Baja Tube Chassis Walkthrough with design files for you!!

[@rodneycrittendon7176]

This is exactly what I’ve been searching for. I have BendTech Pro and emailed you. Thank you for this !!

[@DougBugBuilder]

I just responded to emails, I'm pretty sure I sent you the files.

[@koolcruiserful]

Great video and awesome work as always. Planning to do a buggy build. I'd love to check out your files/drawings

[@DougBugBuilder]

Email me at [e-mail] and I'll get you the files

[@rodneygrainger4274]

Great chassis. I have built my own chassis' over the years,but I like yours. I'm going to extend the back longer. However,I would love your plans like you are doing it.

[@DougBugBuilder]

Email me at [e-mail] and I'll send you the files.

[@collegerichards312]

I love it. I sent an email Doug, It's a beautiful frame and chassis,

[@DougBugBuilder]

Thanks buddy, I'm pretty sure I sent you the files.

[@jairovaldes5883]

I have learn a lot with all the videos you put out thank you. Would love a copy of the files thank you.

[@DougBugBuilder]

Email me at [e-mail] and I'll get you the file.

[@williamballew4429]

I love the build! Your videos are really great for someone like me looking for the right project but too scared to pull the trigger. I've been building cages for 4x4s recently, but chassis design has always been a little difficult conceptually for me. I would really like to see your designs for this bug (need a new quarantine project). The fact that you're using geometric shapes to strengthen everything really intrigues me as a fabricator and I think having a solid template will really help me with a build.

[@DougBugBuilder]

Send me an email at [e-mail] and I'll send you the files.

[@williamballew4429]

@@DougBugBuilder thank you so much

[@jamieedley9473]

Emailing you now Doug. Awesome chassis.

[@DougBugBuilder]

I emailed you the files, go build. 😁

[@davidschneider3769]

Yes I'm interested in getting the files on your bug thanks Dj

[@DougBugBuilder]

Email me at [e-mail] and I'll email you the files.

[@bigwadventures7061]

You have done a great job on this project. I’m enjoying this build with all the videos. Keep going and I’ll keep watching Buddy . Thanks again. BigW:-)

[@DougBugBuilder]

Right on Big W! Thanks for the comment.

[@Cro_man_]

Hi ive sent you email and i dont have bend tech. And fact that you made this free iz nuts

[@DougBugBuilder]

I don't have an email from you that I see. Did you send it to [e-mail]?

[@azizlainani178]

Hi Doug, IT's really a amazing job! I would like to build my own bug. Do you still share the files?

[@DougBugBuilder]

Yes I do, email me at [e-mail] and I'll send them your way.

[@winstonbanton7526]

@@DougBugBuilder Hey can I have them also I'm planning on turning a old station wagon I got into a bug

[@datsokphilip4824]

Hi Doug, I enjoyed your works. Thumbs up. Can I get the blue prints of the bug chasis? Thanks in anticipation.

[@erniemenendez1837]

love the chassi.i love a copy of it.thank you

[@DougBugBuilder]

Sure thing, email me at [e-mail] and I'll send you the file.

[@69Polie69]

I would love to see plans for a super lightweight 2 seater rock crawler!

[@DougBugBuilder]

Sorry, I've just got the one chassis for now.

[@IllusoryRedoubt]

You are a very generous bloke Doug thank you for sharing your had work. I would like a copy of your file it would be very appreciated 👍 thanks mate

[@DougBugBuilder]

Craig, email me at [e-mail] and I'll email it to you. Do you have Bend Tech or do you want the Bitmap?

