Baja Bug SPINDLE LIFT KIT for a SUPER BEETLE 💁😉

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  • čas přidán 23. 10. 2020
  • Spence and Ash have been working very hard on designing and fabricating our very own Super Beetle COMBO LIFT SPINDLES! We are very excited about this, as it will give us over 4 more inches of ground clearance. This means we can go over things much faster with less worry! 😉
    These are our very own invention. Spencer came up with the design over a year ago and we ran with it. Between sourcing the material, blueprinting everything out, and then actually fabricating it, it was a long journey. We couldn't be more happy with the end result! Four more inches to roll over things with ease 😎
    If you like what we do here at Dust Buggy Garage, please consider dropping a like on the video OR share this with someone else! 😄🍻
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Komentáře • 109

  • @donburleson6926
    @donburleson6926 Před rokem +6

    Awesome job on those lifted spindles!! Are you selling them?? Or have a pdf or something for them?

  • @banyontreeguy5619
    @banyontreeguy5619 Před 3 lety +3

    Lol 😆
    "That's fancy talk for......SEND IT"

  • @arilsonfontenele2779
    @arilsonfontenele2779 Před 3 lety +4

    hello, here in northeastern Brazil it was very common in the 80s to use vws, which we call Fusca, to make bajas. But they were very simple adaptations, fiberglass kits and larger tires were used and we were ready to put them on the beaches and dunes. Congratulations for the projects are very creative and with a much more elaborate degree of construction compared to what we have here in Brazil.

  • @kanukster
    @kanukster Před 3 lety +2

    Love your enthusiasm!

  • @kennixon7928
    @kennixon7928 Před 3 lety +1

    Hey guys! I'm Ken. Live in Florida. Ive built some badass Baja's back in the day. Won a car show in Gatlinburg TN in the Baja class. My last one I built was a 74 super beetle. I didn't upgrade the spindle but I installed additional coil shocks in front of the stock strut. Still had full turn radius. I really gave it a beating doing some amazing stupid shit going off roading in TN. I had to make an adjustable bar connected to the top of the struts inside the trunk to keep the strut towers from bucking in on jumps. Ive really put those front ends to the test. One thing you have to do is beef up the bottom control arm. They tend to buckle n crack right where the away bar connects. Weak spot. I just used some iron n tacked it in. It's a must. A rear skid plate is a must as well. Cutting brakes is a wise thing to install as well. It will save you ass when you have that one wheel spinning. Lock that one wheel n all your power goes to the other. I also set my valves at .007 instead of .006 in hot weather. Take it easy Bro! 😁

  • @madandinzane
    @madandinzane Před 3 lety +2

    Super stoked for your design & future laughs!

  • @peterdiebel7372
    @peterdiebel7372 Před 2 lety

    WOW!! Impressive welding & fab skils.

  • @demonmotorsports99
    @demonmotorsports99 Před 3 lety

    So Awesome!!!! Great job! It looks sick !

  • @amx19733
    @amx19733 Před 3 lety

    Awesome and impressive!!!!

  • @purplegravy
    @purplegravy Před 3 lety +4

    Just stumbled across this channel and I absolutely love the commentary! Great job guys! Keep it up!!

  • @petegoepfert8642
    @petegoepfert8642 Před 3 lety +2

    Nice setup!

  • @helgeniszen6741
    @helgeniszen6741 Před 3 lety

    hello california I always think it's great that so many young people get infected with this really great virus. No, not Corona, but air-cooled Volkswagens. As you both see, it's the Baja Bugs. Have a Baja himself, but live in the north of Germany. But these great companions connect all ages and this world. Keep going like this ! greetings from Germany.

  • @justinsmith847
    @justinsmith847 Před 3 lety

    Love the bug great job I e always wanted a beetle

  • @User_123.-_
    @User_123.-_ Před 3 lety

    TRULLY AWESOME BAJA BUG!

  • @BajaWam
    @BajaWam Před 3 lety +1

    Niiice , great job guys!!

  • @jeremywilson2965
    @jeremywilson2965 Před 3 lety

    Worth it!!!

  • @cooperracingteam4877
    @cooperracingteam4877 Před 3 lety +2

    This is awesome!! Badass guys can’t wait to see some shredding!!!!

