C4 ZR1 Mechanics in the Pittsburgh PA area - ZR-1 Net Registry Forums

staminqia · 12-28-2020

Looking for a respectable and honest mechanic with experience with the C4 Zr1's in the Pittsburgh PA area. I am not looking to bring the car to a dealership unless that's my last resort. Any recommendations?

Dynomite · 12-28-2020

What are the issues with the ZR-1?
Give us a shot at it

Do not bring a ZR-1 to a dealership as the mechanics there usually have never seen an LT-5

Ccmano · 12-28-2020

Get ahold of Marc at www.Mirrockcorvette.com. He's in Saltsburg outside of Pittsburgh. While he's not a ZR-1 repair shop (he's a C4 dismantler) he owns a ZR-1 and is exceptionally knowledgeable. If nothing else he should be able to point you in the right direction. Frankly, being in Pittsburgh your not that far away from two of the best ZR-1 shops in the country, in Chicago. Marc Haibeck and Pete's Performance. It's a bit of a drive, 450mi, but worth it. Your a lot closer than most of us. People ship their cars to them from all over the world. Contact info is here...
https://www.zr1.net/forum/showthread.php?t=28634

Oh! And absolutely do not bring your Z to a dealership! They have no clue what their looking at on a 30year old car. You'll pay through the nose for them to screw it up.

H

dredgeguy · 12-29-2020

What are your issues? Our Wazoo group is not that far away in MD.

WARP TEN · 12-29-2020

Some excellent suggestions here. I certainly agree with Charlie and Hans that either Marc's shop near Chicago or the WAZOO group loosely headquartered in Maryland are excellent alternatives. If you are not mechanically inclined yourself, I would suggest shipping it to Marc for a through going through. After you get it back you will have no problems, and while that idea may at first seem expensive, it will be the best money you can spend on your ZR-1. That is what I did with both of my ZR-1s and Marc not only took care of some things I knew about, he also took care of a number that I would never have known about. Best thing to do with a newly acquired ZR-1 or one you've owned that has some problems. If you like working on the cars yourself, getting together with the WAZOO group would be an excellent experience if and when such get togethers resume. And since Mirrock is in your area that would certainly be my first stop for advice. Lastly, if you like to do things yourself, there is an incredible wealth of information in this group and on this forum to help you out. --Bob

BlackZR1 · 12-29-2020

I live in the North Hills of Pittsburgh just south of Wexford. Not a strong ZR-1 presence in our area so I would go with the suggestions already posted. I do all my own work so have never needed to find a mechanic. If you have tools and time all the answers are on this forum.
Not only are these guys knowledgeable, they are respectful to owners of all levels - a great community.
Welcome!

XfireZ51 · 12-29-2020

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Originally Posted by staminqia

Looking for a respectable and honest mechanic with experience with the C4 Zr1's in the Pittsburgh PA area. I am not looking to bring the car to a dealership unless that's my last resort. Any recommendations?

You?re not Italian are u?

Paul Workman · 01-04-2021

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Originally Posted by Ccmano

Get ahold of Marc at www.Mirrockcorvette.com. He's in Saltsburg outside of Pittsburgh. While he's not a ZR-1 repair shop (he's a C4 dismantler) he owns a ZR-1 and is exceptionally knowledgeable. If nothing else he should be able to point you in the right direction. Frankly, being in Pittsburgh your not that far away from two of the best ZR-1 shops in the country, in Chicago. Marc Haibeck and Pete's Performance. It's a bit of a drive, 450mi, but worth it. Your a lot closer than most of us. People ship their cars to them from all over the world. Contact info is here...
https://www.zr1.net/forum/showthread.php?t=28634

Oh! And absolutely do not bring your Z to a dealership! They have no clue what their looking at on a 30year old car. You'll pay through the nose for them to screw it up.

H

Couldn't agree more!^^

But like Cliff (aka Dynomite) said: What exactly is the reason to seek outside assistance? The folks on this site are among the best anywhere, far as diagnosing (from a distance) and tried and true solutions to most any issues you are having. Just a thought!

rkreigh · 01-11-2021

Marc is top notch and can set the car right.
Lots of ZR-1 folks in the PA area. What's the car need? What's wrong with it?

You might find a brother of the beast that can lend a hand.

We need some flying doctors!! the LT5 is reliable as an anvil. Most problems are pretty easy to diagnose and fix.

staminqia · 01-11-2021

I did ask Mirrock as he is only about 20 minutes from where I live but he didnt know of anyone in the near by vicinity that he would recommend. Yes there is a wealth of knownledge on this forum. As of now the car runs well with no issues but i am always looking for that specialist in case something happens. I know everyone does not like to go to dealerships but I heard of a really good LT5 mechanic that works out of Tom Henry chevrolet his first name is TIM, dont know is his last name. Yes I am Italian

12-28-2020	#1
staminqia Join Date: Dec 2020 Location: Pittsburgh Posts: 134	C4 ZR1 Mechanics in the Pittsburgh PA area Looking for a respectable and honest mechanic with experience with the C4 Zr1's in the Pittsburgh PA area. I am not looking to bring the car to a dealership unless that's my last resort. Any recommendations?

