Forget my turbo pocket rocket idea, this is what I want to do. I was just wondering if anyone has made one and if they had any tips or pointers. Did you use plans to build yours or was it all off the top of your head? These things must be a blast to drive.

 

a friend and myself are looking to start building one soon....

here's a helpful link i found
http://jmhkarts.com/bullfrog/plans.html

 

I remember a year or so ago i saw a S2000 powered sand rail in a honda tuning mag looked like it would be a blast to drive i must agree i want one or two lol

 

defently might be fun but just like a quad or something.


there is a college kids thing kinda like FASE (SP) that goes on with these types of vehicles, saw it on monster garage the other night

 

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by slammed_93_hatch &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">defently might be fun but just like a quad or something.


there is a college kids thing kinda like FASE (SP) that goes on with these types of vehicles, saw it on monster garage the other night</TD></TR></TABLE>

SAE Mini Baja. The only thing is they're powered by tiny Briggs and Stratton engines that you can't modify.

 

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SAE Mini Baja. The only thing is they're powered by tiny Briggs and Stratton engines that you can't modify.</TD></TR></TABLE>

ya looked pretty fun

 

This site will tell you everything you need to know, and if you cant find it on the site, order a set of plans for $48 and then you'll know everything. It shows you how to build everything like the steering arms, spindles, etc. instead of paying big bucks to have the stuff machined. There fairlay simple to build as well. Tubing bender and notcher and a welder is about al you need. Good luck!
http://desertkarts.com/
Kyle

 

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SAE Mini Baja. The only thing is they're powered by tiny Briggs and Stratton engines that you can't modify.</TD></TR></TABLE>

Yup

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ya looked pretty fun
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And yup.

 

how did you guys fair against the cunucks

 

8th place at West, 5th place at Midwest, and 2nd place at East. Endurance results were 3rd at West and East, and the win at Midwest. Our design scores blew *** the whole year, just couldn't get the presentations right it seems, hence the 8th and 5th. Total for the year, 3rd in the world (ETS, Michigan, Auburn)

As for how we faired against the canardians, they drank our asses under the table after every event.


Modified by Goullish at 5:53 AM 11/11/2005

 

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by blueoval557 &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">This site will tell you everything you need to know, and if you cant find it on the site, order a set of plans for $48 and then you'll know everything. It shows you how to build everything like the steering arms, spindles, etc. instead of paying big bucks to have the stuff machined. There fairlay simple to build as well. Tubing bender and notcher and a welder is about al you need. Good luck!
http://desertkarts.com/
Kyle</TD></TR></TABLE>

That's actually where I got some of those pics from my initial post. I may order a set of their plans to get me started.

Is there any way to make a reverse gear while using a street bike motor?

Also, what kind of notchers is everyone using?

and for this project, would you recommend TIG or MIG?


Modified by JCDubya at 7:47 AM 11/11/2005

 

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by JCDubya &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Is there any way to make a reverse gear while using a street bike motor?</TD></TR></TABLE>

Yes, but it's very hard.

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by JCDubya &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Also, what kind of notchers is everyone using?</TD></TR></TABLE>

Mill, table clamped notchers (check HF), grinding wheels, die grinder for those odd angles

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by JCDubya &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">and for this project, would you recommend TIG or MIG?</TD></TR></TABLE>

TIG, but you can pull off MIG cheaper, especially if you go 1020.

 

I'm considering the Miller Dynasty 200 DX. Care to make any comments on that welder?

I'm getting psyched to fab up this kart. It's gonna get a set of bi-xenons too

 

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Goullish &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">8th place at West, 5th place at Midwest, and 2nd place at East. Endurance results were 3rd at West and East, and the win at Midwest. Our design scores blew *** the whole year, just couldn't get the presentations right it seems, hence the 8th and 5th. Total for the year, 3rd in the world (ETS, Michigan, Auburn)

As for how we faired against the canardians, they drank our asses under the table after every event.


Modified by Goullish at 5:53 AM 11/11/2005</TD></TR></TABLE>

hahahaha thats cool.

They should have the teams run the baja 1000, with those little things, start um last or around the bugs of course so they wouldn't get ran over.

 

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hahahaha thats cool.

They should have the teams run the baja 1000, with those little things, start um last or around the bugs of course so they wouldn't get ran over.</TD></TR></TABLE>

At an average speed of 28 mph, we would finish the race in 35.7 hours, with no extra pitstops or broken parts. That's 5.7 hours past the official time limit.

There are maybe 10 teams in the world who can hold that average speed for more than 4 hours. So that's 10 teams who can fail that well.

It would be ******* awesome to attempt though.


Modified by Goullish at 8:47 PM 11/13/2005

 

For notching...buy some steel...and build what I did. There was no way I was paying $550 for a bender that I could easily make at home. Its "my version" of the JMR Manufacturing notcher(www.jmrmanufacturing.com).
I got tired of not being able to notch the angles I needed with the harbor frieght one I had, so I scrapped the base of it and used the rest of the pieces for my newer notcher. I realize the vises and the bronze bushed guide sleeve isnt the greatest but I figured the notcher is easy enough to make, that when they wear out, I will order the nice ball bearing guide sleeve, and the better vise.
Heres some pictures:




Good Luck!
Kyle


Modified by blueoval557 at 7:54 PM 11/14/2005

 

i am really enjoying mini baja here at VT.

really want to goto the events in spring

 

Here's another source of excellent buggy plans. He also offers detailed plans for all sorts of fabrication equipment.

http://www.rorty-design.com/co...e.htm

 

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by JCDubya &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">I'm considering the Miller Dynasty 200 DX. Care to make any comments on that welder?</TD></TR></TABLE>

I'm a die hard miller fan, and the 200 is a step up from the 180 we use, which I love.

If you're going to buy a TIG welder, that's a damn good one to get.

 

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If you're going to buy a TIG welder, that's a damn good one to get.</TD></TR></TABLE>

I agree. I just spent a month welding on a 200DX in a class and instead of getting a used Synchrowave 180 I'm saving up for the Dynasty.

 

contact Mech Tech in Escondido. I know they build sand rails. They may be able to give you some help or tips.

 

Goullish did you go to the Mini Baja competition hosted by RIT last spring I think?

I've been think of joining the team here this winter.

 

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I've been think of joining the team here this winter.</TD></TR></TABLE>

Yup, I was there. Those 2 pictures of the full car, jumping and floating, are me at Palmyra.

 

I didn't realize it was floating at first. I thought it was just riding through deep water haha, that's awesome

I've had one guy recommend the 180SD over the Dynasty but you guys say go with the Dynasty. Hmmm, decisions decisions...

 

those look like alot of fun to build and drive. I saw some show i think it was on like discovery or somthing where they raced those