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There are 23 messages in this issue.
Topics in this digest:
1. Re: DeLorean model of Lee Seiler
From: "Ian Foster" <ian@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
2. Re: Re: Fuel Distributor
From: Jim Strickland <ihaveanaccount@xxxxxxxx>
3. Door Locks
From: doctorDHD@xxxxxxx
4. Re: Re: Engine Swaps and tranny questions
From: "Donald Ekhoff" <ekhoff@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
5. engine swaps and weight distribution?!
From: "C. C. Cameron Putsch" <putsch.1@xxxxxxx>
6. Re: re:Engine Swaps and tranny Questions (Buick Version-LONG)
From: "therealdmcvegas" <DMCVegas@xxxxxxxx>
7. loose bright lights
From: "K. Creason" <dmc4687@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
8. Delorean Midatlantic Spring Social - Web Site Update
From: "Kevin Abato" <delorean@xxxxxxxxx>
9. weird problem...
From: "Mike Cutting" <mcutting@xxxxxx>
10. Delorean Mid Atlantic Club Signup!
From: "Kevin Abato" <delorean@xxxxxxxxx>
11. RE: Fuel Distributor
From: "John Hervey" <john@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
12. RE: Re: AC fan 3 and 4 positions 2nd question.
From: "John Hervey" <john@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
13. timing chain tool
From: "funkstuf" <funkstuf@xxxxxxxxxxx>
14. Crossed Drilled Rotors
From: "John Hervey" <john@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
15. Re: Cleaning Wheels
From: "kenndeal" <kenndeal@xxxxxxxxx>
16. Re: Lower Control Arm failure
From: webmaster@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx
17. Re: 4.3 Engine Swaps
From: "at88mph" <at88mph@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
18. Re: Lower Control Arm (PDC SS option)
From: "d_rex_2002" <rich@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
19. RE: Re: Engine Swaps and tranny questions
From: "John Hervey" <john@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
20. RE: DeLorean model of Lee Seiler
From: "Murray Fisher" <murrayf@xxxxxxxxxxx>
21. Re: weird problem...
From: "David Teitelbaum" <jtrealty@xxxxxxxxxxx>
22. RE: weird problem...
From: "John Hervey" <john@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
23. Re: Lower Control Arm (PDC SS option)
From: "David Teitelbaum" <jtrealty@xxxxxxxxxxx>
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Message: 1
Date: Fri, 2 May 2003 09:24:42 +0800
From: "Ian Foster" <ian@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: Re: DeLorean model of Lee Seiler
MODERATOR NOTE - Although we've been asked by the parties involved to kill off this topic, it seemed like a long enough time to let it come up again since it has not apparently been resolved. Please direct correspondence to Ken at the address given. ---dave
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Dominique,
There is a mailing list established for those of us with the same problem (ltd_edition@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx) ... unfortunately many have been duped by Lee!
Ken Montgomery (kenm(AT)csus.edu) in USA has been giving us tremenduous help by pushing Lee Seiler to get this rediculous 3 year+ mess resolved.
Do you have a reference or kit number given to you by Lee Seiler ... forward this to Ken?
Can anyone in the USA advise us 'foreigners' if there is such a thing as a "Small Claims Court" in USA to sue Lee Seiler to refund our $$$. The whole situation is rediculous and our emails are simply ignored by him ... not something I expected in the DeLorean community. The whole situation makes me real MAD!
Regards, IAN (Hong Kong)
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----- Original Message -----
From: "dreamdmc" <dominique.flandin@xxxxxxxxxx>
To: <dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Friday, May 02, 2003 3:38 AM
Subject: [DML] DeLorean model of Lee Seiler
> Hello everyone, this is the very first time I post a message to the
> list, so, I hope everything will be fine. About two year ago I have
> ordered a DeLorean model to Lee Seiler on his web site. Today, he
> took the money and, unfortunately I don't have any model. My friend
> Cheryl Wester told me to post a message because many people are like
> me, in a sad position, the money gone but the car does not come. If
> anyone has any news about Lee Seiler it will be nice to give me some
> news because Lee Seiler does not answer to my e-mail. I think it's
> hopeless. Thank you very much. I would like to apologize if they're
> any mistake, but I am French and my English is not so good some
> times !!!
> Sincerely.
> Dominique from France.
