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----------------------------------------------------------------- 4452. Rodger I. Vannatter Re: DeLorean Leather/Transmission 4453. DMC3309@aol.com Re: DeLorean Leather/Transmission 4454. Reggie_Knowlton@vapower.com Re: radiator hose 4455. Larry Oden Re: Misfire after cold start. 4456. Dick Ryan Re: Dyno Day 4457. ajl521@aol.com Re: DeLorean Leather/Transmission 4458. Ryan Bennett Re: DeLorean Leather/Transmission 4459. mnoeltne@ezl.com Re: K&N 4460. David Silek Re: DeLorean Leather/Transmission 4461. delorean502@excite.com speedo 4462. Rich Kula Insurance Carriers 4463. robert parker Re: adhesive? 4464. robert parker Re: Synthetic Oil ? 4465. Mike $ steering questions 4466. William T Wilson Re: Dyno Day 4467. DeLorean31@aol.com Re: DeLorean Leather/Transmission 4468. Jonathan Heslop Re: K&N 4469. Mr Copies Door Locks - relay failure? 4470. NJP548@aol.com Re: DeLorean Leather/Transmission 4471. mdeluca@comtechpst.com Re: History Channel Documentary 4472. WINGD2@aol.com Re: K&N 4473. BRUCE BENSON Interiors and transmissions 4474. netizencane@hushmail.com Some New Parts Now Available! 4475. delorean502@excite.com prototype pic 4476. saintern "normal" brake feel 4477. Carson Clark Re: Insurance Carriers 4478. James Espey Re: DeLorean Leather/Transmission 4479. =?iso-8859-1?Q?Stefan_Bl=F6ch Bi Turbo 4480. DMC83in99@aol.com Re: Insurance Carriers 4481. Dave Price Re: steering questions 4482. MaineMan5@aol.com auto or manual 4483. Jonathan Heslop Re: Insurance Carriers 4484. David Sontos Re: Misfire after cold start. 4485. jan@vdwouw.demon.nl Re: steering questions 4486. netizencane@hushmail.com New Parts Available - Correct Email Address 4487. Stian Birkeland Re: DeLorean Leather/Transmission 4488. William T Wilson Re: "normal" brake feel 4489. delorean502@excite.com need part number 4490. derek osborn Re: K&N 4491. DMC5524@aol.com Re: Insurance Carriers 4492. JCox4001@aol.com Memphis DeLorean 4493. DMC83in99@aol.com Re: "normal" brake feel 4494. DMC83in99@aol.com Re: Misfire after cold start. 4495. Chris Coplen Need shocks, Don't want Girlings Question!! 4496. Dave Swingle Re: Door Locks - relay failure? 4497. Hal Palmer Cargo net 4498. BondAtomic@aol.com DeLorean Blue Prints 4499. Gus Schlachter Re: K&N Air Filter can work! 4500. BurkePhoto@aol.com Re: Cooling system 4501. DMC Joe Re: adhesive? 4502. DMC Joe Re: Misfire after cold start. -----------------------------------------------------------------
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: "Rodger I. Vannatter" <windance@gte.net> References: <0.f8e3470.2557b6ec@aol.com> Date: Mon, 8 Nov 1999 14:59:38 -0500 MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: DeLorean Leather/Transmission Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
John , I have a gray leather with auto trans. It is original, 1981 Nov. Guess they made both. Rodger Vannatter Vin # 6962
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: DMC3309@aol.com Date: Mon, 8 Nov 1999 10:47:41 EST MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: DeLorean Leather/Transmission Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
Vin 3309 is Grey leather and auto.
Robert
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: Reggie_Knowlton@vapower.com Date: Mon, 8 Nov 1999 10:50:26 -0500 Mime-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: radiator hose Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
The cooling system will purge the air as it heats up, this is why you have an overflow cannister, the cooling system will expend the trapped air in the system as the engine heats up the trapped air will go into the cannister as the radiator cap opens due to the thermal element within and as the system cools it will draw needed coolant back into the system. This is called a closed cooling system.
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Mon, 8 Nov 1999 07:51:52 -0800 (PST) From: Larry Oden <lkoden@yahoo.com> MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: Misfire after cold start. Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
I was glad to see this question ask. I have the same problem. When you first start to start the car it goes dead for about the first 5 or 6 times that you try to start it. Then when it cranks it will idle until you attempt to give it gas. As soon as you press the gas pedal the car will die. When you let it run for a min. or so then it is fine. Question #1-Where is the warm up regulator, could it be defective? My injectors have been changed so I do not believe that it is an injector problem. Could it be something else other than an injector or warm up regulator? Is the fuel pump electric? Could the fuel pump have something to do with it? (It runs fine after it is warm) Is there an adjustment to make the engine run more rich or lean and where is it located? Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Larry #614
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Mime-Version: 1.0 Date: Mon, 8 Nov 1999 11:56:08 -0700 From: raddad@cmn.net (Dick Ryan) Subject: [DML] Re: Dyno Day Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
I am anxious to see the article that will give more details about dyno day.
NONE of the conclusions given by Dr. Bob should come as a surprise to anyone.
Dick Ryan VIN 16867
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Mon, 08 Nov 1999 10:00:17 -0800 From: ajl521@aol.com In-Reply-To: <0.f8e3470.2557b6ec@aol.com> Subject: [DML] Re: DeLorean Leather/Transmission Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
Deloreans were available with either color interior, no matter what trans came in the car. I for example own a 5 speed with a black interior. The black interior is less common then the gray. And the automatic is far less common then the 5 speed.
