Re: [DML] delorean turbo question

[Marc Levy <malevy_nj@xxxxxxxxx>]

Can you still get new turbo setups??

It is unfortunate, there are (IMHO) no good cost
effective performance modifications that can be done
to the DeLorean.

The turbo kits that have been around are OK, but even
if you limit the boost to 6 lbs (as most do) you risk
internal engine damage.  Usually a cracked ring.  Dick
Ryan (who lives at higher altitude than the rest of
us) is the only person I know who has reported no oil
burning on his bolt-on turbo setup.

To do turbo's correctly, you would need a full engine
rebuild using turbo-parts (Pistons and rings are the
biggest problem).  I would also suggest a electronic
engine management system that is turbo-aware to get
optimum performance and reliability... But this
project would probably get up in to the 10K plus price
range.


Exhaust improvements are a good idea.  There are some
kits already out there.  The DMC exhaust system is a
BIG bottleneck and probably the best place to start. 
However, if your future plans include turbo chargers,
it will limit your exhaust options.

I don't know if DMCH sells their exhaust system alone
(or only with the full engine upgrade), but you can
call them and check.  I find the DMCH system to be too
loud, but it may not be too difficult to swap the
mufflers with something a little less noisy (SonnyV
says I am too old!).  

DeLorean UK also has a nice exhaust system, but I have
not heard it so I cant comment on the noise.

http://www.delorean.co.uk/DMUK/perfomance.html


--- coreysmoo <coreysmoo@xxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:

> 
> 
> 
> hi.  i am currently thinking about installing a
> turbo on my delorean 
> in the next coming months.  i was just wondering if
> anyone out there 
> has any advice for me before i get into this little
> endevor.  also, 
> does anyone living in the chicagoland area have a.)
> any experience 
> in this, and or b.) know any shops around that have
> done this for 
> deloreans before.  also, what am i looking at,
> cost-wise for this 
> project.
> 
> on another note, i was kicking arond the idea of a
> straight pipe 
> exaust system.  anyone out there have any advise?
> 
> corey
> #2423


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