  • @kirkmetalmulisha
    @kirkmetalmulisha Před 3 lety +1

    When watching the video and see the t shirt RLR n like yup I use to work there lol

  • @darrencolbeth5119
    @darrencolbeth5119 Před 3 lety

    Good job! Just found this channel and I'm loving it

  • @Novsev9069
    @Novsev9069 Před 9 měsíci

    Yo that thing looks so awesome I bet It must be so much fun to drive

  • @dreazymac
    @dreazymac Před 3 lety +1

    Fucking love it! Looks great!!! Happy for you two! Looking forward to the next video hitting those hills!!!

  • @ashleyjones7375
    @ashleyjones7375 Před 3 lety

    Wish my misses got excited about car bits.

  • @nickbusby4411
    @nickbusby4411 Před 3 lety

    Sure wish I could do this with mine

  • @wirehyperspace
    @wirehyperspace Před 6 měsíci

    Cant wait to someone takes the newer vw and turn it into 4 wheel drive

  • @railbuggyfamilyadventures4802

    Ok you two!!!
    Your Dust buggy has been my inspiration for building my own 73’ super Baja!!!
    I love the vids and I love the fab work spencer has done to get it where it is.
    I have a question or two on the lift spindles so please p.m.

  • @Cal_Mex.
    @Cal_Mex. Před 3 lety

    Hey spence those CORONAS looks chingon reminds me in puerto vallarta jalisco mexico. Chearsss

  • @58EDU
    @58EDU Před rokem

    Awesome job in the front lifted. Are you have video with the constitution specification this new parts, for us? thanks

  • @CCDProductions
    @CCDProductions Před 3 lety +2

    Hella clearance now!

  • @khyron6
    @khyron6 Před 3 lety +1

    YeeHaa Buggen is the best. :)

  • @mtnduck3674
    @mtnduck3674 Před 3 lety +4

    "Heim having problems..." unpacking everything you included in this video!
    I was concerned about the bracing on the spindles - till I saw how Spence tied in the steering arms. Nice!
    Was that a one spline turn on the rear? Just be aware it's going to kick a tiny bit more on the whoops. Any more on the rear lift and things get spendy quickly! For now, looks good! Normal driving you won't notice it, but it will be tiny bit more tipsy on the side hills. Nothing a little right pedal can't get you out of! Haha

    • @567spence
      @567spence Před 3 lety

      Yes, we added one inner spline tooth of preload to out oversized torsion bars. They were set with no preload before... We will see if the rear kicks up too much lol

  • @ekimp252
    @ekimp252 Před 3 lety +1

    I’ve got a ‘74 Super, been looking a cheap standard for my grandson and I to make a Baja out of. Might have to rethink that. I see that you’ve got the 71 - 73&1/2 ball joints that bolt on. Wondering about how something like your setup could be used on the press in ball joint type. On second thought, I remember seeing somewhere that your style control arms are a lot stronger than the later ones. Anyway, super job, you’ve got mad skills.

  • @bobtomica9614
    @bobtomica9614 Před 8 měsíci

    Wow! Do you have video on fabrication of the lift spindle?

  • @Rulsex69
    @Rulsex69 Před rokem

    Amazing !!! I can’t wait to start mine !!!
    What do you think is the biggest tire and rims it can comfortably fit a baja bug ?

  • @nicktelesco4950
    @nicktelesco4950 Před rokem

    Question ❓ can you please send pictures of the spacer needed on spring for lift and the portion of the strut tower that needs lifted and rewelded. Thx

  • @dustinbailey9946
    @dustinbailey9946 Před rokem

    I need a set of them lift spindles

  • @tonybush2
    @tonybush2 Před 3 lety

    Since you have had it on the road a bit now, is the bump steer more noticeable? I used to have the California prerunner look als. But with 33s in the rear and 30s up front it looks level. I love how much fun you guys seem to have...thanks for the videos.

    • @dustbuggy
      @dustbuggy  Před 3 lety +1

      Haven't noticed a difference on the bump steer. We used the original geometry for the steering arms 🤙

  • @timtownsend1125
    @timtownsend1125 Před 3 lety +12

    So Spence. So how much u gonna start selling the kits for?. I also have a super beetle. Askin for a friend? 😂😂👍🏾

    • @dustbuggy
      @dustbuggy  Před 3 lety +10

      Haha. We are trying to figure out reproducing more and what that would look like cost wise

    • @timtownsend1125
      @timtownsend1125 Před 3 lety +2

      Nice. I’m definitely interested. Bug looks nice. I’m also in the process of building a 69 Baja. But my super has a sentimental value to me. Same bday year. And yes us old guys can play too. 😂😂😂

    • @TrevorMLark
      @TrevorMLark Před 3 lety +2

      Sign me up for a set also!!