Just my $0.02 Andrew 4194
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: "Ryan Bennett" <rpbennet@ix.netcom.com> References: <0.f8e3470.2557b6ec@aol.com> Date: Mon, 8 Nov 1999 07:50:17 -0800 MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: DeLorean Leather/Transmission Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
My D (01081) is an '81, black interior, 5 speed manual. I don't believe there is any corelation between the options.
-Ryan Bennett
> Dear Members, > > Over the years, I have only heard of "black leather, automatic transmission" > DeLoreans and of "grey leather, manual transmission" DeLoreans. Did they ever > produce black leather, manual transmission DeLoreans or grey leather, > automatic transmission DeLoreans? I have been wondering that for years, and > finally remembered to ask...Thanks! > > John Feldman > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > 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@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@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Mon, 08 Nov 1999 08:54:33 -0800 From: mnoeltne@ezl.com In-Reply-To: <803cmq$4iod@eGroups.com> Subject: [DML] Re: K&N Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
Most K&N filters are just the air filter itself. While they do make units to replace airboxes, that isn't something you will find for a D.
As to the air filter itself, there isn't an EXACT replacement K&N unit. There is one that is VERY close, but would require some modification to make it work. Basically it's just a little too small and would allow air to leak around it which totally detroys the whole concept of an air filter. More info is in archives including the part number.
I happen to know that a fellow list member will be offering a kit in the near future that will include this K&N filter along with all necessary parts to use it in a DeLorean and have it work properly. Bob Brandys sort of mentions it in his Dyno Day post. The kit was tested there to find out what sort of HP gains it offers. I don't have any more information on it right now, and no pricing info yet. There will be a post to the list sometime in the near future.
Mark N VIN 6820
jrobbin-@brit.ca wrote: original article:http://www.egroups.com/group/dmcnews/?start=4421 > Does anyone know the proper K&N air filter number for the DMC12? > > Please reply here and to jrobbins@brit.ca > > Best regards, > > J. Robbins
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: "David Silek" <dsilek@email.msn.com> References: <0.f8e3470.2557b6ec@aol.com> Date: Mon, 8 Nov 1999 12:15:50 -0500 Subject: [DML] Re: DeLorean Leather/Transmission Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
I have a gray leather automatic transmission D. So I guess that they made them. Mine is an 1981 version of the beauty.
David Silek Va Beach and Front Royal, VA Vin # 6110
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Mon, 08 Nov 1999 08:59:37 -0800 From: delorean502@excite.com Subject: [DML] speedo Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
How much does one of these Speedo kits cost, and does it come with directions on how to re-calibrate it? I would love to have a speedo that went up to 140MPH. Anybody who has some info on this, please e-mail me directly
Thanks a lot
Erik Geerdink 4512
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: Rich Kula <rkula@landrum-brown.com> Date: Mon, 8 Nov 1999 12:24:21 -0500 Subject: [DML] Insurance Carriers Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
Dear Group,
I recently switched from Geico Insurance to State Farm due to the fact that Geico will not insure the DeLorean. After many calls I was assured that State Farm would insure it. Unfortunately they have decided to not insure it. By the way, I have a clean driving record....you know....no tickets in the past 3 years. However, State Farm has decided that they are not going to cover it either.
Can anyone suggest an insurance carrier in the State of Illinois that would be willing to cover a D? Any help would be greatly appreciated. I can be e-mailed directly at the address printed below. Thanks.
Richard Kula
RKula@Landrum-brown.com
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: "robert parker" <roberthparker@hotmail.com> Date: Mon, 08 Nov 1999 10:03:28 PST Mime-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: adhesive? Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; format=flowed Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
I've mentioned it before, but it is worth mentioning again- you can use 3-M Weatherstrip Adhsive. Ask for "Gorilla Snot" @ your local parts store. A more recognized nickname than the Brand name. This glue does a wonderful job. I have only had to re-glue the strips once- still holding after MANY yrs. Drive Stainless Robert VIN 6924
>From: saintern <saintern@peri.com> >Reply-To: dmcnews@egroups.com >To: dmcnews@egroups.com >Subject: [DML] adhesive? >Date: Fri, 29 Oct 1999 15:20:10 -0400 > >Does anyone know what adhesive is used to bond together the >weatherstripping on the D. The black strips that are on the sides of my >hood are always coming loose and I want to get something to make them >stick. >-Don > > > >------------------------------------------------------------------------ >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@dmcnews.com > >
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: "robert parker" <roberthparker@hotmail.com> Date: Mon, 08 Nov 1999 10:36:52 PST Mime-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: Synthetic Oil ? Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; format=flowed Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
I installed an AMSOIL filter & oil (THE orginal synthetic oil) in #6924 before driving to the last Vegas Expo. VERY good product, with a warranty on engine damage they have never had to pay on (since '72). See Lubricants- Independent Distributors in your yellow pages. HIGHLY recommended!! (It is also in my '38 Buick crankcase) Drive Stainless Robert
>From: Carson Clark <cnsandog@yahoo.com> >Reply-To: dmcnews@egroups.com >To: DMC Group <dmcnews@egroups.com> >Subject: [DML] Synthetic Oil ? >Date: Sun, 31 Oct 1999 13:06:03 -0800 (PST) > >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@dmcnews.com > >
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: "Mike $" <sheilaridez@hotmail.com> Date: Mon, 08 Nov 1999 18:45:34 GMT Mime-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] steering questions Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; format=flowed Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
Ok, This is probably a stupid question, but I need an answer so here it goes. I heard from some places that the DeLorean has a telescopic steering wheel, and from others that it is just tilt. Mine appears to be neither. I only looked around it for a few hours (test driving it and inspecting), but I could find no control for the adjustment of the wheel. I'm the same guy who spent 10 minutes figuring out how to pop the hood though :) Oh BTW, my vin is around 1000 I believe. Thanks, Michael Schaefer Also, thanks to all who answered my antenna question, I have learned that I do have the winshield embedded one.
