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----------------------------------------------------------------- 4159. Dave Swingle Re: Goof 4160. David Silek Give in steering 4161. Kevin Rawlings DeLorean Owners in Southern Ontario 4162. DMC Joe Re: My cooling fans stayed on... 4163. DMC Joe Re: Upper Ball Joint Cross-Reference? 4164. DMC Joe Re: Need some insight or guidance for locating pr 4165. Carson Clark Synthetic Oil ? 4166. Carson Clark Keys...Keys...and more Keys... 4167. Phil Re: Tires 4168. efren hicks very sad delorean crash 4169. Police6627(AT)aol.com Re: Auto trans needed 4170. DMC Joe Re: Give in steering 4171. mike(AT)mrcopies.com Make Your Window Switches Look Like NEW! 4172. Paul Gress Re: Give in steering 4173. Paul Gress Re: Synthetic Oil ? 4174. Ann & Ed Thompson Re: Synthetic Oil ? 4175. SweatyEddy Re: Starting problem at in-between temps 4176. dick ross Re: Synthetic Oil ? 4177. Danrc30 Re: Make Your Window Switches Look Like NEW! 4178. Chris Coplen Need shocks, Don't want Girlings Q! 4179. DMC Joe Re: Keys...Keys...and more Keys... 4180. mhc(AT)starshadow.com Re: Door Key Blank ? 4181. Schaefer Re: Make Your Window Switches Look Like NEW! 4182. Mike $ Struts source 4183. Hank Breer Palm Springs Parade 4184. BurkePhoto(AT)aol.com Re: Make Your Window Switches Look Like NEW! 4185. Robert Brandys Re: Synthetic Oil ? 4186. Robert Brandys Re: Dyno Testing Day 4187. Reggie_Knowlton(AT)vapower.com Re: Give in steering 4188. delorean502(AT)excite.com bolts for what? 4189. DMC83in99(AT)aol.com Re: Auto trans needed 4190. Fedeli, Joe Pewter DeLorean trade? 4191. Kemp, Nick (MN10) Re: shaking 4192. raynet(AT)home.net Re: Give in steering 4193. Kemp, Nick (MN10) Re: Need some insight or guidance for locating pr 4194. Richard Cutter Re: Make Your Window Switches Look Like NEW! 4195. Kemp, Nick (MN10) Gull wing doors, were they a safety item? 4196. Mike Substelny Re: Make Your Window Switches Look Like NEW! 4197. Rich Kula Re: Dyno Testing Day 4198. Kevin Rawlings Webpage 4199. dcsj(AT)excite.com OEM Grey Seat Covers For Sale On Ebay 4200. Mike $ Window Motors 4201. delorean502(AT)excite.com wheels 4202. longstad(AT)earthlink.com Delorean for sale 4203. dcsj(AT)excite.com History Channel Documentory 4204. Paraversal(AT)aol.com Re: Gull wing doors, were they a safety item? 4205. Vicky Miller Re: bolts for what? 4206. James Espey Forgive delay in replies... 4207. Jesse D. Sightler Re: wheels 4208. Mr Copies Re: Window Motors 4209. Amazinrick(AT)aol.com Cool name! =D 4210. Danrc30 Re: History Channel Documentory 4211. saintern website update 4212. William T Wilson Re: Dyno Testing Day 4213. William T Wilson Re: History Channel Documentory 4214. Michael Babb The Mystery Piece...Continued 4215. BigJohn927(AT)aol.com Re: Gull wing doors, were they a safety item? 4216. BigJohn927(AT)aol.com Re: Dyno Testing Day 4217. Deloreanernst(AT)aol.com Re: DeLorean Owners in Southern Ontario 4218. CBL302(AT)aol.com Re: Message Rejected 4219. CBL302(AT)aol.com Re: Give in steering 4220. efren hicks looking 4 DeLorean Owner in Southern california 4221. David Silek To Moderator 4222. Robert Brandys Re: Dyno Testing Day 4223. Robert Brandys Re: DYNO TESTING DAY 4224. Brent Williams Re: History Channel Documentory 4225. Robert Brandys Re: Dyno Day Directions 4226. Mike Substelny Re: History Channel Documentory 4227. DeLorean31(AT)aol.com Re: Gull wing doors, were they a safety item? 4228. Paul Parker Re: History Channel Documentory 4229. Danrc30 Re: Gull wing doors, were they a safety item? 4230. CBL302(AT)aol.com Re: History Channel Documentory 4231. saintern undercarriage cleaning 4232. Yocom, Shannon FYI - Inspiration 4233. Danrc30 Legend twin-turbos... 4234. Paraversal(AT)aol.com Re: Gull wing doors, were they a safety item? 4235. dcsj(AT)excite.com Another Giugiaro Design Influence? 4236. delorean502(AT)excite.com relay for doors 4237. delorean502(AT)excite.com headliner fabric 4238. delorean502(AT)excite.com dash and other questions 4239. Carson Clark Historical Status for CA? 4240. Carson Clark Re: History Channel Documentory 4241. Christopher Hawes Re: Dyno Testing Day 4242. John Hanley Re: History Channel Documentory 4243. BigJohn927(AT)aol.com Re: Gull wing doors, were they a safety item? 4244. toscano2(AT)mindspring.com Anyone see this before (DeLorean song)? 4245. raddad(AT)cmn.net Re: FYI - Inspiration 4246. Stian Birkeland Re: History Channel Documentory 4247. DMC Joe Re: Struts source 4248. Ian Foster Cloth seat covers? 4249. Aldo Buono BMW Gullwing Concept Car 4250. DMC83in99(AT)aol.com Re: dash and other questions 4251. DMC83in99(AT)aol.com Re: Historical Status for CA? 4252. DMC83in99(AT)aol.com Are these relay problems? 4253. Rich Kula Hesitation from the Line 4254. Macstacker(AT)aol.com Re: Another Giugiaro Design Influence? 4255. Tamir Ardon Dyno Testing Pictures 4256. Carson Clark Re: Another Giugiaro Design Influence? 4257. LovDMC12(AT)aol.com Re: Another Giugiaro Design Influence? 4258. delorean502(AT)excite.com Instument cluster case -----------------------------------------------------------------
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: "Dave Swingle" <dswingle(AT)enteract.com> Date: Sun, 31 Oct 1999 11:02:22 -0600 MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] re: Goof Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
This is regarding a post intended for the moderator that was inadvertantly passed on to the list. At the request of the originator the post has been deleted from the archives and was blocked from the digest version. Unfortunately it is not possible to recall real-time email distribution. If you are reading on the web or get the digest version, you won't see the post I'm referencing.
As this was an honest mistake due to the mechanics of moderation (I'm currently trying to convince Dick NOT to resign over this), and the originator has asked for the efforts to be made to recall it, I'm considering the topic closed. Past experience has shown this sort of issue not to be healthy for the list. Many more people object to it than want to foster it. Future postings on this thread, both pro or con, will be deleted without comment.
Feel free to post to moderator(AT)dmcnews.com of you'd like to comment futher directly to the moderator team.
Dave
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: "David Silek" <dsilek(AT)email.msn.com> References: <381B7FF5.D074C676(AT)ketchum.com> Date: Sun, 31 Oct 1999 01:44:07 -0400 Subject: [DML] Give in steering Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
Gentlemen, Having fixed just about all the major issues that have presented themselves in the course of my ownership of my D, a new one has popped up. There seems now to be a lot of give in the steering. That is to say, that when driving I can move my wheel a few degrees and nothing happens to direct the wheels in a different direction. Is it the tie rod? If so is there a cross reference? I only have 40,000 miles so I am concerned about what might be causing this. I have cars (2) with over 150,000 and have not had tie rod issues yet on them.....
Any help is always most appreciated.
David Silek VA Beach, VA
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: "Kevin Rawlings" <blast59(AT)hotmail.com> Date: Sun, 31 Oct 1999 14:23:16 GMT Mime-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] DeLorean Owners in Southern Ontario Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; format=flowed Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
Hello DMLers,
I live in Canada and I don't own a DeLorean (yet.) As you can guess, there aren't many of them at all here, and I would really like to get in touch with someone who owns one. If you do, or you know someone who does, please let me know.
Thanks, Kevin
PS - Check out my webpage: www.geocities.com/MotorCity/Factory/9755/
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: "DMC Joe" <DMCJOE(AT)att.net> Date: Sun, 31 Oct 1999 11:45:41 -0500 MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: My cooling fans stayed on... Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1 Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
Dan, It appears as if you have your AC compressor confisued with you alternator. The loud click you heard is the compressor clutch engaging which also switches on the cooling fans. This explains why the fans continued to run even after you unplugged the otterstat switch. When you started to drive the car the compressor clutch released and the fans shut off.
Your AC compressor should only operate when one of the three AC positions is selected on your AC/heater switch.
DMC Joe / DeLorean Services / <dmcjoe(AT)att.net> Web Site: <http://www.deloreanservices.com>
---------- From: Danrc30 <Danrc30(AT)hotmail.com>
Yesterday when I went to start my car, I heard a loud CLICK from the engine, and the cooling fans came on. The engine was completely cold. The key was only in the "on" position. Upon further inspection, I realized the click was coming from the alternator. It seemed like it wanted to engage even when the car was off. I then started the car and shut it back off to see if the alternator was just stuck or something. But nothing changed. I unplugged one of the connections to the otterstat switch, but the fans stayed on. The only way I could shut them off was to pull the jumper wire in the relay area. So, then I decided to drive the car anyway to see if it would fix itself. And, sure enough, it did. As soon as I pulled it out of the garage, the fans went off and all was back to normal.
My question is; what happened here? Is this a common occurance? Is this a symptom that something really bad is about to happen to my car? Anyone else have this happen to them? Thanks in advance for any help.
---Dan #5493
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: "DMC Joe" <DMCJOE(AT)att.net> Date: Sun, 31 Oct 1999 13:23:52 -0500 MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: Upper Ball Joint Cross-Reference? Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1 Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
Dave,
Save yourself a lot of phone calls and driving from parts dealer to parts dealer. The upper ball joints are readily available from your friendly DeLorean parts supplier for around $50. Just call one of their 800 numbers first thing in the morning and ask for part # 10927. For a few extra bucks for shipping you could have the exact replacement at your doorstep Tuesday morning; what could be easier.
You will also feel good that your order helped to "keep the dream alive" by supporting our DeLorean parts suppliers.
I almost forgot to answered you initial question. We know of no reliable cross reference for the upper ball joints.
DMC Joe / DeLorean Services / <dmcjoe(AT)att.net> Web Site: <http://www.deloreanservices.com>
---------- > From: Dave Stragand <dave.stragand(AT)ketchum.com> > > Anyone have a cross-ref on the upper ball joint? The one that I have > (yes, just one) is brand new, and has "J29" stamped into it. Three > different parts stores couldn't find the part number or a > cross-reference though... > > -Dave > VIN 5127
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: "DMC Joe" <DMCJOE(AT)att.net> Date: Sun, 31 Oct 1999 13:58:57 -0500 MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: Need some insight or guidance for locating problem Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1 Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
Lets determine weather or not you are losing power to the fuel pump while you are driving. Set up the following test: Access the fuel pump and run a test wire from the positive post through the hole in the firewall where the hood release cable goes through. Once inside the car hook your 12v test light between the test lead from the pump and ground. To be sure that the problem is not ground related jump the inertia switch during this test.
