Monday, September 28 1998 Volume 03 : Number 420
In this issue:
Re: DML: Original NCT Tires
DML: Delorean image in recent advert...
DML: Idle Problems
Re: DML: Original NCT Tires
DML: New 'zine available...
DML: [admin] www.dmcnews.com server issues
Re: DML: Original NCT Tires
Re: DML: Need a radio
DML: HATCHBACK LOUVRE WANTED
DML: New Owner
Re: DML: [admin] www.dmcnews.com server issues
DML: New Owner
DML: New Owner
Re: DML: New Owner
Re: DML: HATCHBACK LOUVRE WANTED
Re: DML: Original NCT Tires
Re: DML: Original NCT Tires
Re: DML: NCDMC Gatherings
DML: DeLorean Sighting
DML: air bags?
DML: Gas Smell
DML: Re: Idle Problems
DML: Delorean Movie?
Re: DML: Delorean Movie?
DML: Trip
Re: DML: air bags?
Re: DML: Gas Smell
Re: DML: Delorean Movie?
DML: radio installation
Re: DML: Gas Smell
Re: DML: Delorean Movie?
Re: DML: Gas Smell
Re: DML: radio installation
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Date: Fri, 25 Sep 1998 03:54:13 -0500 From: scottmueller@zebra.net (Scott Mueller) Subject: Re: DML: Original NCT Tires
World Traveller wrote: > > There's a good chance that I will be purchasing and driving home an 81 > with 14K miles on it. It has the original tires and I will be driving > about 400 miles home. Do you think that tires this old are still > roadworthy or is it worth $400 to have the car trucked home? > Mechanically it shouldn't be a problem as the current owner has replaced > about all of the crucial components. How easy is it to fix a flat on one > of these beasts? Looking forward to becoming part of the DeLorean
My 1981, still has the original NCT's on it. I now have 22K on them and they are wearing very evenly. The key to even tire wear is air pressure. I run 30 in the front and 36 in the rear. Inspect the tires very closely, look for cracking in the sidewalls. If the car was not stored on the ground, your tires may still be round. If it has sat in one place for years, the tires will have become square and the ride will be terrible. When I put my car back on the road in 1995, it road like a truck, the shocks were shot 11K, once I replaced the shocks it road a lot better. This week, I picked up a set of Yokohama AVS tires. You will want to keep the NCT's for Concours type shows. To be on the safe side, I would have the tires replaced and ship the NCT's home. I hope your trip is uneventfull, but do be prepared to performn some repairs on the road. Most people I have talked to, including myself, have had to do some sort of repair work on the road, especially when a car has been stored for several years. I have put 10K on my car since 1995 and am finally getting all of the bugs out of the car. I just completed a 4400 mile road trip from home to Los Angeles with no real problems. Good luck and have fun.
Scott Mueller 002981
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Date: Fri, 25 Sep 1998 20:12:53 +0100 From: "Ian T. A. Foster" <ian@netvigator.com> Subject: DML: Delorean image in recent advert...
Calling DeLorean fanatics,
I have two snippets of information on DeLorean's recently sourced:
1. An advertisement for a photocopier featuring a DeLorean in a 'strange' position! ... caption reads "No more crashes at high speed" The rear fender looks a little strange but its 100% DeLorean.
2. I'm presently writing the "Urban Design Guidelines for HongKong" and got the DeLorean into one of the graphical illustrations ... promoting a pollution free environment, anyone have an electric DMC?!?
For anyone who wants a look at these images, drop me your email address to <ian@netvigator.com> and I'll forward them.
Cheers, IAN (HongKong)
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Date: 25 Sep 1998 14:28:09 -0500 From: Dave.Sontos@cooperauto.com Subject: DML: Idle Problems
I've been playing with a Idle problem since I bought my car last November. Then the engine wouldn't even run. I've cleaned the fuel tank, replaced fuel pump and baffle, replaced fuel filter, cleaned fuel injectors, and adjusted CO. The car runs now but has NO pickup. It just sits there and sputters when the light turns green and then after several seconds begins to move. I've checked for vacuum leaks by blocking off all vacuum ports I could find with no change. Leaning out the idle CO adjustment seems to make the takeoff better, but then the car won't start or idle. Cranking the throttle idle adjustment down 3-4 turns allows the car to start, rev up to 2K and drop back to 1K and idle. Spark plugs are covered with soot.
As I understand, the idle adjustment screw on the throttle should be set so the throttle is closed completely and at the same time the microswitch for the ECU(?) adjustment screw is closing the contacts. As long as I don't engage the microswitch the car will idle. If I screw the screw in to engage the micro switch now it kills the engine.
