Re: [DML]More questions from the new guy. :-)

["David Teitelbaum <jtrealty@xxxx>" <jtrealty@xxxx>]

Let's first assume that everything is in working order and is 
origional. The first 2 systems I would do would be brakes and cooling. 
Flush the brake fluid with Castrol DOT 4 GTLMA. Next would be to 
replace every hose and seal on the cooling system including the belts, 
idler pulley bearings and water pump. Maybe even the radiater. I would 
also go over the electrical system for the cooling system like the fan 
motors, fuses, switches, and Fanzilla (replacing the fan fail relay or 
the bypass whichever is there). You will also probably be doing a 
strut kit just so you don't hit your head all the time. You should 
also at least inspect the Trailing Arm Bolts and consider replacing 
them.
If you could just get a "line of credit" loan on your house it would 
be a much better and easier deal then trying to do it just on the car 
alone. Insurance is really tough to answer, it depends on how you use 
it and what state you live in. If you wind up with limited classic 
insurance it could be in the $300 range.
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David Teitelbaum
vin 10757


--- In dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx, "William Bowie" <wbowie@xxxx> wrote:
> What mechanical issues should I consider top priority when 
considering
> purchasing another D? Safety and reliability first...what should 
always be
> replaced if it is original equipment?
> 
> Is financing a Delorean a good idea?
> What are average insurance rates like? I'm 33 and have no traffic 
record.
> 
> What are the most annoying common failures on Deloreans? i.e. 
electrical,
> radio, air, heat, ect.
> 
> I'm sure these questions have been asked before, but since I'm 
serious about
> my journey to aquire my dream car, I had to ask. LOL
> 
> 
> William B.
> (future D owner in training)