Let me know your results.
DMC Joe / DeLorean Services / <dmcjoe(AT)att.net> Web Site: <http://www.deloreanservices.com>
---------- > From: dstall(AT)gvi.net > > Earlier I posted a note about State Farm insurance and also a problem > about my DMC-12 automatic lugging down as if there was a fuel problem. > The problem: I'm driving along and the car slows down as though it is > running out of gas; if you turn off the key and then turn it on again > the car accelerates back to the speed it was running at and all is well > for about 2-4 minutes and then it repeats the slowdown again; turn off > key and turn on and its ok for a short time again. > > What I've done. Replaced fuel pump relay; replaced fuel pump, gas > pickup line and filter on fuel pump inlet. > Diagnostic setup: > 1. put tap into fuel line at fuel inlet on fuel distributor with > pressure gage 2. put 12 v light on power line going to fuel pump in > fuel pump relay with other end of light grounded. > Observations: > 1. The fuel pressure is at 75-80 psi while engine is running and about > 45-50 psi at rest. > 2. Light is off until car turns over to start and then it stays on and > doesn't go off when car slows or until key is turned off to quit > 3. fuel pressure doesn't waver at all while car is running or slowing > down. > 4. car has good acceleration and power except when it slow as if fuel > is starving; also I hear something that sound like preignition knock on > occassion when it is slowing down with throttle depressed. > > I'd like thoughts on what to check out next. Insight or suggestions > will be really appreciated. > > DaveS > dstall(AT)gvi.net
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Sun, 31 Oct 1999 13:06:03 -0800 (PST) From: Carson Clark <cnsandog(AT)yahoo.com> MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Synthetic Oil ? Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
I have yet to see information concerning the use of synthetic motor oil in our DMC's. Do any of you have any recomendations, or know of any problems with using synthetic motor oil.
Also what kind do you use.
Thanks,
C VIN 16367
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Sun, 31 Oct 1999 13:17:30 -0800 (PST) From: Carson Clark <cnsandog(AT)yahoo.com> MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Keys...Keys...and more Keys... Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
I have been reading alot of the e-mails with alot of different key code numbers in the e-mail. I guess I missed the start of all of this, but I was able to get a key copied at a local locksmith here in San Diego. He just used a standard Volvo key blank.
Is there any way that I can purchase an original key, or a replica of the original key- with the black plastic etc... I purchased my car from the original owner and he had lost the original key! :-(
Thanks,
C VIN 16367
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: "Phil" <delorean(AT)usfamily.net> References: <199910302129.OAA03078(AT)swan.prod.itd.earthlink.net> Date: Sun, 31 Oct 1999 01:13:31 -0600 MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: Tires Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
Actually the rear tires are P235/60HR15.
-Phil philf(AT)ssesco.com
----- Original Message ----- From: "Aldo Buono" <dmc1440(AT)earthlink.net> To: "dmcnews" <dmcnews(AT)egroups.com> Sent: Saturday, October 30, 1999 12:48 PM Subject: [DML] Tires
> What a difference a new set of tires makes on the De Lorean. > > Just had installed Dunlop G/T Qualifier: > Front -- 195/60R14 > Rear -- 255/60R15 > > Speed: T > Traction: A > Treadware: 440 > Temperature: B > > Even though the rears are wider than NOS, they are clearing all of the > suspension. > And the ride is like flying on a magic carpet. > -- > Aldo Buono, President, De Lorean Midatlantic, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, > dmc1440(AT)earthlink.net/ VIN 1440 since 1984 > Visit: http://clubs.hemmings.com/deloreanmidatlantic/ > > For all the exciting details of Eastern Regional Run 10, June 15-18, 2000, > Visit: http://w3.one.net/~dmc1219/DMC2000/ > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > Before posting messages or replies, see the posting policy rules at: > www.dmcnews.com/Admin/rules.html > > To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address: > moderator(AT)dmcnews.com > >
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Sun, 31 Oct 1999 14:12:39 -0800 (PST) From: efren hicks <marty_mcflyjr(AT)yahoo.com> MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] very sad delorean crash Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
dml ok me and my friend where driving in the freeway today when we saw a delorean we where like wow cause it was going pretty fast like 65 or something then all of a sudden its stoped and then a huge truck smashed the back of it we pulled over as soon as this happend but we couldnt reach the guy cause there was a chp and he closed of the road and we didnt reach it but the delorean got really smash from the back does any one know whos delorean this is or was it was an 81 early with black interior oh and the rims look like an 83 but it was evry nice until that happend please contact me if this your delorean im talkin about
efren 16072
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: Police6627(AT)aol.com Date: Sun, 31 Oct 1999 19:35:42 EST MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: Auto trans needed Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
Can anybody tell me what I can use in my D to make it nice and shiny? They sell something at Delorean in Houston but it costs $45 -- anything cheaper? Also, on the windshield there are two leather/plastic pieces and one is coming off what kind of glue can I use?
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: "DMC Joe" <DMCJOE(AT)att.net> Date: Sun, 31 Oct 1999 19:17:54 -0500 MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: Give in steering Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1 Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
The first and easiest item to check is your wheel bearings. Because of the very tight tolerances in the racing grade suspension the slightest amount of play of the front wheels will cause steering "drift". Do you know how to check your wheel bearings ? If not contact us directly for assistance.
DMC Joe / DeLorean Services / <dmcjoe(AT)att.net> Web Site: <http://www.deloreanservices.com>
---------- > From: David Silek <dsilek(AT)email.msn.com> > > Gentlemen, > Having fixed just about all the major issues that have presented themselves > in the course of my ownership of my D, a new one has popped up. There seems > now to be a lot of give in the steering. That is to say, that when driving > I can move my wheel a few degrees and nothing happens to direct the wheels > in a different direction. Is it the tie rod? If so is there a cross > reference? I only have 40,000 miles so I am concerned about what might be > causing this. I have cars (2) with over 150,000 and have not had tie rod > issues yet on them..... > > Any help is always most appreciated. > > David Silek > VA Beach, VA
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: "mike(AT)mrcopies.com" <mrcopies(AT)jet2.net> Date: Sun, 31 Oct 1999 20:14:29 -0600 MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Make Your Window Switches Look Like NEW! Content-Type: multipart/alternative; boundary="----=_NextPart_000_0020_01BF23DC.89615D60" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Sun, 31 Oct 1999 19:43:47 -0500 From: Paul Gress <pgress(AT)pb.net> MIME-Version: 1.0 References: <381B7FF5.D074C676(AT)ketchum.com> <020001bf2362$f3771ca0$d39a183f(AT)satellite> Subject: [DML] Re: Give in steering Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
It is most likely the universal joints between the steering and rack & pinion. They are little fragile bearings that need frequent replacement.
Paul Gress
David Silek wrote:
> Gentlemen, > Having fixed just about all the major issues that have presented themselves > in the course of my ownership of my D, a new one has popped up. There seems > now to be a lot of give in the steering. That is to say, that when driving > I can move my wheel a few degrees and nothing happens to direct the wheels > in a different direction. Is it the tie rod? If so is there a cross > reference? I only have 40,000 miles so I am concerned about what might be > causing this. I have cars (2) with over 150,000 and have not had tie rod > issues yet on them..... > > Any help is always most appreciated. > > David Silek > VA Beach, VA > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > Before posting messages or replies, see the posting policy rules at: > www.dmcnews.com/Admin/rules.html > > To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address: > moderator(AT)dmcnews.com
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Sun, 31 Oct 1999 19:52:27 -0500 From: Paul Gress <pgress(AT)pb.net> MIME-Version: 1.0 References: <19991031210603.11021.rocketmail(AT)send205.yahoomail.com> Subject: [DML] Re: Synthetic Oil ? Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
I started mine at 3,500 miles and continued using it to 125,000 miles. The engine doesn't burn a drop of oil. I started with Amsoil. They were expensive and also had synthetic gear oil for my manual transmission. I have since use all brands (Moble, Castrol etc.) without any problems. The only thing I look for is NOT a synthetic blend and the viscosity. Some synthetics get very thin.
Paul Gress
Carson Clark wrote:
> I have yet to see information concerning the use of synthetic motor oil > in our DMC's. Do any of you have any recomendations, or know of any > problems with using synthetic motor oil. > > Also what kind do you use. > > Thanks, > > C > VIN 16367 > > ===== > C > VIN 16367 > __________________________________________________ > Do You Yahoo!? > Bid and sell for free at http://auctions.yahoo.com > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > Before posting messages or replies, see the posting policy rules at: > www.dmcnews.com/Admin/rules.html > > To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address: > moderator(AT)dmcnews.com
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> Carson Clark wrote: > > I have yet to see information concerning the use of synthetic motor oil > in our DMC's.
How far have you looked Carson?
The DML archives are chocked full of comments, pro and con, on the use of synthetics in the DeLorean. (Or in anything else for that matter.)
My 2 cents worth.....save you money. Use only what the manufacturer recommended.
