I need some Dune Buggy advice.?

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Im considering getting a dune buggy for my family.  Im looking to avoid home made "cheesy" dune buggies.  I want to know what to look for in seeking out a buggy that has a solid engine/tranny/clutch combo that is recognized as that is necessary for a legit buggy.  I need decent handling on the street and off road with enough suspension to keep from beating me to death.  I would like to know what to avoid as well as what I need to look for. Im not really looking for a high performance machine or a racer.  Just a good solid overall buggy.  Would 4,000-5,000 dollars put in something like that?  I dont know what questions to ask really;

Wheel base?

1600 cc?

Clutch?

Tranny?

Seat belt and seat arrangement?

Seats?

Fuel tank material?

Etc.  thank you so much,
Joe

Anonymous · Accepted Answer

Here is a quality buggy. 
http://www.northerntool.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_6970_200356855_200356855

All you need now is an engine. I'd go for an 11hp. They have them cheap at Harbor Freight Tools. I bought one and it works great for my go-kart.
http://www.harborfreightusa.com/usa/itemdisplay/displayItem.do?itemid=96154

After that you'd need a clutch.
http://host179.ebm.bestsoftwarehost.com/IW_Products.m4p.pvx?;MULTI_ITEM_SUBMIT

Then, all you'd need is a chain.

D B · Answer

Check here they have everything

http://www.dunebuggy.com/shop/index.mp?szAction=showCatalog&szMethod=VENDOR&iShopVendorID=114

or here 
http://www.racingjunk.com/category/1119/Off_Road_Racing.html

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I need some Dune Buggy advice.?

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