Goblin Works Garage on Quest
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Tony427 said:
DippedHeadlights said:
I've given up totally with this formulaic ad filled annoying nonsense - which applies to pretty much everything on Quest.
The future is Youtube, that's the only place I watch car stuff now - because there is so much of it and it is so good - and honest.
If you haven't dipped your toe there yet start with Project Binky
Other favourites of mine include Hoovies garage and Weston Champlin for some authentic Mid west truck spannering. After binge watching Barn Find Hunter I have promised myself a visit and a mooch around the dry states for a British classic. The future is Youtube, that's the only place I watch car stuff now - because there is so much of it and it is so good - and honest.
If you haven't dipped your toe there yet start with Project Binky
Harry’s Garage and now Harrys farm.
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The Mustang looked quite nice. Well, it did until they started working on it.
I wish someone would explain to them that sometimes less is more and one of those times is when you are thinking of folding up some aluminium and riveting it to your boot lid.
Lucky that yet again they managed to "sell" it to someone they know, I'll look forward to all of these cars they have sold coming up for sale at the same time at the end of the series.
Because of the age of the car they finally have a reason to be driving one of their cars on the public roads without an MOT although the DVLA still think its red.
I wish someone would explain to them that sometimes less is more and one of those times is when you are thinking of folding up some aluminium and riveting it to your boot lid.
Lucky that yet again they managed to "sell" it to someone they know, I'll look forward to all of these cars they have sold coming up for sale at the same time at the end of the series.
Because of the age of the car they finally have a reason to be driving one of their cars on the public roads without an MOT although the DVLA still think its red.
Steve126 said:
The Mustang looked quite nice. Well, it did until they started working on it.
I wish someone would explain to them that sometimes less is more and one of those times is when you are thinking of folding up some aluminium and riveting it to your boot lid.
Lucky that yet again they managed to "sell" it to someone they know, I'll look forward to all of these cars they have sold coming up for sale at the same time at the end of the series.
Because of the age of the car they finally have a reason to be driving one of their cars on the public roads without an MOT although the DVLA still think its red.
Not just me that did an MoT check then I wish someone would explain to them that sometimes less is more and one of those times is when you are thinking of folding up some aluminium and riveting it to your boot lid.
Lucky that yet again they managed to "sell" it to someone they know, I'll look forward to all of these cars they have sold coming up for sale at the same time at the end of the series.
Because of the age of the car they finally have a reason to be driving one of their cars on the public roads without an MOT although the DVLA still think its red.
What was going on with that bike too ?!
Grahamdub said:
What was going on with that bike too ?!
I believe it was a Yamaha MT07. Normally has around 70BHP. Apparenlty they turbo charged it & added NOS, so power was upped to 170BHP. Wonder how long the engine will last before going pop, or perhaps the gearbox, clutch, etc. Then they put on some drag-race swing arm. Advertising gimmick for Yamaha Europe - I can't really see the point. As for the unfinished fairing - what a joke....Biker 1 said:
Grahamdub said:
What was going on with that bike too ?!
I believe it was a Yamaha MT07. Normally has around 70BHP. Apparenlty they turbo charged it & added NOS, so power was upped to 170BHP. Wonder how long the engine will last before going pop, or perhaps the gearbox, clutch, etc. Then they put on some drag-race swing arm. Advertising gimmick for Yamaha Europe - I can't really see the point. As for the unfinished fairing - what a joke....
As much as I still enjoy this terrible programme, there are two things about it that drive me mad and that I'm surprised nobody else has commented on.
The first is when Helen is on her own doing a piece to camera about the car or the importance of the reputation of their business that doesn't exist, she has a habit of waving her hands around in front of her as if they were being operated by a puppeteer on a platform above. Once you've noticed it, you can't ignore it.
The second is the way Jimmy goes "Woo hoo hoo hoo hoo hoo hoooooooooooooooooo" every time he is happy about something. Unfortunately this programme seems to make him very happy.
The first is when Helen is on her own doing a piece to camera about the car or the importance of the reputation of their business that doesn't exist, she has a habit of waving her hands around in front of her as if they were being operated by a puppeteer on a platform above. Once you've noticed it, you can't ignore it.
The second is the way Jimmy goes "Woo hoo hoo hoo hoo hoo hoooooooooooooooooo" every time he is happy about something. Unfortunately this programme seems to make him very happy.
Edited by Steve126 on Friday 13th September 14:05
Steve126 said:
As much as I still enjoy this terrible programme, there are two thinks about it that drive me mad and that I'm surprised nobody else has commented on.
The first is when Helen is on her own doing a piece to camera about the car or the importance of the reputation of their business that doesn't exist, she has a habit of waving her hands around in front of her as if they were being operated by a puppeteer on a platform above. Once you've noticed it, you can't ignore it.
The second is the way Jimmy goes "Woo hoo hoo hoo hoo hoo hoooooooooooooooooo" every time he his happy about something. Unfortunately this programme seems to make him very happy.
Funny you should mention that - I thought it was just me! And as for his fThe first is when Helen is on her own doing a piece to camera about the car or the importance of the reputation of their business that doesn't exist, she has a habit of waving her hands around in front of her as if they were being operated by a puppeteer on a platform above. Once you've noticed it, you can't ignore it.
