspension design but it will be 3 or 4 link, possibly with a panhard in front because I will be running a steering box. shocks are Sway-Away, 2"x14" in front and 2.5"x18" in the rear
tires will be 37" or 39" IROKS (probably 37's) on champion beadlocks
In keeping with the comfort theme it will have PRP seats, a heater, and a rocking stereo with XM. I will also be able to completely enclose the cab for snow/rain/mud wheeling.
Now, on with the buildup. I am starting it a little different than most, I know where I want my engine, winch, steering box and radiator to be so I am starting there. After that I will do the interior. Then I will move on to the suspension.
Last but not least, this is my first buggy build so if you guys have any sugestions feel free to speak up. I have a pretty good idea of how I want this to come together but I also want to avoid learning things the hard way if possible.