V1 ManDan’s city goblin-09 LS donor

[ManDan1957]

Time to start my build log. My donor is pretty much picked apart. Had a few interesting moments getting things apart. When you don’t have an engine hoist a scaffold and come along works just fine.

 

[ManDan1957]

Time to start my build log. My donor is pretty much picked apart. Had a few interesting moments getting things apart. When you don’t have an engine hoist a scaffold and come along works just fine.

The wiring harness is a bit of a challenge. Obviously there are differences between my donor and the one used in the videos. Someone had also installed remote start and an aftermarket cruise which I removed. Hopefully I didn’t cut out anything else which is important.

 

[jennam]

The wiring isn't bad, just take your time, label everything before you cut, and work through it methodically from one end to the other.

 

[ctuinstra]

The wiring harness is a bit of a challenge. Obviously there are differences between my donor and the one used in the videos. Someone had also installed remote start and an aftermarket cruise which I removed. Hopefully I didn’t cut out anything else which is important.

Yeah' won't need the remote start. Although we have the cruise control from the factory, we rarely ever use it, especially with the 5-speed.

 

[ManDan1957]

Time to start my build log. My donor is pretty much picked apart. Had a few interesting moments getting things apart. When you don’t have an engine hoist a scaffold and come along works just fine.

Few people will ever know the thrill of sitting in your newly uncreated goblin making engine noises

 

[Desert Sasqwatch]

I can't wait to sit in my unfinished Goblin and do the same in the next few weeks!

 

[ManDan1957]

Making good progress. Frame is painted. Fitted my taillights and wing. Looks good

 

[grantcropper]

Few people will ever know the thrill of sitting in your newly uncreated goblin making engine noises

I love this, because I will be posting this exact picture when all my stuff arrives next month. Good luck!

 

[ManDan1957]

Uncrating to wheels in one week. Things are looking good.

 

[Ross]

Whhhhaaattt????
That is amazing. A lot of pre-work before the frame arrived, I would guess. Congrats!

 

[grantcropper]

Uncrating to wheels in one week. Things are looking good.

Wow so it IS possible! Congrats

 

[ManDan1957]

 

[Madkat]

Congratulations Dan, you did a fantastic job there! (And quick!!) Marcel here BTW from up the highway. How close are you to registration with Autopac? I have my donor (08 Sport Automatic) parked in my shop but it's such good shape I'm going to drive it it for a few months to see how everything works. I was thinking of taking a drive to town to come have a look at your project. I'll send ya a text to see if we can make it happen. Keep up the good work!

 

[ManDan1957]

I was thinking about you yesterday and wondering if you got your donor started. I had my anti theft lock me out as well but with a bit of work I got it going again. Just a warning.... one ride in this will cost you $$$ . Your donor should be nervous . Seriously fun to drive!!!

 

[Desert Sasqwatch]

I was thinking about you yesterday and wondering if you got your donor started. I had my anti theft lock me out as well but with a bit of work I got it going again. Just a warning.... one ride in this will cost you $$$ . Your donor should be nervous . Seriously fun to drive!!!

One ride in a Goblin is all it takes to convince almost anyone interested in building to put the trigger and get a kit on order!

 

[ManDan1957]

All dressed up and ready. Just need to get a windshield yet.

 

[Madkat]

One ride in a Goblin is all it takes to convince almost anyone interested in building to put the trigger and get a kit on order!

Well I made it over there today with my grandson.... it was impressive to see the build. Dan has done a ton of personal touches on his Goblin. I'm glad that we went to see it because it confirmed what I was thinking, I'll be ordering a city chaise extended with easy entry. I'm a good sized guy at 6' 235lbs but I'm not as flexible as I used to be and getting into Dans Goblin really made that obvious. I'm hopeful that I'll get my order in by the new year if I can get all of my ducks in a row. Keep up the great work and keep me posted on the registration you're almost there!!!

 

[ManDan1957]

Windshield is on. Fenders are on. Rides as good as it looks.

 

[Desert Sasqwatch]

Dan, looks fantastic! How close are to getting it licensed so you can start enjoying it on the street? How hard will it be to get it licensed in Manitoba?

 

[ManDan1957]

I am hoping to get my inspection shortly. I don’t think it should be to difficult but time will tell.