dmcnews-digest Monday, March 16 1998 Volume 03 : Number 340
In this issue:
Re: DML: RE: Finally got time to work on my DMC
Re: Panel lights on with headlights only (was: DML: A/C Facia
DML: Cooling System By-Pass
DML: Resetting Lambda device
Re: DML: Service Center
Re: DML: Engine kills
DML: Re: Resetting Lambda Device
DML: A/C Mode Control Switch
DML: Tires
DML: looking for a DMC
Re: DML: A/C Facia decal
DML: Re: Engine kills
Re: DML: Resetting Lambda device
Re: DML: A/C Mode Control Switch
DML: Automatic
DML: Repair shops
Re: DML: Automatic
DML: RE: Cooling System By-Pass
DML: Engine Problem solved
DML: Servicing in Atlanta
Re: DML: Automatic
Re: DML: looking for a DMC
DML: whoops! & reverse?
Re: DML: Automatic
DML: Cincinnati Car Show
RE: DML: Overheating problem
DML: Re: Automatic
Re: DML: looking for a DMC
Re: DML: Automatic
DML: Help, i want a Delorean!
Re: DML: looking for a DMC
Re: DML: GOOD GOD! Center Console prices!
DML: Re: whoops! & reverse?
DML: Boston area service
DML: Re: Driving Daily and Insurance
DML: Finding a Repair Shop
Re: DML: Automatic
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Date: Wed, 11 Mar 98 08:58:56 PST
From: "Brandon S. Moody" <bsmoody@xxxxxxx>
Subject: Re: DML: RE: Finally got time to work on my DMC
> Steven,
>
> The symptoms you're having sound like a faulty automatic computer =
> governor. I have an automatic as well and have had the same problems =
> before. When I replaced my computer governor, it worked just fine. =
> However, this is a somewhat expensive part. You may want to check with =
> a trans shop first. Also, check the running of the wires to your =
> computer governor and see if it has touched any part of the exhaust =
> system. If so, then you definitely have a bad governor. If you do =
> need another governor, make sure to watch out for the exhaust system.
On the same note. Those governor things only have a life of about
30K miles. So, if you are much over that, then it probably is bad or
is getting ready to die.
- -Brandon
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Date: Wed, 11 Mar 1998 09:20:32 -0500 (EST)
From: dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
Subject: Re: Panel lights on with headlights only (was: DML: A/C Facia
decal)
Date: Wed, 11 Mar 98 07:06:01 -0700
From: James Espey <espey@xxxxxxxxxxx>
To: "DMCNews" <dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Sender: dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
Precedence: list
Reply-To: dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
On 3/11/98 12:53 AM, lseiler@xxxxxxxxxxxx shared these fine thoughts...
>reply:
>
>I missed the hot light fix? could you point me to it?
>
>Thanks
>From DMC-News #192 (http://www.dmcnews.com/backissues/dml192.html)
From: ausmith@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Date: Wed, 30 Oct 1996 07:01:03 +0000
Subject: Heater control panel lights
If you want your control panel lights off unless your headlights are on
do this.
Put a 1/4" male spade connector on each end of a 2 1/2" jumper wire.
Looking at
the relays behind the passenger seat, in with the fuses, pull the third
one from
the left in the row closest to the rear of the car. You should have a red
one,
three silver ones and a tall green one. Pull the middle silver one. Put
one end
of the wire you made in the lower slot ( closest to the other row of
relays ) and
the other end in the slot to the right. After this modification your
heater control
panel lights will come on with your headlights.
Chris
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Date: Wed, 11 Mar 1998 10:19:42 -0500 (EST)
From: Don Gowler-CFPO01 <Don_Gowler-CFPO01@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: DML: Cooling System By-Pass
Could we get Gary Hull to post the details on this on the DML for Arnie?
Gary - please.