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Message: 2
Date: Thu, 1 May 2003 15:40:15 -0400
From: Jim Strickland <ihaveanaccount@xxxxxxxx>
Subject: Re: Re: Fuel Distributor
I'd say go for it!
Though it depends on the price. They're so expensive new/rebuilt, but
for $10 it's worth finding out. I certainly wouldn't bid over $100 for
it... for that you might as well get the right part.
Jim
> --- In dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx, "cruznmd" <racuti1@xxxx> wrote:
> > Among other high-dollar parts that I need for 5335, I need a fuel
> > distributor.
> >
> > I happened across one on E-bay. Came out of a Vovlo 260 GLE.
> Please
> > take a look at http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?
> > ViewItem&item=2413660291
> >
> > It doesn't look EXACTLY like mine. Is this just a bad idea?
> >
> > Thanks.
> >
> > Rich
> > #5335 -MD
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Message: 3
Date: Thu, 1 May 2003 21:17:35 EDT
From: doctorDHD@xxxxxxx
Subject: Door Locks
Paul,
From your description it seems like there is a loose / intermittent wire
somewhere. Perhaps in the area of the torsion bar. You need to get back to
the basics and check the continuity of all the wires used in the lock circuit
with the doors opened and closed.
Dave
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Message: 4
Date: Thu, 1 May 2003 18:25:28 -0700
From: "Donald Ekhoff" <ekhoff@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: Re: Re: Engine Swaps and tranny questions
OK, so who sells aftermarket INPUT SHAFTS? I may have the opportunity to
get a quote this weekend. Maybe this is a problem that needs solving!
Don Ekhoff
6543
www.kablam.us
----- Original Message -----
From: "David Teitelbaum" <jtrealty@xxxxxxxxxxx>
To: <dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Thursday, May 01, 2003 11:43 AM
Subject: [DML] Re: Engine Swaps and tranny questions
> This past Saturday evening Delorean Midatlantic had Fred Dellis of
> Legend Industries speak and give a Q + A on the Delorean. One of the
> questions was about horsepower. Fred said that they were able to dial
> in all the horsepower that they wanted but because of durability and
> warranty issues they were transmission limited. THEY KEPT BREAKING
> INPUT SHAFTS. This was on the 5-speeds, in his opinion the automatic
> was even worse although he doesn't remember using any. Fred also said
> they had planned to get away from the Renault transmission eventually
> anyway. Very hard to deal with Renault. The short answer is if you are
> doing any kind of large horsepower increase either with the PRV or an
> engine swap you have to figure a way to get rid of the Renault
> transmission.
> David Teitelbaum
> vin 10757
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Message: 5
Date: Thu, 1 May 2003 21:56:00 -0400
From: "C. C. Cameron Putsch" <putsch.1@xxxxxxx>
Subject: engine swaps and weight distribution?!
Hey guys. I think it is great to have more power from a D. Anyway, I wonder how much a chevy or ford v-8 or other engines higher weight will change or hurt weight distribution and handling. If you put a heavier engine behind the wheels it will just make the 65/35 distribution more extreme. This is the biggest factor stopping me from thinking of doing a swap. What do you all think?
Sincerely, Casey at putsch.1@xxxxxxx
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Message: 6
Date: Fri, 02 May 2003 02:31:48 -0000
From: "therealdmcvegas" <DMCVegas@xxxxxxxx>
Subject: Re: re:Engine Swaps and tranny Questions (Buick Version-LONG)
--- In dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx, webmaster@xxxx wrote:
> > ---On Rich's car, the transmission had failed in a somewhat common DMC
> > manner, i.e. the large nut that holds the main shaft together unscrewed
> > itself through the back end of the shift housing. I've seen this failure on
> > several stock cars so I'm not sure it was related to the high horsepower,
>
> I had this problem too, and it was thanks to Dave that it was quickly
diagnosed and easily fixed - new nut and a bit of ally welding locally.
However in conversation with my engine guy - Renault fanatic and veteran of
working on many many PRVs (including his own Renault 30 - identical
gearbox), was told that he had never seen this failure. This runs through low
powered R25's and 30s right up to the 400+hp Alpine A610's.
