OUR 2009 KOH/XRRA have fun RIG

DOUG38S · 11-25-2008, 09:55 AM

I wanted something that I was really comfortable in like my last buggy with more HP/TQ and another gear with better cooling, steering and shocks. The KOH and XRRA season took a beating on the old moonbuggy and after 5 years we had to put it out to pasture and build something more apt to go fast and take the abuse. How our last car lived with .095 tubing and WE airshocks and a little rad I will never know....

Appalachian Offroad owner Mike Bosely has been a great motivator to get this sucker going and if you are out there and thinking about getting a chassis built I wouldnt hesitate to get something done.

I have so many people to thank that have come on board for 2009 to make this happen as well as our current sponsors I cannot begin to express my gratitude.

List:
2006 L33 5.3, performance tuned computer from Jims Performance. 350hp range
Hughes TH350 with big sprag gear
reverse shifted 3.0 atlas
New centers from Yukon regeared to 5.13. Detroits for the race, Detroit with ARB for XRRA
31x19 Rad from Custom Aluminum Radiators with Huge SPAL fans that put out 6000cfm. This rad is BLING!
2 Derale 14" coolers with fans for tranny and steering
New Pump/Res and race fluid from PSC. Thanks TOM!!!!!
PRP Comp Highback Seat, harnesses, and limiting straps
New autometer guages
Speedway Engineering sway bar
2.5" FOA Shocks with Resi's
Some really cool ideas about running a spare tire

Much respect to the Campbells as they have been a driving force in trying to catch them and for giving all the great advice.

Enjoy

DOUG38S · 11-25-2008, 09:57 AM

We basically have about a week into it.

Go2Guy · 11-25-2008, 10:39 AM

cool.. good luck will follow the build

looks like you like the patented Tracy Jordan driving position

gr8whytyj · 11-25-2008, 10:50 AM

Very nice! How are those 40" treps holding up?

DocRocks · 11-25-2008, 11:04 AM

Lookin pimp Doug.

What's the wheelbase?

spidr · 11-25-2008, 11:06 AM

I do like the lines on that chassis.
What's the target weight?

shoyrtt · 11-25-2008, 11:12 AM

Looks good Doug. Subscribed

bp95yj · 11-25-2008, 11:20 AM

Doug,

About time you post some pics.

Now get back to work

Mr. Rogers

will stop by soon to watch ya build

chris demartini · 11-25-2008, 11:29 AM

Looks good, see you in Gore.

RuggedRadios · 11-25-2008, 11:30 AM

Looks like itll be a sweet single seater!

backyard wrenchers · 11-25-2008, 11:35 AM

Its coming along nicely

broncolou · 11-25-2008, 11:44 AM

GEE,it was just 4 tubes sitting on the floor last time I was in there

Shakeout run in 2 weeks right........

Back to work

Sir Flipsalot · 11-25-2008, 11:46 AM

HEHE, Subscribed!

ne14jpn · 11-25-2008, 01:34 PM

Lookin good Doug

What is your target completion date??

jhama78 · 11-25-2008, 01:41 PM

Subscribed

Good luck Doug.

-j-rod

zachv · 11-25-2008, 02:14 PM

Get it, Doug. The East Coast crew will be pulling for you again this year.

:subscribed:

DOUG38S · 11-25-2008, 02:35 PM

Thanks for the nice comments guys.

Wheelbase is 105
target weight=dunno-it is what it is, more than I want but I have 160 more horse than the last motor
treps held up nicely in rockracing. I only got out twice to wheel with them on the buggy since our 2nd new addition
would like to have it done before Xmas and testing so it doesnt run into the new year. I feel pretty confident that we can get that done.

whypave · 11-25-2008, 02:52 PM

Congrats Doug,

On your advice I talked to PRP and got almost the exact same seats. They are a great company to work with. Got mine 2" extra tall and 23 wide with the Hydration packs sewn in the back. Got that tip from Lil' Rich.

