ATD Buggy #2

[BADACJ]

Since I sold my orange Jeep two weeks ago, I was able to get started on my new Tube Buggy. It will have a CJ hood and grill, Dana 60 front/14 bolt rear with as of now 4.56 gears (subject to change). Vortec 4.3 with a TH-350 trans., and either a 205 or 231/300 doubler. Either 39's or 42" Iroks and 16 or 18" air shocks. 4 Link suspension of course. Alot of other stuff I'll mention as I get there. Here is what I have done right know.
http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a204/BADACJ/jeepforsale042.jpg

[fsudetect]

Sweet.

[brdybnch32444]

Man, that didn't take long. But then again, you don't stay still very long.

[BADACJ]

Made alot more progress since last pics. I've got all of my suspension parts coming in this week so progress should continue right along.
http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a204/BADACJ/jeepforsale044.jpg
http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a204/BADACJ/jeepforsale043.jpg

[brdybnch32444]

Looks good man. What size tubbing did you use for the Shepard?

[BADACJ]

Haven't updated in a while soo I figured I would throw some pics up. I have gotten a lot done. Suspension is done complete with 18" SAW air shocks and I've got the motor, trans and doubler transfercase installed. There is actually more done than the pics show. More pics to come soon.....
http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a204/BADACJ/jeepforsale046.jpg
http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a204/BADACJ/jeepforsale047.jpg
http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a204/BADACJ/jeepforsale048.jpg

[swamp donkey]

awsome.
swamp

[lonesouth]

you are a machine! very nice, and quick, build!

[TILEMAN]

Out of curiosity, what would you charge to build a chassis like that for one of us?

[BADACJ]

Out of curiosity, what would you charge to build a chassis like that for one of us?

Labor wise, probably $1500-$2000 depending on how far you want the chassis done. Obviously the price would go up from there if we did the supension or any other parts on the chassis.

[TILEMAN]

Thanks, you got me thinkin now.

[BADACJ]

More progress this week. Got most of the floor pans and fender tops cut out and welded in. The trans tunnel and section behind it are removable for trans/transfercase access. The rear section between the rolled panels is where the third seat will go when I get around to buying it.
http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a204/BADACJ/jeepforsale049.jpg
http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a204/BADACJ/jeepforsale050.jpg
http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a204/BADACJ/jeepforsale052.jpg
http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a204/BADACJ/jeepforsale051.jpg

[TILEMAN]

That is looking great. Attention To Detail. True to your name. Great work.

[brdybnch32444]

Man, I came by the other day and you guys weren't out there. The sheetmetal is looking so good. Nice and clean. I'll call next time I come by to make sure you are out in the shop.

[BADACJ]

Well I haven't posted any progree on here in a while so I figured I would give an update. I got it all together and then tore it back down for paint and final assembly. Here are a few pics of it just before finish welding and the paint started flying. It is painted now and hopefully I can sprayline the floor pans this weekend and start assembly next week.
http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a204/BADACJ/Jeep%20Parts/jeepforsale053.jpg
http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a204/BADACJ/Jeep%20Parts/jeepforsale054.jpg

[BADACJ]

I finally DROVE it out of the garage today. Still need to do some adjusting on the brakes, build driveshafts and a few other little things. i also still need to get the shocks charged. It will sit about 7" taller than in the pics once this is done. The Hood and skins will be installed this week. More pics to come.
http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a204/BADACJ/jeepforsale061.jpg
http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a204/BADACJ/jeepforsale062.jpg
http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a204/BADACJ/jeepforsale063.jpg

[toobad4u]

Here are a couple more pics. One with the hood installed.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v635/toobad4u/mattsjeep008.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v635/toobad4u/mattsjeep005.jpg

Stephen

[swamp donkey]

that sheits off the chain...

remind me not to follow YOU or matt....

pete

[TILEMAN]

Man, how I would like to have a buggy like that... Sheeiitttt

[2.5chevy]

damnit boy! thas f'n sweeeeeet!

hey let me know when i can bring my pos down and drop it off.

cant wait to see that biotch in action

[BADACJ]

You can bring it whenever. I might can still get it done before OCT.

[Rebel Zuk]

that sheits off the chain...

remind me not to follow YOU or matt....

pete


For what? DONT BE SKEERED!!!!!! I will follow you bastards or break trying!!!! Thats the fun part is trying shit you probably shouldnt be trying....lol

[rock-hard offroad]

hell i'm always up for a little game of follow the leader.....HERE KITTY..KITTY..

[Rebel Zuk]

Its gonna suck trying to follow you bastards with my wee lilttle 35" tires and toyota axles and a whopping 80hp, but damnit man I will try.....Your buggy is coming along very nicely and looks very trick....You guys got a timeframe of when it should be complete and ready for its shakedown run? Hopefully by Oct's Greyrock trip..

[BADACJ]

So does this mean your going to GR.

[Rebel Zuk]

Trying......just found out wife is having to work that weekend so now I gotta also find someone to watch my kids for that weekend....GRRRRRRRRRRRR

[jeepNfool]

Stephen,
What do you think that thing weighs in at?

[toobad4u]

Well, that is Matt's jeep. but I would guess around 4200lbs. I dont really know.

Stephen

[BADACJ]

Pretty much finished with the buggy. Have a few things to finish up on this week. I got the shocks charged up last week by a friend of mine. Here are some pics of it with the body panels installed. It has a 121-122" wheel base and 23" of belly clearance at ride height. I LIKE IT!!!
http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a204/BADACJ/jeepforsale064.jpg
http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a204/BADACJ/jeepforsale067.jpg
http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a204/BADACJ/jeepforsale065.jpg
http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a204/BADACJ/jeepforsale066.jpg

[Gary4]

Sharp lookin bro..

[TILEMAN]

That turned out great. Good Job. Can't wait to see it in action.

[swamp donkey]

damn....makes me not so proud of my garage built sheit .......

un real. i will "try" to follow ya'll.....

probably have to winch the carcass on the trailer....:D

swamp

[SeminoleSahara]

I take my eye off of you for two seconds and you start building beasts like this! I see the color purple still has it's place in your heart. SWEEEEEEET!