[@asamoahs1392]

Hi Doug , the Baja project is an amazing thing I’m in Ghana and I really wanna build one for my self but I was wondering if you you help me with the design and dimensions for the build

[@sebastianyork7643]

Hey doug. Ive started my build for a 4x4 ecotec buggy. Ive gotta joyner 650 frame that im gonna adapt to meet my needs. Love watching your vids learning how to fab up the frame. And suspension. Im currently going for a 4x4 vw syncro trans with a decoupler to make it a true 4x4. If you have any tips id love to hear them

[@DougBugBuilder]

Hmmm, sounds like a fun project. My advice would be to try not to overbuild the frame. I see that a lot and am guilty myself as well. Remember if you triangulate it then it will basically be as strong as possible. Try to keep it triangulated all the way through so you don't get much flex between the front to the rear. Especially for you since you'll have gearboxes front and rear.

[@datsokphilip4824]

I enjoy you videos, thumbs up. I have an old bug which I need to transform it to baja bug but been having difficulties in the DIY. Can you share the files on this? Thanks in anticipation.

[@DougBugBuilder]

Email me at [e-mail] and I'll send you the files.

[@herreriaelvasco8312]

Hi Doug, really good info and motivational stuff here, I have Bend Tech PRO 7x, I'd like to get your chassis design please, it 'd be really nice to get started on some project like this, it's something I've been postponing for a while, maybe it's time, thanks for your videos and keep rocking with this kind of stuff!!!

[@DougBugBuilder]

Hey buddy, email me at dougbugbuilder@gmail and I'll send you the files.

[@fredwilliams1048]

Thanks a lot this is very helpful for my plans on my bug

[@DougBugBuilder]

You're welcome.

[@osralatudopinturas.7803]

Muito Loooooko esse Chassis Men gostei muito do seu trabalho desejo há você todo o sucesso Baja Bug

[@DougBugBuilder]

Obrigado parceiro! Agradecemos o apoio e obrigado pelo bom comentário.

[@jeremiahgrant8798]

Hey Doug. Love it. I would love to have your files. I am building a Baja right now and I am planning on making it wider and longer to fit my driving

[@DougBugBuilder]

Here is the link to my shared folder. You can grab whatever files you want. If you have any questions let me know, I'll do what I can to help you out. drive.google.com/drive/folders/1i0qTcN-1BB5_Lu6umgi9OrvRJKr-0vz3?ogsrc=32

[@ericsego4243]

Would you happen to have the files for bend tech? I'm about to jump into my VWEcoTech. If you had the cage built-in bend tech, I could just make adjustments. Look forward to hearing from you.

[@DougBugBuilder]

Yes I do, email me at [e-mail] and I'll share the files with you.

[@alexramirez7555]

Great chassis!!

[@DougBugBuilder]

Thanks!

[@martincuervo9789]

Hi Doug, thaks for all info and the motivation, I do not have the software yet but soon I will return home and I will get it, I want to make the list of materials so I would like your desing in Bend Tech software and also in bitmap or .pdf thanks for your guidance in this, it is something I have wanted to do for a long time. Greetings from the UK and soon from South America ...

[@DougBugBuilder]

I sent you the files via email.

[@TommyAlanRaines]

I have been looking for something like this for an E-Baja project. I do have CAD software that can import IGES/IGS /Step.

[@DougBugBuilder]

Email me at [e-mail] if you want the files

[@TommyAlanRaines]

@@DougBugBuilder Email sent

[@fairydiana5626]

Hi Doug,I've seen your really nice videos I'll need the files thanks

[@DougBugBuilder]

email me at [e-mail] and I'll send you the files.

[@tajvwss]

Hey Doug, I had a question or two about the approach you've taken with the chassis design. I see you have minimal bends in your tubing and mostly straight sections with hard corners (mitered). I'm assuming it was easier with the bend tech program since it allows you to use the coping guides? Do you believe using many separate pieces rather than more continuous pieces is stronger? Just seems like the more joints would lead to more points of potential failure. Thanks in advance for your response.

