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Saturday, November 29 1997 Volume 03 : Number 307
In this issue:
Re: DML: More on the glove box latch
DML: Lotus Convention and quip about John Z. DeLorean
DML: Locking Glovebox Latch
DML: Throttle Overheating and Starting problems and some other
DML: How Fast?
Re: DML: More on the glove box latch
DML: Re: How fast do I drive my DeLorean?
Re: DML: Gauge cluster / side window
Re: DML: delorean in a new movie.
DML: AZ DeLorean for sale
DML: Over 85 mph bad for angle drive? (was: How fast?)
Re: DML: Gauge cluster / side window
DML: Southern California DeLorean wanted
DML: How Fast?
Re: DML: Over 85 mph bad for angle drive? (was: How fast?)
DML: Key up-date
DML: Dare to Dream Video
Re: DML: Anti Sway Bar For Sale
DML: Tachometer
Re: DML: Happy Thanksgiving!
DML: Origional DeLorean Brochure
DML: Re: Cigar lighter and illuminated ring
DML: RE: How fast do I drive my DeLorean?
DML: WSJ and Car and Drivers DeLorean Articles
DML: Re: Over 85 mph bad for angle drive? (was: How fast?)
DML: Maint. questions
DML: O-Rings
DML: Re: Maint. questions
Re: DML: O-Rings
Re: DML: O-Rings
DML: AC Delco Alternator #
Re: DML: O-Rings
DML: Workshop manual
DML: New De Lorean web pages
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Date: Wed, 26 Nov 1997 11:51:44 +0000
From: James Nichols
Subject: Re: DML: More on the glove box latch
Why would you want a locking glove box? As previously mentioned, this
would be the first place a thief would look, and with no lock, no
damage. Perhaps you have forgotten, or not found, the locking, well
hidden, storage compartment behind the driver's seat.
Jim
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Date: Wed, 26 Nov 1997 11:39:38 -0500
From: Mike Substelny
Subject: DML: Lotus Convention and quip about John Z. DeLorean
Peter Warr was the keynote speaker at the Recent Lotus Owners
Gathering in Cuyohoga Falls, Ohio. Warr took over as manager of the
Team Lotus racing team when Colin Chapman died in 1982. Warr left
Team Lotus in 1989 under tense circumstances.
During his talk at the Lotus Owners Gathering, Warr mentioned his
departure from Team Lotus. He quipped: "They were sorry to see
me go, because they offered me a dinner with John De Lorean at
any open-air restaurant in Belfast."
For a full report on the Lotus Owners Gathering, check out:
http://www.lotuscarclub.org/ltd17article.htm
It sounds like a fun convention. In addition to three tech seminars and
social events, they had an autocross, a rally, a "gravity grand prix"
(racing downhill without starting engines), and they raced on a real race
track.
- - Mike Substelny
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Date: Wed, 26 Nov 1997 14:51:10 -0500
From: Mike Griese
Subject: DML: Locking Glovebox Latch
The latch on the DeLorean looks exactly like the latch
on our '86 Jeep Cherokee. My guess is that this is a
fairly standard part. Keys will be easy to find also.
Michael A. Griese
IBM Storage Systems Division
Rochester, MN 55901
Internet: magriese@us.ibm.com
voice: (507)253-1853
fax: (507)253-2880
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Date: Wed, 26 Nov 1997 15:00:59 -0500 (EST)
From: "Marc A Levy"
Subject: DML: Throttle Overheating and Starting problems and some other
bad
Date: Wed, 26 Nov 1997 14:46:41 -0500
Sender: dmcnews@world.std.com
Precedence: list
Reply-To: dmcnews@world.std.com
Hawkeye Writes:
>When I finally got the car to turn over and stay, I let the car idle for a
>bit. It sounded very bad and eventually got a little better. I got
>adventuresome and got it on the road. The throttle was useless. I would
>step on the peddle and the car would act like it was displeased with me.
>It would just chug uncontrollably and not accelerate at all. If I let off
>of the peddle, it sounded much better and actually had better
>acceleration.
>To me, it seemed like the air intake butterflys were working, but that
>the
>fuel wasn't being added to compensate for the air when the throttle was
>depressed. Slow acceleration worked a bit better, but still was
>undriveable.
>Also, the engine is overheating for the first time since I've been driving
>the car. The fan is kicking on fine. Is this from the 100 attempts to
>start the car and then running it in idle forever? Any other areas to
>check? My temperature gauge works at least!
