If the transmission grinds in fifth gear it's due to low on transmission fluid I had the same problem the last owner never changed the fluid 😊P.S. check the cluch fluid located under the brake cylinder
My GTO has the same tranny. She NEVER refuses to easily go into fifth gear! it should be like butter. I would suggest that you drain and change the trans oil to today's lubricants.. as well as a touch of an anti-foam agent to both your transmission and differential couldn't hurt.
Yes.. another way that the fifth gear is grinding may be because the clutch is not fully engaging. It could be either the clutch fluid is low OR the slave cylinder is getting weak.
My T-5 started grinding into 5th right after switching to synthetic ATF. Took a few changes back to conventional ATF to flush it out and fix the issue. Guess the syncros don't like synthetic.
@@holmieg3435 no, its not the official ruby red edition. Just 1 of the 54 the were painted black for that year. Got the embroidery on the headrest though so that's kinda cool. lol
Y’all c4 guys have the cool headlights that actually rotate. My C5 Zo6 headlights just lift up. Mines a 2004 though so I guess you can say I have the last car that had pop up headlights.
Same! I have a 96 Z28 which isn't near as cool as your Corvette but I will never sell it. I get more compliments than my friend with a 2020 GT! Far from perfect, I rarely seen anyone with a Z28 in the same or better condition than mine.
@@holmieg3435 it's not the anniversary edition but it does say 40th on the headrest which is kind of cool. However in that year all other colors besides the anniversary Ruby red are rare so mine is 1 of 54 in black.
I have a c4, c5 & a c8. The last I would sell is my c4. I still love the car the best. In fact I am selling the c5 soon! Recently sold my c7. I meet the best people in my c4! Thanks for sharing. PS my insurance on my c4 is a lot less than 100 a month through AAA!
I am an Allstate agent and insurance on corvettes are very affordable. Insurance companies look the probability of each car to be involved in a claim, corvettes probability is low. A cheaper car like a civic, is usually more expensive to insure as those are involved in way more claims.
Just remember only one of these cars still holds multiple FIA World Land Speed Endurance Records for a production car. Hint, it's not the C8... And please don't call the ZR-1 a "hooptie." A Delta 88 is a hooptie, not a ZR-1...
@@drobson8004 Nope. According to the FIA's list of records that was the 1000km record. The ZR-1 set 5000km, 24hr, and 5000 mile records. Those WERE beaten by the VW W12 in 2002 but that was a purpose built, one off, prototype race car, not a production car. I would love to read more about the Audi though as I can't find any other info about it. It just says "Audi" with no further info about the model.
@@byrnc927 I could have sworn I read that it was. Apparently I stand corrected. Thanks for the info. ZR1's really are an automotive engineering marvel.
I personally opinion but ever since this c4 zr-1 came out in 90 I always liked it. The car was and still is a sleeper in my view. From 15 to 46 soon to be 47 and I still want one. I take this over the current one in a heartbeat no thinking involved.
I know you can't put collector insurance on a c8 because its too new but I went through Grundy with my 93 coupe. 14k agreed value, unlimited medical and no deductible for $313 a YEAR. I am 28.
I have a 71 Roadster and a 91 ZR-1 would be nice to get a C8 eventually especially a Z06. Sorry to see the 5th gear issue. Don't know if you are running synthetic in the gearbox, sometime it helps. Yours may be beyond it though... I rarely use 5th if I'm driving at the local limit of 100kph (62mph) on a busy highway unless it is a wide open road. Keeps my engine a bit more in the power/torque curve if I have to make an evasive maneuver... Cost a bit more fuel but something you can live with until you can afford the solution. Thanks for the fun comparison!