Regards, Ed Thompson (#6419 since 1982) Midlothian, VA
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: "SweatyEddy" <swetyedy(AT)cwnet.com> References: <7v9jo0$t9lo(AT)eGroups.com> Date: Sun, 31 Oct 1999 18:15:05 -0000 MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: Starting problem at in-between temps Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
Mark, I had a problem that sounds a lot like what you are experiencing. My car would start fine in the morning and fine after it had been running for awhile but when it sat out in the sun on a warm California day (usually in the parking lot at work) it would not start. I would remove the plug from the cold start valve (blue plug) and put the control pressure regulator plug (gray plug) on to the cold start valve and it would start up. Essentially this is force feeding fuel into what turned out to be a starved fuel system. When I would put the plugs back on to their correct components it would fire up. It worked every time. I finally figured out the problem, it was the RPM relay going out. After replacing the relay the problem disappeared. Hope this helps, -SweatyEddy #6564
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> Hi, > > I've got a couple of ideas on this, but wanted to get more input in > case I forgot something obvious. > > This past weekend my DeLorean wouldn't start when the engine was warm, > but cooler than normal operating temp. Cold start is fine. Hot start is > fine. It only showed up if I left the car sit for a while and the > engine temp dropped to around 100 degrees or so. Then, no start. Let it > cool down another 1/2 hour and it started just fine. Drive down the > road. Stop at a rest area for 5 minutes. Engine is still warm when I > get back and it starts fine. > > It did this to me twice. If it had a carburetor instead of FI, I'd say > the choke was adjusted wrong. I'm thinking the thermo-time switch could > be going bad? Not completely bad or it wouldn't cold-start properly, > but maybe lost it's calibration? > > Any suggestions appreciated! > > Mark N > VIN 6820 >
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Sun, 31 Oct 1999 18:32:30 -0700 From: dick ross <dickross(AT)indra.com> MIME-Version: 1.0 References: <19991031210603.11021.rocketmail(AT)send205.yahoomail.com> Subject: [DML] Re: Synthetic Oil ? Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
I've been using Castrol Syntec for over 5 years and have noticed no ill affects. Dick V-3000
Carson Clark wrote:
> I have yet to see information concerning the use of synthetic motor oil > in our DMC's. Do any of you have any recomendations, or know of any > problems with using synthetic motor oil. > > Also what kind do you use. > > Thanks, > > C > VIN 16367 > > ===== > C > VIN 16367 > __________________________________________________ > Do You Yahoo!? > Bid and sell for free at http://auctions.yahoo.com > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > Before posting messages or replies, see the posting policy rules at: > www.dmcnews.com/Admin/rules.html > > To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address: > moderator(AT)dmcnews.com
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: "Danrc30" <Danrc30(AT)hotmail.com> References: <002301bf240e$d506d4c0$494addd8(AT)mrcopies> Date: Sat, 30 Oct 1999 22:40:55 -0400 MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: Make Your Window Switches Look Like NEW! Content-Type: multipart/alternative; boundary="----=_NextPart_000_0102_01BF2327.D41E1060" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
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This sounds like a great idea to me. Mine still have the arrows, but I'm su= re they'll eventually wear away. So I'd be interested in buying a kit. $5 b= ucks is a great price! I'd buy one now for the future. (no pun intended.) -= --Dan ----- Original Message ----- =
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Sent: Sunday, October 31, 1999 10:14 PM Subject: [DML] Make Your Window Switches Look Like NEW!
I've been experiementing with a low tack sticker stencil you apply to you= r window switches then spray paint or screen ink in white. Peel the sticke= r when dry and wah-la... instant arrows. =
My "prototype" hand cut one worked like magic. Am I re-inventing the whe= el or has anyone else ever done this? =
If enough people were interested I could have a die made and pop a kit to= gether with photo instructions for a few bucks ($5?). I own a print shop s= o this stuff is right up my alley. =
Do most people just suffer with arrowless switches? =
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Look Like NEW!</DIV> <DIV><BR></DIV> <DIV><FONT color=3D#000000 size=3D2>I've been experiementing with a low t= ack =
sticker stencil you apply to your window switches then spray paint or scr= een =
ink in white. Peel the sticker when dry and wah-la... instant =
arrows.</FONT></DIV> <DIV><FONT color=3D#000000 size=3D2></FONT> </DIV> <DIV><FONT color=3D#000000 size=3D2>My "prototype" hand cut one worked li= ke =
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this?</FONT></DIV> <DIV><FONT color=3D#000000 size=3D2></FONT> </DIV> <DIV><FONT color=3D#000000 size=3D2>If enough people were interested I co= uld have =
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: Chris Coplen <Chris.Coplen(AT)ix.netcom.com> Date: Sun, 31 Oct 1999 23:04:23 -0500 MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Need shocks, Don't want Girlings Q! Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" Content-Transfer-Encoding: quoted-printable
Calling around, it has been made clear to me that there are no new front = shock absorbers available other than original vintage Girlings that have = been on a shelf since 1983.
Is this true? Are there not other shocks available than these? I don't = want to buy a set of brand new 20 year old shock absorbers. I checked = Houston and Grady, they have the same part number.
Help!
Chris Lic. Gigawat
BTW: my passenger front shock sheared off it's top and wore a large hole = in the shock tower on the frame.
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: "DMC Joe" <DMCJOE(AT)att.net> Date: Sun, 31 Oct 1999 19:42:20 -0500 MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: Keys...Keys...and more Keys... Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1 Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
Call DMC Houston for replacement keys.
DMC Joe / DeLorean Services / <dmcjoe(AT)att.net> Web Site: <http://www.deloreanservices.com>
---------- > From: Carson Clark <cnsandog(AT)yahoo.com> > > I have been reading alot of the e-mails with alot of different key code > numbers in the e-mail. I guess I missed the start of all of this, but > I was able to get a key copied at a local locksmith here in San Diego. > He just used a standard Volvo key blank. > > Is there any way that I can purchase an original key, or a replica of > the original key- with the black plastic etc... I purchased my car > from the original owner and he had lost the original key! :-( > > > Thanks, > > C > VIN 16367
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Sun, 31 Oct 1999 23:19:52 -0500 (EST) From: <mhc(AT)starshadow.com> In-Reply-To: <0.3d6b5e18.254ce11e(AT)aol.com> MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: Door Key Blank ? Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=US-ASCII Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
I just found this on eBay:
http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=189915941
-Christian VIN: ____ :(
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Sun, 31 Oct 1999 22:19:31 -0600 From: Schaefer <schaefer(AT)elpaso.net> MIME-Version: 1.0 References: <002301bf240e$d506d4c0$494addd8(AT)mrcopies> Subject: [DML] Re: Make Your Window Switches Look Like NEW! Content-Type: multipart/alternative; boundary="------------15B8BD1D0C39B56814503553" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
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Hey man, that's an awesome idea! Eventually, maybe all switches could be accounted for. If you do decide to do this, make sure to e-mail me :) thanks, mike schaefer
"mike(AT)mrcopies.com" wrote:
> I've been experiementing with a low tack sticker stencil you apply to > your window switches then spray paint or screen ink in white. Peel > the sticker when dry and wah-la... instant arrows. My "prototype" hand > cut one worked like magic. Am I re-inventing the wheel or has anyone > else ever done this? If enough people were interested I could have a > die made and pop a kit together with photo instructions for a few > bucks ($5?). I own a print shop so this stuff is right up my > alley. Do most people just suffer with arrowless > switches? Thanksmike(AT)mrcopies.com > ----------------------------------------------------------------------- > > Before posting messages or replies, see the posting policy rules at: > www.dmcnews.com/Admin/rules.html > > To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address: > moderator(AT)dmcnews.com > > eGroups.com Home: http://www.egroups.com/group/dmcnews > www.egroups.com - Simplifying group communications
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<!doctype html public "-//w3c//dtd html 4.0 transitional//en"> <html> <body bgcolor="#FFFFFF"> Hey man, that's an awesome idea! Eventually, maybe all switches could be accounted for. If you do decide to do this, make sure to e-mail me :)<br> thanks, <br>mike schaefer <p>"mike(AT)mrcopies.com" wrote: <blockquote TYPE=CITE> <font color="#000000"><font size=-1>I've been experiementing with a low tack sticker stencil you apply to your window switches then spray paint or screen ink in white. Peel the sticker when dry and wah-la... instant arrows.</font></font> <font color="#000000"><font size=-1>My "prototype" hand cut one worked like magic. Am I re-inventing the wheel or has anyone else ever done this?</font></font> <font color="#000000"><font size=-1>If enough people were interested I could have a die made and pop a kit together with photo instructions for a few bucks ($5?). I own a print shop so this stuff is right up my alley.</font></font> <font color="#000000"><font size=-1>Do most people just suffer with arrowless switches?</font></font> <font color="#000000"><font size=-1>Thanks</font></font><font color="#000000"><font size=-1><a href="mailto:mike(AT)mrcopies.com">mike(AT)mrcopies.com</a></font></font> <hr> <br>Before posting messages or replies, see the posting policy rules at: <br>www.dmcnews.com/Admin/rules.html <p>To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address: <br><a href="mailto:moderator(AT)dmcnews.com">moderator(AT)dmcnews.com</a> <p>eGroups.com Home: <a href="http://www.egroups.com/group/dmcnews">http://www.egroups.com/group/dmcnews</a> <br><a href="http://www.egroups.com">www.egroups.com</a> - Simplifying group communications</blockquote>
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: "Mike $" <sheilaridez(AT)hotmail.com> Date: Mon, 01 Nov 1999 05:18:07 GMT Mime-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Struts source Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; format=flowed Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
Hi, I just got an 81, red dmc, it is a beautiful car, but the doors only go up a little over half way, the struts seem very weak, and i'm pretty sure it is the problem. Could someone aim me in the direction of an inexpensive source for replacement struts for the doors, and are there any cheaper struts that can be used to replace the front and louver struts? Any information is greatly appreciated, i'm very new to the community, but I have been doing my homework. thanks, Mike Schaefer
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Mon, 01 Nov 1999 01:11:00 -0800 From: Hank Breer <hbreer(AT)ix.netcom.com> MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Palm Springs Parade Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
Dear List,
Those of you who are in Southern California or will be visiting during the first week of December are invited to join other DeLorean owners at the Festival of Lights Parade in Palm Springs. The date is Saturday, December 4th, starting at 5:45pm. It is a nighttime parade, through downtown Palm Springs, and all entries - even marching groups - are decorated with white Xmas lights.
If you are interested and have not received an invitation, either email us (off list at hbreer(AT)ix.netcom.com) or call 626-798-6279 day/evening.
This will be the 4th year we have had a group of DeLoreans in this parade.
Hank & Mimi Breer
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: BurkePhoto(AT)aol.com Date: Mon, 1 Nov 1999 06:03:14 EST MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: Make Your Window Switches Look Like NEW! Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
Mike,
I would be interested in your window switch stencil.
Burke
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Mon, 01 Nov 1999 07:23:21 -0600 From: Robert Brandys <oehcs(AT)flash.net> MIME-Version: 1.0 References: <19991031210603.11021.rocketmail(AT)send205.yahoomail.com> Subject: [DML] Re: Synthetic Oil ? Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
I use mobil I, tried amsol, castrol, texaco synthetics. Mobil 1 was the best. We used it in all our cars.
bob
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Mon, 01 Nov 1999 07:30:09 -0600 From: Robert Brandys <oehcs(AT)flash.net> MIME-Version: 1.0 References: <002b01bf23c1$be47cca0$0100a8c0(AT)dellxpsr350> Subject: [DML] Re: Dyno Testing Day Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
Only 6 days left until Dyno Testing Day at Street Stuff in Addison Illinois.
We are going to dyno tune marty's turbo delorean as the final event. We are also going to test the Super Charged D from Glenn & Sons Auto. And test a stock automatic D.
If you have never seen dyno testing of a car or dyno tuning one this is a very interesting experience. The is the first time this has been done for the D. Contact me a 630 325-2083 if you are coming.
Bob Brandys
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: Reggie_Knowlton(AT)vapower.com Date: Mon, 1 Nov 1999 08:35:11 -0500 Mime-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: Give in steering Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
My best thoughts are to take it to an alighnment shop and have them take a looksee, they usually don't charge for this service, I know that NTB doesn't.
Reggie in Norfolk, Va.
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Mon, 01 Nov 1999 05:41:10 -0800 From: delorean502(AT)excite.com Subject: [DML] bolts for what? Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
when taking out the drivers seat there are four bolts. one in each corner. on the right side (closest to the side of the car) there are three bolts inbetween the bolts for the seats. what are those bolts for?? thanks!
