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Just looking for some confirmation. I have an 02 Z06 that out of nowhere started to act up. Suddenly I'm getting clutch chatter at the point of contact regardless of gear and it doesn't alway want to go into gear (3rd mostly but any gear on occasion.) I know some have had master or slave cylinder problems but I'm about 80% sure its a clutch/pressure plate/bearing issue.
I called a local chevy dealer just for kicks for an estimate. They said north of $3500 which sounds like they just don't want to do it.
Any thoughts would be appreciated. New to C5s (since January) my c3 seems much easier to do this job.
$3500 for a clutch. LOLOLOL. That is the highest I’ve ever heard. Dealers really have given up on these cars. Oem gm parts are about $700. $1000 labor is average.
Last edited by Tbone1105; Jun 8, 2020 at 08:43 PM.
$3500 for a clutch. LOLOLOL. That is the highest I’ve ever heard. Dealers really have given up on these cars. Oem gm parts are about $700. $1000 labor is average.
What a joke. Parts alone he said was $1600 because they are "hard to find" i could go ls7 clutch with new slave and master and have plenty of beer money to get it done myself. I just don't have a lift.
What a joke. Parts alone he said was $1600 because they are "hard to find" i could go ls7 clutch with new slave and master and have plenty of beer money to get it done myself. I just don't have a lift.
well, the parts are hard to find. They are discontinued! Hahahahahah. Dealer recommends LS2 clutch which is basically an exact replacement. That’s about $525, pilot bearing $15, slave $150, master $150. (You can def find those cheaper If you shop it.)
I did mine on 6-ton jack stands with no issue at all. You will need 3 or 4 floor jacks and a tranny jack is a HUGE help. If you are comfortable doing the work you will have zero issues with it at all.
I did mine on 6-ton jack stands with no issue at all. You will need 3 or 4 floor jacks and a tranny jack is a HUGE help. If you are comfortable doing the work you will have zero issues with it at all.
My cousin who also recently bought a c5 is pushing for me to do it myself. Mostly because he's planning a clutch upgrade soon and wants me to be the guinea pig. He's also got some quick jacks that should be high enough to do the job. I don't have a tranny jack but i have 3 - 3 ton jacks. It's a bit intimidating but so was the suspension overhall on my c3 and that turned out great.
My cousin who also recently bought a c5 is pushing for me to do it myself. Mostly because he's planning a clutch upgrade soon and wants me to be the guinea pig. He's also got some quick jacks that should be high enough to do the job. I don't have a tranny jack but i have 3 - 3 ton jacks. It's a bit intimidating but so was the suspension overhall on my c3 and that turned out great.
My C5 is up on Quickjacks for clutch replacement among other things, and they're definitely high enough. This was my first time dropping the C5 rear end and torque tube, it's not that bad.
I just finished clutch job on my C5 on Quick Jacks
If you search my profile I did a thread with a few recommendations
It helps to get the car high as possible, I had to yank the drivetrain again due to loose TT coupler bolts (doh!) and I managed to get the car about 1" higher with taller rubber blocks. Made a difference...
Lots of folks have done it on jack stands but BE CAREFUL: have a backup if a jack fails. I used to place addition jack / floor jack / wheel/tire 'just in case'
Your issue sounds hydraulic to me.... the stock clutch is pretty darn good. The hydraulics are known to be a weak point.
Very good thread, thanks for posting. In the thread you mentioned following the process in the digital corvette guide. Were you referring to the process in the Service Manual?
On my my 3rd round in less then 3 weeks installing a clutch slave cylinder. I bet I got the process down pact And could spell out every step lol not funny it’s sad but so true. Installed new clutch 3 weeks ago the line popped . Installed tilton 60-6105 some was wrong it would go into gear after. . Tearing it down again for the 3rd time tomorrow. I feel so spent and exhausted from the tilton install that was more difficult then the oem. The process is actually quite easy once you have replaced one before. Maybe this could help not sure.
