C4 General Discussion General C4 Corvette Discussion not covered in Tech

Removed ABS pump, does it have any value?

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Apr 29, 2011 | 11:09 AM
  #1  
Churchkey's Avatar
Churchkey
Thread Starter
Melting Slicks
10 Year Member
 
Joined: Sep 2008
Posts: 2,376
Likes: 110
From: Cherokee National Forest TN
Default Removed ABS pump, does it have any value?

Will call it a core, don't know if it works, system never did since I owned the car.

Eliminated the ABS & plumbed the system for standard power brakes.
Reply
Old Apr 29, 2011 | 02:56 PM
  #2  
cuengineer's Avatar
cuengineer
Pro
 
Joined: Jan 2011
Posts: 580
Likes: 8
From: Clemson SC
Default

Not sure if it has any value, but apparently I have the same problem that you had with ABS since I got my '88. I originally had a short in the ABS relay which caused one of the fuses to blow. I fixed that but have not progressed to actually fixing the ABS system and have been trying to decide if it worth it. How difficult was eliminating it? Also, would you have the ABS relay that is in the just below the compartment behind the driver's seat? If so, are you interested in selling it if I decide that I want to try to fix my ABS? Thanks, John
Reply
Old Apr 29, 2011 | 03:06 PM
  #3  
Aardwolf's Avatar
Aardwolf
Race Director
20 Year Member
Liked
Loved
Community Favorite
 
Joined: Jun 2004
Posts: 13,922
Likes: 700
From: WI
Default

On my track car I took the ABS out and sold it. I don't believe it was worth that much. Check my thread in the for sale section.

I made a thread on plumbing the lines without ABS, again check my threads started (tech section for this one).
Reply
Old Apr 29, 2011 | 05:52 PM
  #4  
Churchkey's Avatar
Churchkey
Thread Starter
Melting Slicks
10 Year Member
 
Joined: Sep 2008
Posts: 2,376
Likes: 110
From: Cherokee National Forest TN
Default

Originally Posted by cuengineer
Not sure if it has any value, but apparently I have the same problem that you had with ABS since I got my '88. I originally had a short in the ABS relay which caused one of the fuses to blow. I fixed that but have not progressed to actually fixing the ABS system and have been trying to decide if it worth it. How difficult was eliminating it? Also, would you have the ABS relay that is in the just below the compartment behind the driver's seat? If so, are you interested in selling it if I decide that I want to try to fix my ABS? Thanks, John
There are 2 relays attached to the ABS pump, a spring strap that is retained by a screw holds them in place. If those are the ones you need they are yours no charge just pay shipping. I do not know if they are any good. 4.05 should cover priority mail. PM for details if I can assist.

There is a way to create a jumper connection for the brake lines in the well that the ABS pump used to live in check Aardwolf's post(s).

I cut most of the lines out of the chassis. Flared & bent the original front lines & attached them to a tee. Plumbed a new line for the front from the master cylinder to the tee. It all fits nicely between the heat shield & frame.

For the rear I left the original line from the master to the rear. After it makes a 90* bend toward the center of the car I flared it & installed a line splice fitting. A new line was fabricated from the line splice to the manual adjustable brake bias valve. The valve is mounted to a 1/4" aluminum plate that now covers the hole that the ABS mount/bottom cover was bolted to. I plumbed a new line from the bias valve to the junction block for the rear @ the left rear frame kick up.

Do not know if an adjustable bias valve is required however last year I installed the DRM spring in the master cylinder for more rear brake. May need the adjustable valve, may not but I now have the option to dial rear brake in or out.

If I still do not have enough brake to smoke all 4 tires when I want I will keep the stock brake pedal, rip the rest of the system out & go aftermarket.

Rotors are true & indexed to the hubs, SS hoses, calipers are rebuilt, booster #3 just installed along with new softer pads. It has the J55 brake option, it should stop.
Reply

Get notified of new replies

To Removed ABS pump, does it have any value?





All times are GMT -4. The time now is 01:21 AM.

story-0
2027 Corvette vs The World: Every Model vs Closest Competitor

Slideshow: 2027 Corvette lineup vs the world.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-04-20 17:58:41


VIEW MORE
story-1
10 Most Common Corvette Problems of the Last 20 Years!

Slideshow: 10 major Corvette problems from the last 20 years.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-04-14 16:37:05


VIEW MORE
story-2
5 MOST and 5 LEAST Popular Corvette Model Years in History!

Slideshow: 5 most and least popular Corvette model years.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-04-08 13:25:01


VIEW MORE
story-3
2027 Corvette Buyer's Guide: Everything You Need to Know!

Slideshow: 2027 Corvette buyer's guide

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-04-17 16:41:08


VIEW MORE
story-4
10 Things C8 Corvette Owners Hate (But Won't Tell You)

Slideshow: 10 things C8 Corvette owners hate, but won't tell you.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-04-01 18:36:07


VIEW MORE
story-5
10 Best Corvettes Coming to Barrett-Jackson Palm Beach 2026!

Slideshow: Should you add one of these incredible Corvettes to your garage?

By Brett Foote | 2026-04-01 18:14:05


VIEW MORE
story-6
Every Corvette Grand Sport Explained! (C2, C4, C6, C7, & C8)

Slideshow: Every Corvette Grand Sport explained

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-03-26 07:13:44


VIEW MORE
story-7
Grand Sport & Grand Sport X Launch Alongside All-New 535hp LS6 V8!

Slideshow: Breaking down the 2027 Grand Sport, Grand Sport X, Stingray, and LS6 V8.

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-03-26 13:48:45


VIEW MORE
story-8
5 Reasons Bad Drivers Crash & 5 Ways to Avoid a Costly Mistake!

Slideshow: 5 reasons bad drivers crash sports cars & 5 ways to avoid a costly shame!

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-03-25 16:32:55


VIEW MORE
story-9
7 Bolt-On Upgrades From Extreme Online Store to Level Up Your C6 Corvette

Slideshow: Check out these easy-to-install upgrades from Extreme Online Store that reshape the look and feel of the C6 Corvette.

By Pouria Savadkouei | 2026-03-23 17:00:27


VIEW MORE