Zach’s buggy build - Page 2

Smiddy24 · 11-11-2018, 06:54 PM

Finally starting to see the bigger picture now. Pretty much got the frame done. Just need to weld it up and figure out how to do the upper front 4 links. Deciding whether to use the old 4 link brackets I have or cut into the frame and box it like my dads is.

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93 Krawler · 11-12-2018, 04:55 PM

Lookin good.

Smiddy24 · 11-22-2018, 04:13 PM

Buggy Build 2.0! We had to totally redesign the tube chassis today, since my dad switched computers and lost the original copy... But this design is similar with some adjustments. Overall width of the chassis is 67” (nerf bar to nerf bar) overall height is 42”. Total weight so far from Bend Tech, 470lbs. Can length is 59” wide to fit a Jeep cowl, and my original hood.

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WrenchMonkey · 11-23-2018, 01:41 AM

Nice! I think I like this one even better...

Where is the 42" height measured from? Bottom of the framerails, top of the rails, or from the nerf bars?

I've been trying to get mine that low, but for reference my XJ is 46" from floor to roof inside, and I don't know if I can shave another four or five inches without hitting my head or stretching my legs straight out in front of me.

Smiddy24 · 11-23-2018, 01:56 AM

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Originally Posted by WrenchMonkey

Nice! I think I like this one even better...

Where is the 42" height measured from? Bottom of the framerails, top of the rails, or from the nerf bars?

I've been trying to get mine that low, but for reference my XJ is 46" from floor to roof inside, and I don't know if I can shave another four or five inches without hitting my head or stretching my legs straight out in front of me.

That’s center of tube from the nerf bar and the A pillar.

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jeepmanjeff · 11-25-2018, 11:19 AM

Almost fully welded. We ran out of wire.

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jeepmanjeff · 12-01-2018, 01:04 AM

Main nerf bar bent tonight. This will be the base point everything will be off of. We will set it tomorrow

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Smiddy24 · 12-01-2018, 04:45 PM

More progress made on the Jeep tube chassis! Got the main base of the chassis done. Tomorrow consists of getting the A and B Pillar!

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Smiddy24 · 12-03-2018, 12:34 PM

More progress made yesterday. Got the A and B pillar up, followed by putting in the front “eyebrow” and V!

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Smiddy24 · 12-17-2018, 10:16 AM

It’s been a little while since I’ve updated this thread. So I got the back X/B pillar done, did the front engine bay bars, also added the top V and a middle cross bar. Getting very close to the chassis being fully setup! Just need to weld everything that’s in now all together.

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Smiddy24 · 12-27-2018, 11:01 AM

More progress made yesterday. My dad installed the front hoops while I was working. After I got off, we worked together and got the main rear hoop in and added on down bar. Today, I’m sure we will be able to get the other down bar in and work on the tailgate/bed.

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93 Krawler · 12-27-2018, 11:40 AM

Looking good guys. Starting to look like a buggy now.

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Smiddy24 · 12-28-2018, 12:54 PM

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Originally Posted by 93 Krawler

Looking good guys. Starting to look like a buggy now.

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Thanks Kevin! More pics to come today. We're pretty close to it being done, minus doing interior stuff.

Smiddy24 · 12-31-2018, 12:02 AM

Wow, we’ve accomplished a lot in the past couple of days! Check out the progress, motor is mounted in!

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93 Krawler · 12-31-2018, 11:45 AM

You guys are hauling ass. It's amazing what you can accomplish if you don't have to go to work for a week.

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Smiddy24 · 12-31-2018, 12:25 PM

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Originally Posted by 93 Krawler

You guys are hauling ass. It's amazing what you can accomplish if you don't have to go to work for a week.

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Amen to that, thanks!!

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Smiddy24 · 01-03-2019, 08:33 AM

I just ordered some parts yesterday in order to get the tranny mounted and the axles in.. So, until those come in, I’ll be working on some body work (hood, Cowl and grill). Started yesterday by cutting down the CJ7 cowl. Had to do this because the hood + the cowl would of been way too long for the front of the chassis. While I worked on the cowl, my dad added a X up front to tie the shock hoops in for the leverage of the shocks, when those get mounted.

