dmcnews-digest Monday, September 28 1998 Volume 03 : Number 420
In this issue:
Re: DML: Original NCT Tires
DML: Delorean image in recent advert...
DML: Idle Problems
Re: DML: Original NCT Tires
DML: New 'zine available...
DML: [admin] www.dmcnews.com server issues
Re: DML: Original NCT Tires
Re: DML: Need a radio
DML: HATCHBACK LOUVRE WANTED
DML: New Owner
Re: DML: [admin] www.dmcnews.com server issues
DML: New Owner
DML: New Owner
Re: DML: New Owner
Re: DML: HATCHBACK LOUVRE WANTED
Re: DML: Original NCT Tires
Re: DML: Original NCT Tires
Re: DML: NCDMC Gatherings
DML: DeLorean Sighting
DML: air bags?
DML: Gas Smell
DML: Re: Idle Problems
DML: Delorean Movie?
Re: DML: Delorean Movie?
DML: Trip
Re: DML: air bags?
Re: DML: Gas Smell
Re: DML: Delorean Movie?
DML: radio installation
Re: DML: Gas Smell
Re: DML: Delorean Movie?
Re: DML: Gas Smell
Re: DML: radio installation
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Date: Fri, 25 Sep 1998 03:54:13 -0500
From: scottmueller@xxxxxxxxx (Scott Mueller)
Subject: Re: DML: Original NCT Tires
World Traveller wrote:
>
> There's a good chance that I will be purchasing and driving home an 81
> with 14K miles on it. It has the original tires and I will be driving
> about 400 miles home. Do you think that tires this old are still
> roadworthy or is it worth $400 to have the car trucked home?
> Mechanically it shouldn't be a problem as the current owner has replaced
> about all of the crucial components. How easy is it to fix a flat on one
> of these beasts? Looking forward to becoming part of the DeLorean
My 1981, still has the original NCT's on it. I now have 22K on them and
they are wearing very evenly. The key to even tire wear is air
pressure. I run 30 in the front and 36 in the rear. Inspect the tires
very closely, look for cracking in the sidewalls. If the car was not
stored on the ground, your tires may still be round. If it has sat in
one place for years, the tires will have become square and the ride will
be terrible. When I put my car back on the road in 1995, it road like a
truck, the shocks were shot 11K, once I replaced the shocks it road a
lot better. This week, I picked up a set of Yokohama AVS tires. You
will want to keep the NCT's for Concours type shows. To be on the safe
side, I would have the tires replaced and ship the NCT's home. I hope
your trip is uneventfull, but do be prepared to performn some repairs on
the road. Most people I have talked to, including myself, have had to
do some sort of repair work on the road, especially when a car has been
stored for several years. I have put 10K on my car since 1995 and am
finally getting all of the bugs out of the car. I just completed a 4400
mile road trip from home to Los Angeles with no real problems. Good
luck and have fun.
Scott Mueller
002981
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Date: Fri, 25 Sep 1998 20:12:53 +0100
From: "Ian T. A. Foster" <ian@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: DML: Delorean image in recent advert...
Calling DeLorean fanatics,
I have two snippets of information on DeLorean's recently sourced:
1. An advertisement for a photocopier featuring a DeLorean in a
'strange' position! ... caption reads "No more crashes at high speed"
The rear fender looks a little strange but its 100% DeLorean.
2. I'm presently writing the "Urban Design Guidelines for HongKong" and
got the DeLorean into one of the graphical illustrations ...
promoting a pollution free environment, anyone have an electric
DMC?!?
For anyone who wants a look at these images, drop me your email address
to <ian@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx> and I'll forward them.
Cheers, IAN (HongKong)
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Date: 25 Sep 1998 14:28:09 -0500
From: Dave.Sontos@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Subject: DML: Idle Problems
I've been playing with a Idle problem since I bought my car last November.
Then the engine wouldn't even run. I've cleaned the fuel tank, replaced
fuel
pump and baffle, replaced fuel filter, cleaned fuel injectors, and
adjusted
CO. The car runs now but has NO pickup. It just sits there and sputters
when
the light turns green and then after several seconds begins to move. I've
checked for vacuum leaks by blocking off all vacuum ports I could find
with no
change. Leaning out the idle CO adjustment seems to make the takeoff
better,
but then the car won't start or idle. Cranking the throttle idle
adjustment
down 3-4 turns allows the car to start, rev up to 2K and drop back to 1K
and
idle. Spark plugs are covered with soot.
As I understand, the idle adjustment screw on the throttle should be set
so
the throttle is closed completely and at the same time the microswitch
for the
ECU(?) adjustment screw is closing the contacts. As long as I don't
engage the
microswitch the car will idle. If I screw the screw in to engage the micro
switch now it kills the engine.
