The Scoobygator... A work in progress

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I thought I might try throwing my two cents worth into the project forum.  Here are a few pictures of the Scoobygator.  It's powered by a Subaru 4WD drive train and the rest is my design.  When done it will have two seats, a dump bed, a roll cage and a movable winch among other features.  To see a more complete description of the project and how it's going visitwww.pvpmedia.com/sg.htm Attached ImagesDave B.E-MAIL:  [email protected] PAGES:  www.wfmservice.comwww.rides4rides.comwww.pvpmedia.com/53f100.htmDad always said, "If it ain't broke, don't fix it."I say, We can make it better.
Reply:Dave - very cool and ingenious use of a subby drive train. Thanks for sharing.John -  fabricator extraordinaire, car nut!-  bleeding Miller blue! http://www.weldfabzone.com
Reply:Originally Posted by MicroZoneDave - very cool and ingenious use of a subby drive train. Thanks for sharing.
Reply:That thing is sweet, nice job.
Reply:Great project... Nice work.
Reply:I like that .. Could be a real ranch rig too.
Reply:That my bud is AWESOME!You do know that they also make 2" Subaru lift kits right?  Would make a Rhino look goofy.  Gad, could pick a used Soob for something like $800 in good mech condition.  Maybe $2500 and you've got a wicked little ranch monster!BUTit needs a little Madmax work...SpikesChainsand a cute stuffed animal on the grille.ThermalArc 185MillerMatic 180 w/ AutosetVictor Cutskill Oxy/AcetyleneThermal Dynamics Cutmaster 38and spite!
Reply:really nice! good to know that somebody else has weird ideas too! I've been thinking about doing something like that but, never have the time. maybe someday. "Every choice you make will effect at least one other person"
Reply:Originally Posted by SandyI like that .. Could be a real ranch rig too.
Reply:There's mans engineering and insanity all rolled into 1... ...zap!I am not completely insane..Some parts are missing Professional Driver on a closed course....Do not attempt.Just because I'm a  dumbass don't mean that you can be too.So DON'T try any of this **** l do at home.
Reply:Originally Posted by DirtyLittleSecretThat my bud is AWESOME!You do know that they also make 2" Subaru lift kits right?  Would make a Rhino look goofy.  Gad, could pick a used Soob for something like $800 in good mech condition.  Maybe $2500 and you've got a wicked little ranch monster!BUTit needs a little Madmax work...SpikesChainsand a cute stuffed animal on the grille.
Reply:Originally Posted by woodironmanreally nice! good to know that somebody else has weird ideas too! I've been thinking about doing something like that but, never have the time. maybe someday.
Reply:Originally Posted by zapster There's mans engineering and insanity all rolled into 1... ...zap!
Reply:HEY! It beats therapy and I don't need an appointment.you got that right, big time.i got my wife one of those suby wagons to lern to drive in, she is about 4'3"  and suprisingly enough i can also fit in it. huge seat movement range in them. any way i saw one in the local papper that wont pass inspection so they only want like $700 for it and my first thought was some thing verry similer to the scubygator you have there. they are realy nice little 4WD'ers only real drawback i can see is if the trany starts slipping you are looking at over $2000.00 to get it rebuilt.  we just had to do it to ours. although i supose all 4wd's are expensive to rebuild.My wife just about had a cow when it showed up. boy do i know that situation, they just dont have the same forward looking abilitys as us i guess.LOL but hey what do you expect, mar's and satern or some thing like that right. they have there uses though.great looking job ya got going there, be shore to give us some final shots of it on compleation.i'm off to check out the website pic's of it. summer is here, plant a tree for mother earth. if you dont have time or space, sponcer some one else to plant one for you.feel free to shoot me a PM or e-mail me at [email][email protected] i got lots of time.
Reply:Originally Posted by fun4now.HEY! It beats therapy and I don't need an appointment. any way i saw one in the local papper that wont pass inspection so they only want like $700 for it and my first thought was some thing verry similer to the scubygator you have there. they are realy nice little 4WD'ers only real drawback i can see is if the trany starts slipping you are looking at over $2000.00 to get it rebuilt.  [great looking job ya got going there, be shore to give us some final shots of it on compleation.i'm off to check out the website pic's of it.
Reply:given an option i would realy prefer a standerd any way. but then again you most likely will have to take what you can get.it would be great fun but its not too likely i'll have the $$ to do it. i did start one with a 12HP B&S for around the yard, i might get it done this summer if i can get the steel needed for it. summer is here, plant a tree for mother earth. if you dont have time or space, sponcer some one else to plant one for you.feel free to shoot me a PM or e-mail me at [email][email protected] i got lots of time.
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Reply:Originally Posted by fun4now.given an option i would realy prefer a standerd any way. but then again you most likely will have to take what you can get.it would be great fun but its not too likely i'll have the $$ to do it. i did start one with a 12HP B&S for around the yard, i might get it done this summer if i can get the steel needed for it.
Reply:Im now retired and blowing my only Son's inherritance. We laugh about that a lot. He says he doesn't care because he's going to get all my tools and vehicles. Feel the love...
Reply:Originally Posted by zapster  Thats cool.. At least you have someone to leave all your stuff to.....zap!
Reply:Originally Posted by zapster  Thats cool.. At least you have someone to leave all your stuff to.....zap!
Reply:I find it extraordinary that someone can sit down one day and say: 'I think I'll build a car (or whatever that thing is). Start with some bits, crank up the welder, and bingo: a car.Amazing.Scott
Reply:Sweet ride, keep us posted.  Why "scoobygater" though?  Kinda catchyDewayneDixieland WeldingMM350PLincoln 100Some torchesOther misc. tools
Reply:Originally Posted by scott brunsdonI find it extraordinary that someone can sit down one day and say: 'I think I'll build a car (or whatever that thing is). Start with some bits, crank up the welder, and bingo: a car.Amazing.Scott
Reply:Originally Posted by littlefuzzSweet ride, keep us posted.  Why "scoobygater" though?  Kinda catchyTime for a update!!!!!!Brett B & B Fabrication and Welding Inc.Spalding, MI.
Reply:Very cool setup, and creative.  I am sorry to say though I hate the bumpers.  A nice tubular bumper front and rear would set that thing off.Lots of toys.