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Mon, 8 Nov 1999 13:48:42 -0500 (EST) From: William T Wilson <fluffy@snurgle.org> In-Reply-To: <3826D9D1.617A@flash.net> MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: Dyno Day Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=US-ASCII Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
On Mon, 8 Nov 1999, Robert Brandys wrote:
> 1. The Delorean ignition system needs upgrading.
I'm curious: What needs to be upgraded? Is the spark too weak, the timing suboptimal, or is it just that better plugs are needed?
> 2. A K&N air cleaner gives extra HP
How much?
> 6. A V-8 gives more horsepower and torque at all driving speeds.However, > the cost of a V-8 verse the supercharger or turbo setup is at least > twice as much.
Surprise, surprise... :}
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: DeLorean31@aol.com Date: Mon, 8 Nov 1999 14:10:04 EST MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: DeLorean Leather/Transmission Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
I have seen at least two Grey Leather Automatic DeLoreans
In a message dated 11/8/99 10:31:04 AM Eastern Standard Time, BondAtomic@aol.com writes:
<< Over the years, I have only heard of "black leather, automatic transmission" DeLoreans and of "grey leather, manual transmission" DeLoreans. Did they ever produce black leather, manual transmission DeLoreans or grey leather, automatic transmission DeLoreans? I have been wondering that for years, and finally remembered to ask...Thanks! >>
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: "Jonathan Heslop" <gatewayaag@mindspring.com> Date: Mon, 8 Nov 1999 15:03:40 -0600 Subject: [DML] Re: K&N Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
I assume the filter at the below address would work--a 1985 L6 2.4L DSL Turbo 33-2043?? Is there any noticeable HP increase? I've put K&N filters in my 4 Cadillac Northstars and 5.7 Vortech and haven't noticed that much or a change. The Northstars ran a bit smoother off the line--but thats about it. I like the idea being able to wash them though.
http://cyber1.virtualrep.com/perfintl/Results.tpl?command=search&db=knfilter s.txt&woint5data=1&text2datarq=1985&eqtext1datarq=760GLE&eqtitledatarq=Volvo %20Filter&cart=942094250121950&int5name=%20
Is it worth the $50?? Also, anybody know their claim-to-fame with their new oil filters? Thanks,
--Jonathan #000697, black/auto 81 St. Louis MO
-----Original Message----- From: DMC Joe <DMCJOE@att.net> To: dmcnews@egroups.com <dmcnews@egroups.com> Date: Monday, November 08, 1999 9:31 AM Subject: [DML] Re: K&N
>I don't have the K&N number but I can tell you that all you need to do is >ask for an air filter for a 1980 to 86 Volvo 260 or 760 GLE 6 cylinder. >This is >the exact replacement for the DeLorean filter and is available from most >filter manufactures. > >DMC Joe / DeLorean Services / <dmcjoe@att.net> >Web Site: <http://www.deloreanservices.com>
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: "Mr Copies" <mrcopies@jet2.net> Date: Mon, 8 Nov 1999 16:28:26 -0500 MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Door Locks - relay failure? Content-Type: multipart/alternative; boundary="----=_NextPart_000_0016_01BF2A06.487D3A00" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: NJP548@aol.com Date: Mon, 8 Nov 1999 14:09:55 EST MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: DeLorean Leather/Transmission Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
In a message dated 11/8/99 10:31:10 AM Eastern Standard Time, BondAtomic@aol.com writes:
<< Did they ever produce black leather, manual transmission DeLoreans >> Hey John,
I got a Black Leather, Manual Transmission DeLorean. They came with either black or grey stick or auto, it doesn't make a difference between the color of the interior and the transmission type.
Later, Nick VIN#1852....for sale e-mail for info
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Mon, 08 Nov 1999 11:42:17 -0800 From: mdeluca@comtechpst.com In-Reply-To: <0.8d0ab717.25578b4d@aol.com> Subject: [DML] Re: History Channel Documentary Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
As I recall in JZD autobiography, John addressed the issue of the
expensive
New York address and real-estate and stated that he had negotiated the
rent
(at a time when the market was soft I believe) and was actually paying
below market rent for a very prestigious address, nothing wrong with
that in my book.
Note: This information that should be easily verifiable which would
end the
the debating and speculation that has always surrounded this
issue.
(Just my two cents).
