dmcnews-digest Monday, September 14 1998 Volume 03 : Number 414
In this issue:
DML: RE: Just a few questions
DML: John DeLorean's favorite cars
DML: Re: Just a few questions
DML: Expo Award Correction
Re: DML: Why I can't use Fanzilla (was: Fanzilla for Sale)
Re: DML: where to find Spin City Promo on-line
DML: FS: '81 5-speed, 37k miles, immaculate condition.
DML: Infamous oil leak
DML: Wipers and blinkers no more
Re: DML: Just a few questions
DML: [show] Hooters Car Show Update #1
DML: oil pan gasket
DML: [admin] List will be down this weekend
Re: DML: Infamous oil leak
[none]
Re: DML: where to find Spin City Promo on-line
DML: SSI for sale
DML: LA Expo report...anyone?
DML: New 'zine
DML: Xmas card orders
DML: Re: oil pan gasket
AW: DML: Just a few questions
DML: tires
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Date: Fri, 11 Sep 1998 14:04:09 -0500
From: "Travis Graham" <thgraham@xxxxxxxx>
Subject: DML: RE: Just a few questions
Hi Sean,
I have dealt with this same issue. I did not trust anyone else to take a
crack at my De Lorean, so I pulled these panels myself. I did not use
heat,
but made an unnoticeable cut instead. Unfortunately, I did not take any
photos, but I documented the steps which can be found at
http://www.delorean.org/tgraham/projects/speaker.htm. If you have any
questions, feel free to mail me.
Good luck!
Travis Graham
- -----Original Message-----
From: dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxxxx [mailto:dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxxxx] On Behalf Of
Sean
Howley
Sent: Thursday, September 10, 1998 6:39 PM
To: DMC News
Subject: DML: Just a few questions
1. Both of the rear speakers have decided that they have had enough and
died. I (and a local stereo installer) are a little concerned about
un-adhering the "rear quarter trim panel from the door filler panel -
with a
heat gun as the technical manual described due to the age of the car. Has
anyone dealt with removing and reapplying this panel?
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Date: Fri, 11 Sep 1998 12:40:33 -0800
From: "Ken Montgomery" <kenm@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: DML: John DeLorean's favorite cars
Here's an article off the AP wire service. It wasn't attached to
anything else so I have no idea what the context is:
Former carmaker John DeLorean gives his favorite spins
LOS ANGELES (AP) -- John DeLorean doesn't make them anymore, but his
passion for cars is clear. The former GM executive has been embroiled
in about 40 legal cases, including cocaine smuggling, bankruptcy and
divorce and a stock swindle.
But he put those worries aside to consider his nine all-time favorite
vehicles for an upcoming issue of Esquire magazine.
"I believe great cars are generally the product of the intellect and
dedication of a single man," he writes.
So perhaps it's not surprising that Henry Ford's Model T tops his
list. His second-best favorite is a car of his own design, the Pontiac
GTO.
Runners-up were the Ferrari GTO, Acura NSX, Austin Mini, Lotus 25,
Mercedes 300SL Gullwing, Mercedes S600 and Citroen SM.
And what does the former designer and builder drive today?
Fourth-favorite, the Acura NSX. "Mechanically, it's a fantastic piece
of equipment," DeLorean writes.
- -------------------------------------------------------
Ken Montgomery My DeLorean VIN #10911 'OUTTIME'
Sacramento, CA
kenm@xxxxxxxx "When the wind gets under these wings
Operating You will feel what freedom brings"
Systems Analyst From 'On-Air' Alan Parsons
(916) 278-7646
http://www.jps.net/arkham/delorean01.htm
- -------------------------------------------------------
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Date: Fri, 11 Sep 1998 13:08:47 -0700
From: "Dave Price" <davep@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: DML: Re: Just a few questions
>1. Both of the rear speakers have decided that they have had enough and
>died. I (and a local stereo installer) are a little concerned about
>un-adhering the "rear quarter trim panel from the door filler panel -
>with a heat gun as the technical manual described due to the age of the
>car. Has anyone dealt with removing and reapplying this panel?
>
I just used a pair of pliers and a flat-head screwdriver to pry up the
stuff..
I'm sure a heat-gun / hair-drier would have made it easier, but it wasn't
that hard without it... I think the glue is so old it doesn't have much
hold,
and the vinyl is pretty tough stuff... I had both of mine off not too
long
ago,
those rear speakers are the most unusual of all speakers made, what is
it, 4x10 ? Let me know if you find a good set of 'em.. I'd be interested
to know how they sound...
