Most Over Looked Lube Point On A C4 Corvette.

I go over the most over looked Lube Point on a C4 Corvette Front Suspension.
Link to lubing your C4 front suspension • C4 Corvette Front End ...
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[@E.T.GARAGE]

If I ever get a chance I will make a video on Lubing the front suspension on my C4 Corvette in more detail.

[@E.T.GARAGE]

@@SehlraC It's in the works.

[@E.T.GARAGE]

I just reviewed the video of lubing the front suspension I made and I am un happy with it, I believe the stabilization on my go pro is not working correctly so I may do a reshoot.

[@robgros9571]

After jacking up the front end i could not find a decent access point to spray the lubricant, esp on the friction side @the lower control arm(?)

[@E.T.GARAGE]

it helps to unbolt the shocks, that allows the lower a arm to lower just a bit and use a jack with a block of wood to raise the spring. kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZniyqKZ-hbKjm9k

[@robgros9571]

@@E.T.GARAGE Thanks

[@jeepguymb45]

Did you do a part 2 as to the actual set up to lube that spring pad? Rear as well ??

[@E.T.GARAGE]

Here's a link to the front no lube for stock rear suspension. kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZniyqKZ-hbKjm9k

[@ObscureStuff420]

Thanks for the info, I didn't know to lubricant that spot

[@JeffMcCarthy-fu8jy]

How do I identify if I have Z51 suspension on my 1994 C4 coupes manual 6 speed? I'm going to replace the shocks and want to get the right set of Bilstein's

[@E.T.GARAGE]

Check inside the center counsel lid, there should be a sticker with a bunch of codes.

[@JeffMcCarthy-fu8jy]

@@E.T.GARAGE Yes, I checked the codes. Should it show a "Z51" code? Because it does not or am I looking for some other code to identify it?.

[@E.T.GARAGE]

I would Google it

[@E.T.GARAGE]

According to Google it should say Z51.

[@JeffMcCarthy-fu8jy]

@@E.T.GARAGE Got the codes. No Z51. Have FE1- Base suspension. Thanks for your help. Time to order the Bilstein's

[@jrodz808]

I put new bilstein shocks which improved my ride but is there anything to do to soften the sharp jolts that are felt when going over small bumps or even the reflector things on the road? I would assume new rubber bushings all around and maybe softer tires?

[@E.T.GARAGE]

Bushings will help, but there is only so much you can do for the C4 suspension other than coil overs witch I have never tried, the C4 suspension has very limited travel also what suspension do you have, if you have the stiffer Z51 suspension you could find the base model springs for your year C4 and swap to those. I have a video on changing out the rear spring. I my self have soft ride springs front and rear and Ride tech shocks adjustable help quit a bit but expensive.

[@jeffspicolli593]

84-87 and 88-96 were totally changed, angles (bolts and general geometry) and stiffness. GM went from a philosophy of stiff springs and shocks to provide handling, to an idea of better geometry, bigger swaybars to provide handling. Simply because the ride quality on the 85-87 cars is rather harsh if you have Z51, and on all 84s.

[@E.T.GARAGE]

I have a new video out on lubing the front suspension on a C4 Corvette, if you haven't seen it check it out.

[@Nzchimeran]

Starts @ 4:43 Yes lithium grease spray on the pads

[@markfahey4182]

Thanks man, I had no idea

[@marioacosta-ps5qp]

Where are the rear grease fittings ?

[@E.T.GARAGE]

The only factory grease fittings are on the front end, ball joints and outer tie rod ends, there are none on the rear

[@92nredrappini84]

Thanks didn't know that.

[@marioacosta-ps5qp]

Where is the online manual version ?

[@E.T.GARAGE]

I am not sure if there is an online version, you should be able to get a version on CD or a hard copy.

[@bonzainews]

I misunderstood... had to look it up. Lube at 10 degrees or higher Fahrenheit. Now I will be able to sleep tonight.

[@E.T.GARAGE]

Sounds funny but there have been times I have been out in my garage when it's that cold. Though I normally don't lube my suspension then.

[@bonzainews]

@@E.T.GARAGE where are you that you got 18 inches of snow? We got the same in the Hudson valley NY at the same time.

[@E.T.GARAGE]

It was more than 18 inches, Almost 2 feet, I am located about 45 minutes north of Harrisburg, PA

[@bonzainews]

@@E.T.GARAGE I bought a ragged out 1988 project Corvette from your neck of the woods... From KZbinr SendItSteve

[@E.T.GARAGE]

That's Great, I remember that vette from his YT channel, Hope it works out well for you.

[@gregs_garage]

Stop rambling and get to the answer.