Mike D. Vin 3113 NY Lic. DLORIANN
cbl30-@aol.com wrote: original article:http://www.egroups.com/group/dmcnews/?start=4437
> In a message dated 11/5/99 10:46:28 PM Eastern Standard Time, > DaleSchaub@worldnet.att.net writes: > > << The Park Avenue offices have nothing to do with his budget overruns. I run > an office and his Park Avenue office cost are extremely small when compared > to other expenses. Although I have not tried DeLorean's approach, I do not > see it as the reason he needed money. >> > Apparently you do not understand about Park Ave New York,It is/was THE most > expensive place at the time to have a office,it was not unheard of, to pay > upwards of $100,000 or more per month in 1981 dollars appox.($400,000 in > todays dollars)per month for a office on Park Ave ridiculous for a startup > company.There were less expensive areas that would have impressed his > clients,than throw good money at > Park ave,again the downfall of DMC was NOT the car but the man himself for > foolish spending,and not sticking to his original plans to make the car as > originally planned.
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: WINGD2@aol.com Date: Mon, 8 Nov 1999 16:32:57 EST MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: K&N Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
In a message dated 11/8/99 9:32:12 AM Central Standard Time, DMCJOE@att.net writes:
<< I don't have the K&N number but I can tell you that all you need to do is ask for an air filter for a 1980 to 86 Volvo 260 or 760 GLE 6 cylinder. This is the exact replacement for the DeLorean filter and is available from most filter manufactures.
DMC Joe / DeLorean Services / <dmcjoe@att.net> >>
Joe, you are correct about the Volvo cross reference, but K&N does not
make, never has and has no plans to, make a direct replacement air filter for
this application. This is a project I've been working on for quite a while
with K&N. I've got a friend who works in the engineering department at K&N
and I supplied him with a Delorean Air Box to play with about 2 years ago.
What we finally came up with was a "prototype" kit which he supplied to me
about a month ago to try. This "kit" uses a K&N filter which is a unit they
currently produce and some stainless steel adapter brackets to fit it to the
stock Delorean air box. It is really a very nice, simple setup and is as easy
to install as the stock filter and requires NO modifications to any Delorean
parts.
This "prototype" is the K&N filter setup we tested at the Dyno Days
testing event this past weekend in Chicago with Bob Brandy's. The testing
showed a 3 HP improvement at the rear wheels over the stock filter, with NO
other changes being made to the car. This may not seem like a big
improvement, but you have to remember we're dealing with a motor which
doesn't put out a whole lot of HP to start with. The other thing I have
noticed, and this is just from me driving the car around, is the motor seems
to "breathe" much better with the K&N. My car with the stock filter felt like
it was running out of air at about 5000 rpm and would just kind of flatten
out on the top end. With the K&N, it will now easily pull to 6000 and
beyond. The testing also confirmed this. The car was still wanting to pull
past the 5000 rpm rev limit we placed on the dyno tests.
Anyway, now that we have this information, I'm currently working with K&N
to see what we can now do to get this "prototype kit" put into production. As
soon as I receive information from K&N, I'll pass it along to the list.
Marty
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: "BRUCE BENSON" <delornut@worldnet.att.net> References: <19991108080424.FAOD26289@delorean> Date: Mon, 8 Nov 1999 15:58:55 -0600 MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Interiors and transmissions Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
I think we've established that there are indeed DeLoreans with both transmissions in either color interior so I'm going to let the thread die.
Bruce Benson, today's moderator
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: netizencane@hushmail.com Date: Mon, 8 Nov 1999 14:13:59 -0700 (PST) Subject: [DML] Some New Parts Now Available! Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
I inherited a DeLorean and a bunch of new DeLorean parts - I'm told it was a dealers inventory - Sorry, the car is sold, but the parts were not part of the sale. A few of the things uncovered are...
catalytic converter angle drive cargo net speedometer (zero miles) craig (?) radio grey and black interior trim pieces trans computer
and a bunch of stuff I can't identify, but have part numbers on them. Email me your wants and I will email you back if I have it and how much I want for it.
JT - NetizenCane@hushmail.com
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Mon, 08 Nov 1999 14:08:18 -0800 From: delorean502@excite.com Subject: [DML] prototype pic Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
I finally uploaded a pic of the picture I have hanging in my kitchen. its in an aluminum frame. the back of the picture says
wilmas galleries picture framers\fine art dealers 163 Spon st. Coventry 4 Bank St. Rugby
thats all it says
anybody know where this (these) picture(s) came from?
Erik Geerdink 4512
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Mon, 08 Nov 1999 15:42:48 -0500 From: saintern <saintern@peri.com> MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] "normal" brake feel Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
-here's a question.....are the brakes on the delorean a little weak by nature?...It seems I realy gotta press down to get the car car to stop real good....just doesn't feel as if its up to task so to speak. Does anyone think that its a problem because I don't know what a DeLorean with "good" brakes feel like....big difference between the D and my honda.....maybe a master cylinder leak ?....the petal kinda feels "spongy" any ideas? Plus, would a total brake job be doable at home or just have PJ Grady do it? Don Kazmark -vin 3541 www.geocities.com/dkazmark
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Mon, 8 Nov 1999 14:41:01 -0800 (PST) From: Carson Clark <cnsandog@yahoo.com> MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: Insurance Carriers Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
that is funny i have State Farm and have used them for about 10 years. I am insured thru them in VA. If they have a heartache over the car just tell them you want to insure it for a stated amount- like $15,000. It may be cheaper.