Regards, The Silver Fox
>Ronald, contact Arnie Brandon, president of the Pacific Northwest DeLorean
>Club, (425) 746-6132, about his by-pass system that will forever make your
>cooling system immune to getting air in the lines which makes your car run
>hot or overheat. I was having that problem here in Hawaii but no more
>since
>I invested 15 minutes to install it. Good luck and Aloha!
>Thom Smithson
>VIN #3089
>PNDC, DOA, DMC
>
>----------
>> From: Ronald Pohala <rpohala@xxxxxxxxxxx>
>> To: dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
>> Subject: DML: Overheating problem
>> Date: Monday, March 09, 1998 11:32 AM
>>
>> I am replacing the engine, water pump and other parts not related, but
>> overheating killed the last engine. Any advice on keeping the new engine
>> from having a short life.
>>
>> Any comments that could add to improvements that handles overheating
>> problems will surely be appreciated.
>>
>> Thanks.
>>
>> Ron
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Date: Wed, 11 Mar 1998 10:16:27 EST
From: "Dave.Sontos@CAGTAO" <uscagdas@xxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: DML: Resetting Lambda device
My Lambda counter is at 030 which I assume is in Thousands of miles, is
this a correct assumption? Also, in order to reset the counter I
understand a wire must be inserted into a hole. I have a white plastic
button on the mounting bracket side (right)of the counter, is this the
hole? Must I remove the counter to reset it to get at the white plastic
button.
Totally Lost.
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Date: Wed, 11 Mar 1998 11:12:56 EST
From: KKoncelik <KKoncelik@xxxxxxx>
Subject: Re: DML: Service Center
While my car itself has not been serviced by Dave a number of my friends
cars
have and they have had no problems. You'll find him very cordial and he
will
explain what is wrong and what is need to fix it. As you found out he is
quite competitive in repairs. Your Delorean will be in good hands.
Ken
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Date: Wed, 11 Mar 1998 11:49:27 -0800
From: cliff wallace <wlsms@xxxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: Re: DML: Engine kills
Sean Mullally wrote:
>
> Ok, here's my problem. When I start my D after it has been sitting for at
> least a
> day, it will start, but will stall immediatly. On the second or third
> try, if I give
> it alot of gas for a few seconds after starting it will be ok. It will
> idle fine
> after that and restart perfectly after being shut off. Has anyone had
> simpilar
> symptoms, or know what the problem might be?
>
> -Sean Mullally
> vin #3868
Sounds like your warm-up regulator is going out. I had a similar
problem with mine. I'd start it in the morning, then it would die
immediately. Let it idle for a few minutes, then shut off the engine
and restart it: started right up. I didn't realize the warm-up regulator
was the problem until the day I was driving to my mechanic's shop to get
that starting problem diagnosed, and the engine just shut off while
going down the highway. Luckily, I broke down near an industrial area
where I had easy access to a phone.
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Date: Wed, 11 Mar 1998 15:14:38 -0500
From: Mike Substelny <SUBSTEM@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: DML: Re: Resetting Lambda Device
"Totally Lost" Dave said:
> "My Lambda counter is at 030 which I assume is in Thousands of
> miles, is this a correct assumption?"
I believe the lambda counter reads in per cent of 30,000 miles. So, if
yours reads 030 that means you are at 30% of 30,000 or about 10,000
miles.
If I am wrong someone please correct me.
- - Mike Substelny
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Date: Wed, 11 Mar 1998 17:06:50 EST
From: CDI USAMPS <CDIUSAMPS@xxxxxxx>
Subject: DML: A/C Mode Control Switch
Anyone know how to service a mode control switch? Leaks vac, but when I
took
it apart it is in great shape. Does the rubber need to be lubed?.
Thanks.
BILL
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Date: Wed, 11 Mar 1998 17:05:50 -0500
From: James Senft <jpsenft@xxxxxxxxx>
Subject: DML: Tires
I'm replacing the original NCT's with less than 5K miles wear on them.
