From: eGroups Digest [dmcnews@egroups.com] Sent: Thursday, July 22, 1999 8:57 AM To: David.Swingle Subject: dmcnews digest eGroups Daily Digest: dmcnews has 50 new messages. Click here http://www.eGroups.com/list/dmcnews/?start=1726 to read them. ----------------------------------------------------------------- 1726. Sean Howley [DML] Re: spark plugs 1727. Sean Howley [DML] Centerforce Clutches 1728. raddad@cmn.net [DML] Performance 1729. snc@usinternet.com [DML] Locked out of trunk ! 1730. Robert Brandys [DML] Re: Engine Performance 1731. raddad@cmn.net [DML] Centerforce Clutch 1732. raddad@cmn.net [DML] Movies - Movies - Movies 1733. DMC Joe [DML] Re: Upgraded radiator - Bent Front Cross Me 1734. dswingle@enteract.com [DML] ADMIN NOTE - 800 Subscribers! 1735. Gerald Deutsch [DML] Re: Engine Performance 1736. Paraversal@aol.com [DML] Re: Stainless Steel Body 1737. Will [DML] Re: Centerforce Clutches 1738. Dick Ryan [DML] Engine Performance/Weight 1739. DMC Joe [DML] Re: Centerforce Clutches 1740. John Hanley [DML] Locked out of trunk ! 1741. DMC Joe Re: Locked out of trunk ! 1742. SweatyEddy [DML] Re: spark plugs 1743. SweatyEddy [DML] Re: Centerforce Clutches 1744. Scott Donnelly [DML] Re: Stainless Steel Body 1745. Martin Gutkowski [DML] Re: Engine Performance 1746. KayoOng@aol.com [DML] Re: Centerforce Clutches 1747. DMC5524@aol.com Re: Engine Performance 1748. Robert Brandys Re: Centerforce Clutches 1749. DMC Joe [DML] Re: spark plugs 1750. Dick Ryan Sparkplugs 1751. John Hanley Re: Locked out of trunk ! 1752. DMC Joe Re: Centerforce Clutches 1753. DMC Joe Re: Engine Performance 1754. Martin Gutkowski Re: wheres the prototype? 1755. Martin Gutkowski Re: Left Lower Control Arm 1756. SAND131@aol.com Re: Centerforce Clutches 1757. robert parker Re: Locked out of trunk ! 1758. robert parker Re: ANY BODY THERE ? 1759. Delorean17@aol.com Re: Engine Performance 1760. dmc daddy (DML) Classic Car Auction 1761. dcsj@excite.com Question About Keys: For Lee Seiler 1762. Brian Galbiati Re: after market wheels [longish] 1763. William F. Lane Re: Centerforce Clutches 1764. CBL302@aol.com Re: Left Lower Control Arm 1765. dcsj@excite.com Question About Keys: For Lee Seiler 1766. Chester Kozak Re: Locked out of trunk ! 1767. Chester Kozak Re: Locked out of trunk ! 1768. DMC Joe Re: Sparkplugs 1769. DMC Joe Re: Locked out of trunk ! 1770. DMC Joe Re: after market wheels [longish] 1771. yugoman Re: Sparkplugs 1772. Marc A Levy Re: after market wheels [longish] 1773. Marc A Levy Re: Sparkplugs 1774. raddad@cmn.net The list 1775. Marc A Levy Re: wheres the prototype? ----------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------------------ message 1726 ------------------------------ http://www.eGroups.com/list/dmcnews/?start=1726 X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: "Sean Howley" References: <19990720010029.NJRB5615@delorean> <379466CA.5D2F31D3@dnrc.bell-labs.com> Date: Tue, 20 Jul 1999 21:59:11 -0400 MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: spark plugs Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit Recently, I replaced the plugs in my D and purchased them through PJG. In talking to them, they suggested to use the copper version of this plug as it lasts just about as long as the silver, works just as good, and costs much less. They also suggested against using the platinum version as they have noticed the results not being as good as the other two types. If I recall, it is the DC version. I purchased the Copper version and I haven't had any problems out of it. Sean Howley VIN#2345 > huh? I though the DS was the better plug.. It's silver instead of > platinum. > > Any other opinions on this? ------------------------------------------------------------------------ To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address moderator@dmcnews.com ------------------------------ message 1727 ------------------------------ http://www.eGroups.com/list/dmcnews/?start=1727 X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: "Sean Howley" Date: Tue, 20 Jul 1999 22:25:33 -0400 MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Centerforce Clutches Content-Type: multipart/alternative; boundary="----=_NextPart_000_0007_01BED2FE.C81CA840" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit ------=_NextPart_000_0007_01BED2FE.C81CA840 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" content-transfer-encoding: quoted-printable content-type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" I was just roaming around on the internet and ran across a company called C= enterforce who sells/manufactures performance clutches (their address is: = http://centerforce.com/). In looking through the online clutch guide, I no= ticed that they sell performance clutches for DeLoreans. Has anyone out th= ere used one of these clutches on their DeLorean or any other car and what = differences you noticed - if any. Sean Howley VIN#2345 ------------------------------------------------------------------------ ___________==_ADZZXXP To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address modera= tor@dmcnews.com ------=_NextPart_000_0007_01BED2FE.C81CA840 Content-Type: text/html; charset="iso-8859-1" content-transfer-encoding: quoted-printable content-type: text/html; charset="iso-8859-1"
I was just roaming around on the internet and ran across= a = company called Centerforce who sells/manufactures performance clutches (the= ir = address is:  http://centerforce.com/).  In look= ing = through the online clutch guide, I noticed that they sell performance clutc= hes = for DeLoreans.  Has anyone out there used one of these clutches on the= ir = DeLorean or any other car and what differences you noticed - if = any.
