Well, the moderator was right. It was a post that managed to hit all points possible, to ruffle everyones' feathers. :) But, I am going to keep this in a positive light, and on the subject topic. You're absolutely right about the PRV. It's reliable, and can be made so with time and effort. And I'm going to back you that statement, and the fact that it is indeed underpowered. But let me present to you another point of view. One from a fellow DeLorean owner, whom like yourself, I too am planning for an engine swap down the road. The PRV is quite a unique engine in many ways. It has it's unique quirks, combined with an unconventional fuel injection system, with an emissions control device strapped onto it as an afterthought, and you've got quite a challenge ahead of you. And that is the problem. As you've already said, you had to have a mechanic do a bit of work on your car, and naturally, you have concerns about what is going to pop-up and hit you in the future. A quite valid concern. However, I am going to reccomend that you not proceed with an engine swap with your car. Based upon what you've written, I don't think that you're ready yet for that challenge. If you cannot replace a series of heater hoses on your own, there is no way you're gonna be able to swap an entire motor out. I'm not saying this as a slam against you. But you really need more time under the hood (or bonnet, or engine cover, depending on your definition :p) before you attempt any radical modifications, let alone fabrications. Yeah, I know that you've got a willing mechanic to help you out. And that's fine, but only to a point. You have got to build up the self confidence, and have some decent skills in your arsenal. And you've got to go in with the attitude that you alone must complete this job, with minimal outsourcing of labor for things you can't complete, because you lack the TOOLS, and not the ABILITY to complete. Such as fabrication, etc. You absolutely must become more self-reliant in car repair, before you attempt Now, don't take this post the wrong way. My intent here is not to discourage you, but rather to encourage you. Get more working experience with engines in, before you try anything of this magnitude. Rise to the challenge of working on your motor first. -Robert vin 6585 "X" Intercooled twin turbo V8...Someday. To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address: moderators@xxxxxxxxxxx For more info on the list, tech articles, cars for sale see www.dmcnews.com To search the archives or view files, log in at http://groups.yahoo.com/group/dmcnews Yahoo! Groups Links <*> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/dmcnews/ <*> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: dmcnews-unsubscribe@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx <*> Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/