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There are 19 messages in this issue.
Topics in this digest:
1. Cleveland Show Winners
From: kkoncelik@xxxxxxx
2. Rare DeLorean Documentary video review
From: "Ohlin" <ozone@xxxxxxx>
3. Delorean Starter Electronics 101 .... what am I missing?
From: "MrCopies" <mike@xxxxxxxxxxxx>
4. Re: Rough running durring acceleration
From: Cliff Andrews <fen2k@xxxxxxxxx>
5. Fuel pump question for everyone
From: Cliff Andrews <fen2k@xxxxxxxxx>
6. Re: cleveland
From: Josh Haldeman <haldeman.4@xxxxxxx>
7. Re: cleveland
From: Richard Strecker <dmc1219@xxxxxxx>
8. Cleveland Page Update
From: Josh Haldeman <haldeman.4@xxxxxxx>
9. Re: Front end vibration
From: "DMC Joe" <dmcjoe@xxxxxxx>
10. Re: PRV6 Variations
From: "DMC Joe" <dmcjoe@xxxxxxx>
11. Re: Fuel Gauge
From: dherv10@xxxxxxx
12. Update, Rough Running Durring Acceleration
From: AJL521@xxxxxxx
13. MSD pros and cons
From: AJL521@xxxxxxx
14. Re: Fuel Gauge
From: "DMC Joe" <dmcjoe@xxxxxxx>
15. Re: GREAT JOB IN CLEVELAND
From: whocruiser@xxxxxxx
16. Good Job, Ken...
From: whocruiser@xxxxxxx
17. weird factory writings
From: Delorean17@xxxxxxx
18. Re: DMC RECOMMENDED S. S. POLISH
From: VOYAG55139@xxxxxxx
19. New Fuel Suction Hose
From: scottmueller<scottmueller@xxxxxxxxxxxx>
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Message: 1
Date: Sun, 25 Jun 2000 21:27:01 EDT
From: kkoncelik@xxxxxxx
Subject: Cleveland Show Winners
Below are the list of the winners
I hope all of you can read these since the format may not be lined up for
everyones system
It is imported from Windows 2000
There are two winners that I do not have listed since they were just handed
out at the podium so if anyone remembers who they are please e-mail me
Thanks
Ken
The winners of the DeLorean Car Show "YEAR 2000"
Featuring Eastern Regional Delorean Run 10
PLACE NAME VIN
Under 20,000 Miles
1st Raymond Steele 05580
2nd Cheryl Wester 06322
3rd Gatis Erenpreiss 05971
20,000-30,000 Miles
1st Scott Mueller 02981
2nd George Cater 03840
3rd Ceil Longwish 10663
30,000-35,000 Miles
1st Dave Swingle 05429
2nd John Schulz 10570
3rd Tony Swaintek 10607
35,000-40,000 Miles
1st John Stiefel 20018
2nd Jonathan Heslop 00697
40,000-50,000 Miles
1st Jack and Virginia Stiefel 03461
2nd Bruce Benson 06938
3rd Dave Bauerle 16506
50,000-75,000 Miles
1st Travis Grahm 06344
2nd Aldo Buono 01440
3rd Andrew DeRosa 00842
50,000-75,000 Miles
1st David Haldeman 15964
Over 100,000 Miles
1st Bill Swilley 04370
Unpainted Modified
1st Marty Maier 10675
2nd Steve Ligget 05798
Painted Modified
1st Curtis Bryant 10159
2nd Guy Avallon 10006
Peoples Choice
Dave & Linda Colley 01012
DeLorean Time Machine
Bob Brandys 04675
Most Mileage
Lance Hines 04675
Other awards given included
Farthest Traveled Bill Swilley ~ 1,240
Miles
Best club Participation DML
Hard Luck Award (no air)
Shortest Ownership (1 week)
Longest Ownership Louise Kleba May 81
DeLorean Award of Distinction
Given to Kathryn Delorean for her contribution in bringing her father to the
DeLorean Car Show.
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Message: 2
Date: Sun, 25 Jun 2000 21:27:32 -0700
From: "Ohlin" <ozone@xxxxxxx>
Subject: Rare DeLorean Documentary video review
I just got done viewing Dan's video (picked it up at the Cleveland show) and
I must say it is one of the best things I've seen and am proud to have it in
my DMC collection. I have read all of the major books out there on JZD and
the company, but this video left me with a strong impression of exactly what
John and his supporters had to go through in order to build up a brand new
car company from scratch in just a few years. I found myself wishing more
than once that things had turned out differently. Since the video concludes
just when the DMC was in their first year of production, it predates most
all of the serious problems that befell the company later on. You could
sense the optimism and sense of adventure that was still in the air. I
highly recommend it.