 
Sean Howley
VIN#2345
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To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address moderato-@dmcnews.com ------=_NextPart_000_0007_01BED2FE.C81CA840-- ------------------------------ message 1728 ------------------------------ http://www.eGroups.com/list/dmcnews/?start=1728 X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Tue, 20 Jul 1999 21:40:25 -0600 (MDT) Mime-Version: 1.0 From: raddad@cmn.net Subject: [DML] Performance Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit I think we need to put the "performance" into perspective. Remember that this is a 1981-83 automobile. Comparing its performance to a new Mustang 5.0 or the like is simply unfair. Remember that it was never sold or advertised as a high performance vehicle. With a quoted 0-60 time in the 10 second range and a top speed of 125+, it is neither a dragster nor a $70,000 911 - - but the 5 speed is adequately quick for most of its owners. Its handling is excellent and it will hold its own with many cars with greater horsepower when properly driven on twisting and turning roads. Isn't that what sports cars are all about? Dick Ryan VIN 16867 ------------------------------------------------------------------------ To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address moderator@dmcnews.com ------------------------------ message 1729 ------------------------------ http://www.eGroups.com/list/dmcnews/?start=1729 X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Tue, 20 Jul 1999 21:00:07 -0700 From: snc@usinternet.com Subject: [DML] Locked out of trunk ! Content-Type: text/plain Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit Hello everyone, My trunk release cable quit working. I've tried using vise gripps on the cable but no luck. Does anyone know the exact way to access the trunk and how to release the trunk. Knut suggested lifting up on one side but also added it might crease the trunk lid. Also from beneath the car there is a access pannel but how do you actulally release the latch. I'm about to run out of gas , and my Delorean tech manual is also in the trunk. Running on empty, CHESTER ------------------------------------------------------------------------ To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address moderator@dmcnews.com ------------------------------ message 1730 ------------------------------ http://www.eGroups.com/list/dmcnews/?start=1730 X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Wed, 21 Jul 1999 08:56:34 +0000 From: Robert Brandys MIME-Version: 1.0 References: <379521BF.2CDFF881@flash.net> Subject: [DML] Re: Engine Performance Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit We are in the process of dyno testing stock and modified Deloreans. In March this year we tested a stock 5-speed Delorean with 20,000 miles on it. The car made 100 HP at the wheels with a maximum of 134 ft lbs torque. This actual at the wheels testing shows unfortunately that the D was not a performance car for its actual weight of 3200+ lbs. We are looking for a Turbo car to Dy no test. Any volunters in the chicago area would be appreciated. Bob Brandys ------------------------------------------------------------------------ To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address moderator@dmcnews.com ------------------------------ message 1731 ------------------------------ http://www.eGroups.com/list/dmcnews/?start=1731 X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Wed, 21 Jul 1999 07:33:04 -0600 (MDT) Mime-Version: 1.0 From: raddad@cmn.net Subject: [DML] Centerforce Clutch Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit I know of several DeLorean's equipped with the Centerforce Clutch, including mine. I had it put on because of the solid reputation of Centerforce among performance enthusiasts and because I have twin turbos. I figured that it might be a better clutch with the added HP. I can't say that I notice any significant difference, but I guess the real test will be the long haul. Dick Ryan VIN 16867 ------------------------------------------------------------------------ To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address moderator@dmcnews.com ------------------------------ message 1732 ------------------------------ http://www.eGroups.com/list/dmcnews/?start=1732 X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Wed, 21 Jul 1999 07:41:16 -0600 (MDT) Mime-Version: 1.0 From: raddad@cmn.net Subject: [DML] Movies - Movies - Movies Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit It seems the most recent post regarding the DeLorean in a movie has opened the response flood gate. Sightings of a DeLorean in the Wedding Singer, the Simpsons, etc., etc., have been reported here numerous times before. Unless there is really something new and significant to the list as a whole, I'll not post any more movie trivia. Dick Ryan Moderator ------------------------------------------------------------------------ To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address moderator@dmcnews.com ------------------------------ message 1733 ------------------------------ http://www.eGroups.com/list/dmcnews/?start=1733 X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: "DMC Joe" Date: Wed, 21 Jul 1999 10:36:26 -0400 MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: Upgraded radiator - Bent Front Cross Members Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1 Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit This procedure should be handled by a shop that specializes in frame repair. Frame dimensions and mechanical drawing can be found in your Workshop Manual at R:02:02-03. If you don't have this information we can supply you with a copy. I would suggest that you repair the frame first, in other words, "fix the foundation before you paint the house". Thanks for your very positive comments. DMC Joe / DeLorean Services / Web Site: ------------------------------------------------------------------------ To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address moderator@dmcnews.com ------------------------------ message 1734 ------------------------------ http://www.eGroups.com/list/dmcnews/?start=1734 X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Wed, 21 Jul 1999 08:17:26 -0700 From: dswingle@enteract.com Subject: [DML] ADMIN NOTE - 800 Subscribers! Content-Type: text/plain Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit As of this morning, the DML added its 800th subscriber! This is not a "pure" number as some members have multiple subscriptions to get different versions of the list, but is still pretty impressive. dave ------------------------------------------------------------------------ To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address moderator@dmcnews.com ------------------------------ message 1735 ------------------------------ http://www.eGroups.com/list/dmcnews/?start=1735 X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: Gerald Deutsch Date: Wed, 21 Jul 1999 11:33:58 -0400 MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: Engine Performance Content-Type: multipart/mixed; boundary="---- =_NextPart_000_01BED36C.EDCE46C0" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit ------ =_NextPart_000_01BED36C.EDCE46C0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" content-transfer-encoding: 7bit content-type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" Sure, I'll elaborate.... It's slow. Not VERY slow, but it is slow. Oh well... ---Dan ---------- From: ryan arsenault[SMTP:rybeth@flash.net] Sent: Tuesday, July 20, 1999 9:26 PM To: dmcnews@egroups.com Subject: [DML] Engine Performance Hi list. I know a DeLorean only has 130 horses. It seems that it has a reputation of being a slow car. Would anyone care to elaborate on this and perhaps dispel the popular belief? ------------------------------------------------------------------------ To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address moderator@dmcnews.com ------------------------------------------------------------------------ To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address moderator@dmcnews.com ------ =_NextPart_000_01BED36C.EDCE46C0 Content-Type: application/ms-tnef content-transfer-encoding: base64 content-type: application/ms-tnef eJ8+IgEPAQaQCAAEAAAAAAABAAEAAQeQBgAIAAAA5AQAAAAAAADoAAENgAQAAgAAAAIAAgABBJAG ABwBAAABAAAADAAAAAMAADADAAAACwAPDgAAAAACAf8PAQAAAEUAAAAAAAAAgSsfpL6jEBmdbgDd AQ9UAgAAAABkbWNuZXdzQGVncm91cHMuY29tAFNNVFAAZG1jbmV3c0BlZ3JvdXBzLmNvbQAAAAAe AAIwAQAAAAUAAABTTVRQAAAAAB4AAzABAAAAFAAAAGRtY25ld3NAZWdyb3Vwcy5jb20AAwAVDAEA AAADAP4PBgAAAB4AATABAAAAFgAAACdkbWNuZXdzQGVncm91cHMuY29tJwAAAAIBCzABAAAAGQAA AFNNVFA6RE1DTkVXU0BFR1JPVVBTLkNPTQAAAAADAAA5AAAAAAsAQDoBAAAAAgH2DwEAAAAEAAAA