dmcnews-digest Monday, 28 October 1996 Volume 02 : Number 191 In this issue: Re: Delorean Note New belts Re: Delorean Note Re: Delorean Note main headlight switch Jory's Major Panic.. Re: DeLorean Note Automatic vs. Manual Air Conditioner DeLorean photo page? Re: Automatic vs. Manual Re: Rear Window Glue and Preparation Re: Possible DMC Purchase Correct me when I'm wrong people Re: Automatic vs. Manual & Etc. Re: Air Conditioner & Updates Re: New belts & NOS Parts New Web Page Coming - Info Sought Re: Air Conditioner Re: stored DeLorean Re: Experience with idle motor (aux air) pricing. DeLorean Parts Sources - Revised Re: DeLorean photo page? Re: DeLorean photo page? DeLorean photo ---------------------------------------------------------------------- From: Kevin MacDougallDate: Fri, 25 Oct 1996 18:20:21 -0500 Subject: Re: Delorean Note How dare you slander our leader. we owe this list and everything on it to him and you are jeopardizing it. ***************************************** Kevin MacDougall email:Kevinmac@iconn.net Homepage:http://www.iconn.net/kevinmac ***************************************** ------------------------------ From: Kevin Wolter Date: Fri, 25 Oct 1996 18:57:38 -0500 Subject: New belts Hello all! This being my first posting I would like to say this list has been a = great help in my decision to purchase a 'D'. My thanks to all that have = posted and I hope to be able to contribute a few useful tips now and = then. I am the new owner of a late '81. Unfortunately last night the = alternator belt broke on my way home and I am in the need of a = replacement. I had a spare belt that worked temporarily but is slightly = too big since the alternator is moved as far back as it will move. What = are some suggestions for replacement belts for both the A/C and = alternator? Thanks in advance. Kevin Wolter ------------------------------ From: ausmith@pdx.oneworld.com Date: Fri, 25 Oct 1996 16:55:32 +0000 Subject: Re: Delorean Note >How dare you slander our leader. >we owe this list and everything on it to him and you are jeopardizing it. >***************************************** Kevin MacDougall >email:Kevinmac@iconn.net >Homepage:http://www.iconn.net/kevinmac >***************************************** Kevin, I agree with your sentiments completely, however, if true it hardly qualifies as slander. Chris ------------------------------ From: backissues@dmcnews.com (Ian) Date: Fri, 25 Oct 1996 16:57:03 +0000 Subject: Re: Delorean Note At 6:20 PM 10/25/96, Kevin MacDougall wrote: HHow dare you slander our leader. >we owe this list and everything on it to him and you are jeopardizing it. >***************************************** Kevin MacDougall >email:Kevinmac@iconn.net >Homepage:http://www.iconn.net/kevinmac >***************************************** I am shure that this is some kind of mistake. I do *not* believe that James would do something like this. James, we all have gained and prospered from your list... the satements made are from one man who is frustrated, not the list. - -Ian DMC list user ------------------------------ From: Widdomaker@aol.com Date: Fri, 25 Oct 1996 21:13:44 -0400 Subject: main headlight switch My Mmin interior headlight switch will not stay in the "on "position. It just popps back out. This happened in the rain the other night. Is this common? How do I replace it? Do I remove the radio or can the switch come straight out somehow? ------------------------------ From: "Chris P. Rabalais" Date: Fri, 25 Oct 1996 18:32:28 -0000 Subject: Jory's Major Panic.. I don't usually say anything on this list, but I must stand in defense of James Espey in matters concerning his unselfish use of personal time for this enterprise.. Knowing James personally and living in the same area code, I have borrowed from/loaned to James many things.. If something is not returned I'm sure that it is because he has other things going on in his life... To put such effort into a unsubstantiated pointless flame against the moderator seems a bit overkill.. You must the type of person who writes the newspaper and broadcasts to the world (or anyone unfortunate enough to listen) you petty grievances. I'm sure after this you will receive your prized DMC manual back. I sure hope that you continue to get your DMC mailing list E-MAILS... In closing, air you dirty laundry in private. You are benefiting no-one with your efforts in this direction.. Chris P. Rabalais Scottsdale, Arizona ------------------------------ From: James Espey