I am thinking maybe "Idle Speed Control Motor" or possibly the "Pressure
Regulator" on the Left valve cover or the engine idle computer.
Getting frustrated, any pointers will be appreciated.
Dave VIN 2573
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Date: Fri, 25 Sep 1998 16:09:43 EDT
From: KKoncelik@xxxxxxx
Subject: Re: DML: Original NCT Tires
The key to good tires is to keep sunlight off them. I have a set with
virtually no cracks or crazing and they are not too stiff although NCT's
aren't the best tires anyway.
Inspect the tires, if they look all dry and cracked then haul it. If they
look
OK then drive it. Most of the crazing will be to the outside since that
is
where the sunlight hits it most.
Ken
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Date: Fri, 25 Sep 98 13:48:32 -0000
From: James Espey <espey@xxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: DML: New 'zine available...
The altest edition of DMC-News, the 'zine, is now available for download.
This issue was was distributed in printed form at the DOA Expo in Los
Angeles and was a smash hit. Contents of Issue #3 include:
Cincinnati Show report
Tankzilla Installation
Luggage Rack installation
Mode Switch Rebuild Instructions
140MPH Speedo Kit Article
Regional Club news
And more...
The 'zine has a new format and design with this issue, many thanks to
DML'er Travis Graham for his assistance in preparing it. Additional
thanks go out to all of those who contributed to this issue:
Mike Griese
Bruce Benson
Scott Mueller
Marty Maier
Pacific Northwest DeLorean Club
DeLorean Club of Ohio
DeLorean Club of Oregon
DeLorean Mid-Atlantic
NOTE: Due to the new format and increased content, this is 6.3MB download
and requires the Adobe Acrobat Reader software (avaialble free from
www.adobe.com).
ftp://couriergraphics.com/zine003.pdf
Send complaints to me, praise to the list! Thanks!
James Espey
Moderator, DeLorean Mailing List
http://www.dmcnews.com
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Date: Fri, 25 Sep 98 14:03:57 -0000
From: James Espey <espey@xxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: DML: [admin] www.dmcnews.com server issues
For some time now I have been exceeding my server's space limitation by
approximately double what I am allowed (54MB vs 25MB). They have recently
caught on to this and now want me to do something about it. They will not
"sell" additional space, my only option is to upgrade to a larger
"package", the next higher of which includes many features that DMC-News
would not use and still less server space (just 50MB) than I currently
use. The next higher package above that is *extremely* cost-prohibitive
and still only provides minimal server space (75MB).
As an interim fix, I have moved some files to the server where I work -
notably the PDF's, but they are still accessible via the DMC-News web
pages. However, with the recent uploading of the latest issue of the
'zine, I have begun to exceed their server space limitation as well.
My options at this point, as i see them, are to either remove some of the
files from the server, or find a new home for all or some of the files.
If anyone on the list can host some or all of the FTP files (parts
manual, zines, test track video, etc) which total about 40 megabytes,
please let me know. Until I come up with a more elegant, cost-effective
solution, I would like to find a semi-permanent home for these files.
Email me privately to discuss further. Thanks!
James Espey
Moderator, DeLorean Mailing List
http://www.dmcnews.com
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Date: Sat, 26 Sep 1998 09:39:51 +0100
From: "Ian T. A. Foster" <ian@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: Re: DML: Original NCT Tires
Scott,
Can you give me an idea how much the set of Yokohama tyres cost you? Are
these the same profile as the original NCTs? Are they now one of the
preferred replacement tyres for the DMC?
I need to replace my set for my big drive from LA to Baltimore via
NewOrleans. Still hopeing that I'll be in Mobile on 31Oct98 ... will
confirm my timetable within 2 weeks.
Cheers, IAN
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Date: Fri, 25 Sep 1998 20:53:32 -0500
From: Thomas Bohmier <Bohmier@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: Re: DML: Need a radio
Dear De Miller:
This is an area that I have had recent experience in. I just installed, by
myself, a whole new system and here is what I did:
JVC shaft mount (knobs)
AM/FM/Cassette $120.00
20 watts per channel x 4
original rear speaker left in place (sound great with a good radio)
3" Infinity replaced the originals under the dash, adjacent to windshield
60.00
4" woofer with 1" tweeter Infiniti's mounted under dash facing down
90.00
I swear to God that you will think that you are in a concert hall. Not bad
for under $300.00
You will have to remove the gear shit knob, console and control knobs to
give you the manuevering room that you need.
While I was at it I clean up the prior wiring, taped it like the factory
did
and made the cables all the same length.
