VW Dune Buggy Build Part 2

This is an update of my VW dune buggy project.

[@huntingicon]

Great video! Seriously, brother, you have some serious talent

[@chud327]

Wow and thanks so much for watching.

[@diegoochoa6347]

nice dude I'm really intrested you just gave me ideas know I'm not gonna be sitting around keep it up your a good guy

[@chud327]

+Diego Ochoa I am glad you liked it, what ideas did you get?

[@darringoodbrand6603]

Looks a lot better that u guys first picked it up with tree growing throw it lol need to get big off road tyres on the back

[@chud327]

Thanks and thanks for watching.

[@caseyskaggs7344]

you still have tbe first duel exhaust

[@mattberch9957]

That camaro looks cool !

[@chud327]

Thanks, I have been ignoring it for years. I guess I really should get it going. Thanks for the comment.

[@actionfreakhd3508]

that buggy is realy awsome

[@chud327]

ActionFreak HD Thanks and I'm glad you like it.

[@skywalkercorp]

Wow that’s very light

[@chud327]

Yes 👍 t was and thanks for watching!!

[@mgoody8782]

Sucks working in a mud hole. Much respect

[@mohamadhadi2267]

Nice videos bro

[@chud327]

Thanks and thanks for watching.

[@cherylhack2072]

Watch Dume Buggy Built Part 1 Now this is Part 2 its just as cool as the first.

[@chud327]

Sweet, wait until you see parts 3-11. Thanks for watching.

[@caseyskaggs7344]

do yku still have the duel exhaust

[@vwmetal66]

Does the squeeze ball work good for you? I have so much fuel line and it goes up around the fan shroud that just by cranking the fuel wont move. I have to fill up the bowl manually in order for it to run long enough for the pump to get the fuel from the tank to the carb. I saw what you did with the squeeze ball. It sounds like fuel flows plentiful through it. Seems like 5-7 primes and my bowl will be full of fuel. once my bowl is full just a few pumps of gas and my engine starts first try always. Seems better than buying an electric fuel pump. Im trying to keep it as simple as possible

[@chud327]

John Gonzalez simple is what I like. I am using the boat gas can as a temporary solution, but once I can a permanent tank, I am thinking of keeping the squeeze ball. It is great when you run out of gas, give it a couple of pumps and it fires right up. I recommend it for you, but those little squeeze ball seem to shot up price the last few years, but still cheaper than an electric fuel pump.

[@vwmetal66]

chud327 I ended up getting one and it worked beautifully. My carb would always drain the fuel back down to the tank after a few days. This lets me prime the carb without having to worry about getting an electric pump. It cost 15 bucks and i thought that it was money well spent. Im glad i saw this video

[@chud327]

I actually saw them at Wal-Mart tonight ($18.??) and I thought of our conversation. I too am glad that you saw my video. I used that same one on my V8 S-10 project. The tank was in the way back and the mechanical pump just wouldn't suck the gas that far. That gas ball work great for that too. We should make them standard equipment on all mechanically pump vehicles... Do you have any videos of your ride on here? Thanks for watching!

[@vwmetal66]

chud327 It just seems logical to have them on a mechanically pumped car. Anyways no no videos yet. Here where i live i cant ride it on the street, OHV only. The nearest OHV area to my house is about 55 miles away. I dont have land like you where i can just take off from my house. It sucks but oh well that part of living in metropolitan areas in california.

[@chud327]

There is no way to make it street legal? If not, that does stink. What do you have to do, tow bar of trailer it 55 miles? Anyway, it looks like a sweet ride and it will be worth the 110 mile round trip ride to go and play. Please make a video that day! I am about to put some tires on mine that look about the same size as yours. Hopefully they won't be too big...

[@coleharrison3735]

How tough would use a put a v6 in one? I got an old 2001 mustang that I can completely use for donor parts.

[@chud327]

I would try to take the body off and add some pipes to it. You could leave all the running gear intact and half of the battle would be done. Good luck and let me know how it turns out.

