[DML] Re: Engine Troubles

["DMC Joe" <dmcjoe@xxxx>]

There is a high probability that a simple CO mixture adjustment may
eliminate the rough running and black smoke.

DMC Joe / De Lorean Services / <dmcjoe@xxxx>

Web Site: <www.deloreanservices.com>
----- Original Message -----
From: Sean Spurlock <sean_dmc1@xxxx>
To: <dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Thursday, February 24, 2000 9:54 AM
Subject: [DML] Engine Troubles


> Group,
> I know this is a rather vague question...but maybe I am thinking too
> hard about how to solve it. I am looking at a DeLorean near my home town
and
> need some advice. The car, and early '81 model (w/gas flap), is
practically
> brand new. It has never been titled, has 3,000 miles, and looks showroom
> new. The only problem is that the car doesn't run right. Living where I
> live, I know there are few places to get it serviced. The car will run
fine
> for a short while, and then will start sputtering, and spitting out black
> smoke. I have never driven it, so I don't know how it acts on the road.
> Could it simply just need a major tune-up? Is there something else wrong.
> The car has sat most of its life, but has had new injectors, and a fuel
pump
> installed. What could be the problem. The condition of the car makes me
want
> to buy it, but should I be afraid? Is this a problem that is relatively
easy
> to fix? I can work on my Fiero all day long, but am a little weary about
> diagnosing anything wrong with a DeLorean. Please help me!
>
> Thanks,
> Sean Spurlock