Thomas
De Miller wrote:
> Hi everyone:
> I'll be replacing my radio soon (hopefully this weekend) and would
> like to know if anyone has a make, model, brand etc., that they have
> used with little or no trouble. Of course, I'd like to pull the old one
> out and drop a new on in, if possible. I'm not necessarily looking for
> one for sale from list members (but, if you've got one, email me and
> we'll see), just some help in pointing me toward ones available at Best
> Buy etc., that have worked well for some of you is what I'm looking for.
> Thanks in advance. De Miller, Kansas City.
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Date: Fri, 25 Sep 1998 22:23:42 -0400
From: "John Pietrowski" <kritter@xxxxxxxxx>
Subject: DML: HATCHBACK LOUVRE WANTED
I am looking for a used/new louvre for the rear hatchback. Mine has a few
cracks that are too expensive to repair. Anybody who has a used or new
one
for sale, let me know.
Also, has anybody ever had success in ordering anything from the "Delorean
Historical Society?" I have been trying to e-mail the guy but get no
response. Does anyone know how to contact paraversal@xxxxxxx by phone or
mail?
Thanks to all for this great mailing list. I submitted a design for the
t-shirt contest and can't wait until voting time. It will definitely be
fun
to pick a winner, Good Luck everybody!
John G Pietrowski
Toledo OH
kritter@xxxxxxxxx
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Date: Fri, 25 Sep 1998 19:22:34 -0700
From: World Traveller <eurojet@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: DML: New Owner
Assuming that I buy and drive home my new DeLorean in two weeks what do
you experienced owners recommend I DON'T do once I get it home? Is there
such a book as "DeLorean Ownership For Dummies"? I'm used to buying a
used car and the first thing that I do is wash and wax it MY way. This
is part of the "bonding" process. Don't worry, I've read enough to know
not to wax my new D but what else should I avoid besides steel wool and
sandpaper? I will take it up to Garden Grove to have the guys check it
out and tell me if I got screwed on the deal or did okay. Honesty counts
and sometimes hurts but "it's only money", right? I just hope that I can
enjoy it for the first year without any major breakdowns and then decide
if I want to keep it or take a loss and sell it to another dreamer. By
the way, the seller is letting me "have it" for 16K which I think is a
fair price, not too much and not too little. Any replies would be
appreciated! Oh yeah, I CAN NOT find a mechanic here in San Diego that
will work on a DeLorean!! One claims that parts aren't available (BS)
and the other are too afraid. What can I tell them to convince them that
it is "just" a car, not a Rolls or Lamborghini! Also, my insurance agent
told me that it is a "custom made" car. I thought that it was a regular
production model not custom! He gave me a good quote anyway... Thanks
for any and all advice. Phil.
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Date: Fri, 25 Sep 1998 19:44:22 -0500
From: scottmueller@xxxxxxxxx (Scott Mueller)
Subject: Re: DML: [admin] www.dmcnews.com server issues
James Espey wrote:
>
> For some time now I have been exceeding my server's space limitation by
> approximately double what I am allowed (54MB vs 25MB). The next higher
> package above that is *extremely* cost-prohibitive
> and still only provides minimal server space (75MB).
>
OK guys, do you now see that our free "DMCNEWS" is not really free.
Every reader out there can help keep this site the best there is by
BUYING CHRISTMAS CARDS OR SOME OF THE OTHER ITEMS that James has offered
for sale.
The christmas cards are really nice, I have purchased three sets, and I
have bought some other items. If you think really hard, you will
probably find that you have saved many hundreds, if not thousands of
dollars by participating in the mailing list.
So lets keep this alive, buy some cards.
I will now climb higher on the stump, so I do not drown, I'm in Mobile
and it looks like the sh** is going to hit the fan.
Wish me luck, this hurricane George is suppose to come through and clean
up Mobile tommorrow or Sunday.
I'll be off the air for a while, I will not run my PC off of the
generator.
Later Dudes and Dudettes
Scott Mueller
002981
ps: This was not a paid endorsement for DMCNEWS, James can not afford
it, he spends his money on server space.
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Date: Sat, 26 Sep 1998 00:01:01 -0400
From: Haldeman Family <haldeman@xxxxxxxx>
Subject: DML: New Owner
Dear list,
Life has begun for me on Friday September the 25th, 1998! VIN# 05102
is now owned by Josh Haldeman of Cincinnati, OH.
I look forward to dealing with all the facets of ownership good and
bad, and additionally look forward to getting up every morning and
realizing that I own this extrodinary piece of automotive history.
Thank you James and everyone else for supporting this unbelievable car.