The 'Brink of Speed' guy could learn alot from this. A C8 owner who's respectful of the C4 ZR1/owner. The C4 ZR1 is rare and unknown to most people; and was crazy fast in it's day
Love the C8…but if I’m being completely honest If I had to make a choice TODAY 5-1-22 what do you want a new base C8 or a ‘96 ZR1 blue or white, 6 speed, Im taking the C4 ZR1. I feel like the C8 has all these issues they’re gonna have to iron out over the next couple years, & the ZR1 is just so unique & cool. For background sake I already have an overbuilt C5Z cammed/blown/meth 720whp….so that’s certainly a factor in my statement
I enjoy the fact Brian remained humble at the thought of this challenge in the comment. But yes, can confirm the outcome. My ZR1 runs well, not currently as you know from the poor FailureCoach posts, but my C5Z was faster, and my C5Z was destroyed by a C8, but also owned by a car guy who appreciates all cars. That C8 is just awesome, and so is your ZR1. As always, I enjoy the content.
This is an old video, but I’v successfully dealt with tired synchros in multiple cars by double shifting into those gears. Once you’ve synced the speed of the transmission input with the speed of the gear you’re trying to engage, it slides in like warm butter.
Hell Yeah! Brian got to drive the ZR-1 👍 Yeah that 5th gear synchro sounds no bueno. What fluid was put in the transmission? I used to have a GSR Integra with a bad 2nd gear grind and I put Royal Purple Synchromax in it and it helped tremendously. But still, the only way to truly fix it is to have the synchro replaced.
i cant tell in your vids if you do your own wrenching but you could always send it to zfdoc. easy to pull out and then crate strap it to a free pallet from somewhere
Put it in forth to pass. The engine LOVES to rev. You can downshift 2 gears EASILY to kick down for acceleration from a lazy cruise. Just make sure the key is in ‘Full Power’ first. That’s how you drive a ZR-1 !!
Dumb question, But why did you have the valet key in NORMAL and not FULL for the test drive. I noticed that the "Full Engine Power" light wasn't on either. Did you delete that function or forget to turn it on?
Get the dang transmission fixed first, then do the video. YOU stay out of the car (less weight) then let him drive it. With 5th gear basically out, you can’t get a true feel for the ZR-1’s full potential so this is all wasted time to me. I had a 91 ZR-1, took off like a rocket ship. Currently I own a mint 02 Z06. The ZR-1 should not ever be referred to as a “hoopty”.
Reynolds Rides : saying that it feels very much like the same driving performance experience as he feels in his completely new C8 model, doesn't make that fact actually a compliment to the C4 but rather a diss to the C8 and proof of how backwards the new C8 is technologically compared to all other European/Asian modern cars. For example, the new Hyundai Elantra feels completely and utterly different to drive compared to the original mark 1 from the year 2000. The C8 should feel the same but it's not which is proof of how little american cars advance throughout the decades.
Considering the new C8 won the IMSA Sportscar Team, Constructor and Driver's Championships in 2020 and 2021 (and are currently running 1 and 2 this year) I'd say the only thing that's backwards is your logic and point of view. Stick with your Hyundais sweetheart...
@@sidefx996 buttercup....those are quazi championships that are only valid in america, a country with very very low standars in automoto sports and very very loosened rules that Europe has abandoned in the 50-s already :). So yeah, I'll stick with my Hyundai that is better and has higher build quality in just about everything :).
@@lflyr6287 Still not as low as your spelling and grammar standards (or choice of automobile) apparently... No point arguing with a bitter misguided idiot like yourself. You're seriously bragging about driving a fucking Hyundai Elantra...
How exactly is it a Ferrari clone? Ferrari wasn't the first mid-engine car and Zora built the first mid-engine prototype (one of many) over 60 years ago...
La ZR1 C4 à une ligne PARFAITE... pour moi c est la mieux réussi esthétiquement de toutes les générations de CORVETTE la c8 est affreuse de partout. C'est une aberration la lignée CORVETTE
Y'a rien à faire je m y fais pas comme la c7 mais en pire, la c8 est une corvette raté le design est vraiment affreux et dégueulasse.. ( sacrilège) d'avoir dénaturé sa Majesté CORVETTE qui pour moi s arrête a la C6 qui a encore le look VETTE (4 feux ronds et sa bulle ) ....par contre la C4 ZR1 est la plus réussi esthétiquement de toutes les générations de CORVETTE elle a une ligne PARFAITE... elle est intemporel
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Loved driving the ZR-1 it was a super cool car. Would love to do more content with both cars.