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Dynomite Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: South Dakota/California Posts: 3,788	Re: C4 ZR1 Mechanics in the Pittsburgh PA area What are the issues with the ZR-1? Give us a shot at it Do not bring a ZR-1 to a dealership as the mechanics there usually have never seen an LT-5 __________________ Left Clickable links -Solutions- LT5 Modifications/Rebuild Tricks Low Mileage ZR-1 Restoration 1990 Corvette (L98) Modifications LT5 Eliminated Systems LT5 Added Systems LT5/ZR-1 Fluids 1995 LT5 SPECIFIC TOP END REBUILD TRICKS Last edited by Dynomite; 12-28-2020 at 02:15 PM.

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Ccmano Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Sparks, NV Posts: 2,856	Re: C4 ZR1 Mechanics in the Pittsburgh PA area Get ahold of Marc at www.Mirrockcorvette.com. He's in Saltsburg outside of Pittsburgh. While he's not a ZR-1 repair shop (he's a C4 dismantler) he owns a ZR-1 and is exceptionally knowledgeable. If nothing else he should be able to point you in the right direction. Frankly, being in Pittsburgh your not that far away from two of the best ZR-1 shops in the country, in Chicago. Marc Haibeck and Pete's Performance. It's a bit of a drive, 450mi, but worth it. Your a lot closer than most of us. People ship their cars to them from all over the world. Contact info is here... https://www.zr1.net/forum/showthread.php?t=28634 Oh! And absolutely do not bring your Z to a dealership! They have no clue what their looking at on a 30year old car. You'll pay through the nose for them to screw it up. H __________________ 90'ZR-1 #1461 Red/Black Ported Intake, Degreed Cams, OBX Headers & Exhaust, Fidanza FW, Secondary Delete, Custom tune, C6 GS Wheels. Sold 08 C6 Z51 Crystal Red Metallic Sold Vararam Intake, Tune, Sold 05 C6 Z51 Red/Black Sold 90'ZR-1 #1723 Black/Gray Sold but not forgotten 91' Z51 L98 White Vert. My First, you always remember your first. Sold. Last edited by Ccmano; 12-28-2020 at 07:07 PM.

12-29-2020	#4
dredgeguy Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Ellicott City, MD Posts: 1,635	Re: C4 ZR1 Mechanics in the Pittsburgh PA area What are your issues? Our Wazoo group is not that far away in MD. __________________ Charlie __________ Dredgeguy WAZOO Member 1992 Bright Red/Black ZR1 #246 Dana 4:10 gears Polished LT5 by Haibeck Polished Fikse FM5's with Michelin Pilot Sport 2 Stainless Works headers and cats with Corsa

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WARP TEN Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Lake Bluff, IL Posts: 2,045	Re: C4 ZR1 Mechanics in the Pittsburgh PA area Some excellent suggestions here. I certainly agree with Charlie and Hans that either Marc's shop near Chicago or the WAZOO group loosely headquartered in Maryland are excellent alternatives. If you are not mechanically inclined yourself, I would suggest shipping it to Marc for a through going through. After you get it back you will have no problems, and while that idea may at first seem expensive, it will be the best money you can spend on your ZR-1. That is what I did with both of my ZR-1s and Marc not only took care of some things I knew about, he also took care of a number that I would never have known about. Best thing to do with a newly acquired ZR-1 or one you've owned that has some problems. If you like working on the cars yourself, getting together with the WAZOO group would be an excellent experience if and when such get togethers resume. And since Mirrock is in your area that would certainly be my first stop for advice. Lastly, if you like to do things yourself, there is an incredible wealth of information in this group and on this forum to help you out. --Bob __________________ 2016 Long Beach Red Z06 #10281 "POPS Z" 1995 Polo Green #409 "WARP TEN"--Haibeck 350/510 package, 4.10s, Hurst, Stock Exhaust with QTP Cutouts --Sold but still running strong 1993 Quasar Blue #161 "HIL KING" --Sold but still running strong, now with more than 120,000 miles 1967 Marlboro Maroon/Saddle Corvette Coupe 300 hp/4-spd --Sold a long time ago ZR-1 Net Registry Founding Member #95 NCM Lifetime Member Favorite Quote--Attributed to Mickey Thompson: "Too Much Horsepower is Almost Enough" Last edited by WARP TEN; 12-29-2020 at 10:25 AM.

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BlackZR1 Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 152	Re: C4 ZR1 Mechanics in the Pittsburgh PA area I live in the North Hills of Pittsburgh just south of Wexford. Not a strong ZR-1 presence in our area so I would go with the suggestions already posted. I do all my own work so have never needed to find a mechanic. If you have tools and time all the answers are on this forum. Not only are these guys knowledgeable, they are respectful to owners of all levels - a great community. Welcome! __________________ Roger 1990 ZR-1 #2699 Black on Black 15,000 miles Full-time secondaries, 4.10 gears, C-beam plates, ported top end

01-11-2021	#9
rkreigh Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Alex VA Posts: 1,087	Re: C4 ZR1 Mechanics in the Pittsburgh PA area Marc is top notch and can set the car right. Lots of ZR-1 folks in the PA area. What's the car need? What's wrong with it? You might find a brother of the beast that can lend a hand. We need some flying doctors!! the LT5 is reliable as an anvil. Most problems are pretty easy to diagnose and fix. __________________ 95 390 LPE ZR1 (505 rwhp) LSV = Lingenfelter Super Vette Twin Turbo 2003 Z06 (800 RWHP)