TB removal and then some!!!

[Roadster]

I have a very simple question and need a very simple answer[emoji848][emoji23] what is the secret to remove the actuator from the top of the shocks....I removed the spring clip....and I realize that they have been on there forever...and I have some ideas on what to do...but sometimes my ideas turn into destruction...[emoji38].....so what do you recommend....thanks for any info....[emoji16][emoji16]20210616_200948.jpg

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[WARP TEN]

Tom as I recall after you remove the spring clip you simply pull up on the actuator gently. Here is one write up from Dynomite's "Solutions" section about it:

http://www.zr1.net/forum/showthread.php?t=19300

Others may chime in but I think that is it. --Bob

[1991 Corvette ZR-1]

If I remember, the retainer wire is taken out and the solenoid should lift off. Rotating it some by hand as you pull up may help.

[Roadster]

Thanks WARP TEN (Bob) and 1991 Corvette ZR-1 also....for the tips....
I sprayed the left shock and let it sit over a few nights...but I don't think that it made any difference....as I did what was suggested and pulled up and slightly applying more force and it came off...rightside came off in a few seconds.... .both leftside and rightside gears...and inside both cups.....looking in great shape...although rightside has more inside crud.....20210618_145519.jpg20210618_145543.jpg20210618_150057.jpg20210618_150132.jpg

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[Roadster]

LF steering knuckle removed....needs a good cleaning to look like new again....wheel hub spins freely in both directions..with no bearing noises.....so no need to change out the hub/bearing assembly....both ball joints were checked before removal....and no excess movement was found...
lower ball joint cover needs replacement...as it is ripped....
Moving along...control arm removal is next....[emoji16][emoji16]20210618_230746.jpg20210618_230727.jpg20210618_230656.jpg

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[Roadster]

Just arrived today...looking forward to the install... should be interesting...[emoji16][emoji16]20210621_213907.jpg

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[Roadster]

More progress made this afternoon...steering knuckles and upper control arms removed... was debating on whether or not to replace the ball joints...but decided it would be the best thing to do now...both uppers did not feel smooth at all...along with one bottom joint...just did not move freely from side-to-side....no real play in any of them....but now is the time for replacement....plus more cleaning needed for sure...20210624_165627.jpg20210624_165605.jpg20210624_165642.jpg

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[Flyman 27]

If you haven't purchased your ball joints & tie rods yet, I can recommend Holly's line of "ProForged" products. Very well made & not too pricey.
If you decide to try them, buy directly off the Holly website, everyone else drop ships them.

[Roadster]

Originally Posted by Flyman 27

If you haven't purchased your ball joints & tie rods yet, I can recommend Holly's line of "ProForged" products. Very well made & not too pricey.
If you decide to try them, buy directly off the Holly website, everyone else drop ships them.

Thanks Flyman 27......DL Merrill in the ZR-1 FB Group also recommended the same...and to also buy from Holley.....I imagine they would also arrive sooner..

[DRM500RUBYZR-1]

Tom,
May my ZR-1 be next please?
I will include months ( years) of beer and doughnuts!
GREAT WORK!

Marty