>
I respond:
When you have all of the parts in your tank rot out, it can be assumed
that
if the car ran that way, the small rubber particles are now clogging up
the
rest of the fuel system.
I am guessing that you replaced the fuel filter, you should clean, or
consider replacing the injectors as well. It is likely that they are
clogged.
When a engine runs lean (too much air, not enough gas) it will run exactly
as you describe. I recommend that you NOT drive the car the way it is,
especially if it is over heating. The heat from a lean burn has been
known
to burn holes in pistons, and do some other unseen damage to engine
internals.
Let us know how it turns out!
Good luck,
Marc
Happy T day!
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Date: Wed, 26 Nov 1997 14:51:58 -0500
From: Mike Griese
Subject: DML: How Fast?
One of the advantages to living in rural Minnesota is that
there is a lot of wide open spaces with good roads. I have
had my car over 85 mph on several occasions. The first time
was on the trip back from buying the car in New Mexico.
Ya gotta like the attitude in Wyoming and South Dakota.
Michael A. Griese
IBM Storage Systems Division
Rochester, MN 55901
Internet: magriese@us.ibm.com
voice: (507)253-1853
fax: (507)253-2880
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Date: Wed, 26 Nov 97 13:20:35 -0500
From: "Rob Corkum"
Subject: Re: DML: More on the glove box latch
On 97/11/26 6:51 AM, Fames Nichols wrote:
> Why would you want a locking glove box? As previously mentioned,
> this would be the first place a thief would look, and with no lock,
> no damage. Perhaps you have forgotten, or not found, the locking,
> well hidden, storage compartment behind the driver's seat.
Haha! I do use the drivers side compartment, but as I mentioned, at car
shows when the car is open, I didn't want people to be able to peek into
the glove box. There's a CD changer and various other goodies that I'd
just
prefer not be seen, etc.
On a side note, has anyone ever found water/moisture in that driver's
side
compartment?
Anyways, the original question still stands, is there a locking latch
available?
//Rob//
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Date: Wed, 26 Nov 1997 13:41:37 -0500
From: "Geoffroy Birtz"
Subject: DML: Re: How fast do I drive my DeLorean?
Ed Pryor asked:
> Question: What is the fastest speed you have driven your Delorean?
I took mine up to 200km. It had a bit of room left, but my passenger
wanted
to slow down.
p.s. don't worry about your image Mike, it was late at nigth on a deserted
highway.
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Date: Wed, 26 Nov 1997 12:49:37 -0700
From: raddad@cmn.net
Subject: Re: DML: Gauge cluster / side window
Some time ago Fred Lockett offered (or was about to offer) a digital dash
- -- don't know if it ever came to pass.
Most Novus windshield repair facilities also offer a service that polishes
out minor scratches in glass.
The Rad Dad
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Date: Wed, 26 Nov 97 12:55:01 -0000
From: James Espey
Subject: Re: DML: delorean in a new movie.
>The new movie, "The Wedding Singer" starring Adam Sandler is going to
>have a Delorean in it. It is due out in a few months.
Just for the heck of it, I guessed that they might have a website for the
movie, and sure enough, it's at
www.weddingsinger.com
All that is there yet is a Quicktime movie of the trailer (9MB file
size). I downloaded it and it does have a brief flash of the DeLorean.
It's very hard to tell from the brief showing, but judging from the
scenes directly prior to the showing of the car, it appears that the car
is owned by the "schmuck" of the movie and not Adam Sandler, the star.
The website does say that more is coming soon, so I'll keep checking back
every so often. It has a release date for the movie of February 13.
I wonder what the likelihood is of convincing my local theater to let me
show my car in the lobby when it premieres? Depending on the role of the
car and it's "owner" in the movie, this might be good publicity for the
car.
James
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Date: Wed, 26 Nov 97 10:23:25 -0000
From: James Espey
Subject: DML: AZ DeLorean for sale
A guy called me yesterday trying to sell his DeLorean. I told him I would
ask around if anyone was interested...
Late '81, no flap with lines, October 81 build month
gray, five-speed
excellent overall
lots of books, manuals, papers
original owner
12,000 miles
always garaged
well maintained
asking $16,000 obo
I may be going to look at it this weekend, if I do I will post my
comments on it to the list.
Email me if interested...
James
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Date: Wed, 26 Nov 97 13:52:12 -0000
From: James Espey
Subject: DML: Over 85 mph bad for angle drive? (was: How fast?)