Erik Geerdink 4512
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: DMC83in99(AT)aol.com Date: Mon, 1 Nov 1999 08:57:45 EST MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: Auto trans needed Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
I found some stuff this weekend called Blue Magic metal polish. I got it at Kmart. It's decently cheap, and it had worked like, well, magic on mine. You can tell a supreme difference between the panels I've done and not done. I would also suggest a buffer, because it makes life a lot easier. They also make a wheel cleaner, and it's also just as incredible.
Scott #16738
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: "Fedeli, Joe" <paa5072(AT)dscp.dla.mil> Date: Mon, 1 Nov 1999 09:02:33 -0500 MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Pewter DeLorean trade? Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
Does anyone have a pewter DeLorean with the doors open they would like to trade for a DeLorean with the doors closed? If so, please contact me directly via email. Thanks!
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: "Kemp, Nick (MN10)" <nick.kemp(AT)HBC.honeywell.com> Date: Mon, 1 Nov 1999 08:05:21 -0600 MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: shaking Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
I forget the details of the original post but you may have thrown a wheel weight causing one wheel to vibrate. This may give you that "speed bump" sensation.
I'm always amazed to see people driving cars on the freeway with one wheel bouncing violently. These are the opposite of those who drive cars that look like the shocks fell out giving them the "smooooth" ride.
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Mon, 01 Nov 1999 06:10:21 -0800 From: raynet(AT)home.net In-Reply-To: <020001bf2362$f3771ca0$d39a183f(AT)satellite> Subject: [DML] Re: Give in steering Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
I had the same problem with my D. I had to replace both the steering U joints to fix the problem. Definately not exactly the cheapest of fixes. If your lucky like I was, you'll find somebody who's got an extra one around thats in good shape otherwise you'll be spending upwards of $500 for the parts. If your unsure how to check those joints, let me know. I'm on my way down to VA in a few weeks. I'm no expert, but I do know from experience what I had to do for mine.
Raymond McKay raymondmckay(AT)home.net
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: "Kemp, Nick (MN10)" <nick.kemp(AT)HBC.honeywell.com> Date: Mon, 1 Nov 1999 08:15:37 -0600 MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: Need some insight or guidance for locating problem Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
Symptom: "I'm driving along and the car slows down as though it is running out of gas" ... it probably is.
Make sure your fuel pickup is not bending as you accelerate. I had a problem once where the car would not run in forward but ran fine in reverse and idled fine. I replaced the fuel pickup line (bottom of pump) and solved the problem In my case, the stud in the bottom of the tank is missing causing the old and tired fuel pickup to move around. It eventually kinks and restricts the fuel flow. I now have a short stiff tube that goes straight down with little option for flexing.
Nick Kemp
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: "Richard Cutter" <dmc_power(AT)hotmail.com> Date: Mon, 01 Nov 1999 14:19:02 GMT Mime-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: Make Your Window Switches Look Like NEW! Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; format=flowed Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
Hello... Great idea.... Put my name on the list for a set. Rich Cutter dmc_power(AT)hotmail.com #5467
>From: "mike(AT)mrcopies.com" <mrcopies(AT)jet2.net> >Reply-To: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com >To: <dmcnews(AT)egroups.com> >Subject: [DML] Make Your Window Switches Look Like NEW! >Date: Sun, 31 Oct 1999 20:14:29 -0600 > >I've been experiementing with a low tack sticker stencil you apply to your >window switches then spray paint or screen ink in white. Peel the sticker >when dry and wah-la... instant arrows. > >My "prototype" hand cut one worked like magic. Am I re-inventing the wheel >or has anyone else ever done this? > >If enough people were interested I could have a die made and pop a kit >together with photo instructions for a few bucks ($5?). I own a print shop >so this stuff is right up my alley. > >Do most people just suffer with arrowless switches? > >Thanks >mike(AT)mrcopies.com > > > >------------------------------------------------------------------------ >Before posting messages or replies, see the posting policy rules at: >www.dmcnews.com/Admin/rules.html > >To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address: >moderator(AT)dmcnews.com > > >eGroups.com home: http://www.egroups.com/group/dmcnews >http://www.egroups.com - Simplifying group communications > > >
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: "Kemp, Nick (MN10)" <nick.kemp(AT)HBC.honeywell.com> Date: Mon, 1 Nov 1999 08:24:57 -0600 MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Gull wing doors, were they a safety item? Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
I recall that one of the reasons Gull Wing doors were selected for the Delorean, in addition to looks, was that they were safer that conventional doors. Supposedly they would take up to a 35 MPH side impact without impinging on the driver.
On the other hand, side impact injuries are usually the result of the occupant hitting the car and not the car hitting the occupant (that old momentum law).
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Mon, 01 Nov 1999 09:55:39 -0500 From: Mike Substelny <msubstel(AT)lorainccc.edu> MIME-Version: 1.0 References: <0.aa145c5c.254ecd72(AT)aol.com> Subject: [DML] Re: Make Your Window Switches Look Like NEW! Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
I think we've had enough responses to this thread, and there is no need to send out any more "make a set for me, too!" messages to all 974 DML subscribers.
If you have further comments for Mike (the Mr. Copies Mike, not me) please send them to him by the private E-mail.
Please note that this *could* have been an excellent use for the eGroups 'poll' function. An eGroups poll makes it possible to count the number of subscribers interested in a project without filling all of our Email boxes.
Any subscriber can access the DML's poll function from the eGroups page.
- Mike Substelny (just took the moderation helm for this week)
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: Rich Kula <rkula(AT)landrum-brown.com> Date: Mon, 1 Nov 1999 10:20:35 -0500 Subject: [DML] Re: Dyno Testing Day Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
Could someone describe exactly what Dyno Testing is?
-----Original Message----- From: Robert Brandys [mailto:oehcs(AT)flash.net] Sent: Monday, November 01, 1999 7:30 AM To: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com Subject: [DML] Re: Dyno Testing Day
Only 6 days left until Dyno Testing Day at Street Stuff in Addison Illinois.
We are going to dyno tune marty's turbo delorean as the final event. We are also going to test the Super Charged D from Glenn & Sons Auto. And test a stock automatic D.
If you have never seen dyno testing of a car or dyno tuning one this is a very interesting experience. The is the first time this has been done for the D. Contact me a 630 325-2083 if you are coming.
Bob Brandys
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: "Kevin Rawlings" <blast59(AT)hotmail.com> Date: Mon, 01 Nov 1999 16:06:47 GMT Mime-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Webpage Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; format=flowed Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
Hi fellow DeLorean fans,
Check out my webpage, (www.geocities.com/MotorCity/Factory/9755/) Please ignore any errors as I am still working on it. The two Windows backgrounds I have for download in the Other section are not functional links yet, I have to upload those files still.
Kevin
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: dcsj(AT)excite.com Date: Mon, 01 Nov 1999 10:33:35 PST MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] OEM Grey Seat Covers For Sale On Ebay Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
Anyone who has been dreaming of replacing those weather beaten and mistreated grey seat covers, has a chance on ebay.The auction ends in 2 days. No, I'm Not the seller. I had to wait 5 yrs. before I had the chance to buy a set for my car. I just wanted to inform the list of this rare opprotunity.
Dennis
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: "Mike $" <sheilaridez(AT)hotmail.com> Date: Mon, 01 Nov 1999 18:48:40 GMT Mime-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Window Motors Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; format=flowed Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
Can any window motors from other vehicles be modified to work with the delorean. I would like to replace mine, but $300-500 is a lot of money. Can an existing, non-functional motor be rebuilt? Thanks, Mike Schaefer
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Mon, 01 Nov 1999 10:53:58 -0800 From: delorean502(AT)excite.com Subject: [DML] wheels Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
does anybody have a picture of what the "refurbished" wheels from DMC Houston look like. Also, does someone else have a picture of what the "machined" wheels look like? I'm in the market for some new wheels on 4512. thanks
Erik Geerdink 4512
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Mon, 01 Nov 1999 11:20:31 -0800 From: longstad(AT)earthlink.com Subject: [DML] Delorean for sale Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
Sorry fellow enthusiasts -- but I just got an offer to good to refuse on a 78 Ferrari 308 GTS. Unfortunately money and garage space (and a wife who doesn't understand that cars are more than transportation!) force me to sell my beloved DMC. It is a late 1982 model (no gas flap / creased hood) painted a glorious Ferrari emron red with the grey interior. Lowered with polished wheels and a custom dual exhaust. I am the second owner, bought from California collector two years ago. New tires, fuel pump & acccumulator, master and slave clutch cylinders, water pump & hoses, brake master and slave cylinders plus pads & ss brake lines -- all within last year. All upgrades done. Fanzilla added. Nothing for you to do but drive it. 28,000 miles. Always garaged and covered. body and interior perfect - A genuine head turner. The price for all this - a mere $18K. Car is located in San Antonio, Texas. Contact me at longstad(AT)earthlink.com. Also posted in DMC news ads.
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: dcsj(AT)excite.com Date: Mon, 01 Nov 1999 12:13:09 PST MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] History Channel Documentory Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
I am sure many of us stayed up late last night and watched this. But for those of you who didn't. It is avaliable for purchase at 1-800-708-1776 ask for the show titled Histories Greatest Blunders. 19.95 +SH NO, I do not have any personal interest in the history channel. I just wanted everyone to be informed.
I did enjoy seeing all the old archived film footage. It was nice that it was presented as seemingly unbiased (IMO), without the personal attacks that are usually present about the man or the car. They mainly stated factual information. They did put a little bit of a positive on it, at the end when they said it was made a star in the bttf films. They just needed to ad one more thing " the delorean has an ever-present loyal following too this day thru collectors and enthuesiests"IMO
Dennis, Vin 5180
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: Paraversal(AT)aol.com Date: Mon, 1 Nov 1999 15:14:07 EST MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: Gull wing doors, were they a safety item? Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
This is true! The practical side of the gullwing doors aside from creating extra entering/exiting space is for resistance in a side impact collision. Because of the high sill, and the side impact beam, the DeLorean is a much safer car, at least for its time, from a side impact standpoint. This can be seen in "Back From The Future" when John Z himself explains this reasoning.
Justin
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: "Vicky Miller" <delo1(AT)mindspring.com> Date: Mon, 1 Nov 1999 16:19:35 -0500 MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: bolts for what? Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
hand brake
-----Original Message----- From: delorean502(AT)excite.com <delorean502(AT)excite.com> To: dmcnews(AT)eGroups.com <dmcnews(AT)eGroups.com> Date: Monday, November 01, 1999 9:45 AM Subject: [DML] bolts for what?
