5-1600 ...

5-1600:
Baja bugs limited to 1600cc type 1 motor and type
1 suspension parts. Must retain working doors, stock floor pan
and baja bug fenders.

Aka: 5150 (BITD)

Horsepower: 85-90 (dual port)

Wheel Travel: 9-10 Front, 15-18.5 Rear

Weight: 1750-1900

Top Speed: 80-85 mph, 128-135 km/h

Cost New: $20,000-50,000

Cost Per Prep: $2,000-4,000

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.