"Behind the Scenes: Crafting the Perfect dune buggy for a Legendary Birthday!"

Join me on an exciting journey as I prepare for an unforgettable celebration with the Fab Rats and Merlins old school garage! In this video, we get ready for Merlin's 55th birthday at the legendary Glamis Sand Dunes. To mark this occasion in true old-school fashion, we've decided to revitalize the spirit of adventure by each building our own vintage VW sand cars.
From the moment I received the invite, the anticipation kicked in. I delve into the process of transforming a classic VW into the ultimate dune buggy. Witness the exhilarating journey as I meticulously prep, paint, and fine-tune every detail of my dune buggy , ensuring it's primed and ready for the rugged terrain and epic adventures ahead.
Join me behind the scenes as I pour my heart and soul into this project, embracing the nostalgia of classic car culture while gearing up for an adrenaline-fueled escapade with friends. From welding to wiring, every step of the build is a testament to our passion for craftsmanship and camaraderie.
So buckle up and get ready to ride along as we embark on an epic journey to honor Merlin's birthday and create memories that will last a lifetime at the Glamis Sand Dunes. Let's make this celebration one for the books!

[@foregonetrails]

Looking forward to seeing them both in the dunes!

[@Thewildcardnick]

it was a blast, working on the video now

[@straightfiesty1662]

Looks good!

[@Thewildcardnick]

thanks!

[@trumanx86]

Sorry buddy, you do not have a Manx. The buggy body you have was most likely manufactured by Fiberjet in Roseville CA. They made two "Manx type" bodies named Enos 500 and El Lobo to the best of my recollection. One might have been called the Indy 500. I think both bodies were the same except for the front hoods. Fiberjet was in business for about 40 years and finally closed doors when owners retired sometime in late 90's or 2000. They seemed to be one of the more reputable buggy body manufacturers in regards to the thickness of their fiberglass bodies. If the body is real thin, then my guess would be its a knock-off of one of their bodies.
They also made a knock off of a Manx Towd that they called a Sand Hopper. It was like a sandrail with fiberglass floorpan, hood and fenders. They actually manufactured a tube steel chassis in- house for it also. Hope that helps with the ID of the body.

[@Thewildcardnick]

thanks for all the info! I finally figured out the body is a Scorpion by Marcas Fiberglass in Awater, CA!