AAAAA/MzAQiABwAYAAAASVBNLk1pY3Jvc29mdCBNYWlsLk5vdGUAMQgBBIABAB0AAABSRTogW0RN TF0gRW5naW5lIFBlcmZvcm1hbmNlAI4JAQWAAwAOAAAAzwcHABUACwAhADoAAwBbAQEggAMADgAA AM8HBwAVAAsAIAA4AAMAWAEBCYABACEAAABFQUE3OTA1NzhERDNCRTExQTgyNTUyOTM0MTBGQTlF QgA+BwEDkAYAOAQAABIAAAALACMAAAAAAAMAJgAAAAAACwApAAAAAAADADYAAAAAAEAAOQDg3iNz jtO+AR4AcAABAAAAHQAAAFJFOiBbRE1MXSBFbmdpbmUgUGVyZm9ybWFuY2UAAAAAAgFxAAEAAAAW AAAAAb7TjnMjDg9AwT9fEdObnkRFU1QAAAAAHgAeDAEAAAAFAAAAU01UUAAAAAAeAB8MAQAAABMA AABKZXJyeTFAZWNsaXBzZS5uZXQAAAMABhBSN/iCAwAHEOABAAAeAAgQAQAAAGUAAABTVVJFLElM TEVMQUJPUkFURUlUU1NMT1dOT1RWRVJZU0xPVyxCVVRJVElTU0xPV09IV0VMTC0tLURBTi0tLS0t LS0tLS1GUk9NOlJZQU5BUlNFTkFVTFRTTVRQOlJZQkVUSEBGAAAAAAIBCRABAAAAtQIAALECAAD6 BAAATFpGdW1A1fX/AAoBDwIVAqgF6wKDAFAC8gkCAGNoCsBzZXQyNwYABsMCgzIDxQIAcHJCcRHi c3RlbQKDM3cC5AcTAoB9CoAIzwnZO/EWDzI1NQKACoENsQtg4G5nMTAzFFALChRRHQvyYwBABgAI cGUsIGhJJ2wDIGULYAbgcpphE9AuHDEbQHQnBCBKcxWgdxxgTm8FQFaYRVJZHMMbMGJ1BUAeaR5B HLYKhQqFT2ggqncboGwcQi0gsEQAcIMfLAr0bGkxODAC0eBpLTE0NA3wDNAi87kLWTE2CqADYBPQ YwVAvyCxJRUKhyPLDDAklkYDYY46Jh4klgyCIHJ5A5EBEZJuYXVsdFtTUE1UUDop0GIRwGhCQBjh c2gubhHAXb8lvybNBmACMCf/KQtUClBQc2RheRswSiqAeSYgAdAbMDE5MXAgOcA6MjYgUE0sLybN jFRvLm8pC2RtYyvgMHdzQGUJwAhgcHMaLgWgbTIvLT51YmoHJNE0TykLW0RNTF3sIEUZEAuAZTHw BJACEDJyA4FjZSEfIiMzNscjlxpFJJZIaSAiUBPAMRxhIGtuHPAqECBE9GVMBbBlA5ECIDDxEYDx BCAxMzBCEAWwEbA3APcccRzACeBtBCArUBwAHlJtQiJhCoUWEHAeMBwAaasCIEHAZh4QZQuAZ0ER WRzSIGMKwBxgVwhgbPJkKhBueQIgPFBGoTxQ/HRvG5hBwUOhBAAKhQBw/UcwcASQEYA28DYQBABK AOcDICtQPFBwb0UQC2AFwPcrMCJQDcA/HywlGE2fTq+fT79QeQqFNCAqEGRkFhA/BBE3IQeAAjAE IBNQaXb/HAEw8UgRSvIEY0VBRgET0PxhbRswC1BBkBGwUhdURf0FsEA2JTcZV589Xz5vP3kLCoUV MQBckAAAAAMAEBAAAAAAAwAREAAAAABAAAcwQOUtTo7TvgFAAAgwQOUtTo7TvgEeAD0AAQAAAAUA AABSRTogAAAAAAYg ------ =_NextPart_000_01BED36C.EDCE46C0-- ------------------------------ message 1736 ------------------------------ http://www.eGroups.com/list/dmcnews/?start=1736 X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: Paraversal@aol.com Date: Wed, 21 Jul 1999 12:16:11 EDT MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: Stainless Steel Body Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit The previous owner of my DeLorean appearantly used steel wool to clean part of the drivers-side gullwing, and it looks a little brown. I know what caused this but what can I do to work out the rusty spots? Anything? Thanks, Justin vin 6195 ------------------------------------------------------------------------ To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address moderator@dmcnews.com ------------------------------ message 1737 ------------------------------ http://www.eGroups.com/list/dmcnews/?start=1737 X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ In-Reply-To: <000a01bed320$4ff7b2c0$02000003@tccomtrade> Mime-Version: 1.0 From: Will Date: Wed, 21 Jul 1999 13:46:22 -0400 Subject: [DML] Re: Centerforce Clutches Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit That's probably the #1 performance clutch company out there, you can see there stuff on world class rally cars, 6000 hp top fuel cars, and anything in between > I was just roaming around on the internet and ran across a company >called Centerforce who sells/manufactures performance clutches (their >address is:  http://centerforce.com/).  In Will will@willburns.com will@macteens.com will@team.camaroz28.com http://www.willburns.com http://www.macteens.com "Eagles may soar, but weasels don't get sucked into jet engines" ------------------------------------------------------------------------ To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address moderator@dmcnews.com ------------------------------ message 1738 ------------------------------ http://www.eGroups.com/list/dmcnews/?start=1738 X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Mime-Version: 1.0 Date: Wed, 21 Jul 1999 11:58:20 -0700 From: raddad@cmn.net (Dick Ryan) Subject: [DML] Engine Performance/Weight Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit Bob I don't have my owners manual or my workshop manual here at work, but I distinctly recall the DeLorean being under 3000lbs. with a complete set of fluids. Where did you get 3200 lbs? Dick Ryan VIN 16867 ------------------------------------------------------------------------ To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address moderator@dmcnews.com ------------------------------ message 1739 ------------------------------ http://www.eGroups.com/list/dmcnews/?start=1739 X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: "DMC Joe" Date: Wed, 21 Jul 1999 13:51:01 -0400 MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: Centerforce Clutches Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1 Content-Transfer-Encoding: 8bit Sean, We use Centerforce pressure plates exclusively for all of our clutch replacements. As a result of their centrifical counterweight design they require less pedal pressure, a welcome change to the normally hard pedal. Additionally Centerforce has always been a name associated with top quality clutch components. DMC Joe / DeLorean Services / Web Site: ---------- From: Sean Howley To: DMC News Subject: [DML] Centerforce Clutches Date: Tuesday, July 20, 1999 10:25 PM I was just roaming around on the internet and ran across a company called Centerforce who sells/manufactures performance clutches (their address is: http://centerforce.com/). In looking through the online clutch guide, I noticed that they sell performance clutches for DeLoreans. Has anyone out there used one of these clutches on their DeLorean or any other car and what differences you noticed - if any. Sean Howley VIN#2345 ------------------------------------------------------------------------ ___________ÿADZZXXP To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address moderator@dmcnews.com ------------------------------------------------------------------------ To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address moderator@dmcnews.com ------------------------------ message 1740 ------------------------------ http://www.eGroups.com/list/dmcnews/?start=1740 X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Wed, 21 Jul 1999 14:08:01 -0400 From: John Hanley <106165.1407@compuserve.com> MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Locked out of trunk ! Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1 Content-Transfer-Encoding: quoted-printable Chester try tying the cable into a loop to form a sort of handle it isnt easy cause in order to do that you have to stretch the outer cable which has the PVC coating which is fixed under the Hood. Then by carefully kneeling in the correct position and tuging on the cable at right angles = to the car and lifting the hood with your other hand you will just manage to= pull the catch enough to release the hood....... Hey ive been there!! Once open you can temporaryily breath a sigh of relief and put the can opener away. What to do next think yourself lucky and order a new cable from DMC Houston or other approved stockist of such fine gear. i was told that there is a boot under the front drivers side wheel arch which if you remove the wheel you may be able to gain access to the hood...even if you could get your hand through it you have to figure out how to peel back the carpet and other fine stuff you may have there also = to get to the latch which is located just off centre and works by the cable pulling on a spring in the oppostie direction in order to affect the release. Other suggestiongs put to me at the time were try bending a wire coathang= er and pulling back on it from the passenger side....yeah right = i honestly wish you the very best of luck John Hanley = Vin 16369 = p.s isnt the truck in the rear as in engine compartment and the hood up front???? ------------------------------------------------------------------------ To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address moderator@dmcnews.com ------------------------------ message 1741 ------------------------------ http://www.eGroups.com/list/dmcnews/?start=1741 X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: "DMC Joe" Date: Wed, 21 Jul 1999 13:56:55 -0400 MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: Locked out of trunk ! Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1 Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit DMC Joe / DeLorean Services / Web Site: ---------- > From: DMC Joe > To: snc@usinternet.com > Subject: Re: [DML] Locked out of trunk ! > Date: Wednesday, July 21, 1999 1:55 PM > > Chester, > We have a solution. It will be much quicker and easier for me to explain > the procedure over the phone, just give me a call. 770 631-4800. > > DMC Joe / DeLorean Services / > Web Site: > > ---------- > > From: snc@usinternet.com > > To: dmcnews@eGroups.com > > Subject: [DML] Locked out of trunk ! > > Date: Wednesday, July 21, 1999 12:00 AM > > > > Hello everyone, > > > > My trunk release cable quit working. I've tried using vise gripps on > > the cable > > but no luck. Does anyone know the exact way to access the trunk and how > > to release the trunk. Knut suggested lifting up on one side but also > > added it might crease the trunk lid. Also from beneath the car there > > is a access pannel > > but how do you actulally release the latch. I'm about to run out of gas > > , and my Delorean tech manual is also in the trunk. > > > > Running on empty, > > CHESTER > > > > > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > > To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address > moderator@dmcnews.com > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address moderator@dmcnews.com ------------------------------ message 1742 ------------------------------ http://www.eGroups.com/list/dmcnews/?start=1742 X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: "SweatyEddy" References: Date: Wed, 21 Jul 1999 12:16:58 -0000 MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: spark plugs Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit From a chemists point of view platinium would probably be the best choice, it would be the optimum metal of the choices for a combination of conductivity, durability, and catalytic ability. In the environment of an internal combustion engine I doubt whether the difference is much more than theory. My 2 cents... -SweatyEddy ----- Original Message ----- From: To: Sent: Tuesday, July 20, 1999 12:56 PM Subject: [DML] Re: spark plugs > Joe, > > Since you are recommending the use of the platinum spark plugs. I was > wondering what was the differences between the copper, silver and the > platinum plugs? > > I was told that the platinum plugs are not as good as the silver plugs and to > avoid them. > > Kayo Ong > #05508 > Lic 9D NY > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address moderator@dmcnews.com > > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address moderator@dmcnews.com ------------------------------ message 1743 ------------------------------ http://www.eGroups.com/list/dmcnews/?start=1743 X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: "SweatyEddy" References: <000a01bed320$4ff7b2c0$02000003@tccomtrade> Date: Wed, 21 Jul 1999 12:21:53 -0000 MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: Centerforce Clutches Content-Type: multipart/alternative; boundary="----=_NextPart_000_004B_01BED373.9E1C30E0" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit ------=_NextPart_000_004B_01BED373.9E1C30E0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" content-transfer-encoding: quoted-printable content-type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" I have about 35,000 miles on my Centerforce clutch, it is still performing = great, I have no complaints. -SweatyEddy ----- Original Message ----- = From: Sean Howley = To: DMC News = Sent: Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:25 AM Subject: [DML] Centerforce Clutches I was just roaming around on the internet and ran across a company called= Centerforce who sells/manufactures performance clutches (their address is:= http://centerforce.com/). In looking through the online clutch guide, I = noticed that they sell performance clutches for DeLoreans. Has anyone out = there used one of these clutches on their DeLorean or any other car and wha= t differences you noticed - if any. Sean Howley VIN#2345 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------= --- ___________==ADZZXXH To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address mode= rato-@dmcnews.com = ------------------------------------------------------------------------ ___________==_ADZZXXP To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address modera= tor@dmcnews.com ------=_NextPart_000_004B_01BED373.9E1C30E0 Content-Type: text/html; charset="iso-8859-1" content-transfer-encoding: quoted-printable content-type: text/html; charset="iso-8859-1"
I have about 35,000 miles on my Centerforce clutch, it i= s = still performing great, I have no complaints.
-SweatyEddy
----- Original Message -----
From= : = Sean= = Howley
Sent: Wednesday, July 21, 1999 2:25= = AM
Subject: [DML] Centerforce Clutches=

I was just roaming around on the internet and ran acro= ss a = company called Centerforce who sells/manufactures performance clutches (t= heir = address is:  http://centerforce.com/).  In lo= oking = through the online clutch guide, I noticed that they sell performance clu= tches = for DeLoreans.  Has anyone out there used one of these clutches on t= heir = DeLorean or any other car and what differences you noticed - if = any.
 
Sean Howley
VIN#2345
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To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address moderato-@dmcnews.com ------=_NextPart_000_004B_01BED373.9E1C30E0-- ------------------------------ message 1744 ------------------------------ http://www.eGroups.com/list/dmcnews/?start=1744 X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Wed, 21 Jul 1999 15:51:23 -0400 From: Scott Donnelly MIME-Version: 1.0 References: Subject: [DML] Re: Stainless Steel Body Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit Try a product called On & Off by Mary Kate. This is commonly available at marine supply stores (Boat US, West Marine...) and works very well to clean rust stains off fiberglass as well as stainless steel hardware. Scott Donnelly Paraversal@aol.com wrote: > The previous owner of my DeLorean appearantly used steel wool to clean part > of the drivers-side gullwing, and it looks a little brown. I know what caused > this but what can I do to work out the rusty spots? Anything? > > Thanks, > > Justin > vin 6195 > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address moderator@dmcnews.com ------------------------------------------------------------------------ To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address moderator@dmcnews.com ------------------------------ message 1745 ------------------------------ http://www.eGroups.com/list/dmcnews/?start=1745 X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Wed, 21 Jul 1999 20:39:26 +0100 From: Martin Gutkowski MIME-Version: 1.0 References: <379521BF.2CDFF881@flash.net> Subject: [DML] Re: Engine Performance Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit Visit my website to this page http://delorean.connect-2.co.uk/exhaustmod.htm This explains some of the problems, and "our" (ie in the UK) way of overcoming them. 167 horses is what the first car (an auto) registered on a rolling road. I would also like to point out that the modification is completely reversible and many people over here drive their D's for the love and not for the performance, and hence do not go for it. Best Wishes, Martin DeLorean Owners Club UK http://delorean.connect-2.co.uk ryan arsenault wrote: > Hi list. I know a DeLorean only has 130 horses. It seems that it has a > reputation of being a slow car. Would anyone care to elaborate on this > and perhaps dispel the popular belief? > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address moderator@dmcnews.com ------------------------------ message 1746 ------------------------------ http://www.eGroups.com/list/dmcnews/?start=1746 X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: KayoOng@aol.com Date: Wed, 21 Jul 1999 17:05:55 EDT MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: Centerforce Clutches Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit Sean, If I am not mistaken, I think I had one installed by PJ Grady two years ago. There is a difference --- it is much better then the standard clutch. Kayo Ong #05508 Lic 9D NY ------------------------------------------------------------------------ To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address moderator@dmcnews.com ------------------------------ message 1747 ------------------------------ http://www.eGroups.com/list/dmcnews/?start=1747 X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: DMC5524@aol.com Date: Wed, 21 Jul 1999 17:23:17 EDT MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: Engine Performance Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit In a message dated 7/21/99 3:21:48 PM Central Daylight Time, oehcs@flash.net writes: << This actual at the wheels testing shows unfortunately that the D was not a performance car for its actual weight of 3200+ lbs. >> I am probably wrong, but I thought the DeLorean weight was much less than this. Somewhere around 2700 to 2800 pounds? This would make a difference when comparing the horsepower to pound ratios. "Weighting" to hear more on this subject, David ------------------------------------------------------------------------ To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address moderator@dmcnews.com ------------------------------ message 1748 ------------------------------ http://www.eGroups.com/list/dmcnews/?start=1748 X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Wed, 21 Jul 1999 16:36:10 +0000 From: Robert Brandys MIME-Version: 1.0 References: <000a01bed320$4ff7b2c0$02000003@tccomtrade> Subject: [DML] Re: Centerforce Clutches Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit I would not recommended a center force clutch for a D. I bought one years ago when my stock clutch died. After installing it PROPERLY, the counter weight would not clear the pressure plate. I eventually had to remove them. Go with a stock clutch pack. Dr. Bob ------------------------------------------------------------------------ To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address moderator@dmcnews.com ------------------------------ message 1749 ------------------------------ http://www.eGroups.com/list/dmcnews/?start=1749 X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: "DMC Joe" Date: Wed, 21 Jul 1999 18:00:36 -0400 MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: spark plugs Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1 Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit I guess this could turn into another "oil" argument. So in respect to our moderators I will try to end it right here. The factory supplied Bosch HR 6 DS plugs give excellent performance and usually will last 60K miles without failure. Bosh advertises the Platinum version as their ultimate plug. It contains a 99.9% center electrode which has a melting point of 3200 F, higher than any other metal used in automotive spark plugs. No matter what plug you use just be sure it's Bosch. BTW my D has always had the Platinum plugs, it now has 260K miles and still going. DMC Joe / DeLorean Services / Web Site: ---------- > From: Sean Howley > To: dmcnews@egroups.com > Subject: [DML] Re: spark plugs > Date: Tuesday, July 20, 1999 9:59 PM > > Recently, I replaced the plugs in my D and purchased them through PJG. In > talking to them, they suggested to use the copper version of this plug as it > lasts just about as long as the silver, works just as good, and costs much > less. They also suggested against using the platinum version as they have > noticed the results not being as good as the other two types. If I recall, > it is the DC version. > > I purchased the Copper version and I haven't had any problems out of it. > > Sean Howley > VIN#2345 > > > huh? I though the DS was the better plug.. It's silver instead of > > platinum. > > > > Any other opinions on this? > > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address moderator@dmcnews.com > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address moderator@dmcnews.com ------------------------------ message 1750 ------------------------------ http://www.eGroups.com/list/dmcnews/?start=1750 X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Mime-Version: 1.0 Date: Wed, 21 Jul 1999 16:22:57 -0700 From: raddad@cmn.net (Dick Ryan) Subject: [DML] Sparkplugs Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit Joe or any others on the list: Has anyone tried the new Bosch Platinum plugs with the multiple prongs (can't rmember if it is 3 or 4)? Bosch claims both a cleaner burn and a 3-4% increase in gas mileage. Dick Ryan VIN 16867 ------------------------------------------------------------------------ To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address moderator@dmcnews.com ------------------------------ message 1751 ------------------------------ http://www.eGroups.com/list/dmcnews/?start=1751 X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Wed, 21 Jul 1999 18:14:22 -0400 From: John Hanley <106165.1407@compuserve.com> MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: Locked out of trunk ! Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1 Content-Transfer-Encoding: quoted-printable hey Joe perhaps you would share with us all?? ------------------------------------------------------------------------ To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address moderator@dmcnews.com ------------------------------ message 1752 ------------------------------ http://www.eGroups.com/list/dmcnews/?start=1752 X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: "DMC Joe" Date: Wed, 21 Jul 1999 18:09:11 -0400 MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: Centerforce Clutches Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1 Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit Bob, The counter weights are on the backside of the pressure plate, there is several inches of clearance between the back of the pressure plate and the bell housing, I don't understand your clearance problem. It is possible you tried to install a Centerforce disc. Centerforce does not make a disc (clutch plate) that fits the DeLorean. DMC Joe / DeLorean Services / Web Site: ---------- > From: Robert Brandys > To: dmcnews@egroups.com > Subject: [DML] Re: Centerforce Clutches > Date: Wednesday, July 21, 1999 12:36 PM > > I would not recommended a center force clutch for a D. I bought one > years ago when my stock clutch died. After installing it PROPERLY, the > counter weight would not clear the pressure plate. I eventually had to > remove them. Go with a stock clutch pack. > > Dr. Bob > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address moderator@dmcnews.com > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address moderator@dmcnews.com ------------------------------ message 1753 ------------------------------ http://www.eGroups.com/list/dmcnews/?start=1753 X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: "DMC Joe" Date: Wed, 21 Jul 1999 18:19:26 -0400 MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: Engine Performance Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1 Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit The factory specified weight for the DeLorean with a full tank of gas is 2,712 pounds (1232.73 kg). DMC Joe / DeLorean Services / Web Site: ---------- > From: DMC5524@aol.com > To: dmcnews@egroups.com > Subject: [DML] Re: Engine Performance > Date: Wednesday, July 21, 1999 5:23 PM > > In a message dated 7/21/99 3:21:48 PM Central Daylight Time, oehcs@flash.net > writes: > > << This actual at the wheels testing shows unfortunately that the D was not > a performance car for its actual weight of 3200+ lbs. >> > > I am probably wrong, but I thought the DeLorean weight was much less than > this. Somewhere around 2700 to 2800 pounds? This would make a difference when > comparing the horsepower to pound ratios. > > "Weighting" to hear more on this subject, > > David > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address moderator@dmcnews.com > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address moderator@dmcnews.com ------------------------------ message 1754 ------------------------------ http://www.eGroups.com/list/dmcnews/?start=1754 X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Wed, 21 Jul 1999 23:21:24 +0100 From: Martin Gutkowski MIME-Version: 1.0 References: Subject: [DML] Re: wheres the prototype? Content-Type: text/plain; charset=iso-8859-1 Content-Transfer-Encoding: 8bit Okay, I had to ring Dave Howarth this evening about the upcoming Coys festival, and so asked him about this car. He came up with a lot of information - I just hope I can remember it! [BTW, Dave has just bought his FOURTH DeLorean. He now owns the car in Back From The Future - the right-hooker formerly owned by John Taylor of Duran Duran] 1) The car is STILL at Lotus in Norwich. It is sitting in a yard of test/prototype cars used for everything from crash tests to bodywork. 2) Usually such cars are destroyed or recycled within 8 weeks BUT this is one of the original DMC prototypes from before Lotus' involvement. Nobody can officially claim ownership, so although Dave and Simon have both attempted to buy it, there is no owner to sell it! 3) It is the same as the car on the cover of the DeLorean portfolio - not the same car - one of four with 4 cylinder engines built for promotional purposes. The one at Lotus was shipped over for experimentation by Lotus. 4) It has the two-piece chassis ditched by Lotus for the backbone frame. 5) The only glass in place is the windscreen. 6) It has a grey interior, UNlike the brown prototypes. 7) The interior is now green :o) 8) The bonnet opens in the same way as the production cars. 9) Until you speak to the "right" people, Lotus will deny its existence. 10) The opinion of it when it drove was that it was awful - and VERY unsafe in that chassis design. 