[DML] Tab repair and a little info on #003299.

[Enid/Jeremiah <hispanicangeleyes@xxxxxxxxx>]

  Rich, I'm going to tell you right off the bat that your story alone convinced me to check my TABS this week; I'm replacing them next week when I buy my new rack and pinion.  What happened to you was downright frightening; I'm glad the car is A-ok (and you ;) ).  I haven't even checked my TABs yet, but the guy I bought my car from had almost EVERYTHING original - alternator, fuel pump, oxygen sensor - heck - even the door struts were brand new.  So I'd be willing to bet even money that the TABs are original.  A quick $20.00 would be so worth avoiding this: http://dmcnews.com/Techsection/rollover.html.
 
For those of you who are interested, the following list is the repairs that have been completed so far.  As most of you know, I bought a "clunker" last November, which I thought was a "treasure for a song".  To say the least, the guy almost saw me in court considering a contract was written with specific details regarding the condition of the car.  Anyhoo, I learned several important lessons in life by buying this car, so in a respectful sense it's been a blessing to fix the car up.  To know I didn't just buy a "new" one, but I bought one that WAS headed to the scrap heap - it brings a real sense of accomplishment and dedication to this project.  I have thoroughly enjoyed bringing the car back to the road, and I have learned ALOT of patience when the car acts up, and we have to go in and figure out "WHY???".  Heh, I want to express my thanks to everyone for putting up with my questions.  From the respected to the ridiculous questions, alot of people here helped me - including the
 vendors.  Thank you all for your help, time, thought, and considerations - as well as those of you who have actually showed up at my door and took the time out to show and teach me, as well as help me put in parts, show me how tools work - and most importantly - help me get #003299 back on the road.  Anyhoo, here is the list - from Nov 18th 2003 - Feb 20, 2004:
 
1. Replaced oil filter 
2. Air filter 
3. Fuel filter 
4. Auto tranny filter 
5. Rotor cap 
6. Rotor distributor 
7. Spark plugs 
8. Spark plug wires 
9. Coil wire 
10. Ignition wires 
11. Alternator belt 
12. A/C belt 
13. Valve covers 
14. Oxygen sensor 
15. Control pressure regulator 
16. Frequency valve w/ss line 
17. Spinners are off tires 
18. Tranny completely rebuilt - specifically 1st gear, computer governor, torque converter, and vacuum modulator 
19. Rewired the otterstat 
20. Fixed the brown starter wires 
21. Cleaned numerous grounds 
22. Rewired the wiring around the microswitch 
23. Cleaned microswitch 
24. Added the SS coolant bottle with new radiator cap 
25. Fixed the idle control motor 
26. Replaced the battery with new MATCHING battery screws 
27. Fixed numerous, pathetic attempts at wiring in the electrical system 
28. Added a self-bleeding kit to the cooling system 
29. Replaced the shifter cable 
30. Had numerous sets of keys made and tumblers reset/cleaned 
31. New Alternator 
32. FanZilla 
33. New transmission mounts 
34. Fixed my turn signals 
35. Cleaned and retightened the ignition wiring 
36. Replaced all the fuses 
37. New front rotors 
38. New brake pads on front rotors 
39. Added a "lifetime" air filter 
40. Replaced the air hose directly underneath the coolant bottle 
41. Replaced some of the hosing on the coolant pipes 
42. New oil pressure sending unit 
43. Got my cargo net up (It was a tangled mess.)
44. Replaced my old otterstat
45. Replaced the thermotime switch
46. Caliberated the mixture screw correctly
47. Fixed numerous vacuum leaks
48. Replaced fuel pump
49. Installed the fuel baffle kit
50. Cleaned tires and the rims (They look SO good now.)
51. New Door Struts

I'm sure here and there I missed some things, but these were what have been discovered so far; and there's more to do.  I've noticed two things happen when you buy a DeLorean - 1.  The credit cards get maxed out ;) and 2.  Fix one thing and 8 more break.  SO, here is my list of what I'm working on before PF in June:
 
1.  Rack and Pinion
2.  Water Pump (It's not leaking, but I'm keeping my eye on it at ALL times.)
3.  TABs
4.  Wheel Bearings (bought - just need to get a hold of a wheel press)
5.  Rebuild the calipers (You were right, John!)
6.  A/C Motor
7.  Trunk Struts
8.  Engine Struts
9.  A/C Vent (1) needs to be replaced (The plastic flaps are loosely flopping around.)
10.  Headliners need to be refixed (on the sides)
11.  Wiper Blades (Yes...they are the originals)
12.  Louvers (Cracked)
13.  Windshield Washer Motor
14.  Tire Caps (They are unmatched right now.)
15.  Repaint Fascias
16.  Repair spedometer
 
*sigh of mixed relief* The list gets shorter...but...it keeps growing =/.  Well, I'd say 51-16 (fixed to unfixed) isn't so bad!  I hope everyone has enjoyed seeing this chronolology; I swear - I'm going to win the "Most work in the least amount of ownership time" award @ PF!! (If there was one =) ).  See you all there!
 
Jeremiah
 
 



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