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AlbanyBrian · 11-02-2023

1993 #135 in now off the road for the winter. The project list is:
+) F/R wheel bearing/hubs (completed, AC Delco golds used as replacements)
+) Pinion seal replacement
+) Steering column pivot pin replacement
So one project checked off the list and a couple more to go. Before removing the old bearing/hubs I measured deflection at the wheel rim lip. All 4 had noticeable deflections when off the ground and moved by hand. Ranged from 0.025? to 0.040?. One rear came apart when removed from the knuckle. Not sure all 4 are the originals, but now all are fresh.

Brian

-=Jeff=- · 11-03-2023

My winter projects:
1) finish wiring in the Microphone for hands free.
2) update my Custom DIC LCD code/hardware
3) replace broken trim in hatch
4) install and tune a DSP for my Audio system

tiegsd · 11-04-2023

The list:
1. Finish wheel well and suspension cleanup
2. Finish brake caliper & rotor refurb/upgrade
3. Oil & Filter replace
4. Replace O2 sensors
5. Replace PCV valves
6. Finish wheel restoration & tire replacement
7. Put new targa top on
8. Reattach rear Corvette logo
9. Repaint & install front license plate cover
10. Post pics and have a beer & cigar

mpiecyk · 11-05-2023

tiegsd,
I like number (10) the best of all!

WARP TEN · 11-05-2023

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Originally Posted by mpiecyk

tiegsd,
I like number (10) the best of all!

I agree Mike--In fact, I think I would make this number 1 before I start into a list like that. While I have no list of car projects, I do have to do the annual maintenance on my 1950's Lionel trains layout over the winter. Skipped it last year so it is really needed now. About 600 wheels need cleaning and oiling, plus greasing of gears, wiping down all the track with automotive brake cleaner, the usual repairs to engines and accessories that are running sluggishly, etc. Keeps me off the streets but at least I don't have to do it in a cold garage. --Bob

Mystic ZR-1 · 11-05-2023

Maybe this will be the year that I pull the Bose
head unit and send it to Dr Don to fix the CD player?
I've threatened to do this every Winter for the 15 years
I've owned the car! I normally listen to the AM news
station, so it really hasn't been a problem.....

GOLDCYLON · 11-05-2023

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mystic ZR-1

Maybe this will be the year that I pull the Bose
head unit and send it to Dr Don to fix the CD player?
I've threatened to do this every Winter for the 15 years
I've owned the car! I normally listen to the AM news
station, so it really hasn't been a problem.....

Or buy a FM transmitter / BT transmitter

Matt B · 11-07-2023

Seems #10 has a magical attraction to it as a similar item is on my list, too [emoji6]

However, as I had to replace all suspension bushings, rear wheel bearings, front tie rod ends, all ignition coils, front left Bose amp and battery this year and did the heater core end of '22 my ZR is looking forward to a relaxing winter with no projects.

It's nice when things just work, and I don't want to jeopardize this great feeling

I'll focus on the older Audi unicorn I acquired some months ago. This thing needs a lot of attention - and hard work - to become what it deserves to be. Drinks and cigars included

Mikey · 11-07-2023

My projects for the '91 ZR-1:

1) replace the battery
2) drive the car
3) drive the car some more
4) drive the car even more
5) re-fill the gas tank, drive some more

My garage expansion is making progress so this will help facilitate having all the cars "jump in and go" ready so that any good morning I have the opportunity to drive I can just gooooo..

tiegsd · 11-11-2023

Quote:

Originally Posted by mpiecyk

tiegsd,
I like number (10) the best of all!

These aren't necessarily listed in order.

11-03-2023	#2
-=Jeff=- Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Bartlett, IL Posts: 7,131	Re: Winter projects My winter projects: 1) finish wiring in the Microphone for hands free. 2) update my Custom DIC LCD code/hardware 3) replace broken trim in hatch 4) install and tune a DSP for my Audio system __________________ 1990 Corvette ZR-1 #1051 Watson Headers (2" Primary) - 3" Magnaflow Bullet cats - LT4 Catback Late Model IH - Plenum Coilovers - 4.10s Custom Interior NCM Lifetime Member #978

11-04-2023	#3
tiegsd Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: West Chester, PA Posts: 361	Re: Winter projects The list: 1. Finish wheel well and suspension cleanup 2. Finish brake caliper & rotor refurb/upgrade 3. Oil & Filter replace 4. Replace O2 sensors 5. Replace PCV valves 6. Finish wheel restoration & tire replacement 7. Put new targa top on 8. Reattach rear Corvette logo 9. Repaint & install front license plate cover 10. Post pics and have a beer & cigar __________________ 1990 Black/Black ZR-1 #1155 1993 White/Red coupe (Regrettably sold)

11-05-2023	#4
mpiecyk Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: Bartlett Illinois Posts: 186	Re: Winter projects tiegsd, I like number (10) the best of all!

11-05-2023	#6
Mystic ZR-1 Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Mystic CT Posts: 2,589	Re: Winter projects Maybe this will be the year that I pull the Bose head unit and send it to Dr Don to fix the CD player? I've threatened to do this every Winter for the 15 years I've owned the car! I normally listen to the AM news station, so it really hasn't been a problem.....

11-07-2023	#8
Matt B Join Date: Jan 2021 Location: Beautiful Bavaria Posts: 517	Re: Winter projects Seems #10 has a magical attraction to it as a similar item is on my list, too [emoji6] However, as I had to replace all suspension bushings, rear wheel bearings, front tie rod ends, all ignition coils, front left Bose amp and battery this year and did the heater core end of '22 my ZR is looking forward to a relaxing winter with no projects. It's nice when things just work, and I don't want to jeopardize this great feeling I'll focus on the older Audi unicorn I acquired some months ago. This thing needs a lot of attention - and hard work - to become what it deserves to be. Drinks and cigars included __________________ ZR-1 #638/1991 Last edited by Matt B; 11-07-2023 at 01:49 AM.

11-02-2023	#1
AlbanyBrian Join Date: Feb 2023 Location: Albany, Oregon Posts: 23	Winter projects 1993 #135 in now off the road for the winter. The project list is: +) F/R wheel bearing/hubs (completed, AC Delco golds used as replacements) +) Pinion seal replacement +) Steering column pivot pin replacement So one project checked off the list and a couple more to go. Before removing the old bearing/hubs I measured deflection at the wheel rim lip. All 4 had noticeable deflections when off the ground and moved by hand. Ranged from 0.025? to 0.040?. One rear came apart when removed from the knuckle. Not sure all 4 are the originals, but now all are fresh. Brian

11-07-2023	#9
Mikey Join Date: Jul 2020 Location: Nashville TN Posts: 299	Re: Winter projects My projects for the '91 ZR-1: 1) replace the battery 2) drive the car 3) drive the car some more 4) drive the car even more 5) re-fill the gas tank, drive some more My garage expansion is making progress so this will help facilitate having all the cars "jump in and go" ready so that any good morning I have the opportunity to drive I can just gooooo..