Today consist of cutting down my hood as well. Overall length of the original CJ7 hood is 39 1/4. I have to cut off 5 inches in order to make it fit on the chassis. Wish me luck! If I screw this up... I’ll be buying a new hood. Lol

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Smiddy24 · 01-03-2019, 08:14 PM

The hood cut down, turned out great!! Ended up cutting off little by little to find the right angle on the cowl to match the hood. Man it looks good!

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WrenchMonkey · 01-05-2019, 05:17 AM

Crazy that your nose will be that short. My hood was stretched 5-6", and I'll be using every bit of that for engine bay space. Your setup will probably make for much better forward visibility. I worry about that some...

It's cool that your hood and cowl are both square enough that you can cut out ten inches (?) and they still line up. Mine are both tapered.

Smiddy24 · 01-06-2019, 07:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by WrenchMonkey

Crazy that your nose will be that short. My hood was stretched 5-6", and I'll be using every bit of that for engine bay space. Your setup will probably make for much better forward visibility. I worry about that some...

It's cool that your hood and cowl are both square enough that you can cut out ten inches (?) and they still line up. Mine are both tapered.

The hood is a little bit better to see out of compared to my old jeep. But while cutting the cowl and hood down, it took a decent amount of time to do. I was too afraid to cut too much out at a time, but it work out great! Plus it looks awesome!! I am more concerned with how I will be able to mount my headlights (If I can). We noticed that the grill is pretty much right next to the shock hoops.

Smiddy24 · 01-06-2019, 07:40 PM

Got a lot done this week/weekend! Got the axle/4link in, shocks mounted, steering wheel mounted, seats mounted, and started on the dash. My dad did a great job at making custom 4 link brackets for the upper links.

More to come this week/weekend. Maybe even start doing the wiring.

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Smiddy24 · 01-10-2019, 11:03 AM

May be able to get the jeep on all 4 tires this Friday/Saturday and start the wiring! After the wiring is done we will rebuild the trans, buy some headers, AN fittings for the water pump/lines for the radiator. Then it all comes down to the little things.. like some body panels, mounting the hood/cowl/windshield, etc.

Smiddy24 · 01-10-2019, 04:31 PM

Finally got a oil pan for the 6.0 today. Got this kit (2001 Camaro pan, gasket, and oil pump tube) from AutoZone. This kit runs $330 but luckily I talked them down to $170! Got a smokin’ deal and it even comes with the block off plate! Now time to install it, once I get the Jeep on the lift.

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Smiddy24 · 01-13-2019, 10:17 PM

Holy flex

wow! So impressed! Now down to the little things that take some time. Wiring, dash, rebuild the trans, gas tank mount, radiator/radiator fan, trans cooler, etc. But we are getting so close! Lots of progress made this week!

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Smiddy24 · 01-22-2019, 12:17 PM

Got some things done this past week. My dad made the brake assembly bracket. I made my panels for the interior dash. Now working on mounting the gas pedal, radiator and other stuff this week. Down to the little things! Hopefully next week I can take the transmission over to Kevin to have him rebuild it.

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11-11-2018, 06:54 PM	#26
Smiddy24 2019 Custom CJ7 Buggy - CORE Member - Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Fairfield, Ohio Posts: 448 Images: 72	Finally starting to see the bigger picture now. Pretty much got the frame done. Just need to weld it up and figure out how to do the upper front 4 links. Deciding whether to use the old 4 link brackets I have or cut into the frame and box it like my dads is. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ You got it" Last edited by Smiddy24; 11-12-2018 at 07:59 AM.