<SNIP>
Since the problem of twisted input shafts, and loose nuts drilling the case
seems to be related only to the DeLorean application of the UN1 Transaxle
thus far, is it possible that the model # for the individual transaxles is not only
representative of the gear ratios themselves, but of the grade/quality of the
internal parts used? Since the application was intended for the DeLorean,
perhaps Renault skimped on the quality since the cars were only going to
handle 130 bhp anyways? Or maybe it's a simular parts/engineering quality
issue such as the B27F motor vs the B28F?
Many people across the pond who are using the UN1 for various custom
applications don't seem to really have problems with it from what I've seen.
Plus, if I were to ever beef up the motor in my car, I would greatly prefer to
keep the stock tranny, if for nothing else it's shift pattern. The ability to quickly
shift between 1st gear, and Reverse has been a lifesaver when I've gotten
into some jams. Such as making a U-Turn, and then finding out the turn wasn't
tight enough.
-Robert
vin 6585 "X"
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Message: 7
Date: Thu, 1 May 2003 21:46:51 -0500
From: "K. Creason" <dmc4687@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: loose bright lights
I noticed this week that my brights have come loose.
It's like they've popped out from the adjustment bracket. I haven't been
working on that end, only in the back, so it's nothing I've done.
I am just now starting to get the eyebrows, but nothing serious yet. I
should correct that before it worsens, though.
Any ideas on what made the loose headlights?
-Kevin
#4687
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Message: 8
Date: Thu, 1 May 2003 23:41:40 -0400
From: "Kevin Abato" <delorean@xxxxxxxxx>
Subject: Delorean Midatlantic Spring Social - Web Site Update
Hi everyone!
Sorry it took me so long to get the web site updated with stuff from the
spring social, but here it is! (Including WORKING video clips of Fred
Delli's speech!) In all we had a great weekend, and sadly, I could not
post ALL the pictures (there were tons and tons and tons!)
http://www.deloreanmidatlantic.com/scrapbook/soc2k3/index.htm
Make sure to check out the rest of the club's website and scrapbook
areas if you have not already done so!
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Message: 9
Date: Fri, 2 May 2003 00:00:03 -0400
From: "Mike Cutting" <mcutting@xxxxxx>
Subject: weird problem...
greetings..
i am having a problem with my car. it seems that the car runs rough until
about 2500rpm. once i hit 2500rpm, the car just comes to life and runs as
it should.
i took the car out of winter storage about 3 weeks ago and i thought that it
was just a situation of some bad gas but i am on my second tank now. it
should be noted that i used a fuel stabilizer before storing the car for the
winter..
if anyone has had the same problem and has a solution or suggestions, pls
pass them along.. thanks..
mike cutting
11434
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Message: 10
Date: Fri, 2 May 2003 00:06:33 -0400
From: "Kevin Abato" <delorean@xxxxxxxxx>
Subject: Delorean Mid Atlantic Club Signup!
Hey! Everyone in the Mid-Atlantic area.........
This letter is to inform you that the DeLorean Mid-Atlantic Club is
running our annual membership signup for 2003.
Yearly membership is only $15 and includes: up to date notices on club
events and happenings, copies of the newsletter, access to the members
only section of the web site, and free inspections/door adjustments at
club events!
Remember....we are working hard to improve the content of the member's
portion of the web site to include new features. We soon plan to have
the parts interchange list online, along with some videos and other
media.
Don't miss out! Get a chance to meet up with other owners...
Coordinate a get together and road trip with several people who are
local to you.... Attend events and have fun! Use the link below to sign
yourself up!
<http://www.deloreanmidatlantic.com/membership/memform.htm>
http://www.deloreanmidatlantic.com/membership/memform.htm
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Message: 11
Date: Thu, 1 May 2003 23:26:47 -0700
From: "John Hervey" <john@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: RE: Fuel Distributor
Rich, Be carefull buying one off ebay. I buy them and rebuild them. I
wouldn't trust them to work that long if they work at all.If your needing a
fuel distributor, take a look at the web site.
John Hervey
http://www.specialtauto.com/delorean-parts/fuel-distributors.html
-----Original Message-----
From: cruznmd [mailto:racuti1@xxxxxxxxxxxx]
Sent: Thursday, May 01, 2003 7:32 AM
To: dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Subject: [DML] Fuel Distributor
Among other high-dollar parts that I need for 5335, I need a fuel
distributor.
I happened across one on E-bay. Came out of a Vovlo 260 GLE. Please
take a look at http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?
ViewItem&item=2413660291
It doesn't look EXACTLY like mine. Is this just a bad idea?
