[DML] Re: front frame exten. rust

["cruznmd" <racuti1@xxxxxxxxxxxx>]

It's not an easy fix but it can be done. The question is whether or 
not it -should- be done. A detailed examination of the rest of the 
frame should be done. You don't want to put lipstick on a pig, so to 
speak.

My front extension collapsed. I did have it rebuilt by a local 
welder but I stood over him and nagged him to death because I didn't 
want it giving out on me at high speed.

I don't know where you are, but the DeLorean Welding Center recently 
opened up in Chicago(?). They could fix yours or install a new one. 
PJ Grady in NY, DMCH in TX, and DeLorean Motor Center in CA could 
also do it. If you elect to do it yourself by purchasing the 
extension you need to build a jig to get the thing aligned properly. 
Another option would be to purchase Pierce Design's stainless front 
extension. They bolt on. Of course the rest of your frame has to be 
strong enough to support that. I'm not even positive that you can 
mix and match components like that.

For my part, my front is solid but I still want a better fix. A 
salvaged frame, a new stainless frame, or have my frame refurbished. 
It's just a money issue.

Rich A.
#5335

--- In dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx, "heylacy" <heylacy@xxxx> wrote:
> 
> 
> Hi, the 81 i want to buy sun. has bad rust on front frame 
extention. 
> is there an easy fix or do you have to buy the whole repop for 
$1300? 
> it looks like i could fab one  but wonder if it is worth the 
trouble. 
> has anyone done their own or should i pass on the car? thanks , 
lacy








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