>3. Last week, my front courtesy light (in the headliner) burned out. I
>went to the automotive supply store and found the only light that they
>had that was the correct size - physically and electrically - with one
>exception. The original was 7 Watts and the new one was 5 Watts.
>Needless to say the light is much, much dimmer. In fact, it doesn't
>produce enough light to be of any effect.
>
Well, I don't know how serious you are about keeping everything
"perfect" in your D, but you can usually find a pontoon lamp that is
just a little bit longer in a variety of brightnesses (and colors - I have
a blue one in mine), you just have to bend the connector a smige to
make it fit.
good luck!
Dave
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Date: Fri, 11 Sep 1998 15:38:05 -0500
From: scottmueller@xxxxxxxxx (Scott Mueller)
Subject: DML: Expo Award Correction
At the DeLorean Expo '98 held in Los Angeles, I was awarded the "Highest
Mileage Award". This was awarded instead of a second place for longest
distance traveled in a DeLorean to the Expo.
It was brought to my attention that the DeLorean Owners that actually
are entitled to the Highest Mileage Award for the EXPO '98 gathering
are:
ROBERT & PENNY POWERS
WOODLANDS, TX
135,000 Miles and still running strong.
This oversite has been corrected and Steve Wynne of DeLorean Motor
Company, Houston Texas will delivery the award to them.
See you in St. Louis.
Scott Mueller
Alabama
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Date: Fri, 11 Sep 98 14:09:09 -0000
From: James Espey <espey@xxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: Re: DML: Why I can't use Fanzilla (was: Fanzilla for Sale)
On 9/11/98 5:49 PM, Shannon Yocum shared these fine thoughts...
>Maybe I'm a dolt, but I don't understand why you car cannot use Fanzilla
>when they are made for DeLoreans. Can you explain to us (I hope i'm not
>the only one) who do not understand why it won't work?
When my car was being "gone through" by one of the major service
facilities, the fan relay SOCKET which the fanzilla gets plugged into was
removed and the fused jumper was "hard wired" in. It could be undone so I
could use the Fanzilla, but for once I am following the advice "if it
ain't broke, don't fix it".
James
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Date: Fri, 11 Sep 1998 17:55:51 EDT
From: HanSolo432@xxxxxxx
Subject: Re: DML: where to find Spin City Promo on-line
Yes, but the quality and connection of it is terrible using Real Video and
Audio technology. Not to mention that it is streaming causing constant
pauses
every few seconds. Does anyone know where one can find it converted to
either
a .mov, .avi. or .mpeg format? Any help would be appreciated.
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Date: Fri, 11 Sep 98 15:47:05 -0700
From: "M@!" <splatt@xxxxxxxxx>
Subject: DML: FS: '81 5-speed, 37k miles, immaculate condition.
My uncle is looking for a buyer for his '81 5-speed (VIN#2344). It has
about 37,000 miles. He lives in Paradise, CA (between Sacramento and
Redding). The car is immaculate (he's a bit on the anal retentive side,
but don't tell him I said that), and runs great. He's asking $19,500.
If you're interested, give him a call at (530) 872-2068, or drop me an
email.
- ---------------------------------------------- splatt@xxxxxxxxx
"People are funny little machines full of meat and juice" - M@!
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Date: Fri, 11 Sep 1998 18:45:26 EDT
From: JCox4001@xxxxxxx
Subject: DML: Infamous oil leak
If someone could help me out: I am getting a pretty impressive oil leak
which
seems to be coming from the driver side of the motor, directly above the
oilpan. I had seen reports of this in the DML, but I had not received my
car
by then, and was too stupid to save the info. Thanks, Jeff
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Date: Fri, 11 Sep 1998 16:23:26 -0700
From: "Ace Underhill" <luuke@xxxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: DML: Wipers and blinkers no more
My left blinker stopped working a while ago, and now my wipers don't
work.
Are the switches in the steering column going bad? Any ideas?
-Ace Underhill-
VIN: 2860
AZ Lic: 8T8 MPH
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Date: Fri, 11 Sep 1998 20:27:29 EDT
From: KayoOng@xxxxxxx
Subject: Re: DML: Just a few questions
Mr. Howley,
The only "correct" choice left are the Yokohama's AVS. They are the
correct
sizes and speed rating all around. They meet and exceed the requirements
for
the DeLorean car. Those who have it love them. I don't have any
experiences
with them, maybe in the future as my next set of tires.