--- Rich Kula <rkula@landrum-brown.com> wrote: > Dear Group, > > I recently switched from Geico Insurance to State Farm due to the > fact that Geico will not insure the DeLorean. After many calls I was > assured that State Farm would insure it. Unfortunately they have > decided to not insure it. By the way, I have a clean driving > record....you know....no tickets in the past 3 years. However, State > Farm has decided that they are not going to cover it either. > > Can anyone suggest an insurance carrier in the State of Illinois that > would be willing to cover a D? Any help would be greatly > appreciated. I can be e-mailed directly at the address printed > below. Thanks. > > > > Richard Kula > > RKula@Landrum-brown.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@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@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ In-Reply-To: <80733h$6tii@eGroups.com> References: <0.f8e3470.2557b6ec@aol.com> Mime-Version: 1.0 Date: Mon, 8 Nov 1999 16:26:25 -0500 From: James Espey <james@usadmc.com> Subject: [DML] Re: DeLorean Leather/Transmission Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
At 1:00 PM -0500 11/8/99, ajl521@aol.com wrote: >Deloreans were available with either color interior, no matter what >trans came in the car. I for example own a 5 speed with a black >interior. The black interior is less common then the gray. And the >automatic is far less common then the 5 speed. >
I expect (and hope) that Knut will chime in on this one, as I have seen a preliminary copy of the "DeLorean Production Chronology Analysis" which Knut has revised from his previosu work. Based on data supplied from the DOD, official DMC memos and other sources, Knut has very clearly answered the questions about auto vs. manual and grey vs black mixes.
James
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: DMC83in99@aol.com Date: Mon, 8 Nov 1999 17:36:44 EST MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: Insurance Carriers Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
I don't know if they're in Illinois or not, but I would definately suggest Peerless Insurance. They're the ones that have mine insured, although it's on a commercial policy. But seeing as they've got one insured, I don't see why they wouldn't insure another.
Scott
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: "Dave Price" <davep2@clipper.net> References: <19991108184534.83696.qmail@hotmail.com> Date: Mon, 8 Nov 1999 14:35:58 -0800 MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: steering questions Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
> Ok, This is probably a stupid question, but I need an answer so here it > goes. I heard from some places that the DeLorean has a telescopic steering > wheel, and from others that it is just tilt. Mine appears to be neither. I > only looked around it for a few hours (test driving it and inspecting), but > I could find no control for the adjustment of the wheel. I'm the same guy
There should be a knob on the steering column you can grab with your right hand just behind the dash trim.. just unscrew the knob, adjust the wheel, and tighten it back. If you forget that last step, it makes for some interesting driving.
- Dave
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: MaineMan5@aol.com Date: Mon, 8 Nov 1999 17:41:58 EST MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] auto or manual Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
how many Ds where made with auto transmission
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: "Jonathan Heslop" <gatewayaag@mindspring.com> Date: Mon, 8 Nov 1999 16:38:52 -0600 Subject: [DML] Re: Insurance Carriers Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
Rich.........
Same thing happened to me!!!! A lot of the guys down here in southern IL have regular policies with State Farm. We have our other 5 cars all insured with State Farm and I figured there wouldn't be any problems. I called them up for a quote and they said it was on their "do NOT insure" list. (I was also looking at a Detomaso Mangusta at the time--also on the list)
I thought opening up another policy with Country Companies or other, but then I would have to pay a second set of premiums (Me-->18 year old male, good student discount, court supervison on all violations). Right now I pay almost 2 grand and I'm insured as the primary driver on the least valued vehicle, the GMC Yukon. That way I'm covered on all the other cars the cheapest way.
So it looked like the D was out of my future till I turned 25 until I found the Antique/Classic Car policy with SF. I called them up and was able to get it covered under that. I can only drive it 2000 miles a year and it cost about $120 every six months to insure.
I don't know if they do this by which office you use or what--I just found it very strange that they insure others under a normal policy. Anyone have a similar experiance?????
Good Luck!
--Jonathan #000697 Belleville, IL (just outside St. Louis)
-----Original Message----- From: Rich Kula <rkula@landrum-brown.com> To: 'DMCNews@EGROUPS.com' <DMCNews@EGROUPS.com> Date: Monday, November 08, 1999 4:18 PM Subject: [DML] Insurance Carriers
>Dear Group, > >I recently switched from Geico Insurance to State Farm due to the fact that Geico will not insure the DeLorean. After many calls I was assured that State Farm would insure it. Unfortunately they have decided to not insure it. By the way, I have a clean driving record....you know....no tickets in the past 3 years. However, State Farm has decided that they are not going to cover it either. > >Can anyone suggest an insurance carrier in the State of Illinois that would be willing to cover a D? Any help would be greatly appreciated. I can be e-mailed directly at the address printed below. Thanks. > > > >Richard Kula > >RKula@Landrum-brown.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@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@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Mon, 08 Nov 1999 21:01:45 -0500 From: David Sontos <dsontos@sybercom.net> MIME-Version: 1.0 References: <19991108155152.19417.rocketmail@web1305.mail.yahoo.com> Subject: [DML] Re: Misfire after cold start. Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
This question has been raised again and again without any solution. My car has the same problem. I thought I had the fix when I ran a new ground to the ECU, but although it made the engine run better it didn't solve the cold start problem.
Dave Sontos VIN 02573
Larry Oden wrote:
> I was glad to see this question ask. I have the same > problem. When you first start to start the car it > goes dead for about the first 5 or 6 times that you > try to start it. Then when it cranks it will idle > until you attempt to give it gas. As soon as you press > the gas pedal the car will die. When you let it run > for a min. or so then it is fine.
