First Off Road Test of the VF1000 Buggy

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  • Опубликовано: 21 окт 2024

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  • @bwxmoto
    @bwxmoto 5 лет назад +387

    Awesome buggy! But you upshift too much and then lug engine at pow rpm too much..
    It’s a motorcycle engine. It’s ok to run it over 3000 rpm, in fact lugging it around is actually worse for it. Rev it out man!

    • @jlucasound
      @jlucasound 5 лет назад +19

      It needs shaft drive, reverse, and lower gearing. (Hence the higher RPMS, which I agree are the friend of this engine).
      I love these V4s. Bitch to work on but smooth and powerful. Dual range trans would probably be a bit much, and probably not needed. I guess it depends on what he really wants to use it for. Where he is driving it now, I would opt for "Mountain Goat" ratio. Like the KTM 175 I rode in days of yore. First gear would make grandma yell, "Can't this go any faster? I can walk faster than this!" She had a "walker". With tennis balls for feet.

    • @matokuroi240
      @matokuroi240 5 лет назад +25

      He is afraid to rev it for some reason

    • @legro19
      @legro19 5 лет назад +8

      discontinued engine, no more part for it. This is why he got it for under 500$. this kind of engine brand new cost maybe 4000$ or more.

    • @johnmorris6308
      @johnmorris6308 5 лет назад +4

      Sooooo true man!

    • @dylanzrim1011
      @dylanzrim1011 5 лет назад

      jlucasound dual range trans, in this case would be interchangeable with a reverse gear.

  • @OliverMotorized
    @OliverMotorized 5 лет назад +64

    love how the wheel spin matches the frame-rate making it look like they are not rotating. amazing machine!

  • @BuildBreakRepeat
    @BuildBreakRepeat 5 лет назад +99

    Dang man...that thing was made for those trails! It’s definitely a big buggy but it looks way smaller when it’s out there. I think people thought it may have been too big just because of how it looked in the garage. Pretty sweet though, definitely would outperform some of the side by sides that cost 10k more than it 😂

    • @ratherBweldingChris
      @ratherBweldingChris  5 лет назад +19

      Build Break Repeat thanks man, I think everyone underestimates how tiny my shop/shed is.

    • @34bartm
      @34bartm 5 лет назад +8

      I would describe it as similar as a Razr but better because it has a 5 speed gear box.

    • @jlucasound
      @jlucasound 5 лет назад +2

      BBR!! Hey guys! Isn't he good? You guys are just as great. Love the Wankel! Epic. This Buggy is, I think, his best build yet. I see the weak point in chain final drive. I realize a shaft setup would be very involved. But, has that stopped either of you masters (Build Break Repeat and rather B welding) before?! :-) (Wishful thinking; I don't have to do the work). It would be a challenge. It would also provide the room for gear reduction. Hint, Hint. ;-) ;-) And reverse.

    • @Alpatriod
      @Alpatriod 5 лет назад

      34bartm not really to similar razer is 4x4

  • @kyhillbillys10
    @kyhillbillys10 5 лет назад +142

    Need to find a mr2 or Prius power steering pump. They go inline from the wheel to the rack and pinion and are fully electric. That would help keep the wheel under control in the rocks

    • @jerseyjfp
      @jerseyjfp 5 лет назад +4

      Hillbilly Noma great idea!! Really hope he does this!

    • @ratherBweldingChris
      @ratherBweldingChris  5 лет назад +56

      Hillbilly Noma already bought one a couple of days ago, installing it soon👍

    • @garfield1415
      @garfield1415 5 лет назад +15

      Congratulations your the first and only person I know who has referenced a prius without the sentence sucking!
      #GreatIdeaByTheWay

    • @Fantaman900
      @Fantaman900 5 лет назад +6

      Well.. also look up scrub radius. Having the pivot point next to the wheel means a lot of leverage.

    • @dylanzrim1011
      @dylanzrim1011 5 лет назад +2

      James Hughes just gotta turn when the car lets you.
      My older cars without power steering were a breeze to push hard once I drove it for a day. Why? Because you feel the road in your hands. You feel it trying to lose traction not just flat out losing it then shitting the bed.
      In this case it might be the right application. But the classic steering damper set up would do it surely

  • @oldmanriverrimington3442
    @oldmanriverrimington3442 5 лет назад +115

    Your plugs are loading up. Try to hit at least 10,000 rpm once in awhile. It's not a diesel.

