Rear Suspension

Rear Suspension

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WARNING: I am not an expert on cars, automotive engineering, VW Beetles, beach buggies or anything else discussed in these pages. What I have written is my current understanding of the issues involved in building MY buggy. These opinions are based only on my own research in books and on the web. They, therefore,have no basis in fact, may well be wrong and potentially downright dangerous if taken to be gospel truth. If you intend to use any of this information for any purpose other than pure entertainment, then please get its validity confirmed by someone who knows what they're talking about! You have been warned...


This page contains the following sections:


Rear Suspension Options

Rear Suspension Options

As described in the 'Design Detail - Body' section of this site, I have previously decided to use IRS rear suspension on my buggy when I choose my chassis. Having made this decision, there are a number of different options available giving varying off-road capability and costs.

Suspension Video

Click here to see a video of front and rear suspension on a Baja Bug working well.

Coil-Over Conversion Kit

Coil-Over Conversion Kit

Coil-Over Conversion Kit.

Trailing Arms

Trailing Arms

Trailing Arms.

Shock Absorbers

Shock Absorbers

Shock Absorbers.

Coil Springs

Coil Springs

Coil Springs.

Shock Absorber Mounts

Shock Absorber Mounts

Shock Absorber Mounts.

Bump Stops

Bump Stops

Bump Stops.

Limit Straps

Limit Straps

Limit Straps.

Trailing Arm Bushes

Trailing Arm Bushes

Trailing Arm Bushes.

Rear Wheel Bearing Housing

Rear Wheel Bearing Housing

Rear Wheel Bearing Housing.

Rear Wheel Bearings

Rear Wheel Bearings

Rear Wheel Bearings.

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