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C4 ZR1 is an icon !! Will always be loved !
If the transmission grinds in fifth gear it's due to low on transmission fluid I had the same problem the last owner never changed the fluid 😊P.S. check the cluch fluid located under the brake cylinder
My GTO has the same tranny. She NEVER refuses to easily go into fifth gear! it should be like butter. I would suggest that you drain and change the trans oil to today's lubricants.. as well as a touch of an anti-foam agent to both your transmission and differential couldn't hurt.
Yes.. another way that the fifth gear is grinding may be because the clutch is not fully engaging. It could be either the clutch fluid is low OR the slave cylinder is getting weak.
The zr1 has a ZF transmission not a t56.
My T-5 started grinding into 5th right after switching to synthetic ATF. Took a few changes back to conventional ATF to flush it out and fix the issue. Guess the syncros don't like synthetic.
Never selling my 93 ZR-1. Its super sexy, sounds great, drives phenomenal, and I enjoy looking out over the long hood to see my headlights pop up!
Do you have the 40th anniversary zr1 since it’s a 93?
@@holmieg3435 no, its not the official ruby red edition. Just 1 of the 54 the were painted black for that year. Got the embroidery on the headrest though so that's kinda cool. lol
Y’all c4 guys have the cool headlights that actually rotate. My C5 Zo6 headlights just lift up. Mines a 2004 though so I guess you can say I have the last car that had pop up headlights.
Same! I have a 96 Z28 which isn't near as cool as your Corvette but I will never sell it. I get more compliments than my friend with a 2020 GT! Far from perfect, I rarely seen anyone with a Z28 in the same or better condition than mine.
@@holmieg3435 it's not the anniversary edition but it does say 40th on the headrest which is kind of cool. However in that year all other colors besides the anniversary Ruby red are rare so mine is 1 of 54 in black.
I have a c4, c5 & a c8. The last I would sell is my c4. I still love the car the best. In fact I am selling the c5 soon! Recently sold my c7. I meet the best people in my c4! Thanks for sharing. PS my insurance on my c4 is a lot less than 100 a month through AAA!
I am an Allstate agent and insurance on corvettes are very affordable. Insurance companies look the probability of each car to be involved in a claim, corvettes probability is low. A cheaper car like a civic, is usually more expensive to insure as those are involved in way more claims.
Just remember only one of these cars still holds multiple FIA World Land Speed Endurance Records for a production car. Hint, it's not the C8... And please don't call the ZR-1 a "hooptie." A Delta 88 is a hooptie, not a ZR-1...
I think Audi just beat it.....decades later:)
@@drobson8004 Nope. According to the FIA's list of records that was the 1000km record. The ZR-1 set 5000km, 24hr, and 5000 mile records. Those WERE beaten by the VW W12 in 2002 but that was a purpose built, one off, prototype race car, not a production car.
I would love to read more about the Audi though as I can't find any other info about it. It just says "Audi" with no further info about the model.
@@drobson8004
Audi was not a production car.
@@byrnc927 I could have sworn I read that it was. Apparently I stand corrected. Thanks for the info. ZR1's really are an automotive engineering marvel.
@@drobson8004 GM really struck gold with the C4 ZR1. I'm not even that much of a muscle guy and man, I love it a lot.
I personally opinion but ever since this c4 zr-1 came out in 90 I always liked it. The car was and still is a sleeper in my view. From 15 to 46 soon to be 47 and I still want one. I take this over the current one in a heartbeat no thinking involved.
One thing is for sure, the C8 has the best seats since the Sport Seats in 91-95 Vettes
I know you can't put collector insurance on a c8 because its too new but I went through Grundy with my 93 coupe. 14k agreed value, unlimited medical and no deductible for $313 a YEAR. I am 28.
Having a corvette collection which includes the new C8, have to say that my 93 ZR1 still gives me that, I can’t wait to drive it again urge.