I am thinking maybe "Idle Speed Control Motor" or possibly the "Pressure Regulator" on the Left valve cover or the engine idle computer.
Getting frustrated, any pointers will be appreciated.
Dave VIN 2573
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Date: Fri, 25 Sep 1998 16:09:43 EDT From: KKoncelik@aol.com Subject: Re: DML: Original NCT Tires
The key to good tires is to keep sunlight off them. I have a set with virtually no cracks or crazing and they are not too stiff although NCT's aren't the best tires anyway.
Inspect the tires, if they look all dry and cracked then haul it. If they look OK then drive it. Most of the crazing will be to the outside since that is where the sunlight hits it most.
Ken
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Date: Fri, 25 Sep 98 13:48:32 -0000 From: James Espey <espey@dmcnews.com> Subject: DML: New 'zine available...
The altest edition of DMC-News, the 'zine, is now available for download. This issue was was distributed in printed form at the DOA Expo in Los Angeles and was a smash hit. Contents of Issue #3 include:
Cincinnati Show report Tankzilla Installation Luggage Rack installation Mode Switch Rebuild Instructions 140MPH Speedo Kit Article Regional Club news And more...
The 'zine has a new format and design with this issue, many thanks to DML'er Travis Graham for his assistance in preparing it. Additional thanks go out to all of those who contributed to this issue:
Mike Griese Bruce Benson Scott Mueller Marty Maier Pacific Northwest DeLorean Club DeLorean Club of Ohio DeLorean Club of Oregon DeLorean Mid-Atlantic
NOTE: Due to the new format and increased content, this is 6.3MB download and requires the Adobe Acrobat Reader software (avaialble free from www.adobe.com).
ftp://couriergraphics.com/zine003.pdf
Send complaints to me, praise to the list! Thanks!
James Espey Moderator, DeLorean Mailing List http://www.dmcnews.com
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Date: Fri, 25 Sep 98 14:03:57 -0000 From: James Espey <espey@dmcnews.com> Subject: DML: [admin] www.dmcnews.com server issues
For some time now I have been exceeding my server's space limitation by approximately double what I am allowed (54MB vs 25MB). They have recently caught on to this and now want me to do something about it. They will not "sell" additional space, my only option is to upgrade to a larger "package", the next higher of which includes many features that DMC-News would not use and still less server space (just 50MB) than I currently use. The next higher package above that is *extremely* cost-prohibitive and still only provides minimal server space (75MB).
As an interim fix, I have moved some files to the server where I work - notably the PDF's, but they are still accessible via the DMC-News web pages. However, with the recent uploading of the latest issue of the 'zine, I have begun to exceed their server space limitation as well.
My options at this point, as i see them, are to either remove some of the files from the server, or find a new home for all or some of the files. If anyone on the list can host some or all of the FTP files (parts manual, zines, test track video, etc) which total about 40 megabytes, please let me know. Until I come up with a more elegant, cost-effective solution, I would like to find a semi-permanent home for these files. Email me privately to discuss further. Thanks!
James Espey Moderator, DeLorean Mailing List http://www.dmcnews.com
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Date: Sat, 26 Sep 1998 09:39:51 +0100 From: "Ian T. A. Foster" <ian@netvigator.com> Subject: Re: DML: Original NCT Tires
Scott,
Can you give me an idea how much the set of Yokohama tyres cost you? Are these the same profile as the original NCTs? Are they now one of the preferred replacement tyres for the DMC?
I need to replace my set for my big drive from LA to Baltimore via NewOrleans. Still hopeing that I'll be in Mobile on 31Oct98 ... will confirm my timetable within 2 weeks.
Cheers, IAN
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Date: Fri, 25 Sep 1998 20:53:32 -0500 From: Thomas Bohmier <Bohmier@sprintmail.com> Subject: Re: DML: Need a radio
Dear De Miller:
This is an area that I have had recent experience in. I just installed, by myself, a whole new system and here is what I did:
JVC shaft mount (knobs) AM/FM/Cassette $120.00 20 watts per channel x 4 original rear speaker left in place (sound great with a good radio) 3" Infinity replaced the originals under the dash, adjacent to windshield 60.00 4" woofer with 1" tweeter Infiniti's mounted under dash facing down 90.00
I swear to God that you will think that you are in a concert hall. Not bad for under $300.00
You will have to remove the gear shit knob, console and control knobs to give you the manuevering room that you need.
