RE: [DML] Re: Chevy Engine swap

["Darkstar" <darkstarmedia@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

I thought I'd put in a few random thoughts...


I have done a few engine swaps (not a delorean) and know the lots of things
can come up. so if you decide to do this my recommendation is to be sure you
are doing this for the right reasons (as in "the engine has a spun bearing
or other serious fault") and that it is well documented.  you need to know
exactly where every part came from and any part number that you can get.  if
you are having running problems or tuning problems I would consider trying a
mechanic that specializes in k-jet systems (Porsche, Volvo, Mercedes, etc.).
It may be something simple.  Also know that you can get a lot of power outta
that engine with the right modifications (turbos, cam changes, etc) although
that can cost just as much but can add to the car.  the PRV6 is a light
engine, the Chevy is not.  Keep in mind that the handling will be very
different with all that weight back there.  I would also go for fuel
injection.  you will get a lot more efficiency and reliability out of a nice
EFI.  it might be helpful to save the old engine and make sure the swap is
"bolt-on" (sort of) so that it can be reversed if the next owner wishes it.

Well that's all that comes to mind now but given your current situation I
would reconsider the swap.

Darkstar



-----Original Message-----
From: thebrave65 [mailto:johnnysher1@xxxxxxx]
Sent: October 8, 2004 10:25 AM
To: dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Subject: [DML] Re: Chevy Engine swap





Ok, I gotta cut in here...

> Anyway I have a good mechanic friend that says
> there is a Chevy engine conversion kit for Jaguars that can be used
> on Deloreans as well.

I take it your mechanic knows all about engine swaps in DeLoreans?
Is he going to back up his work and stand behind you to work out all
of the issues?  What about mounts and the transmission bell?  Does
that price include those?  Electrical?

> The reason I want to swap is because that PRV is too much
> to maintain and too underpowered to keep.

What?!  I am not a mechanic, but I have performed EVERY repair and
maintenance routine on my DeLorean - correctly - using the vendors'
parts and support.  If I can do it, anyone can!  It's not rocket
science - it's a car.  A classic, exotic, no-longer-produced, movie-
star car.

If you purchased your DeLorean for the horsepower, you obviously did
not do your homework beforehand.

If you feel like you're alone now, think about the support you will
be losing from the vendors and the community if it's not a PRV6
anymore.

If you haven't read Owning an Orphan before, you should.  It's in the
Files section.

Like I said, you can do whatever you want.  You just sound like you
might be a new owner and maybe an engine swap isn't your answer.

Johnny
5518








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