Good luck getting the buggy done by Christmas and I can't wait to see it. Going at 100mph on the lake bed with your feet right out in front is gonna be interesting but I guess you are used to it.

DOUG38S · 11-25-2008, 06:22 PM

yeah should be an experience. See you on the 6th?

BlueTorch · 11-25-2008, 06:27 PM

Looking good. Let me know if you need anything from us. I cant wait. This year is going to be a blast.

Dan

DOUG38S · 11-25-2008, 06:45 PM

thanks Dan. I'll let you know. I'm sure there is something I havent thought of.

BlueTorch · 11-25-2008, 07:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DOUG38S

thanks Dan. I'll let you know. I'm sure there is something I havent thought of.

if you want to draft let me know our car is a little wider. Might help you out. Joking. I was refering more to the road trip out. I think we all are going to have a blast. I know I am looking forward to it. Hell it is just nice to be out in the shop building something for a change. To top it off I get to go play in the dirt when I get done. LOL what more could I ask for? See ya soon

dan

DOUG38S · 11-26-2008, 06:59 AM

ohh yeah the day after the comp was the best. the whole race I was saying I just drove 2600 miles I want to wheel for fun. doing those big sand hills and getting to meet my hero Tom Wayes

and tagging the mailbox was a very dear memory to me. nothing better than just flat out messing around and having fun. we'll definately wheel it til the wheels fall off on Saturday.

KacksterK5 · 12-01-2008, 05:08 AM

Lookin great Doug. Can't wait to see it in action

SirMrManGuy · 12-01-2008, 09:02 AM

Looks good, let me know if you need a thing or two machined for it... its on us.

11-25-2008, 09:55 AM	#1
DOUG38S Registered User Join Date: Feb 2003 Member # 17107 Location: Emmitsburg, MD Posts: 3,813	OUR 2009 KOH/XRRA have fun RIG I wanted something that I was really comfortable in like my last buggy with more HP/TQ and another gear with better cooling, steering and shocks. The KOH and XRRA season took a beating on the old moonbuggy and after 5 years we had to put it out to pasture and build something more apt to go fast and take the abuse. How our last car lived with .095 tubing and WE airshocks and a little rad I will never know.... Appalachian Offroad owner Mike Bosely has been a great motivator to get this sucker going and if you are out there and thinking about getting a chassis built I wouldnt hesitate to get something done. I have so many people to thank that have come on board for 2009 to make this happen as well as our current sponsors I cannot begin to express my gratitude. List: 2006 L33 5.3, performance tuned computer from Jims Performance. 350hp range Hughes TH350 with big sprag gear reverse shifted 3.0 atlas New centers from Yukon regeared to 5.13. Detroits for the race, Detroit with ARB for XRRA 31x19 Rad from Custom Aluminum Radiators with Huge SPAL fans that put out 6000cfm. This rad is BLING! 2 Derale 14" coolers with fans for tranny and steering New Pump/Res and race fluid from PSC. Thanks TOM!!!!! PRP Comp Highback Seat, harnesses, and limiting straps New autometer guages Speedway Engineering sway bar 2.5" FOA Shocks with Resi's Some really cool ideas about running a spare tire Much respect to the Campbells as they have been a driving force in trying to catch them and for giving all the great advice. Enjoy __________________ Doug Bigelow IronClad Energy, Mopar Super Center, Appalachian Offroad, Maxxis, Bulldog Winch, Raceline, PSC, Custom Aluminum Radiators, FOA, Yukon Axle, Tom Woods, PRP, Baja Designs, Stage 8, Everlast Welders, Powertank, Air Dominion LLC, Rock Racing Batteries Code: http://www.accessarmy.com Last edited by DOUG38S; 11-25-2008 at 10:04 AM.