I have a 1985 L98
I have a 71 Roadster and a 91 ZR-1 would be nice to get a C8 eventually especially a Z06. Sorry to see the 5th gear issue. Don't know if you are running synthetic in the gearbox, sometime it helps. Yours may be beyond it though... I rarely use 5th if I'm driving at the local limit of 100kph (62mph) on a busy highway unless it is a wide open road. Keeps my engine a bit more in the power/torque curve if I have to make an evasive maneuver... Cost a bit more fuel but something you can live with until you can afford the solution. Thanks for the fun comparison!
I have a 23 Z51 and a 90 ZR-1. I love ‘em both for what they are
I’m also way more animated when I talk than I thought. Goodness I’m like a cartoon character lol
😆 No, not at all!
good video and good commentary - real car guys.
@@gregs_garage thank you I appreciate that!
Please post a video a video on you fixing everything wrong with your 4th gen i would love to learn a lot , keep up the good work man!
He has a whole series of videos showing him doing repairs to both his 89 and his 94 ZR-!
@@brianpeterson7139 i already watched them😂
I had a similar issue with the 3rd gear.. Turns out the shifter assembly was lousse.. Tighten that up and the problem went away !
The 'Brink of Speed' guy could learn alot from this. A C8 owner who's respectful of the C4 ZR1/owner. The C4 ZR1 is rare and unknown to most people; and was crazy fast in it's day
Love the C8…but if I’m being completely honest If I had to make a choice TODAY 5-1-22 what do you want a new base C8 or a ‘96 ZR1 blue or white, 6 speed, Im taking the C4 ZR1. I feel like the C8 has all these issues they’re gonna have to iron out over the next couple years, & the ZR1 is just so unique & cool. For background sake I already have an overbuilt C5Z cammed/blown/meth 720whp….so that’s certainly a factor in my statement
How about a drag or rolling race between the C8 and ZR-1?!
I know who’ll win that one 😉.
@@ReynoldsRides ZR-1 all the way! That car rips.
I enjoy the fact Brian remained humble at the thought of this challenge in the comment. But yes, can confirm the outcome. My ZR1 runs well, not currently as you know from the poor FailureCoach posts, but my C5Z was faster, and my C5Z was destroyed by a C8, but also owned by a car guy who appreciates all cars. That C8 is just awesome, and so is your ZR1. As always, I enjoy the content.
I'd race this guy!
@port nut Yep:(
This is an old video, but I’v successfully dealt with tired synchros in multiple cars by double shifting into those gears. Once you’ve synced the speed of the transmission input with the speed of the gear you’re trying to engage, it slides in like warm butter.
I like the ZR-1 more then the C8. A lot more rare as well.
Hell Yeah! Brian got to drive the ZR-1 👍 Yeah that 5th gear synchro sounds no bueno. What fluid was put in the transmission? I used to have a GSR Integra with a bad 2nd gear grind and I put Royal Purple Synchromax in it and it helped tremendously. But still, the only way to truly fix it is to have the synchro replaced.
Amsoil synchromesh was put in it. Yeah, I’ll need to get it replaced.
@@ReynoldsRides if it still grinds with amsoil, the syncro needs to be swapped.
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i cant tell in your vids if you do your own wrenching but you could always send it to zfdoc. easy to pull out and then crate strap it to a free pallet from somewhere
I try to do my own wrenching but I’m not exactly at the level of pulling engines and transmissions out in my garage.
as a daily manual driver it hurts to watch him ride that clutch stopped for that long
Put it in forth to pass. The engine LOVES to rev.
You can downshift 2 gears EASILY to kick down for acceleration from a lazy cruise.
Just make sure the key is in ‘Full Power’ first.
That’s how you drive a ZR-1 !!
I would double clutch and shift to 3rd to pass in a hurry but 4th works too.
Try old school DUBBLE CLUCHING doesnt take to much time and works pretty good. Meathod used before sincronised trans were desighned.
Regular inspection to oil transmission can avoid catastrophic damage.
