Sneak Peek - Goblin V2
- Thread starter Adam
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It was already mentioned that the v2 suspension was Lotus Elise inspired. The difference that makes in the rear is better suspension geometry (more camber gain in bump, no pro-squat during accel, no pro-lift while braking etc).
You can see the tubular subframe and rear control arms in this previously posted pic
If we're wishing for silly things, I'd wish for a hybrid - Nissan Leaf in the front and LS4 in the rear.
Desert Sasqwatch
Bigfoot Goblin
Information -
VAG Mk7 (Mk7.5) platforms:
2012 - 2021 North America, Europe, Asia, South America, Mexico (different years for different regions) - but 2015 - 2021 for USA
Compatible VAG platforms:
VW Golf/GTI
VW Jetta/Bora/GLI
(VW Tiguan - drivetrain?)
Audi A3
Audi TT
Seat Leon
Skoda Octavia
Platform engines (USA):
1.4L TSI
1.8L TSI
2.0L TSI
2.0L TDI (diesel)
Platform transmissions (USA):
6 Spd Manual
6 Spd DSG (Auto)
7 Spd DSG ( Auto)
Production (USA):
2015 - 2021 Golf 310,000+
2015 - 2021 Jetta 703,000+
Total 1,013,000+
[2015 - 2021 Golf (Europe) 2,263,000+]
VAG Mk7 (Mk7.5) platforms:
2012 - 2021 North America, Europe, Asia, South America, Mexico (different years for different regions) - but 2015 - 2021 for USA
Compatible VAG platforms:
VW Golf/GTI
VW Jetta/Bora/GLI
(VW Tiguan - drivetrain?)
Audi A3
Audi TT
Seat Leon
Skoda Octavia
Platform engines (USA):
1.4L TSI
1.8L TSI
2.0L TSI
2.0L TDI (diesel)
Platform transmissions (USA):
6 Spd Manual
6 Spd DSG (Auto)
7 Spd DSG ( Auto)
Production (USA):
2015 - 2021 Golf 310,000+
2015 - 2021 Jetta 703,000+
Total 1,013,000+
[2015 - 2021 Golf (Europe) 2,263,000+]
Why would you think that’s silly? An awd setup would be sick
I guess in my mind V1 and V2 have some sevenesque roots - "Simplify, then add lightness".
AWD does neither of those.
That's how I would interpret it.
I don’t think ideas are silly, since these kit cars came from one as well.
if I wanted simple and lightness then I’d put wheels on a paper plane. lol
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Justinreed7
I like anything that goes fast
As a racer at heart, the GTI donor is amazing. DSG trans is king over a H pattern manual any day.
As for an alternate donor; I think the only way to satisfy the mass audience is to produce a roller that can brake, steer and has working suspension with a universal mounting kit for whatever the customer thinks is a suitable fit. There’s always going to be a crowd that’s never happy, this option will appease that the best I think. The number of times I’ve heard “should’ve used a K series” is too many to count. Produce a universal kit and let the people go crazy. You’d see lots of crazy setups happening.
As for an alternate donor; I think the only way to satisfy the mass audience is to produce a roller that can brake, steer and has working suspension with a universal mounting kit for whatever the customer thinks is a suitable fit. There’s always going to be a crowd that’s never happy, this option will appease that the best I think. The number of times I’ve heard “should’ve used a K series” is too many to count. Produce a universal kit and let the people go crazy. You’d see lots of crazy setups happening.
Monty23
Member
I also think the GTI is an excellent choice for a donor and I prefer that the engine bay "could" accommodate many of the common engine/trans swaps with confirmation from DF. However, the downside is that the overall vehicle will be bigger and heavier to ensure the largest possible powertrain will fit (assuming we are talking about fitting an I6 or V8).
Monty23
Member
This is getting off-topic, but I completely agree and would prefer an AWD setup. However, the common and abundant AWD vehicles are front-engine. You can't just mount the powertrain 180 degrees and spin the wheels backward. DF would have to come up with a front-engine concept to use the available AWD drivetrains.
