Re: [DML] Customizing a DeLorean

["DMC Joe" <dmcjoe@xxxx>]

You said:
"......... any ideas for improving the Lucas design?"

The DeLorean electrical system was not designed by Lucas!

DMC Joe
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----- Original Message -----
From: "Sean Spurlock" <sean_dmc1@xxxx>
To: <dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Thursday, February 07, 2002 10:32 AM
Subject: [DML] Customizing a DeLorean


>
>
> Group,
>
> Well, I am finally back on the list and about to purchase another
> DeLorean, having sold my first one a few years ago. Here are some
questions
> for you veteran DeLorean owners. Please don't hate me for asking these
> questions!!! I know many of you are purists!
>
> I want to customize my next DeLorean:
>
> 1. Updating engine - DMC Houston can take care of that...but any other
> ideas?
>
> 2. Suspension - lowering the car is nice...any recommendations on shock
and
> struts (or any other improved suspension components???
>
> 3. Brakes - any ideas here??? Larger cross-drilled rotors? Any sizes or
> brands?
>
> 4. Electrical updates - aside from the Zillas, any ideas for improving the
> Lucas design?
>
> 5. Exhaust - IMPORTANT!!! Any idea of a borla or performace set up???
>
> 6. Air Intake - any K&N filters or cool-flo intakes???
>
> 7. Wheels - I want larger wheels and tires (especially in the front)
17inch
> wheels??? and wider tires. Has anyone tackled this one??? I want greater
> roadability and looks!!!
>
> 8. The question you will all hate - is there a method for painting a
> DeLorean??? Doesn't it involve acid etching or prep??? if anyone has done
> this let me know.
>
> 9. Cooling system - any low temp switches or thermostats available??? HD
> radiators??? KEEP THAT ENGINE COOL!!!
>
> I am very interested in sharing info on any ideas for making the DeLorean
> "better". Obviously, it is already a great car...I just want to update it
> more and make it more like the sports car it wants to be!!! Let me know if
> any of you have ideas and / or are interested in discussing ideas!!!
Thanks
> a lot and it is good to be back!!!
>
> Best Wishes,
> Sean Spurlock
> -formerly VIN 7003