The other choice are Pirelli's P600. They are the "correct sizes" all
around
except the front are H rated -- 130 MPH. I don't think you be in the
vicinity of that speed, or will you? The rears are "V" rate -- 149 MPH.
The
Pirelli's are what I have on my DeLorean now. They were the only ones
available when I was shopping for tires back in June 1998 this year.
They are
great! I find them to do justice over Goodyear NTC and Dunlops that I
had.
Kayo Ong
#05508
Lic. 9D NY
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Date: Fri, 11 Sep 1998 19:28:11 -0500
From: scottmueller@xxxxxxxxx (Scott Mueller)
Subject: DML: [show] Hooters Car Show Update #1
Hooters Car Show in Mobile, Alabama October 31 st, 1998
I just got off of the phone with the show organizer. If we have a
minimum of six cars, he will create class #40 for DeLoreans.
He is mailing me entry forms and I should recieve them soon.
The first 100 entries will recieve a show tee shirt
The first 150 entries will recieve a dash plaque.
Registration will be $20 before the show and $25 at the show.
Parking starts at 7:30 am
Judging starts at 11:00 am
Awards at 4:30 pm
BBQ at Scotts after the show.
If you bring trick or treat age kids, bring there costumes, they can go
in my nieghborhood, its new and safe, my son will be out there too.
Remember, if we can get twelve cars to commit, Steve Wynne, owner of
DeLorean Motor Company, will come down and put on a tech seminar and I
will be hosting a bbq at my home after the show.
Let me know via private email if you think you would like to attend.
I know there are some cars in Northern FL, LA, MS & a big bunch in GA.
Atlanta is only 5 hours away guys!
All DeLoreans and there owners are welcome, so if I did not mention your
state, forgive me, I flunked geography in second grade.
Scott Mueller
scottmueller@xxxxxxxxx
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Date: Fri, 11 Sep 1998 20:54:41 EDT
From: JCox4001@xxxxxxx
Subject: DML: oil pan gasket
I am attempting to buy an oil pan gasket locally, but no one has Delorean
listings it seems. My engine family is BLD174V6FB3. Does anyone know
what
else it could be listed under?
Jeff
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Date: Fri, 11 Sep 1998 19:04:47 -0000
From: James Espey <espey@xxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: DML: [admin] List will be down this weekend
>From Saturday morning through Monday morning, the DeLorean Mailing List
will be down. You can still send postings, but they will not be released
until sometime Monday. My apologies for the inconvenience.
James Espey
Moderator, DeLorean Mailing List
http://www.dmcnews.com
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Date: Fri, 11 Sep 1998 19:25:47 -0000
From: James Espey <espey@xxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: Re: DML: Infamous oil leak
On 9/11/98 10:44 PM, JCox4001@xxxxxxx shared these fine thoughts...
>If someone could help me out: I am getting a pretty impressive oil leak
>which
>seems to be coming from the driver side of the motor, directly above the
>oilpan. I had seen reports of this in the DML, but I had not received my
>car
>by then, and was too stupid to save the info. Thanks, Jeff
It doesn't matter if you were too stupid the save the info, all that
matters is that you realize that ALL the back issues of the DML are
archived and searchable at:
http://www.dmcnews.com/search.html
Searching on:
"oil leak" and "driver"
came up with numerous matches, one of which I KNOW has your answer...
James Espey
Moderator, DeLorean Mailing List
http://www.dmcnews.com
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Date: Fri, 11 Sep 98 20:32:43 MDT
From: "Cadet Jeffrey T. Phillips, x-4574"@world.std.com
Subject: [none]
<PhillipsJT00.CS09.USAFA@xxxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: Re: DML: where to find Spin City Promo on-line
Sender: dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
Precedence: list
Reply-To: dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
In reference to the spincity preview on www.bttf.com/realaudio Han Solo
said:
>Yes, but the quality and connection of it is terrible using Real Video and
>Audio technology. Not to mention that it is streaming causing constant
>pauses every few seconds. Does anyone know where one can find it converted to
>either a .mov, .avi. or .mpeg format? Any help would be appreciated.
For those of you with a slow connection you can download the .rm file to
your
computer and play it from there (with realaudio).
Jeff Phillips
Viking IX
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Date: Fri, 11 Sep 1998 23:49:09 EDT
From: Elgocho@xxxxxxx
Subject: Re: DML: where to find Spin City Promo on-line
If you go directly to http://www.bttf.com/realaudio there are two icons
that
say "spincity.ram", a music note and a paper with a question mark. If you
click on the NOTE you'll see it in the choppy real video way your talking
about, but if you click on the Question mark the whole thing will sort of
download and the commercial is seen in full without stopping or chopping.