While I was at it I clean up the prior wiring, taped it like the factory did and made the cables all the same length.
Thomas
De Miller wrote:
> Hi everyone: > I'll be replacing my radio soon (hopefully this weekend) and would > like to know if anyone has a make, model, brand etc., that they have > used with little or no trouble. Of course, I'd like to pull the old one > out and drop a new on in, if possible. I'm not necessarily looking for > one for sale from list members (but, if you've got one, email me and > we'll see), just some help in pointing me toward ones available at Best > Buy etc., that have worked well for some of you is what I'm looking for. > Thanks in advance. De Miller, Kansas City.
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Date: Fri, 25 Sep 1998 22:23:42 -0400 From: "John Pietrowski" <kritter@toast.net> Subject: DML: HATCHBACK LOUVRE WANTED
I am looking for a used/new louvre for the rear hatchback. Mine has a few cracks that are too expensive to repair. Anybody who has a used or new one for sale, let me know.
Also, has anybody ever had success in ordering anything from the "Delorean Historical Society?" I have been trying to e-mail the guy but get no response. Does anyone know how to contact paraversal@aol.com by phone or mail?
Thanks to all for this great mailing list. I submitted a design for the t-shirt contest and can't wait until voting time. It will definitely be fun to pick a winner, Good Luck everybody!
John G Pietrowski Toledo OH kritter@toast.net
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Date: Fri, 25 Sep 1998 19:22:34 -0700 From: World Traveller <eurojet@sdcoe.k12.ca.us> Subject: DML: New Owner
Assuming that I buy and drive home my new DeLorean in two weeks what do you experienced owners recommend I DON'T do once I get it home? Is there such a book as "DeLorean Ownership For Dummies"? I'm used to buying a used car and the first thing that I do is wash and wax it MY way. This is part of the "bonding" process. Don't worry, I've read enough to know not to wax my new D but what else should I avoid besides steel wool and sandpaper? I will take it up to Garden Grove to have the guys check it out and tell me if I got screwed on the deal or did okay. Honesty counts and sometimes hurts but "it's only money", right? I just hope that I can enjoy it for the first year without any major breakdowns and then decide if I want to keep it or take a loss and sell it to another dreamer. By the way, the seller is letting me "have it" for 16K which I think is a fair price, not too much and not too little. Any replies would be appreciated! Oh yeah, I CAN NOT find a mechanic here in San Diego that will work on a DeLorean!! One claims that parts aren't available (BS) and the other are too afraid. What can I tell them to convince them that it is "just" a car, not a Rolls or Lamborghini! Also, my insurance agent told me that it is a "custom made" car. I thought that it was a regular production model not custom! He gave me a good quote anyway... Thanks for any and all advice. Phil.
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Date: Fri, 25 Sep 1998 19:44:22 -0500 From: scottmueller@zebra.net (Scott Mueller) Subject: Re: DML: [admin] www.dmcnews.com server issues
James Espey wrote: > > For some time now I have been exceeding my server's space limitation by > approximately double what I am allowed (54MB vs 25MB). The next higher > package above that is *extremely* cost-prohibitive > and still only provides minimal server space (75MB). >
OK guys, do you now see that our free "DMCNEWS" is not really free. Every reader out there can help keep this site the best there is by BUYING CHRISTMAS CARDS OR SOME OF THE OTHER ITEMS that James has offered for sale.
The christmas cards are really nice, I have purchased three sets, and I have bought some other items. If you think really hard, you will probably find that you have saved many hundreds, if not thousands of dollars by participating in the mailing list.
So lets keep this alive, buy some cards.
I will now climb higher on the stump, so I do not drown, I'm in Mobile and it looks like the sh** is going to hit the fan.
Wish me luck, this hurricane George is suppose to come through and clean up Mobile tommorrow or Sunday.
I'll be off the air for a while, I will not run my PC off of the generator.
Later Dudes and Dudettes
Scott Mueller 002981
ps: This was not a paid endorsement for DMCNEWS, James can not afford it, he spends his money on server space.