[@thegxpguy]

This is a nice build man I've always loved these You should consider bleeping out the part about using the title from the '72 bug. I know in most states doing that is a class E felony. Your situation might be different though I'm not sure about these cars

[@chud327]

+Allen Ivy thanks and have you seen the other 5 updates? If you watch them, let me know what you think. I don't think it is a felony here. You use that bug to build the buggy, so it is still partly that bug or something like that. I will be sure to look into that. Thanks for watching and for the comment.

[@thegxpguy]

+chud327 yup I sure did but was wondering what happened to it? :( no recent updates. I may be confused.. I think it's if you remove or swap vin tags from vehicle to vehicle. I'm not sure if either of these ever even have vin numbers or not the big or the dunes. Then again everyone does it if they acquire a vehicle without a title

[@chud327]

I have the next video update about 95% ready to upload and I work on it every now and again. However, my current project is eating up all of my free time. I am build a tiny house and I am almost done with it, maybe then I can spend a little more time on the buggy. Have you checked out my tiny house series yet. That would be something to watch while you are waiting on the buggy update. If you decide to watch, let me know what you think.

[@thegxpguy]

+chud327 a couple months ago I commented on your trailer tiny house build and you pointed me in the direction of your tiny house build and love it, update 15 man you got it looking 10/10. You guys have a nice property down there looks like a lot of fun!

[@thegxpguy]

+chud327 btw do you know where I could find more information on these? Like how they were sold or what they are? Someone told me all they are is a vw bug with body removed!?!

[@DB-bk9tr]

Can’t you adjust the height on these front beams?

[@chud327]

you can make the lower by taking some springs out, but if you take out too many, it will ride like a tank. Thanks for watching.

[@iglespepito]

GOOOD SHIT. Keep it up dude

[@chud327]

+Jose Iglesias I have part 7 in the making, it should be up in a few weeks. Hope you enjoy and thanks for watching.

[@jace8992]

Im new to this, my step dad has done projects like, building his own low rider truck, or rebuilding a fourwheeler, and a small dirt bike, he is now working on a golf cart, i want to build a dune buggy for my self.. any tips?

[@chud327]

Keep an eye on craigslist and try to find you a deal on a rail buggy frame. That is how i started my build, otherwise, I wouldn't have been able to afford the frame and couldn't have built this one. Good luck and thanks for watching.

[@jace8992]

+chud327 thank you and yes sir!

[@cristophersanchez820]

my dream is to make one buggy can you tell me all of the materials and what i need

[@chud327]

A bug for parts, a pipe frame, time, money, tools, a little know how, engine, and other stuff that I forgot. thanks for watching.

[@rosietheenabler4665]

I loooooooove this buggy

[@chud327]

+K ber Mos thaaaaanks so much, me to. Amber could be the middle name...

[@rosietheenabler4665]

;) It could beeeeeeeee.

[@chud327]

+K ber Mos That is a confession, I mean ber, what else could it be?...

[@rosietheenabler4665]

BERkley, BERnie, BERnadette, RoBERta, BERnard, BERt, I'm sure there is many more. But, if it were any of those I would have definitely have to change my name.

[@chud327]

Bernie is , for sure , not as nice as Amber...

[@tmsrsm]

Do you know the best place to find a cheap 72 transaxle housing?

[@chud327]

The only place I usually find anything cheap is Craigslist. You just have to be patient... I hope this helps and thanks for watching.

[@tmsrsm]

Thanks man.

[@tmsrsm]

What type of bolts and nuts did you use to bolt on the front axle beam to the frame? I'm a newbie at this and when I disassembled I didn't keep the old bolts and nuts (rookie mistake, I know). I bought a new beam and am not sure what I attach it with.

[@chud327]

It is in one of my videos, I used 3/8'''s bolts that were grade 8. Maybe overkill, but that is what I used. Do you have any pictures of videos of your build?

[@tmsrsm]

I don't have any videos. I'll post a video if I can't put pictures on this.

[@tmsrsm]

did you put a double nut on it with the folded metal shim or a nylon locking nut?