    • @joegutierrez7206
      @joegutierrez7206 Před 3 lety

      Keep me posted I’m interested to

    • @nickbusby4411
      @nickbusby4411 Před 3 lety

      Yes please

  • @jackthibeault7803
    @jackthibeault7803 Před 2 lety

    I want some spindles

    • @dustbuggy
      @dustbuggy  Před 2 lety

      Do you have an instagram? You could dm me there and I'll give you some details about them 👍

  • @randrrcscorbin-tyler3998
    @randrrcscorbin-tyler3998 Před 2 lety +1

    Is there anyway you could make another setup just like this one and send it to me I would happily pay whatever the price is for it I’m trying to revive my dads old 74 super beetle Baja and I want to get rid of the sketchy spring spread lift

    • @dustbuggy
      @dustbuggy  Před 2 lety +1

      Do you have an instagram? You could send me a dm and I'll give you the details on the spindles

    • @dustbuggy
      @dustbuggy  Před 2 lety

      Or email would work too

  • @craterinahole
    @craterinahole Před 3 lety +2

    Oh hey, I want a set! If you're manufacturing more I'd love to put my name on your list. Do you have an email or something for taking orders?

  • @markdeartola1154
    @markdeartola1154 Před 3 lety

    awesome!! yes reproduce them! but first, how have they held up/ ur playng with the suspension geometry there. Any alignment issues?

    • @dustbuggy
      @dustbuggy  Před 3 lety +3

      They have held up great, we bashed on her harder than we ever have for our first dunes trip and she did awesome. We were able to do jumps and everything! We did put the tow out a little at the end of the first day, but after we adjusted it we didn't have any more issues. I'm currently editing the footage now! Trying to get the video out by Tuesday 👍

  • @Kbrusky15
    @Kbrusky15 Před 3 lety

    Fuck yeah. Sign me up!

  • @johnbrodehl9743
    @johnbrodehl9743 Před 3 lety +1

    The problem with the S B front end is that strut design, not the spindles. Will not handle off road abuse.

    • @ekimp252
      @ekimp252 Před 3 lety

      Have you actually watched the video? Looks pretty good to me.

    • @dustbuggy
      @dustbuggy  Před 3 lety

      I dunno man, they work pretty good for us 👍

  • @ReneValdivia-tz2yo
    @ReneValdivia-tz2yo Před rokem

    How did you get the tip that you welding to the plate?

  • @kolbeybowen90
    @kolbeybowen90 Před 2 lety

    How did y’all do the rear lift?

  • @coalrollinmk3758
    @coalrollinmk3758 Před 3 lety

    Oh I want a set of these please let me know

  • @jlepley40
    @jlepley40 Před 3 lety

    I want a set please and thank you got a 73 super sitting idle phase of build till we get something

  • @peterdiebel7372
    @peterdiebel7372 Před 2 lety

    Excuse my ignorance, but u did put in longer axles did u not?

  • @guncalinhosiqueira8547
    @guncalinhosiqueira8547 Před 3 lety +1

    👏👏👏👏👏👍👍👍👍🙌🙌🙌💪💪

  • @Opalsdad
    @Opalsdad Před 3 lety

    Hi there! Cool channel! What size front tires do you have?? Thanks

    • @dustbuggy
      @dustbuggy  Před 3 lety

      We have 30x9.5r15lt on our front, that's the biggest that'll fit a super beetle without modification

  • @krisharris5040
    @krisharris5040 Před rokem

    is there any way to contact Spence and ash i have so many question about raising the front of my 74 super

  • @motorcycleguy73
    @motorcycleguy73 Před 3 lety

    My friend wants to do a lifted super. Can you make a pair to sell. Thanks

  • @allenbrian72
    @allenbrian72 Před 2 lety

    You should see my Baja bug

  • @MrJhurst90
    @MrJhurst90 Před 2 lety

    Are yall in the production phase for these? I would love to throw some money at them :)

  • @dustbuggy
    @dustbuggy  Před 3 lety

    Click here to see how she performed our last trip out, before we put the spindle lift on her! czcams.com/video/1aQbQmTMnVU/video.html

  • @dillyd3488
    @dillyd3488 Před 3 lety

    Fuggin' loveit!!! So...3x3s?