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Date: Sat, 26 Sep 1998 00:01:01 -0400 From: Haldeman Family <haldeman@fuse.net> Subject: DML: New Owner
Dear list, Life has begun for me on Friday September the 25th, 1998! VIN# 05102 is now owned by Josh Haldeman of Cincinnati, OH. I look forward to dealing with all the facets of ownership good and bad, and additionally look forward to getting up every morning and realizing that I own this extrodinary piece of automotive history. Thank you James and everyone else for supporting this unbelievable car. Sincerely, Josh
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Date: Sat, 26 Sep 1998 00:01:01 -0400 From: Haldeman Family <haldeman@fuse.net> Subject: DML: New Owner
Dear list, Life has begun for me on Friday September the 25th, 1998! VIN# 05102 is now owned by Josh Haldeman of Cincinnati, OH. I look forward to dealing with all the facets of ownership good and bad, and additionally look forward to getting up every morning and realizing that I own this extrodinary piece of automotive history. Thank you James and everyone else for supporting this unbelievable car. Sincerely, Josh
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Date: Sat, 26 Sep 1998 01:39:34 EDT From: JSteuben@aol.com Subject: Re: DML: New Owner
Hi Phil, I bought my car from a person in San Diego, and believe it or not, I've got records that show that the S.D. Lamborghini dealer did work on the car. I have receipts from Mission Valley Mobil, Broadway Auto Electric, Webster Pontiac/Subaru, Evens Tire &Service, Mission Center Texaco, AJ-USA Lamborghini of S.D., Killion&Son Auto Repair, Foreign Speedo Inc., Midas, and DMC Motors in Garden Grove. Granted, these places may not even exist today (although DMC Motors still does great work) maybe some of them are still around. Good luck and happy trails, Joe
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Date: Sat, 26 Sep 1998 01:46:44 EDT From: JSteuben@aol.com Subject: Re: DML: HATCHBACK LOUVRE WANTED
Hi John,
Call Pegasus Auto Racing supplies (1-800-688-6946) and ask them about the Polyfix Kit. It chemically welds almost all plastics. If it's going on a race car, it better work, did a hell-of-a-job on my louvre. Why buy a new one? Good luck, Joe
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Date: Sat, 26 Sep 1998 04:28:23 EDT From: OLopez1@aol.com Subject: Re: DML: Original NCT Tires
In a message dated 9/25/98 5:13:33 AM Eastern Daylight Time, eurojet@sdcoe.k12.ca.us writes:
<< There's a good chance that I will be purchasing and driving home an 81 with 14K miles on it. It has the original tires and I will be driving about 400 miles home. Do you think that tires this old are still roadworthy or is it worth $400 to have the car trucked home? Mechanically it shouldn't be a problem as the current owner has replaced about all of the crucial components. How easy is it to fix a flat on one of these beasts? Looking forward to becoming part of the DeLorean >>
I bought my DeLorean about two months ago and had a similar decision to make. My car also had about 14K Miles on it and it was about 300 miles away. I could risk driving the car down with the NCTs or put a new set of tires on and then drive the car down. I drove it down without a problem execpt for times when it rained and I attribute that mostly to driving a car that I wasen't used to. Any of you who have driven over puddles at about 35MPH speeds know exactly what I mean. If the tires still have OK tread and everything else checkes out then I don't think you'll have any problems.
Orlando Lopez http://members.aol.com/shadowdmc/index.htm #6882
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Date: Sat, 26 Sep 1998 03:30:26 -0500 From: scottmueller@zebra.net (Scott Mueller) Subject: Re: DML: Original NCT Tires
Ian T. A. Foster wrote: > > Scott, > > Can you give me an idea how much the set of Yokohama tyres cost you? Are > these the same profile as the original NCTs? Are they now one of the > preferred replacement tyres for the DMC? > > I need to replace my set for my big drive from LA to Baltimore via > NewOrleans. Still hopeing that I'll be in Mobile on 31Oct98 ... will > confirm my timetable within 2 weeks. > > Cheers, IAN
Ian, The yokahama are available from the tire rack via mail order. With shipping, they cost about $500
They are the same size as the NCT's. By concensus of the mailing list members, they are great tires. I have not had a chance to have them installed yet. I will let you know when I get them on what I think of them.
Sure hope you make it to Mobile.
Scott Mueller
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Date: Sat, 26 Sep 1998 18:05:46 +0100 From: "Ian T. A. Foster" <ian@netvigator.com> Subject: Re: DML: NCDMC Gatherings
Ken,
Where are you fellas meeting exactly on 18Oct98?
I bought a DMC in LA at Easter and am coming back in October to drive her over to Baltimore to ship home to N.Ireland. I will probably drive up to SanFransisco that weekend (a tester for the DMC before 3500miles W to E!) to get some photos I need for a Government Study I'm doing here in Hong Kong. It would be good to meet up with some like minded people!
