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soleeagle · 03-05-2006, 12:59 AM

I am in the process of building me a 4x4 Buggy. I have a freind of mines buggy to use as a template. Mine will be made to sit 4 people instead of 2. His has a 454, 4 speed tranny, 205 transfer in it. I think that a 454 is overkill but it is alot of fun. Here is a pic of his and a couple of mine so far. Most parts are either from a 73-87 4X4 or fabed by me at home or work. I will keep updated as I get more done.

soleeagle · 03-05-2006, 01:02 AM

A few more

4bynut · 03-05-2006, 10:29 PM

SWEET!!

Please keep the pics coming as you get it put together.

**Zoomad75** · 03-06-2006, 08:43 AM

Looks like a tought foundation. Just a quick question? Why are you going with a stock GM rear spring hanger? You mounted it low for lift by the looks of it, but it looks like it's killing your departure angle. I'd go swipe the front spring hanger for the rear springs and mount it in place of that one so you end op with a shackle flip. The hanger will be higher on the frame and your lift amount will still be about the same (if not a little more).

Just a thought!

soleeagle · 03-11-2006, 11:35 PM

Some updates

I dont plan on leaving the front end mounted as it is now. I am going to get a set of six inch lift springs when I get the extra money so for now I made some longer shackles and braces to lower it and make the frame sit level.

ZOOMAD75
I would have mounted the rear spings that way if i would have thought about it. I have them welded on so good now I dont even want to think about trying to cut them off.

muddyole 69 · 03-15-2006, 02:41 AM

What type of bender r you using for the tubing I am assuming the one on the front in pic is the one you are using looks pretty simple to use where can I get one been dreaming up something simiilar thanks mike oh yea way cool project you got goin on there Mike

soleeagle · 03-17-2006, 12:23 AM

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Originally Posted by muddyole 69

What type of bender r you using for the tubing I am assuming the one on the front in pic is the one you are using looks pretty simple to use where can I get one been dreaming up something simiilar thanks mike oh yea way cool project you got goin on there Mike

The bender belongs to a freind of mine. He got it at one of the tool sales that come around every now and then but i have seen them on ebay and a few other places. It is a simple thing to use just have a few extra pieces of pipe to practice with.

soleeagle · 03-17-2006, 01:44 AM

Latest progress pic

soleeagle · 03-17-2006, 09:25 PM

Todays Progress

soleeagle · 04-15-2006, 11:25 PM

Some updated pics

soleeagle · 04-15-2006, 11:28 PM

more

see ten · 04-16-2006, 07:58 AM

Dude! Those are some serious jackstands you got going there! Not to mention the rack by the wall that's holding complete axle housings several feet from the floor. I would blow an a$$hole gasket trying to get something in or out of that rack!

soleeagle · 04-21-2006, 11:18 PM

The stands and the rack are some of the bennefits of working in a steel fab shop and getting steel cheep. I use the cherry picker to load and unload the axles in the rack.

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Originally Posted by see ten

Dude! Those are some serious jackstands you got going there! Not to mention the rack by the wall that's holding complete axle housings several feet from the floor. I would blow an a$$hole gasket trying to get something in or out of that rack!

soleeagle · 05-20-2006, 06:27 PM

Well it is finally done. I am planning on taking it for its first run on Memorial weekend.

wibilly · 06-25-2006, 09:13 AM

that thing looks like a tank! i like the way you made the sides of your cage open downward to double as a ladder . very cool!!!!

soleeagle · 07-01-2006, 12:03 AM

Well here is a pic from the fun on June 17th

**BOSS** · 07-01-2006, 10:31 AM

Great builup,looks like it was worth it though.I got a 84 blazer and two 4x4 burbs......hmmmmmmm

Hoods69BadBowTie · 07-01-2006, 12:14 PM

Damn, that buggy is bad azz!! Very nice job indeed. Did you do anything to the motor or did u leave it alone? Nice mudding picture too.
-Later

soleeagle · 07-01-2006, 10:30 PM

Thanks Guys.

The motor is just a stock 305 that I threw togeather.

*84 Chevy K10* · 07-03-2006, 01:43 PM

Congrats, sir.

That is absolutely the worst attempt at building a buggy I have EVER seen.

Do you have any idea what the word, "Triangulation" means?

*Mikey_* · 07-03-2006, 07:09 PM

Good job making what you wanted.

Bad job with the cage.

phantom dually · 07-03-2006, 07:16 PM

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Originally Posted by 84 Chevy K10

Congrats, sir.

That is absolutely the worst attempt at building a buggy I have EVER seen.