Awd would be sick but last thing you need is a drive shaft coming through the floor if it breaks lol
LLBenJ
Well-Known Member
DS. My comments here aren't intended to be negative. If you're computing them that way I'd suggest there is a little unconscious bias going on based on my earlier posts on the forum. My car is also complete, registered, insured and on the road. A mobile billboard for DF's products. Where are you at?
I'm a big fan of direct, accurate, hard hitting feedback with a hint of constructive criticism. This is what makes good companies great. If I didn't care...I would be posting my feedback here. DF has requested feedback from it's customers and that's what I, and the rest of us, will continue to do. Many here have provided similar feedback to DF in this thread and I'm glad they are absorbing it. They will never make everyone happy, and that shouldn't be the goal, but turning a blind eye to the past is a great way to repeat it and reap the outcomes both good and bad.
I'm ecstatic the Doyles' are offering a new product and I wish them all the best in this endeavor. I hope their customers can continue to provide them feedback on their product for future improvement. Unguided positive posts, smiles, prayers, rainbows, unicorn farts...and hope...is not a strategy.
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Let's try to move forward and focus on the kit, not the comments. If you guys find 50 things wrong with Goblin V2, that means we designed 9,950 things right. LOL, The forum has toughened our skin over the years.
I hoped I would wake up to a flood of potential donors this morning; we all have our favorite engine/trans package.
It will be awesome to have two donor choices.
Even if they don't make the cut, it will be nice for you guys to way in with your favorite, so let's see them!
I hoped I would wake up to a flood of potential donors this morning; we all have our favorite engine/trans package.
It will be awesome to have two donor choices.
Even if they don't make the cut, it will be nice for you guys to way in with your favorite, so let's see them!
Monty23
Member
Make and model - VW Jetta/Rabbit/Passat with the 07K 5-cylinder engine
Year available - MK5 and MK6 - 2005-2014
[ BGP/BGQ/BPR/BPS: Volkswagen Jetta (2005–2007), Volkswagen New Beetle (2006–2011), Volkswagen Rabbit (Golf Mk5) (2006–2007).
CBT/CBU: Volkswagen Beetle (A5) (2012–2014), Volkswagen Golf Mk6 (2010–2014), Volkswagen Jetta (2008–2013), Volkswagen Passat (2012–2014) ]
Donors available for less than $3000
Turbocharged (yes/no) - No - but strong aftermarket with bolt-on turbo options including tuning.
Base HP - 150 or 170
Tuned HP on pump gas without internal mods - 350-400 WHP with a simple turbo kit
Auto trans option (yes/no) - Yes
Tuning and mod support (yes/no) - Yes - very plentiful
USA production numbers:
Comparison I did with the V1 powertrain:
Year available - MK5 and MK6 - 2005-2014
[ BGP/BGQ/BPR/BPS: Volkswagen Jetta (2005–2007), Volkswagen New Beetle (2006–2011), Volkswagen Rabbit (Golf Mk5) (2006–2007).
CBT/CBU: Volkswagen Beetle (A5) (2012–2014), Volkswagen Golf Mk6 (2010–2014), Volkswagen Jetta (2008–2013), Volkswagen Passat (2012–2014) ]
Donors available for less than $3000
Turbocharged (yes/no) - No - but strong aftermarket with bolt-on turbo options including tuning.
Base HP - 150 or 170
Tuned HP on pump gas without internal mods - 350-400 WHP with a simple turbo kit
Auto trans option (yes/no) - Yes
Tuning and mod support (yes/no) - Yes - very plentiful
USA production numbers:
Comparison I did with the V1 powertrain:
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Ross
Goblin Guru
I really like the DSG transmission, so your first pick would be a blast. For a second choice, my pick would be boring but I think it could be faster on a racetrack... EV drivetrain in a goblin, like Kevin did.