Date: Fri, 25 Oct 96 18:58:06 -0800 Subject: Re: DeLorean Note Headline: DMC-News List Owner abducted by space aliens! (no, no one will buy that....) In the words of Richard Nixon, "I am not a crook!" Yeah, that's better! I didn't take the time to read all of Jory's posting, and was actually alerted to it by another list member, obviously I'm not hiding anything because I let it go through, but for all those who are anxiously awaiting the latest chapter in the DMC Oners Manual saga, here goes! I've been carrying this manual around for some time, and when I would think about shipping it back, I never had it with me, and when I had it with me, it was always on my "list" of things to do. As evidenced by my lack of recent postings, and the sad state of the back issues, I've been a bit busy. To make a long story short, and hopefully end this thread so we can get back to discussing the REAL purpose of the list, technical discussion of the DeLorean, DeLorean Motor Company and John Z. DeLorean, I dropped the Owners manual in a FEDEX dropbox this afternoon. I also enclosed $3 to reimburse his shipping costs. Now he is only out the use of one of his two manuals. For the record, here is the FEDEX airbill number: 5167893555 Anyone can check at the status of this package at: http://www.fedex.com I apologize to Jory for the delay, and hope can get over his regret of doing something nice for someone. Incidentally, I know of one or two other people out there that are waiting for me to get things to them, and I thank them for their patience and understanding. I also want to thank all the list members for the kind words and support of the list, let's keep things moving in the right direction! James Espey Madness takes it toll. Please have exact change. ------------------------------ From: a49erfan@nyc.pipeline.com (A 49er Fan) Date: Sat, 26 Oct 1996 02:32:36 GMT Subject: Automatic vs. Manual Hi, I'm new to this list (subscribed at #188) and I was wondering if anyone of you knew out of the approximately 6000 DeLoreans left, how many are manual and how many are automatic. Right now I'm a senior in high school, and eventually (waaaaay down the road) I hope to purchase a DeLorean with an automatic transmission. Yet, 9 out of 10 times I see someone selling a DeLorean, it is a 5-speed....yecch :-) ------------------------------ From: "Joel Matos" Date: Sat, 26 Oct 1996 11:14:26 -0300 Subject: Air Conditioner Recently every time a drive my D after 40 minutes the A/C turn off automaticatly.I been asking for a electrical updates for the D several times.Please somebody can help me Joel ------------------------------ From: "henderlong" Date: 26 Oct 1996 15:34:59 +700 Subject: DeLorean photo page? A week or so ago, someone told about some DeLorean photos they had just posted to www.xis.net/~hansolo/delorean.html. As of yesterday, I was getting "Not Found" messages whenever I tried to look at that page. Did I get the address wrong, or does anyone know what's happening with it? ------------------------------ From: backissues@dmcnews.com (Ian) Date: Sat, 26 Oct 1996 15:44:54 +0000 Subject: Re: Automatic vs. Manual At 2:32 AM 10/26/96, A 49er Fan wrote: >Hi, >I'm new to this list (subscribed at #188) and I was wondering if anyone of you knew out of the approximately 6000 DeLoreans left, how many are manual and how many are automatic. Right now I'm a senior in high school, and eventually (waaaaay down the road) I hope to purchase a DeLorean with an automatic transmission. >Yet, 9 out of 10 times I see someone selling a DeLorean, it is a 5-speed....yecch :-) Wait one minute... did I read that you would prefer a 3-speed automatic over a standard 5-speed? Well, that's very different than what I dream of every night in my DeLorean. I see a gray 5-speed with Infinity speakers and... well, that's not the point now is it? =) You say that there are approximately 6,000 DeLorean's left. How did you get that number? BTW, I'm in High School too... but only a *Junior*!! =) - -Ian |=| backissues@dmcnews.com |=| "RickHuntr" on IRC |=| |=| Industriall strength high school student and proud owner of a Mac Quadra. |=| Member and head 'whozit' of WDOA. (Wanna-bee DeLorean Owners Association) |=| |=| NOTE: Looking for a blue rear deck for a '63 VW bug, and a 'fresh off the |=| showroom floor' DeLorean for a buck... or even 2 bucks. =) ------------------------------ From: stormrider@socketis.net (Chase Clark) Date: Sun, 27 Oct 1996 18:10:05 -0600 Subject: Re: Rear Window Glue and