Do you have any idea what the word, "Triangulation" means?

If you dont like something then dont post. Negative attitudes are not welcome here.

phantom dually · 07-03-2006, 07:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Mikey_

Good job making what you wanted.

Bad job with the cage.

Same thing for you too!!

72blazer72 · 07-03-2006, 08:11 PM

wow...post up your stuff on pirate4x4 to see what kinda feedback you get.

*84 Chevy K10* · 07-04-2006, 03:15 AM

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Originally Posted by 72blazer72

wow...post up your stuff on pirate4x4 to see what kinda feedback you get.

Already done, sir.

You guys can talk all the crap about me you want....I don't care. I just couldn't believe my eyes. After 4 years of not posting here, I had to say something, good God!!!!

03-05-2006, 12:59 AM	#1
soleeagle Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Shelbyville, Indiana Posts: 614	My Soon to Be New Toy I am in the process of building me a 4x4 Buggy. I have a freind of mines buggy to use as a template. Mine will be made to sit 4 people instead of 2. His has a 454, 4 speed tranny, 205 transfer in it. I think that a 454 is overkill but it is alot of fun. Here is a pic of his and a couple of mine so far. Most parts are either from a 73-87 4X4 or fabed by me at home or work. I will keep updated as I get more done. Attached Images __________________ Chuck '85 Chevy Silverado 4X4 '91 Chevy 4X4 Suburban http://www.cardomain.com/memberpage/545941

03-05-2006, 01:02 AM	#2
soleeagle Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Shelbyville, Indiana Posts: 614	Re: My Soon to Be New Toy A few more Attached Images __________________ Chuck '85 Chevy Silverado 4X4 '91 Chevy 4X4 Suburban http://www.cardomain.com/memberpage/545941

03-05-2006, 10:29 PM	#3
4bynut Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Morrison, IL Posts: 793	Re: My Soon to Be New Toy SWEET!! Please keep the pics coming as you get it put together. __________________ 2007 Chevy 2500HD crew cab, 4x4, duramax w/Allison trans. 2001 Chevy ZR2 Ext. cab 4x4 (DD) 1967 Chevy SWB 4x4, BBC, Th400, NP205, 6" lift, and 35's (In Process) 1970 Chevy Blazer 4x4, BBC, TH400, NP241, 6" lift, and 38.5 boggers in front, 44 boggers on the rear ( mud racer project)

03-06-2006, 08:43 AM	#4
Zoomad75 K5Camper Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Pueblo, CO Posts: 1,513	Re: My Soon to Be New Toy Looks like a tought foundation. Just a quick question? Why are you going with a stock GM rear spring hanger? You mounted it low for lift by the looks of it, but it looks like it's killing your departure angle. I'd go swipe the front spring hanger for the rear springs and mount it in place of that one so you end op with a shackle flip. The hanger will be higher on the frame and your lift amount will still be about the same (if not a little more). Just a thought! __________________ Rob Z. 1975 K5 350/465/205/D44/12b 4" lift on 35's- RIP 1991 K5 8.1L/NV4500/241/D44/14b FWC Camper

03-11-2006, 11:35 PM	#5
soleeagle Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Shelbyville, Indiana Posts: 614	Re: My Soon to Be New Toy Some updates I dont plan on leaving the front end mounted as it is now. I am going to get a set of six inch lift springs when I get the extra money so for now I made some longer shackles and braces to lower it and make the frame sit level. ZOOMAD75 I would have mounted the rear spings that way if i would have thought about it. I have them welded on so good now I dont even want to think about trying to cut them off. Attached Images __________________ Chuck '85 Chevy Silverado 4X4 '91 Chevy 4X4 Suburban http://www.cardomain.com/memberpage/545941

03-15-2006, 02:41 AM	#6
muddyole 69 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: SE Ohio Posts: 1,121	Re: My Soon to Be New Toy What type of bender r you using for the tubing I am assuming the one on the front in pic is the one you are using looks pretty simple to use where can I get one been dreaming up something simiilar thanks mike oh yea way cool project you got goin on there Mike __________________ hav'n fun be'n me Last edited by muddyole 69; 03-15-2006 at 02:41 AM.