On 11/26/97 7:51 PM, Mike Griese shared these fine thoughts...
>there is a lot of wide open spaces with good roads. I have
>had my car over 85 mph on several occasions. The first time
I heard (or read) that exceeding the mechanical limits of the stock
speedo (85mph) is bad for the angle drive. I often wondered (after my
angle drive died) if my high speed jaunts were to blame. Can anyone
susbtantiate or refute this?
Also, does anyone know what is actually done to the "170mph"
speedometers, other than the obvious re-facing? I have a spare 85mph
speedo that I want to send off to be converted.
James
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Date: Wed, 26 Nov 97 19:31:32 PST
From: "Brandon S. Moody"
Subject: Re: DML: Gauge cluster / side window
> I read a while back there was some place that "updated" the gauge cluster
> on Deloreans, does anyone have info on them, and what exactly they do? I
> just feel a little pathetic when my Geo Metro has more modern looking
> gauges than my Delorean. I'd love to have an all digital display, but I
> don't think that'll be possible, especially with my budget, any info would
> be great!
>
From my own expierence, A company called "Dakota Digital"
makes many types of digital displays that can be customized
for just about anything you can think of. They sell a series
of clusters that look very nice and can be put into the Delorean
housing without any great dificulty, and still preserve the indicator
lamps down each side. Prices are reasonable, but still a bit
much for a cosmetic issue. They also have a little digital clock
that works great as a replacement for those with the 81 cars
with the clock in the console.
- -Brandon
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Date: Wed, 26 Nov 1997 16:15:34 -0800
From: Andrew Casad
Subject: DML: Southern California DeLorean wanted
I am looking for a DeLorean in Southern California that I can use an
everyday drive vehicle. I would like one that has been taken good care
of, however, price is more of a concern than pristine condition. If
there is such, please let me know. Automatic with black interior and
high VIN preferred. Thank you.
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Date: Thu, 27 Nov 1997 00:43:53 +0000
From: BRUCE BENSON
Subject: DML: How Fast?
I had mine at 125 mph between Las Vegas and Parumph, Nevada. I was running
245/50 tires at the rear which lowered the final drive about 12%. I use a
bit over 5 lbs boost on a single Rajay turbo and felt that there may have
been another 10 of 15 mph had the road been longer. Our DeLorean "Touring
Society" regularly cruises at the 80 to 90 mark when crossing the flat
lands
of Nebraska and western Colorado, for example. 800 to 900 mile days seem
to
be much easier in the DeLorean than most other cars I've driven. The car
really starts to settle in and feel happy with itself at about 75 to 80
mph.
Bruce Benson
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Date: Thu, 27 Nov 1997 00:57:39 +0000
From: BRUCE BENSON
Subject: Re: DML: Over 85 mph bad for angle drive? (was: How fast?)
>I heard (or read) that exceeding the mechanical limits of the stock
>speedo (85mph) is bad for the angle drive. I often wondered (after my
>angle drive died) if my high speed jaunts were to blame. Can anyone
>susbtantiate or refute this?
>
>Also, does anyone know what is actually done to the "170mph"
>speedometers, other than the obvious re-facing? I have a spare 85mph
>speedo that I want to send off to be converted.
>
>James
James,
Ben Bird, who was a self proclaimed DeLorean expert in Florida several
years
back, sold a new 160 mph face for the DeLorean speedo for $25. I bought
one
and took my speedo to a local shop and had the new face installed and the
speedo recalibrated for another $25. I wouldn't think it too difficult to
have faces made. This particular one was a self sticking material that
appeared to be a plastic coated paper. If there was enough interest it
might
be something worth pursuing. The initial art work would be the up front
expense but most silk screen shops will keep that on file and only charge
for it once.
Bruce Benson
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Date: Wed, 26 Nov 1997 17:59:03 -0800
From: "lseiler@radiance.com"
Subject: DML: Key up-date
November 26 1997
DMC KEY Up-Date
The Key blanks arrived from the manufacturer last friday.
Several test keys were cut.......Every single key worked.
The dies for molding the Plastic part of the keys are finished.
As mentioned in the last up-date, they produce a finished product that is
indistinguishable from an original.
