> Date: Sat, 9 Dec 2000 16:18:17 -0500 > From: "DMC Joe" <dmcjoe@xxxx> > Subject: Re: A frightning experience(Part 1) > > Nathian, > I would like to correct two of your comments in defense of the DeLorean > electrical system. > You said: "A fire can start so quickly...esp. in DeLoreans". > The DeLorean electrical system is no more prone to catching fire as any > other automobile. I disagree. An automobile with more "electrical problems" has a greater chance of catching fire than one that is more reliable. Assuming a standard ratio, a Delorean has more of a chance of catching fire as a car with very few electrical problems.(But not more than one with the same weaknesses in its electrical system). I assume we all agree there is a higher # of problems in the Delorean than other cars this same age? Sorry I didn't make my point clearer. > You also said: "This story is dedicated to the wonderful Lucas Electronics". > With the exception of a couple of Lucas installed components, Lucas was not > involved with the design or construction of the DeLorean electrical system. Well, in a way it is. I am incorrect if the headlight switch is a "non-Lucas" part. But in essence, isn't the fuses/relays Lucas components? THen I feel they are as much at fault...aren't fuses there to prevent a short and/or fire? > Concerning your dash fire; we have no reports or experiences of DeLorean > dash related fires. All of the dash circuits have factory installed fuse > protection. However I have seen many DeLoreans, that have un-fused > additional wiring installed by owners for additional dash installed > accessories. Well, now you have one. I can assure you the switch was wired correctly and the fuse DID NOT do it's job as it did not blow in this incident. All I am saying is the Delorean has a tendency towards electrical problems, whether due to bad design or bad components. The POS headlight switch is an excellent example. Therefore, one can make a logical conclusion that a Delorean has a greater chance of fire than say a recongnized reliable auto.(i.e.--Japanese makes) Sorry if I confused you. Nathan E. Green gzen21@xxxx "If my calculations are correct, when this baby hits 88mph you're gonna' see some serious s--t" -Doc Brown: "Back to the Future"