11-25-2008, 09:57 AM	#2
DOUG38S Registered User Join Date: Feb 2003 Member # 17107 Location: Emmitsburg, MD Posts: 3,813	We basically have about a week into it. __________________ Doug Bigelow IronClad Energy, Mopar Super Center, Appalachian Offroad, Maxxis, Bulldog Winch, Raceline, PSC, Custom Aluminum Radiators, FOA, Yukon Axle, Tom Woods, PRP, Baja Designs, Stage 8, Everlast Welders, Powertank, Air Dominion LLC, Rock Racing Batteries Code: http://www.accessarmy.com

11-25-2008, 10:39 AM	#3
Go2Guy Zeus of the Sluice Join Date: Jun 2002 Member # 12158 Location: Lowell, AR Posts: 3,849	cool.. good luck will follow the build looks like you like the patented Tracy Jordan driving position __________________ Ken Blume Rock Rod Racing Team #192 Thanks to our partners Maxxis Tires, Allied Wheel, Tom Woods Custom Driveshafts, Ramsey Winch, Rokit Enterprises, Yukon Gear, Viair, Edge Perf., Sam's Off-road, Branik Motorsports, PRP seats

11-25-2008, 10:50 AM	#4
gr8whytyj Granite Guru Join Date: Aug 2005 Member # 52005 Location: B-more Posts: 543	Very nice! How are those 40" treps holding up? __________________ NJXOR team 211-The breadtruck haulin buns East coast rec wheeling legend KOH team 921 chef

11-25-2008, 11:04 AM	#5
DocRocks doc on the rocks Join Date: Jan 2004 Member # 26496 Location: Atl Posts: 1,058	Lookin pimp Doug. What's the wheelbase? __________________ Ken Mercer Mercer Motorsports RockSports Team #770 www.mercermotorsports.com 2010 KOH Team #770 Mercer - Dixon Racing

11-25-2008, 11:06 AM	#6
spidr King of Booty Fab Join Date: Oct 2005 Member # 55444 Location: Vancouver Island Posts: 3,808	I do like the lines on that chassis. What's the target weight? __________________ Karnage Fabworks K5---5 Ton Rockwell Thread---Dual Transmissions TTC 2010 Hopeful Anyone want to donate some stuff so I can finish in time? But seriously.............

11-25-2008, 11:12 AM	#7
shoyrtt Registered User Join Date: Mar 2004 Member # 28878 Location: SoCal Posts: 1,134	Looks good Doug. Subscribed

11-25-2008, 11:20 AM	#8
bp95yj Sawzall Me Timbers! Join Date: Oct 2004 Member # 36471 Location: Maryland Posts: 496	Doug, About time you post some pics. Now get back to work Mr. Rogers will stop by soon to watch ya build __________________ Brandon Appalachian Offroad Westminster, Maryland 410-848-2942 95 yj, 104" wb (waggy front and 4 link rear), stock 4.0L, sm465, 4.3 atlas, hp 60, 14bolt, detroits and 5.38's, 39" krawlers on allieds

11-25-2008, 11:29 AM	#9
chris demartini Registered User Join Date: Sep 2000 Member # 1636 Posts: 4,316	Looks good, see you in Gore.

11-25-2008, 11:30 AM	#10
RuggedRadios Rugged Race Products Join Date: Oct 2008 Member # 122268 Location: San Luis Obispo, CA Posts: 621	Looks like itll be a sweet single seater! __________________ Matt - Rugged Race Products 1-888-541-RACE Matt@RuggedRadios.com www.RuggedRaceProducts.com Chase/Race Radios & Wired/Blown Helmets for KOH! Rugged Radios CHEAP JEEP BUILD! NEW Street Legal Cell Phone Headset

11-25-2008, 11:35 AM	#11
backyard wrenchers maryland creepers Join Date: Nov 2006 Member # 81935 Location: maryland,md Posts: 670	Its coming along nicely __________________ Keen Motorsports #125 Thanks to our sponsors: Appalachian Offroad Inc and Clayton Offroad Manufacturing