[@chud327]

Ok!

[@chud327]

I think I used lock washers or lock nuts. I would have to go check to be sure. It is also in one of my videos.

[@temsbab1565]

im looking to build a dune buggy im looking for a shell like yours instead of one with a cover where can i get one thanks

[@chud327]

You can buy them new, but I found a super deal on mine on craigslist. Good luck and thanks for watching.

[@temsbab1565]

@@chud327 ok i will try to get obe thanks for the help

[@chud327]

Good luck!

[@LacrosseMan0428]

Where do you recommend looking for a frame?

[@chud327]

LacrosseMan0428 I found one for 800 dollars the other day that was turn key ready except for an engine, I could see if it is still available next time I'm in his neighborhood...

[@LacrosseMan0428]

What state are you in?

[@chud327]

Florida and you?

[@robertquigley6753]

get you a good tuned exhaust and forget about that tpee setup

[@chud327]

Robert Quigley that teepee does have its cons; easy to touch when it is hot, in the way of many air cleaners, sticks way out, and probably too loud for future street use. There are also some pros; loud, it is already on, and it was free (came with the engine). I will probably get something better some day, what do you suggest? Thanks for the comment.

[@robertquigley6753]

chud327 I have a big tube ceramic coated tuned exhaust that works really well. the better it breaths the better it runs. I am running a single 44mm Weber with 041 big valve heads and a 110 Engle cam and it will surprise the hell out of you. sounds great, will outrun most anything you will ever come up on. while you have it down get it powder coated but make sure you have the color you want. mine is tangerine orange. looks like something a Tennessee Vol fan would love and the back tires are rite at 15" wide for grabbing and they are ultra light. try to find some used rims and you will save big bucks. get the heads on line and you will save about 45%. Empi sells the exhaust. have fun. getting ready to fire mine back up. I have two of them. a Chenowth and a short back. IT IS AN ADDICTION

[@chud327]

Do you have any videos of your addiction? I need to see / hear them! They sound terrific from your description! Where are you located?

[@silentdeath9237]

Get ahold of Isaac on the cars and cameras channel he might be interested in your bug parts.

[@chud327]

I would love to talk with Isaac, I would give him some parts for a shout out. I love their channel! Let them know for me and thanks for watching.

[@yuanaquinoi6028]

l subscribed!

[@chud327]

Thanks and I have a total of 11 buggy build shows. I hope you will watch all and leave more comments.

[@johnlee9548]

You've got too much stuff that I want!!

[@chud327]

You are right about too much stuff, I have been thinning out the collection lately, but I am not ready to get rid of the buggy yet. I should have update #8 coming out in a week or so, I hope to hear from you again. Thanks for watching!

[@Fantastika]

yeah you should, and why would you want to sell the buggy

[@scottreaper5143]

Do you have a vin and title for sale??

[@chud327]

no, I wish I could help out. thanks for watching.

[@cryptoscapeGLBL]

I have an sr20det engine wanted to build a dune buggy with it can someone send me a frame plan a nice neat small one for the Sr BTW it's the fwd sr20

[@chud327]

Some one probably can. thanks for watching.

[@virgp.586]

You've inspired me so much

[@chud327]

virg p. Are you going to build a buggy now? If so, make us a video. Thanks for the comment and keep watching.

[@virgp.586]

chud327 alright I will any recommendations on how to build it?

[@chud327]

virg p. I build mine one step at a time, being careful not to get in a rush. I try to find good deals on craigslist to save money. I picked up the body, the engine, and a front end off of it. I found the 2 tires at a car show. I've not bought anything new for it except for a chrome air filter and a carb rebuild kit. I am planning on getting a brake master cylinder soon, that is something I don't want used. I also have 4 parts bugs that I have been robbing parts off of. What area are you in?

[@virgp.586]

chud327 Meryland

[@virgp.586]

virg p. Maryland

[@kikinrodriguez6325]

Cuanto le salio Mr.

[@chud327]

Kikin Rodriguez I would probably start around $1500.