    • @dragbikebam
      @dragbikebam 4 года назад

      it aint runnin ryt. did you see him push it to the floor in neutral ? it only wound to 8 and was slow gettin there. i have this bike and its a freakin beast!!!

  • @raypow296
    @raypow296 5 лет назад +25

    Thats a beast you will have to work your way to more extreme trails in that bro!! Awsome build not many people can say they built something that great

  • @jeeper426
    @jeeper426 5 лет назад +8

    This defines the "built not bought" principal, love this rig man, you've come a long way and this is definitely a build to be proud of

    • @carsonfarist8590
      @carsonfarist8590 Год назад

      I just have to say hallelujah praise GOD I’m saved and going home!!!! If you are not turn to the LORD and have all!!! GOD bless!!!! Keep doing for the LORD your work doesn’t go unnoticed amen hallelujah praise GOD

  • @colhartacademy781
    @colhartacademy781 5 лет назад +7

    What a good friend for helping you film. Cool project !

  • @tinkerne-round4079
    @tinkerne-round4079 5 лет назад +226

    You don't need a bigger motor looks like your lugging it most of the time. Rev it on up some. Let it smoke a little.

    • @xavierthomas1980
      @xavierthomas1980 5 лет назад +15

      Indeed, unless he is using very little throttle, in which case it would be hypermiling (ie economizing gas). Don't lug your engine people, it is not good for them.

    • @morgato4200
      @morgato4200 5 лет назад +8

      @@chaseware3181 motors arent just electric.

    • @nickkaarslev290
      @nickkaarslev290 5 лет назад +4

      @@chaseware3181 lyric country go anoy someone else. Yeah he doesnt give it a ton of throttle but hes just trying to be safe since its litterally impossible to get spare parts for it.

    • @rxraider4778
      @rxraider4778 5 лет назад +7

      @@chaseware3181 oh wow you are actually 1 of those lames that goes around correcting everyone, most likely cause you're stupid and only know 1 thing an stuck on repeat. You did this on every comment that made a mistake, if you wanted ppl to learn you wouldn't be a smart ass about it therefore you're just a punk trying to prove ppl wrong.

    • @EDesigns_FL
      @EDesigns_FL 5 лет назад +6

      @@chaseware3181 It astonishing and sad reading your ignorant rants. You really should know the definitions before you erroneously attempt to correct others.
      Here's something for you to thing about: outboard motors, not outboard "engines". OMC = Outboard MOTOR Corporation, and they don't make electric motors, dumbass.

  • @Redneckmfg
    @Redneckmfg 5 лет назад +1

    Bad Azz Build !!! Great Ride !!! thanks for taking us along !!!

  • @34bartm
    @34bartm 5 лет назад +39

    In motorcycle dragracing, we would clean then cover the master link in silicone to prevent it from popping off.

    • @AlphaMachina
      @AlphaMachina 5 лет назад +4

      Yep ^ this actually works.

    • @morgato4200
      @morgato4200 5 лет назад +2

      Like the silicone in a tube? Wouldn't that un balance the chain

    • @jlucasound
      @jlucasound 5 лет назад

      That is awesome. Silicone is so versatile. Thanks 34.

    • @lsh3rd
      @lsh3rd 5 лет назад

      I assumed this was a silly con!

    • @JTwelder.
      @JTwelder. 5 лет назад

      I that with my dirt bikes masterlink too I didn’t know if anyone else did!

  • @8bit711
    @8bit711 2 года назад

    The best thing going down the hill is your smile! can feel it the whole vid from Australia!

  • @josephfox1192
    @josephfox1192 5 лет назад +23

    THIS IS WHAT WE ALL BEEN WAITING ON, CONGRATULATIONS TO YOU, THIS IS ANOTHER SUCCESSFUL PROJECT FROM RATHER BE WELDING, THANKS FOR THE AWESOME CONTENT, JOEY FROM STATESVILLE NC

  • @chiefpepdesign
    @chiefpepdesign 5 лет назад

    Man what a complaing on how you drive down here. I see a big smile on your face, you are having a blast! That's what counts. And it's your buggy, your design and you decide how you like to ride it. Go and have fun! Great build!

  • @chuckcansler2314
    @chuckcansler2314 5 лет назад +5

    I am really impressed. I think you did a really awesome job.

  • @BUILDNIGHT
    @BUILDNIGHT 5 лет назад

    Very cool, Chris! There’s no better feeling for a builder than when he can see his creation working as he drives it... The articulating suspension, the shifting mechanism, the steering components, etc.... such a cool feeling of achievement, especially when it doesn’t break! I always remember my first rides each time I complete a build.

