1/2-1600..

1/2-1600:
Single or two-seat buggies limited to 1600cc
Type 1 engine and Type 1 suspension components.

Aka: 2000 (BITD)

Horsepower: 77-82 Single seat (dual port), 82-87 Two-seat (dual port)

Wheel Travel: 9-10 Front, 16-21 Rear

Weight: 1550-1600

Top Speed: 75-85 mph, 120- 135 km/h

Cost New: $30,000-60,000

Cost Per Prep: $2,500-6,000

Basic Rules:

Suspension Components:

Front:
- Suspension is based on VW Type 1 ball join or link pin style
- Any manufacturer's beam of 2 steel torsion tubes may be used but must retain stock VW width.
- Front trailing arms may be reinforced or replaced but must retain stock length and width.
- Track width will be measured from wheel mounting serface to the opposite; maximum is 55 1/2".

Rear:
- Suspension is based on VW Type 1 (IRS) or swing axle
- Trailing arms may be replaced or reinforced as long as length is retained at +/- 1".
- Torsion tube may be replaced or reinforced and torsion adjusters may be installed; any manufacturer may be used.
- Trackwidth may not exceed 58 1/4'' and is measured wheel mounting face to the opposite site.
- Entire outer cv must remain inside of the trailing arm inner bearing; no midboard or out-board hubs allowed.