HOMEMADE ELECTRIC BUGGY - CROSSKART - GO KART - Complete Build & Test Drive

[@JamesBiggar]

It looks like the Ackerman geometry is backwards in some clips, but I promise that's just an illusion caused by the wide angle mode that I'm using in the GoPro. Check out the suspension video on my channel for a clearer view of the steering geometry - I'm using close to 100% Ackerman. Update: the range test video is here >> kzbin.info/www/bejne/fZ7Hg6iOaa-cZ6M

[@felixplaza1973]

Yo I think it will be fly if you add wing tail and wings

[@robertscott3483]

few ​@@felixplaza1973 and Babb be there ittn a

[@felixplaza1973]

@@robertscott3483 I don't understand what you are saying

[@NobbsAndVagene]

@@felixplaza1973 Pot, meet Kettle.

[@felixplaza1973]

@@NobbsAndVagene what this means

[@TorQueMoD]

I love how this dude can make an electric buggy in a few months in his own garage that looks like something that rolled out of a factory. The talent of some people!

[@richardsanborn7963]

they say we are the only kind in the multiverse with the ability to create from thought to reality !

[@colinreid1843]

not only that but one that goes like 80 miles an hour. The stock Honda Suzuki that I own can only go 40 max

[@Sol-mx6nk]

That's how they made cars back in the day, banging em out in a garage or old barn.

[@scrolling.shutter]

I think it looks even cooler than something that rolled out of a factory.

[@HappySillyFace]

Mad Max vehicle goes electric? 😀

[@christophercastor6666]

Instantaneous Admiration and Respect! I was on my University’s MiniBaja SAE team in college and we built a similar buggy for competitions. I know exactly how much work/effort/precision/skill goes into a build like this and you sir make it look EASY! Respect!! -CY Castor

[@shamalshetty1541]

True

[@billboothe7725]

Well done,....metalman.....you are a master craftsman...total talent .. you make it look easy with the beauty of creation. We all need to shift to evs as oil burners are killing our planet...with others help. But the fun and stealthiness of a fun fast ripper.....awesome build...

[@cincinnatusromanus1767]

As an ex-metal fabricator, I have never seen such skill in one person. The buggy is incredible.

[@pfauniversal1890]

Maybe it's not in one person

[@IHaveTheBestSon]

@@pfauniversal1890 it’s one person. I know this guy. Grew up with him in my teens. Known him for 20+ years. Good friend of mine. He does it all himself. It’s nuts. He’s quite talented! The buggy was an idea among one of our friends and he brought it to life on his channel..

[@MrKrueger88]

Yep , brilliant workmanship

[@SpeKterDesigns]

I have to agree that I am a bigger fan of the fabrication he can do , well than say just the electrification. The factory finish level body panels, the welds, the design its all fantastic compared to a lot of pro You Tuber who may rush their stuff a bit more to keep churning out video's, you only see this come along rarely so Im really impressed.

[@Blox117]

he didnt list the weight of the vehicle

[@pixelspring]

Real nice trick of using the welder to cut the stranded cable .. simultaneously cut and stop the fray. Perfect. Your skills are admirable. Amazing build!

[@billymanilli]

Came down to say the same thing! Never saw (or ever even remotely thought about) anybody doing that before. Pretty smart!

[@connerlabs]

Yup, doing this to bike brake and gear cables from now on...

[@JamesBiggar]

Have to say credit for that idea goes to John Heiz - he shared the tip with me when I was installing the guy wires for my turbine tower.

[@billymanilli]

@@JamesBiggar Well, if ya ever see him, tell him we say "thanks!" :D ..and thank you for passing it on!!

[@hashiru86]

what time frame is it?

[@namesgamby]

There's a lot of machinists and fabricators on KZbin but man you take the crown. Such an impressive display of several different areas of expertise. I'm completely amazed

[@djbis]

This vehicle is the ultimate form of the expression "BUILT, NOT BOUGHT". 👌🏼⚡❤️ So much love and attention to detail not only to the fabrication process but also the filming and editing throughout. Top notch work!

[@TheStuartstardust]

Now it is just missing registration? I saw that is possible in USA 🤓 ... in europe it would be impossible.. 😔

[@NR-gp2il]

@@TheStuartstardust screw registration

[@djbis]

@@TheStuartstardust such bummer... 😔

[@tonyw2960]

​@@TheStuartstardust can do it in the uk not easy but possible

[@TheStuartstardust]

@@tonyw2960 not Europe anymore 🤪

[@SurRonDude]

The amount of work put into this is actually crazy! 🎉

[@Sherlockohms303]

THIS IS MY FAVORITE KZbin BUILD THIS YEAR OUTTA EVERYTHING I SEEN ON YOU TUBE! SINCE WAS KID I DREAMED OF THIS IN MY MIND!