  • @gypsydangerlcmoffroad8750
    @gypsydangerlcmoffroad8750 5 лет назад +12

    Time to bring that amazing machine to the Ocala National Forest utv trails💯

  • @shawnsessa8730
    @shawnsessa8730 5 лет назад +1

    I'm not sure what's more satisfying, watching you build it or drive it!? Awesome job!!

  • @theirishaxe9405
    @theirishaxe9405 5 лет назад +41

    Good job man 💪👍 this buggy is awesome! Instead of painting it like everyone expects you should rhino line the whole chassis!

    • @willtrautman6243
      @willtrautman6243 5 лет назад +3

      Please dont

    • @kevinpavone3504
      @kevinpavone3504 5 лет назад +1

      Polish and clear coat it in epoxy resin used for table and bar tops to show off the welds.

    • @jacobbrown6337
      @jacobbrown6337 5 лет назад +2

      Mix the bed liner and some olive green paint and paint it

    • @onestrangeone2499
      @onestrangeone2499 5 лет назад

      @@kevinpavone3504 exactly

    • @chadb2077
      @chadb2077 5 лет назад

      John Smith fuck rhino like use line x

  • @1calew
    @1calew 4 года назад +1

    Spotted my truck in the parking lot! I remember talking to you that day. Awesome build!

  • @troyradioboy
    @troyradioboy 5 лет назад +33

    Shock absorber for the steering. Like a damper that street bikes have. Should help keep the wheel from yanking out of your hand. And keep your thumbs out of the wheel in those scenarios. Hurts real good when it spins around and bend them backwards.

    • @Eury9819
      @Eury9819 5 лет назад

      was thinking the same or go for some kind of electric power steering

    • @TerraRoot
      @TerraRoot 5 лет назад +3

      100% this idea, power steering is unnecessary for this machine

    • @fullmetaljacket7
      @fullmetaljacket7 5 лет назад +1

      The KPI is completely off and he knows that already, people pointed that out in one of the build videos. That's why the steering is punishing him like that.

  • @toddkmj26
    @toddkmj26 5 лет назад

    The smile on your face the whole time is the best part. Makes it all worth it awsome build bud!

  • @bastholio
    @bastholio 5 лет назад +9

    One of the most impressive builds on RUclips :) Excellent work!!!!

  • @kevinpavone3504
    @kevinpavone3504 5 лет назад

    I've been watching your creations since you built your own lathe. I may have enjoyed that first ride almost as much as you. Through all the trials and tribulations you just kept moving forward scrapping things that did'nt come out as expected and improvising and inventing new ones that do. Excellent work man You earned every smile all the way up and down that mountain. Well Done!

  • @hrsey71
    @hrsey71 5 лет назад +169

    the theme of this build..
    "it kinda barely fits"

  • @petercarlboer2793
    @petercarlboer2793 5 лет назад

    Great machine dude! The smile on your face tells the whole story, it says you are surprised at how well your design and work are working

  • @MrOnegesius
    @MrOnegesius 5 лет назад +22

    1st thing you learn when off-roading is to keep your thumbs out of the steering wheel; saves broken thumbs later.

    • @BGTouge
      @BGTouge 4 года назад

      What, why?

    • @BC-tn5ss
      @BC-tn5ss 4 года назад +2

      If a wheel slams into an object and rotates the steering wheel quickly, yo thumb will be in the way of all that projection

  • @GodschildinNC
    @GodschildinNC 5 лет назад

    Great build!!! Watch your thumbs, keep them out of the inside of the wheel. Make sure the cooling fan is running. Take it to Busco beach and let it run wide open!!!

  • @Killansias
    @Killansias 5 лет назад +13

    Be carefull with your thumbs bro, keep them out the wheel, you could break them if not! awesome machine, perfect for those trails!!!

  • @niiimbus
    @niiimbus 5 лет назад

    Just some things i noticed.. Electric steering servo pump (prius,mr2,volvo v50..etc). Saw someone else comment the same thing. FANS! You need fans for your radiator, and a electric cooling pump. The added load from the weight will require better cooling! The rest of the build was awesome. Great job!
    Edit: saw the radiatorfan

  • @LowGearMedia
    @LowGearMedia 5 лет назад +11

    Just a suggestion for the rear suspension and limiting straps.
    I noticed that you are hitting the limiting straps over mild soft bumps causing your suspension to stop way too soon, this at high speed bumps can cause your rear to bounce around and causes poor if not dangerous handling. Try mounting the top of the rear coilovers lower and loosen the top collar to get the same ride height but more down travel. You have huge coils and should be able to keep those rear wheels on the ground unless you are hitting jumps.
    Other than that and the "break your wrist" steering this build turned out great. Keep it up.

