[DML] Re: Bad mechanic?

["DMC Joe" <dmcjoe@xxxx>]

Ralph,

Your mechanic is slightly misinformed. He is correct when he states that the
Volvo version of this engine had premature cam failure. In late 1980 the
engine manufacturing plant changed the camshafts to hardened steel
replacements. All DeLoreans are fitted with the upgraded cams which should
last at least 150K miles. I have very serious doubts that your cams are worn
unless the engine was run without oil for an extended period of time. Our
260K mile "D" has the original cams.

Which control arm is bent?

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----- Original Message -----
From: Ralph Isenberg <Yugoman@xxxx>
To: <dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Friday, January 28, 2000 11:18 AM
Subject: [DML] Bad mechanic?


> Had my 81 checked out at n import service place. They said a control arm
> is bent (any danger), and the cams are worn, causing a loss of power. He
> said cam wear was common in Volvos of that era. This car only has 20,000
> on it. Am i being scammed here?