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Mon, 08 Nov 1999 15:06:51 -0800 From: jan@vdwouw.demon.nl In-Reply-To: <19991108184534.83696.qmail@hotmail.com> Subject: [DML] Re: steering questions Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
It's both, look on page 12 of the DeLorean Owners Handbook, if you don't have one, there's one available for download on the Internet at ftp://dmcnews.com/pub/ownmanu.pdf It's a PDF, and not printable (unfortunately).
There should be an adjusterknob on the "righthandside of the steeringcolumn, behind the low instrument panel pad"
As I don't have a "D" YET, you should check for yourself, but it should be there!
Greetings from the Netherlands,
JAN van de Wouw Think Different... Use a Mac... Live the Dream... Drive a DeLorean...
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"mike $" <sheilaride-@hotmail.com> wrote: original article:http://www.egroups.com/group/dmcnews/?start=4465 [snip] > I heard from some places that the DeLorean has a telescopic steering > wheel, and from others that it is just tilt. Mine appears to be neither. I > only looked around it for a few hours (test driving it and inspecting), but > I could find no control for the adjustment of the wheel. [snip]
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: netizencane@hushmail.com Date: Mon, 8 Nov 1999 15:27:44 -0700 (PST) Subject: [DML] New Parts Available - Correct Email Address Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
The correct email address is: netizencane@hushmail.com
Sorry for the confusion.
JT - netizencane@hushmail.com
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: "Stian Birkeland" <dmc_norway@hotmail.com> Date: Mon, 08 Nov 1999 15:23:31 PST Mime-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: DeLorean Leather/Transmission Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; format=flowed Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
If you are interested in getting a very rare DeLorean you should look for a 3-speed auto with grey interior. They are rare compared to black/grey 5-speed manuals.
Best wishes Stian Birkeland NORWAY
>From: James Espey <james@usadmc.com> >Reply-To: dmcnews@egroups.com >To: dmcnews@egroups.com >Subject: [DML] Re: DeLorean Leather/Transmission >Date: Mon, 8 Nov 1999 16:26:25 -0500 > >At 1:00 PM -0500 11/8/99, ajl521@aol.com wrote: > >Deloreans were available with either color interior, no matter what > >trans came in the car. I for example own a 5 speed with a black > >interior. The black interior is less common then the gray. And the > >automatic is far less common then the 5 speed. > > > >I expect (and hope) that Knut will chime in on this one, as I have seen a >preliminary copy of the "DeLorean Production Chronology Analysis" which >Knut has revised from his previosu work. Based on data supplied from the >DOD, official DMC memos and other sources, Knut has very clearly answered >the questions about auto vs. manual and grey vs black mixes. > >James > > > >------------------------------------------------------------------------ >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@dmcnews.com > >-- 20 megs of disk space in your eGroup's Document Vault >-- http://www.egroups.com/docvault/dmcnews/?m=1 > >
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Mon, 8 Nov 1999 18:49:31 -0500 (EST) From: William T Wilson <fluffy@snurgle.org> In-Reply-To: <382735C8.70934E06@peri.com> MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: "normal" brake feel Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=US-ASCII Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
On Mon, 8 Nov 1999, saintern wrote:
> -here's a question.....are the brakes on the delorean a little weak by > nature?...It seems I realy gotta press down to get the car car to stop
No. The DeLorean brakes are quite good, especially by the standards of the time. If your pedal is "spongy" you probably have one of two problems. First, the standard brake hoses get soft with time and stretch when you step on the brake. Second, if you haven't changed the brake fluid in a few years, it can effectively "wear out" - getting contaminated with water, air bubbles, and other things that don't belong. Either of these can cause spongy brakes. The replacement for the second is easy - replace your fluid with new DOT 4 brake fluid. The first one requires replacing the brake lines with new braided stainless ones.
> any ideas? Plus, would a total brake job be doable at home or just have > PJ Grady do it?
How much of a mechanic are you? The DeLorean brakes are fairly standard disc brakes and if you can do a brake job on any disc brake car, you can do one on the DeLorean. Of course, certain tasks like turning the rotors need to be left to the properly equipped professional shops.
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Mon, 08 Nov 1999 15:57:12 -0800 From: delorean502@excite.com Subject: [DML] need part number Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
could someone (james or DMC Joe) tell me the part number for the pins that keep the headliners up. someone earlier refered to them as "fir tree pins". I need a bunch of them. for the headliners AND the door. former owner used shims to keep thing together....dumb @$$!
Erik Geerdink 4512
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Mon, 8 Nov 1999 16:20:57 -0800 (PST) From: derek osborn <d_ozzbourne@yahoo.com> MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: K&N Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
I know this doesn't have much to do with Deloreans, but i noticed a BIG difference when i put a K&N filter on my 71 GTO. I hear that the newer cars with computers and stuff have to adjust to the horsepower increase, so that may be why you haven't noticed much of a change.