    • @kx519
      @kx519 5 лет назад +2

      He really needs to lose the upper coils and go with a pillow soft tender spring. And raise the overall height a few inches as well.
      The front seems to work great though. The geometry is far more reasonable.

    • @spaceybard1655
      @spaceybard1655 5 лет назад +2

      Agreed them shocks have alot of travel so why not use it

    • @B450R
      @B450R 5 лет назад +1

      Agree. But first I'll say that's a huge smile on your face sir. Good win, good proper shake down run. Congrats on that. The smaller kinks will get worked out, no stressing on those, and no stressing on YT comments. The steering rack might need more ratio so you can control the wheel more. It might also need a steering stabilizer like ATVs use. I have a Denton stick style, that might be easiest to mount for your application. I'm not going to fake knowing more about steering stuff, just spitting those two ideas out there.
      As for the suspension, I agree with these guys and attach myself to their remarks in hopes you see them. Your ride height shouldn't be where the shock is now. It really should be centered in the shock stroke, or less. Yes, this would mean working on mounting and yes that would suck, but this rig is worth it. Properly weighted coils and centered shocks would help even more with your overall ride feel. You think it rides good now, spend the extra video centering the shocks. Everyone can wait, you are in it for the long haul.
      Can you cut the drive chain shorter?
      Stripped it down after the upper shock relocation and more shake down runs, paint or powdercoat the frame clear. Sucker looks great as is. Thumbs up. Freaking good on you dude.

  • @MiniLuv-1984
    @MiniLuv-1984 5 лет назад

    Wow, just wow! The smile on your face says it all. Those straps are limiting suspension travel when you go around corners - that is a fantastic side effect - keeps it flat around corners.

  • @lucasalling420
    @lucasalling420 5 лет назад +3

    Absolutely amazing build he deserves way more subscribers

  • @Raptor-700R
    @Raptor-700R 5 лет назад +1

    Some bigger back tires would do this thing justice but over all i would call that a success. Awesome job it turned out great, brw the enjoyment in your facial expression says it all....great vid

  • @crystaldragon141
    @crystaldragon141 5 лет назад +8

    You should add a secondary transmission with a High, Low, and reverse. That would give you more flexibility and torque on the trails and more speed on the road. Plus you could add a reverse gear while you're at it.

    • @stamlight4
      @stamlight4 5 лет назад +1

      He wanted to have one but he was not able to find one.

    • @crystaldragon141
      @crystaldragon141 5 лет назад +1

      @@stamlight4 I was thinking he should build one. Obviously easier said than done but it could be cool. Regardless he did a fantastic job on it.

  • @Glenda-rg4pj
    @Glenda-rg4pj 5 лет назад +1

    I'm honestly very impressed! You really know how to build a quality machine!

  • @zzord
    @zzord 5 лет назад +3

    I'm glad to see that it went so well. Great job man!

  • @dbfmentertainment9528
    @dbfmentertainment9528 5 лет назад

    Your building skills are truly inspiring. It must feel awesome having something so much cooler than the proliferation of RZR's you see on the trails. That is the coolest buggy I've ever seen, you should be very proud of your work!

  • @88s10Durango
    @88s10Durango 5 лет назад +3

    Cool day !!!
    rad fan
    6 pack of chain master links
    lower the rear top shock mounts 6 inchs
    move the gas line away from engine
    Front brakes added
    snowmobile reverse gear box
    Overall you have a great unit ,, :) cheers !

  • @romaz3053
    @romaz3053 4 года назад

    Dude, the smile doesn't go away when you drive your buggy :)

  • @mattie3349
    @mattie3349 5 лет назад +21

    Take it the dunes and go
    Wild
    It’s barely broke a sweat

  • @smolwavingsnail9028
    @smolwavingsnail9028 5 лет назад

    I'd be tempted to put a full skid plate underneath myself and looks like it could do with a bigger radiator but the smile says it all you built a beastly machine looks like a lot of fun

  • @Cliff_Anderson
    @Cliff_Anderson 5 лет назад +5

    Nice job! Could use a steering damper to avoid the kickback through the steering wheel.

