Whidbey Goblin, track chassis for the streets. 05 SS donor.

[Whidbey Goblin]

That’s what I was afraid of, I will take it to the machine shop right away.

 

[Whidbey Goblin]

Overall I’m really happy with the Amazon header. Looks great, heavier duty than I expected and seemed to lineup pretty well.

 

[Whidbey Goblin]

Just a couple pumps of the lever and I’ll know if I saved myself $100 or if I’m spending $100.

 

[Whidbey Goblin]

Just a couple pumps of the lever and I’ll know if I saved myself $100 or if I’m spending $100.

Looks like I saved myself $100

 

[ncgoblin]

Doing my timing chain tensioner. Clearly someone has been into this motor before. They used RTV on the valve cover gasket, I was under the impression these type of valve cover gaskets didn’t need RTV. Does anyone have any input on whether I should use RTV when I put it back together?

Use OEM gasket and it can be reused multiple times from experience.

 

[ncgoblin]

Is there a specific sequence to re-tighten the bolts? Torque spec?

Invest in AllDatadiy.com for $20 a year while building the Goblin all torque specs and wiring is "easily" searchable.

 

[Desert Sasqwatch]

Looks like I saved myself $100

I'm so glad that wasn't a 'hold my beer' moment and everything came apart as planned.

 

[CodyP]

So I’ve been told these are important parts to replace. Adam gave me part numbers, these are the Napa equivalent. Does everyone think this is OK? Also is there anything I should know about installing this correctly?

Do you happen to still have those part numbers by chance?

 

[Whidbey Goblin]

Do you happen to still have those part numbers by chance?

I don’t but Adam seemed to have them readily available.

 

[Whidbey Goblin]

Just replaced the water pump for my supercharger. If I want to check that the polarity was wired correctly on the motor, without power going to it, can’t I just check continuity between the block and what should be the negative terminal on the plug?

 

[Ross]

If you can find the - and + on the Bosch pump, then check the cobalt wires, you are probably good. They are small, but they are cast into the housing.
Apparently some cobalt cars had the wiring backwards on the stock harness.
The water should enter the center of the pump impeller, and leave on the outside of the impeller.

 

[Whidbey Goblin]

Exciting day!! The delivery driver was pretty grumpy. My hood was scratched and dinged, one of the body panels had taken a hit on the corner. Minor issues really. I am happy and ready for the next steps!!

 

[Whidbey Goblin]

The day is almost here to start assembly. Chassis is supposed to come out of powder coat next week, wiring harness is on its way. I’m getting pretty stoked!!

 

[Whidbey Goblin]

Started assembly today. The coolant hoses were a pain and turns out I do need a new collapsible steering shaft. Excited to be moving forward.

 

[Vwsaabvt]

That wood stove must allow you to work in the winter with the doors open in there, we run about the same size for our whole house as primary heat.

 

[Whidbey Goblin]

Anyone else have an issue with the steering rack? I could barely get the bolts into it and now the U joint rubs.

 

[Ross]

Yes. I had to trim back the firewall hole, as did most everyone.

 

[SmsDetroit]

Anyone else have an issue with the steering rack? I could barely get the bolts into it and now the U joint rubs.

That is common. Open up the hole with a grinder until it doesn’t touch

 

[Whidbey Goblin]

Can’t seem to figure out how this clutch pedal goes on. Anyone have pictures of their clutch pedal mounted? Not sure if mine is different, bent or if it’s just getting too late in the evening.

 

[Ross]

Here is a pic of my clutch pedal.