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Message: 12
Date: Thu, 1 May 2003 23:31:48 -0700
From: "John Hervey" <john@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: RE: Re: AC fan 3 and 4 positions 2nd question.
Warren, You can call me or email me and I can tell you the difference on the
Fan Fix. As far as the dieing at a light there are a couple of things that
can be going on. When the ac cycles it may be drawing the voltage down so
low the car thinks you have turned it off.The other thing is the rise of the
control pulnger in the fuel distributor may be set to lean / low.
John Hervey
www.specialTauto.com
-----Original Message-----
From: warren [mailto:kodo@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx]
Sent: Thursday, May 01, 2003 7:44 AM
To: dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Subject: [DML] Re: AC fan 3 and 4 positions
Does anyone know the difference between the "Fan Fix Dual 2x2", the "Fan Fix
One" and the "Fan Fix Two" from http://www.specialtauto.com? Do they all do
the same thing? If they do, what is the advantage of paying $129 over $55?
Would I still have to replace the circuit breakers and relays if I get one
of these products?
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Message: 13
Date: Fri, 02 May 2003 05:10:08 -0000
From: "funkstuf" <funkstuf@xxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: timing chain tool
Does anybody have a tool to hold the timing chain tension while
changing out the head gaskets that they might be willing to part
with. Is there another way to hold the tension? I saw the recent
discussions on this but it seemed nobody addressed actually using
such a tool.
Thanks,
Dale Funk
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Message: 14
Date: Fri, 02 May 2003 05:07:24 -0000
From: "John Hervey" <john@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: Crossed Drilled Rotors
Group, If you haven't noticed the web site lately, it's growing. I
just added Power Stop High Performance Crossed drilled rotors for the
Delorean. All the information about them is on the web site.
I have 2 sets of 4 and if the responce is good I will have more done.
If your not into cross drilled, I also have added the standard rotors
to the online catalog as well. They are in stock also.
John Hervey
www.specialtauto.com
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Message: 15
Date: Fri, 02 May 2003 04:30:20 -0000
From: "kenndeal" <kenndeal@xxxxxxxxx>
Subject: Re: Cleaning Wheels
Thanks for the tip, I'll give it a try but I don't think it will work. What
do you mean by "recondition"? I think they need something like
sandblasting.
Kenn
--- In dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx, "Harold McElraft"
<hmcelraft@xxxx> wrote:
> Get some sponge paint brushes; they are about $3 or 4 for a
bag of
> various sizes, and some P21S Wheel Cleaner. The wheel
cleaner can be
> found in most auto catalogs. It is a bit pricey, but it works
> without damage to the wheel paint, etc. If that combo does not
clean
> the wheels then you need to recondition them.
>
> Harold McElraft - 3354
>
>
> --- In dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx, "kenndeal"
<kenndeal@xxxx> wrote:
> > The outside of my wheels look fine but the insides need
help.
> > Any ideas on how to clean them? It appears they were once
> > painted. Is this necessary?
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Message: 16
Date: Fri, 2 May 2003 09:20:46 +0000
From: webmaster@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Subject: Re: Lower Control Arm failure
Irrespective of mileage, the lower conrol arms should be inspected regularly. The original finish on both upper and lower arms is a simple layer of paint. Needless to say 22 years on this is flaking off on many cars and then the dreaded rust sets in. I've recently repainted the arms on my project car, though in the future I'll be removing the bushes and having them powder coated.
I've seen some control arms absolutely brown from rust on a sub 10k car and a mere few patches on a 150k+ car. I guess it depends more on where the car has lived
Martin
#1458
#4426
> Well I finally got my broken car to Houston and yep, you guessed it: the front lower
> control arm was mangled, not entirely unlike Knut's. Since mine is a high-milage car
> (120k+) and the damage appears to be metal fatigue, it appears you all have something to
> look forward to in your future. :-)
>
> I opted to let DMC try to repair the arm, rather than sacrifice my arm-and-leg for the
> price of a new one (although the option of a newly fabricated stainless part centainly
> has it's appeal). My concern is now with the arm on the opposite side, which ostensibly
> has the same age and stress as the one that just failed....