>when taking out the drivers seat there are four bolts. one in each >corner. on the right side (closest to the side of the car) there are >three bolts inbetween the bolts for the seats. what are those bolts >for?? thanks! > >Erik Geerdink >4512 > > >------------------------------------------------------------------------ >Before posting messages or replies, see the posting policy rules at: >www.dmcnews.com/Admin/rules.html > >To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address: >moderator(AT)dmcnews.com > >-- eGroup Home: http://www.egroups.com/group/dmcnews/?m=1 >-- Free email groups at eGroups.com > >
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Mon, 1 Nov 1999 13:44:39 -0800 (PST) From: James Espey <jv_espey(AT)yahoo.com> MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Forgive delay in replies... Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
My apologies to all DML'ers for the delay in replies for the past few and next few days. I am on a mini-vacation with very little email access. I expect to be back in the states on Wednesday.
James Espey DeLorean Motor Company www.usadmc.com
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Mon, 01 Nov 1999 16:47:29 -0500 From: "Jesse D. Sightler" <jsight(AT)mindspring.com> MIME-Version: 1.0 References: <7vknk6$9khd(AT)eGroups.com> Subject: [DML] Re: wheels Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
I don't have any truly good pictures (ie, in the car in high rez), but there are some pictures at:
http://www.usadmc.com/catalog/wheelsetc.html
As for me, I can't hardly imagine paying $200 a wheel to have them refinished. Certainly this must be something that a local shop could perform for far cheaper, eh?
delorean502(AT)excite.com wrote: > > does anybody have a picture of what the "refurbished" wheels from DMC > Houston look like. Also, does someone else have a picture of what the > "machined" wheels look like? I'm in the market for some new wheels on > 4512. thanks
-- --------------- Jesse D. Sightler http://www.biddin.com/delorean/
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: "Mr Copies" <mrcopies(AT)jet2.net> Date: Mon, 1 Nov 1999 16:47:53 -0500 MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: Window Motors Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
Mike -
Check to ensure it's not a cracked gear in the window transmission. These gears are notorious for crapping out. I bought 2 new gears and my windows work as good as new.
To check your motors here's what you need to do...
Disconnect the window motor from the window arm (one screw on the top and bottom) and plug it back into the connectors...if it doesn't spin then check to ensure it's getting power (apply a volt meter to the connectors).
Hope this helps.
mike(AT)mrcopies.com
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>Can any window motors from other vehicles be modified to work with the >delorean. I would like to replace mine, but $300-500 is a lot of money. >Can an existing, non-functional motor be rebuilt? >Thanks, >Mike Schaefer > >______________________________________________________ > >------------------------------------------------------------------------ >Before posting messages or replies, see the posting policy rules at: >www.dmcnews.com/Admin/rules.html > >To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address: >moderator(AT)dmcnews.com > >-- Create a poll/survey for your eGroup! >-- http://www.egroups.com/vote?listname=dmcnews&m=1 > > >
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: Amazinrick(AT)aol.com Date: Mon, 1 Nov 1999 16:53:19 EST MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Cool name! =D Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
Hi DMLers. Friday I was on a trip and a teacher asked the girl in front of
me about her name. "Oh Dalora, that's pretty is that like Delores, or what?"
she said.
"No, actually my dad just kind of made it up. It's supposed to be like
that car, the De Lorean." I almost fell out of my seat! :) I wanted to
show her my De Lorean book cover but unfortunately I didn't have it. I still
thought that was neat, though! :)
~Rick
VIN-- soon to have one in NJ!
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: "Danrc30" <Danrc30(AT)hotmail.com> References: <941487189.1084.574(AT)excite.com> Date: Sun, 31 Oct 1999 17:17:53 -0500 MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: History Channel Documentory Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
I saw it last night, and I thought it was good. I want to record it. Does anyone know if/when it'll be on again? If someone finds out, could they please let me know? Thanks. ---Dan ----- Original Message ----- From: <dcsj(AT)excite.com> To: <dmcnews(AT)egroups.com> Sent: Monday, November 01, 1999 3:13 PM Subject: [DML] History Channel Documentory
> I am sure many of us stayed up late last night and watched this. > But for those of you who didn't. It is avaliable for purchase at > 1-800-708-1776 ask for the show titled Histories Greatest Blunders. 19.95 > +SH > NO, I do not have any personal interest in the history channel. > I just wanted everyone to be informed. > > I did enjoy seeing all the old archived film footage. It was nice that it > was presented as seemingly unbiased (IMO), without the personal attacks that > are usually present about the man or the car. They mainly stated factual > information. They did put a little bit of a positive on it, at the end when > they said it was made a star in the bttf films. They just needed to ad one > more thing " the delorean has an ever-present loyal following too this day > thru collectors and enthuesiests"IMO > > Dennis, Vin 5180 > > > > > > ________________________________________________________________ > Get FREE voicemail, fax and email at http://voicemail.excite.com > Talk online at http://voicechat.excite.com > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > Before posting messages or replies, see the posting policy rules at: > www.dmcnews.com/Admin/rules.html > > To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address: > moderator(AT)dmcnews.com > > > eGroups.com home: http://www.egroups.com/group/dmcnews > http://www.egroups.com - Simplifying group communications > > > > > >
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Mon, 01 Nov 1999 17:37:49 -0500 From: saintern <saintern(AT)peri.com> MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] website update Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
my site, located at
http://www.geocities.com/dkazmark/
has been updated with some new pics.....check it out! Don Kazmark vin 3541......ahhh waited so long to be able to say that!
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Mon, 1 Nov 1999 17:37:29 -0500 (EST) From: William T Wilson <fluffy(AT)snurgle.org> In-Reply-To: <D1471D59E7F6D011A2E10000C06B5BD63036AE(AT)ntordsrv> MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: Dyno Testing Day Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=US-ASCII Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
On Mon, 1 Nov 1999, Rich Kula wrote:
> Could someone describe exactly what Dyno Testing is?
In a dyno test, your car is placed on rollers similar to those used at many modern emissions testing facilities. The front wheels are locked into place somehow and the rear wheels spin the rollers. The rollers are a known weight. By entering in the gearing and tire size of your car and measuring how quickly the rollers can be accelerated to a given speed, the computer in the dyno can calculate the amount of horsepower produced by the car.
The results of this type of dyno (a "chassis" dyno) measure the amount of power at the wheels. Typically this is about 15% less than the engine actually produces, due to drivetrain losses. The DeLorean's 130HP rating is engine horsepower, so a stock DeLorean in good condition would read about 100-110 HP on a chassis dyno.
You can measure engine output directly with an engine dyno, however this requires removing the engine from the car and so is much less common.
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Mon, 1 Nov 1999 17:53:05 -0500 (EST) From: William T Wilson <fluffy(AT)snurgle.org> In-Reply-To: <941487189.1084.574(AT)excite.com> MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: History Channel Documentory Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=US-ASCII Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
On Mon, 1 Nov 1999 dcsj(AT)excite.com wrote:
> I did enjoy seeing all the old archived film footage. It was nice that > it was presented as seemingly unbiased (IMO), without the personal > attacks that are usually present about the man or the car. They mainly > stated factual information. They did put a little bit of a positive on
I didn't like the show very much. Much of the information presented was wrong, including the dates of production, the reasons behind JZD's arrest, and the involvement of Lotus. The program seemed to be focused entirely on the silliness of the British government - the first half of the program, which was nominally about the Spruce Goose, spent fully half the time talking about the failure of a similar British development effort. The DeLorean half of the program was similarly filled with repeated statements that the British government was foolish for not overseeing the company more carefully.
That said, I liked the old footage too. I hadn't seen much of it previously.
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: "Michael Babb" <michael.babb(AT)mindspring.com> References: <002b01bf23c1$be47cca0$0100a8c0(AT)dellxpsr350> Date: Mon, 1 Nov 1999 16:02:27 -0700 MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] The Mystery Piece...Continued Content-Type: multipart/alternative; boundary="----=_NextPart_000_0074_01BF2482.7EA73920" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
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Thank you to everyone who took part in my contest to guess what the "Myster= y Piece" that was found in my car is (http://www.egroups.com/docvault/dmcne= ws/mystery.jpg). From the 7 guesses I have picked two winners, Noah Huffma= n for his guess of a piece of a Kiln, and Kelvin Mason for his guess that t= he piece was found in either the air filter or another airduct.
Here is the story behind this rather peculiar item:
While driving my DeLorean across the country last summer, my engine started= to develop a "ping" and would click rather loudly at certain revolutions. = At just over 30,000 original miles on the car, the engine was starting to = fail. (Don't worry, this was a freak occurrence with this particular car a= s you will soon see). Upon reaching my new home in Colorado and finding a = mechanic adept in working on D's, I took my car in and had it checked out. = The Mechanics prognosis was just what I was afraid it would be, that I wou= ld either have to rebuild or replace the engine sometime in the near future= . After nearly a year of trying to decide what to do, and dreading an engi= ne blow-up every time I drove the car, I decided to have the engine rebuilt= . When I went to pick the car up last week, the mechanic handed me the pie= ce shown in the vault, telling me that this piece probably caused all of me= engine troubles.
His best guess (from talking to other people who work on DeLoreans) is that= this little piece is a part of the jig used when machining the PRV engine.= It broke off and somehow ended up in the oil pan of the car. Dana (my me= chanic) found it wedged in the oil line, in effect causing an oil "heart at= tack." Without adequate oil getting to the engine, the breakdown of the met= al components happened much faster than usual. He also gave me the rod bea= ring set that had the most wear on it. It is posted at http://www.egroups.c= om/docvault/dmcnews/part102612.jpg
So now you know the rest of the story.......