Russ
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Message: 3
Date: Sun, 25 Jun 2000 22:45:30 -0500
From: "MrCopies" <mike@xxxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: Delorean Starter Electronics 101 .... what am I missing?
Hi gang....
I'm just finishing a frame off restoration of my Delorean and have
reattached the body to the frame. In the midst of reconnecting the
electrical system I'm running into the problem of low voltage on my starter.
I worked over the weekend on this, read the "freakin" manual :), and scoured
the archives... so if this is a dumb question...sorry.
What am I missing.....
- I have full power in the car (all the onboard stuff including the radio,
windows, instrument cluster, door lights, locks etc work - except my horns
...not sure if it's related)
- fuel pump engages when you turn the key
- Facias are off the car presently so the rear wiring harness (big black
plug) is not connected
- Start inhibit relay pins tests fine... 12 v and then 12 v when key is
turned
- Starter only registers 8.5 v when key is turned (on the white/red wire)
- I've checked and double checked ground wires including the trailing arm
one (Knut had a great archive message about that)
When I turn the key all the lights fade and I get one click from the relay
compartment.
What the heck am I missing?
thanks
mike@xxxxxxxxxxxx
VIN#17089
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Message: 4
Date: Sun, 25 Jun 2000 20:00:39 -0700 (PDT)
From: Cliff Andrews <fen2k@xxxxxxxxx>
Subject: Re: Rough running durring acceleration
Coming in alittle late on the topic, but i had a
small rough accelration problem ever since i bought
the car, it was usually after it sat overnight and
then first few mins in the morning.
Well over the past week i decided to clean out the
entire fuel tank/replace entire fuel pump assembly/and
clean fuel intake area.
(btw someone posted a message about a wire in the fuel
intake area, the answer is YES it goes on one of the 3
screws holding the fuel intake peice to the
fiberglass)
For years the fuel intake piece had been rusting and
despositing rust and debris into my fuel tank, it was
pretty thick right under the spot where the fuel hits
the tank. Once i got that out and cleaned up the fuel
filter bag (which was heavily clogged) my acceleration
problems ceased.
I would suggest cleaning out that entire area and
checking your hoses in the tank for wear and making
sure the filter is not filled up with gunk.
-Cliff Andrews
--- AJL521@xxxxxxx wrote:
> Hello,
>
> Latley I've been driving my D every day, with this
> nice summer weather we're
> having in Chicago, and I've noticed a problem,
> Durring acceleration if the
> pedal is more then halfway to the floor, the engine
> boggs out, and runs
> extreamly rough, This problem gets much worse when
> the headlights and
> cooling fans are on. I think the problem could be
> caused by a weak Duciller
> alternator, or a combanation of bad settings,
> possably timing or air fuel
> mixture. I also thought that the catilitic
> converter may be plugged.
>
> The muffler is going out, but Im not sure if that
> could contrubute to the
> problem, looks like I get to look for a new muffler
> now.
>
> Any ideas would be appreciated
> Andrew
>
> vin 4194
>
>
>
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Message: 5
Date: Sun, 25 Jun 2000 20:05:38 -0700 (PDT)
From: Cliff Andrews <fen2k@xxxxxxxxx>
Subject: Fuel pump question for everyone
Trying to diagnose a gas smell problem that just will
not quit.
I would like everyones input on how tight you have the
clamp around the outer fuel pump seal. I have mine
SUPER tight. Im thinking this might not be wise as so
much tightness could bind the boot somewhat creating a
not perfect seal, thus letting fuel come out.
My car is in the shop getting my A/C repaired and 4
new Yoko's put on, So i cant test this theory out, but
to me it sounds very possible.
ps. i have a whole new fuel pump assemblely (all new
rubber pieces) and a new fuel filler cap. The smell
is definately coming out of the area with the pump boot.
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Message: 6
Date: Sun, 25 Jun 2000 23:20:14 -0400
From: Josh Haldeman <haldeman.4@xxxxxxx>
Subject: Re: cleveland
Bob,
Boy you sure fell for that one! The plastic ice cream bar was put there
as a practical joke. I know it got me to look twice!
Josh
VIN 5102
VIN 15964
robertbrady wrote:
> the one down thing that I saw in cleveland was the ice cream bar melting
> on the hood of a car.
> not sure who's car it was but people do not respect what other people
> have .
> I had a doctor walk over and sit on my hood one time.
> bob
> #10239
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Message: 7
Date: Sun, 25 Jun 2000 22:57:39 -0400
From: Richard Strecker <dmc1219@xxxxxxx>
Subject: Re: cleveland
The ice cream bar was a fake. Maybe the Doctor was too?
