Re: [DML] Delorean restoration project, need some tips!

["DMC Joe" <dmcjoe@xxxx>]

Before pulling the entire radio why not check for an open in-line fuse.

Your cycling cooling fan problem may be easily corrected by replacing the
cooling fan circuit breaker.

If the alternator with the D is a Delco your O.K., if it's a Ducellier; get
rid of it. You can contact us or your favorite DeLorean parts supplier for a
replacement.

Most body shops cannot repair your stainless steel panels. We send all of
our damaged panels to DMC Houston.

"We're here to help you"; See you in Cleveland!

DMC Joe / De Lorean Services / <dmcjoe@xxxx>
Web Site: <www.deloreanservices.com>
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----- Original Message -----
From: <danh@xxxx>
To: <dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Wednesday, May 31, 2000 11:36 PM
Subject: [DML] Delorean restoration project, need some tips!


> Hey all,
>
> I recently purchased an 81 Delorean, I only paid a little over 10k
> for it so it's far from perfect. However it was a pretty good deal
> for a running car with no major body damage. I have a couple of
> questions that I'm sure other Delorean owners can help with.
>
> - How do you remove the stock stereo. The tech book says that you
> first remove the plastic air vents outlet above the radio and then
> pull the radio through that opening. I tried to pull the plastic vent
> outlet out and it wouldn't budge. The radio doesn't work so I need
> to get it out to get it repaired (hopefully it's just one of the in-
> line fuses). I don't want to pull the entire console apart if I don't
> have to.
>
> - I'm having a problem with my AC cooling fan cutting in and out once
> the car is warmed up. The fan operates perfectly until the car heats
> up enough for the cooling fan to be needed for engine cooling, then
> the fan cuts out and then works intermitedly from then on. I assume
> it's just a wiring problem but before I go searching I thought I'd
> post the question first.
>
> - My car has the orginial alternator (not the motorolla, the other
> one whose name starts with a D??). Should I bother replacing it with
> a higher output alternator? could it be the source of the fan problem
> I mentioned before (unlikely)? If I should choose to replace it are
> there any hi-output alternators that fit the Delorean without
> requiring any extra parts?
>
> Finally - There are a couple of shallow dings in the stainless steal
> panels (both about the size of golfball). Has anybody had any luck
> with regular body shops being able to pound these things out, or will
> they not touch SS. If bodyshops won't touch it what kind of shops
> might?
>
> Thanks,
>
> -M