[@longbow192]

I wasn't looking for this video, but I pulled an induction motor out of a dryer a while ago, and I've been itching to build something around it. I had all sorts of ideas rolling around in my head about the practical application of the project, and I settled for something road drivable but also offroad capable. I knew it had to have double wishbone suspension, but I was at a loss about how to lay it out. This video has been a very welcome inspiration. I'm saving it in a dedicated playlist for future reference.

[@Mp57navy]

If you need to plasma or gas cut sheet steel, mark it with an angle grinder cutting disc. You can see the groove through welding/cutting googles. Saves you a lot of grinding too. Awesome job!

[@StayMadNobodycares]

@Busy right now Do you often make an ass of yourself?

[@DopeyPotato]

It's actually a good tip

[@KermitOfWar]

@@DopeyPotato That's what she said...

[@thekandege3079]

@@KermitOfWar phrasing!

[@kermitthefragg]

@@KermitOfWar Kermit Army

[@wilsoncharles00]

All i can say is WOW. As a fabricator myself, you are a real mastor of the trait and a serious inspiration to anyone looking to fab anything. My hats off to you sir for this build. Your work is nothing shy of amazing and this is by far one of the best videos i have ever watched. Wow!!!

[@cnjmargeson4817]

The amount of talent and knowledge shown here is incredible.

[@BobDurelle1]

Absolutely awesome James I don’t know what you do for a job but you need to be in research and development of electric vehicles and really taking your toys to market. I would definitely invest in you Awesome job

[@DespaceMan]

It's about having fun building something you enjoy, once it becomes a job it's no longer fun.

[@JamesBiggar]

@@DespaceMan Very true.

[@howardburton8376]

Thanks!

[@JamesBiggar]

My pleasure, thank you!

[@IVIaskerade]

This is an incredible display of skill and ingenuity. The fact that you also made a lot of the tooling you're using just adds to the resourcefulness.

[@EZLogikal]

Saw your build on Quantum whatever HD and had to come give the OG creator respect. I'm so glad I did! You mention all kinds of details that so many other buggy build videos leave out. Their rip-off video was just a stupid music over-dub. Much appreciated.

[@Amb3rjack]

What an amazing video! One person, complete design, build, test, science behind the electrics, full understanding and explanation of mechanics, electrics, electronics and mechanical fabrication. Completely blew me away. Magnificent job, sir! Oh yeah, and the buggy's pretty good too!

[@wakeUPdummies]

I have built several electric vehicles, from the ground up. This looks like something a team of 6 engineers spent 3 years developing. Good job, brother.

[@GingerPiston]

Really loved this build series, and am enjoying this summary with the extra voiceover now - almost to the actual driving section!

[@leightonwestbury92]

The professionalism, engineering and quality of your buggy is astounding .......words just don't do it justice

[@mihaiturc75]

Awesome job. I can only imagine the huge amount of work behind this project, both in designing and manufacturing. You are an inspiration!

[@jkendrick63]

The way you filmed this with the commentary, was pure art

[@mrcharanvarma1920]

What was the exact cost to make this electric buggy sir

[@jml3327]

A lot!

[@poopjeans1135]

If you punch in the battery info he listed...It brings to Amazon with a LiFePO4 that's $787.00 EACH and he used 24 of them. I copied and pasted what he listed in the description for the battery. If the info is correct, then he spent just shy of $18,900 on batteries alone.

[@summuuuu]

Max 5 Lakh

[@WhoThisMonkey]

Tree fiddy

[@samuel-br.man__3571]

All i know this might cost 4000 for the batteries

[@wisdomoverfear2685]

I grew up with my father running a welding and machine shop. I've been around some really smart machinist and welders that where capable of incredible builds. I've never seen one man with so much talent at the entire build ! Bravo and instantly subbed !

[@JamesBiggar]

Thanks!

[@valkyrieedit]

No question. If this were to be made available as a kit and given an instruction manual, I would buy/build this buggy. This thing is incredible. Great work! Do any of the other video do a cost breakdown of the materials? And another breakdown of potential labor cost?