11-25-2008, 11:44 AM	#12
broncolou Rock God Join Date: Jan 2004 Member # 26750 Location: Parkton MD Posts: 1,477	GEE,it was just 4 tubes sitting on the floor last time I was in there Shakeout run in 2 weeks right........ Back to work __________________ Lou EB Buggy Pro Mod Class #231 RCrocks/KOH/Line Mtn Series WWW.INVISIBLEGLASS.COM www.EXTREMEAXLESALES>COM WWW.INTERCOTIRE.COM WWW.RC4X4.ORG WWW.Broncolouracing.com WWW.earlybroncos.com www.ultimate-air.com

11-25-2008, 11:46 AM	#13
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11-25-2008, 01:34 PM	#14
ne14jpn Granite Guru Join Date: Feb 2005 Member # 42619 Location: Scranton, PA / Cumberland, MD Posts: 669	Lookin good Doug What is your target completion date?? __________________ -Erik Miller Miller Motorsports #921: -010' KOH Thanks to: Marko Customs, BFGoodrich Tires, Poly Performance, Spidertrax, North Jersey Jeep Club, The Axle Exchange, CTM, PSC Steering

11-25-2008, 01:41 PM	#15
jhama78 nice roach. Join Date: Feb 2001 Member # 3377 Location: Eastern Shore, Va Posts: 2,924	Subscribed Good luck Doug. -j-rod __________________ -j-rOd 85 Roach Build Thread 84 Yota POS semi retired 85 Yota Trail Roach 108:1 85 SR5 xcab Quad Hauler 85 GMC C3500 Dually Tow Hoe 92 2wd yoter xcab fuel miser Nobody ever lays on their deathbed wishing they'd spent more time at work...

11-25-2008, 02:14 PM	#16
zachv Zeus of the Sluice Join Date: Nov 2001 Member # 8108 Location: SCHUYLKILL HAVEN, PA Posts: 2,558	Get it, Doug. The East Coast crew will be pulling for you again this year. :subscribed: __________________ Have a great day!!! Zach Vaughn. AtoZ Fabrication, Inc. 570-385-3931--shop 570-385-3932--fax MADE IN AMERICA---and proud of it!!! Now scheduling cage/custom work so call now to get on the calendar. CHECK OUT OUR DIY FAB PARTS FOR SALE!! We also offer the best prices available on: Advance Adapters KMC beadlocks wheels Clayton Offroad Suspension Amsteel Winchline and accessories Staun beadlocks and deflators

11-25-2008, 02:35 PM	#17
DOUG38S Registered User Join Date: Feb 2003 Member # 17107 Location: Emmitsburg, MD Posts: 3,813	Thanks for the nice comments guys. Wheelbase is 105 target weight=dunno-it is what it is, more than I want but I have 160 more horse than the last motor treps held up nicely in rockracing. I only got out twice to wheel with them on the buggy since our 2nd new addition would like to have it done before Xmas and testing so it doesnt run into the new year. I feel pretty confident that we can get that done. __________________ Doug Bigelow IronClad Energy, Mopar Super Center, Appalachian Offroad, Maxxis, Bulldog Winch, Raceline, PSC, Custom Aluminum Radiators, FOA, Yukon Axle, Tom Woods, PRP, Baja Designs, Stage 8, Everlast Welders, Powertank, Air Dominion LLC, Rock Racing Batteries Code: http://www.accessarmy.com

11-25-2008, 02:52 PM	#18
whypave Smiley Racing Join Date: Mar 2004 Member # 28177 Location: Southwestern, CT Posts: 992	Congrats Doug, On your advice I talked to PRP and got almost the exact same seats. They are a great company to work with. Got mine 2" extra tall and 23 wide with the Hydration packs sewn in the back. Got that tip from Lil' Rich. Good luck getting the buggy done by Christmas and I can't wait to see it. Going at 100mph on the lake bed with your feet right out in front is gonna be interesting but I guess you are used to it. __________________ Smiley Racing - Team 609 6th Place RC Rocs race 9/2009 10th Place RC Rocs race Nov 7th at RC again Building a new buggy at Liquid Iron Industries for 2010 Thanks to: Crane Hi Clearance DJ Safety MasterPull BFGoodrich PRP Seats Tom Guaraldo RIP!

