ZR-1 Net Registry Forums  

Go Back   ZR-1 Net Registry Forums > C4 ZR-1 > C4 ZR-1 General Postings

Reply
 
Thread Tools Display Modes
Old 06-01-2019   #1
Subfixer
 
Subfixer's Avatar
 
Join Date: Sep 2018
Location: Groton, CT
Posts: 384
Default Got lucky this morning...

Started up the car to go to a show and there was a strong smell of gas.


There was a big leak around the fuel pressure regulator.
Glad it didn't fail while I was on the highway this morning.


I had changed the injectors and all the fuel line O-rings last month and had no issues. Started smelling gas after I changed the original fuel filter a couple of weeks ago, but could not find a leak anywhere.


Just did a 200 mile run last weekend with no issues.


At least I know my plenum drain isn't clogged...…..


Another plenum pull tomorrow.
__________________
1992 ZR1 #442, 2 tops, White, White, Haibeck 415, 3.90 gear, Coilovers
2018 Audi RS5, 2.9 V6 Twin Turbo, Auto, Black, Black
2021 Audi Q3, 2.0T, 8 spd Tiptronic, Navarro Blue metallic, Pearl Beige
Subfixer is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 06-02-2019   #2
Dynomite
 
Dynomite's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2009
Location: South Dakota/California
Posts: 3,797
Default Re: Got lucky this morning...

Post 281 - The Improved LT5 Fuel Pressure Regulator


Last edited by Dynomite; 06-02-2019 at 09:20 AM.
Dynomite is online now   Reply With Quote
Old 06-02-2019   #3
-=Jeff=-
 
-=Jeff=-'s Avatar
 
Join Date: Jul 2007
Location: Bartlett, IL
Posts: 7,169
Default Re: Got lucky this morning...

I agree with dynomite.. I replaced mine this year, before it could break..
__________________
1990 Corvette ZR-1 #1051
Watson Headers (2" Primary) - Flowmaster Cats - Borla Catback
Late Model IH - Plenum
Coilovers - 4.10s
Custom Interior
NCM Lifetime Member #978
-=Jeff=- is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 06-05-2019   #4
32valvZ
 
32valvZ's Avatar
 
Join Date: Nov 2007
Location: Sunshine State
Posts: 1,071
Default Re: Got lucky this morning...

Quote:
Originally Posted by -=Jeff=- View Post
I agree with dynomite.. I replaced mine this year, before it could break..
what was the price on that if you dont mind my asking...
__________________
[B]1990 #2815[/B]
[COLOR="Red"][B]Red/Red[/B][/COLOR]
Ported Plenum & IH (by Pete)
Haibeck Chip
Rebuilt FPR (by Phil)
FIC Injectors
Watson LT Headers
3" Stainless Works exhaust
Lingenfelter Open Air Lid
Bill B Built Transmission
Shifter & C Beam Plates


[FONT=Impact][COLOR=red]1992 [COLOR=black]#[/COLOR] 091[/COLOR][/FONT]
[FONT=Impact][COLOR=#ff0000]Red/[COLOR=silver]Gray[/COLOR][/COLOR][/FONT]
[B]SOLD[/B]
32valvZ is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 06-02-2019   #5
Subfixer
 
Subfixer's Avatar
 
Join Date: Sep 2018
Location: Groton, CT
Posts: 384
Default Re: Got lucky this morning...

Found the source of the leak this morning. Half rolled o-ring at the fuel regulator on the pipe feeding the drivers side fuel rail.

I'm guessing that when I replaced the original 27 year old fuel filter, I was finally getting full fuel pressure to the fuel rails, which was enough to get by the improperly installed o-ring.

I'll be reinspecting all my work to avoid further problems.
__________________
1992 ZR1 #442, 2 tops, White, White, Haibeck 415, 3.90 gear, Coilovers
2018 Audi RS5, 2.9 V6 Twin Turbo, Auto, Black, Black
2021 Audi Q3, 2.0T, 8 spd Tiptronic, Navarro Blue metallic, Pearl Beige
Subfixer is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 06-02-2019   #6
A26B
 
A26B's Avatar
 
Join Date: Dec 2003
Location: Arcadia,OK
Posts: 3,394
Default Re: Got lucky this morning...

I recommend lubricating the o-rings with engine oil before assembly, to help avoid damage.


Sent from my iPhone using ZR-1 Net Registry
__________________
Jerry Downey
JERRYS LT5 GASKETS & PARTS
http://www.jerrysgaskets.com
1994 ZR-1, Black/Black, Lingenfelter Aerobody, 416cu in, 3.91 gears, coil-over susp, Brembo brakes, etc.
2016 Black-Red, 3LT-Z51 Auto 8-speed.
A26B is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 06-03-2019   #7
Subfixer
 
Subfixer's Avatar
 
Join Date: Sep 2018
Location: Groton, CT
Posts: 384
Default Re: Got lucky this morning...

Quote:
Originally Posted by A26B View Post
I recommend lubricating the o-rings with engine oil before assembly, to help avoid damage.


Sent from my iPhone using ZR-1 Net Registry

Used engine oil, just wasn't careful enough. I'll do better this time....
__________________
1992 ZR1 #442, 2 tops, White, White, Haibeck 415, 3.90 gear, Coilovers
2018 Audi RS5, 2.9 V6 Twin Turbo, Auto, Black, Black
2021 Audi Q3, 2.0T, 8 spd Tiptronic, Navarro Blue metallic, Pearl Beige
Subfixer is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 06-04-2019   #8
FU
 
FU's Avatar
 
Join Date: Mar 2004
Location: Found Member
Posts: 4,346
Default Re: Got lucky this morning...

Pardon me. I thought this was about something entirely different.
__________________
Frank Urbo.

NCM Lifetime member # 982
Registry Founding # 237
FU is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 06-05-2019   #9
A26B
 
A26B's Avatar
 
Join Date: Dec 2003
Location: Arcadia,OK
Posts: 3,394
Default Re: Got lucky this morning...

Quote:
Originally Posted by FU View Post
Pardon me. I thought this was about something entirely different.
No more oysters for you Frankie!
__________________
Jerry Downey
JERRYS LT5 GASKETS & PARTS
http://www.jerrysgaskets.com
1994 ZR-1, Black/Black, Lingenfelter Aerobody, 416cu in, 3.91 gears, coil-over susp, Brembo brakes, etc.
2016 Black-Red, 3LT-Z51 Auto 8-speed.
A26B is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 06-05-2019   #10
DRM500RUBYZR-1
 
DRM500RUBYZR-1's Avatar
 
Join Date: Sep 2008
Location: Mullica Hill, New Jersey
Posts: 2,593
Default Re: Got lucky this morning...

Quote:
Originally Posted by FU View Post
Pardon me. I thought this was about something entirely different.


Very good!
Marty
DRM500RUBYZR-1 is offline   Reply With Quote
Reply


Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off

Forum Jump


All times are GMT -4. The time now is 07:24 PM.


Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.11
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, vBulletin Solutions Inc.
Copyright ZR-1 Net Registry 2020