I have the exact same problem. I am starting by replacing the microswitch and then will move on to vacuum hoses if the problem isn't resolved. Please let me know if you come across the solution before this weekend when I am planning on getting this thing done. Cain Grimes 002835 --- In dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx, "DMC Joe" <dmcjoe@xxxx> wrote: > > Do not adjust the timing! There are lots of possible causes of an idle speed > of 1500 RPM, ignition timing is not one of them. I'll leave suggestions on > possible causes to some of the other list members. > > DMC Joe > > -----Original Message----- > From: JDub [mailto:doki_pen@xxxx] > Sent: Monday, January 17, 2005 9:05 PM > To: DML > Subject: [DML] High Idle > > > > I'm trying to tackle a problem I've had with my delorean for a long time. > The idle is excessivly high, about 1500 RPMS. I was thinking maybe the > timing is off, could this cause it? If so, do I adjust it by turning the > distributor? Looks awfully tough to get to. > > Jon 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/