11-25-2008, 06:22 PM	#19
DOUG38S Registered User Join Date: Feb 2003 Member # 17107 Location: Emmitsburg, MD Posts: 3,813	yeah should be an experience. See you on the 6th? __________________ Doug Bigelow IronClad Energy, Mopar Super Center, Appalachian Offroad, Maxxis, Bulldog Winch, Raceline, PSC, Custom Aluminum Radiators, FOA, Yukon Axle, Tom Woods, PRP, Baja Designs, Stage 8, Everlast Welders, Powertank, Air Dominion LLC, Rock Racing Batteries Code: http://www.accessarmy.com

11-25-2008, 06:27 PM	#20
BlueTorch Jason@Bluetorch Join Date: Oct 2002 Member # 14529 Location: Alabama Posts: 4,149	Looking good. Let me know if you need anything from us. I cant wait. This year is going to be a blast. Dan __________________ Blue Torch FabWorks, Inc. 205-521-7333 http://www.bluetorchfab.com MYSPACE http://www.myspace.com/bluetorchfab Superior Axle www.superioraxle.com

11-25-2008, 06:45 PM	#21
DOUG38S Registered User Join Date: Feb 2003 Member # 17107 Location: Emmitsburg, MD Posts: 3,813	thanks Dan. I'll let you know. I'm sure there is something I havent thought of. __________________ Doug Bigelow IronClad Energy, Mopar Super Center, Appalachian Offroad, Maxxis, Bulldog Winch, Raceline, PSC, Custom Aluminum Radiators, FOA, Yukon Axle, Tom Woods, PRP, Baja Designs, Stage 8, Everlast Welders, Powertank, Air Dominion LLC, Rock Racing Batteries Code: http://www.accessarmy.com

11-26-2008, 06:59 AM	#23
DOUG38S Registered User Join Date: Feb 2003 Member # 17107 Location: Emmitsburg, MD Posts: 3,813	ohh yeah the day after the comp was the best. the whole race I was saying I just drove 2600 miles I want to wheel for fun. doing those big sand hills and getting to meet my hero Tom Wayes and tagging the mailbox was a very dear memory to me. nothing better than just flat out messing around and having fun. we'll definately wheel it til the wheels fall off on Saturday. __________________ Doug Bigelow IronClad Energy, Mopar Super Center, Appalachian Offroad, Maxxis, Bulldog Winch, Raceline, PSC, Custom Aluminum Radiators, FOA, Yukon Axle, Tom Woods, PRP, Baja Designs, Stage 8, Everlast Welders, Powertank, Air Dominion LLC, Rock Racing Batteries Code: http://www.accessarmy.com

12-01-2008, 05:08 AM	#24
KacksterK5 Granite Guru Join Date: Jul 2001 Member # 5851 Location: Harford County, MD/Norfolk, VA Posts: 739	Lookin great Doug. Can't wait to see it in action __________________ "If you ain't first, you're last" 86 4Raisin A bunch of stuff under it 02 Chevy 2500 HD Tow Rig Last edited by KacksterK5; 12-01-2008 at 05:09 AM.

12-01-2008, 09:02 AM	#25
SirMrManGuy Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Member # 23566 Location: Reisterstown, MD Posts: 958	Looks good, let me know if you need a thing or two machined for it... its on us. __________________ 95 Nissan Pathfinder, D44 front/H233 rear, dual ARBs, 4.56s, 36 Iroks

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