Every thing is now ready to begin distribution of the DMC-keys
DMC Key Sets are now available in two colors:
1. Black
2. DMC-Gray ........Matched to my 81-DMC-12 VIN5729
Some time in the first week of December DMC-Key list members will start
receiving by e-mail instructions as to how to get these keys.
if by the second week you have not received DMC-Key e-Mail, send e-Mail to
me at: lseiler@radiance.com, I need only your return e-mail address so
just
say "Keys" and you will be put on the list.
The list is set up on a first come first serve basis. When your request
goes into the "Q" you will get a reply e-mail with the instructions
including your line number. Currently there are 347 names on the list.
note: All money stuff will be handeled by the order department of my
company "Radiance Software", which has a long standing Internet presence
and listed in the commerical section of our local telephone book. All
tansactions are secured and covered by my company's business licences and
insurance. I have been victumized on the internet my self, so I understand
why some DML members might be hesitant about purchasing on line.
Lee
VIN#5729
Lic:81DMC12
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Date: Wed, 26 Nov 1997 18:21:47 -0800
From: Matt Peak
Subject: DML: Dare to Dream Video
I ordered this video the day that James posted that he had seen the video
and information regarding it (a long time ago). The bill appeared on my
Visa statement but I never received the video. So, I didn't pay the bill.
Ever since then, unauthorized transactions have been made by the company
(Ephesians) for the video's cost but I still have yet to receive the
video.
What's going on here?
BTW...Ephesians 6:12, the name of JZD's company, refers to the bible quote
by the same name. "For we are not contending against flesh and blood, but
against the principalities, against the powers, against the world rulers
of
this present darkness, against the spiritual hosts of wickedness in the
heavenly places." It is not suprising that Delorean would name his
company
after a bible verse since he gives an extensive account of being "born
again" towards the end of his autobiography. The quote is very relevant
to
the way JZD has shaped his public image throughout his career.
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Date: Wed, 26 Nov 1997 22:21:50 -0500 (EST)
From: JSteuben@aol.com
Subject: Re: DML: Anti Sway Bar For Sale
Hi Matt,
If your anti-sway bar is manufactured by ADDCO and is made specifically
for
the DeLorean, I would be very interested in buying it from you. I live
in
Los Angeles. Have a good holiday and don't worry, what goes down,
does go
back up sooner-or-later. Regards, Joe [:>})
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Date: Wed, 26 Nov 1997 22:56:38 -0500
From: Misha Weitzner
Subject: DML: Tachometer
I was just wondering, I haven't seen this in many cars but why in the
DeLorean does the tach stay at around 1500-2000 RPM when the car is
turned off instead of dropping to 0.
Thanks,
Misha
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Date: Wed, 26 Nov 1997 22:23:55 -0500 (EST)
From: JSteuben@aol.com
Subject: Re: DML: Happy Thanksgiving!
Same to you, and I don't know because my ^$!*^$***85mph tach was pegged.
Regards, Joe (:>})
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Date: Thu, 27 Nov 1997 03:06:07 -0500 (EST)
From: Paraversal@aol.com
Subject: DML: Origional DeLorean Brochure
I don't know how many of you would be interested in this, but I think I
will
take my chances.
I recently acquired a limited supply of Mint condition DeLorean DMC-12
Brochures, (from the dealer showroom) that were produced by DeLorean in
1981,
to promote sales of the new car. These are the sales brochures the
Dealers
would give to prospective DeLorean customers, and to those who had
reserved a
DeLorean ahead of time. These are the ORIGIONAL brochures, NOT remakes, or
photocopies. "One of the top 25 collectables" --from The "Robb Report"
These
are EXTREEMLY RARE, especially in mint condition. I also have matching
numbers of Pre-Production DeLorean Pamphletes, that come with each
Brochure.
The pamphletes were made during the final development of the DeLorean, and
thus shows Specs, Interior Shots, and Exterior shots of a Slightly
different
DeLorean. It was yet yo have the "Window Inside Window" design made
populiar
by the DeLorean, but rather a bus-like, slide forward window. It is also
missing the rear air intakes, and several other obvious things, but is
different from the "Origional DeLorean Prototype." I don't plan on
selling
all of these off as they're quite rare, and as I had stated before, I have
only a limited quantity of these in my hands. All sales are first come,
first serve. These priceless brochures are $50, and include one of the
origional pamphletes too. For more Information, feel free to contact me at
Paraversal@aol.com Thankyou for your time
Justin
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Date: Thu, 27 Nov 1997 05:36:01 -0500 (EST)
From: GunkelWWW@aol.com
Subject: DML: Re: Cigar lighter and illuminated ring
>I think they're about $15 each - any of the DeLorean parts houses should
>be able to get them for you. Another item that I saw a box full of was
>the glove box latches, these are also VW parts. It'd be interesting to
>know what the Volkswagen/Porsche equivalent items cost.