11-22-2018, 04:13 PM	#28
Smiddy24 2019 Custom CJ7 Buggy - CORE Member - Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Fairfield, Ohio Posts: 448 Images: 72	Buggy Build 2.0! We had to totally redesign the tube chassis today, since my dad switched computers and lost the original copy... But this design is similar with some adjustments. Overall width of the chassis is 67” (nerf bar to nerf bar) overall height is 42”. Total weight so far from Bend Tech, 470lbs. Can length is 59” wide to fit a Jeep cowl, and my original hood. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ You got it"

11-23-2018, 01:41 AM	#29
WrenchMonkey Mechanical Animal - CORE Member - - Moderator - Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Beechmont Posts: 1,883	Nice! I think I like this one even better... Where is the 42" height measured from? Bottom of the framerails, top of the rails, or from the nerf bars? I've been trying to get mine that low, but for reference my XJ is 46" from floor to roof inside, and I don't know if I can shave another four or five inches without hitting my head or stretching my legs straight out in front of me. __________________ DIRTY DEEDS, DONE DIRT CHEAP Whatever doesn't kill you makes you stranger

11-25-2018, 11:19 AM	#31
jeepmanjeff Ah Unz ze President! - CORE Member - - Moderator - Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Fairfield Ohio Posts: 588 Images: 343	Almost fully welded. We ran out of wire. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Keep them on all 4's

12-01-2018, 01:04 AM	#32
jeepmanjeff Ah Unz ze President! - CORE Member - - Moderator - Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Fairfield Ohio Posts: 588 Images: 343	Main nerf bar bent tonight. This will be the base point everything will be off of. We will set it tomorrow Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Keep them on all 4's

11-12-2018, 04:55 PM	#27
93 Krawler >>>PMC<<< - CORE Member - - Administrator - Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Ross, OH Posts: 2,069 Images: 1268	Lookin good.

12-01-2018, 04:45 PM	#33
Smiddy24 2019 Custom CJ7 Buggy - CORE Member - Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Fairfield, Ohio Posts: 448 Images: 72	Zach’s buggy build More progress made on the Jeep tube chassis! Got the main base of the chassis done. Tomorrow consists of getting the A and B Pillar! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ You got it"

12-03-2018, 12:34 PM	#34
Smiddy24 2019 Custom CJ7 Buggy - CORE Member - Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Fairfield, Ohio Posts: 448 Images: 72	More progress made yesterday. Got the A and B pillar up, followed by putting in the front “eyebrow” and V! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ You got it"

12-17-2018, 10:16 AM	#35
Smiddy24 2019 Custom CJ7 Buggy - CORE Member - Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Fairfield, Ohio Posts: 448 Images: 72	It’s been a little while since I’ve updated this thread. So I got the back X/B pillar done, did the front engine bay bars, also added the top V and a middle cross bar. Getting very close to the chassis being fully setup! Just need to weld everything that’s in now all together. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ You got it"

12-27-2018, 11:01 AM	#36
Smiddy24 2019 Custom CJ7 Buggy - CORE Member - Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Fairfield, Ohio Posts: 448 Images: 72	More progress made yesterday. My dad installed the front hoops while I was working. After I got off, we worked together and got the main rear hoop in and added on down bar. Today, I’m sure we will be able to get the other down bar in and work on the tailgate/bed. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ You got it"

12-27-2018, 11:40 AM	#37
93 Krawler >>>PMC<<< - CORE Member - - Administrator - Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Ross, OH Posts: 2,069 Images: 1268	Looking good guys. Starting to look like a buggy now. Sent from my S7 using Tapatalk

12-31-2018, 12:02 AM	#39
Smiddy24 2019 Custom CJ7 Buggy - CORE Member - Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Fairfield, Ohio Posts: 448 Images: 72	Wow, we’ve accomplished a lot in the past couple of days! Check out the progress, motor is mounted in! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ You got it"

12-31-2018, 11:45 AM	#40
93 Krawler >>>PMC<<< - CORE Member - - Administrator - Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Ross, OH Posts: 2,069 Images: 1268	You guys are hauling ass. It's amazing what you can accomplish if you don't have to go to work for a week. Sent from my S7 using Tapatalk