Derek
--- Jonathan Heslop <gatewayaag@mindspring.com> wrote: > I assume the filter at the below address would > work--a 1985 L6 2.4L DSL > Turbo 33-2043?? Is there any noticeable HP > increase? I've put K&N filters > in my 4 Cadillac Northstars and 5.7 Vortech and > haven't noticed that much or > a change. The Northstars ran a bit smoother off the > line--but thats about > it. I like the idea being able to wash them though. > > http://cyber1.virtualrep.com/perfintl/Results.tpl?command=search&db=knfilter > s.txt&woint5data=1&text2datarq=1985&eqtext1datarq=760GLE&eqtitledatarq=Volvo > %20Filter&cart=942094250121950&int5name=%20 > > Is it worth the $50?? Also, anybody know their > claim-to-fame with their new > oil filters? Thanks, > > --Jonathan > #000697, black/auto 81 > St. Louis MO > > > > -----Original Message----- > From: DMC Joe <DMCJOE@att.net> > To: dmcnews@egroups.com <dmcnews@egroups.com> > Date: Monday, November 08, 1999 9:31 AM > Subject: [DML] Re: K&N > > > >I don't have the K&N number but I can tell you that > all you need to do is > >ask for an air filter for a 1980 to 86 Volvo 260 or > 760 GLE 6 cylinder. > >This is > >the exact replacement for the DeLorean filter and > is available from most > >filter manufactures. > > > >DMC Joe / DeLorean Services / <dmcjoe@att.net> > >Web Site: <http://www.deloreanservices.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@dmcnews.com > > -- Easily schedule meetings and events using the > group calendar! > -- http://www.egroups.com/cal?listname=dmcnews&m=1 > > >
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: DMC5524@aol.com Date: Mon, 8 Nov 1999 19:34:10 EST MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: Insurance Carriers Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
In a message dated 11/8/99 4:20:19 PM Central Standard Time, rkula@landrum-brown.com writes:
<< Geico will not insure the DeLorean. >>
I don't quite understand this. I just contacted Geico and they seemed quite willing to insure the DeLorean. Even offered me a very fair rate. I currently use Farmers Insurance here in Kansas, ever since State Farm dropped me.
FYI
Dave
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: JCox4001@aol.com Date: Mon, 8 Nov 1999 20:32:39 EST MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Memphis DeLorean Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
DML'ers,
I had promised to look at the Memphis DeLorean featured on ebay, however, I have bad news. I got ahold of the fella, introduced myself, and told him of my interest of seeing the car for the benefit of those interested on this list. I immediately got the brush off, and was told to leave my name and number on the other number listed in the ad, and he would get back to me. I could tell that he never would from our conversation.
Morale of the story: This guy obviously does not want an objective opinion of his car broadcast over the internet. In other words, Buyer beware!!!
Jeff
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: DMC83in99@aol.com Date: Mon, 8 Nov 1999 20:48:06 EST MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: "normal" brake feel Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
Don-
Funny you should bring this up, because I'm in the midst of a similar situation right now. I've replaced the master cylinder, rebuilt the calipers (minus the pistons) and put in new brake lines. This cleared up a majority of my problems, (it had a bad pull to the right, the dust boots were torn) but it's still a real pain to stop. Seems like the only true brake you have is about 3-4 inches off the floorboard. After the initial installation of the master cylinder, they tell you to adjust the booster rod no more than 1 1/4 turns, which we did, but still the same problem. I'd love to know the answer to this myself!!
Scott #16738
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: DMC83in99@aol.com Date: Mon, 8 Nov 1999 20:58:17 EST MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: Misfire after cold start. Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
Larry-
This sounds like a very similar problem that I had when I first bought mine. Turns over, starts fine, 2-3 seconds of hard idle, then kaput. It would usually take me 10-12 tries to get mine up to running capability. This did turn out to be my warm up regulator. It's located on the back left hand side of the engine, attached on the top of the block. It's very simple to remove, two hex screws, a couple of hoses and an electonic connection, it's done. This cleared my problem right up.
Scott #16738
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: Chris Coplen <Chris.Coplen@ix.netcom.com> Date: Mon, 8 Nov 1999 21:17:28 -0500 MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Need shocks, Don't want Girlings Question!! 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
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@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: "Dave Swingle" <dswingle@enteract.com> Date: Mon, 8 Nov 1999 20:08:25 -0600 MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: Door Locks - relay failure? Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
Best fix is the LockZilla (Grady), second best is putting in secondary relays. See the tech section at www.dmcnews.com for instructions on this. It takes all of the load off of the lock box and runs it through a couple of generic starter relays.
dave
MrCopies wrote > What IS the problem with the original Delorean door lock module? > > Are the relays under-rated? > > I understand what happens when the lock module goes (solonoids burn out, driver gets locked in etc...) but have never had a clear explanation about why the problems occur.
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: BondAtomic@aol.com Date: Mon, 8 Nov 1999 23:27:13 EST MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] DeLorean Blue Prints Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
Dear Members,
I checked out the prototype with the SS frame pic on the web in the vault, but I was wondering if that was the blue print they went with. If it wasn't, can somebody please send me it as a file? Thanks!
John Feldman
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: "Gus Schlachter" <gus@austin.rr.com> Date: Mon, 8 Nov 1999 22:01:15 -0600 MIME-Version: 1.0 In-Reply-To: <803cmq$4iod@eGroups.com> Subject: [DML] Re: K&N Air Filter can work! Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
> -----Original Message----- > From: jrobbins@brit.ca [mailto:jrobbins@brit.ca] > Sent: Sunday, November 07, 1999 2:20 AM > > Does anyone know the proper K&N air filter number for the DMC12?
The correct answer is: there isn't one.
But if you're determined (like I was) to have a K&N filter, it can be done! It will take a little work, though. Before I attempted this, I saw in the archives how someone had taken a close-fit K&N filter and found that it fit perfectly upside-down in the air cleaner assembly. DO NOT DO THIS. While it seems to fit, there is no air seal around the filter and there will be plenty of blow-by (and thus, DIRT in your intake).