They just don't ride well after 17 years! Is there any interest in the
old set? Tires still look new, with lots of tread left.
If so, email me...
Thanks! Jim in Maryland jpsenft@xxxxxxxxx
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Date: Wed, 11 Mar 1998 17:22:54 -0500
From: DMC12 <DMC12@xxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: DML: looking for a DMC
Now that I have been without a DeLorean for a few months, I'm going
nuts. So now that the nice weather is just round the corner I am in the
market for a DeLorean. Prefer a driver that needs work but will consider
anything, as long as it's in the northeast, I live in NJ. E-mail me if
you have one or knw of one for sale in the area. Thanx
Doug Venner
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Date: Wed, 11 Mar 1998 17:38:00 -0600
From: "BRUCE BENSON" <delornut@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: Re: DML: A/C Facia decal
- ----------
> From: lseiler@xxxxxxxxxxxx
> To: dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
> Subject: Re: DML: A/C Facia decal
> Date: Wednesday, March 11, 1998 1:53 AM
>
> At 08:20 AM 3/10/98 -0800, you wrote:
>
> >I just ordered a replacement A/C decal, and besides the trick to keep
the
> >illumination off unless the lights are on, is there anything that can be
> >done to prevent the illumination bulbs from burning the decal? I don't
> >want to have to replace the thing every year.. Are there different
bulbs
> >that run cooler, or another modification that can be done? (fiber
optics?)
> > Ideas anyone?
> >
> >This has to be a common problem.. Especially with the "LOCK DOORS"
light..
> >how many people always remember to lock their doors before they drive
> >off....?
> >
> >Dave
> >
>
> reply:
>
> I missed the hot light fix? could you point me to it?
>
> Thanks
>
> Lee
> VIN#5729
> Lic:81DMC12
Looking at the relays behind the passenger seat remove the third relay
from
your left in the row closest to the rear of the car . Get a 10 ohm
resistor
from Radio Shack and install a 1/4" male connector to both ends of the
wire
that is built into the resistor. (You may have to extend the wires a bit
first.) Cover any bare wires with electrical tape and plug the two spade
connectors into the right side slot and the front slot. The climate
control
lighting will now go on and off with the headlights and the resistor will
reduce the intensity to the level of the instrument lighting.
Bruce Benson
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Date: Wed, 11 Mar 1998 17:20:05 -0600
From: "BRUCE BENSON" <delornut@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: DML: Re: Engine kills
- ----------
> From: Sean Mullally <mullally@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
> To: dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
> Subject: DML: Engine kills
> Date: Tuesday, March 10, 1998 8:31 PM
>
> Ok, here's my problem. When I start my D after it has been sitting for at
> least a
> day, it will start, but will stall immediatly. On the second or third
> try, if I give
> it alot of gas for a few seconds after starting it will be ok. It will
> idle fine
> after that and restart perfectly after being shut off. Has anyone had
> simpilar
> symptoms, or know what the problem might be?
>
> -Sean Mullally
> vin #3868
Sean,
Sounds like a bad thermo-time switch, which is located on the drivers side
of the water pump. Next time you attempt to start engine cold, unplug the
thermo-time switch and jump the connections in the plug. If the car starts
ok, that's the problem. It's a standard Bosch part and any foreign car
parts store can get you one. Ask for one for a 1982 SAAB 900 Turbo. It's
the same. Oh, and after the car starts take the jumper off so you don't
flood the engine.
Bruce Benson
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Date: Wed, 11 Mar 98 19:06:17 PST
From: "Brandon S. Moody" <bsmoody@xxxxxxx>
Subject: Re: DML: Resetting Lambda device
> My Lambda counter is at 030 which I assume is in Thousands of miles, is
> this a correct assumption? Also, in order to reset the counter I
> understand a wire must be inserted into a hole. I have a white plastic
> button on the mounting bracket side (right)of the counter, is this the
> hole? Must I remove the counter to reset it to get at the white plastic
> button.
