just use some silicon lube i think. I had to replace mine, so not sure about maintaining the old ones...hehe
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just use some silicon lube i think. I had to replace mine, so not sure about maintaining the old ones...hehe
Rob Depew
Tacoma, Wa
'81 DeLorean 4877 Grey, Auto, 4 wheels
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March status update:
-4728 runs & drives.
-Everything "below deck" is complete for now.
-Currently have most interior pieces out, cleaned and beginning prep for dye.
-Mirrors, grill, and tail lights removed for restoration.
-Rear fascia is on the bench for sanding & repair....repainting soon.
So far, I've met all my timeline goals for having the car road-ready & waiting for Spring.
Here are the updated goals:
-March/April: finish dying interior pieces, finish rear fascia, re-paint black parts, resolve any electrical issues, re-assemble everything, regrain, anti-vibration steering upgrade.
-April 22nd: trailer it to the DMA event; I expect it to be road-ready at that time, but I don't want to drive it from my area to NJ. I'm signed up for a door-adjustment and will install new Grady struts.
-May: finish minor cosmetic stuff, probably do the headliners around this time.
-Late May/early June: put it on the road (conditions permitting.)
"On the side," I'll be working on a Peugeot manifold setup. I plan to complete it while running the current [modified K-Jet manifold] setup, then swap it out on a weeknight.
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Any new pics?
Rob Depew
Tacoma, Wa
'81 DeLorean 4877 Grey, Auto, 4 wheels
The Ressurection of 4877......
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Location: NYS
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Started dying my interior pieces today. It might not have been entirely necessary, but since I restored the seats and will be restoring the binnacle, I wanted everything to be matchy-matchy.
I'll apply one coat using brushes, then I'll touch up as needed & go over the pieces with a "second coat" using cheesecloth to even out any variances.
Pics of two pieces; one with the first coat, the other prepped & ready:
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Those look really good. What are you using to dye them?
Still no pics of your fascia?
Rob Depew
Tacoma, Wa
'81 DeLorean 4877 Grey, Auto, 4 wheels
The Ressurection of 4877......
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Great results Rich. I've got some interior parts to dye myself in the near future so I'll be keeping an eye on this thread for sure. I can't wait to see how it all looks when you're done.
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Leatherique leather & vinyl dye, I'm pretty happy with it. I keep forgetting the fascia pics...sorry!
I'm very satisfied so far. I'm kinda surprised more owners aren't using it, although IIRC I read where somebody just recently (past year or so) sent a swatch so maybe it hasn't been available.
I'll have more progress pics soon....
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Custom matched, and they have it on file. A few days ago I ordered a 2nd 16oz bottle........"DeLorean, Grey interior" was all the info they needed. I mentioned I have the part# on my invoice but they didn't need it.
I think it's important to mention: freshly dyed pieces aren't an exact match with the existing pieces. I think I could've gotten away with just the seats, but not something like a kneepad. I do believe the color is proper, but I think the existing vinyl is a bit discolored over time. That applied to both interiors I've done anyway...
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Passenger side upper door panel almost finished, drivers side not yet started:
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Console w/1st cot of dye, coin tray "before:"
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