[DML] Re: Trailing Arm Bolt replacement

["Toby Peterson" <tobyp@xxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Paul - There was a poll done on the DML a few years ago regarding the 
experiences out there with the trailing arm bolts.  Out of those who 
responded (well over 100 people as I recall), about 1/3 had some form 
of failure (bent, broken, seriously corroded, seized in place with 
rust, etc.), 1/3 had inspected and found no problems (yet), and 1/3 
didn't know or didn't care (blissful ignorance).  In my opinion (and I 
might be a little bit biased), I think that every prudent and 
thoughtful DeLorean owner should know exactly what the condition of 
these bolts are in their car, knowing that the bolts will corrode, 
bend, (or worse) eventually.  The bolts can be changed by the typical 
DeLorean owner with moderate mechanical skills, some basic tools, ramps 
and jacks.  There have been several articles written in the DML and 
elsewhere on "how to", and every purchase of TOBY-TAB's comes with 
detailed instructions.  The only complication comes when an automatic 
transmission is involved.  The driver's side bolt is a little more 
difficult to replace due to interference with the transmission 
housing.  I hope this has been helpful.

Toby Peterson  VIN 2248 "Winged1"
DeLorean Parts Northwest, LLC
www.delorean-parts.com

--- In dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx, "sweetp01569" <paul.sweet@xxxx> wrote:
> Is this job do-able in the home garage, or does it have to be done by 
> a more experienced mechanic?  If done at home, are there any archived 
> message threads or files that cover the procedure for replacement?  I 
> have not yet checked the original bolts on my car.  Is replacement 
> (Toby TABs?) an automatic "must do" for a Delorean owner?
> 
> Thanks,
> 
> Paul - one month owner of VIN 10944






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