  • @DirtGearTv
    @DirtGearTv 5 лет назад +1

    Looks like a blast! You should find a way to get the fuel lines off off to the side so they are not even above the engine heat, or insulate. Gravity fuel systems are not immune to vapor lock

  • @joshnava862
    @joshnava862 5 лет назад +44

    That motor shouldn't have a main link type where it clips. It needs a pressed on link so that it doesn't pop off like it did. Fyi

    • @chaseware3181
      @chaseware3181 5 лет назад +4

      It's not a "MOTOR" smart guy. It's an engine a motor is electric while an engine is gas powered.

    • @adamr9215
      @adamr9215 5 лет назад +6

      LUCAS KELLY No, motor means electric, engine means either internal or external combustion.

    • @ryanrotten8595
      @ryanrotten8595 5 лет назад +5

      @LUCAS KELLY if you could not figure out what he meant your the dumbass .find a hobby loser

    • @jlucasound
      @jlucasound 5 лет назад +3

      OK. Calm down guys. I have had this argument before. Never reached a conclusion. Personal preference. I prefer not to call an internal combustion engine a motor. But technically, Lucas is right. (No, we are not related. Lucas is his first name). The fact of the matter is, he needs an "endless" chain. (Would need mods to install. I vote for a drive shaft). See what you started, Josh? ;-)

    • @morgato4200
      @morgato4200 5 лет назад +1

      @LUCAS KELLY air guns are powered by a "air motor". "motor" isnt exclusive to electric motors

  • @leadgindairy3709
    @leadgindairy3709 5 лет назад

    You are smiling ear to ear that whole ride! I would be too that thing is sick

  • @NoneyoBisniss
    @NoneyoBisniss 5 лет назад +3

    Looks great man! Good job. 💪
    Next build should be a dune buggy with dual motocross (motorcycle) tires all around!
    Doeeet!!!

  • @johnc6466
    @johnc6466 5 лет назад

    Tundras are awesome. The 5.7 has great power and reliability, not to mention great off-road. I have 350,000 miles on mine and the only thing i have replaced is a fuel pump 3 years ago.

  • @EdwardMurray06
    @EdwardMurray06 5 лет назад +8

    For a big heavy machine It handles and goes well! Nice job man, definitely a unique machine. Electric Power steering would be a very useful addition

  • @omniversling
    @omniversling 5 лет назад

    Really admire what you do without any help mate...you just get on with it..over and over and over. Kudos! ..that must have been a blast getting it out on a track, and outa 1st gear!...great build for something that you're making up as you go along. Lot's of good comments on here from other crew who noticed the carbs out of balance, the fuel tank as a heat sink, loom protection, chain being wrapped too tight around a 10 tooth sprocket then doubled back on the idler like that.. your framing looks great...next buggies are going to be supajuice!

  • @swimmer6890
    @swimmer6890 5 лет назад +4

    The proportions on this rig are hilarious...6” of wheel travel and a 36” long shock. Leg length would fit any normal 12 year old but your torso could be that is Shaq.

  • @fredericrike5974
    @fredericrike5974 5 лет назад

    Been sittin' out here in the bleachers, munchin' my popcorn- enjoyed the build, turns and all! Your winch idea was the bomb; a couple of operating tactics that could help would first, run your cable through the rollers that came with it- it will help laying the cable back on the reel evenly. Unevenly begs a cable foul- you can't reel out or in because it may wreck the cable, and two when you do the under the car and on- continue to run the cable through the rollers- that is the way the winch frame is best adapted to hold the strain. Third, if you aren't having fun why work so hard at it! A few bits and bobs and you've done it! BTW, the folks saying gear it to get a higher base rpm are spot on- that one isn't a 10k screamer, but it will cruise all day at 6k- and find a way to reroute the chain with less total free slack and gentler angles on and of the chain wheels! I still have more popcorn so I'll shut up ! Dynamite rig- just awesome- and it didn't spend it's first day in the park mostly broken- dynamite!