03-17-2006, 01:44 AM	#8
soleeagle Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Shelbyville, Indiana Posts: 614	Re: My Soon to Be New Toy Latest progress pic Attached Images __________________ Chuck '85 Chevy Silverado 4X4 '91 Chevy 4X4 Suburban http://www.cardomain.com/memberpage/545941

03-17-2006, 09:25 PM	#9
soleeagle Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Shelbyville, Indiana Posts: 614	Re: My Soon to Be New Toy Todays Progress Attached Images __________________ Chuck '85 Chevy Silverado 4X4 '91 Chevy 4X4 Suburban http://www.cardomain.com/memberpage/545941

04-15-2006, 11:25 PM	#10
soleeagle Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Shelbyville, Indiana Posts: 614	Re: My Soon to Be New Toy Some updated pics Attached Images __________________ Chuck '85 Chevy Silverado 4X4 '91 Chevy 4X4 Suburban http://www.cardomain.com/memberpage/545941

04-15-2006, 11:28 PM	#11
soleeagle Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Shelbyville, Indiana Posts: 614	Re: My Soon to Be New Toy more Attached Images __________________ Chuck '85 Chevy Silverado 4X4 '91 Chevy 4X4 Suburban http://www.cardomain.com/memberpage/545941

04-16-2006, 07:58 AM	#12
see ten WTB this ad Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Lafayette Georgia Posts: 5,073	Re: My Soon to Be New Toy Dude! Those are some serious jackstands you got going there! Not to mention the rack by the wall that's holding complete axle housings several feet from the floor. I would blow an a$$hole gasket trying to get something in or out of that rack!

05-20-2006, 06:27 PM	#14
soleeagle Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Shelbyville, Indiana Posts: 614	Re: My Soon to Be New Toy Well it is finally done. I am planning on taking it for its first run on Memorial weekend. Attached Images __________________ Chuck '85 Chevy Silverado 4X4 '91 Chevy 4X4 Suburban http://www.cardomain.com/memberpage/545941

06-25-2006, 09:13 AM	#15
wibilly Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: northwestern wi Posts: 2,111	Re: My Soon to Be New Toy that thing looks like a tank! i like the way you made the sides of your cage open downward to double as a ladder . very cool!!!! __________________ common sense isn't so common anymore

07-01-2006, 12:03 AM	#16
soleeagle Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Shelbyville, Indiana Posts: 614	Re: My Soon to Be New Toy Well here is a pic from the fun on June 17th Attached Images __________________ Chuck '85 Chevy Silverado 4X4 '91 Chevy 4X4 Suburban http://www.cardomain.com/memberpage/545941

07-01-2006, 10:31 AM	#17
BOSS Just here to help Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Norwood,Mo Posts: 3,893	Re: My Soon to Be New Toy Great builup,looks like it was worth it though.I got a 84 blazer and two 4x4 burbs......hmmmmmmm __________________ Support our site Norwood Survivor



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07-01-2006, 12:14 PM	#18
Hoods69BadBowTie Chevys Kick A$$ Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Zootown, MT Posts: 12,699	Re: My Soon to Be New Toy Damn, that buggy is bad azz!! Very nice job indeed. Did you do anything to the motor or did u leave it alone? Nice mudding picture too. -Later __________________ HOODS is what I answer too -'79, '77, '88 Pickup Sold, '85 Camaro, '83 T/A, '81,'83,'90 K5 Blazer All Sold -'79 3/4 ton "Big Yellow Bananna" Lifted 4spd. 39.5 TSL Swampers, The money Pit -'86 K5 Blazer Silverado 6.2 4" lift 35"s -'95 Ext. Cab Shorty 4" Tuff Country rolling 35" M/T's -'83 Monte Carlo T-Tops. 126,500 Original Miles -LATER I would rather push a Chevy then drive a ford!!

07-01-2006, 10:30 PM	#19
soleeagle Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Shelbyville, Indiana Posts: 614	Re: My Soon to Be New Toy Thanks Guys. The motor is just a stock 305 that I threw togeather. __________________ Chuck '85 Chevy Silverado 4X4 '91 Chevy 4X4 Suburban http://www.cardomain.com/memberpage/545941

07-03-2006, 01:43 PM	#20
84 Chevy K10 Account Suspended Join Date: Dec 2002 Posts: 3	Re: My Soon to Be New Toy Congrats, sir. That is absolutely the worst attempt at building a buggy I have EVER seen. Do you have any idea what the word, "Triangulation" means?

07-03-2006, 07:09 PM	#21
Mikey_ Account Suspended Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Maine Posts: 2	Re: My Soon to Be New Toy Good job making what you wanted. Bad job with the cage.

07-03-2006, 08:11 PM	#24
72blazer72 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: The Real South Texas Posts: 52	Re: My Soon to Be New Toy wow...post up your stuff on pirate4x4 to see what kinda feedback you get. __________________ Built to Tow...06 Dirty Max Built to Crawl...72 Blazer

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