[@DougBugBuilder]

Here's why I did it that way. I used to try to avoid mitres thinking they were weak points and do bends where I could. However when I was at the Mint 400 I got to look at many chassis up close and personal. One thing I noticed is that they had lots of mitered joints. I even talked to one fella about it and he said mitered joints are not an issue if properly cut and welded. And he stated that if a mitered joint is triangulated it's as strong as a straight or bend. Then on top of that I want to panel the outside of the chassis. So I think it will be easier to panel a mitered joint rather than a bent joint. So that's why I was comfortable with the miters and you'll notice when the chassis is done almost every mitered joint is triangulated. Great question, thanks for asking it.

[@tajvwss]

I will be the first to say that trying to be consistent with the bender is difficult to say the least. Even with all the tools and doodads designed to make it easier. I will definitely be using mitered joints on my next build as it looks much easier to calculate and hold consistent measurements. Thanks for being active with your audience.

[@BarryAdams777]

@@DougBugBuilder, A fella?? Triangulated?? I read, absolute foolishness. Every angle, every imaginable radius/curve/arc is triangulated. Doesn’t mean it’s worth a sh!t. Sound engineering is predicated upon industry standards. Not a fella, nor, triangulation. Triangulation is not an industry standard upon which decisions are made. Triangulation is simply a means to acquire a dimension and/or a shape or anything - on any plane. Bending vs welded mitre would depend on degree of bend factored with material specs & desired load/force resistance. Nice work, tho!!!! I like how clean & precise it appears. Would be nice to justify some arcs in the design. Because curves are just sexy.

[@kauhangroh]

Magnificent tube chassis

[@DougBugBuilder]

Thanks!

[@zafartaj61]

Hi Doug great work , I was wondering if you would help me with the design and dimensions for the build.

[@DougBugBuilder]

I'll help if I can, email me at [e-mail]

[@travisbyerley4989]

thats tuff as mate, would love the plans your awesome

[@DougBugBuilder]

Email me at [e-mail] and I'll send you the files.

[@travisbyerley4989]

@@DougBugBuilder emailed ya champ.

[@adrianandrade4035]

Love the chasis! May I have a copy?

[@DougBugBuilder]

email me at [e-mail] and I'll send them to you.

[@brandonaston6297]

Looks amazing. I would love to build that if you dont mind sending me the files.

[@ethanlittle9559]

Amazing project frame, Can you email me the plans for bend tech and if you have them in any other form aswell?

[@jimlindsay6471]

Hey Doug Happy New Year. Are you still sending the file. I have a Bug project I am looking at love the work and videos

[@DougBugBuilder]

Sure thing buddy, you can grab it here. drive.google.com/drive/folders/1i0qTcN-1BB5_Lu6umgi9OrvRJKr-0vz3?ogsrc=32 It is the "DB chassis V1". Or email me at [e-mail] and I will give you the file directly.

[@raulnaranjo8620]

I was wanting to see if it is still possible to get the files for the chassis.

[@DougBugBuilder]

I just sent you the files via email. 👍

[@hoffie007]

love the design and would like the bit file of the chassis thanks

[@DougBugBuilder]

hoffie007, email me at [e-mail] and I'll give you the files.

[@Nun3zDanny3]

Wow those tube prices must be nice. Today a 1x.065 tube costs 11 bucks a foot

[@DougBugBuilder]

Yeah, raw materials were much cheaper back then.

[@spetnazer]

Love this Project. I would love to build that if you dont mind sending me the files.

[@DougBugBuilder]

Email me at [e-mail] and I'll send them to you.

[@spetnazer]

@@DougBugBuilder Done..i send my email..thanks

[@scottyallen3845]

I’m interested in your chassis doug

[@jeffyoung2089]

You need to find a Mendeola d2 transaxle. A vw bus transaxle can't handle the torque of a ecotec.

[@DougBugBuilder]

I agree, I've researched the Mendeola and Weddle transaxles. Just trying to work out the money aspect at this point. Hoping to have it figured before I put the Bus in the frame. But we'll see. Thanks for the tip.