>
>
> Gus Schlachter
> VIN #4695
> Austin, TX
>
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Message: 17
Date: Fri, 2 May 2003 08:34:26 -0500
From: "at88mph" <at88mph@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: Re: 4.3 Engine Swaps
With all this talk about engine swaps, I would like to mention that we are
looking at possibly performing other 4.3 engine swaps on DeLoeran's. If
anyone is interested, please feel free to contact me. We should be able to
do a complete swap with a 2 month turn around time. We've been toying with
the idea ever since my swap was complete but wanted to make sure EVERYTHING
was successful in my swap. I've been driving my D with the Vortec 4.3 in it
for over 2 years now with no major problems. The cost would be under $8,000
usd. If anyone would like more details feel free to email me.
Thanks,
Duke
www.geocities.com/at88mph_1999
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Message: 18
Date: Fri, 02 May 2003 13:34:48 -0000
From: "d_rex_2002" <rich@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: Re: Lower Control Arm (PDC SS option)
The Pearce Design Stainless Lower Control Arm may be the best
"bang for the buck" when new lower control arm(s) are needed.
As all our Deloreans continue to accumulate years and mileage,
it is important to note there are improvements that are still
being made for the Delorean by a number of Delorean vendors,
especially in the area of durability and longevity.
One vendor in particular highlights durability and longevity
in all their products. This is Pearce Design Components.
I have been lucky enough to have worked on several projects
with Bryan and Reg Pearce, and I can tell you without a doubt
that all the PDC components, built from stainless, brass and
other durable materials have been designed for preserving the
functionality of our Deloreans for years to come. Keep this
in mind as you make decisions about your Delorean repairs.
Gus brings up some a good point about his "other side" LCA.
There are some things that are better replaced in pairs and
if you need to replace an LCA due to age (rust deterioration)
then you should replace the other side as well. If an LCA
failure is contributed to an impact or collision, than single
replacement is acceptable, but it is still rust susceptable.
Keep in mind, if you have one or both LCA's repaired and heat
treated, this is a significant cost. If you replace them with
good used LCA's (a somewhat rare OEM part to find), there is a
significant cost involved (as much as $500 each). With both of
these cases, the LCA's will be subject to rust deterioration as
were your original LCA's.
This is where the PDC LCA's (at $425 each) start looking really
good. Buy a pair and never worry about LCA rust deterioration
again. If you only need one and have one good OEM LCA, buy a
a pair of PDC LCA's and sell your good one to cut your costs in
half. This process may eventually flood the market with spare
OEM LCA's and actually bring OEM LCA prices back down.
And make sure to check the the Pearce Design Components website
often for new products are released (www.pearce-design.com)
There is another new product scheduled for release this month
and it will really compliment the SS front lower control arms.
Whenever possible, don't just fix your Delorean to just get by
for now, Fix it for the Future. Fix it with Stainless Steel.
Later,
Rich W.
--- In dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx, Gus Schlachter <gus@xxxx> wrote:
> Well I finally got my broken car to Houston and yep, you guessed it:
the front lower
> control arm was mangled, not entirely unlike Knut's. Since mine is
a high-milage car
> (120k+) and the damage appears to be metal fatigue, it appears you
all have something to
> look forward to in your future. :-)
>
> snip <
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Message: 19
Date: Fri, 2 May 2003 09:28:43 -0700
From: "John Hervey" <john@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: RE: Re: Engine Swaps and tranny questions
Don, I think what I call the clutch shaft #103071 is the part that I have
had broke on two standard transmissions. I have thought about beefing it up
but the problem is then the torque is transfered to something else. To me
it's never ending. I had a call a few weeks ago for a rear transmission
mount. Not to be found. Then the problem just keeps getting transfered
around.
My 2 Cents
John Hervey
www.specialtauto.com
-----Original Message-----
From: Donald Ekhoff [mailto:ekhoff@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx]
Sent: Thursday, May 01, 2003 6:25 PM
To: dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Subject: Re: [DML] Re: Engine Swaps and tranny questions
OK, so who sells aftermarket INPUT SHAFTS? I may have the opportunity to
get a quote this weekend. Maybe this is a problem that needs solving!
