In a message dated 6/27/02 7:04:56 PM Central Daylight Time, dtt2150@xxxx writes: > Thanks for all the advice. I think the net has created a second life > for the Delorean. There is so much information out there that, one > thinks the car is still in production. I wonder if there is a forum > where people list what substitute parts have been used when one is > not readily available. > > thanks again, > > Mike Mike, the great part about the DeLorean is that pretty much all of the parts you usually need ARE readily available, and in some cases, there are actually improved versions of it! for instance, my exhaust manifold heat stove was rusted beyond recognition and function, and i was able to buy a stainless steel one from Pearce Design for a reasonable price. it was very easy to install and looks great on my engine! that's just one example, but for the most part, the parts ARE easily obtainable, just CALL UP YOUR FAVORITE VENDOR!! and if you are a new owner and don't have a favorite vendor yet, pick one and get a good relationship going with them - they will always come thru for you when you need it most! Andy Soma576@xxxx 1982 DeLorean DMC-12 VIN#11596 Fargo, ND 58102 [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]