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12-14-2018, 07:40 PM

Rich replied to a thread DeLorean Snow Mobile Ad from early 80's in Open Discussion

"Dealer" plates and "dealer" prep included. Nice. Thanks for this one.

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12-13-2018, 10:32 PM

Rich replied to a thread [General] San josÃ© owners in General DeLorean Discussion

Can do. PM sent.

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12-12-2018, 10:56 PM

C.Bennett replied to a thread VIN 1922 for sale at $76k. in Open Discussion

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12-12-2018, 12:45 PM

Rich replied to a thread VIN 1335 for sale. Black interior automatic. in Open Discussion

Yes, that's a fairly clean job of integrating the controls. Somebody even took the trouble to align the mounting screw slots. I don't recall any...

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12-09-2018, 08:22 PM

Rich replied to a thread [Frame & Body] Advice for regraining a formerly painted car? in General DeLorean Discussion

There is apparently no need to support the hood in any special way. Just give it to Chris Nicholson to work his magic on it. I believe the trick is...

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12-09-2018, 02:03 PM

Rich replied to a thread [General] "Body Check List" card in General DeLorean Discussion

Never seen anything like that. Other than the handwritten VIN nothing about it matches the car. There is what looks like a 1976-vintage delivery...

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12-07-2018, 11:40 AM

C.Bennett replied to a thread 500 Mile 82 on BAT in Open Discussion

I think $52k is a good price for this car considering the issues already pointed out in this thread. If it didn’t have these issues, I think it could...

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12-06-2018, 11:31 PM

C.Bennett replied to a thread 500 Mile 82 on BAT in Open Discussion

Interesting. Pretty much exactly what Matt Farah got for his DeLorean back in 2016 ($52k). If the seller bought this 500 mile example for $40k a few...

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12-06-2018, 09:43 PM

Rich replied to a thread [General] Nick Sutton’s 40th DeLorean Anniversary in General DeLorean Discussion

Thanks for sharing this notification. That's a grand bit of Nick's story he shares in the link. I have certainly enjoyed reading his fine book. ...

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12-06-2018, 09:37 PM

Rich replied to a thread [Frame & Body] Window drop glass off its track - best approach to fix? in General DeLorean Discussion

That's a pretty good description of the front guide being off its track. And it looks as if you have all the access you're going to get. You ask...

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12-05-2018, 02:58 PM

C.Bennett replied to a thread 500 Mile 82 on BAT in Open Discussion

It looks like the miles may be original, but given the underside condition and minor corrosion issues I mentioned above, it looks like it hasn't been...

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12-05-2018, 01:42 AM

Rich replied to a thread [General] Insurance companies in General DeLorean Discussion

This is excellent info, Dave. Thanks for sharing. Do any other DeLorean shop pros care to weigh in on how any of the majors treat you and the...

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12-05-2018, 01:37 AM

Rich replied to a thread [Electrical] High Beam not Working in General DeLorean Discussion

Always appreciate hearing how a troubleshooting adventure eventually closes out. Thanks for sharing. Good bit of sleuthing by your new best...

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12-04-2018, 12:25 AM

Rich replied to a thread [General] Insurance companies in General DeLorean Discussion

Mods please delete dupe posting. Sorry.

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12-04-2018, 12:23 AM

Rich replied to a thread [General] Insurance companies in General DeLorean Discussion

Hagerty for over 10 years now on a Declared Valuation policy. As the car's value changes I make adjustments. I have garage space (required by...

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12-04-2018, 12:16 AM

Rich replied to a thread [General] Insurance companies in General DeLorean Discussion

Hagerty for over 10 years now on a Declared Valuation policy. As the car's value changes I make adjustments. I have garage space (required by...

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12-03-2018, 11:39 PM

C.Bennett replied to a thread RITZ-CARLTON ORLANDO FESTIVALS OF SPEED, December 2nd, 2018 in The DeLorean Club of Florida (DCF)

Nice one. Congrats Dana. I bet your car looked even cleaner than those million dollar supercars.

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12-02-2018, 08:28 PM

Rich replied to a thread [General] Petition to bring back the 195/60r14 bfg radial t/a in General DeLorean Discussion

So we have two prices listed in this thread. $5K per tire from an unnamed mfgr and $1K per tire from Goodyear. Does anybody have actual quotes from...

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12-01-2018, 08:13 PM

Rich replied to a thread [Engine] Idle surging/revving in General DeLorean Discussion

You don't need the tach for the initial troubleshooting. First step is to see if the throttle linkage is fully closed (against the hard stop and...

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12-01-2018, 02:27 PM

Rich replied to a thread [Suspension] new tires and front lowering springs in General DeLorean Discussion

Not all DeLoreans with original suspensions exhibit the same front ride height. Some do look higher than others, as you report. As for whether to...

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11-30-2018, 03:01 AM

C.Bennett replied to a thread 500 Mile 82 on BAT in Open Discussion

+1 Generally lovely with lots of original details. A few quick observations. — Front fascia warping at the corners. Lots of general visible...

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11-28-2018, 10:16 PM

Rich replied to a thread [Engine] Idle surging/revving in General DeLorean Discussion

It's not an uncommon problem for a car this old. Can't point to an exact thread for it. This is potentially a safety issue, especially in an...

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11-23-2018, 08:12 PM

Rich replied to a thread [General] What have you done to your DeLorean today? in General DeLorean Discussion

Agreeing with this plan and adding that if you don't care to disconnect the battery for storage then just unplug the door lock module and leave the...

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11-18-2018, 06:38 PM

Rich replied to a thread [Engine] Day 4 of Delorean Ownership and Delorean Won't Start! in General DeLorean Discussion

Suggesting you go in David T's direction (first attend to your battery charge or battery condition/age) as well as follow your first inclination: ...

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11-18-2018, 03:59 PM

Rich replied to a thread [General] What have you done to your DeLorean today? in General DeLorean Discussion

Nice idea. I will do that on my backup release wire, too. Along with this regular check can be an inspection of both ends of the trunk release...

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11-18-2018, 03:49 PM

Rich replied to a thread [Electrical] Fuse box panel deckboard removal in General DeLorean Discussion

Yes, good call from David T. on this. It's a simple and useful update for Ds built in the initial months. There is a VIN reference for it you will...

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11-18-2018, 12:34 PM

Rich replied to a thread [General] Flying Delorean for Sale in General DeLorean Discussion

That would be Matt Riese's inspiring DMC-12 hovercraft project. Seen on several videos and spotted on TV just beyond ATT Park during some SF Giants...

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11-17-2018, 06:54 PM

Rich replied to a thread [General] What have you done to your DeLorean today? in General DeLorean Discussion

Yes, that's a nice way to go. Thanks. Jumpers or helpers - or other D drivers following the car at an event - are all good solutions. The story is...

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11-17-2018, 02:00 PM

Rich replied to a thread [General] What have you done to your DeLorean today? in General DeLorean Discussion

Performed my usual 6 month rear light safety check. I set up my phone to video the sequence - turn signals, brakes, taillights, reverse. It always...

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