  • @albundyrocks2115
    @albundyrocks2115 5 лет назад +31

    chain breakage...you have too much chain wrapped around the driven sprocket...any room to drop your idler gear down and make a straighter angle? Lots of binding going on there

    • @SHSPVR
      @SHSPVR 5 лет назад +3

      No the master link fall off My guest had on backwards or wasn't clip on right

    • @albundyrocks2115
      @albundyrocks2115 5 лет назад +2

      @@SHSPVR I would suggest that you learn a little more about force transfer before just flatly disagreeing. Maybe work on your grammar as well...just sayin

    • @SHSPVR
      @SHSPVR 5 лет назад +4

      @@albundyrocks2115 I suggest you learn to watch the video he clearly said the master link come off as I been riding an repair motorcycle, cars, truck for all most 40 year

    • @albundyrocks2115
      @albundyrocks2115 5 лет назад +5

      @@SHSPVR you're right...that's what he said and that's what happened. I'm looking at the possible cause. I guess you know more though...I only have an engineering degree and 20 years experience at GM as a Senior Engineering Supervisor in charge of Global Assembly Plant tooling and design Standards. No need to reply

    • @MrArcticPOWER
      @MrArcticPOWER 5 лет назад +5

      His chain setup is pretty bad, but it has nothing to do with the master link falling off. But i guess you're too smart to admit beeing wrong.

  • @bend2829
    @bend2829 5 лет назад

    Awesome as always sir. I just finished an amazing project that hits the water running and want you to have the honor of seeing it first.

  • @calholli
    @calholli 5 лет назад +3

    The radiator I'm using on mine is a Honda CIvic radiator...... They are cheap and they cover more space- it works well you might try one like that. It looks very simple and does not look out of place at all....... search Ebay for "honda civic radiator" .. and look for the aluminum rad... it works great.

    • @takerkanefan108
      @takerkanefan108 5 лет назад

      He already got a new radiator for it, check it out on his instagram

    • @calholli
      @calholli 5 лет назад

      @@takerkanefan108 oh cool... Look up the one I was talking about... "honda civic radiator" .. on ebay....... it has an aluminum outside frame... it works great.

  • @sport1349
    @sport1349 4 года назад

    Chris working working working great respect for you

  • @Sithhy
    @Sithhy 5 лет назад +6

    Damn, I'm so jelaous of that buggy

  • @troycrowder9942
    @troycrowder9942 5 лет назад

    magnificent i am impressed you have made you're way right to the top of the pack and earned every step they can say what the want you are the champ you're buggy is the best that is a work of art congrats rather be welding you truly deserve your success

  • @freelanceriders
    @freelanceriders 5 лет назад +4

    i never use clip links haha. rivet links always hahaha.
    may need to adjust the idle screw being a carby. may be getting knocked around readjusting itself
    great work!

    • @88s10Durango
      @88s10Durango 5 лет назад

      mayby a bit , but the cooler gasoline enters the carb the better it will run ,, his fuel was boiling in the fuel line not gonna help it run .

  • @gsftom
    @gsftom 4 года назад

    Your mechanical skill is amazing. Amazing!

  • @calholli
    @calholli 5 лет назад +3

    You need to take that thing to the sand dunes... thats where it will really THRIVE... Just gear it up for higher speed.. get a nice set up paddles. and You got yourself a pretty sick dune buggy. .. Nice job..... I mean, you still havent even been able to open her up yet.... we're barely moving on these rough trails.............. You need your first dune experience-- I can't recommend it enough... Take a trip, I promise that it will be worth the long drive.

  • @1hipcrip771
    @1hipcrip771 5 лет назад

    Dude, your rig is killer! I bet it feels great knowing you created this whole project! Be proud of yourself!

  • @nicotietjen1468
    @nicotietjen1468 5 лет назад +3

    Good work boy!!!. From Argentina!!

  • @DragoWerx
    @DragoWerx 5 лет назад

    WOW, That suspension worked great!

  • @alvinguy567
    @alvinguy567 5 лет назад +4

    Are you running ethanol free gas? If not that's why fuel is boiling.

  • @hellonwheelz3317
    @hellonwheelz3317 5 лет назад

    Man, it did everything you wanted it to do. Fantastic build. You are very energetic and creative. I love watching your builds, and its even better when they are as successful as this one turned out. Could use an aluminum skid plate, a fan on the radiator, and permant link on the chain and it'll be bulletproof.

  • @leonardwalters154
    @leonardwalters154 5 лет назад +21

    If you pardon the pun looks like the weakest link was the first chain

  • @antonyndungu9969
    @antonyndungu9969 5 лет назад

    i love seeing it grow from scratch like just straight tube metals to the monster it is now...out of 10 i give it a 9.5....great job man..