The second is the way Jimmy goes "Woo hoo hoo hoo hoo hoo hoooooooooooooooooo" every time he his happy about something. Unfortunately this programme seems to make him very happy.
king tt beard - either have a proper beard, or shave, but this halfway house bks is ste.A drag race that results in a seized engine? How can ‘flooring it’ so hard cause that? bks. The ‘you broke it, so you own’ doesn’t hold water. Why not offer to fix the engine? It’s supposed to be a racing car, what you supposed to do with, just polish and clean it? Then. arguing about buying the car, apparently their reputation was in jeopardy. Surprise, surprise, you haven’t got one. So, engine out, Jimmy reveals a V8 engine has 2 rows of 4 cylinders in V8 form. No kidding!! Engine stripped, big end bearing failure. Must say it’s the weirdest looking big end bearing shell I’ve seen, looks more like a combined bearing and thrust face. Cause, in my opinion, either semi knackerd engine in the first place, an oil issue, starvation, pump failure. Jimmy’s 500° engine temp estimate was complete bks, so was his explanation of what the bearings do as well. No attempt at measuring the cranks bearings to see if they’re ok. Maybe a new set of shells, thorough engine cleanout check out the oil system and it would’ve been good to go. At the most, a crank re-grind. Oh no, the Goblin experts decree a new engine for £7,000!!
Onwards, super stylist/designer tattoo lady draws out her ideas, and we get? A hood scoop, and bloody awful looking, (non) aerodynamic boot spoiler. Their own work? The engine turned dash board. You can buy that stuff ready done, just cut it out! A st rear spoiler, that’s going to improve the handing on a 50yr old car with leaf spring rear suspension!! The hood scoop appeared out of nowhere. Then £7,000 engine arrives. For a bog standard engine? Quick look at Ebay reveals they were ripped off. Didn’t see it fitted. Tried to start it with a knackered battery, mini drama. ‘A good job guys’ according to Jimmy, when finishing up. What, bolting an engine in? Then it’s off to be re-painted, by someone else again. Appears later painted, and with a new front (ugly) bumper. New seats. Tattoo lady goes to a powder coating company with wheels, and ‘does a bit’. Goes to Ford meet, and sell for £47,000. To suspect fake buyer.
PS. Ignored the bike bit annoying and irrelevant.
So, actual interesting PH enthusiast content. Zero.
ks. The ‘you broke it, so you own’ doesn’t hold water. Why not offer to fix the engine? It’s supposed to be a racing car, what you supposed to do with, just polish and clean it? Then. arguing about buying the car, apparently their reputation was in jeopardy. Surprise, surprise, you haven’t got one. So, engine out, Jimmy reveals a V8 engine has 2 rows of 4 cylinders in V8 form. No kidding!! Engine stripped, big end bearing failure. Must say it’s the weirdest looking big end bearing shell I’ve seen, looks more like a combined bearing and thrust face. Cause, in my opinion, either semi knackerd engine in the first place, an oil issue, starvation, pump failure. Jimmy’s 500° engine temp estimate was complete bks, so was his explanation of what the bearings do as well. No attempt at measuring the cranks bearings to see if they’re ok. Maybe a new set of shells, thorough engine cleanout check out the oil system and it would’ve been good to go. At the most, a crank re-grind. Oh no, the Goblin experts decree a new engine for £7,000!!Onwards, super stylist/designer tattoo lady draws out her ideas, and we get? A hood scoop, and bloody awful looking, (non) aerodynamic boot spoiler. Their own work? The engine turned dash board. You can buy that stuff ready done, just cut it out! A s
t rear spoiler, that’s going to improve the handing on a 50yr old car with leaf spring rear suspension!! The hood scoop appeared out of nowhere. Then £7,000 engine arrives. For a bog standard engine? Quick look at Ebay reveals they were ripped off. Didn’t see it fitted. Tried to start it with a knackered battery, mini drama. ‘A good job guys’ according to Jimmy, when finishing up. What, bolting an engine in? Then it’s off to be re-painted, by someone else again. Appears later painted, and with a new front (ugly) bumper. New seats. Tattoo lady goes to a powder coating company with wheels, and ‘does a bit’. Goes to Ford meet, and sell for £47,000. To suspect fake buyer.PS. Ignored the bike bit annoying and irrelevant.
So, actual interesting PH enthusiast content. Zero.
RC1807 said:
Biker 1 said:
Excellent rant sir!!!!This isn't a business with any reputation.
Well, OK, it has a s
t rep! IIRC they bought the Mustang for £30k (?)
Sold it for £47.
So for wow factor "made" £17K
minus. 7000 for the engine
Minus the cost of the paint job, powder coating, materials, oils and consumables, an additional seat, transportation costs, etc.
And you aren't left with enough gross profit to pay 3 people's wages and overheads.
Business, my arse.
Richard-390a0 said:
suffolk009 said:
Would anybody on here, spending their own money, ever consider hiring them to build something for you?
Only if they had to team up with Mario & Bernie of Classic Car Rescue for a truely sh*t job!!!!Gassing Station | TV, Film, Video Streaming & Radio | Top of Page | What's New | My Stuff