Don Ekhoff
6543
www.kablam.us
----- Original Message -----
From: "David Teitelbaum" <jtrealty@xxxxxxxxxxx>
To: <dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Thursday, May 01, 2003 11:43 AM
Subject: [DML] Re: Engine Swaps and tranny questions
> This past Saturday evening Delorean Midatlantic had Fred Dellis of
> Legend Industries speak and give a Q + A on the Delorean. One of the
> questions was about horsepower. Fred said that they were able to dial
> in all the horsepower that they wanted but because of durability and
> warranty issues they were transmission limited. THEY KEPT BREAKING
> INPUT SHAFTS. This was on the 5-speeds, in his opinion the automatic
> was even worse although he doesn't remember using any. Fred also said
> they had planned to get away from the Renault transmission eventually
> anyway. Very hard to deal with Renault. The short answer is if you are
> doing any kind of large horsepower increase either with the PRV or an
> engine swap you have to figure a way to get rid of the Renault
> transmission.
> David Teitelbaum
> vin 10757
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Message: 20
Date: Fri, 2 May 2003 07:05:21 -0700
From: "Murray Fisher" <murrayf@xxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: RE: DeLorean model of Lee Seiler
I know this subject has always been a No No for some unknown reason.....and
in my 82 years, the Lee Seiler DeLorean model is one of the smoothest
slickest scams to hit the market and I have an inch thick file to prove it.
I could write a book. Good luck Ian and sorry it had to happen to one of
our good friends overseas too.
Murray
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Message: 21
Date: Fri, 02 May 2003 14:35:04 -0000
From: "David Teitelbaum" <jtrealty@xxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: Re: weird problem...
If the car has the origional ignition wires or even if they were
replaced, if they are over 10 years old they are suspect. I would try
a tune-up including cleaning the fuel injectors and checking for any
vacuum leaks and making sure the vacuum advance and mechanical advance
is working.
David Teitelbaum
vin 10757
--- In dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx, "Mike Cutting" <mcutting@xxxx> wrote:
> greetings..
>
> i am having a problem with my car. it seems that the car runs rough
until
> about 2500rpm. once i hit 2500rpm, the car just comes to life and
runs as
> it should.
>
> i took the car out of winter storage about 3 weeks ago and i thought
that it
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Message: 22
Date: Fri, 2 May 2003 09:36:12 -0700
From: "John Hervey" <john@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: RE: weird problem...
Mike, Hot or cold. I could be burning off excess gas, vacuum piviot switch
hasn't transfered the Vacuum yet. Loose,broke,or leaking vacuum hoses.
Several things could cause this.
John Hervey
www.specialTauto.com
-----Original Message-----
From: Mike Cutting [mailto:mcutting@xxxxxx]
Sent: Thursday, May 01, 2003 9:00 PM
To: dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Subject: [DML] weird problem...
greetings..
i am having a problem with my car. it seems that the car runs rough until
about 2500rpm. once i hit 2500rpm, the car just comes to life and runs as
it should.
i took the car out of winter storage about 3 weeks ago and i thought that it
was just a situation of some bad gas but i am on my second tank now. it
should be noted that i used a fuel stabilizer before storing the car for the
winter..
if anyone has had the same problem and has a solution or suggestions, pls
pass them along.. thanks..
mike cutting
11434
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Message: 23
Date: Fri, 02 May 2003 14:30:24 -0000
From: "David Teitelbaum" <jtrealty@xxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: Re: Lower Control Arm (PDC SS option)
On a significant # of cars that I have seen I have noticed that the
lower control arms are bent. It seems that in many cases when a car is
towed or hauled onto a carrier the operator uses recovery hooks and
places them on the lower control arms. Since they weren't made to be
used in that way they get damaged. On many other imported cars they
have put warning labels on the LCA's to try and keep ham-handed tow
truck operators from damaging undercarriage parts in this manner. This
is one of the great benefits of going to a club meet and having the
car inspected. In many cases it is the first time the car was ever
inspected underneath. Better to find the beginnings of a problem and
deal with it before it becomes catastophic. In this case I wonder if
the failures of the LCA's is related to damage caused by towing. For
the future try to make sure if the car is ever recovered that the tow
operator uses the hooks on the frame and not the lower control arms to
pull the car.
David Teitelbaum
vin 10757
--- In dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx, "d_rex_2002" <rich@xxxx> wrote:
> The Pearce Design Stainless Lower Control Arm may be the best
> "bang for the buck" when new lower control arm(s) are needed.
>
> As all our Deloreans continue to accumulate years and mileage,
> it is important to note there are improvements that are still
> being made for the Delorean by a number of Delorean vendors,
> especially in the area of durability and longevity.
>
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