RE: [DML] Starting from scratch (from "critical engine failure")

["John Hervey" <john@xxxx>]

Rich, I found a neat device called The Bubbler that can detect air via
compression in the coolant. Here is the link. It's a neet tool.You might be
intrested. Bottom of page.
John Hervey
http://www.specialtauto.com/delorean-parts/cooling-system.html


-----Original Message-----
From: cruznmd [mailto:racuti1@xxxx]
Sent: Wednesday, April 23, 2003 5:54 AM
To: dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Subject: [DML] Starting from scratch (from "critical engine failure")


For those of you who remember that article... Based on all the advice
I've received, I'm operating on the assumption that I've blown a head
gasket. (Coolant mixed with oil & a vacuum leak that I can't find).

People told me to find the source of the leaking fluid mix. I've
removed the intake, and crawled all over the engine. No fluid is
leaking from the head/block mating surfaces, dipstick tube, oil pan
plug or gasket. The source appears to be from the rear crank seal,
but I haven't split the engine from the transmission to check yet.

I am also operating on the advice that these blocks very rarely
crack. This engine only has 22K on it, and it sat for many years so I
believe it. I intend to yank the engine and just rebuild it. I am on
a budget however. I intend to get the engine recondition kit #102565
from delorean.com, bearings and rings. Since the miles are low I'm
not going to do the chains and sprockets.

My question: Are there any other "must have" items that aren't in
that kit, that I need before I start this?

Thanks.

Rich
#5335-MD



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