Sincerely,
Josh
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Date: Sat, 26 Sep 1998 00:01:01 -0400
From: Haldeman Family <haldeman@xxxxxxxx>
Subject: DML: New Owner
Dear list,
Life has begun for me on Friday September the 25th, 1998! VIN# 05102
is now owned by Josh Haldeman of Cincinnati, OH.
I look forward to dealing with all the facets of ownership good and
bad, and additionally look forward to getting up every morning and
realizing that I own this extrodinary piece of automotive history.
Thank you James and everyone else for supporting this unbelievable car.
Sincerely,
Josh
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Date: Sat, 26 Sep 1998 01:39:34 EDT
From: JSteuben@xxxxxxx
Subject: Re: DML: New Owner
Hi Phil,
I bought my car from a person in San Diego, and believe it or not, I've
got
records that show that the S.D. Lamborghini dealer did work on the car. I
have receipts from Mission Valley Mobil, Broadway Auto Electric, Webster
Pontiac/Subaru, Evens Tire &Service, Mission Center Texaco, AJ-USA
Lamborghini
of S.D., Killion&Son Auto Repair, Foreign Speedo Inc., Midas, and DMC
Motors
in Garden Grove. Granted, these places may not even exist today
(although DMC
Motors still does great work) maybe some of them are still around. Good
luck
and happy trails, Joe
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Date: Sat, 26 Sep 1998 01:46:44 EDT
From: JSteuben@xxxxxxx
Subject: Re: DML: HATCHBACK LOUVRE WANTED
Hi John,
Call Pegasus Auto Racing supplies (1-800-688-6946) and ask them about the
Polyfix Kit. It chemically welds almost all plastics. If it's going on a
race car, it better work, did a hell-of-a-job on my louvre. Why buy a new
one? Good luck, Joe
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Date: Sat, 26 Sep 1998 04:28:23 EDT
From: OLopez1@xxxxxxx
Subject: Re: DML: Original NCT Tires
In a message dated 9/25/98 5:13:33 AM Eastern Daylight Time,
eurojet@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx writes:
<< There's a good chance that I will be purchasing and driving home an 81
with 14K miles on it. It has the original tires and I will be driving
about 400 miles home. Do you think that tires this old are still
roadworthy or is it worth $400 to have the car trucked home?
Mechanically it shouldn't be a problem as the current owner has replaced
about all of the crucial components. How easy is it to fix a flat on one
of these beasts? Looking forward to becoming part of the DeLorean >>
I bought my DeLorean about two months ago and had a similar decision to
make.
My car also had about 14K Miles on it and it was about 300 miles away. I
could
risk driving the car down with the NCTs or put a new set of tires on and
then
drive the car down. I drove it down without a problem execpt for times
when it
rained and I attribute that mostly to driving a car that I wasen't used
to.
Any of you who have driven over puddles at about 35MPH speeds know exactly
what I mean. If the tires still have OK tread and everything else
checkes out
then I don't think you'll have any problems.
Orlando Lopez
http://members.aol.com/shadowdmc/index.htm
#6882
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Date: Sat, 26 Sep 1998 03:30:26 -0500
From: scottmueller@xxxxxxxxx (Scott Mueller)
Subject: Re: DML: Original NCT Tires
Ian T. A. Foster wrote:
>
> Scott,
>
> Can you give me an idea how much the set of Yokohama tyres cost you? Are
> these the same profile as the original NCTs? Are they now one of the
> preferred replacement tyres for the DMC?
>
> I need to replace my set for my big drive from LA to Baltimore via
> NewOrleans. Still hopeing that I'll be in Mobile on 31Oct98 ... will
> confirm my timetable within 2 weeks.
>
> Cheers, IAN
Ian, The yokahama are available from the tire rack via mail order. With
shipping, they cost about $500
They are the same size as the NCT's. By concensus of the mailing list
members, they are great tires. I have not had a chance to have them
installed yet. I will let you know when I get them on what I think of
them.
Sure hope you make it to Mobile.
Scott Mueller
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Date: Sat, 26 Sep 1998 18:05:46 +0100
From: "Ian T. A. Foster" <ian@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: Re: DML: NCDMC Gatherings
Ken,
Where are you fellas meeting exactly on 18Oct98?
I bought a DMC in LA at Easter and am coming back in October to drive
her over to Baltimore to ship home to N.Ireland. I will probably drive
up to SanFransisco that weekend (a tester for the DMC before 3500miles
W to E!) to get some photos I need for a Government Study I'm doing here
in Hong Kong. It would be good to meet up with some like minded people!
