Re: [DML] Customizing a DeLorean

["DMC Joe" <dmcjoe@xxxx>]

You said:
"> 7. Wheels - I want larger wheels and tires (especially in the
front) 17inch > wheels??? and wider tires. Has anyone tackled this one??? I
want greater
> roadability and looks!!!"

The Lotus design engineers did an excellent job on the wheel size spec.'s
for the DeLorean. Any alteration to the original size will result in
negative results.

DMC Joe
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----- Original Message -----

From: "Sean Spurlock" <sean_dmc1@xxxx>
To: <dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Thursday, February 07, 2002 10:32 AM
Subject: [DML] Customizing a DeLorean


>
>
> Group,
>
> Well, I am finally back on the list and about to purchase another
> DeLorean, having sold my first one a few years ago. Here are some
questions
> for you veteran DeLorean owners. Please don't hate me for asking these
> questions!!! I know many of you are purists!
>
> I want to customize my next DeLorean:
>
> 1. Updating engine - DMC Houston can take care of that...but any other
> ideas?
>
> 2. Suspension - lowering the car is nice...any recommendations on shock
and
> struts (or any other improved suspension components???
>
> 3. Brakes - any ideas here??? Larger cross-drilled rotors? Any sizes or
> brands?
>
> 4. Electrical updates - aside from the Zillas, any ideas for improving the
> Lucas design?
>
> 5. Exhaust - IMPORTANT!!! Any idea of a borla or performace set up???
>
> 6. Air Intake - any K&N filters or cool-flo intakes???
>
> 7. Wheels - I want larger wheels and tires (especially in the front)
17inch
> wheels??? and wider tires. Has anyone tackled this one??? I want greater
> roadability and looks!!!
>
> 8. The question you will all hate - is there a method for painting a
> DeLorean??? Doesn't it involve acid etching or prep??? if anyone has done
> this let me know.
>
> 9. Cooling system - any low temp switches or thermostats available??? HD
> radiators??? KEEP THAT ENGINE COOL!!!
>
> I am very interested in sharing info on any ideas for making the DeLorean
> "better". Obviously, it is already a great car...I just want to update it
> more and make it more like the sports car it wants to be!!! Let me know if
> any of you have ideas and / or are interested in discussing ideas!!!
Thanks
> a lot and it is good to be back!!!
>
> Best Wishes,
> Sean Spurlock
> -formerly VIN 7003
>
>
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