[DML] Re: dmc northstar conversion

[William T Wilson <fluffy@xxxx>]

On Sun, 14 Nov 1999, Martin Gutkowski wrote:

> "As far as strength, the original frame would handle 130 FtLbs for
> torque in the engine compartment, the new frame will handle 310
> FtLbs of torque in the engine compartment with a calculated
> correspondence throughout the frame."

No offense to Bryan, but I believe this piece of information on his web
site is wrong. The *stock* DeLorean engine produces more than 150 ft.lbs
of torque and the turbos produce even more, so obviously the frame is
stronger than that. Many people have done swaps and, in the case when
something breaks, it is usually the transmission. I've not heard of
anyone ever breaking the frame except as a result of damage or rust.