[@jeffyoung2089]

@@DougBugBuilder I have been lookin for a good used mendeola transaxle for my buddy's buggy. We put a ecotec in it last year and it doesn't take much to break a bus transaxle. Enjoying your build!

[@jt08250]

I disagree that you can’t use a bus transmission. I have seen stock bug transmission hold up to the same amount of torque. It’s all in how you setup your clutch.

[@EduardoGarcia-fi3ru]

I want to build one for my family.. are u still sharing the files? I dont got any software

[@DougBugBuilder]

Email me at dougbugbuilder@gmail and I'll send you the files.

[@fernandovalverde2804]

Wow I would really appreciate it if I could get the file to build this been looking to buy a made one but if I could make one my self I would really appreciate

[@DougBugBuilder]

email me at [e-mail] and I send you the file.

[@GMF215]

Hey Doug, are you still sending this software out?

[@DougBugBuilder]

Sure am, email me at [e-mail] and I'll send you the files.

[@youngku6737]

hi, sir been wanted long to built that one.. is the files still available? can i open it with solid works?

[@DougBugBuilder]

I think the STEP files work in Solidworks. If you can't download them email me and I'll send them to you. [e-mail]

[@Thefarmboy19]

This is amazing

[@DougBugBuilder]

Thanks buddy!

[@pappydoc69]

love it can you send me the bend tech file . thank you

[@DougBugBuilder]

Email me at [e-mail] and I'll send you the file.

[@TheEZGZ]

Thanks for the vid. I am curious what your last car weighed? Did you ever take it to a scale? My desert car came in at 1350 with fuel. The Tub buggy came in at 1625 Thx

[@DougBugBuilder]

I have not weighed it yet, I'd like to for reference to the new chassis.

[@kanemarin9756]

Hi I seen this video and I really wanna try to build my own, do you still send the files??

[@DougBugBuilder]

Yes I do, email me at [e-mail] and I'll send them to you.

[@seelenbauherr]

Hello, where can I learn to build an off road frame? is there an online course for something like this?

[@DougBugBuilder]

I've seen it taught in some specialty classes. But I think most people just gather what they can from watching videos like mine.

[@seelenbauherr]

@@DougBugBuilder Thanks for writing back😀

[@atobateleolumide3552]

Sorry sir I couldn't get the downloaded files for this project

[@DJ-yp4kc]

very nice work..still giving out the Bend Tech Files for your project? .and yes I have their software..Thanks

[@DougBugBuilder]

Thanks D J, email me at [e-mail] and I'll send you the files.

[@lukas_reich9255]

I dont know if you see this Commend, but i want to know how much the Length at the bottom at 6:19 is, i cant See ist. Sorry for my bad english, Im 15 and from Austria

[@justinuzzanti361]

what is the wall thickness of your tubing?

[@DougBugBuilder]

.095"

[@fauzengaspar7428]

Good day sir, I love the chassis, can I have a copy? Thank you

[@DougBugBuilder]

Yes, email me at [e-mail] and I'll send it to you.

[@mobilemotorsport]

Does it not convert to cad? Also I would love a copy of the bitmap

[@DougBugBuilder]

No, but it will export to a step file for newer autocad. Email me at [e-mail] and I'll email it to you.

[@wheeliegang3177]

Hey Doug I want to make my first trophy kart and I want a 2 seater but I’m 13 and 5,2 and woundering if u can design a frame for me

[@DougBugBuilder]

Sorry, this is the only design I have. And I don't do custom designs.

[@daveg5847]

Ive been wanting to build a buggy for like a year now..do u still share files.ill pay if i gotta

[@DougBugBuilder]

I saw your email, I'll send you the file tonight.

[@devlinnunley7705]

Let me get that file! I have pro and and ready to start bending! Sweet chassis!

[@DougBugBuilder]

I just emailed it to you. Now go build. 😁

[@Admrilacbar300]

couldn't you also do in through solidworks?