Now, I did use that K&N filter with the closest fit, which turns out to be model 33-2002. (The 33-2043 would be WAY too big, btw). It is almost identical to the correct filter, except it is about 1/4 inch smaller in each dimension. This means that when it is correctly installed, the upper and lower halves of the air cleaner assembly do not seal against the outer rubber gasket on the filter. It looks like it will, but because of the smaller dimensions it tends to just get pushed off-center or down into the lower half (and again you'll have blow-by).
So what I needed was a way to take up the extra space created by the smaller
filter. I tried to take the outer gasket from the old filter but it made
the whole thing too thick, and didn't really work anyway. Having watched
many episodes of MacGuyver, I started tearing through the garage and settled
on some plastic lawn edging. ("Better Homes and Gardens," part number
WIN-20) Please don't run out and buy the 20 feet of this stuff, you should
be able to find something similar.
The way I used it was to cut two lengths of it that matched the shorter dimension of the lower half of the air cleaner assembly. The idea was to wedge the filter into the box along the shorter edges, and propped up to the top of that lower half so that the seal would mate with upper half and get a good seal. The lawn edging was initially too thick, but the tubular section of it could be compressed and reformed until the filter fit inside snugly without being crushed. Then I trimmed to bottom of the edging until the filter sat at the correct height.
It was tricky reintegrating the two halves of the air cleaner assembly, due to the slightly smaller size of the filter, but I eventually got the filter to seal. Or, at least, it felt like a seal since there was adequate resistance of compression of the two halves. I suppose the truly paranoid amongst you could throw some RTV in there for good measure, given that K&N says you can go 50,000 miles before you have to take it out again to clean it.
Anyway, the trick is to prop up the filter to the correct height and centered in the lower half, so any material that can be cut to fit would be good for this purpose. I guess the real solution would be to have some sort of collar or sleeve that would fit around the filter and help provide the seal, by my garage is regrettably not that well equipped.
I really don't know if the K&N is worth all this trouble, but this should give a few ideas to those of you that wish to try. But keep in mind that ANY air leaks around the filter will negate any of the K&N's benefits and contaminate your intake. So be careful, and good luck.
Gus Schlachter Austin, TX VIN# 4695
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: BurkePhoto@aol.com Date: Mon, 8 Nov 1999 23:03:23 EST MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: Cooling system Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
In a message dated 11/8/99 5:19:46 PM Eastern Standard Time, Reggie_Knowlton@vapower.com writes:
<< The cooling system will purge the air as it heats up, this is why you have an overflow cannister, the cooling system will expend the trapped air in the system as the engine heats up the trapped air will go into the cannister as the radiator cap opens due to the thermal element within and as the system cools it will draw needed coolant back into the system. This is called a closed cooling system. >>
The cooling system should always be bled after system repairs, i.e., hose replacement etc. Bleed screw is located above water pump (see manual). Slip a clear plastic hose over the screw with the other end submerged in container of coolant. With engine running, open screw after thermostat has opened and purge until no more air exits, close screw.
Burke
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: "DMC Joe" <DMCJOE@att.net> Date: Mon, 8 Nov 1999 22:12:12 -0500 MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: adhesive? Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1 Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
Robert is right on the money, but just in case your parts supplier gives you a funny look when you say "Gorilla Snot" give him the 3M part number which is # 08008 (black).
DMC Joe / DeLorean Services / <dmcjoe@att.net> Web Site: <http://www.deloreanservices.com>
---------- > From: robert parker <roberthparker@hotmail.com> > I've mentioned it before, but it is worth mentioning again- you can use 3-M > Weatherstrip Adhsive. Ask for "Gorilla Snot" @ your local parts store. A > more recognized nickname than the Brand name. This glue does a wonderful > job. I have only had to re-glue the strips once- still holding after MANY
> yrs. Drive Stainless Robert VIN 6924
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X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: "DMC Joe" <DMCJOE@att.net> Date: Mon, 8 Nov 1999 22:11:43 -0500 MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: Misfire after cold start. Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1 Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
Larry, The warm up regulator, which is part of the warm up circuit, is located at the front end (closest to fire wall) of the drivers side valve cover. These units rarely go bad. Most problems with this part involve the electrical and vacuum connections.
From you description you probably have a combination of problems. Stalling right after the engine fires is an indication of a problem in the idle speed circuit. Stalling when accelerating is an acceleration enrichment circuit function. All three systems interact so a problem in one circuit will effect the others.
DMC Joe / DeLorean Services / <dmcjoe@att.net> Web Site: <http://www.deloreanservices.com>
---------- > From: Larry Oden <lkoden@yahoo.com> > > I was glad to see this question ask. I have the same > problem. When you first start to start the car it > goes dead for about the first 5 or 6 times that you > try to start it. Then when it cranks it will idle > until you attempt to give it gas. As soon as you press > the gas pedal the car will die. When you let it run > for a min. or so then it is fine. Question #1-Where is > the warm up regulator, could it be defective? My > injectors have been changed so I do not believe that > it is an injector problem. Could it be something else > other than an injector or warm up regulator? Is the > fuel pump electric? Could the fuel pump have something > to do with it? (It runs fine after it is warm) Is > there an adjustment to make the engine run more rich > or lean and where is it located? Any help would be > greatly appreciated. > > Larry #614
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