Cheers, IAN
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Date: Sun, 27 Sep 1998 03:18:36 -0400 (EDT)
From: Bill Wilson <fluffy@xxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: DML: DeLorean Sighting
Well, today I saw another DeLorean, a little closer than usual this time,
in my driveway to be precise. :} Dick Ryan (raddad) managed to take some
time out of an unexpectedly busy schedule to show me his D, and I have to
say, upon careful consideration, "wow." He came in for a few minutes to
chat, and afterward (once I figured out how to operate the doors) he took
me for a ride, and I have to say that I'm very impressed. I was glowing
brightly enough that raddad was in danger of being hospitalized with
radiation burns. It's the most beautiful car I've ever seen, and after
spending a couple months on a list devoted mostly to the problems of the
D, I'd like to remind everyone that this is really a fantastic vehicle.
Everyone go out to your garage and admire your D. If you haven't got one,
go out to your garage and pretend to admire your D. If you haven't got a
garage, pretend to go out to your garage and admire your D. Okay, back?
Good. :}
In addition to looking great, the car rides very well, accelerates
crisply, and (courtesy of the twin turbo mod) sounds good too, with a nice
burbly exhaust whenever you slow down. It does put the "bucket" in bucket
seats though - it's like a big stainless steel luge. That's okay though,
it adds to the experience, and once you get everything organized, there is
plenty of room inside.
The engine started, the dash didn't crack, the door locks didn't stick,
the battery didn't die, the A/C worked, the windows worked, it didn't
overheat, he found tires for it, he got insurance for it, there was plenty
of room, there was plenty of visibility, there was plenty of power, two
out of three passing drivers slowed down to gawk, and the angle drive even
turned (although the speedo needle was broken, so you couldn't tell). In
other words: YOU CAN DRIVE THIS CAR, AND IT WILL WORK FOR YOU. I'd like
to say that this little trip did much to allay many fears about the car.
Besides, even if it fell apart after only half an hour, it might be worth
it anyway.
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Date: Sun, 27 Sep 1998 00:15:26 -0700 (PDT)
From: illyana delorean <illyanadmc@xxxxxxxxx>
Subject: DML: air bags?
hi all. i am being forced by a friend of my brothers to ask this
question to the list:
is there any way that airbags can be installed in a delorean?
yah, i didnt think so. anyway, this girl's parents wont buy her a D
because they dont have airbags, but if they can get them installed,
then she can get one for her frickin 16th birthday! i wish i was so
lucky!
please tell me it cant be done so i dont have some stupid high
schooler to be jealous of! thanks!
<-illyana->
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Date: Sun, 27 Sep 1998 13:05:58 EDT
From: dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
Subject: DML: Gas Smell
I have a question about a gasoline smell in my car. When I fill up the
tank,
and drive home, I smell gas all around. It seems like a little bit of
gas is
leaking from the tank, but when I check under car, I don't see anything.
After a little while of driving around, the smell goes away. I was just
wondering if anybody knew what this was caused from, or if it is supposed
to
be like that. Anything that will help will be appreciated.
Thanks
JimmyC
Vin#15880
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Date: Sat, 26 Sep 1998 13:50:48 -0400
From: "DMC Joe" <dmcjoe@xxxxxxx>
Subject: DML: Re: Idle Problems
Dave,
Forget the pressure regulator better known as the warm up regulator these
units rarely fail. First item to check is the frequency valve located on
the right side valve cover. This unit should be buzzing when the engine is
running if it isn't your fuel mixture is to lean, this will result in poor
acceleration and possible stalling.
Joe/DeLorean Services
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Date: Sat, 26 Sep 1998 16:44:26 -0500
From: Mauri Trevino <maurit@xxxxxxx>
Subject: DML: Delorean Movie?
Can anyone confirm that shooting for the tentatively titled "Stainless
Steel Illusion" begins in early '99? Any casting rumors? What is JZD's
role, if any?
My two cents: JZD's greek tragedy story (corporate climber, models,
drugs, conspiracy, etc.) certainly makes for a interesting movie next to
the only other niche car movie I recall, "Tucker."
Any speculation on how the movie would effect prices?
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Date: Sun, 27 Sep 1998 16:09:15 -0500
From: bttfdmc@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
Subject: Re: DML: Delorean Movie?
The movie is in development hell right now with a small production
company out of L.A., Blue Rider Pictures. They just bought the rights
to the DeLorean Autobiography.
Another company, by the name of... Stainless Steel Productions/Gullwing
Entertainment, Inc. has been working on a script for the past five years,
conducting interviews with everyone who knew John or worked with DMC.
I don't think the title will be called Stainless Steel Illusion,
either. Both companies are calling it DeLorean. And shooting will
not begin until '99. Who knows when!?!
One thing is for sure, the five year script one looks very promising.