>
NO, don't touch it until your LAMBDA lamp comes on. OR,
when it reads 100. You can reset it if you want, but the
thing does nothing more than turn that light on.
- -Brandon
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Date: Wed, 11 Mar 1998 19:26:05 -0600
From: scottmueller@xxxxxxxxx (Scott Mueller)
Subject: Re: DML: A/C Mode Control Switch
CDI USAMPS wrote:
>
> Anyone know how to service a mode control switch? Leaks vac, but when I
> took
> it apart it is in great shape. Does the rubber need to be lubed?.
> Thanks.
> BILL
Bill, Use some vasoline to lube the mode switch.
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Date: Wed, 11 Mar 1998 21:13:31 -0500
From: Yugoman@xxxxxxxxx (Ralph Isenberg)
Subject: DML: Automatic
I'm worried now. Hoping to get #2423 on the road this spring, and a
recent post mentioned the trans computer only being good for 30k. Do I
have to worry about this? Would it be better to get a 5-speed? What
experience has other automatic owners had?
Ralph Isenberg (Yugoman@xxxxxxxxx)
1977 Pacer
1975 Vega (for sale-trophy winner!)
1990 Yugo Convertible (rare- also for sale)
2 Corvairs ready to restore, Comet, VW, 1988 Yugo GVX, too many
carburetors to feed, somebody adopt one!
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Date: Wed, 11 Mar 1998 21:30:25 -0500
From: cadillacsrme@xxxxxxxx (christopher a posey)
Subject: DML: Repair shops
I live in East Tennessee. I was wandering where a good place to take a
DeLorean in for repair would be. Wher is the closest certified dmc
repair shop?
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Date: Wed, 11 Mar 98 21:43:15 PST
From: "Brandon S. Moody" <bsmoody@xxxxxxx>
Subject: Re: DML: Automatic
> I'm worried now. Hoping to get #2423 on the road this spring, and a
> recent post mentioned the trans computer only being good for 30k. Do I
> have to worry about this? Would it be better to get a 5-speed? What
> experience has other automatic owners had?
>
Its nothing to really worry about. ITs just somewhat of a maintainence
item. Some folks with lots of care and cleaning have got the things to
last up to 40K or more, but its rare. Its an easy to find part ,
available
at auto parts stores or chrysler dealers. The biggest mistake is to
ignore the fact that it needs replace and continue to drive the car
if its not shifting correctly. This can cause extensive and expensive
damage to the internal parts of the transmission.
- -Brandon
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Date: Wed, 11 Mar 1998 16:04:15 -0800
From: Gary Hull <ghull@xxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: DML: RE: Cooling System By-Pass
Ronald Pohala Said:
>Any comments that could add to improvements that handles overheating
>> problems will surely be appreciated.
Thom Smithson Said:
>Contact Arnie Brandon, president of the Pacific Northwest DeLorean
>Club, about his by-pass system that will forever make your
>cooling system immune to getting air in the lines which makes your car run
>hot or overheat. I was having that problem here in Hawaii but no more
Don Gowler (The Silver Fox) Said
>Could we get Gary Hull to post the details on this on the DML for Arnie?
Arnie Brandon's Reply:
DeLorean Overheating Problem/Solution
For some years, the Pacific Northwest DeLorean Club has used the below
described solution to the overheating problem. This system was designed
by
Toby Peterson and Arnie Brandon, of PNDC.
The problem occurs when air is allowed to enter your cooling system (when
the system is worked on or the overflow bottle is allowed to get empty)
and
the result is an air lock of the cooling circulation system. This is why
all production DeLoreans came with an air bleeder valve located just
above
the water pump.
[The last couple of postings explained how to bleed the air.]