I heard on these cars and vipers you can drive all day on 2nd-3rd gear cause they have alot of torque..
Corvettes are known for cheap insurance
I hope you’re not lying bcus I’m finna get an 89
Push the clutch down twice when shifting from 4th to 5th and it won’t grind.
What kind of fluid did they put in it ???
Amsoil Synchromesh.
Dumb question, But why did you have the valet key in NORMAL and not FULL for the test drive. I noticed that the "Full Engine Power" light wasn't on either. Did you delete that function or forget to turn it on?
Did i miss the part where you turned the Power Key On? It looks like he was driving it in Valet mode......
Haha.. for "normal" driving.. the C4 is tops! Pretty good mileage.. better than average acceleration.. fun per mile and money? There is no comparison.
Try double clutching into fifth. And watch a Team O'Neil rally school video on steering wheel technique.
that's what she said
Shelter was giving me full coverage on my 94 for $170 for 3 months
Look I love my 94 c4 corvette. No one else has to like it or even drive it. It only matters to me. This comes from a real c4 lover. Just sayin…
I’m sorry. I’m that guy who parked next to a C8 in my 2000 f-150. I had to get a picture of them together.
Let’s see
Its a shame he didn't get to experience 6k RPM plus on the LT5!
If your fifth is hard to engage.. and you are sure your fluid levels are OK.. check out your slave cylinder for leakage.
Get the dang transmission fixed first, then do the video. YOU stay out of the car (less weight) then let him drive it. With 5th gear basically out, you can’t get a true feel for the ZR-1’s full potential so this is all wasted time to me.
I had a 91 ZR-1, took off like a rocket ship. Currently I own a mint 02 Z06.
The ZR-1 should not ever be referred to as a “hoopty”.
Calm down.
2 totals in 10 months and its still only $240
Just cant deal with the C8 looks..Stop copying Ferrari 🤢
Reynolds Rides : saying that it feels very much like the same driving performance experience as he feels in his completely new C8 model, doesn't make that fact actually a compliment to the C4 but rather a diss to the C8 and proof of how backwards the new C8 is technologically compared to all other European/Asian modern cars. For example, the new Hyundai Elantra feels completely and utterly different to drive compared to the original mark 1 from the year 2000. The C8 should feel the same but it's not which is proof of how little american cars advance throughout the decades.
Considering the new C8 won the IMSA Sportscar Team, Constructor and Driver's Championships in 2020 and 2021 (and are currently running 1 and 2 this year) I'd say the only thing that's backwards is your logic and point of view. Stick with your Hyundais sweetheart...
@@sidefx996 buttercup....those are quazi championships that are only valid in america, a country with very very low standars in automoto sports and very very loosened rules that Europe has abandoned in the 50-s already :). So yeah, I'll stick with my Hyundai that is better and has higher build quality in just about everything :).
@@lflyr6287 Still not as low as your spelling and grammar standards (or choice of automobile) apparently... No point arguing with a bitter misguided idiot like yourself. You're seriously bragging about driving a fucking Hyundai Elantra...
You can shift at 7200rpm this clown is bringing it up to 4500, your not even close to top power ban.
In other words: Ferrari clone driver drives a real Corvette.
How exactly is it a Ferrari clone? Ferrari wasn't the first mid-engine car and Zora built the first mid-engine prototype (one of many) over 60 years ago...
La ZR1 C4 à une ligne PARFAITE... pour moi c est la mieux réussi esthétiquement de toutes les générations de CORVETTE la c8 est affreuse de partout. C'est une aberration la lignée CORVETTE
Y'a rien à faire je m y fais pas comme la c7 mais en pire, la c8 est une corvette raté le design est vraiment affreux et dégueulasse.. ( sacrilège) d'avoir dénaturé sa Majesté CORVETTE qui pour moi s arrête a la C6 qui a encore le look VETTE (4 feux ronds et sa bulle ) ....par contre la C4 ZR1 est la plus réussi esthétiquement de toutes les générations de CORVETTE elle a une ligne PARFAITE... elle est intemporel