Progress
Milestone Markers
10/8/23
Purchased 2001 Polaris sportsman 500 for parts such as drivetrain components and wheels
10/14/23
Sportsman 500 completely disassembled
11/04/23
Mock up of Baja frame created using 1" PVC
12/13/23
Start of frame fabrication
1/04/24
Completion of frame
1/10/24
Integration of transaxle and motor into frame
1/12/24
Mounting of driveshaft, carrier bearing, and front differential
1/21/24
Rear suspension complete
1/21/24
Front suspension and CV axles fabricated and installed
1/29/24
Buggy on its' own wheels for the first time
2/4/24
Steering and throttle systems installed and operating correctly and first full test run performed
2/18/24
Buggy has been fully primed, restrictor plate installed, electric start added for quality of life, and first successful track test day complete.
2/25/24
Brakes are installed and functioning. New upgraded CVT has been installed and drastically increased reliability. Proper restrictor plate installed to simulate official engine power.
3/18/24
New Limited Slip Differential installed massively increasing maneuverability. Rear suspension links upgraded to stronger design. Rear Brakes redesigned and installed. Frame and body panels painted. Final Gear ratios set- top speed increased to 27mph.
4/11/24
Numbers painted and installed, HROE Guarding finished, electrical wiring and hydraulic brake lines finished and installed and proven to function correctly. Fire extinguisher installed, and final steps to finish techinal inspection requirements taking place and 98% complete
4/21/24
Buggy is loaded and headed to competition! everything has been finished and ready to compete!
Cochinos are in Cali!
4/24/24 - We have made it to California and will be updating daily based on competition updates in our page titled "2024 Competition". We'd like to thank all of you for the support, we couldn't have done it without you and we can't wait to show you the results of all of our hard work!
Next Steps
Compete
THE FIRST TEST DRIVE
FIRST FULL TEST DRIVE
FIRST TRACK TEST DAY
HILL CLIMB TESTING
Track Testing