[@chadwatts7266]

I need some bug parts

[@chud327]

A few months ago, I had 4 parts bugs, but I got tired of mowing around them so I sold them. What parts do you need?

[@justinhoffman4993]

I need a steering wheel and steering column

[@chud327]

+Justin Hoffman I just sold 4 parts bugs about 2 months ago, if you were close enough and if I would have known, you could have had one of those. Mine is just a metal rod with a small universal joint attached. What is you buggy like? Do you have any videos of it?

[@justinhoffman4993]

Now yet

[@devinmullins5544]

Do you happen to have a steering box for a buggy

[@chud327]

I do have a steering box for a buggy. where are you located? Thanks for watching.

[@devinmullins5544]

@@chud327 in brantley county

[@rickymchenry478]

i need some bug prats

[@chud327]

I had 4 parts bugs, but sold them all about a year ago...

[@rickbergolla4055]

does anyone know where to get a good cheap buggy frame?

[@chud327]

They are very rare. I did a long / daily search on Craigslist to find mine. I took time and I had to act fast, but I got it for only $200. That may be a once in a lifetime, but I don't know what else to suggest. Thanks for watching and good luck. BTW, I am filming my next episode and it should be ready for next week.

[@rickbergolla4055]

chud327 around how long did it take you to find?

[@chud327]

I hunted one for years, but is was seriously hunting for probably a year.

[@Paydaymaro]

Do you have a vin tag and title I could buy for one?

[@chud327]

I only have one for my buggy, sorry I can't help you out. Thanks for watching.

[@Paydaymaro]

Thanks anyway

[@chud327]

anytime!

[@carterhalvorson9837]

I need a evgine And transmission

[@chud327]

I found mine on Craigslist, but they are getting hard to find. Thanks for watching.

[@deancain1031]

I want the bugs

[@chud327]

Yeah, those are getting hard to find these days. thanks for watching.

[@bobjohnston2503]

perhaps a front bumper bar would protect the front end

[@chud327]

+BOB JOHNSTON I have toyed with a front bumper idea, but I am planning on putting on a tow bar. Maybe I can build a bumper that hooks to the tow bar. Thanks for all the input.

[@cristophersanchez820]

i need a engine

[@chud327]

Yes or you could make it petal powered, the engine would be best.

What car is that in 4:51?

[@chud327]

That is a 1992 Camaro that I have had on the back burner for years now. That thing has been around for 9 years and I never finished getting the engine ready to run. Thanks for watching and maybe that will be the feature of a future video.

chud327 Okay.

[@chud327]

Anytime! Are you a Camaro fan?

chud327 Eeyup. I like Camaros.

[@chud327]

Since the Camaro you mentioned doesn't run yet, check this out. kzbin.info/www/bejne/e36uoXmVotqLmNk This is one of my old Camaros, have you seen this one?

[@MrTyler1798]

More s10 v8 videos

[@chud327]

I do take request, anything in particular with the S-10? Thanks for watching.

[@MrTyler1798]

Updates on it if u did anything

[@chud327]

The only thing I've done lately are burnouts! I have been spending all of my time on the dune buggy. I'll try to get back to the truck soon. Thanks for watching.

[@rickymchenry478]

k

[@chud327]

Thanks for watching!

[@mattberch9957]

Yea hardly ever see that color green

[@chud327]

matt berch I used to call it "Listerine Green". I don't see it much either. Do you have any Camaro? Thanks for the comments!

[@mattberch9957]

No no camaro hop to get one this year prop a 95ish tho

[@chud327]

Make it a Z/28 and you've got my vote!

[@dielauwen]

Don't you be running over any CATS at all.

[@chud327]

That was not literal, just comparing it to something everyone can relate to. Thanks for watching.

[@caseyskaggs7344]

you still have tbe first duel exhaust

[@caseyskaggs7344]

you still have tbe first duel exhaust

[@chud327]

No, I scrapped it. I had holes rusted through... But I would like to find another set like that. Thanks for watching.