[@invincirick]

That's exactly what I wanted to know too coming into the Comments hope someone answers

[@DoctorRustbelt]

Same here

[@zaca211]

Everything you did was top notch. From the metal working to the custom batteries. Even cutting the cable with the welder was genius. Beats heating it up and using solder.

[@Mike_Costello]

100% to o% charge seems to be about 277 km range. So say in reality you use 80% down to 20% for battery life you get 166km of range depending on how much you flog it in the dirt with constant on/off power application. That's a great outcome! Well done. I didn't notice it in the video but do you have a chain guard in case that lets go and starts making mince meat of anything in reach?

[@Rocker6969]

This is an Incredible build !! Has to be one of the most difficult 1 man builds on the Internet.

[@Sangram-Kishor]

That much work from designing to collecting materials to fabricating all just in 30mins. Hats up to you. Buggy looks amazing. love from 🇮🇳

[@tristangates2797]

You make it look so easy, especially with pretty basic tools. It's easy to forget the skill that went into this. Looks super fun.

[@JamesBiggar]

Thanks 👍

[@quentinkelly8411]

The voice over reminds me of that guy who built that cabin in Alaska back in the day and filmed it all himself. Love it

[@johnsherby9130]

You made this look way easier than it is. Amazing build

[@EricRaduazzo]

Incredible everything . Genius in every aspect of fabrication , and the electric is amazing …. All the buggy needs now is headlights taillights turn signals air conditioning and a stereo wow

[@PaulRawlins2]

From top to bottom, this is wildly impressive!! You should be very proud of yourself, sir! The build quality looks pristine!

[@dr-cr7nk]

I know NOTHING about metal fabrication or welding or how to build a Buffy from scratch. Watching this is truly inspiring, not only that but admirable. Your skill is top notch. Hats off 👏 Great build

[@paarek]

I saw many builds and I would say this is one of the best. I see knowledge, skills and last but not least well edited video. Very good job!

[@hafwayhouz]

bruh you can tell you take serious pride in your work. good shit

[@JohnathonBrock]

So happy to see this finished. I want to make one too. I love the simplicity of the build, and the elegance of the design and math that went into creating it.

[@Bennymisc]

I've never seen some one work so quick and so precise. Badass.

[@dpyles9396]

I'm very impressed by this build. The numerous and extensive skill sets you have are unbelievable! Well Done !!!!!

[@genuismensa]

My kind of guy. Everything you put into it, you made yourself. There is just a hard to explain satisfaction in building something from just a bunch of raw materials and basic parts.

[@SamiAnderson]

That was exceptional, i am impressed and jealous of your skills. What a cool creation! nice video work also, straight to the point and added commentary as required. cheers mate!

[@CarloRoosen]

that final drone shot with the perspective on the distant forests got a big smile on my face. The one picture that captures the dream. Amazing built, also!

An awesome build! A little obsession of mine is putting the bolts always from the top. That way if the nut gets loose or even lost, there's a chance the bolt stays in place just by grace of gravity.

[@andrewwastaken2]

This is the most incredible thing i have seen a single person build and engineer. The editing is perfect too. I cannot express how much i enjoyed this video lol

[@JamesBiggar]

Thanks!

[@4legdfishman]

Incredible build! (New subscriber here) I can't believe the effort, knowledge and talent that you put into this E-buggy! I thought of doing an E-buggy until I watched this. Since I have not one second of experience with any type of EV, I'd be lost. 😀 Thanks for sharing your amazing talents. I'm definitely going to check out the other videos on this build.

[@lexikuro]

This is the single most amazing feat of engineering I can ever hope to see here on youtube. Amazing work as always!

[@Thorgon-Cross]

If you think this is great should go check out the channel he got the blueprints from....

[@JamesBiggar]

I'd like to see it too, because this is completely my design and I haven't published the plans yet. Took roughly 6 months in CAD prior to the year long build, and it changed 3 times during the process, all documented on my FB and blog. You can check out the evolution there. What I started with, which looked goofy af imo, and how I got to this point. There is no other electric crosskart like it, diy or otherwise. From what I've searched there's only one and it's manufactured for kids. Looks like it too. Tiny little thing, about half the wheelbase of mine. Does mine look like a typical crosskart? Yes, as do most karts. F1 cars resemble other F1 cars, super trucks look like other super trucks, etc. But mine is substantially wider than most in order to fit that 14 kWh bank around me, and that's part of what should make it an obviously unique and somewhat challenging design compared to others. But you're free to download the plans when they're available or take some screenshots from the video, scale them out and overlay onto the buggy you think I copied to prove me wrong. If just two pieces of tubing or any other two components match up in any way, I'll pay you $100. Let us know how you make out.

