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ZR1Vette · 01-11-2008

As I am progressing with my work on my new ZR I thought I would share this info about replacing the TB plate/cover (I asked a lot of questions from present ZR owners, got their ideas and added a few of my own).

First why replace? ..well the plate had the coolant induced pox so it looks crappy (that is a technical term for you non mechanically inclined

)

The solution was simple... CARTER... so here are a few pics etc:

Removal of the plate can be straight forward assuming the plate gasket is not stuck onto the TB or the plate which could cause the gasket to tear and that leads to another 'limited available parts' search.

Remove the (5) Torx T20 screws keeping track of where they are removed from... removal of the plate was simple in my case.. after removing the Trox screws I hand tightened a course thread sheet metal type screw in the opposing corners of the plate and then used a interior trim removal tool (it is harden plastic thus will not bung up the TB when prying) to slowly and carefully pry up the plate>>

In my case the plate came off easily without damaging the gasket...here is the old plate, the way to keep track of the screw locations and the wonderful piece of artwork Carter replacement TB plate...

Next I cleaned out the TB plate well of coolant then used a Dremel tool with a soft brass rotary wheel to clean out the area where the gasket makes contact with the TB...I use a vacuum to remove any resulting dust etc...also cleaned up the threads of the Torx screws with the Dremel tool... cleaned up quite nicely>>

Now cleaned up and installed the gasket & CARTER TB plate and use caution tightening the Torx screws..tighten opposites a little at a time then do a final tightening (gentle here)

What an improvement...wonderful work Carter!

The OEM plate will be cleaned up and powder coated (to match OEM finish) so if I ever want to go back total OEM can do so...Here is the OEM plate with just a bit of Dremel work...you can see the metal is fine it was just the finish that went bad...

Michael

-=Jeff=- · 01-11-2008

how much was that plate?
looks good

GOLDCYLON · 01-11-2008

I love my Carter TPI cover. Coolant pipes, Oil Filter cover and A-Mold center caps. Carter is da man.

ZR1Vette · 01-11-2008

Present price is $55... but contact carter200 and discuss with him
M

-=Jeff=- · 01-11-2008

Quote:

Originally Posted by ZR1Vette

Present price is $55... but contact carter200 and discuss with him
M

Z Factor · 01-11-2008

This is a good thread with helpful pictures.

I will put it in the new section that will be opening soon for how to repairs and maintenance.

carter200 · 01-11-2008

Very nicely done and informative, too. Great job Michael and thanks for the kudos

GC, thanks for your pics and words, too.

petefias · 01-11-2008

Killer deal. He's got more in materials and machine cost.

cuisinartvette · 01-12-2008

Carter, that plate looks awesome, nice work. One day youll do mine, my friend.

I honestly think the LT5 would look cleaner) with plain cam covers (no Corvette lettering) and just the coolant pipes and TB engraved. Oh, and polish the whole darn thing.

Size XXX flame suit on

carter200 · 01-12-2008

Quote:

Originally Posted by petefias

Killer deal. He's got more in materials and machine cost.

You got that right

But it worth it to see the smiles on the faces of the people that get my items.

01-11-2008	#1
ZR1Vette Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Reston, Virginia Posts: 939	TB cover replacement>>> As I am progressing with my work on my new ZR I thought I would share this info about replacing the TB plate/cover (I asked a lot of questions from present ZR owners, got their ideas and added a few of my own). First why replace? ..well the plate had the coolant induced pox so it looks crappy (that is a technical term for you non mechanically inclined ) The solution was simple... CARTER... so here are a few pics etc: Removal of the plate can be straight forward assuming the plate gasket is not stuck onto the TB or the plate which could cause the gasket to tear and that leads to another 'limited available parts' search. Remove the (5) Torx T20 screws keeping track of where they are removed from... removal of the plate was simple in my case.. after removing the Trox screws I hand tightened a course thread sheet metal type screw in the opposing corners of the plate and then used a interior trim removal tool (it is harden plastic thus will not bung up the TB when prying) to slowly and carefully pry up the plate>> In my case the plate came off easily without damaging the gasket...here is the old plate, the way to keep track of the screw locations and the wonderful piece of artwork Carter replacement TB plate... Next I cleaned out the TB plate well of coolant then used a Dremel tool with a soft brass rotary wheel to clean out the area where the gasket makes contact with the TB...I use a vacuum to remove any resulting dust etc...also cleaned up the threads of the Torx screws with the Dremel tool... cleaned up quite nicely>> Now cleaned up and installed the gasket & CARTER TB plate and use caution tightening the Torx screws..tighten opposites a little at a time then do a final tightening (gentle here) What an improvement...wonderful work Carter! The OEM plate will be cleaned up and powder coated (to match OEM finish) so if I ever want to go back total OEM can do so...Here is the OEM plate with just a bit of Dremel work...you can see the metal is fine it was just the finish that went bad... Michael Last edited by ZR1Vette; 01-11-2008 at 07:56 PM.