To overcome this problem permanently, merely remove the air bleeder valve
and insert a single hose barb. To this hose barb, attach 44 inches of
very
good hose. Use a hose hanger to fasten the hose to the rear of the engine
compartment, so that it will not interfere with any of the belts. Run the
hose behind the overflow bottle and toward the front of the bottle. Cut
the
small return hose to the bottle and insert a brass T-fitting (a couple
inches from the bottle). Connect the 44 inch hose to the T-fitting. Use
small hose clamps on all (4) connections.
This essentially eliminates the air-entrapment overheating problems
incurred in DeLoreans. The higher pressure at the top of the engine
provides a small flow of fluid (and any trapped air) towards the bottle.
Air bubble go up into the overflow and are replaced by fluid from the
bottle. All you have to do is keep fluid in the bottle.
For $17.00 plus $4.00 for US destination shipping and handling, you can
get
this complete kit (barb, hose, T-fitting, clamps, hanger and
hanger-screw)
with full installations instructions to cover this 15 minute install.
Mail
your check to:
Arnie Brandon President
Pacific Northwest DeLorean Club
12839 SE 45th PL
Bellevue, WA. 98006-2031.
Submitted by;
Gary Hull
XyNexT Business Strategies
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Date: Wed, 11 Mar 1998 22:04:02 EST
From: NJP548 <NJP548@xxxxxxx>
Subject: DML: Engine Problem solved
Hey List,
Remember me?? I was the one who was having a problem with the engine
revving. Two days ago I decided to see if the fuel injector nozzles were
clogged or not and they were. So my brother ordered them and They came in
yesterday. I put them in and my car was revving perfectly. I couldn't
believe it, a simple problem that had me stumped for almost 3 months. But
later yesterday night, I turned the key and my dad saw a spark coming from
where the started was, so now I have to take the starter out so my
brother can
have it rebuilt. Also when the car was running the battery light was on,
does
this mean I have to have my alternator rebuilt also?? Thanks.
Later,
Nick
VIN#1852
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Date: Wed, 11 Mar 1998 22:06:04 -0600
From: "Paul Hamer" <phamer@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: DML: Servicing in Atlanta
Who do the list member recommend for DMC servicing in the Atlanta area. =
Please include an address and/or phone if possible.
Paul Hamer
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Date: Wed, 11 Mar 1998 21:00:07 -0700 (MST)
From: raddad@xxxxxxx
Subject: Re: DML: Automatic
I had an automatic that I put nearly 100,000 miles on. During that time I
replaced the computer twice. For what it is worth, I did put on a
transmission oil cooler.
Dick Ryan
The Rad Dad
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Date: Wed, 11 Mar 1998 23:15:43 EST
From: JSteuben <JSteuben@xxxxxxx>
Subject: Re: DML: looking for a DMC
Hi Doug,
I have one in Los Angeles. It's a good excuse to take a trip. If you are
interested, send me a fax number and I'll fax you a fact sheet .
Regards, Joe
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Date: Wed, 11 Mar 1998 21:37:36 +0000
From: goat 999 <goat999@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: DML: whoops! & reverse?
oops! i just noticed that i called the countach a ferrari! told you i
didnt care much about non-deloreans!
also, i dont remember who wrote the message, but someone was talking
about showing a girl how to find reverse on a dmc 5-speed. is reverse in
a differefnt position than on a "normal" 5-speed? or was this girl just
not familiar with driving a 5-speed? i was just thrown off by that
sentence! thanks!
See you in the future!
<-illyana->
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Date: Thu, 12 Mar 1998 08:21:29 -0500
From: jsinger@xxxxxxxxxxx (Jack Singer)
Subject: Re: DML: Automatic
Ralph Isenberg wrote:
>
> I'm worried now. Hoping to get #2423 on the road this spring, and a
> recent post mentioned the trans computer only being good for 30k. Do I
> have to worry about this? Would it be better to get a 5-speed? What
> experience has other automatic owners had?