[@JamesBiggar]

I probably won't get a notification if you respond with results, so hit me up at [e-mail]. I'm serious. If you think I used someone else's design, prove it. I'll pay you and you get to tell everyone how you called me out and proved me a fraud :)

[@Thorgon-Cross]

@@JamesBiggar Everything but being EV is a copy tube angles where you put the expanded sheet grid, bro even your dash board is a one to one copy. I'll go search through my watched list for the guy that sells the plans.

[@JamesBiggar]

🤣 Riiight. That's hilarious. It's been 7 hours, what's taking so long? We're waiting. Compounding lies don't make them true. This isn't politics. Hurry up bro, let's see this buggy that I copied.

[@queroderick3388]

I could've sworn the buggy was fresh out of the factory. As a perfectionist, I feel so inspired watching this.

[@motosk8er2]

Wow, this is one of the nicest self made buggies I have ever seen. I cant imagine how many hours you have into this project. You even built the batteries from individual cells. That alone is quite a project! I don't know how I am just finding your channel now but I'm subbed!

[@JamesBiggar]

Thanks!!

[@daletongilmer5121]

Same here, don’t know how I’ve went so long on KZbin without these videos😔💯

[@paulogomes852]

This is beyond amazing! Thank you for everything

[@williamtaftt]

Seems like the algorithm has picked up this video, which is great because this is an excellent build. Well done.

[@951rcguy]

The moment we've been waiting for. Congratulations on an amazing build. The buggy looks awesome.

[@mksharma6914]

ADD TO QUEUE This video is top most contender for title "Most Satisfying Videos Of People working Exceptionally". I am so thrilled to see the perfection in your work.. Kudos!!

[@TerkanTyr]

I'd want something like this as my daily driver, but one with road tires and more modern luxuries. Made for highways and such but capable of offroad, unlike "smart" cars. And it looks good. This is, like, the perfect form factor for me. I hate sitting off-center while driving. And I'm not a family man, I don't need a family car. I don't need room for four. May be a point to a slightly longer frame for a second seat in the back, but that's not entirely necessary.

[@jasonharrison25]

take a look at the Ariel atom. may fit most of your desires except for center seating. they even make an electric version too. expensive though

[@TerkanTyr]

@@jasonharrison25 The center seating is almost the whole point, so yeah the Atom does nothing for me Always interesting to learn about new vehicles though.

[@pulotokathu]

I just unliked it to LIKE it again.. Maaan! This was awesome to watch.

[@KingKabi]

You Sir, I have mad respect for you and the whole process, well put together, well thought out, intricate skills, beautiful clean work of art right there. I’d like to work on my own project, and I’m definitely not on your level (wish I could be😅) but just an ATV, and seeing you putting everything together just motivates me even more. ❤

[@waschbaers_werkstatt]

This is why youtube was made. REAL content and creator! I thought LiFe batteries were to heavy for mobile use... well that changed ;) great job

[@BuildSomethingAuto]

This thing is brilliant, and incredibly well made. Awesome stuff!

[@andrewsolis2988]

Nice! People like you keep me motivated to tinker. I converted a cheap Chinese 4 wheeler to electric using dual 48v motors(each driving a rear wheel) a few years ago. It was fun but now I want to up my game and a project like this will help teach me to weld 😁

[@olsonspeed]

The buggy looks great, a very slick design. I also have to compliment your video and editing skills, your attention to production and fabricating details are next level.

[@JamesBiggar]

Thanks!

[@deeziegaming8545]

It's so beautiful and has some kick! I been looking around on eBay and Facebook market for a used go-kart to convert to electric but never seem to find one that looks cool. You're custom made one blows pretty much anything I've ever seen out the market.

[@olivierdamiron7279]

She's a beast. Remarkable build, looks stable and fun to drive. Well done!

[@cmg]

I feel so useless with all my digital/media knowledge after seeing this. Stunning work, you should produce them in bulk, would buy instantly!

[@JamesBiggar]

With all my building experience, I feel clueless pretending to be a videographer, so don't feel bad my friend LOL

[@hippie-io7225]

Excellent in every way! Your video production skills are awesome as well. I hope young people out there starting their electrical / mechanical journey purchase your plans and use it as a training course; or at least watch all of your videos to get an overview of how things can get done. Wow! Congratulations on your test run.

[@maxvcollenburg]

This is amazing! This is what I dreamed of when building with lego as a kid.