>James
The Porsche equivalent costs 25DM = $14 here in germany (Juni 1997).
Sorry, I have forgoten the Porsche Part Number :-(
Markus Gunkel
GunkelWWW@AOL.COM
Germany
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Date: Thu, 27 Nov 1997 05:38:18 -0500 (EST)
From: GunkelWWW@aol.com
Subject: DML: RE: How fast do I drive my DeLorean?
Ed Pryor asked:
> Question: What is the fastest speed you have driven your Delorean?
Here in Germany you can race so fast you can handle it...
I got her over 200Km/h here. My normal Autobahn speed is 140-160Km/h
(85-100mp/h) and its gets a very good fuel economy and handles very well
(with ~2500-3000rpm at that speed/5.gear)!
> So I always drive my DeLorean with skill and courtesy. I don't drive
> like a
> jerk and I don't drive like a grandma. In speed and style I drive like a
> gentleman.
> Mike Substelny
But it is here not so much fun to be beaten by all of the Mercedes, BMW
and other cars :-(
So I act and agree to Mikes Gentleman statement!
Markus GunkelWWW@AOL.COM
Germany
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Date: Thu, 27 Nov 1997 06:43:13 -0800
From: "Murray Fisher"
Subject: DML: WSJ and Car and Drivers DeLorean Articles
In the Wall Street Journal for Monday Nov 17 Page B19A is an
article Entitled "British Government, DeLorean's Auditors
Agree to Settlement" Belfast, Northern Ireland (AP)
In the latest Car and Driver is a very small article with a small
DeLorean picture. Sorry, but I left the mag on a plane between
New Orleans and Seattle yesterday, and don't know the
page number. It was at the top center of the left page
if that helps a little.
Murray Fisher
VIN #05962
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Date: Thu, 27 Nov 1997 09:40:48 -0500
From: "Geoffroy Birtz"
Subject: DML: Re: Over 85 mph bad for angle drive? (was: How fast?)
- ----------
> From: James Espey
> Also, does anyone know what is actually done to the "170mph"
> speedometers, other than the obvious re-facing? I have a spare 85mph
> speedo that I want to send off to be converted.
>
my Canadian stock speedo goes up to 240 km.Where was the 170 issued ?
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Date: Thu, 27 Nov 1997 13:40:22 -0500
From: DMC12
Subject: DML: Maint. questions
I have a few small scratches to remove on my car
I know to use a scotchbrite pad, but do you put anything on it
or just use it dry?
Also wondering what wieght motor oil some of you use in your cars.
Owners manual doesn't really specify which wieght is best.
Thanx
Doug Venner
'83 #15880
78 MG Midget
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Date: Thu, 27 Nov 97 16:28:14 PST
From: "Brandon S. Moody"
Subject: DML: O-Rings
Anyone know where I could get some replacement
O-Rings for the AC system ? I'm still not at the stage
of sealing the system back up yet, but I was going to
get a start on it so I would have everything when the time
comes. I have all the connections plugged at the present
time. I was thinking that the system was of GMC origin but
does anyone know if this is true or not ?
Also about 1 week ago I was asking about replacement
fabrics for the interior, but no one seems to have any leads
on where the original can be found, SO, I was wanting to
know if anyone has any expierence with re-surfacing or
dying of the material ?
- -Brandon
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Date: Thu, 27 Nov 1997 16:36:24 -0500
From: "Geoffroy Birtz"
Subject: DML: Re: Maint. questions
- ----------
> From: DMC12
> Also wondering what wieght motor oil some of you use in your cars.
> Owners manual doesn't really specify which wieght is best.
> Thanx
if you only use in warm weather 20-50
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Date: Fri, 28 Nov 1997 09:54:44 +0000
From: James Nichols
Subject: Re: DML: O-Rings
The "O" rings used in the Delorean are the same as those used in all GM
air conditioner systems. Be sure to replace the receiver-dryer,
(accumulator-dehydrator in the book), Delco #15-1462, is the same as an
'87 Skyhawk, Farenza, Sunbird or a 2.0 K engine GM car. The "O" rings
should be available at your nearest arto parts store.