11) Don't expect to turn up at Lotus and to go and see it - Simon and Dave had to wait a long time to be invited, and they were very wary of the Cameras. Only Simon was allowed to take photos and then ONLY of that car! If you want to see that car moved, keep trying with Lotus! Dave said if he ever got his hands on it, he'd take the restoration project on, and eventually donate it to the museum in Belfast with the original wooden mock-up. A realistic price given him by Colin Chapman's son (who Dave has done work for) would be twice its scrap value - and that would be well under £1000 in total. Unfortunately, having nothing to do with Lotus himself other than a cordial relationship, he couldn't help. Hope this is interesting! Martin DeLorean Owners Club UK http://delorean.connect-2.co.uk James Espey wrote: > A car that matches this description is/was in the possession of Lotus as > recently as 1997. The DMC UK website featured it in their newsletter - very > sad condition. > > James Espey > DeLorean Motor Company > Houston, Texas > > 281/568-9573 > 800/USA-DMC1 > http://www.usadmc.com ------------------------------------------------------------------------ To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address moderator@dmcnews.com ------------------------------ message 1755 ------------------------------ http://www.eGroups.com/list/dmcnews/?start=1755 X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Wed, 21 Jul 1999 23:23:15 +0100 From: Martin Gutkowski MIME-Version: 1.0 References: <008101bed246$e77068c0$974cd6ce@drgolden.ix.netcom.com> Subject: [DML] Re: Left Lower Control Arm Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit Apparently here in the UK, we have had a couple of successes with welding up a broken one. Best Wishes, Martin http://delorean.connect-2.co.uk Don Golden wrote: > On Saturday, as I approached a red light, there was a loud bang and a > grinding noise as the left front of my D dropped to the pavement. Had it > towed up to Dana Haglins place in Boulder. The lower left control arm > completely broke. > > To make a long story short , I'm trying to run down a used/rebuilt lower > left control arm. Currently, the only one that we've been able to find is > very pricey ($$$$). > > Anyone out there have access to used rebuilt parts, or one that could be > salvaged. > > Would appreciate your help. > > Thanks > > Don G ------------------------------------------------------------------------ To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address moderator@dmcnews.com ------------------------------ message 1756 ------------------------------ http://www.eGroups.com/list/dmcnews/?start=1756 X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: SAND131@aol.com Date: Wed, 21 Jul 1999 18:57:18 EDT MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: Centerforce Clutches Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit Dear Sean and DMC Joe, Have a Centerforce in my Delorean and as Raddad said "works OK," So I put one in my Mustang 5.0 it didn't last any longer than the stocker and they don't rebuild them so I will have to toss a $300.00 plus duel disc Centerforce in a few weeks. I will go back to the Ford I think? Ralph ------------------------------------------------------------------------ To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address moderator@dmcnews.com ------------------------------ message 1757 ------------------------------ http://www.eGroups.com/list/dmcnews/?start=1757 X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: "robert parker" Date: Wed, 21 Jul 1999 16:03:38 PDT Mime-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: Locked out of trunk ! Content-Type: text/plain; format=flowed Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit I had a similar problem- my latch clip fell off the pin holding the cable to the trunk latch. I obtained a flathead screwdriver (~6" long), & came in from the windshield side, moving the latch out of the way (toward pass. side). Had trunk open in <10 min.! Reattached clip & also attached aux. cable. No problems since. Robert VIN 6924 >From: snc@usinternet.com >Reply-To: dmcnews@egroups.com >To: dmcnews@eGroups.com >Subject: [DML] Locked out of trunk ! >Date: Tue, 20 Jul 1999 21:00:07 -0700 > >Hello everyone, > >My trunk release cable quit working. I've tried using vise gripps on >the cable >but no luck. Does anyone know the exact way to access the trunk and how >to release the trunk. Knut suggested lifting up on one side but also >added it might crease the trunk lid. Also from beneath the car there >is a access pannel >but how do you actulally release the latch. I'm about to run out of gas >, and my Delorean tech manual is also in the trunk. > >Running on empty, > CHESTER > > >------------------------------------------------------------------------ >To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address >moderator@dmcnews.com > > > _______________________________________________________________ Get Free Email and Do More On The Web. Visit http://www.msn.com ------------------------------------------------------------------------ To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address moderator@dmcnews.com ------------------------------ message 1758 ------------------------------ http://www.eGroups.com/list/dmcnews/?start=1758 X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: "robert parker" Date: Wed, 21 Jul 1999 16:18:24 PDT Mime-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: ANY BODY THERE ? Content-Type: text/plain; format=flowed Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit OK, try this: David Takeuchi PO Box 2015 Klamath Falls,OR 97601 (503)883-2752 H. (503)882-8009 Tel./FAX from another card David gave me. Would be a pity to lose a DeLorean owner, he was an interesting fellow. Usually I ask for VINs when I get business cards, but I neglected to get his. If this doesn't work, I guess we lost him. (Might have returned to Japan) Sorry I can't be of more help. Robert VIN 6924 >From: Milestwo@aol.com >Reply-To: dmcnews@egroups.com >To: dmcnews@egroups.com >Subject: [DML] ANY BODY THERE ? >Date: Fri, 4 Jun 1999 20:29:30 EDT > >Am I the only one in the So. OREGON area who drives a DELOREAN ?, would >like >to get together with other owners from Eugene south to northern Calif. for >some D chat and coffee or food. Email me directly if you are in the area >and >have any interest in a get together. >Lloyd--VIN #3502--email--MILESTWO@AOL.COM > >------------------------------------------------------------------------ >BrainPlay.com has all of your favorite Star Wars action figures, >toys, video games and more. See details inside on how to receive >a FREE Star Wars Action Figure! “Feel the Force” today with >BrainPlay.com at: http://clickhere.egroups.com/click/343 > > > >eGroups.com home: http://www.egroups.com/group/dmcnews >http://www.egroups.com - Simplifying group communications > > > > > _______________________________________________________________ Get Free Email and Do More On The Web. Visit http://www.msn.com ------------------------------------------------------------------------ To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address moderator@dmcnews.com ------------------------------ message 1759 ------------------------------ http://www.eGroups.com/list/dmcnews/?start=1759 X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: Delorean17@aol.com Date: Wed, 21 Jul 1999 19:37:08 EDT MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: Engine Performance Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit Hello, I got this information from the Dmc-news FAQ. hope this clears things up! To be exact, the total curb weight with a full tank of gas is 2712 lbs (1232.73 kg) with a weigth distribution of 35% in the front and 65% in the rear. David :) ------------------------------------------------------------------------ To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address moderator@dmcnews.com ------------------------------ message 1760 ------------------------------ http://www.eGroups.com/list/dmcnews/?start=1760 X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Wed, 21 Jul 1999 19:43:34 -0400 From: dmc daddy Subject: [DML] (DML) Classic Car Auction Content-Type: text/plain Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit Attention Michigan D Fans! RM Classic Car Productions is having another one of their killer auctions at the end of this month. Check out this page at http://www.rmcars.com/calendar.html. No, I don't work for them, but I've been to their last 2 auctions in Novi. The last auction featured 2 D's. One was a prototype, which was beautiful to behold, and the other was a gorgeous example of a meticulously maintained D. I almost had my hands on it, but I was out-bided by about $1000! BTW, after the yahoo-geocities fiasco, I finally got my site back up. Check it out. It features the real