Michael Babb Vin 3472 michael(AT)babbtechnology.com
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<!DOCTYPE HTML PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional//EN"> <HTML><HEAD> <META content=3D"text/html; charset=3Diso-8859-1" http-equiv=3DContent-Type= > <META content=3D"MSHTML 5.00.2314.1000" name=3DGENERATOR> <STYLE></STYLE> </HEAD> <BODY bgColor=3D#ffffff> <DIV><FONT size=3D2>Thank you to everyone who took part in my contest to gu= ess =
what the "Mystery Piece" that was found in my car is (<A =
href=3D"http://www.egroups.com/docvault/dmcnews/mystery.jpg">http://www.egr= oups.com/docvault/dmcnews/mystery.jpg</A>). =
From the 7 guesses I have picked two winners, Noah Huffman for his gue= ss of =
a piece of a Kiln, and Kelvin Mason for his guess that the piece was found = in =
either the air filter or another airduct.</FONT></DIV> <DIV> </DIV> <DIV><FONT size=3D2>Here is the story behind this rather peculiar =
item:</FONT></DIV> <DIV> </DIV> <DIV><FONT size=3D2>While driving my DeLorean across the country last summe= r, my =
engine started to develop a "ping" and would click rather loudly at certain= =
revolutions. At just over 30,000 original miles on the car, the engin= e was =
starting to fail. (Don't worry, this was a freak occurrence with this= =
particular car as you will soon see). Upon reaching my new home in =
Colorado and finding a mechanic adept in working on D's, I took my car in a= nd =
had it checked out. The Mechanics prognosis was just what I was afrai= d it =
would be, that I would either have to rebuild or replace the engine sometim= e in =
the near future. After nearly a year of trying to decide what to do, = and =
dreading an engine blow-up every time I drove the car, I decided to ha= ve =
the engine rebuilt. When I went to pick the car up last week, the mec= hanic =
handed me the piece shown in the vault, telling me that this piece probably= =
caused all of me engine troubles.</FONT></DIV> <DIV> </DIV> <DIV><FONT size=3D2>His best guess (from talking to other people who work o= n =
DeLoreans) is that this little piece is a part of the jig used when machini= ng =
the PRV engine. It broke off and somehow ended up in the oil pan of t= he =
car. Dana (my mechanic) found it wedged in the oil line, in effect ca= using =
an oil "heart attack." Without adequate oil getting to the engine, the brea= kdown =
of the metal components happened much faster than usual. He also gave= me =
the rod bearing set that had the most wear on it. It is posted at <A =
href=3D"http://www.egroups.com/docvault/dmcnews/part102612.jpg">http://www.= egroups.com/docvault/dmcnews/part102612.jpg</A></FONT></DIV> <DIV> </DIV> <DIV><FONT size=3D2>So now you know the rest of the story.......</FONT></DI= V> <DIV> </DIV> <DIV><FONT size=3D2>Michael Babb</FONT></DIV> <DIV><FONT size=3D2>Vin 3472</FONT></DIV> <DIV><FONT size=3D2><A =
href=3D"mailto:michael(AT)babbtechnology.com">michael(AT)babbtechnology.com</A></= FONT></DIV>
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: BigJohn927(AT)aol.com Date: Mon, 1 Nov 1999 18:31:25 EST MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: Gull wing doors, were they a safety item? Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
Where in Back to the Future does Mr. Delorean say anything?
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Dyno testing is a test to determine Hosepower and torque at both the flywheel and rear wheels. Dyno testing can also determine any problems with the engine as far as induction or exhaust, depending on what kind of dyno it is and who does it.
There ya go, Johnnie
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: Deloreanernst(AT)aol.com Date: Mon, 1 Nov 1999 19:30:10 EST MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: DeLorean Owners in Southern Ontario Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
In a message dated 10/31/99 5:27:52 PM Eastern Standard Time, blast59(AT)hotmail.com writes:
<< I live in Canada and I don't own a DeLorean (yet.) As you can guess, there aren't many of them at all here, and I would really like to get in touch with someone who owns one. >>
You might be surprised. I've only seen a D "in the wild" once, yet since I've been asking and looking to buy one, I've found 11 in my area for sale, not to mention ones that aren't for sale! I'm amazed! - Wayne (Phila., Pa area)
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In a message dated 10/30/99 10:06:58 PM Eastern Standard Time, dmcnews-owner(AT)egroups.com writes:
<< < As an aside, the sills on the 300SL coupe's gullwing doors were quite high and rather cumbersome to negotiate. Unlike the DeLorean sills, they were only about 10 or 12 inches below the bottom of the window. With the introduction of the Roaster >> Also the 300SL windows were fixed, meaning once you closed the doors,you had no windows to open for ventilation but that made the doors really light,so that unlike the Bricklins hydroelectric/or airdoors,and Deloreans torsion bar setup the 300SL needed just struts to open the doors.
Claude 000570 >>
Its not fair,by the time I read the list you have already closed the thread,also the enclosed was some "GOOD" basic information about the differences between the three gullwings,I mean if DMC JOE had posted this info you would most likely have let it go.I don't mean to be a pain but I am not a fast typer and it takes me a while to type up something only to see my time wasted because you feel like closing a thread,I have more experience with Deloreans timewise than the big three Delorean suppliers and it would be a shame if I said the hell with the DML and kept my 18 1/2 years experience with Deloreans to myself.
Claude
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In a message dated 10/31/99 5:27:45 PM Eastern Standard Time, dsilek(AT)email.msn.com writes:
<< Having fixed just about all the major issues that have presented themselves in the course of my ownership of my D, a new one has popped up. There seems now to be a lot of give in the steering. That is to say, that when driving I can move my wheel a few degrees and nothing happens to direct the wheels in a different direction. Is it the tie rod? If so is the >>
Chances are that you will need a adjustment on your rack,have you checked the rack mounts to see if they are loose,or the rubber mount worn/broken.
Claude 000570
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dear dml does any one know a delorean owner in california named nick hydrogen (im not sure thats the correct way to spell his last name but it sound something like that) if any one know or he him self reads this please email me
efren 16072
ps still lookin for rc delorean 60 dollar offer or trade for other delorean parts of bttf items
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: "David Silek" <dsilek(AT)email.msn.com> References: <0525681C.004AC80B.00(AT)smtpmta.vapower.com> Date: Mon, 1 Nov 1999 18:31:55 -0500 Subject: [DML] To Moderator Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
Dear Moderator, I am trying to reach Reggie Knowlton as his city is only 5 miles from where I live. I recall several days/weeks ago an email about how the egroups system edits email addresses/
If you could, would you please forward this email to him? I would very much like to meet with him and have him go over my D. My email address is dsilek(AT)msn.com . I am in Va. Beach and Norfolk is about 10 minutes from my house, and Reggie is the first person I have found in the VAB/Norfolk area with a D. as well.
Thanks so much
David W. Silek phone 757-467-0351
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Tue, 02 Nov 1999 07:17:17 -0600 From: Robert Brandys <oehcs(AT)flash.net> MIME-Version: 1.0 References: <D1471D59E7F6D011A2E10000C06B5BD63036AE(AT)ntordsrv> Subject: [DML] Re: Dyno Testing Day Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
dynomometer testing tests the power output of an engine. This is down either with the engine on a test stand (you see this in Hot Rod or Car Craft Magazines) or at the wheels output.
The car drive wheels are put onto a large drum that is geared to a water wheel in a large tank. As the wheels turns they generate heat in the water by friction which is a measure of the horsepower output of the car.
This is the first test of deloreans that actually will measure the output of car at the wheels. This is the best measure to compare performance. Lastly, year we tested a stock 5 speed. It put out 100 HP and 134 ft lb torque at the wheels. Note: a highly tuned big block camaro was tested last year with 398 HP and 400 fl lb torque at the wheels.
Hope to see you there.
Bob
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Tue, 02 Nov 1999 07:25:10 -0600 From: Robert Brandys <oehcs(AT)flash.net> MIME-Version: 1.0 References: <19991028232203.93087.qmail(AT)hotmail.com> Subject: [DML] Re: DYNO TESTING DAY Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
I will see what we can do to set up a video camera to tape the testing sessions.
I will be take losts of pictures for the article about all the testing results. Any other suggestions are welcome.
Bob
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: "Brent Williams" <truegaybluejay(AT)hotmail.com> Date: Tue, 02 Nov 1999 06:21:39 PST Mime-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: History Channel Documentory Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; format=flowed Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
Does anyone know if that program will be back on the History channel again? I missed it and would really like to see it, but I don't have the money to buy the cassette. If any of you know if/when the show will be on again, please let me know. Thanks.
Bremt (no D yet, but hoping to get one soon)
>From: dcsj(AT)excite.com >Reply-To: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com >To: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com >Subject: [DML] History Channel Documentory >Date: Mon, 01 Nov 1999 12:13:09 PST > >I am sure many of us stayed up late last night and watched this. >But for those of you who didn't. It is avaliable for purchase at >1-800-708-1776 ask for the show titled Histories Greatest Blunders. 19.95 >+SH >NO, I do not have any personal interest in the history channel. >I just wanted everyone to be informed. > >I did enjoy seeing all the old archived film footage. It was nice that it >was presented as seemingly unbiased (IMO), without the personal attacks >that >are usually present about the man or the car. They mainly stated factual >information. They did put a little bit of a positive on it, at the end when >they said it was made a star in the bttf films. They just needed to ad one >more thing " the delorean has an ever-present loyal following too this day >thru collectors and enthuesiests"IMO > >Dennis, Vin 5180 > > > > > >________________________________________________________________ >Get FREE voicemail, fax and email at http://voicemail.excite.com >Talk online at http://voicechat.excite.com > >------------------------------------------------------------------------ >Before posting messages or replies, see the posting policy rules at: >www.dmcnews.com/Admin/rules.html > >To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address: >moderator(AT)dmcnews.com > > >eGroups.com home: http://www.egroups.com/group/dmcnews >http://www.egroups.com - Simplifying group communications > > > >
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Tue, 02 Nov 1999 08:43:10 -0600 From: Robert Brandys <oehcs(AT)flash.net> MIME-Version: 1.0 References: <01BF1CA5.C8BA5720(AT)bettycat> Subject: [DML] Re: Dyno Day Directions Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
STreet Stuff is located at
633 S. Addison Rd. Addison, IL 6+0101-4648
PH 630-832-3773
a map is available at:
http://MapsOnUs.switchboard.com/bin/maps-maponly/usr=~381ef440.f36d4.24d1.9/c=4/refsrc=SB.newsb/formName=setclickpost
They are located near Route 83 and north ave (Route 64). Go west from route 83 and north ave to addison rd.( Turn right) Go north at addison road 1.23 miles. Street stuff is on east side of road(right side). Dark brick building in strip mall.
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Tue, 02 Nov 1999 10:18:07 -0500 From: Mike Substelny <msubstel(AT)lorainccc.edu> MIME-Version: 1.0 References: <Pine.LNX.4.04.9911011741350.30597-100000(AT)benatar.snurgle.org> Subject: [DML] Re: History Channel Documentory Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
William T. Wilson said:
> I didn't like the show very much. Much of the information presented > was wrong, including the dates of production, the reasons behind > JZD's arrest, and the involvement of Lotus. The program seemed > to be focused entirely on the silliness of the British government -
The program *was* called "History's Greatest Blunders" so we should expect the entire content of the show to be the naming of the blundering party and the details of their blunder. As far as I am concerned, The History Channel did place the blame correctly on the British Government, who made some incredibly stupid deals with JZD. They also described the blunder somewhat accurately, although they left out and distorted many details.
History Channel was trying to make a case that the DeLorean project was a colossal blunder. The information that most DMLers would like to see, like production dates, QAC practices, JZD's arrest, and the current state of DeLoreans in the world, was unimportant to making their case.
Notice that they compared the DeLorean to the Edsel, not the more logical Bricklin or Tucker. They could have chosen the Edsel as the subject for the show, but decided that the DeLorean was a bigger blunder. Perhaps the reason for this choice was that they planned to blame the British government for the DeLorean blunder, making it more worthy of a documentary.
BTW I think the copyright date said 1997, although I have been watching History Channel for years and have never seen this segement before.
Re: the old factory footage:
In much of the footage, The cars had their VINs displayed in large numbers on their bumpers. Throughout the documentary, the same batch of DeLoreans was shown over and over. They were all early 81s, most with VINs in the 10xx range.
Did any DMLers see their own cars on TV?