01-03-2019, 08:33 AM	#42
Smiddy24 2019 Custom CJ7 Buggy - CORE Member - Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Fairfield, Ohio Posts: 448 Images: 72	I just ordered some parts yesterday in order to get the tranny mounted and the axles in.. So, until those come in, I’ll be working on some body work (hood, Cowl and grill). Started yesterday by cutting down the CJ7 cowl. Had to do this because the hood + the cowl would of been way too long for the front of the chassis. While I worked on the cowl, my dad added a X up front to tie the shock hoops in for the leverage of the shocks, when those get mounted. Today consist of cutting down my hood as well. Overall length of the original CJ7 hood is 39 1/4. I have to cut off 5 inches in order to make it fit on the chassis. Wish me luck! If I screw this up... I’ll be buying a new hood. Lol Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ You got it"

01-03-2019, 08:14 PM	#43
Smiddy24 2019 Custom CJ7 Buggy - CORE Member - Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Fairfield, Ohio Posts: 448 Images: 72	The hood cut down, turned out great!! Ended up cutting off little by little to find the right angle on the cowl to match the hood. Man it looks good! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ You got it"

01-05-2019, 05:17 AM	#44
WrenchMonkey Mechanical Animal - CORE Member - - Moderator - Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Beechmont Posts: 1,883	Crazy that your nose will be that short. My hood was stretched 5-6", and I'll be using every bit of that for engine bay space. Your setup will probably make for much better forward visibility. I worry about that some... It's cool that your hood and cowl are both square enough that you can cut out ten inches (?) and they still line up. Mine are both tapered. __________________ DIRTY DEEDS, DONE DIRT CHEAP Whatever doesn't kill you makes you stranger

01-06-2019, 07:40 PM	#46
Smiddy24 2019 Custom CJ7 Buggy - CORE Member - Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Fairfield, Ohio Posts: 448 Images: 72	Got a lot done this week/weekend! Got the axle/4link in, shocks mounted, steering wheel mounted, seats mounted, and started on the dash. My dad did a great job at making custom 4 link brackets for the upper links. More to come this week/weekend. Maybe even start doing the wiring. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ You got it"

01-10-2019, 11:03 AM	#47
Smiddy24 2019 Custom CJ7 Buggy - CORE Member - Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Fairfield, Ohio Posts: 448 Images: 72	May be able to get the jeep on all 4 tires this Friday/Saturday and start the wiring! After the wiring is done we will rebuild the trans, buy some headers, AN fittings for the water pump/lines for the radiator. Then it all comes down to the little things.. like some body panels, mounting the hood/cowl/windshield, etc. __________________ You got it"

01-10-2019, 04:31 PM	#48
Smiddy24 2019 Custom CJ7 Buggy - CORE Member - Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Fairfield, Ohio Posts: 448 Images: 72	Zach’s buggy build Finally got a oil pan for the 6.0 today. Got this kit (2001 Camaro pan, gasket, and oil pump tube) from AutoZone. This kit runs $330 but luckily I talked them down to $170! Got a smokin’ deal and it even comes with the block off plate! Now time to install it, once I get the Jeep on the lift. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ You got it"

01-13-2019, 10:17 PM	#49
Smiddy24 2019 Custom CJ7 Buggy - CORE Member - Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Fairfield, Ohio Posts: 448 Images: 72	Holy flex wow! So impressed! Now down to the little things that take some time. Wiring, dash, rebuild the trans, gas tank mount, radiator/radiator fan, trans cooler, etc. But we are getting so close! Lots of progress made this week! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ You got it"

01-22-2019, 12:17 PM	#50
Smiddy24 2019 Custom CJ7 Buggy - CORE Member - Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Fairfield, Ohio Posts: 448 Images: 72	Got some things done this past week. My dad made the brake assembly bracket. I made my panels for the interior dash. Now working on mounting the gas pedal, radiator and other stuff this week. Down to the little things! Hopefully next week I can take the transmission over to Kevin to have him rebuild it. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ You got it"