Cheers, IAN
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Date: Sun, 27 Sep 1998 03:18:36 -0400 (EDT) From: Bill Wilson <fluffy@snurgle.org> Subject: DML: DeLorean Sighting
Well, today I saw another DeLorean, a little closer than usual this time, in my driveway to be precise. :} Dick Ryan (raddad) managed to take some time out of an unexpectedly busy schedule to show me his D, and I have to say, upon careful consideration, "wow." He came in for a few minutes to chat, and afterward (once I figured out how to operate the doors) he took me for a ride, and I have to say that I'm very impressed. I was glowing brightly enough that raddad was in danger of being hospitalized with radiation burns. It's the most beautiful car I've ever seen, and after spending a couple months on a list devoted mostly to the problems of the D, I'd like to remind everyone that this is really a fantastic vehicle. Everyone go out to your garage and admire your D. If you haven't got one, go out to your garage and pretend to admire your D. If you haven't got a garage, pretend to go out to your garage and admire your D. Okay, back? Good. :}
In addition to looking great, the car rides very well, accelerates crisply, and (courtesy of the twin turbo mod) sounds good too, with a nice burbly exhaust whenever you slow down. It does put the "bucket" in bucket seats though - it's like a big stainless steel luge. That's okay though, it adds to the experience, and once you get everything organized, there is plenty of room inside.
The engine started, the dash didn't crack, the door locks didn't stick, the battery didn't die, the A/C worked, the windows worked, it didn't overheat, he found tires for it, he got insurance for it, there was plenty of room, there was plenty of visibility, there was plenty of power, two out of three passing drivers slowed down to gawk, and the angle drive even turned (although the speedo needle was broken, so you couldn't tell). In other words: YOU CAN DRIVE THIS CAR, AND IT WILL WORK FOR YOU. I'd like to say that this little trip did much to allay many fears about the car. Besides, even if it fell apart after only half an hour, it might be worth it anyway.
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Date: Sun, 27 Sep 1998 00:15:26 -0700 (PDT) From: illyana delorean <illyanadmc@yahoo.com> Subject: DML: air bags?
hi all. i am being forced by a friend of my brothers to ask this question to the list:
is there any way that airbags can be installed in a delorean?
yah, i didnt think so. anyway, this girl's parents wont buy her a D because they dont have airbags, but if they can get them installed, then she can get one for her frickin 16th birthday! i wish i was so lucky!
please tell me it cant be done so i dont have some stupid high schooler to be jealous of! thanks!
<-illyana->
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Date: Sun, 27 Sep 1998 13:05:58 EDT From: dmcnews@world.std.com Subject: DML: Gas Smell
I have a question about a gasoline smell in my car. When I fill up the tank, and drive home, I smell gas all around. It seems like a little bit of gas is leaking from the tank, but when I check under car, I don't see anything. After a little while of driving around, the smell goes away. I was just wondering if anybody knew what this was caused from, or if it is supposed to be like that. Anything that will help will be appreciated.
Thanks JimmyC Vin#15880
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Date: Sat, 26 Sep 1998 13:50:48 -0400 From: "DMC Joe" <dmcjoe@att.net> Subject: DML: Re: Idle Problems
Dave, Forget the pressure regulator better known as the warm up regulator these units rarely fail. First item to check is the frequency valve located on the right side valve cover. This unit should be buzzing when the engine is running if it isn't your fuel mixture is to lean, this will result in poor acceleration and possible stalling. Joe/DeLorean Services
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Date: Sat, 26 Sep 1998 16:44:26 -0500 From: Mauri Trevino <maurit@ibm.net> Subject: DML: Delorean Movie?
Can anyone confirm that shooting for the tentatively titled "Stainless Steel Illusion" begins in early '99? Any casting rumors? What is JZD's role, if any?
My two cents: JZD's greek tragedy story (corporate climber, models, drugs, conspiracy, etc.) certainly makes for a interesting movie next to the only other niche car movie I recall, "Tucker."
Any speculation on how the movie would effect prices?
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Date: Sun, 27 Sep 1998 16:09:15 -0500 From: bttfdmc@connect.ab.ca Subject: Re: DML: Delorean Movie?
The movie is in development hell right now with a small production company out of L.A., Blue Rider Pictures. They just bought the rights to the DeLorean Autobiography.
Another company, by the name of... Stainless Steel Productions/Gullwing Entertainment, Inc. has been working on a script for the past five years, conducting interviews with everyone who knew John or worked with DMC.
I don't think the title will be called Stainless Steel Illusion, either. Both companies are calling it DeLorean. And shooting will not begin until '99. Who knows when!?!
