RE: loose steering column; struts

[Darryl Tinnerstet <darryl@xxxx>]

Take a close look at the outer mesh tube of the steering column under the
dash. It has probably broken in several places, as mine did recently. I
carefully welded mine back together, but the proper fix is a new column
(#106939 @ $185 or so). Another problem which can cause a lesser amount of
movement is a failed bushing where the column goes through the firewall. I
reproduce those out of tough Delrin plastic for $10.95.

As for the person who asked if other gas struts would fit, it is common
knowledge that there are interchanges for the louver and hood struts that
are very close. The door struts, however, are unique to the DeLorean, but
modern replacements can be purchased from any reliable DeLorean parts
supplier for about $59.95 each.

-- 
Darryl Tinnerstet
Specialty Automotive
4 LaBelle Lane
McCleary, WA 98557
PH: 360-495-4640
FAX: 360-495-4680