[@DougBugBuilder]

Yes you could. I don't have Solidworks. But if you did you could.

[@atobateleolumide3552]

I will love to have the bend tech software sir

[@DougBugBuilder]

Email me at [e-mail] and I'll send you the files.

[@carlbethuy2131]

I want to make something like this but in a four-seater

[@DougBugBuilder]

No reason you can't just stretch this chassis.

[@freeflyingkeith007]

Do you have a file on your front suspension?

[@DougBugBuilder]

I don't have a file for the suspension on the first chassis. But when I do the suspension for this chassis I'll have files for that. When I made the first chassis I wasn't using the software yet.

[@loheshvenget4997]

Is the design files still available sir?

[@DougBugBuilder]

Yes, I emailed them to you.

[@ELRODEOPICORIVERA]

Hello how can i get the blueprints for the chassis?

[@ELRODEOPICORIVERA]

Also can i send u some shirts for free i dont want anything in exchange just wana give u some shirts i designed

[@leticiaedwardsophia]

Hi do you still email the file for your cool cage?

[@DougBugBuilder]

Sure do buddy! Email me at [e-mail] and I'll get them to you.

[@dzljon]

Are the files still available

[@DougBugBuilder]

Yes, email me at [e-mail]

[@quartfeira]

Is bend tech working just imperial or there's the metric option? Anyone knows?

[@DougBugBuilder]

Bend Tech will do standard or metric, you can adjust it in the settings.

[@quartfeira]

@@DougBugBuilder thank you very much! I wasn't able to find this information! 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼😊

[@seanhornof6705]

could I make this with square bar

[@DougBugBuilder]

You could, to follow the design exactly you'd need a 5.5" radius for the square bar.

[@trintenlemer6727]

I emailed you about a copy of the files!

[@DougBugBuilder]

I got it and sent them.

[@davidschneider3769]

Doug Bug what version of bend tech do you use? I am trying to use bene tech 5. Any pointers?

[@DougBugBuilder]

Bend Tech 7 Pro, (7.10.08) My advice is not to try and get to advanced. Keep it simple. Like get comfortable with assemblies, cutting, and printing the templates. Otherwise it gets a little overwhelming.

[@davidschneider3769]

Thank you I just got the pro 7x

[@DougBugBuilder]

Do you have my design? It would be fun for you to experiment with.

[@davidschneider3769]

No I don't have them but I would like to get them

[@davidschneider3769]

My email is djkhtim @gmail.com

[@adamcobb8861]

What bender are you using?

[@DougBugBuilder]

My Bender is the JD Squared Model 3 Bender with the 1 1/2" 5.5" radius die. www.jd2.com/model-3-bender

[@fishfullthinkin127]

Hey I don’t have bend tech brother and chance there’s a code or somthing I can get it a little cheaper ?!? Just being honest

[@DougBugBuilder]

Sorry dude, I don't have any codes for them.

[@fishfullthinkin127]

Doug Bug good looks Brother thanks anyway

[@hbhco6048]

Can I get a copy of the chassis that please?

[@DougBugBuilder]

Sure can, email me at [e-mail] and I'll send them to you.

[@redcloudortega4428]

I would like to ask for a plan

[@DougBugBuilder]

Email me at [e-mail] and I'll send you the chassis.

[@sebastianchasipanta8103]

Hello, the videos are very good, I can ask you for an idea, you can make the same plans for a thropy truck for Baja, I need to learn a lot, friend, it would help me if you send me the files, pls,

[@DougBugBuilder]

Email me at [e-mail] and I'll share the files with you.

[@MAHZNews]

Can you help me to make trophy truck from screech ?

[@DougBugBuilder]

Can't really help you with that. I don't have any real experience with Trophy Truck chassis.

[@MIDNIGHT_LARIAT]

Hey man how’s it goin? Been watching for awhile and it keeps making me want to build a bug. Do you mind sending me the file?