>
> Ralph Isenberg (Yugoman@xxxxxxxxx)
I have had twelve deloreans to date and I love both the auto and the 5
speed. Not once have any of the automatics given me trouble, one of
which I put 85k miles on.
jsinger@xxxxxxxxxxxx
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Date: Thu, 12 Mar 1998 07:15:39 EST
From: KKoncelik <KKoncelik@xxxxxxx>
Subject: DML: Cincinnati Car Show
I've had a few people e-mail me as to who is coming to the event and where
they are from. Rather than give a detailed breakdown I will update the
DMCNEWS list as they come in when groups send in their registrations.
The latest group was from Iowa. I had received a call from one of the
owners
out there and within a few days three DeLorean owners registered with the
show
Thanks and Iook forward to seing you
Ken
For the latest information about the DeLorean Show
this summer in Cincinnati, send email to "show98@xxxxxxxxxxx"
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Date: Thu, 12 Mar 1998 01:50:50 -0800
From: "tomcio" <tomcio@xxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: RE: DML: Overheating problem
Hi,
what do you want to do with your old engine? Would you like to get rid of
it. Please e-mail me. I need an engine for my D, and I can probably save
yours. Thanks.
Tom
vin 6298
"Ronald Pohala" <rpohala@xxxxxxxxxxx> wrote on Tuesday March 10, 1998 at
5:51am:
>I am replacing the engine, water pump and other parts not related, but
>overheating killed the last engine. Any advice on keeping the new engine
>from having a short life.
>
>Any comments that could add to improvements that handles overheating
>problems will surely be appreciated.
>
>Thanks.
>
>Ron
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Date: Wed, 11 Mar 1998 22:44:34 -0600
From: "BRUCE BENSON" <delornut@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: DML: Re: Automatic
- ----------
> From: Ralph Isenberg <Yugoman@xxxxxxxxx>
> To: dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
> Subject: DML: Automatic
> Date: Wednesday, March 11, 1998 8:13 PM
>
> I'm worried now. Hoping to get #2423 on the road this spring, and a
> recent post mentioned the trans computer only being good for 30k. Do I
> have to worry about this? Would it be better to get a 5-speed? What
> experience has other automatic owners had?
>
> Ralph Isenberg (Yugoman@xxxxxxxxx)
Ralph,
I belive the bigest problem with the automatic's durability is heat. The
cooling system for the tranny fluid is the poorest I've seen. That coupled
with the exhaust crossover pipe running practically on top of the tranny
make for pretty high temps. If I had an automatic I'd most surely add a
transmission cooler.
Bruce Benson
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Date: Thu, 12 Mar 1998 02:46:14 -0800
From: "Marvin S. Sterling" <marv930@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: Re: DML: looking for a DMC
DMC12 wrote:
>
> Now that I have been without a DeLorean for a few months, I'm going
> nuts. So now that the nice weather is just round the corner I am in the
> market for a DeLorean. Prefer a driver that needs work but will consider
> anything, as long as it's in the northeast, I live in NJ. E-mail me if
> you have one or knw of one for sale in the area. Thanx
> Doug Venner
- ------------------------------------------------------
Doug,
My '83 vin#16000 is for sale - Rob Grady has serviced it for the most
part except for things that my local mechanic has handled ( Rob walked
him through the clutch installation). It has 31K on it - has a set of
NCTs that I got from Goodyear just before they stopped making them.
Everything else works well. Asking $19,500 for it. Garaged in
Whitestone, New York ( near the Whitsetone Bridge and Laguardia airport
). I am the original owner and have all of the manuals and service
records. If interested let me know.
Best regards,
Marv Sterling
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Date: Wed, 11 Mar 1998 21:25:53 +0000
From: ausmith@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Subject: Re: DML: Automatic
Hi all,
> > I'm worried now. Hoping to get #2423 on the road this spring, and a
> > recent post mentioned the trans computer only being good for 30k. Do I
> > have to worry about this? Would it be better to get a 5-speed? What
> > experience has other automatic owners had?