It will be atleast 3 hours long and very dramatic. Expect to see
things that most would have forgotten about or felt that it wasn't
necessary to the story, but really was.
No word on casting either.
As far as the value of the car, again, who knows? When Back to the
Future came out, it didn't increase the value as some people expected
it would. Hard to say.
At 04:44 PM 9/26/98 -0500, you wrote:
>Can anyone confirm that shooting for the tentatively titled "Stainless
>Steel Illusion" begins in early '99? Any casting rumors? What is JZD's
>role, if any?
>
>My two cents: JZD's greek tragedy story (corporate climber, models,
>drugs, conspiracy, etc.) certainly makes for a interesting movie next to
>the only other niche car movie I recall, "Tucker."
>
>Any speculation on how the movie would effect prices?
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Date: Sun, 27 Sep 1998 15:18:24 +0000
From: ausmith@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Subject: DML: Trip
Hi all,
Well, I'm back after an uneventful 2,000mi round trip to Carmel. Not
a bit of trouble for the fourth or fifth time I've done it in this
one. Love the twin turbos all the time but especially in the
mountains. When going from sea level to 4,500' normally aspirated
engines lose power but not this one. Speedometer still working and
the normal height springs, slightly shorter fronts, make it much more
comfortable. I would strongly suggest that you not lower a DeLorean
and ground squirrels will be grateful also.
Collected the usual number of fingerprints whenever it was parked.
Has anyone tried one of the two part clear-coats on their car? I may
on a door sill to test it for adhesion. If it works it might be
great.
Chris
Lee, sorry I didn't get by to see you but I couldn't bring myself to
drive into Berkely. In a past life I drove a Coke truck there but
these days I don't want to face the traffic.
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Date: Sun, 27 Sep 1998 15:10:50 -0700
From: "lseiler@xxxxxxxxxxxx" <lseiler@xxxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: Re: DML: air bags?
At 12:15 AM 9/27/98 -0700, you wrote:
>hi all. i am being forced by a friend of my brothers to ask this
>question to the list:
>
>is there any way that airbags can be installed in a delorean?
>
>yah, i didnt think so. anyway, this girl's parents wont buy her a D
>because they dont have airbags, but if they can get them installed,
>then she can get one for her frickin 16th birthday! i wish i was so
>lucky!
>
>please tell me it cant be done so i dont have some stupid high
>schooler to be jealous of! thanks!
>
><-illyana->
>
reply:
The question is not can airbags be installed, the question is are you (is
any one) willing to pay the price to do the job. Like any modification on
any car installing an airbag system is a matter of what it takes and what
is worth.
I decided I was not happy with the seat belt arrangement and removed the
originals in favor of a "5 point padded harness system" just like the sort
you see in race cars and aerobatic aircraft. No special tools are
required,
about two hours of time to install. They are fully certified for street
use
and feature a fool proof quick release. They are rated for over 4
thousands
psi in tension, in other words you could lift the whole DMC by the seat
belt!
The 5 point harness system is snug and comfortable. It can be used as a
standard two or three point system with out any modification.
Any one who would like photos or availability (prices) contact me by
direct
e-mail (Lets all try to support James and save his valued space) at
lseiler@xxxxxxxxxxxx or lee@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
My 2cents worth
Lee
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Date: Sun, 27 Sep 1998 15:23:13 -0700
From: "lseiler@xxxxxxxxxxxx" <lseiler@xxxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: Re: DML: Gas Smell
At 01:05 PM 9/27/98 EDT, you wrote:
>I have a question about a gasoline smell in my car. When I fill up the
>tank,
>and drive home, I smell gas all around. It seems like a little bit of
>gas is
>leaking from the tank, but when I check under car, I don't see anything.
>After a little while of driving around, the smell goes away. I was just
>wondering if anybody knew what this was caused from, or if it is supposed
>to
>be like that. Anything that will help will be appreciated.
>
>Thanks
>JimmyC
>Vin#15880
>
reply:
Hi JimmyC,
I had this problem when I first got my DMC. I found that there were two
main problems involved. The first was loose hose clamps at the top of the
fill hose and over flow tube. To correct this I removed the hoses and
cleaned them and the nipples they are attached to, then reinstalled with
new stainless hose clamps. The second problem is over filling the tank and
spilling some fuel in the square depression around the fill nozzle. I do
my
best to not spill even a single drop, and even if I don't see any spillage
I clean and dry the area around the fill nozzle. Doing this seams to cure
the gas smell for the most part.
Lee
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Date: Sun, 27 Sep 1998 18:02:48 -0500
From: Daniel McGauley <hawkeye@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: Re: DML: Delorean Movie?
