Hawk Eye Buggies

Hawk Eye Buggies

USA

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Outdoor recreation is always more fun with a dune buggy. This type of vehicle has an open chassis and wide tires that make it suitable for sandy terrain. It is usually found on beaches and desserts where its geometry allows excellent navigation. People can avail of ready-made models or have their own designs built into reality. Custom dune buggies can be made in different ways but the objectives are largely the same. The primary goal is to boost the power-to-weight ratio as much as possible. Safety features and conveniences can be added as well. Some buggies are designed to tackle a mixture of terrain and not just soft sand.

Vehicle Alteration

In this approach, everything starts with an existing car which is then modified to the customer's wishes. Lots of early buggies were made from the legendary Volkswagen Beetle and the result was affectionately called The Bug. This is precisely why this sort of vehicle is now called a buggy. The Beetle is ideal for a number of reasons including the rear engine positioning which shifts the weight towards the back. This improves traction for rear-driven wheels. Air cooling and the lack of a radiator make modifications simple. Possible points of failure are eliminated. Beetles are also low-cost options with easy to access spare parts. The modified shell can be made using a press brake machine. The metals and materials of these shells can differ depending on your desired design. Heavier metals tend to be stronger but reduce speed, so it can be a challenge to find the right weight to strength ratio.