> >
>
> Its nothing to really worry about. ITs just somewhat of a maintainence
> item. Some folks with lots of care and cleaning have got the things to
> last up to 40K or more, but its rare. Its an easy to find part ,
> available
> at auto parts stores or chrysler dealers. The biggest mistake is to
> ignore the fact that it needs replace and continue to drive the car
> if its not shifting correctly. This can cause extensive and expensive
> damage to the internal parts of the transmission.
Never heard of this part being available from Chrysler dealers! My
other DeLorean was an automatic and the computer lasted to 60,000mi.
before it required maintenance. This thing has contacts in it that
are like points in a distributor and it operates on .05 volts, as I
remember. Not really a good design, being located in the transaxle
and subject to heat and shock. I pulled mine out and cleaned it
carefully and everything worked fine 'till I sold it. I had lost my
interest in owning an automatic and now own a 5 speed. Not at all
sorry.
Chris
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Date: Thu, 12 Mar 1998 18:35:46 -0300
From: Leandro Cura <cura@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: DML: Help, i want a Delorean!
Hi people of DML
I am from Buenos Aires - ARGENTINA and i am very interested in owning a
Delorean. I have taken a look of some lists and sites, but i'll like
receiving an advice of you, who have more experience, and any offers by
this way.
My cash is about $ 16.000 and i am wondering if i could have a D' in a
good condition. Note that i need to contact someone that could take care
of packing it into a container and shipping it to Bs.As (Of course i am
carring the cost of shipping).
Then i have contacts in USA that could take a look of the car and may
help in order to buy the car. So, if anyone could help me more, or if
anyone have a Delorean in good shape to sell please contact me, send me
pics, and we could talk about.
I am in DML since january and have been reading all the mails of info
that you guys talk about D's and day by day i increase my knowledge and
love for this cars.
Thanks for your time. I will thank all kind of help. And we'll be in
contact, hoping next i could sign with my VIN # down. It'll be the first
Delorean running on Argentine floor.
Regards
________________________
Leandro Cura
cura@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Buenos Aires - ARGENTINA
Next to the future...
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Date: Thu, 12 Mar 98 15:15:49 -0700
From: James Espey <espey@xxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: Re: DML: looking for a DMC
I recently updated the list of DMC's for Sale on the wbe page - there are
about 10 on there now, from $7000 on up. Take a look.
James Espey
Moderator, DeLorean Mailing List
For the latest information about the DeLorean Show
this summer in Cincinnati, send email to "show98@xxxxxxxxxxx"
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Date: Thu, 12 Mar 1998 16:25:05 -0800
From: Matt Peak <mpeak@xxxxxxxx>
Subject: Re: DML: GOOD GOD! Center Console prices!
At 09:04 AM 3/11/98 -0500, you wrote:
>been looking into putting the ignition there (like the saab 900). I
>believe with will greatly improve the interior of the car which I
>currently think is somewhat shabby and outdated. I'll have pictures on my
I can't disagree more with this statement. One of the things that I
praise
the Delorean most for is its interior and how well the design has held up.
Compare the Delorean's interior to any other 1981 model year car including
Ferrari, Mercedes, and Porsche (which can be easily done by viewing the
Road & Track article in Delorean Portfolio) and there's no denying that
the
Delorean's interior is much more modern, sporty, ergonomic, and stylish.
I
believe the Delorean's interior could EASILY pass for an interior in a
modern car.
Matt Peak
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Date: Thu, 12 Mar 1998 19:38:28 -0600
From: "Paul Hamer" <phamer@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: DML: Re: whoops! & reverse?
I was wondering what a Ferrari Countach looked like, but didn't want to
say
anything. Reverse is towards you and back, the trick is that it has a
lockout and you have to pull up on the shifter (most cars with a lockout
require youto push down). Hope this helps. I like your enthusiasm for
the
marque.