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Message: 8
Date: Sun, 25 Jun 2000 23:54:59 -0400
From: Josh Haldeman <haldeman.4@xxxxxxx>
Subject: Cleveland Page Update
Dear List,
I'm happy to finally announce that my D2K picture documentation is
finally complete! *huff, puff, gasp, gasp* You can check it out at:
http://www.geocities.com/delorean-12/cleveland.html
All links and thumbnails should now work, so let me know if you find
one that doesn't. I'm currently developing a brand new way to view
images that will allow almost everyone to access each picture
instantaneously. I'll be sure to post a message when this method has
been implemented.
Ciao,
Josh
VIN 5102
VIN 15964
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Message: 9
Date: Mon, 26 Jun 2000 01:24:40 -0400
From: "DMC Joe" <dmcjoe@xxxxxxx>
Subject: Re: Front end vibration
Take your DeLorean to an alignment shop that can do an "on the car spin
balance".
"We're here to help you"
DMC Joe / De Lorean Services / <dmcjoe@xxxxxxx>
Web Site: <www.deloreanservices.com>
.
----- Original Message -----
From: David Sontos <dsontos@xxxxxxxxxxxx>
To: dmcnews Newsletter <dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Sunday, June 25, 2000 10:17 AM
Subject: [DML] Front end vibration
> I've heard that front end vibration in the DeLoreans is common. Mine
> starts around 62 MPH through 77MPH. I've replaced tires and tie rods and
> had front end aligned. The whole front end seems tight. I've checked
> wheel bearings there is no play. The rack and pinion seems tight when I
> do a side to side check. Ball joints are unknown. How do I check for
> ball joint play? The shock bushings do need replacing, although there is
> no excessive play in them.
>
> Any suggestions are welcome.
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Message: 10
Date: Mon, 26 Jun 2000 01:42:55 -0400
From: "DMC Joe" <dmcjoe@xxxxxxx>
Subject: Re: PRV6 Variations
Bruce,
Thanks for the "very logical" explanation. I thought you might like to know
that the PRV-6 is a modified version of an earlier PRV-8. Don't ask me for
details though, I learned this years ago from a PRV publication that
disappeared some time ago.
"We're here to help you"
DMC Joe / De Lorean Services / <dmcjoe@xxxxxxx>
Web Site: <www.deloreanservices.com>
.
----- Original Message -----
From: BRUCE BENSON <delornut@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
To: <dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Sunday, June 25, 2000 6:29 PM
Subject: Re: [DML] PRV6 Variations
> Chris,
>
> I was a bit hasty in my response. If cost is no object, and the Venturi
was
> quite expensive considering it didn't look all that exotic, a crankshaft
> with a separate journal for each cylinder would make an even firing
engine.
> 99% of the worlds 90 degree V-6's are odd firing because of the
simplicity,
> cost , and reliability of making a crankshaft that has three journals with
> every two cylinders sharing one. Many modern V-6's now have their
cylinder
> banks at 60 degrees which makes an even firing engine when six cylinders
are
> involved. Many early V-6's were derived from 90 degree V-8's which are
even
> firing when cylinders share crank shaft journals. Lopping off two
cylinders
> makes the math come out different and the result is odd firing. My wife's
> Taurus SHO with a 60 degree V-8 is just the opposite. It was derived from
a
> 60 degree V-6 and it now is an odd firing engine with a balance shaft
> installed to smooth things out. That shaft rotates opposite of engine
> rotation and offsets any engine shake associated with the odd firing
> scenario. It's very smooth and pretty high in performance. A couple of
> months back I wrote a description of what odd firing actually is in the
> mailing list and that should be in the archives.
>
BRUCE BENSON
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Message: 11
Date: Mon, 26 Jun 2000 01:51:30 EDT
From: dherv10@xxxxxxx
Subject: Re: Fuel Gauge
It's been a long time but here goes,
#1.Resistance in series add's up for the total amount of resistance.
This would add to resistance and gauge would stay at the top longer.
#2. Resistance in parallel by ohms law is
R1 R1 10 x 10 = 100
example: R = --------------- so R = ---------------- ----- = 5
R1 + R1 10 + 10 = 20
Resistors in parallel become lesser the value of one.