  • @anthonyaguiar8919
    @anthonyaguiar8919 5 лет назад +24

    RUclips channel is called rather b welding,
    Should be called rather b shifting ! Boy loves shifting into the next gear too early

  • @Cavonny
    @Cavonny 5 лет назад

    FINALLY get to see it tested. Not many people can say they built something from scratch with some tires, shocks, and a motorcycle engine to trail ride in. The chain issue needs to get addressed, and I say get a bigger radiator for the heat issue, maybe. But if you go bigger you may need to figure someway of cooling the engine off quicker, no room for a waterpump I guess.

  • @vf555fotia7
    @vf555fotia7 5 лет назад +3

    you need to put the seat bell on the right way you have them on backwards

  • @darrylnicholson1640
    @darrylnicholson1640 5 лет назад +1

    You should be proud of your buggy looks like it handled that well enough. Seems it soaked up the bumps ok.I say that man deserves a beer..nice work.

  • @troymartin5511
    @troymartin5511 5 лет назад +3

    Need to do some work on that rear suspension, it shouldn't be hitting the limiting straps on every bump.

    • @MrMolderone
      @MrMolderone 5 лет назад +2

      Should of kept it where he first had it

  • @malcolmdaniels9616
    @malcolmdaniels9616 5 лет назад

    This is life.. Having the knowledge to build your own dunebuggy! Wish I know how to build one

  • @mauricedavis2905
    @mauricedavis2905 5 лет назад +4

    Keep your thumbs out of the wheel!!! And it needs more droop in the rear🤓

  • @Zzeke
    @Zzeke 4 года назад

    Wow that suspension works great. Awesome job!

  • @Trumplican
    @Trumplican 4 года назад +13

    redline it while she's still cold and bog it the rest of the day...

  • @JW-kj8zf
    @JW-kj8zf 5 лет назад +1

    Congrats on such a great build!
    Can’t wait to see that buggy somewhere you can open it up.

  • @dannynewman1891
    @dannynewman1891 5 лет назад +4

    I love this buggy..now please make a home made lift kit..portals or just a huge suspension lift..i know you can do it

  • @v8power561
    @v8power561 4 года назад +1

    This thing looks AWESOME!

  • @JM-mn4ph
    @JM-mn4ph 5 лет назад +3

    It needs taller tires for ground clearance. But otherwise a pretty awesome machine!

  • @trecedaves3159
    @trecedaves3159 5 лет назад

    Did great! I did notice the rear shocks rebound pretty slow. At least slower then the front. Pretty.easy fix. Busco beach!! You can open her up there

  • @Angel_the_Bunny
    @Angel_the_Bunny 5 лет назад +51

    wow you sure do drive um... "carefully" yeah lets go with careful. I mean slow btw

    • @draggonhedd
      @draggonhedd 5 лет назад +3

      Relax its a shakedown run. He's still getting comfortable with it.

    • @MrArcticPOWER
      @MrArcticPOWER 5 лет назад +15

      @@draggonhedd A "shakedown" run should be driving fast enough to find all the litle issues that need improvements. This wasnt a real shakedown run lol

    • @ayonbiswas4186
      @ayonbiswas4186 5 лет назад

      It was a first test. He was simply taking it slow to examine the system much better.

    • @joshuachamberlin1189
      @joshuachamberlin1189 4 года назад +1

      Angel Bunny tbh i would be flyin down that trial

  • @hotrods72
    @hotrods72 5 лет назад +1

    Nice build man..some small advice , on the master link , make sure the open end of the clip it facing to rear of direction it moving, or get a chain that has a braded link & forget the clip type ..good chain installed correct will do fine. Electric steering is way to go. And a front wheel drive trans axle can be a cheep reverse. Great job otherwise, It wont hurt to rev it a lil. Happy trails ..

  • @neolite1
    @neolite1 5 лет назад +16

    I can't handle how slow he drives it, felt like it was idling through the course. Step on the damn gas, the engine likes to rev it out.. It's a crosskart, not a touring kart.

    • @savannahbyrd5780
      @savannahbyrd5780 5 лет назад

      neolite1 maybe because his chain will come off if he rips it

    • @Andrew-hp1yj
      @Andrew-hp1yj 5 лет назад +5

      He needs bigger tires.

    • @neolite1
      @neolite1 5 лет назад +1

      @@savannahbyrd5780 Then I wonder, how do you think dirtbikes handles? The chain is supposed to be able to take a beating, and it's a finesse with not having it too tight or too loose.

    • @neolite1
      @neolite1 5 лет назад

      @@Andrew-hp1yj Sure, bigger tires for better traction for his comfy zone, however short wheels makes it low gravity center, which is perfect for not to worry about rolling easily. I'd say, still rip it.