[@goodlawyer1813]

Incredible. It's great to know "tinkers" still exist in the US. Well done sir.

[@ivanrogel1439]

I don't know what is more amazing. The buggy or the MAD skills!

[@petepete2284]

Well done. The simplest thing. When I saw you cut that coolant line, you went so far with the knife, and then began to use the tube for the rest of the cut. Right there . I see a man of Ingenuity and resourceful and a person that see's the value in production.

[@IdoBerg]

looks awesome and driving awesome. wish i was able to build 1 of those

[@SubaruLove]

The last song started with ticking noises and I thought that was foreshadowing to destruction, but all was good.👍 Beautiful kart!

[@mrmeadowsiscool]

videos like this are literally the best possible resume for you work... ever.

[@barrysellers8001]

Fantastic skills and knowledge of both fabrication and electrics

[@alexscott4277]

Man, that is some serious array of skills you've got there. Very impressive.

[@ralphmenta7997]

I like to think of myself as a problem-solving, engineering type of person. This video makes me look like a toddler with finger paints. Nice work sir!!!

[@johnboynb]

Nice to see a home grown NB KZbinr with skills. Nice Build!

[@JamesBiggar]

Thanks John!

[@Pabloestra1]

Bro ur a god! I think I just found my new idol

[@Hawk7886]

Using the welder to cut the inner core of the parking brake cable was super clever! Such a cool build

[@JamesBiggar]

Thanks!

[@TK42138]

I think this video deserves a standing ovation.

[@michaelsheehy1801]

What a amazing design so sleek modern sporty looking

[@yummypaint-uy6ze]

Nice to see someone soldering correctly on youtube for once

[@okamichi_factory]

This video was amazing! Love to be just as knowledgeable and skillful as this guy!

[@genYprogressive83]

I've seen lots of homemade e go karts and off-road buggies and this is by far the best one I've seen yet. This doesn't look homemade it looks like it was factory built. Well done sir.

[@JamesBiggar]

Thanks! Got a few kinks to work out though. I'm uploading another video on this machine in a day or two that explains.

[@pichuelo-i2m]

I'm full of envy! the good one!, I wish I could make things like this by my self. I couldn't avoid to notice you strugling with that steering wheel design... I believe you have 2 options: A) Going back to design/functional basics with a regular round one, or B) Make the steering rack movement ratio bigger, that would allow you to turn more with less travel. Cheers from Argentina

[@anilakman]

This is how masters of the job used to do when there was no cnc.. Great one !

[@JamesBiggar]

Thanks!

[@peterbuckingham]

Incredible fabrication skills! You make it look easy!

[@quid-2734]

Love the build especially the colors

[@JamesBiggar]

Thanks!

[@leightonwestbury92]

not to mention the detail, the colour scheme of black and orange is real nice and a top quality paint job

[@davidedwards808]

one word......AWESOME!!!

[@the_g9456]

WOW! This is just super cool. The skill to be able to build this blows me away. And the final product is is brilliant.

[@MegaGoogoohead]

Cool I'm a retired fabricator and mechanical engineer and you done a excellent job !

[@jaysonrees738]

I wish I had the right kind of mind to design stuff like this. There's just something special about driving a homemade machine. Can build RC aircraft, but this is on a completely different level! Absolutely awesome!

[@PaulMacklinAmazing]

In awe of your technical, mechanical and sheet metal working skills - great work.

[@randallfry7510]

Wow, what a talented guy!!. Superb craftmanship and design knowledge. Nice.

[@SDBarbosaSilva]

James...!!! Esse seu Buggy é o MELHOR Elétrico que eu vi em todos esses Anos de novas Descobertas de Carros Elétricos...!!! Se eu tivesse condições. Compraria um Modelo desse...!!! Parabéns pelo seu Trabalho...!! Esta Realmente Maravilhoso, Awesome...!!

[@jamesdeclan7538]

The most casual way to say 'I should be working at SpaceX, but they said I was overqualified'

[@jakestanbro959]

You're doing ASMR so much better than the people who are "doing ASMR"

[@danekunderhill4812]

Jack of none master of all! Slick work! Love it all!

[@iwal1645]

As a high stoner, i find your build both enjoyable and handy while is sip this aaaaaaaged scotch - single malt of course - while slowly puffing away at a mild cohiba from paradise while quietly listening to Dvorak's - Serenade for strings in E minor twas a grand eve indeed.

[@DavstrWrexham]

That is really cool. It wouldn't take much to make it completely road legal either. Very nice