One thing is for sure, the five year script one looks very promising. It will be atleast 3 hours long and very dramatic. Expect to see things that most would have forgotten about or felt that it wasn't necessary to the story, but really was.
No word on casting either.
As far as the value of the car, again, who knows? When Back to the Future came out, it didn't increase the value as some people expected it would. Hard to say.
At 04:44 PM 9/26/98 -0500, you wrote: >Can anyone confirm that shooting for the tentatively titled "Stainless >Steel Illusion" begins in early '99? Any casting rumors? What is JZD's >role, if any? > >My two cents: JZD's greek tragedy story (corporate climber, models, >drugs, conspiracy, etc.) certainly makes for a interesting movie next to >the only other niche car movie I recall, "Tucker." > >Any speculation on how the movie would effect prices?
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Date: Sun, 27 Sep 1998 15:18:24 +0000 From: ausmith@pdx.oneworld.com Subject: DML: Trip
Hi all,
Well, I'm back after an uneventful 2,000mi round trip to Carmel. Not a bit of trouble for the fourth or fifth time I've done it in this one. Love the twin turbos all the time but especially in the mountains. When going from sea level to 4,500' normally aspirated engines lose power but not this one. Speedometer still working and the normal height springs, slightly shorter fronts, make it much more comfortable. I would strongly suggest that you not lower a DeLorean and ground squirrels will be grateful also.
Collected the usual number of fingerprints whenever it was parked. Has anyone tried one of the two part clear-coats on their car? I may on a door sill to test it for adhesion. If it works it might be great.
Chris
Lee, sorry I didn't get by to see you but I couldn't bring myself to drive into Berkely. In a past life I drove a Coke truck there but these days I don't want to face the traffic.
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Date: Sun, 27 Sep 1998 15:10:50 -0700 From: "lseiler@radiance.com" <lseiler@radiance.com> Subject: Re: DML: air bags?
At 12:15 AM 9/27/98 -0700, you wrote: >hi all. i am being forced by a friend of my brothers to ask this >question to the list: > >is there any way that airbags can be installed in a delorean? > >yah, i didnt think so. anyway, this girl's parents wont buy her a D >because they dont have airbags, but if they can get them installed, >then she can get one for her frickin 16th birthday! i wish i was so >lucky! > >please tell me it cant be done so i dont have some stupid high >schooler to be jealous of! thanks! > ><-illyana-> > reply:
The question is not can airbags be installed, the question is are you (is any one) willing to pay the price to do the job. Like any modification on any car installing an airbag system is a matter of what it takes and what is worth.
I decided I was not happy with the seat belt arrangement and removed the originals in favor of a "5 point padded harness system" just like the sort you see in race cars and aerobatic aircraft. No special tools are required, about two hours of time to install. They are fully certified for street use and feature a fool proof quick release. They are rated for over 4 thousands psi in tension, in other words you could lift the whole DMC by the seat belt!
The 5 point harness system is snug and comfortable. It can be used as a standard two or three point system with out any modification.
Any one who would like photos or availability (prices) contact me by direct e-mail (Lets all try to support James and save his valued space) at lseiler@radiance.com or lee@totalimmersion.com.
My 2cents worth
Lee
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Date: Sun, 27 Sep 1998 15:23:13 -0700 From: "lseiler@radiance.com" <lseiler@radiance.com> Subject: Re: DML: Gas Smell
At 01:05 PM 9/27/98 EDT, you wrote: >I have a question about a gasoline smell in my car. When I fill up the >tank, >and drive home, I smell gas all around. It seems like a little bit of >gas is >leaking from the tank, but when I check under car, I don't see anything. >After a little while of driving around, the smell goes away. I was just >wondering if anybody knew what this was caused from, or if it is supposed >to >be like that. Anything that will help will be appreciated. > >Thanks >JimmyC >Vin#15880 > reply:
Hi JimmyC,
I had this problem when I first got my DMC. I found that there were two main problems involved. The first was loose hose clamps at the top of the fill hose and over flow tube. To correct this I removed the hoses and cleaned them and the nipples they are attached to, then reinstalled with new stainless hose clamps. The second problem is over filling the tank and spilling some fuel in the square depression around the fill nozzle. I do my best to not spill even a single drop, and even if I don't see any spillage I clean and dry the area around the fill nozzle. Doing this seams to cure the gas smell for the most part.
Lee
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Date: Sun, 27 Sep 1998 18:02:48 -0500 From: Daniel McGauley <hawkeye@creativeworlds.com> Subject: Re: DML: Delorean Movie?