- Mike Substelny
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: DeLorean31(AT)aol.com Date: Tue, 2 Nov 1999 11:17:36 EST MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: Gull wing doors, were they a safety item? Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
In a message dated 11/2/99 9:46:18 AM Eastern Standard Time, BigJohn927(AT)aol.com writes:
<< Where in Back to the Future does Mr. Delorean say anything? >>
The original post said "Back From The Future" not "Back To The Future" The "Back From The Future" is a documentary video about JZD and the car. It can be purchased from the DeLorean Owners Association.
Gary
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: "Paul Parker" <peptwo(AT)jps.net> References: <Pine.LNX.4.04.9911011741350.30597-100000(AT)benatar.snurgle.org> <381F00AF.A8001A88(AT)lorainccc.edu> Date: Tue, 2 Nov 1999 08:35:04 -0800 MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: History Channel Documentory Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
I would like to get a copy of that Documentary (?) but don't know where to go. Any help would be appreciated. VIN#1373
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: "Danrc30" <Danrc30(AT)hotmail.com> References: <0.83a742db.254f7ccd(AT)aol.com> Date: Mon, 1 Nov 1999 12:02:45 -0500 MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: Gull wing doors, were they a safety item? Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
snip---->This can be seen in "Back From The Future" when John Z himself explains this reasoning.<----snip
Read it again... closely...
And, what is this "Back from the future"? I've never heard of it...
---Dan ----- Original Message ----- From: <BigJohn927(AT)aol.com> To: <dmcnews(AT)egroups.com> Sent: Monday, November 01, 1999 6:31 PM Subject: [DML] Re: Gull wing doors, were they a safety item?
> Where in Back to the Future does Mr. Delorean say anything? > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > Before posting messages or replies, see the posting policy rules at: > www.dmcnews.com/Admin/rules.html > > To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address: > moderator(AT)dmcnews.com > > eGroup Home: http://www.egroups.com/group/dmcnews/ > http://www.egroups.com - Simplifying group communications > > >
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: CBL302(AT)aol.com Date: Tue, 2 Nov 1999 13:20:10 EST MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: History Channel Documentory Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
In a message dated 11/2/99 10:25:53 AM Eastern Standard Time, msubstel(AT)lorainccc.edu writes:
<< They could have chosen the Edsel as the subject for the show, but decided that the DeLorean was a bigger blunder. Perhaps the reason for this choice was that they planned to blame the British government for the DeLorean blunder, making it more worthy of a documentary. >>
If there was someone to blame for a "Blunder" it was the man himself (JZD)not the British Goverment,ok maybe a little blame on the British Government for not keeping closer tabs on how the money was spent,but JZD was a General Motors man,and the only thing he knew real good was about making high volume cars,he was trying to run DMC as if it was one of the divisions of General Motors,in other words some body else pays all the bills(British Gov.),no matter what the cost,hence the oversize factory,the Park Ave offices(New York)the overruns in expenses, the over production of cars ect.By the time he realized his "Blunders" it was to late,the British Goverment stopped the supply of cash,unless he could match the next Twenty million the British Goverment was willing to give him,then we all know what happen in L.A. after that.
Claude 000570
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Tue, 02 Nov 1999 12:59:08 -0500 From: saintern <saintern(AT)peri.com> MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] undercarriage cleaning Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
Last night I popped one of the front wheels off and saw that almost all the stuff around the brakes(excuse the un-technical discription) including the frame sections and arms that hold everything together was covered....no caked with what had to be 18 years of grease and brake dust.Since I wanted to start cleaning this up to start doing some brake work on the car I started cleaning it off the best I could but the only stuff that would loosen it up was engine degreaser. Did I make a big mistake here by putting that on there?..can it be detrimental to the frame and other metal pieces?.....I did find that some little areas need some touching up to gaurd againt rust in the future but thankfully nothing major....My neighbor stopped by to see what I was up to and mentioned that I might want to leave all the grease on there to "gaurd" against rust....could that be true? I know I'd much rather know what under all that greast and fix it up then have it "guarding" the metal fo sure.....So here's the big question....whats a good cleaner to get all the grease and other stuff off all the pieces in the whell well (I'd like to clean up the actual black under body too if possible).....maybe a power washer?( I thought that might not be a good idea blowing water into areas around the frame) Any ideas or suggestions would be hightly appreciated...... Don Kazmark http://www.geocities.com/dkazmark/
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I was flip'n through a copy of Architectural Digest Motoring (it is the one w/ Kevin Kosner w/ his '66 Mustang Cobra GT on the front - I would reference the issue# but for the life of me could not find it so I don't even know how old it is - anyway) and on page 105 saw a picture of a DeLorean driving down the road. The article is about Nissan's Top Secret Design Lab and the designers there put up existing cars they get their inspiration from and want to incorporate in the new Nissan Z. Nothing is said about the D, but I just thought is was nice to see the DeLorean is having an influence and/or inspiration on current auto designers.
Shannon VIN# Not Yet!
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<P><FONT FACE=3D"Arial">I was flip'n through a copy of Architectural Digest= Motoring (it is the one w/ Kevin Kosner w/ his '66 Mustang Cobra GT on the= front - I would reference the issue# but for the life of me could not find= it so I don't even know how old it is - anyway) and on page 105 saw a pict= ure of a DeLorean driving down the road. The article is about Nissan's Top = Secret Design Lab and the designers there put up existing cars they get the= ir inspiration from and want to incorporate in the new Nissan Z. Noth= ing is said about the D, but I just thought is was nice to see the DeLorean= is having an influence and/or inspiration on current auto designers.</FONT= ></P>
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Mr. Espey wrote,
snip--->502, 528, 530 and 558 all assigned to Legend Industries<---snip
I know that Legend designed twin-turbo, as well as single turbo application= s for the DeLorean. Does anyone know if these were the only four cars contr= acted to Legend Industries? Somewhere I heard there were 6 cars total... fo= ur equipped with twins and two with singles. Is this true? =
And of the four vins posted above, does anyone know which were single and w= hich were twin-turbo applications? And if there were two other cars, which = turbo setup did those cars have? =
I would really like to know what turns up here. Much thanks in advance for = any information.
---Dan
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: Paraversal(AT)aol.com Date: Tue, 2 Nov 1999 15:41:16 EST MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: Gull wing doors, were they a safety item? Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
Sorry for not making this clear....
The interview with John DeLorean speaking of the advantafes of the Gullwing design was about halfway through the documentary "Back FROM The Future" produced by list member Robert Lamrock. I believe that they are available through the DOA still at their on-line store.
This is not to be confused with Back To The Future the film.
Justin
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: dcsj(AT)excite.com Date: Tue, 02 Nov 1999 13:36:39 PST MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Another Giugiaro Design Influence? Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
While looking through the back of an AutoWeek mag., a couple months back, I ran across a for sale ad with picture. The car was a 1980 BMW M1 It appeared to be a 2seat sports coupe the design was strikingly similar too a Delorean/Lotus Espri Hybrid concept. It was listed (AT) $85,000 . Is this a rare prototype or an actual production model? I have to say its the sharpest looking BMW I've ever seen. The front end looks delorean and back end looks espri.
Dennis Vin 5180
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Tue, 02 Nov 1999 12:41:09 -0800 From: delorean502(AT)excite.com Subject: [DML] relay for doors Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
I was wondering which relay controles the door locks. the former owner of mine made it so both doors would not unlock with the turn of the key. Also, if I purchased the relay update, would that fix a lot of the problems with the doors locking you in?? Or should I invest in a lockzilla? thanks
Erik Geerdink 4512
BTW: New seats are finally getting put in my Delorean!! YEA!! Next project is going to be putting in a SS clutch line! sweeeeeeet.
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Does anybody know what shade of gray goes on the headliners?? is there a color code or something? I'd like to get it done localy, but if need be I will send them to DMC Houston. Also, DMC Houston offers refurbished or machined wheels. Does that mean I have to send in my wheels to get them redone, or do I actually get new wheels for that price? I've e-mailed Houston, but no responce on this subject. Thanks for the help.
Erik Geerdink 4512 (looking forward to DMC 2000!!)
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Tue, 02 Nov 1999 13:02:10 -0800 From: delorean502(AT)excite.com Subject: [DML] dash and other questions Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
OK, a couple more questions that I just thought of...
1. Does anybody have instructions on how to take off teh dashboard?
2. How hard is it to take out the fuel tank to clean? is this something I shouldn't try? anybody have instructions on how to do it?
3. Is there a diagram of the relays and what goes where? I couldn't find it in the service manuals
thats about it.....thanks!
Erik
p.s anybody have a dashboard for sale that is in good condition with NO cracks?
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Tue, 2 Nov 1999 15:43:18 -0800 (PST) From: Carson Clark <cnsandog(AT)yahoo.com> MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Historical Status for CA? Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
Do any of you fellow California DMC owners know if our cars can be registered as a 'historical vehicle', and (more importantly) not have to be smogged? I wondered about this after reading about it in the latest DeLorean World Mag.
I am also interested in the car's status in North Carolina since I will be moving there soon. Any info would be helpful!
thanks,
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Tue, 2 Nov 1999 15:34:15 -0800 (PST) From: Carson Clark <cnsandog(AT)yahoo.com> MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: History Channel Documentory Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
goto www.historychannel.com
you should find a video of that show listed for about $20. I think it is 50 min long.
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: "Christopher Hawes" <cmhdevelopment(AT)hotmail.com> Date: Wed, 03 Nov 1999 00:29:11 GMT Mime-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: Dyno Testing Day Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; format=flowed Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
About the Dyno event,
Bob or someone, can you video/picture the event???
Chris
in the UK
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Only 6 days left until Dyno Testing Day at Street Stuff in Addison Illinois.
We are going to dyno tune marty's turbo delorean as the final event. We are also going to test the Super Charged D from Glenn & Sons Auto. And test a stock automatic D.
If you have never seen dyno testing of a car or dyno tuning one this is a very interesting experience. The is the first time this has been done for the D. Contact me a 630 325-2083 if you are coming.
Bob Brandys
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Tue, 2 Nov 1999 19:30:08 -0500 From: John Hanley <106165.1407(AT)compuserve.com> MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: History Channel Documentory Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1 Content-Transfer-Encoding: quoted-printable
Message text written by INTERNET:dmcnews(AT)egroups.com >If there was someone to blame for a "Blunder"<
It is a blunder only in the eyes of some people those who perhaps haven=92= t studied what it all involved. The fact that JDZ managed to gain funding from whatever source and manufacture some 8000+ cars was No mean feat. Speaking as a British Tax Payer I've seen the ways that Our various Governments have wasted money over the years. That they provided continuous employment to a number of People in Norther= n Ireland for some approx 3 years and the spin off in Jobs which were creat= ed as a result of the Delorean from the point of view of parts suppliers fro= m various parts of the world. Was it a blunder...I look at my Car today and=
it really is a great looking Sports car some 16-18 years on. The design w= as good and had the car been given a longer lease of life then I=92m sure th= at the minor faults would have been worked out. The Delorean is no blunder fellow DMC'ers as we who are favoured in ownin= g know!!
