Hi All, okay so I've now had my RZR for the past 2 months or so. It was just a bog standard green 50" 2008 800 RZR, given its age it had very low hours at around 85. It came with the standard green plastics, a few of which had some pretty nasty cracks and a bit of scuffing. The only options it had when I got it were the front bull bars, spot lights, windscreen and roof.
Needing a project I set myself a budget to undertake a bit of a makeover of the RZR, which can I point out halfway through I completely threw out the window as I was having too much fun with the upgrades and just continued with what I felt looked good and worked.
All work was undertaken either by myself or a friend who's skills in certain areas far exceed mine. So anyway, the first thing to do was to completely wash down the RZR, clean off any muck underneath, and repaint any spots on the frame needing attention. At the same time the roll cage got some grab handles welded to it and re-sprayed. The cracks in the plastics were welded, prior to being completely removed prepped and painted with a more modern colour scheme, and new decals fitted. In addition at the same time it had a complete service.
Next on the list was a Uni Air Filter, 4" guards, rack extension, new wheels, 1.5" spacers all round, side and centre mirrors, hand brake, power steering, and complete LED indicator/turn signal kit and horn. The later due to the fact I decided to register it for use on the road.
I even dusted off the old sewing machine, and sewed up the headache net, a couple of side bags that tuck on the outter side walls under the dash that hold the side nets out of the way. I also picked up a roof bag, and have another bag that will sit between the seats on order. I even threw a bit of red carbon film onto the back of the seats to cover the centre plastic area. On their way, but as yet not fitted is a set of red 3" Pro Armor 5-Point harnesses.
I guess the thing I'm most chuffed about was I decided a good stereo was required. I looked at various options out there but felt nothing suited what I needed and would work best with my setup. So I made my own, you'll see from the photos it tucks up into the roof cavity between the rear section of the roll cage.
It's made up of 4 Pioneer speakers rated for up to 750watts, combined with a Sony Mechless head unit that just hooks straight into my phone via Bluetooth. I made it by using 2 pieces of MDF set apart on a taper to the angle of the roof cavity, into which I made all the mounting holes for the speakers and head unit. I then sewed up a vinyl case that snugly fitted the wooden casing, next I mounted all the speakers, etc., and wired it all up so it is a totally independent unit.
At the same time I took the opportunity to mount a couple of extra power switches to control other devices. So all it has external cabling wise is 3 sets of flying leads, one for the power input, and 2 for the auxiliary devices. To ensure the unit is protected I also sewed up a clear plastic cover that can either be left velcroed up when in storage or on dusty or dirty rides, etc., or likewise rolled up out the way for full effect (the photo’s show it hanging down, but it rolls up). The entire unit simply fits with 11 Velcro straps up into the roll cage so can be easily removed for cleaning, etc. With the 2 auxiliary switches, they power a LED roof bar and an interior LED light.
So anyway I thought I'd share my recent OCD with my RZR, I'm not sure if the finished article is of everyone's liking but I think it's a marked improvement over how I got it.
Thanks for reading and have a fun and safe Christmas.
Jezza
Needing a project I set myself a budget to undertake a bit of a makeover of the RZR, which can I point out halfway through I completely threw out the window as I was having too much fun with the upgrades and just continued with what I felt looked good and worked.
All work was undertaken either by myself or a friend who's skills in certain areas far exceed mine. So anyway, the first thing to do was to completely wash down the RZR, clean off any muck underneath, and repaint any spots on the frame needing attention. At the same time the roll cage got some grab handles welded to it and re-sprayed. The cracks in the plastics were welded, prior to being completely removed prepped and painted with a more modern colour scheme, and new decals fitted. In addition at the same time it had a complete service.
Next on the list was a Uni Air Filter, 4" guards, rack extension, new wheels, 1.5" spacers all round, side and centre mirrors, hand brake, power steering, and complete LED indicator/turn signal kit and horn. The later due to the fact I decided to register it for use on the road.
I even dusted off the old sewing machine, and sewed up the headache net, a couple of side bags that tuck on the outter side walls under the dash that hold the side nets out of the way. I also picked up a roof bag, and have another bag that will sit between the seats on order. I even threw a bit of red carbon film onto the back of the seats to cover the centre plastic area. On their way, but as yet not fitted is a set of red 3" Pro Armor 5-Point harnesses.
I guess the thing I'm most chuffed about was I decided a good stereo was required. I looked at various options out there but felt nothing suited what I needed and would work best with my setup. So I made my own, you'll see from the photos it tucks up into the roof cavity between the rear section of the roll cage.
It's made up of 4 Pioneer speakers rated for up to 750watts, combined with a Sony Mechless head unit that just hooks straight into my phone via Bluetooth. I made it by using 2 pieces of MDF set apart on a taper to the angle of the roof cavity, into which I made all the mounting holes for the speakers and head unit. I then sewed up a vinyl case that snugly fitted the wooden casing, next I mounted all the speakers, etc., and wired it all up so it is a totally independent unit.
At the same time I took the opportunity to mount a couple of extra power switches to control other devices. So all it has external cabling wise is 3 sets of flying leads, one for the power input, and 2 for the auxiliary devices. To ensure the unit is protected I also sewed up a clear plastic cover that can either be left velcroed up when in storage or on dusty or dirty rides, etc., or likewise rolled up out the way for full effect (the photo’s show it hanging down, but it rolls up). The entire unit simply fits with 11 Velcro straps up into the roll cage so can be easily removed for cleaning, etc. With the 2 auxiliary switches, they power a LED roof bar and an interior LED light.
So anyway I thought I'd share my recent OCD with my RZR, I'm not sure if the finished article is of everyone's liking but I think it's a marked improvement over how I got it.
Thanks for reading and have a fun and safe Christmas.
Jezza