Sorry I haven't been too verbal about the details of the movie. I just
don't want to fill up dmcnews with info until it's more accurate. I'll
post more details as they become known (probably in Nov.), but here are
the
initial details for those interested.
1) Tentative Shooting Schedule: October - December 1999.
2) Stainless Steel Illusion is a tentative title.
3) Casting is in negotiations right now with two famous? individuals and
as
soon as I get a signature from either of them I'll post more info. One of
the main actors for JZD's part might have a scheduling conflict with next
fall, so if he signs, the movie will be shot around him (quite worth the
postponement).
4) Budget is under a million, but not by much.
5) I've talked with JZD about signing on as an advisor, but we haven't
gotten anything finalized. He recently optioned his book to blue rider
productions who are also producing a film on DeLorean
(http://www.blueriderpictures.com/development.htm), so he may have a
contractual obligation with them. I've also requested a cameo from the
man, but we'll see..
6) Shooting locations are Northern Illinois, CA, NY, and Ireland, some
arranged, some tentative.
7) The script will be posted online shortly for those interested in it,
both in MS Word format and MovieMagic Screenwriter format.
7) I'll post further information on http://www.creativeworlds.com, so I
don't waste any of James's bandwidth (probably under "/delorean", but I'm
not sure yet).
For those wanting further information, you can email me directly at
daniel@xxxxxxxxxxxxx This is a REAL movie with a crew already signed and
part of the money secured, so it will be made, but please be patient with
more information as most of the crew (including myself) work full-time on
other things. I'll get more information including press kits and CD-ROM
ready for the St. Louis EXPO for those wanting to take a look at what's
happening.
Thanks for the inquiry.
- -Daniel
P.S. Not sure how the money would affect the price of the DeLorean. I
bought mine last year specifically for encouraging investment and actors
and so far it's really been doing a great job.
At 04:44 PM 9/26/98 -0500, you wrote:
>Can anyone confirm that shooting for the tentatively titled "Stainless
>Steel Illusion" begins in early '99? Any casting rumors? What is JZD's
>role, if any?
>
>My two cents: JZD's greek tragedy story (corporate climber, models,
>drugs, conspiracy, etc.) certainly makes for a interesting movie next to
>the only other niche car movie I recall, "Tucker."
>
>Any speculation on how the movie would effect prices?
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Date: Sun, 27 Sep 1998 16:23:57 PDT
From: "De Miller" <demillerkansas@xxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: DML: radio installation
Hello Everyone:
Started on the radio installation today. Settled on a Sony. The radio
works fine, but I can't seem to get the speaker wires right. I believe I
have the power, ground, antenna etc., right, cause they all work fine.
(Is the radio supposed to be able to come on even without the key in the
ignition?) The clock and preset memory appear to be working fine cause
I've turned the radio off & on and everything has held and I've turned
the car off & on and they still hold and the antenna goes up & down with
the power switch on the radio. My car had a fender antenna and I
purchased and installed a power antenna (thanks Bob Miller!) and that's
going fine.
But the speakers! I can only get the rider's side front & rear to
work, but I can't get them to work independently (fade)....and it works
on almost all of the wires. Here's what I've got left: White, Grey,
Green, Orange, Purple and Brown. Anybody got the color coded wiring
info? Any help will be greatly appreciated. (Joe at DMC, any ideas?)
Thanks again. De Miller, Kansas City. P.S. I got the old Craig...don't
know if it works, anybody interested? Offers?
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Date: Sun, 27 Sep 1998 19:28:03 -0500
From: Steve Brodsky <impact.auto@xxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: Re: DML: Gas Smell
dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxxxx wrote:
>
> I have a question about a gasoline smell in my car. When I fill up the
> tank,
> and drive home, I smell gas all around. It seems like a little bit of
> gas is
> leaking from the tank, but when I check under car, I don't see anything.
> After a little while of driving around, the smell goes away. I was just
> wondering if anybody knew what this was caused from, or if it is supposed
> to
> be like that. Anything that will help will be appreciated.
>
> Thanks
> JimmyC
> Vin#15880
it is never normal to smell gas. If it happens only when you top off, it
is leaking from one of two places. Check the boot from around the fuel
pump and make sure that it is on straight and that the clamp is secure.
Also check the filler hose where it connects to the top of the tank
making sure that it is properly installed.
Steve Brodsky #10688
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Date: Sun, 27 Sep 1998 21:08:58 -0500
From: Daniel McGauley <hawkeye@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: Re: DML: Delorean Movie?