It
wont download to your hard drive but you can see the commercial more
clearly.
-Bosch
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Date: Fri, 11 Sep 1998 21:16:28 -0000
From: James Espey <espey@xxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: DML: SSI for sale
I have two original copies of SSI for sale, both in great condition with
dust jackets. $200 each includes insured shipping anywhere in the world.
Had a couple of lookers in LA at the Expo, but no buyers.
James
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Date: Fri, 11 Sep 1998 21:22:56 -0000
From: James Espey <espey@xxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: DML: LA Expo report...anyone?
It's been almost a week since the event ended, does anyone who went have
anything to report? I went, but I'll save my report until next week.
There were a handful of DML'ers there besides me...anyone...anyone?
James
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Date: Fri, 11 Sep 1998 21:22:58 -0000
From: James Espey <espey@xxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: DML: New 'zine
Issue #3 of the zine is complete and debuted at Expo 98 in LA, it will be
posted early next week. I'd invite anyone who saw it at Expo to give
their opinions on it...
James
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Date: Fri, 11 Sep 1998 21:23:14 -0000
From: James Espey <espey@xxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: DML: Xmas card orders
Those of you that were at Expo got your Xmas cards there, everyone else's
will ship out on Monday (PLENTY of time before the real season starts,
though I did see Halloween stuff out, so Xmas can't be far away).
Out of the 300 sets of Xmas cards produced, less than 40 have been sold.
If you are at all interested, don't wait to order them - they can sit
just as nicely on a shelf at your house as they do mine. See the design
and ordering information at:
http://www.dmcnews.com/card.html
James Espey
Moderator, DeLorean Mailing List
http://www.dmcnews.com
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Date: Sat, 12 Sep 1998 01:21:08 -0400
From: "Joe LoRe'" <dmcjoe@xxxxxxx>
Subject: DML: Re: oil pan gasket
Jeff,
You won't find a DeLorean oil pan gasket locally, you'll have to purchase
one from a DeLorean parts supplier.
Joe/DeLorean Services
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Date: Sat, 12 Sep 1998 09:20:50 +-200
From: bettycat@xxxxxxxxxxx (BETTYCAT)
Subject: AW: DML: Just a few questions
Hallo Sean,
1. You can use a hair-dryer to loosen the rear quarter trim panel. The =
heat is enough because the adhesive material is old and will even break. =
I took my hair dryer and it works fine. By the way, the speaker from =
QUART will fit perfectly ans they sound great. To reinstall the rear =
quarter panel I took silicon spray.=20
2. The battery strap is a mysterious thing. I have had the same problem. =
My advice: get the original one out and install a new one. I have =
installed a self-adhessive strap. It works great.
3. Get the bulbs from the MAZDA 323 or 626. You can also use the bulbs =
from the RENAULT Fuego. They have 7 Watts and you will have a bright =
light again.
Dirk (VIN #6795)
bettycat@xxxxxxxxxxx
=20
SEAN HOWLEY wrote:
Date: Thu, 10 Sep 1998 19:39:11 -0400
From: "Sean Howley" <tsuyoi@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: DML: Just a few questions
> Hello everyone,
>
> I have a few questions:
>
> 1. Both of the rear speakers have decided that they have had enough =
>and
> died. I (and a local stereo installer) are a little =
>concerned about
> un-adhering the "rear quarter trim panel from the door filler panel -
> with a heat gun as the technical manual described due to the age of the
> car. Has anyone dealt with removing and reapplying this panel?
>
> 2. Neither I nor the previous owner could figure out how the battery
> strap actually worked - sounds kind of silly, huh? Well, can anyone
> give any suggestions on how to get the strap to clamp properly?
>
> 3. Last week, my front courtesy light (in the headliner) burned out. =
>I
> went to the automotive supply store and found the only light that they
> had that was the correct size - physically and electrically - with one
> exception. The original was 7 Watts and the new one was 5 Watts.
> Needless to say the light is much, much dimmer. In fact, it doesn't
> produce enough light to be of any effect.
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Date: Sat, 12 Sep 1998 05:33:42 EDT
From: WtrResQ@xxxxxxx
Subject: DML: tires
just for info on the tire thread. i have had my "tire guy" lookin for me
for
the past month. my car only has 3800 miles but the tires r old "h" rated
tires. he was able to find me a set of "Falkins" in a "V" rating. front
and
back. ive had this brand on an other sports car in the past and they were
great. ill let u all kno how they do.
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