The cheapest and easiest solution to start with is by following Ranger's method as referenced in the link above. Also search ranger on the Corvette Forum.
This is a hotly debated topic and no one has been able to say exactly for sure the answer to the problem. Many have stated success with Ranger's method however some have not. Point being, since it's relatively inexpensive, why not start there and then proceed to more expensive solutions. Ranger's method has been tested at the track with data to back it up. good Luck |
If I may speak from experience... 5 times I replaced my clutch because of this exact issue... I can assure you that everytime we took out the clutch. It was fine. We replaced it ONLY because it was already out of the car. So back to your question ...why?? Well after a few trials and errors. Llamar walden racing in Atlanta found that thier was a issue with the DOT level that was in the system. I upgraded to dot 5 clutch fluid and no problem since. The lower dot fluid will heat and aspirate causing air to get in the lines and since it can't presurize air the same way it does fluid. The pedal goes limp. ANSWER .. dot 5 brake / clutch fluid. It's like Viagra for your clutch. It will keep your pedal up
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I thought I read a no-non about DOT 5 brake fluid, so I looked it up again...
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It is especially suited for vehicles with antilock braking systems (ABS) because of the short cycle time required. DOT 5.1 synthetic brake fluid avoids the spongy brake pedal, air solubility and water incompatibility associated with silicone-based DOT 5 fluids. it also has a minimum 500F dry boiling point to withstand the severe heat requirements of performance street braking. it also has a 356F wet boiling point. This is much higher than the minimum 284F wet boiling point specified by most Do http://www.westcoastcorvette.com/p-7...tch-fluid.aspx |
Thanks for the clarification. I didn't want anyone getting themselves in trouble by making a mistake in fluid types.
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:thumbsup: i'm glad you caught me ... thanks |
Thanks for all the replies...I have had problems with my computer and could not get back on to post....So are we in aggrement that changing the Clutch fluid is a good place to start?...the other posts were referencing Brake fluid not Clutch fluid..
Thanks Eddie |
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Thanks...I will order the clutch fluid....What yr is your Z06?.....When I modified my car I did the brakes already so I need to try the clutch fluid now and hope for the best:thumbsup:
Take care Eddie |
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