In looking at the diagram, The sending unit is a variable resistor with x
amount of resistance built into the resistance wire ( ohms.) By paralleling
another resistor to the sending unit would lessen the ohms and change the
reading to the gauge. As best I can tell and having my unit out, the light
comes on because of a mechanical thing not because of resistance. In other
words, when the slide goes down it shorts to ground and light comes on. Thats
why the light doesn't come on gradually. Mine will come on and go off as the
gas splashes around when at the bottom of the tank and when it get's so far
down it stays on. I have driven 10+ miles with the light going on and off . I
also know that when I get below a 1/4 tank I better fill up. I haven't had
and old gauge to experiment with, but if anyone has a bad one I could verify
quickly.
My $0.02's worth
John vin11004
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Message: 12
Date: Mon, 26 Jun 2000 01:55:56 EDT
From: AJL521@xxxxxxx
Subject: Update, Rough Running Durring Acceleration
Hello all,
Let me first start by thanking the fellow list members for their ideas and
suggestions, they proved very helpfull. And to your credit My D is running
much better.
I stated by checking th fuse box and cleaning off all the fuse conections,
then I cleaned the connector to the O2 sensor, the Coil (which is a new MSD
coil) connections, and the alternator connections.
After being told that the DeLorean mufflers have a 0% failure rate I decided
to further invesagate the exhaust system, No rust holes were noticed, so I
decided to see if there was any movement in the exhaust pipes. What I
discovered was a complete shock to me, the converter had unbolted from the Y
pipe, after checking the gasket I reconnected the coverter to the y pipe.
At this point I decided to start the car and see how she was running. At
first she still ran a little rough, but after some adjustments to the timing
and idle, she ran like a champ. The ducy alternator will be the next to be
replaced since she still runs rough when both the lights, cooling fans and
defroster are running.
Both myself and 4194 thank you, for your help and advice
Andrew
4194
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Message: 13
Date: Mon, 26 Jun 2000 02:01:54 EDT
From: AJL521@xxxxxxx
Subject: MSD pros and cons
Hello,
Has anyone on the list installed an MSD on their D? First of all, can an MSD
even be installed on a D, and how much, if any, is the performance
inprovment.
When I had a Bricklin an MSD and a 4 BBL carb were the first mods that I made
to her, which inproved the performance greatly.
Just Wondering
Andrew
4194
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Message: 14
Date: Mon, 26 Jun 2000 03:38:57 -0400
From: "DMC Joe" <dmcjoe@xxxxxxx>
Subject: Re: Fuel Gauge
The low fuel level warning lamp is turned on by a contact located at the
bottom of the sender and is activated when the float reaches the bottom of
the sender housing. The problem with the factory sender is that over time
the plastic components that make up the sender distort and the contact
points move out of position. In many cases this distortion causes the very
thin connecting wires to break or become intermittent. This usually results
in the fuel gauge needle pointing off scale in the 12 o'clock position.
Unfortunately the original sender units are not repairable and are no longer
available; Tankzilla to the rescue. An interesting fact concerning the
Tankzilla is that it has a microprocessor that recalibrates itself each time
the ignition switch is turned on making the gauge very accurate. Another
problem that has been corrected is the erratic action of the low fuel
warning lamp. In the factory sender when the fuel level is low the float
bounces up and down as the fuel sloshes around the tank causing the low
level fuel light to flash prematurely. In the Tankzilla the float position
is electronically monitored and must remain at the bottom of the tank for 5
seconds before the lamp turns on.
"We're here to help you"
DMC Joe / De Lorean Services / <dmcjoe@xxxxxxx>
Web Site: <www.deloreanservices.com>
.
----- Original Message -----
From: Mark Noeltner <mark@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
To: <dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Saturday, June 24, 2000 11:05 PM
Subject: Re: [DML] Fuel Gauge
> Not on all DeLoreans!! On mine, the light comes on about 1 minute before
> you run out of fuel. Actually, it may have only been about 30 seconds. :(
>
> If the DMC low fuel light is like most cars, it is triggered by a certain
> level of resistance on the fuel sending unit. On mine obviously, that
level
> is reached just as it runs out. Yours sounds closer to what was intended.
> Needle position is also determined by the resistance of the sending unit,
> but the calibration leaves something to be desired on most D's. Mine is
> actually pretty close on the gauge. It goes to to slightly over full when
> filled with gas, and runs out exactly on Empty. I would wish for a bit
more
> leeway at the low end. :)
>
> Mark N
> VIN 6820
>
> At 12:32 PM 6/24/00 PDT, you wrote:
> > I've found it begins "flashing" with ~2gals. left, &
> >stays on with ~1.5gal. left, regardless of where the guage needle sits.