    • @dustbuggy
      @dustbuggy  Před 3 lety +2

      Already got them in the garage 😎 just need to save a little more cash and enjoy her a little bit right now before doing the rest 😁

    • @dillyd3488
      @dillyd3488 Před 3 lety

      Nice 👍👍👍

  • @banjominer9682
    @banjominer9682 Před 2 lety

    that break bleeding was scary..

  • @Lifeofanrcaddict
    @Lifeofanrcaddict Před 2 lety

    It's been a bit, can we buy a kit yet?

  • @its2nv4u
    @its2nv4u Před 3 lety

    what kind of tie rod assembly is that, its beefy, would love to buy some for my super beetle

    • @dustbuggy
      @dustbuggy  Před 3 lety +1

      Heim joints with our custom spindles :) we are fabricating a few for a first round production right now

    • @its2nv4u
      @its2nv4u Před 3 lety

      @@dustbuggy shes lookin like a beast, im thankful yall are doing a super, keep up the great progress, im following 😁

  • @user-tk8ud2hc2t
    @user-tk8ud2hc2t Před rokem

    Do you sell these drop spindles

  • @jrcstudios3803
    @jrcstudios3803 Před rokem

    do you make these for sale??

  • @Trail-of-dead
    @Trail-of-dead Před 3 lety

    Where do I go to buy these please?

  • @davidrod2292
    @davidrod2292 Před 2 lety

    Do you sell the kit so I can do it on mine

  • @elizabethwinner2695
    @elizabethwinner2695 Před 3 lety +1

    That's awesome that's the way I used to be with my Baja Bug but his girlfriends little moans get kind of annoying after a while

    • @dustbuggy
      @dustbuggy  Před 3 lety +1

      Lol that's just the way I laugh I dont know what to tell you 🤷‍♀️ sorry!

  • @stevemedina1932
    @stevemedina1932 Před 2 lety

    I have a 1973 Super Beetle; will your lift kit work for my Beetle?

    • @dustbuggy
      @dustbuggy  Před 2 lety

      No, the later years have a different spindle setup. But you could use porsche struts to give yourself a lift. The Europeans use later super beetles in rally racing, you can look into that and see what they do to get them rally ready 👍

  • @colossalbigfoot256
    @colossalbigfoot256 Před 3 lety

    So are y’all gona sell these?

  • @jonathanbravo8673
    @jonathanbravo8673 Před 7 měsíci

    Do you you fabricate to sale? 😂 I need a set?

  • @coalrollinmk3758
    @coalrollinmk3758 Před 3 lety

    Would you guys make me a set how much?

  • @stevemedina1932
    @stevemedina1932 Před 2 lety

    I’m trying to raise my 1973 Super Beetle; is that possible? Everyone is telling me no, it is not.

    • @dustbuggy
      @dustbuggy  Před 2 lety

      I'm not sure if the later supers have the same spindle design as the earlier ones, I would have to look at one to know. But if it is the same then yes you could theoretically use all the same mods we did on the Dust Buggy for any year Super beetle, including the custom spindles we made that give us about 4 inches of lift in the front. However you HAVE to brace the space in between the strut towers or the bug will collapse on itself eventually if hit hard enough

  • @jakebjelivuk6121
    @jakebjelivuk6121 Před rokem

    Do u sell this kit

  • @MichaelAnderson-nh4gu
    @MichaelAnderson-nh4gu Před 3 lety +1

    Are you going to sell as a kit ?

    • @dustbuggy
      @dustbuggy  Před 3 lety +6

      Yes, eventually. First we need to get some testing done and magnaflux them, then figure out how much it'll cost to reproduce them

    • @NHT-iu3yk
      @NHT-iu3yk Před 3 lety

      @@dustbuggy how is your project coming up?
      Any news related to your spindle?

  • @BasedBidoof
    @BasedBidoof Před 2 lety

    I hate alexa, but liked the video

  • @davidhendrickson8251
    @davidhendrickson8251 Před 3 lety

    question I have is why???

  • @davidsimms2806
    @davidsimms2806 Před 3 lety

    Shoeby

  • @runifuceeme406
    @runifuceeme406 Před 3 lety

    WHY SHE KEEP SAYING, "WE"??.. BIA, HE'S WORKIN, GO MAKE A SANDWICH OR SOMETHIN!..