truth about JZD and his life on this planet. http://www.geocities.com/MotorCity/Boulevard/6462/ ------------------------------------------------------------------------ To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address moderator@dmcnews.com ------------------------------ message 1761 ------------------------------ http://www.eGroups.com/list/dmcnews/?start=1761 X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: dcsj@excite.com Date: Wed, 21 Jul 1999 17:30:16 PDT MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Question About Keys: For Lee Seiler Content-Type: text/plain Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit I'm sorry for having to use the DML for this but I've run into a problem getting a response from you. Back during the memorial day weekend you posted on the DML that you had shipped all your key backorders and that they would now be avaliable thru the major parts suppliers. I am one of the backorder customers and I never did receive my order. So, I called PJ Grady's and asked them if they had any of your new keys yet . They said it was going to be a couple of months before they received any ,do to a change in the manufacturing process. Could you Please give me and the List a current update? Thanks, Dennis Again, I'm sorry for using the list for this purpose. _______________________________________________________ Get your free, private email at http://mail.excite.com/ ------------------------------------------------------------------------ To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address moderator@dmcnews.com ------------------------------ message 1762 ------------------------------ http://www.eGroups.com/list/dmcnews/?start=1762 X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Thu, 22 Jul 1999 21:09:43 -0400 From: "Brian Galbiati" MIME-Version: 1.0 References: <76530cca.24c67799@aol.com> Subject: [DML] Re: after market wheels [longish] Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit keep in mind that when you change the wheel size you are also throwing off your speedometer reading as well. Jus4sho@aol.com wrote: > All the technical reasons for and against bigger wheels aside, if they don't > rub or stick out past the fenders, put on what YOU like. You're not > permanently modifying the car and it is YOUR car! Have fun with it! > > Steve > VIN 2650 > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address moderator@dmcnews.com ------------------------------------------------------------------------ To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address moderator@dmcnews.com ------------------------------ message 1763 ------------------------------ http://www.eGroups.com/list/dmcnews/?start=1763 X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Wed, 21 Jul 1999 22:15:55 -0500 From: "William F. Lane" MIME-Version: 1.0 References: <19990721175455.KTZI5731@delorean> Subject: [DML] Re: Centerforce Clutches Content-Type: text/plain; charset=iso-8859-1 Content-Transfer-Encoding: 8bit DMC Joe, I installed a Centerforce pressure clutch in my D about 15 years ago The original clutch was not strong enough to handle the extra load of my Rajay turbo. It works great but instead of having a very soft pedal pressure, it takes an awful lot of foot pressure to push the pedal. What could be the problem? Bill Lane vin 3635 blane@netunlimited.net DMC Joe wrote: > Sean, > We use Centerforce pressure plates exclusively for all of our clutch > replacements. As a result of their centrifical counterweight design they > require less pedal pressure, a welcome change to the normally hard pedal. > Additionally Centerforce has always been a name associated with top quality > clutch components. > > DMC Joe / DeLorean Services / > Web Site: > > ---------- > From: Sean Howley > To: DMC News > Subject: [DML] Centerforce Clutches > Date: Tuesday, July 20, 1999 10:25 PM > > I was just roaming around on the internet and ran across a company called > Centerforce who sells/manufactures performance clutches (their address is: > http://centerforce.com/). In looking through the online clutch guide, I > noticed that they sell performance clutches for DeLoreans. Has anyone out > there used one of these clutches on their DeLorean or any other car and > what differences you noticed - if any. > > Sean Howley > VIN#2345 > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > ___________ÿADZZXXP > To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address > moderator@dmcnews.com > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address moderator@dmcnews.com ------------------------------------------------------------------------ To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address moderator@dmcnews.com ------------------------------ message 1764 ------------------------------ http://www.eGroups.com/list/dmcnews/?start=1764 X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: CBL302@aol.com Date: Wed, 21 Jul 1999 22:40:18 EDT MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: Left Lower Control Arm Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit In a message dated 7/21/99 10:11:36 PM Eastern Daylight Time, martin.is@connect-2.co.uk writes: << To make a long story short , I'm trying to run down a used/rebuilt lower > left control arm. Currently, the only one that we've been able to find is > very pricey ($$$$). >> I was just wondering what the going price was for a drivers side lower control arm and upper A arm each.I have both to sell but I DO NOT want to be ripped off by bottom fishers,they has 9,000 original miles,and are in mint shape,also have spindle. for both sides. Claude Vin#000570 ------------------------------------------------------------------------ To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address moderator@dmcnews.com ------------------------------ message 1765 ------------------------------ http://www.eGroups.com/list/dmcnews/?start=1765 X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: dcsj@excite.com Date: Wed, 21 Jul 1999 18:56:20 PDT MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Question About Keys: For Lee Seiler Content-Type: text/plain Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit > From: dcsj@excite.com > To: dmcnews@egroups.com > Subject: Question About Keys: For Lee Seiler > Date: Wed, 21 Jul 1999 17:30:16 PDT > Message-ID: <932603416.22566.185@excite.com> > > I'm sorry for having to use the DML for this but I've run into a problem > getting a response from you. > Back during the memorial day weekend you posted on the DML that you had > shipped all your key backorders and that they would now be avaliable thru > the major parts suppliers. I am one of the backorder customers and I never > did receive > my order. So, I called PJ Grady's and asked them if they had any of your new > keys yet . They said it was going to be a couple of months before they > received any ,do to a change in the manufacturing process. Could you Please > give me and the List a current update? > > Thanks, Dennis > > Again, I'm sorry for using the list for this purpose. > > > > > _______________________________________________________ > Get your free, private email at http://mail.excite.com/ _______________________________________________________ Get your free, private email at http://mail.excite.com/ ------------------------------------------------------------------------ To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address moderator@dmcnews.com ------------------------------ message 1766 ------------------------------ http://www.eGroups.com/list/dmcnews/?start=1766 X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Wed, 21 Jul 1999 23:24:19 -0700 From: Chester Kozak MIME-Version: 1.0 References: <19990721230338.10455.qmail@hotmail.com> Subject: [DML] Re: Locked out of trunk ! Content-Type: multipart/alternative; boundary="------------B8B35A46E51ECD38D5D9FAB8" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit This message has been truncated due its extreme size. Read it online at the following location: http://www.egroups.com/group/dmcnews/1766.html? ------------------------------ message 1767 ------------------------------ http://www.eGroups.com/list/dmcnews/?start=1767 X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Wed, 21 Jul 1999 23:44:34 -0700 From: Chester Kozak MIME-Version: 1.0 References: <199907211814_MC2-7DDB-2D0@compuserve.com> Subject: [DML] Re: Locked out of trunk ! Content-Type: multipart/alternative; boundary="------------6D9F4561A7984044C05BA485" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit This message has been truncated due its extreme size. Read it online at the following location: http://www.egroups.com/group/dmcnews/1767.html? ------------------------------ message 1768 ------------------------------ http://www.eGroups.com/list/dmcnews/?start=1768 X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: "DMC Joe" Date: Wed, 21 Jul 1999 23:20:54 -0400 MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: Sparkplugs Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1 Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit Dick, I don't have any direct experience with these plugs but knowing Bosch I am very confident that their claims are credible. DMC Joe / DeLorean Services / Web Site: ---------- > From: Dick Ryan > To: dmcnews@egroups.com > Subject: [DML] Sparkplugs > Date: Wednesday, July 21, 1999 7:22 PM > > Joe or any others on the list: Has anyone tried the new Bosch Platinum > plugs with the multiple prongs (can't rmember if it is 3 or 4)? Bosch > claims both a cleaner burn and a 3-4% increase in gas mileage. > > Dick Ryan > VIN 16867 > > > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address moderator@dmcnews.com > ------------------------------ message 1769 ------------------------------ http://www.eGroups.com/list/dmcnews/?start=1769 X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: "DMC Joe" Date: Wed, 21 Jul 1999 23:29:25 -0400 MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: Locked out of trunk ! Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1 Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit On October 26, 1981 the factory issued Service Bulletin ST-21-10/81 which shows the procedure for opening the hood in the event of a cable failure. DMC Joe / DeLorean Services / Web Site: ---------- From: John Hanley <106165.1407@compuserve.com> To: INTERNET:dmcnews@egroups.com Subject: [DML] Re: Locked out of trunk ! Date: Wednesday, July 21, 1999 6:14 PM hey Joe perhaps you would share with us all?? ------------------------------------------------------------------------ To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address moderator@dmcnews.com ---------- ------------------------------ message 1770 ------------------------------ http://www.eGroups.com/list/dmcnews/?start=1770 X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: "DMC Joe" Date: Thu, 22 Jul 1999 00:00:36 -0400 MIME-Version: 1.0 Subject: [DML] Re: after market wheels [longish] Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1 Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit Hay Guys, The DeLorean and Lotus engineers spent untold hours in specifying the wheel and tire size to compensate for the 35/ 65 front to rear weight ratio. All types of dimensional perimeters were taken into account to insure the best possible handling characteristics not to mention safety concerns. DMC Joe / DeLorean Services / Web Site: ---------- > From: Brian Galbiati > To: dmcnews@egroups.com > Subject: [DML] Re: after market wheels [longish] > Date: Thursday, July 22, 1999 9:09 PM > > keep in mind that when you change the wheel size you are also throwing off your speedometer > reading as well. > > Jus4sho@aol.com wrote: > > > All the technical reasons for and against bigger wheels aside, if they don't > > rub or stick out past the fenders, put on what YOU like. You're not > > permanently modifying the car and it is YOUR car! Have fun with it! > > > > Steve > > VIN 2650 > > > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > > To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address moderator@dmcnews.com > > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address moderator@dmcnews.com > ------------------------------ message 1771 ------------------------------ http://www.eGroups.com/list/dmcnews/?start=1771 X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ From: "yugoman" Date: Thu, 22 Jul 1999 07:54:38 -0400 Subject: [DML] Re: Sparkplugs Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit If they're like Splitfires, they're probably a waste of money. -----Original Message----- From: Dick Ryan To: dmcnews@egroups.com Date: Wednesday, July 21, 1999 9:53 PM Subject: [DML] Sparkplugs >Joe or any others on the list: Has anyone tried the new Bosch Platinum >plugs with the multiple prongs (can't rmember if it is 3 or 4)? Bosch >claims both a cleaner burn and a 3-4% increase in gas mileage. > >Dick Ryan >VIN 16867 > > > >------------------------------------------------------------------------ >To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address moderator@dmcnews.com > > ------------------------------ message 1772 ------------------------------ http://www.eGroups.com/list/dmcnews/?start=1772 X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Thu, 22 Jul 1999 08:22:08 -0400 From: Marc A Levy MIME-Version: 1.0 References: <76530cca.24c67799@aol.com> <3797C0D7.34F26360@ccomm.com> Subject: [DML] Re: after market wheels [longish] Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit Not true! If you use a larger wheel, and lower profile tires you can get the radius pretty close to "stock", and keep the speedometer within reasonable accuracy. Along the same thread, I really like the look of the stock wheels, but they are a real pain to keep clean! I say this because if you are interested in buying some after market wheels, get a design that is not hard to clean. Brian Galbiati wrote: > > keep in mind that when you change the wheel size you are also throwing off your speedometer > reading as well. > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address moderator@dmcnews.com ------------------------------ message 1773 ------------------------------ http://www.eGroups.com/list/dmcnews/?start=1773 X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Thu, 22 Jul 1999 08:26:04 -0400 From: Marc A Levy MIME-Version: 1.0 References: Subject: [DML] Re: Sparkplugs Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit I have looked at the plugs, but never tried them. The only advantage I see is that you are giving a bit more surface area for the spark, but only on one electrode! I question how much improvement will be seen, and even if it does exist if it is worth the price. I also could not figure out how to "gap" them! Dick Ryan wrote: > > Joe or any others on the list: Has anyone tried the new Bosch Platinum > plugs with the multiple prongs (can't rmember if it is 3 or 4)? Bosch > claims both a cleaner burn and a 3-4% increase in gas mileage. > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address moderator@dmcnews.com ------------------------------ message 1774 ------------------------------ http://www.eGroups.com/list/dmcnews/?start=1774 X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Thu, 22 Jul 1999 06:36:15 -0600 (MDT) Mime-Version: 1.0 From: raddad@cmn.net Subject: [DML] The list Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit I'm closing the thread on Centerforce Clutches, Sparkplugs and Chester's Trunk/Bonnet/Hood, at least for the time being. What we are trying to do by shortening these threads is keep the list and its archives to a manageable size and create less of a chat room atmosphere without putting a damper on a true exchange of information. Search the archives. They contain a wealth of information. Further, any DeLorean owner who does not have the three part Bible - Workshop Manual, Parts Manual and Service Bulletins - is cheating himself. That's today's lecture; let's get out and drive these cars. It's even more fun than talking about them. Dick Ryan Moderator ------------------------------------------------------------------------ To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address moderator@dmcnews.com ------------------------------ message 1775 ------------------------------ http://www.eGroups.com/list/dmcnews/?start=1775 X-Mailing-List: dmcnews@egroups.com X-URL: http://www.egroups.com/list/dmcnews/ Date: Thu, 22 Jul 1999 08:18:35 -0400 From: Marc A Levy MIME-Version: 1.0 References: <379647E4.6354A1F0@connect-2.co.uk> Subject: [DML] Re: wheres the prototype? Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit Where can the pictures be found now? Martin Gutkowski wrote: > > 11) Don't expect to turn up at Lotus and to go and see it - Simon and Dave had to wait a long > time to be invited, and they were very wary of the Cameras. Only Simon was allowed to take > photos and then ONLY of that car! > > > James Espey wrote: > > > A car that matches this description is/was in the possession of Lotus as > > recently as 1997. The DMC UK website featured it in their newsletter - very > > sad condition. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address moderator@dmcnews.com ----------------------------------------------------------------- -- View the full archives, subscribe/unsubscribe, use the group calendar at http://www.eGroups.com/list/dmcnews Manage your subscriptions at http://eGroups.com Free e-mail groups by eGroups.com. 
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