Sorry I haven't been too verbal about the details of the movie. I just don't want to fill up dmcnews with info until it's more accurate. I'll post more details as they become known (probably in Nov.), but here are the initial details for those interested.
1) Tentative Shooting Schedule: October - December 1999.
2) Stainless Steel Illusion is a tentative title.
3) Casting is in negotiations right now with two famous? individuals and as soon as I get a signature from either of them I'll post more info. One of the main actors for JZD's part might have a scheduling conflict with next fall, so if he signs, the movie will be shot around him (quite worth the postponement).
4) Budget is under a million, but not by much.
5) I've talked with JZD about signing on as an advisor, but we haven't gotten anything finalized. He recently optioned his book to blue rider productions who are also producing a film on DeLorean (http://www.blueriderpictures.com/development.htm), so he may have a contractual obligation with them. I've also requested a cameo from the man, but we'll see..
6) Shooting locations are Northern Illinois, CA, NY, and Ireland, some arranged, some tentative.
7) The script will be posted online shortly for those interested in it, both in MS Word format and MovieMagic Screenwriter format.
7) I'll post further information on http://www.creativeworlds.com, so I don't waste any of James's bandwidth (probably under "/delorean", but I'm not sure yet).
For those wanting further information, you can email me directly at daniel@mcgauley.com. This is a REAL movie with a crew already signed and part of the money secured, so it will be made, but please be patient with more information as most of the crew (including myself) work full-time on other things. I'll get more information including press kits and CD-ROM ready for the St. Louis EXPO for those wanting to take a look at what's happening.
Thanks for the inquiry.
- -Daniel
P.S. Not sure how the money would affect the price of the DeLorean. I bought mine last year specifically for encouraging investment and actors and so far it's really been doing a great job.
At 04:44 PM 9/26/98 -0500, you wrote: >Can anyone confirm that shooting for the tentatively titled "Stainless >Steel Illusion" begins in early '99? Any casting rumors? What is JZD's >role, if any? > >My two cents: JZD's greek tragedy story (corporate climber, models, >drugs, conspiracy, etc.) certainly makes for a interesting movie next to >the only other niche car movie I recall, "Tucker." > >Any speculation on how the movie would effect prices?
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Date: Sun, 27 Sep 1998 16:23:57 PDT From: "De Miller" <demillerkansas@hotmail.com> Subject: DML: radio installation
Hello Everyone: Started on the radio installation today. Settled on a Sony. The radio works fine, but I can't seem to get the speaker wires right. I believe I have the power, ground, antenna etc., right, cause they all work fine. (Is the radio supposed to be able to come on even without the key in the ignition?) The clock and preset memory appear to be working fine cause I've turned the radio off & on and everything has held and I've turned the car off & on and they still hold and the antenna goes up & down with the power switch on the radio. My car had a fender antenna and I purchased and installed a power antenna (thanks Bob Miller!) and that's going fine. But the speakers! I can only get the rider's side front & rear to work, but I can't get them to work independently (fade)....and it works on almost all of the wires. Here's what I've got left: White, Grey, Green, Orange, Purple and Brown. Anybody got the color coded wiring info? Any help will be greatly appreciated. (Joe at DMC, any ideas?) Thanks again. De Miller, Kansas City. P.S. I got the old Craig...don't know if it works, anybody interested? Offers?
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Date: Sun, 27 Sep 1998 19:28:03 -0500 From: Steve Brodsky <impact.auto@airmail.net> Subject: Re: DML: Gas Smell
dmcnews@world.std.com wrote: > > I have a question about a gasoline smell in my car. When I fill up the > tank, > and drive home, I smell gas all around. It seems like a little bit of > gas is > leaking from the tank, but when I check under car, I don't see anything. > After a little while of driving around, the smell goes away. I was just > wondering if anybody knew what this was caused from, or if it is supposed > to > be like that. Anything that will help will be appreciated. > > Thanks > JimmyC > Vin#15880 it is never normal to smell gas. If it happens only when you top off, it is leaking from one of two places. Check the boot from around the fuel pump and make sure that it is on straight and that the clamp is secure. Also check the filler hose where it connects to the top of the tank making sure that it is properly installed.
Steve Brodsky #10688
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Date: Sun, 27 Sep 1998 21:08:58 -0500 From: Daniel McGauley <hawkeye@creativeworlds.com> Subject: Re: DML: Delorean Movie?
