Throttle Blades - ZR-1 Net Registry Forums

GOFAST · 04-23-2012

I have a '95 with 4500 miles and the throttle blades are sticking resulting a high idle (1100 RPM). By tapping the accelerator pedal, the blades release and the idle returns to normal (700 RPM).

What is the best method to clean and lube the throttle shafts?

Thanks.

scottfab · 04-24-2012

I do this about every other year.
Using regular axle grease I put some on my index finger and
run it along the edges of each throttle plate.
Works every time.

Now keep in mind my original TB was replaced at 90k miles due
to slop in the bushings. The new TB worked for a few years before
starting to stick.
Good luck

04-23-2012	#1
GOFAST Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Minnesota Posts: 31	Throttle Blades I have a '95 with 4500 miles and the throttle blades are sticking resulting a high idle (1100 RPM). By tapping the accelerator pedal, the blades release and the idle returns to normal (700 RPM). What is the best method to clean and lube the throttle shafts? Thanks.

04-24-2012	#2
scottfab Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Portland Oregon metro area (Washington side) Posts: 3,207	Re: Throttle Blades I do this about every other year. Using regular axle grease I put some on my index finger and run it along the edges of each throttle plate. Works every time. Now keep in mind my original TB was replaced at 90k miles due to slop in the bushings. The new TB worked for a few years before starting to stick. Good luck __________________ Scott Vett owner since 1979._It's about the car and the people