Preparation >How do I clean the steel to reattach the window? How do I prepare the steel and the window (what cchemicals) >What glue do I have to use (brands?) Matt: I would use general adhesive/tar/wax remover to clean the area, then wash it with soap and water and let dry thoroughly. I don't know about the rear windows for sure, but professional black urethane is the standard glue for windshields and windows in cars. I will have a fast-drying variant of this used next month to replace my windshield and reattach my stationary door glass on the passenger side. ~ Chase - --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Stormrider Media Productions P.O. Box 105301 Chase Clark, Co-Owner Jefferson City, Missouri 65110-5301 Voice/Fax (573)635-0622 Email: stormrider@socketis.net - --------------------------------------------------------------------------- "If I had a dime for every original idea Bill Gates had... why I'd have nothing!" - Christopher Meinck ------------------------------ From: stormrider@socketis.net (Chase Clark) Date: Sun, 27 Oct 1996 18:09:55 -0600 Subject: Re: Possible DMC Purchase >I was looking for a De Lorean for quite a while, and one has finally come up. However, it is a rather overpriced RHD in England. I was wondering what an 82 model with 2,300 miles is worth? It is a factory RHD. It is thought that 30 right-hand drive DeLoreans were built and that only eight are still in existence. However, I have heard of a case of at least one LHD one being converted to RHD. If this one you are looking it is truly one of the prototype RHD DeLoreans, it is definitely worth a much higher premium than the other "garden-variety" DeLoreans (no offense meant ppl). Does the word "PRICELESS" come to mind anyone? ~ Chase - --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Stormrider Media Productions P.O. Box 105301 Chase Clark, Co-Owner Jefferson City, Missouri 65110-5301 Voice/Fax (573)635-0622 Email: stormrider@socketis.net - --------------------------------------------------------------------------- "If I had a dime for every original idea Bill Gates had... why I'd have nothing!" - Christopher Meinck ------------------------------ From: stormrider@socketis.net (Chase Clark) Date: Sun, 27 Oct 1996 18:09:24 -0600 Subject: Correct me when I'm wrong people Well, I am back from Ohio and KAPAC/DeLorean Depot. I had a wonderful conversation with Jerry Rine, perhaps the most knowledgeable DeLorean expert still working on the vintage line today (no offense Rob Grady) and a man I consider to be the savior of the heritage, thanks in part to Sol Shenk and Marvin Katz. I'll tell you people more about my trip in a later post. But for now, I just wanted to let you know I will be more active in the list the next few weeks (lots more time on my hands right now). I've only being researching DeLoreans since deciding to purchase mine one year and nine days ago on a completely insane impulse (as most of my friends call it). In future postings I suspect I will be spewing forth much technical and historical information on the DMC-12. This is just a notice in advance to say that I am sorry if any of the my information is incorrect or not known if it is 100 percent factual. However, I am open to friendly email correcting me in those instances or debating which competing "old stories" about some aspect of the car's history is most likely true and which are more questionable. So there you go. I may be setting myself up for lots of email, but oh well. ~ Chase - --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Stormrider Media Productions P.O. Box 105301 Chase Clark, Co-Owner Jefferson City, Missouri 65110-5301 Voice/Fax (573)635-0622 Email: stormrider@socketis.net - --------------------------------------------------------------------------- "If I had a dime for every original idea Bill Gates had... why I'd have nothing!" - Christopher Meinck ------------------------------ From: stormrider@socketis.net (Chase Clark) Date: Sun, 27 Oct 1996 18:07:42 -0600 Subject: Re: Automatic vs. Manual & Etc. >>Yet, 9 out of 10 times I see someone selling a DeLorean, it is a 5-speed....yecch :-) Most true sports car enthusiasts prefer manual transmissions to automatic transmissions. Has a lot to do with better performance, power and the driver's ego to feel he/she has greater control/mastery of the steel, rubber and plastic they are navigating down the road. Naturally, I preferthe 5-speed DeLorean myself. >You say that there are approximately 6,000 DeLorean's left. How did you get that number? I may the source of this figure of "approx. 