Up early in Oregon since our bodies are on central time, here is a photo of our Inn which is across the street from the Delorean. Lots of traffic on roads with no signs of icing issues.
More to come...
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Up early in Oregon since our bodies are on central time, here is a photo of our Inn which is across the street from the Delorean. Lots of traffic on roads with no signs of icing issues.
More to come...
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Snow!!! If I were you I would find a WalMart or similar parking lot with lots of room and get a little experience on handling and traction. If you are not familiar with rear engine it could be a surprise. Light front-end and under-steer, etc., etc. If the brakes are not functioning to spec you could have additional issues. Be careful!!!
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Have a great trip! I don't recall from your earlier post where you are originally from, so please forgive me if I'm stating the obvious to you: Remember that you are driving a rear wheel drive car in snow. In a front wheel drive you can get away with pointing the tires and giving it gas when you start to slide, that won't work with a DeLorean. Take it easy around corners and pump the breaks (no anti-lock!). Snow and ice will catch you off guard if you aren't ready for it. (Edit: I lived in MN for 30 years so have a bit of experience with bad roads)
Also, when you get home, be sure to thoroughly spray every part under the car with water. You'll want to get the salt off right away.
It sounds like you are coming at this trip with the right perspective: positive attitude with a realistic expectation of what could happen with an unknown car.
Enjoy the trip! Looking forward to seeing updates! Jealous of this adventure!
David Proehl
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I am excited to see photos of your trip, but it bears repeating, drive safe
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If all else fails U-Haul truck with a car trailer......
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And check with this forum before loading a DeLorean on a car trailer.
Am guessing that your neighborly Oregonians have snowplows for their highways.Originally Posted by SS Spoiler
May the heater/fan system in your new ride work well for you.
March '81, 5-speed, black interior
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Be safe, man.....
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Delorean pickup, ready to begin the trip home.
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Southern Oregon/NE California; beautiful country. Car is doing great!
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That is really great! Glad to hear you and the car are doing well. And the dry road underneath you!
Southern Oregon/NE California; beautiful country. Car is doing great!
Hard for some to imagine a large group of people you've never met being "worried" about you, so it's nice to see this. Have fun on the rest of your trip!
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