Jim
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Date: Fri, 28 Nov 97 14:59:28 PST
From: "Brandon S. Moody"
Subject: Re: DML: O-Rings
>
> The "O" rings used in the Delorean are the same as those used in all GM
> air conditioner systems. Be sure to replace the receiver-dryer,
> (accumulator-dehydrator in the book), Delco #15-1462, is the same as an
> '87 Skyhawk, Farenza, Sunbird or a 2.0 K engine GM car. The "O" rings
> should be available at your nearest arto parts store.
>
> Jim
Thanks for the Part Number and Info. Exactly why is it necessary
to replace the Dehydrator ? I'm familiar with how everything else
on the car works but Refrigeration is a subject I know nothing about.
- -BM
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Date: Fri, 28 Nov 1997 21:33:47 -0500 (EST)
From: GullWinged@aol.com
Subject: DML: AC Delco Alternator #
I have received a number of questions from people about my conversion to
a 144 amp AC Delco "police" alternator. I obtained my info from a
previous series of posts in early October of this year, but will repeat
the basic info for those interested.
The alternator I obtained to replace my stock Ducellier is AC Delco part
no. 321-1096-3M6. I got mine at O'Reilly Automotive for $115 plus tax and
a $65 core charge. They took my Ducellier and gave my core charge back a
couple of weeks ago, but I assume it was a mistake on the salesman's part
as few places rebuild the French-built unit.
Dave Bauerle's mechanics in Ohio were able to install the new alternator
using the existing mounting bracket and original Renault belt. However,
the mounting piece that attached the engine block had to be milled
because it was too long to fit the AC Delco mounting holes. It MAY be
possible to mill the alternator's mounting holes instead to fit the
mounting piece, but I can not verify or deny that.
The new alternator works great and ALWAYS keeps the voltmeter reading
between 13 and 15 volts no matter how heavy the electrical load I am
running at the time.
If anyone has more questions they could call Dave as he said his shop is
an authorized AC Delco service location and I believe he may have
installed Delco alternators in other DeLoreans as well.
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Date: Fri, 28 Nov 1997 19:20:08 +0000
From: James Nichols
Subject: Re: DML: O-Rings
Brandon Moody wrote:
>Thanks for the Part Number and Info. Exactly why is it necessary
>to replace the Dehydrator ? I'm familiar with how everything else
>on the car works but Refrigeration is a subject I know nothing about.
The receiver-dryer is a return tank which separates any liquid freon
which may come from the evaporator. If liquid freon is allowed to go to
the compressor, it will damage it. The tank also has a bag of dessicant
to absorb any water in the system. This bag is a cloth material and
tends to break when it is old, especially if it has absorbed much
water. You really don't want to flush out the system! The compressor
does have an inlet screen but it's still a long line from the
receiver-dryer to the compressor.
The workshop manual has an excellent section on air conditioning basic
theory just in front of the air conditioning secton (N:01:01).
Jim
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Date: Sat, 29 Nov 97 01:52:10 PST
From: "Brandon S. Moody"
Subject: DML: Workshop manual
I usually notice the strangest and smallest details when
looking at things. While thumbing through the workshop
manual today I noticed the picture of the engine at the
front of the engine section. If you really look at the picture,
there are differences in it versus the one in the car. I am
wandering if this picture is the engine before the DMC
modifications ? The engine pictured has the volvo
idle control system and not the electronic one.
Anyone have any idea.
I know this is a boring thing to talk about on the list, but
I have noticed a decrease in people having window, idle,
start, stop, etc... problems lately so I had to think of something
to talk about. I'm currently involed in help a friend restore a
delorean car. I'm rebuilding the mechanics of the door now.
It sure would be nice to have smaller hands and an extra
joint or two. But, atleast I have taken the doors off the car.
Much easier than trying to work on them installed.
- -Brandon
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Date: Sat, 29 Nov 1997 13:15:29 -0500 (EST)
From: TGraham999@aol.com
Subject: DML: New De Lorean web pages
I just added a new section to my web pages: the "How To" section. It
contains instructions on how to take off the dash, speaker replacements,
etc.
If you take a look at the pages, please give me some feed back and tell
me
if it is a good idea, or if it sucks. There is not much information there
yet, but hopefully if the pages seem beneficial to anyone, other owners
will
contribute and I can build the library.
http://edge.net/~cgraham/delorean.htm
Thanks,
Travis
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