6,000" I've read and/or been told that ABOUT 9,100 DeLoreans were manufactured and that about 6,000 remain. However, I am unable to remember the source of the estimate of 6,000 or back it up with any facts. If two-thirds of the cars exist after almost 15 years, though, it is a pretty good number. Of course, that 6,000 would not include ones that were wrecked or otherwise sold to salvage yards. As time goes on, more and more of those cars are restored by collectors. >|=| NOTE: Looking for a blue rear deck for a '63 VW bug, and a 'fresh off the >|=| showroom floor' DeLorean for a buck... or even 2 bucks. Fresh off the showroom floor. Might be possible for that to happen in about years, but don't hold your breath waiting. ~ Chase - --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Stormrider Media Productions P.O. Box 105301 Chase Clark, Co-Owner Jefferson City, Missouri 65110-5301 Voice/Fax (573)635-0622 Email: stormrider@socketis.net - --------------------------------------------------------------------------- "If I had a dime for every original idea Bill Gates had... why I'd have nothing!" - Christopher Meinck ------------------------------ From: stormrider@socketis.net (Chase Clark) Date: Sun, 27 Oct 1996 18:09:13 -0600 Subject: Re: Air Conditioner & Updates >Recently every time a drive my D after 40 minutes the A/C turn off automaticatly. I been asking for a electrical updates for the D several times.Please somebody can help me Joel: One of the first things to check would be if the A/C circuit breaker has been upgraded to a 40 amp breaker instead. You can get 40 amp circuit breakers at any automotive store, although I am sure DeLorean 1 and others would gladly sell you one at a higher twice, along with all new relays. Although, considering the vast 'numbers of old Lucas fuses still available through KAPAC/DeLorean Depot, it isn't absolutely necessary to change them all out this very moment. The A/C has a low-pressure cutoff switch (and also a high-pressure switch I believe) that will shut the compressor off if freon levels are unacceptable. This is done to prevent damage to the compressor and other components. Also, if it is going off after 40 minutes, check to make sure your radiator cooling fans are working. I don't know that their failure would cause the A/C to quit, but then it is always good to make sure they work every now and then. About the only time my fans come in is when stopped with the engine running at stop lights or in line at drive-though windows. As far as other electrical updates go, there is a starter circuit modification for early '81 DeLoreans, a fan circuit modification that disables the "Fan Fail" warning system, and a relay modification that keeps the center console lights from coming on unless the parking lights are being used. None are that complicated to perform. If you need more info on any of them, just say so. FYI, the only Lucas component I have replaced in my May '81 DeLorean is the Lucas flasher beneath the dash. ~ Chase - --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Stormrider Media Productions P.O. Box 105301 Chase Clark, Co-Owner Jefferson City, Missouri 65110-5301 Voice/Fax (573)635-0622 Email: stormrider@socketis.net - --------------------------------------------------------------------------- "If I had a dime for every original idea Bill Gates had... why I'd have nothing!" - Christopher Meinck ------------------------------ From: stormrider@socketis.net (Chase Clark) Date: Sun, 27 Oct 1996 18:09:35 -0600 Subject: Re: New belts & NOS Parts >I am the new owner of a late '81. Unfortunately last night the alternator belt broke on my way home and I am in the need of a replacement. I had a spare belt that worked temporarily but is slightly too big since the alternator is moved as far back as it will move. What are some suggestions for replacement belts for both the A/C and alternator? Believe it or not ORIGINAL belts are still available. A couple of months ago I obtained a kit from PJ Grady (1-516-589-6224) for about $43 that includes the alternator belt, A/C belt, pair of A/C pulley bearings and the cam cover o-ring. I haven't installed them yet, but will shortly. Yes, you can buy aftermarket items cheaper, but I went with Rob Grady because he has been very helpful to me in the past and is always willing to answer my questions, even if they don't necessarily lead to an order. For those of you waiting