Hi all,
My name is Mike. I'm from the Pittsburgh area and new to the Delorean community. After a long time of searching for the right deal, I just purchased an 81' Delorean (5611) last week in Bangor Maine that I luckily found on Craigslist. It even ended up here on barnfinds.com. (https://barnfinds.com/7k-original-miles-1981-delorean/). The frame is in excellent condition. No rust/rot anywhere. The interior is also in great shape, especially the seats. All of the electronics seem to work, windows, lighting, etc. The engine cranks and is not seized. The motor appears to be very clean including hoses, wiring harnesses, etc.
It has been sitting since 2004 due to the owner having health issues. Im currently in the process of replacing all of the fuel related components. I have already drained and cleaned the tank. After replacing the fuel pump hoses i found that the fuel pump is completely seized up. I moved to the engine and drained the oil. After finding gas in the oil, I did a little research which led me to check the plunger on the fuel distributor. It too is completely seized and will not move. At that point, i made a decision to just replace all fuel related items.
I have been throwing around ideas on which route to go as far as the new fuel pump setup. I have seen the new "all in one" fuel pump/sender setups. I have also looked at the stock style replacement pumps with the large rubber boot around the pump. (mine turned to liquid rubber). Any suggestions? I know they supply a new rubber boot made from polyurethane that will resist today's fuel additives.
The deloreanautoparts.com website has grabbed my attention on the master overhaul kits they sell. Too many choices.
-Mike