As far as I know Stainless Steel Productions/Gullwing Entertainment, Inc.
is a Canadian company shooting a movie called "Daybreak." More info can
be
found at http://uk.imdb.com/Title?Daybreak+(1998/I). They just finished
production as far as I know, and the story isn't about the DeLorean. If
you have any further information on the 5 year script company, please let
me know because as far as JZD knows, Blue Rider Pictures and mine are the
only two scripts available, so I'd be very interested to learn about the
third company.
- -Daniel
At 04:09 PM 9/27/98 -0500, you wrote:
>The movie is in development hell right now with a small production
>company out of L.A., Blue Rider Pictures. They just bought the rights
>to the DeLorean Autobiography.
>
>Another company, by the name of... Stainless Steel Productions/Gullwing
>Entertainment, Inc. has been working on a script for the past five years,
>conducting interviews with everyone who knew John or worked with DMC.
>
>I don't think the title will be called Stainless Steel Illusion,
>either. Both companies are calling it DeLorean. And shooting will
>not begin until '99. Who knows when!?!
>
>One thing is for sure, the five year script one looks very promising.
>It will be atleast 3 hours long and very dramatic. Expect to see
>things that most would have forgotten about or felt that it wasn't
>necessary to the story, but really was.
>
>No word on casting either.
>
>As far as the value of the car, again, who knows? When Back to the
>Future came out, it didn't increase the value as some people expected
>it would. Hard to say.
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Date: Sun, 27 Sep 1998 23:07:38 -0700
From: "Marvin S. Sterling" <marv930@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: Re: DML: Gas Smell
If you read the owner's manual - the owner is advised NOT TO TOP OFF THE
TANK.
Topping off will resut in a gasoline smell.
Marv Sterling - former owner vin 16000
Steve Brodsky wrote:
> dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxxxx wrote:
> >
> > I have a question about a gasoline smell in my car. When I fill up the
> > tank,
> > and drive home, I smell gas all around. It seems like a little bit of
> > gas is
> > leaking from the tank, but when I check under car, I don't see anything.
> > After a little while of driving around, the smell goes away. I was just
> > wondering if anybody knew what this was caused from, or if it is supposed
> > to
> > be like that. Anything that will help will be appreciated.
> >
> > Thanks
> > JimmyC
> > Vin#15880
> it is never normal to smell gas. If it happens only when you top off, it
> is leaking from one of two places. Check the boot from around the fuel
> pump and make sure that it is on straight and that the clamp is secure.
> Also check the filler hose where it connects to the top of the tank
> making sure that it is properly installed.
>
> Steve Brodsky #10688
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Date: Sun, 27 Sep 1998 22:28:43 +0000
From: kenm@xxxxxxxx
Subject: Re: DML: radio installation
De Miller wrote:
> Started on the radio installation today. Settled on a Sony. The radio
> works fine, but I can't seem to get the speaker wires right. I believe I
> have the power, ground, antenna etc., right, cause they all work fine.
> (Is the radio supposed to be able to come on even without the key in the
> ignition?) The clock and preset memory appear to be working fine cause
> I've turned the radio off & on and everything has held and I've turned
> the car off & on and they still hold and the antenna goes up & down with
> the power switch on the radio. My car had a fender antenna and I
> purchased and installed a power antenna (thanks Bob Miller!) and that's
> going fine.
> But the speakers! I can only get the rider's side front & rear to
> work, but I can't get them to work independently (fade)....and it works
> on almost all of the wires. Here's what I've got left: White, Grey,
> Green, Orange, Purple and Brown. Anybody got the color coded wiring
> info? Any help will be greatly appreciated. (Joe at DMC, any ideas?)
> Thanks again. De Miller, Kansas City. P.S. I got the old Craig...don't
> know if it works, anybody interested? Offers?
All late model Sony radios use the same wire harness. Here's the color
code:
Blue wire >> Antenna
Red wire >> +12V switched (IGN)
Yellow >> +12V Energised at all times
Black >> Ground
Blue/white striped>> Supply wire to an external amp.
**Speaker wires (the wire with the stripe is the (-) wire:
White set >> Left Front
Gray set >> Right Front
Green set >> Left Rear
Purple set >> Right Rear
With the Sony, the antenna will only be up when the radio is on. If the
cassette or the CD is playing, the antenna will be retracted.
It sound like you hooked the Red wire up to a constant 12 volt source
when
it should be hooked to the IGN. line. On the speakers, I think you have
the wires crossed. Gook luck!
- --------------------------------------------------
Ken Montgomery My DeLorean VIN #10911 'OUTTIME'
Sacramento, CA
kenm@xxxxxxxx Operating Systems Analyst
W(916) 278-7646 H(916) 944-3252
Please visit my website at:
http://www.jps.net/arkham/delorean01.htm
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