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Jeffvette
11-10-2007, 01:30 AM
Z Factor, move this to the new section when it gets created.

These are the tools that no ZR-1 owner should be with out. These are the common everyday tools that will make your life much simpler.

1) Factory Service Manual – This will be the best 125.00 you will spend in maintaining your car. It will be your bible. Mark pages, index it and get to know it.
2) DVM or Digital Volt Meter – Essential in working with electrical problems.
3) Paper clip – Yes a paperclip. This little 2 cent item will be pivotal in helping you retrieve those codes. I leave mine in the center console just in case I need it while on the road.
4) Vacuum pump – Self explanatory… Secondary system


Now onto the other tools, these are tools in addition to your normal mechanics set of standard and metric sockets and wrenches. Also make sure you have a adequate torque wrench in ½” and 3/8” size. I’ll break this down into sections. All tool part numbers listed are Snap On.

Transmission:
1) 17mm Hex Socket # SAM17A or CPT110A
2) Fluid transfer pump (putting new oil in)

Engine:
1) Long T40 FTXL40E2 for OEM bolts on the plenum. If you have the stainless socket head bolts you will need FAML6E.
2) Long needle nose pliers to help with connections under the plenum.
3) Oxygen sensor wrench SWR1 or socket S6176
4) Fuel pressure gauge.

Differential:
1} 9mm “L” shaped Allen key
2) Fluid transfer pump. (taking old fluid out/putting new oil in)
PDQ ZR-1
11-10-2007, 12:32 PM
Great post! This is the kind of information us rookies can use.=D>
1990 quasar blue
11-10-2007, 05:17 PM
Great post Jeff. Here is the FSM for 105.00

http://www.helminc.com/helm/Result.asp?Style=&Mfg=GMC&Make=CHV&Model=CVET&Year=1990&Category=&Keyword=&Module=&mscsid=E5U7XGHVJS3A8K691BJ6HQ7GUF7WF0EB

Mike
Jeffvette
11-10-2007, 05:23 PM
Great post Jeff. Here is the FSM for 105.00

http://www.helminc.com/helm/Result.asp?Style=&Mfg=GMC&Make=CHV&Model=CVET&Year=1990&Category=&Keyword=&Module=&mscsid=E5U7XGHVJS3A8K691BJ6HQ7GUF7WF0EB

Mike

It's roughly 20 bucks for shipping and handling :D
1990 quasar blue
11-10-2007, 05:57 PM
It's roughly 20 bucks for shipping and handling :D
Nah, I tell everyone to forward all shipping charges to PNWZR1. So far, so good.
win1876
11-10-2007, 08:00 PM
Are you saying to have a spare vacuum pump on hand?

Thanks, Bill
Jagdpanzer
11-10-2007, 08:43 PM
Where is a good source for the vacuum pump?
Hammer
11-10-2007, 09:28 PM
Wally World, about $8.00.
Sorry guys, I was referring to the fluid transfer pump not the vaccum pump.
tomtom72
11-11-2007, 09:50 AM
Are you saying to have a spare vacuum pump on hand?

Thanks, Bill

Bill, Jeff is talking about a hand powered pump that is used to apply vacuum to vacuum operated parts. It's a valuable addition to the tool box.

Sears sells them, Mity-Vac is one brand name. Comes in plastic & metal versions. Ya can get one at any auto parts store too.

:thumbsup:
win1876
11-11-2007, 09:56 AM
Bill, Jeff is talking about a hand powered pump that is used to apply vacuum to vacuum operated parts. It's a valuable addition to the tool box.

Sears sells them, Mity-Vac is one brand name. Comes in plastic & metal versions. Ya can get one at any auto parts store too.

:thumbsup:


Thanks Tom,=D>
A26B
11-11-2007, 11:28 AM
Great job Jeff!!
To this list, I would recommend adding a fuel pressure gauge.
Autozone's is a decent enough product.
Aurora40
11-11-2007, 11:33 AM
I'd add to that these:

Remote hose clamp tool, and a magnetic pickup tool
bradslt5
11-11-2007, 03:20 PM
what tools are needed to do a head gaket on these cars .? this is in my near future . also where can i purchase them . thnakyou for any help
gbrtng
11-11-2007, 06:18 PM
left-handed monkey wrench - English or metric is OK. :sign10:
bradslt5
11-11-2007, 07:35 PM
sorry for the ugly spelling . gotta start wearing these dumb glasses. does anyone know what special tools are needed for changing a head gasket and where can one buy them .thank you for any guidence you can give
Jeffvette
11-11-2007, 08:17 PM
I'd add to that these:

Remote hose clamp tool, and a magnetic pickup tool

You don't use zebra clamps?

And the magnetic pick up tool should already be in your tool box. Just remember it won't pick up the stainless socket cap bolts.
TonyTZR1
12-04-2007, 08:15 PM
Great information on the tool list. I was thinking of getting an ODB-1 scanner. Where could I buy one and how much woud it cost?
Jeffvette
12-04-2007, 08:50 PM
Tony, the best you can buy would be a Vetronix Tech 1. It is bimodal and can control the engine and certain other functions. It is not just a scanner.