-Disconnect Battery
- Unhook shifter by removing radio cover and arm rest back .
- Remove rear tires.
-Remove 02 sensors connectors (2)
-Undo the exhaust at the clamps. After the mid pipe separate mufflers from pipes. (2)
Remove mid pipe retainer holding bolts in the bracket. (2)
Remove bolts on exhaust to manifold 3 on each side total (6)
Remove trans connectors.
- Remove a boat load of torque tube bolts. 32 I think total never counted.
- Disconnect brake caliper to hang up on the A arm
- Remove e brake retainers.
-Remove body clips to those lines around the differential.
-Remove ( 7 ) bell housing bolts the two on top will be a headache and hurts your arms . Come prepared with a small really long extension and swivel.
- At this point you should get your adjustable stand to hold the torque tube upon removing the bell housing bolts.
-Disconnect the rear two brakes lines it has to be done sorry.
-Also you will need to support the rear differential with adjustable stand.
- Remove 2 differential bolts.
- Start to lower the rear chassis of the bolts. Inspect to ensure all lines and connectors have been removed .
Wiggle back the rear differential it should detach from
the bell housing.
Lower the bell housing towards the ground .
home free to replace the clutch/fly & slave cylinder. And reverse order .
This is by now means a install guide or how to and shouldn’t be attempted unless your familiar with your cars parts and electronics locations . Things will get broke if not properly disconnected and you should check and recheck all your work before attempting to removing the above as I take no responsibility for if someone shall cost themselves more repair bills . Steps may have been left of the work needed to be performed . This is Information purpose only and not a guide.
Generally one could prob expect a bill of about 1800 with parts and labor.
Last edited by Speedy007; Jun 9, 2020 at 11:42 PM.
My cousin who also recently bought a c5 is pushing for me to do it myself. Mostly because he's planning a clutch upgrade soon and wants me to be the guinea pig. He's also got some quick jacks that should be high enough to do the job. I don't have a tranny jack but i have 3 - 3 ton jacks. It's a bit intimidating but so was the suspension overhall on my c3 and that turned out great.
Do your self a favor and bring it to a dealer. The labor is about 1300 minus parts. You might regret you hadn’t if you perhaps hook up or pinch the linen when the bell housing gets connected. The dealer will provide a 2 year warranty on parts and labor. I am on my 3rd round now in less then a month with 300 miles on a new clutch slave cylinder . Trust me bring it to the dealer and fork over that little extra cash.
So far I’m down about 1k on labor fees from a shop that installed my line wrong . So I’m related this to a actual event experience. Go to the dealer is my best advise.
Last edited by Speedy007; Jun 10, 2020 at 05:14 PM.
Do your self a favor and bring it to a dealer. The labor is about 1300 minus parts. You might regret you hadn’t if you perhaps hook up or pinch the linen when the bell housing gets connected. The dealer will provide a 2 year warranty on parts and labor. I am on my 3rd round now in less then a month with 300 miles on a new clutch slave cylinder . Trust me bring it to the dealer and fork over that little extra cash.
So far I’m down about 1k on labor fees from a shop that installed my line wrong . So I’m related this to a actual event experience. Go to the dealer is my best advise.
dude. You’re trolling right now. Let’s be better. Pinch the linen? None of your post makes sense.
Last edited by Tbone1105; Jun 10, 2020 at 06:07 PM.
Sorry one word is miss spelled line ooops oh well. Trolling not trolling oh well what’s it to you . When people give good advice there’s always some one to go against it that’s why it a opinion on what I think is the best way so whatever boss man .
Thanks a bunch for all the info. I'm waiting to hear back from a trusted local shop. Mech was hesitant to just schedule it in. He said he's never done a clutch on a newer vette so he's going to do a bit of research first. If that doesn't pan out I'll just dive in myself.
Haven't come across something I couldn't figure out myself but have had projects I've regret jumping into.
ZO6 bad clutch