As far as I know Stainless Steel Productions/Gullwing Entertainment, Inc. is a Canadian company shooting a movie called "Daybreak." More info can be found at http://uk.imdb.com/Title?Daybreak+(1998/I). They just finished production as far as I know, and the story isn't about the DeLorean. If you have any further information on the 5 year script company, please let me know because as far as JZD knows, Blue Rider Pictures and mine are the only two scripts available, so I'd be very interested to learn about the third company.
- -Daniel
At 04:09 PM 9/27/98 -0500, you wrote: >The movie is in development hell right now with a small production >company out of L.A., Blue Rider Pictures. They just bought the rights >to the DeLorean Autobiography. > >Another company, by the name of... Stainless Steel Productions/Gullwing >Entertainment, Inc. has been working on a script for the past five years, >conducting interviews with everyone who knew John or worked with DMC. > >I don't think the title will be called Stainless Steel Illusion, >either. Both companies are calling it DeLorean. And shooting will >not begin until '99. Who knows when!?! > >One thing is for sure, the five year script one looks very promising. >It will be atleast 3 hours long and very dramatic. Expect to see >things that most would have forgotten about or felt that it wasn't >necessary to the story, but really was. > >No word on casting either. > >As far as the value of the car, again, who knows? When Back to the >Future came out, it didn't increase the value as some people expected >it would. Hard to say.
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Date: Sun, 27 Sep 1998 23:07:38 -0700 From: "Marvin S. Sterling" <marv930@ix.netcom.com> Subject: Re: DML: Gas Smell
If you read the owner's manual - the owner is advised NOT TO TOP OFF THE TANK. Topping off will resut in a gasoline smell.
Marv Sterling - former owner vin 16000
Steve Brodsky wrote:
> dmcnews@world.std.com wrote: > > > > I have a question about a gasoline smell in my car. When I fill up the > > tank, > > and drive home, I smell gas all around. It seems like a little bit of > > gas is > > leaking from the tank, but when I check under car, I don't see anything. > > After a little while of driving around, the smell goes away. I was just > > wondering if anybody knew what this was caused from, or if it is supposed > > to > > be like that. Anything that will help will be appreciated. > > > > Thanks > > JimmyC > > Vin#15880 > it is never normal to smell gas. If it happens only when you top off, it > is leaking from one of two places. Check the boot from around the fuel > pump and make sure that it is on straight and that the clamp is secure. > Also check the filler hose where it connects to the top of the tank > making sure that it is properly installed. > > Steve Brodsky #10688
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Date: Sun, 27 Sep 1998 22:28:43 +0000 From: kenm@csus.edu Subject: Re: DML: radio installation
De Miller wrote: > Started on the radio installation today. Settled on a Sony. The radio > works fine, but I can't seem to get the speaker wires right. I believe I > have the power, ground, antenna etc., right, cause they all work fine. > (Is the radio supposed to be able to come on even without the key in the > ignition?) The clock and preset memory appear to be working fine cause > I've turned the radio off & on and everything has held and I've turned > the car off & on and they still hold and the antenna goes up & down with > the power switch on the radio. My car had a fender antenna and I > purchased and installed a power antenna (thanks Bob Miller!) and that's > going fine. > But the speakers! I can only get the rider's side front & rear to > work, but I can't get them to work independently (fade)....and it works > on almost all of the wires. Here's what I've got left: White, Grey, > Green, Orange, Purple and Brown. Anybody got the color coded wiring > info? Any help will be greatly appreciated. (Joe at DMC, any ideas?) > Thanks again. De Miller, Kansas City. P.S. I got the old Craig...don't > know if it works, anybody interested? Offers?
All late model Sony radios use the same wire harness. Here's the color code:
Blue wire >> Antenna
Red wire >> +12V switched (IGN)
Yellow >> +12V Energised at all times
Black >> Ground
Blue/white striped>> Supply wire to an external amp.
**Speaker wires (the wire with the stripe is the (-) wire:
White set >> Left Front
Gray set >> Right Front
Green set >> Left Rear
Purple set >> Right Rear
With the Sony, the antenna will only be up when the radio is on. If the cassette or the CD is playing, the antenna will be retracted.
It sound like you hooked the Red wire up to a constant 12 volt source when it should be hooked to the IGN. line. On the speakers, I think you have the wires crossed. Gook luck!
- -------------------------------------------------- Ken Montgomery My DeLorean VIN #10911 'OUTTIME' Sacramento, CA kenm@csus.edu Operating Systems Analyst W(916) 278-7646 H(916) 944-3252 Please visit my website at: http://www.jps.net/arkham/delorean01.htm - --------------------------------------------------
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