Just my two penny worth John Hanley Vin 16369
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: BigJohn927(AT)aol.com Date: Tue, 2 Nov 1999 20:11:51 EST MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: Gull wing doors, were they a safety item? Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
OH, sorry about the confusion, i just tought i might have missed something (which would be pretty hard after watching the movie about a million times). I guess from now on, I should read a little closer.
Thanks, BigJohn
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Tue, 2 Nov 1999 21:10:12 -0500 (EST) From: toscano2(AT)mindspring.com MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Anyone see this before (DeLorean song)? Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
As a fan of "oddball" music, I recently learned that a band of undefinable genre (rockabilly/experimental/punk/folk) called Rocket From the Crypt recently released a song called "DeLorean." Since it was included with copies of an automotive enthusiast magazine called Gearhead, I would imagine it is about the car.
Anyone see this yet? I just ordered a copy of the magazine with the record (it is on a 7") so I will hopefully know in a few days in case anyone else missed this so far...
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The Architectural Digest "Motoring" was the premier issue. It just came out. It is slick and fancy, but, IMHO is simply capitalizing on the current fat economy. It is sort of like the Robb Report - it's got cars, but sure isn't a true enthusiasts magazine. I'd would be much kinder if the DeLorean had any real mention - good or bad.
Dick Ryan VIN 16867
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: "Stian Birkeland" <dmc_norway(AT)hotmail.com> Date: Wed, 03 Nov 1999 00:15:12 PST Mime-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: History Channel Documentory Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; format=flowed Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
I disagree with you Claude, on your thoughts about the British Government. In fact, the British Government knew how the money was spent since they had people at the board. Also, the GPD scandal has often been blamed on Chapman/DeLorean. But what other fails to realize is that this deal was APPROVED by the British Government, that is, the Bank of England. Most of the money had to be approved by the Government prior to being used on anything.
The problem was really that the Government changed, from Labour to Conservatives, and the Conservatives would fullfill the previous Governments deal with the DeLorean. Funds and export guarantee were cut off, and the company folded. The biggest blunder however was that is cost the British taxpayer a lot more to close the factory that it would have cost to keep the company alive...
Political skirmish? Yes!
Best wishes Stian Birkeland NORWAY
><< They could have chosen the Edsel as the subject for the > show, but decided that the DeLorean was a bigger blunder. Perhaps the >reason > for this choice was that they planned to blame the British government for >the > DeLorean blunder, making it more worthy of a documentary. >> > >If there was someone to blame for a "Blunder" it was the man himself >(JZD)not >the British Goverment,ok maybe a little blame on the British Government for >not keeping closer tabs on how the money was spent,but JZD was a General >Motors man,and the only thing he knew real good was about making high >volume >cars,he was trying to run DMC as if it was one of the divisions of General >Motors,in other words some >body else pays all the bills(British Gov.),no matter what the cost,hence >the >oversize factory,the Park Ave offices(New York)the overruns in expenses, >the >over production >of cars ect.By the time he realized his "Blunders" it was to late,the >British >Goverment >stopped the supply of cash,unless he could match the next Twenty million >the >British Goverment was willing to give him,then we all know what happen in >L.A. after that. > >Claude >000570 > >------------------------------------------------------------------------ >Before posting messages or replies, see the posting policy rules at: >www.dmcnews.com/Admin/rules.html > >To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address: >moderator(AT)dmcnews.com > > >eGroups.com home: http://www.egroups.com/group/dmcnews >http://www.egroups.com - Simplifying group communications > > > >
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: "DMC Joe" <DMCJOE(AT)att.net> Date: Wed, 3 Nov 1999 02:44:43 -0500 MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: Struts source Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1 Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
We know of no reliable sources for door struts other than DeLorean parts suppliers.
DMC Joe / DeLorean Services / <dmcjoe(AT)att.net> Web Site: <http://www.deloreanservices.com>
---------- > From: Mike $ <sheilaridez(AT)hotmail.com> > > Hi, I just got an 81, red dmc, it is a beautiful car, but the doors only go > up a little over half way, the struts seem very weak, and i'm pretty sure it > is the problem. Could someone aim me in the direction of an inexpensive > source for replacement struts for the doors, and are there any cheaper > struts that can be used to replace the front and louver struts? Any > information is greatly appreciated, i'm very new to the community, but I > have been doing my homework. > thanks, > Mike Schaefer
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: "Ian Foster" <ian(AT)netvigator.com> References: <0.ca89fbf8.2550a66c(AT)aol.com> Date: Wed, 3 Nov 1999 19:47:05 +0800 MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Cloth seat covers? Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
DMCers,
Has anyone any good recommendations for plain grey cloth seat covers for the DeLorean? I'm looking for something simple ... no patterns, no texture (fake sheepskin, etc), and a snug fit.
Cheers, IAN (#6425)
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Tue, 02 Nov 1999 23:03:53 -0500 From: "Aldo Buono" <dmc1440(AT)earthlink.net> Mime-version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] BMW Gullwing Concept Car Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="US-ASCII" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
At the recent Frankfurt Auto Show, BMW unveiled a concept car, the Z9 Gt.
" The Z9 . . . uses gullwing doors that run the full length of the passenger cabin. When open, these doors give passengers full access to all four seats. But there is also, built within the gullwing door structure, a conventional door which allows easy access for the driver and front-seat passenger" according to Roundel: The Magazine of the BMW Car Club of America, Inc. See the November, 1999, issue for a press photo on page 61.
This is what a De Lorean would look like if the company were still in business today. Very Impressive. -- Aldo Buono, President, De Lorean Midatlantic, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, dmc1440(AT)earthlink.net/ VIN 1440 since 1984 Visit: http://clubs.hemmings.com/deloreanmidatlantic/
For all the exciting details of Eastern Regional Run 10, June 15-18, 2000, Visit: http://w3.one.net/~dmc1219/DMC2000/
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: DMC83in99(AT)aol.com Date: Wed, 3 Nov 1999 09:02:53 EST MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: dash and other questions Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
Erik,
Is it your whole dashboard or just the binnacle that's cracked? DMC and DeLorean One both sell binnacles for around 300 dollars or so.
Scott 16738
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: DMC83in99(AT)aol.com Date: Wed, 3 Nov 1999 09:09:34 EST MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: Historical Status for CA? Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
Carson,
As far as I know, the only thing NC has is the antique tag, which truly doesn't bring any extra benefits.
Scott 16738
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: DMC83in99(AT)aol.com Date: Wed, 3 Nov 1999 09:13:21 EST MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Are these relay problems? Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
Last night was the first night I have gotten to really use my heater and the fans for it. After doing this most of the day, I found that after cutting the car completely off, the fans would run for 2 or 3 extra seconds. Also, the horn quit working yesterday. Now, I know the horn has problems about getting wet and not working, but how about those fans? Is that a relay problem? I haven't tackled the relays yet, was planning on doing that next month, so I don't know if they have been updated or not. Thanks!
Scott #16738
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: Rich Kula <rkula(AT)landrum-brown.com> Date: Wed, 3 Nov 1999 09:21:36 -0500 Subject: [DML] Hesitation from the Line Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
This morning I noticed some hesitation in 1st gear (5 speed with a single turbo) and was wondering if someone could point me in the right direction. I had to press the pedal all the way to the floor and once it hit 2000 to 2500 it seemed normal again. Just it seemed slower in getting there. The other gears and speeds seemed fine from an acceleration standpoint. Thanks for your support.
Richard Kula
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: Macstacker(AT)aol.com Date: Wed, 3 Nov 1999 10:00:34 EST MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: Another Giugiaro Design Influence? Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
The M1 was a joint venture with BMW and ferrarri. The engine was from ferrarri. Dont know if it was a V-8 or a V-12. But this car was from late 70's early 80's. Italdesign did the styling on it. The car was sold in small quantities in the U.S. (less than 500 if i recal the facts) and was discontinued when ferrarri wanted out of the deal. Hot looking car though with lots of lines similar to other ItalDesign cars of the period (DMC12, Esprit, Maserati, Izuzu impulse). I would take it to be a very hot collectors item, meant to be seen and not driven :^( unlike D's.
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Wed, 3 Nov 1999 07:55:36 -0800 (PST) From: Tamir Ardon <ardont(AT)yahoo.com> MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Dyno Testing Pictures Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
Dear list,
I will be attending the Dyno testing event and taking pictures as well as video. I will write into the list when I have updated my site. This should be in about a week.
Regards, Tamir http://www.entermyworld.com
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Wed, 3 Nov 1999 08:05:29 -0800 (PST) From: Carson Clark <cnsandog(AT)yahoo.com> MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: Another Giugiaro Design Influence? Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
While on vacation a few years ago I saw a very sharp looking BMW at an exoctic car dealership. I had never seen anything like it either, and the guy said it was not for sale. I dont think it was a prototype but just a very limited production car. That was the only one I have ever seen.
--- dcsj(AT)excite.com wrote: > While looking through the back of an AutoWeek mag., a couple months > back, I > ran across a for sale ad with picture. The car was a 1980 BMW M1 It > appeared > to be a 2seat sports coupe the design was strikingly similar too a > Delorean/Lotus Espri Hybrid concept. > It was listed (AT) $85,000 . Is this a rare prototype or an actual > production > model? I have to say its the sharpest looking BMW I've ever seen. The > front > end looks delorean and back end looks espri. > > Dennis Vin 5180 > > > > > ________________________________________________________________ > Get FREE voicemail, fax and email at http://voicemail.excite.com > Talk online at http://voicechat.excite.com > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > Before posting messages or replies, see the posting policy rules at: > www.dmcnews.com/Admin/rules.html > > To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address: > moderator(AT)dmcnews.com > > -- Create a poll/survey for your eGroup! > -- http://www.egroups.com/vote?listname=dmcnews&m=1 > > >
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: LovDMC12(AT)aol.com Date: Wed, 3 Nov 1999 11:16:07 EST MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: Another Giugiaro Design Influence? Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
The BMW M1 was a production car. They had one on diplay at the BMW Visitors' Center at their Greer, South Carolina manufacturing plant. Another one came and was a part of their Euro '99 car show which, by the way, had 4 DeLoreans show up. It was a great show. The BMW on the show field was for sale and the for sale sign said $85000 or trade.
Brian VIN 1597
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews(AT)egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Wed, 03 Nov 1999 09:00:28 -0800 From: delorean502(AT)excite.com Subject: [DML] Instument cluster case Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
Is it possible to just by the binnicle (is that how it is spelled) without the instuments inside? Or do I have to buy it all in one piece? All my instuments work GREAT...never a problem, but the grey "hump" is cracked in many places from the sun. New ones from DMC Houston cost $600+ for the whole thing. OR, does anybody know how to cover up cracks...short term of coarse. I will replace it eventually. thanks alot
Erik Geerdink 4512
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