  • @durangojohn714
    @durangojohn714 5 лет назад

    What an Awesome Rig RBW !
    Cant wait to see you paint it .
    An idea went through my mind when you get bored you should add led light strips in the interior so when you break down or want to eat in your rig pitch black you can see and around the engine bay so you can work on your buggy when you break down . The people in the Razor had that look like "where do you buy that at ?" Hands down wayy cooler than the razor in my opinion .

  • @utahspreadsthelove8627
    @utahspreadsthelove8627 5 лет назад +3

    Bring that thing to so. Utah. Ill show you some high speed stuff. Or rock crawling. Or really whatever. Offroad mecha

    • @utahspreadsthelove8627
      @utahspreadsthelove8627 5 лет назад

      And meth heads and offroad junkies like myself. Quite diverse now lmao.

  • @drewalsup9200
    @drewalsup9200 5 лет назад

    Man that thing is just so awesome great job. Cant wait to see it powder coated man get yourself an old oven and do parts yourself this thing deserves it and send the frame off. That honda is such a great sounding engine awesome project cooler than some of the side by sides even

  • @alyo3299
    @alyo3299 5 лет назад +3

    I am not sure but a a chain tencener that uses an spring insded of a bolt could help 🔩🤔🤔

    • @josephfox1192
      @josephfox1192 5 лет назад

      Yes that's what I was thinking earlier Videos back, spring loaded would help out 100%, at least I not the only one that was thinking that, he said he would consider it if he didn't work

  • @Dr_App
    @Dr_App 5 лет назад +1

    Thats a fine ass buggy! You really have talent at building buggies! I am building one myself, and i am almost ready to test drive it, so i know the amound of work and efford you have to put in such a build!
    I love your channel, and im always looking foreward to the next video!

  • @calholli
    @calholli 5 лет назад +4

    It's good to see you graduate away from those junky lawnmower motors... I hope you never go back. Japanese motorcycle engines are the way to go my friend. whether it's a 450 quad or a 1000cc R1 engine... or even a 250 2 stroke... again, I hope you never go back to those lawn mowers. lol.......... also, SnowMobile engines are next level... I'm running a buggy about like yours (2 seater) with a 500cc Rotax engine.. and it's great.... So get yourself a 500cc or bigger and you're golden.

  • @SamIam420
    @SamIam420 4 года назад

    Ditch the master link and use a proper chain break! And I love the fact that you have a toolbox on your rig with spare parts as well!👍

  • @esqueue
    @esqueue 5 лет назад +4

    Keyboard Mechanics: It is far too heavy.....You'll burn your clutch.....You'll strain your transmission....Your wheels are too small....My 6 months old child could drive better....Your hair will fall out
    Chris: Hold my stinger.
    Oh yeah, RIP to that guy who broke his neck @ 8:37

  • @Buzbikebklyn1
    @Buzbikebklyn1 4 года назад

    Great work, very nice.
    A radiator from a small car will help.
    The v4 1000 Honda is carrying alot more weight, and is pulling lower gearing.
    You have plenty of room on the frame behind your head.
    Probably enough for two fans and a small 4 core radiator will settle the over heating issue.
    Cool buggy!

  • @erautosales4997
    @erautosales4997 5 лет назад

    Incredible...I N C R E D I B L E build! Take into consideration also the fact that you don't have as much tools as some others that do all out fabrications of buggies and it's almost unbelievable what you do. All by yourself. You're my hero

  • @kerryhuston3669
    @kerryhuston3669 5 лет назад +1

    That's a great ride there hymen. You did a good job on it. It started smoking a bit. Taller tires on back. It wouldn t fit on tarilor with taller tires. Great job I like it.

  • @petemartus8876
    @petemartus8876 4 года назад

    I've been watching you since you started,and every machine that you build get better and better. And this latest machine is just awesome, you handled this trail with ease. And the only break down was the link on the chain broke.come on that just dont happen!your a great builder/fabricator/welder!

  • @okiefamily9244
    @okiefamily9244 5 лет назад

    Killer build, brother! You nailed it in my opinion. And it does kinda look like a mini rock bouncer.

  • @praveervikram
    @praveervikram 5 лет назад

    Very hard work done....also great patience. 👍

  • @skandalista1
    @skandalista1 4 года назад

    Good design, nice workmanship. I see it's hard to drive, that's why power steering is a great invention