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Dune Buggy Dolly Plans
Before you begin your buggy you will want to build a dolly. This will come in handy for holding the front end and rear end in position while you build your frame. It will also allow you the freedom to move your buggy around which is a great option when it comes time to clean the garage. It is also a nice break to work outside on a nice sunny day.
Dune Buggy Frame Dolly Material List
| 1 | 1.5" X 1.5" X 1\4" Angle Iron |
2@86.5" 4@28" 3@27.5" |
| 2 | Heavy Duty Caster Wheels | Each Wheel Must Be Rated For Over 150Lbs |
| 3 | 1.5 Diameter .065" Wall Tube | 10 Feet of 1.5 Diameter D.O.M or E.R.W Tube |
| 4 | Front End Clamps | Supplier & Part#_______________________ |
| 5 | Rear Torsion From A V.W Beetle | |
| 6 | Front End From A V.W Beetle |
STEP 1
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Start by welding the angle iron as follows, this will be the foundation for your dolly |
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You can use angle iron or tube |
STEP 2
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Add your caster wheels to the bottom of the frame as shown above |
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Make sure each wheel can handle over 150lbs |
STEP 3
| Add the front standoff posts and clamps first |
| After mounting the front end cut the rear standoffs so that the rear torsion is level with the front |
| Tack weld the rear torsion making sure it is level |
| Mount the front end first, then cut the rear supports so that the rear torsion is level |
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Check the centers for both the front beam and rear torsion before you begin your frame |
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For the front end mounts I used a set of V.W beam clamps |
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I tack welded the rear torsion to the dolly making sure it was level |
| Ask a buddy to help you, It is critical that the front beam and rear torsion are straight & level |
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