>
> > Robert VIN 6924
> >
> >
> >>From: paulheymeson@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
> >>My fuel gauge doesn't seem very accurate
> >
> >
>
>
>
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Message: 15
Date: Mon, 26 Jun 2000 14:01:34 -0000
From: whocruiser@xxxxxxx
Subject: Re: GREAT JOB IN CLEVELAND
--- In dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxx, robertbrady <robertbrady@xxxx> wrote:
> has any one on the list ever used the jag shop in Florida? talked to
> them there and may send my d over to have it worked on
> thanks bob
> 10239
Yes Robert, I use them all the time, and have had excellent results.
Dave Wynne and his crew really know the car inside & out, which
really saves time over going to the average mechanic who's not
experienced with Deloreans, and is just flying by the seat of his
pants. As a daily driver, and my only car, I put a lot of miles on
my D, and for the last two years or so, they've been doing a great
job keeping it going. You can trust them with your "baby", go ahead
and send it to them...
Dan Harris - VIN 1662 - 81 Black Auto - Ft Lauderdale FL Area
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Message: 16
Date: Mon, 26 Jun 2000 14:20:07 -0000
From: whocruiser@xxxxxxx
Subject: Good Job, Ken...
I know plenty of others have beaten me to it, but I really have to
take the time to say what a wonderful job Ken and everyone helping
him did on the show in Cleveland. A sideline of mine for many years
has been producing conventions, shows, festivals, and trips for fans
of sci-fi & fantasy programs like Star Trek, Babylon 5, and Doctor
Who (you can go to http://members.aol.com/sfcruise to take a peak at
my current project, a celebrity/fan vacation cruise for sci-fi fans)
so I know how much planning and work had to go into the show to make
it the success that it was. And with all that he already had to do,
Ken was still happy to offer to personally help me out with hastily
arranged last-minute travel plans when it became apparent that my car
would not be out of the shop in time to drive it to the show! I'm
looking forward to Graceland, and this time I'll make sure that ALL
of the repair work on my car is finished WELL in advance of the show,
so that I can drive her up there!
Dan Harris - VIN 1662 - 81 Black Auto - Ft Lauderdale FL Area
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Message: 17
Date: Mon, 26 Jun 2000 13:25:51 EDT
From: Delorean17@xxxxxxx
Subject: weird factory writings
Hello,
I just removed my passenger side front fender because I was going to see
if I could have a small ding removed. I found some very strange writings on
the back. heres what it says.
"dead-ant" "dead-ant" "dead-ant" "dead ant" "dead-ant" and then "a picture of
an ant=(a picture of fire)" Then off to the side there is a LARGE picture of
another and and maybe some stick people. on the top there is a picture of a
6 inch flag that says "3". I will be taking the other fender off soon just
to see what it says.
I wonder what that was all about.......... any ideas....LOL
later
Dave
#2496
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Message: 18
Date: Mon, 26 Jun 2000 13:55:29 EDT
From: VOYAG55139@xxxxxxx
Subject: Re: DMC RECOMMENDED S. S. POLISH
STAINLESS STEEL POLISH
Aerosol Stainless Steel Compound
USDA A7
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
STAINLESS STEEL POLISH is an aerosol product designed to preserve and protect
the appearance of all metal surfaces in one simple spray and wipe operation.
STAINLESS STEEL POLISH leaves a unique greaseless coating which resists
further soiling.
BENEFITS
· Safe formulation containing all edible Ingredients and no harmful
chemicals.
· Removes water spots.
· Does not leave a greasy film.
· Easy and economical to use-
CHEMICAL PROPERTIES Phosphate Content; Nil Chlorine Content Nil
Formula Type: Water based formulation
PACKAGING 6-x 18 ounce cans $62.50 delivered
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance: White foam aerosol spray Odor Nil
Solubility: N/A
RECOMMENDED DISPENSERS
None needed
HOW TO USE:
Spray sparingly over surface. Wipe with a clean damp cloth. For heavily
soiled surfaces, allow foam to remain up to a minute before wiping. Polish
to a bright finish with a clear, dry cloth.
Reply to Joe Bedard email address "voyag55139ATaol.com for ordering
instructions.
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Message: 19
Date: Mon, 26 Jun 2000 05:48:50 -0700 (PDT)
From: scottmueller<scottmueller@xxxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: New Fuel Suction Hose
I posted some information about a new fuel pump suction hose that I have been
developing and testing for the last two years.
The new hose is being fabricated from a special chemically resistant material. It will
not collaspe or kink during installation and will not suffer from chemical attack for many
years.
I have recieved many emails requesting more information about this product. I'm
flattered.
If you are interested in this, please send an email directly to me with the subject
line "New Fuel Suction Hose". When we are ready to release this product, you will be
notified.
scottmueller@xxxxxxxxxxxx
Scott Mueller
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