--- dmcjohn <dmcjohn@xxxx> wrote: > Hi everybody, > Well, I finally own a DeLorean! Vin > #SCEDT26T5BD003810. It is a > September 1981 (September 15th according to the > writing under the > headliners) with black leather and a 5 speed trans. > Hi John, Congatulations on your purchase and welcome to the world of Delorean ownership. I don't know what you paid for the car, but i do have some tips that i think will help you. I know you want the performance stuff(springs,shocks,zilla parts, etc..) But there are a few things you should consider getting first. Make sure your car has ALL the recalls and service bullitin work done. Since your car is an early 81 (mine has an August 81 build date) these will need to be taken care of before anything else. Make sure the altenator is upgraded to at least 105amp, as your battery will probably not hold it's charge, especially if you want a nice sound system. Check the fuel lines, pump and tank, since your car has such low miles ( as mine has only 20,000) , your fuel system make need work. Also, change the oil and engine coolant immediately, as this also may be old and of poor quality. Check all soleniods, and fuses, replace with new ones. Don't open and close the windows too much until you can get the motors updated, as they can get stuck in the "down" position and make it hard to use as a daily driver.Make sure your steering column is ok and that the tie rods are in good order.All this work can be done at PJ Gradys, and will be costly. I know, i had most of that work done after i purchased my Delorean in August of 01. Rob Grady had me do all that work and i still want to change all the hoses and replace my radiator with the three core unit he sells, before i start with the springs/shocks/stereo/CD player/etc.. Believe me, doing this stuff first will make your car very reliable, and you'll have a car that looks good, but runs great.. I hope I was helpful. Sincerely, Steve T. #2801