[@DougBugBuilder]

Hey buddy, email me at [e-mail] and I'll send you the files.

[@NiekieGeldenhuys-bs7mm]

Hi Can you please provide me with the BendTech drawings Thanks

[@DougBugBuilder]

Email me at [e-mail] and I'll send you the files.

[@romeogutierrez3840]

How do I get the frame for free I'm trying to build a trophy truck

[@DougBugBuilder]

Email me at [e-mail] and I'll send it to you.

[@Mitrasto22]

And why are chassis always made of round tube and not rectangular or square?

[@DougBugBuilder]

With square tube it would be more difficult to make connections because different planes would require custom notches. Where as round tube with a tubing notcher can notch almost any angle or plane up to a certain degree. And round tubing is stronger.

[@Mitrasto22]

@@DougBugBuilder but with square tube you can weld easier

[@DougBugBuilder]

@@Mitrasto22 That's your opinion, personally I'd rather weld round. 👍

[@joshfike8003]

please can i have the drawing? I have the soft ware

[@DougBugBuilder]

Email me at [e-mail] and I'll send it to you.

[@MarioGonzalez-fe3ul]

Hey Doug, im starting with my project and i wondering if you still sharing the files? Ill send you an email, thank youuuu

[@DougBugBuilder]

Just sent them.

[@apostolosiliadis7318]

Hello! I really like your project too and im trying to start my own. I would really love to have them too! thank you love your video.

[@DougBugBuilder]

@@apostolosiliadis7318 Email me at [e-mail] and I'll give you the files.

[@crusaderengineeringdesigns7296]

Awesome work. Email sent

[@DougBugBuilder]

Thanks! I replied and sent the files. 👍

[@ryanromney8108]

Thanks

[@DougBugBuilder]

Sure thing buddy!

[@gustavogustavo9741]

Good afternoon sir. I have been watching your channel for some time trying to figure out The dimensions on a vw sandrail. Is it possible to get The bit files so i can have a starting point

[@DougBugBuilder]

Yes sir, I sent them to you via email. Good luck!

[@radigantarry2752]

Hello sir. I love this video Pls send it to me I'm Terry from Ghana West Africa

[@DougBugBuilder]

I responded to your emal. Thanks!

[@fredcocksamich7993]

i work at dons bus box . i run a 2.2 ecotec turbo i had a 3 rib it was fine at 300 hp. now im going to add boost so i put a 6 rib in . i have also seen fwy flyers do fine with stock 2.4 just dont pop the clutch on the fwy flyer !! check out my Chanel fred cocksamich !!! it has my build 0n it !!

[@DougBugBuilder]

Thanks for the info Fred, I'll check out the channel.

[@gurpratapsingh8412]

hi.. sir im from india..please give files

[@DougBugBuilder]

Hey buddy, email me at [e-mail] and I'll get you the files.

[@JTHAviation]

I sent an email. I have the bend tech software

[@DougBugBuilder]

I believe I responded to you email.

[@JTHAviation]

Doug Bug I just checked my email and couldn’t find anything.

[@DougBugBuilder]

@@JTHAviation I just sent it again..... Let me know if you don't get it.

[@JTHAviation]

Doug Bug I got it this time. Thanks so much

[@mikeholcomb6107]

N

[@jt08250]

Erw tube is not anywhere as strong as dom it’s not worth saving money when it comes to safety. Erw also has a very strong tendency to crack on the factory welds when it’s stressed or even just from vibration. Not a good idea for a frame.

[@DougBugBuilder]

Can't argue with the strength differences. However there are many many many frames out there made out of ERW with great success. Because this chassis is a little bit R&D I went mostly with ERW. However the base and some of the cabin is still DOM for maximum safety. It's a valid point though and thanks for bringing it up, it could be a safety concern.

[@fabioacevedo2509]

Are the files still available

[@DougBugBuilder]

Yes, email me at [e-mail] and I'll give them to you.