[DML] Re: DeLorean Dignity

["therealdmcvegas" <dmcvegas@xxxxxxx>]

Well, the moderator was right. It was a post that managed to hit all 
points possible, to ruffle everyones' feathers. :) But, I am going to 
keep this in a positive light, and on the subject topic.

You're absolutely right about the PRV. It's reliable, and can be made 
so with time and effort. And I'm going to back you that statement, 
and the fact that it is indeed underpowered. But let me present to 
you another point of view. One from a fellow DeLorean owner, whom 
like yourself, I too am planning for an engine swap down the road.

The PRV is quite a unique engine in many ways. It has it's unique 
quirks, combined with an unconventional fuel injection system, with 
an emissions control device strapped onto it as an afterthought, and 
you've got quite a challenge ahead of you. And that is the problem. 
As you've already said, you had to have a mechanic do a bit of work 
on your car, and naturally, you have concerns about what is going to 
pop-up and hit you in the future. A quite valid concern.

However, I am going to reccomend that you not proceed with an engine 
swap with your car. Based upon what you've written, I don't think 
that you're ready yet for that challenge. If you cannot replace a 
series of heater hoses on your own, there is no way you're gonna be 
able to swap an entire motor out. I'm not saying this as a slam 
against you. But you really need more time under the hood (or bonnet, 
or engine cover, depending on your definition :p) before you attempt 
any radical modifications, let alone fabrications. Yeah, I know that 
you've got a willing mechanic to help you out. And that's fine, but 
only to a point. You have got to build up the self confidence, and 
have some decent skills in your arsenal. And you've got to go in with 
the attitude that you alone must complete this job, with minimal 
outsourcing of labor for things you can't complete, because you lack 
the TOOLS, and not the ABILITY to complete. Such as fabrication, etc. 
You absolutely must become more self-reliant in car repair, before 
you attempt

Now, don't take this post the wrong way. My intent here is not to 
discourage you, but rather to encourage you. Get more working 
experience with engines in, before you try anything of this 
magnitude. Rise to the challenge of working on your motor first.

-Robert
vin 6585 "X"
Intercooled twin turbo V8...Someday.








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