ZR-1 Engine Noises
03-02-2014, 07:58 AM
#1
Instructor
Thread Starter
ZR-1 Engine Noises
Morning all,
I went to look at a 1990 Z yesterday and noticed that the engine wasn't as smooth as I expected it to be and the motor had what sounded like a top end rattle when you stabbed the gas and it returned to idle. I was under the impression these were super smooth engines. Car seemed to have plenty of power.
Any insight?
Tony
I went to look at a 1990 Z yesterday and noticed that the engine wasn't as smooth as I expected it to be and the motor had what sounded like a top end rattle when you stabbed the gas and it returned to idle. I was under the impression these were super smooth engines. Car seemed to have plenty of power.
Any insight?
Tony
Last edited by 74L82AirRoadster; 03-02-2014 at 08:01 AM.
03-02-2014, 09:03 AM
#3
1994 Admiral Blue ZZZZZR1
Morning all,
I went to look at a 1990 Z yesterday and noticed that the engine wasn't as smooth as I expected it to be and the motor had what sounded like a top end rattle when you stabbed the gas and it returned to idle. I was under the impression these were super smooth engines. Car seemed to have plenty of power.
Any insight?
Tony
I went to look at a 1990 Z yesterday and noticed that the engine wasn't as smooth as I expected it to be and the motor had what sounded like a top end rattle when you stabbed the gas and it returned to idle. I was under the impression these were super smooth engines. Car seemed to have plenty of power.
Any insight?
Tony
If you are seriously considering buying this car, I'd be happy to come and do a full inspection of the car for you
It likely needs basic maintenance (injectors / plugs / wires / pumps).
Shoot me a pm and I'd be glad to discuss the car
David
03-02-2014, 09:20 AM
#4
Tech Contributor
I am not sure what pumps we are talking about? Vacuum leaks and vacuum pump high rate of cycling I know which is sometimes normal for a vacuum system 20 years old and not maintained (an easy fix).
ZR-1 inspection TIPS
Last edited by Dynomite; 03-02-2014 at 09:27 AM.
03-02-2014, 12:19 PM
#5
1994 Admiral Blue ZZZZZR1
David will do a great inspection for you
I am not sure what pumps we are talking about? Vacuum leaks and vacuum pump high rate of cycling I know which is sometimes normal for a vacuum system 20 years old and not maintained (an easy fix).
ZR-1 inspection TIPS
Concur
I am not sure what pumps we are talking about? Vacuum leaks and vacuum pump high rate of cycling I know which is sometimes normal for a vacuum system 20 years old and not maintained (an easy fix).
ZR-1 inspection TIPS
Concur
Cliff
Fuel pumps and fuel filter
David
03-02-2014, 02:14 PM
#6
Race Director
If the car has a miss,not running on all cylinders the cam chains-flywheel will rattle,sounds like a mild rod knock.The injectors go out in these early cars,not a question of if but when.
03-03-2014, 08:11 AM
#8
Instructor
Thread Starter
Thanks for the replies guys I appreciate it and a big Thank You to David for the offer to inspect it. It looks like the car has sold anyway. It was priced right at 11,500, but more than I wanted to tackle honestly. I'd rather spend a little more money and get something that's ready to go.
David, if I find something the peaks my interest I will contact you
Tony
David, if I find something the peaks my interest I will contact you
Tony
03-03-2014, 12:01 PM
#9
1994 Admiral Blue ZZZZZR1
Thanks for the replies guys I appreciate it and a big Thank You to David for the offer to inspect it. It looks like the car has sold anyway. It was priced right at 11,500, but more than I wanted to tackle honestly. I'd rather spend a little more money and get something that's ready to go.
David, if I find something the peaks my interest I will contact you
Tony
David, if I find something the peaks my interest I will contact you
Tony
Wow. $11,500????
I'd be glad to help with any advise / inspection
It's a buyers market!
David
03-03-2014, 02:12 PM
#10
Instructor
Thread Starter
If I find something else that fits the bill, I wil be calling on your services
Tony