months to get your DeLorean back from his shop, I and others like me are to blame for the delay. :) Of course, you also could call up KAPAC/DeLorean Depot (1-800-854-6087) and order the same parts directly from them. ANY place that claims to sell NOS (new, old stock) DeLorean parts is buying them from this place as they own ALL remaining parts, except for the SS304 body tools and dies which reside deep beneath the water off the shore of the U.K. Something else to keep in mind, KAPAC/DeLorean Depot does not take credit cards and only discounts from list price (what you and I pay) to companies that do a specific amount of business with them (such as D1, PJ Grady, DeLorean Motor Company, etc.). Shops that do a lesser volume, such as Foreign Car Specialists in Oregon, pay the same price for parts from them as individual owners do. An exemption to the above pricing rule would be the DOA chapter outing to the warehouse earlier this month where a number of items were offered for huge discounts and all other items were 30 percent off list price. ~ Chase - --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Stormrider Media Productions P.O. Box 105301 Chase Clark, Co-Owner Jefferson City, Missouri 65110-5301 Voice/Fax (573)635-0622 Email: stormrider@socketis.net - --------------------------------------------------------------------------- "If I had a dime for every original idea Bill Gates had... why I'd have nothing!" - Christopher Meinck ------------------------------ From: stormrider@socketis.net (Chase Clark) Date: Sun, 27 Oct 1996 18:09:44 -0600 Subject: New Web Page Coming - Info Sought With Takeuchi's DeLorean Home Page in a comatose state for the past six months, I hope to be setting up my own DMC-12 web site within a month. I believe I only get 2 MB from my ISP to work with (not a lot), but I plan to include photos of my custom '81 DeLorean, as well as information on my crazy way of buying it, a story about KAPAC/DeLorean Depot and Jerry Rine, the Common Faults/Repair FAQ ..AND... A list of museums where DeLoreans are on display as well as A list of DeLorean owners and their cars. It is for the last two items that I am seeking information. If you know of a DeLorean in a museum and have any info on it, such as year, VIN#, condition, etc., please let me know via email. Also include information on the museum itself if possible, such as address, hours, costs, phone number, and general background of their car collection. Please put "DeLorean Museum Info" in the subject line of your email. If you are a DeLorean owner, I would like to hear from you as well. I know that many of us travel and would love the chance to meet other owners during these trips. Feel free to send as much information about yourself and your car to me as you would like. If you decide to provide me with some info that you do not want posted, just say so and I'll keep it out of the public's eye .Please put "DeLorean Owner Info" in the subject line of your email. As example, here is my data. Chase Clark 2307 Lakwood Road Jefferson City, Missouri 65110-5301 573-635-0622 Voice/FAX Owner of Stormrider Media Productions a home-based writing/publishing business Same phone number can be used day or night Owner of 1981 DeLorean, VIN #1529 manufactured in May '81 If you are coming my way, feel free to give me a call. If you have technical questions, feel free to drop me email. The purpose of the requested subject lines is because I am receiving an average of 50 email messages a day right now and will have my newest email program filter these messages to separate folders for future reference. Thanks All! ~ Chase - --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Stormrider Media Productions P.O. Box 105301 Chase Clark, Co-Owner Jefferson City, Missouri 65110-5301 Voice/Fax (573)635-0622 Email: stormrider@socketis.net - --------------------------------------------------------------------------- "If I had a dime for every original idea Bill Gates had... why I'd have nothing!" - Christopher Meinck ------------------------------ From: Richard Strecker Date: Sun, 27 Oct 1996 20:45:39 -0500 Subject: Re: Air Conditioner Have your system checked, you are low on FREON. ------------------------------ From: stormrider@socketis.net (Chase Clark) Date: Sun, 27 Oct 1996 21:13:35 -0600 Subject: Re: stored DeLorean >My DeLorean has been in the garage for a few years. When i recently tried >to start it I couldn't open the drivers side door. Just catching up on old mail and was wondering