Paul Hamer
- -----
>oops! i just noticed that i called the countach a ferrari! told you i
>didnt care much about non-deloreans!
>
>also, i dont remember who wrote the message, but someone was talking
>about showing a girl how to find reverse on a dmc 5-speed. is reverse in
>a differefnt position than on a "normal" 5-speed? or was this girl just
>not familiar with driving a 5-speed? i was just thrown off by that
>sentence! thanks!
>
>See you in the future!
>
><-illyana->
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Date: Fri, 13 Mar 1998 01:46:06 -0500
From: "Mike Thomas" <comptrol@xxxxxxx>
Subject: DML: Boston area service
I bought my first D yesterday and love it. In the short time I've driven
it, the grim reaper called in the speedo and the heating / cooling fan
(all
speeds). From back issues I know what to check. I'm wondering if anyone
out there has experience with any dmc-aware service provider in the Boston
area. If I can't find any I'll probably plan a couple of days in NYC with
P. J. Grady +ACY- Co. I also have to say I'm very impressed with the
support
network you guys have set up. Thanks in advance.
Mike Thomas
VIN+ACM-2749
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Date: Fri, 13 Mar 98 08:47:57 -0000
From: Bryan Pearce <bryan@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: DML: Re: Driving Daily and Insurance
In Digest #338 Eric Pullen wrote:
>Question: Does anyone drive their DeLorean on a daily basis as their =
>only car? I was wondering what if Insurance companies thought of this? =
>(I know, Insurance has been discussed before, but not this aspect).
I do drive my DeLorean daily and it is my only car. The DeLorean is just
as reliable as my wifes Saturn. My insurance cost is about $50/month
with State Farm.
Bryan Pearce
DeLorean Midwest Connection
VIN #11529 - The only DMC-12
with a Stainless Steel Frame
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Date: Fri, 13 Mar 1998 09:05:03 -0500
From: Mike Substelny <SUBSTEM@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: DML: Finding a Repair Shop
Christopher Posey asked:
> I live in East Tennessee. I was wandering where a good place to
> take a DeLorean in for repair would be. Where is the closest
> certified dmc repair shop?
Umm . . . certified by whom? There are a number of "top names" in
DeLorean parts and service, but no factory to certify them.
I suggest you check the DeLorean Owners Association website at:
www.delorean-owners.org
Click on "Marketplace" then "Advertisers" to see a list of some of the big
names, along with their locations and phone numbers. Dave Bauerle in
central Ohio is probably the closest to you.
Notably absent from the DOA list is a new location I saw in DeLorean
World magazine recently. It said that Stephen Wynn is establishing a
new place in Florida, which might also be convenient for you.
Also keep in mind that DeLorean One and some of the others will gladly
send a truck to Tennessee to pick up your car and bring it back to you.
When you own a DeLorean there are plenty of jobs that you can do for
yourself. If you don't want to do the routine jobs (brake pads, tires,
stuff
like that) yourself, your regular neighborhood mechanic should be able to
handle them.
- - Mike Substelny
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Date: Fri, 13 Mar 1998 16:19:21 -1000
From: "Thomas Smithson" <tsassoc@xxxxxxxx>
Subject: Re: DML: Automatic
Rad Dad, I live in Hawaii and, needless to say, it gets pretty warm here.
Could you please tell me where I can get a transmission oil cooler for my
automatic DeLorean. Thanks and Aloha!
Thom Smithson
VIN #3089
- ----------
> From: raddad@xxxxxxx
> To: dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
> Subject: Re: DML: Automatic
> Date: Wednesday, March 11, 1998 6:00 PM
>
> I had an automatic that I put nearly 100,000 miles on. During that time
I
> replaced the computer twice. For what it is worth, I did put on a
> transmission oil cooler.
>
> Dick Ryan
> The Rad Dad
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