01-11-2008	#2
-=Jeff=- Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Bartlett, IL Posts: 7,152	Re: TB cover replacement>>> how much was that plate? looks good __________________ 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

01-11-2008	#3
GOLDCYLON Join Date: May 2007 Location: Peoria, AZ Posts: 9,153	Re: TB cover replacement>>> I love my Carter TPI cover. Coolant pipes, Oil Filter cover and A-Mold center caps. Carter is da man. __________________ GOLDCYLON - 91 ZR-1 #2014 GOLDCYLON - 90 ZR-1 #2794, 4L60e (Formerly Schrade's) GOLDCYLON - 11 CTS-V Arizona State Director 91 WHITE/BLACK #2014. 380 P&P&PCed,Ported Heads, Jeal Long tubes, Corsa Exhaust/FIKSE FM-5s /LED TLs, LED Headlights, Front Wilwood 6 piston narrowlite calipers and rear Wilwood caliper street shop mod,CNCed Coolant Pipes,TPI Cvr,Filter cover,Stainless Bolts, DRM/DOM PROM /ZFDOC mod build #102,DRLs,BMAD with stainless Debris Screen,Coplan Air Blaster, Pioneer APP Radio 4,Brey-Krause HB,Sub Bar,Fire extinguisher seat mount,DRM Coilovers,LEDs everywhere,Compass mirror (orange),V1 DIC hidden display, Homelink sun visor, Carbon Fiber top x3 and APSIS Carbon Fiber interior, APSIS CF Steering Wheel/NAPA Leather, Banski trailing arms, Guldstrand front suspension,urethane bushings from Prothane (total suspension) ZFDoc drive shaft safety loop, raptor shift light (orange),AO engineering louver front plate, Console seat cushion, 96CE seats with black custom Sheepskins, ss billet catch can,Viper remote entry/alarm,Cragar Rear Louvers,LED side louver lights, Dewitts Radiator with SPAL fans and a Woods 160 T-Stat 90 RED/BLACK #2794. 4L60e Automatic Stage V by RPM Transmission, TCI Dedicated TCM, OBX Stainless Headers, Corsa Exhaust, SAN Secondaries and Haibeck PROM, Exotic Muscle Coil overs, LED Interior Lights, LED Tail Lights, LED Headlights, 94 Sport seats with black custom Sheepskins , Cragar rear louvers, GS Front calipers, Banski Trailing arms, APSIS Carbon Fiber steering wheel, Front and Rear Baer Eradispeeds, DRLs, Guldstrand front suspension,urethane bushings from Prothane (total suspension), Dewitt's Raditor with Dual SPAL fans and a Haibeck 170 T-Stat 11 RED/GREY CTS-V Last edited by GOLDCYLON; 01-11-2008 at 08:13 AM.

01-11-2008	#4
ZR1Vette Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Reston, Virginia Posts: 939	Re: TB cover replacement>>> Present price is $55... but contact carter200 and discuss with him M

01-11-2008	#6
Z Factor Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: S. Florida Posts: 2,667	Re: TB cover replacement>>> This is a good thread with helpful pictures. I will put it in the new section that will be opening soon for how to repairs and maintenance.

01-11-2008	#7
carter200 Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Texas Posts: 2,431	Re: TB cover replacement>>> Very nicely done and informative, too. Great job Michael and thanks for the kudos GC, thanks for your pics and words, too. __________________ 95 ZR-1 BLK/Gry #392 LT5 Reg# 868 RIP ZR1NET Founding Mem #155

01-11-2008	#8
petefias Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Lancaster, PA Posts: 147	Re: TB cover replacement>>> Killer deal. He's got more in materials and machine cost.

01-12-2008	#9
cuisinartvette Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: San Fernando Valley, CA. Posts: 896	Re: TB cover replacement>>> Carter, that plate looks awesome, nice work. One day youll do mine, my friend. I honestly think the LT5 would look cleaner) with plain cam covers (no Corvette lettering) and just the coolant pipes and TB engraved. Oh, and polish the whole darn thing. Size XXX flame suit on __________________ 1990 ZR1, 142,000 miles-Black on black 4.09's Haibeck chip, 3"exh, K&N, meth inj.