if you got the door to open or not? I've had similiar problems with my early '81 and have discovered the linkages to the latches in my car are adjustable and tend to rattle themselves loose enough to cause the door to jam close. I use a pair of pliers to pull on it and the latch releases. I'm putting newer linkages in my driver's door this week that are not as adjustable. Hopefully this will solve the problem. ~ Chase ------------------------------ From: NathH@aol.com Date: Sun, 27 Oct 1996 21:33:01 -0500 Subject: Re: Experience with idle motor (aux air) pricing. I have noticed Volvo parts come up a number of times in recent and archive postings. I own 2 Volvo's and am a member of the Volvo-net list referenced below by another list member, and I'm somewhat familiar with where to buy Volvo parts for good prices. Feel free to email me for more info as need arises if anyone needs such parts for their DeLorean. Nathan Hanson >>>>I felt this price was really excessive; I looked up the Volvo parts list supliers I found on the net (don't have www address other than "VOLVO-NET") and called one that looked good " Kore-Tek, 4060 Acushnet Ave, New Bedford, MA 02745 (800) 258-0940, (508) 995-3755 ; electrical reman of Bosch stuff & harnes."<<<< ------------------------------ From: stormrider@socketis.net (Chase Clark) Date: Sun, 27 Oct 1996 21:20:42 -0600 Subject: DeLorean Parts Sources - Revised This seemed like an appropriate time to repost this with updated information on KAPAC. Anyone have anythign to add? ~ Chase ...................... Here is a revised list of DeLorean outfits, addresses, contact people and phone numbers that I am aware of to date that specialize in repairs and/or parts for the 1981-83 DeLorean DMC-12. I do not claim this list to be complete or totally accurate. Those with additions and/or corrections to this list, please let me know and I will revise and repost it. KAPAC/DeLorean Depot - 330 West Spring Street, Columbus, Ohio 44215 - Jerry Rine - 1-800-854-6087 or 614-469-4100 (This company bought the remaining stock of parts when DMC went bankrupt from Consolided Industries which purchased the remaining cars.) PJ Grady Inc. - 118 Montauk Highway, West Sayville, NY 11796 - Rob Grady - 516-589-6224 DeLorean Motor Company - Houston, TX - Steve Wynn - 1-800-872-3621 DeLorean Motor Center - 13881 West Street, Garden Grove, CA 92643 - Don Steger (service) and Dee Eitleman (parts) - 714-554-6794 DeLorean One - 9006 Owensmouth Avenue, Canoga Park, CA 91304 - Ed Bernstein - - 1-800-DMC-HELP Bauerle Automotive - Radnor, Ohio Pittman DeLorean Parts - Paul Pittman - 812-941-2524 ...................... ------------------------------ From: stormrider@socketis.net (Chase Clark) Date: Sun, 27 Oct 1996 21:35:21 -0600 Subject: Re: DeLorean photo page? >A week or so ago, someone told about some DeLorean photos they had just posted to www.xis.net/~hansolo/delorean.html. As of yesterday, I was getting "Not Found" messages ... I get the same response when trying to access the site using the above address. ~ Chase ------------------------------ From: MICHAEL BABB Date: Sun, 27 Oct 1996 23:20:37 -0500 (EST) Subject: Re: DeLorean photo page? On Sun, 27 Oct 1996, Chase Clark wrote: >>A week or so ago, someone told about some DeLorean photos they had just posted to www.xis.net/~hansolo/delorean.html. As of yesterday, I was getting "Not Found" messages ... >I get the same response when trying to access the site using the above address. >~ Chase Same here. I could not even acces the source site (xis.net) Anybody know the correct URL? ------------------------------ From: Kevin MacDougall Date: Mon, 28 Oct 1996 06:50:22 -0200 Subject: DeLorean photo anybody want an animated gif of a delorean and then the doors open and go up and then they close and it starts all over again please email me privately kevinmac@iconn.net and I will mail it to you. ***************************************** Kevin MacDougall Kevinmac@iconn.net http://www.iconn.net/kevinmac ***************************************** "If I had a dime for every original idea Bill Gates had... why I'd have nothing!" - Christopher Meinck ------------------------------ End of dmcnews-digest V2 #191 ***************************** To unsubscribe from this list, send mail to majordomo@world.std.com with the message UNSUBSCRIBE DMCNEWS-DIGEST Back issues are available at http://www.dmcnews.com Contact mikasa@goodnet.com if you have problems.
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