5992 Trip to Greece, Restoration and Speculations

[robvanderveer]

most impressive!

[pezzonovante88]

Wow! Great work on the antennae hole job. It will look so much better!

[Alan]

F me likewise mouse;) cheers, too bad it's on the bottom part of the car... Won't be visible too much.


F me, too. Alex, don't worry about the suspension only being seen from below. First of all, it's a masterpiece. Second of all, it's not alone. Everything you're doing is gorgeous... including your "disappearing" a-hole. That stainless patch was VERY well done.

Keep it up. The work, thread, and pictures are amazing.

[ALEXAKOS]

Thank you Alan!
Needless to say that I am not a professional TIG welder, but patching the frame gave me good exercise. Yet welding thick steel is much easier that this thin stainless!

I was scared shitless while doing that cause the high temperature brings the thin fender to warping. I had to hammer it back to place.

I may look easy in 3 photos but I will just say I was lucky. Had I a second fender to do it over? Dono if I have the guts!

Now back to work. I want this baby on the road by September!

Major US vehicle get together in Athens called V-day. Harley's, muscle cars, beer n chicks in leather gonna be there. The only Delorean in Greece is expected with great anticipation....

[ALEXAKOS]

On with the show....

Worked with the storage compartment panels. The bolts were seized and somebody tried cutting those out...the ugly way so I am reviving them...

http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/E68B2283-ACEB-4721-B808-3EDA76353E29_zpswcqv7gzt.jpg
Next is smoothing out, painting and drilling in the wholes.

Trany is assembled after major overhaul and now ready for installation..
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/2981B065-5545-40A7-97B2-A4B58E6AC1A7_zpshi1kseqi.jpg

Passenger door sill carpet back to place
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/D8615AAC-0360-4F34-935C-3E2D4887BF09_zpsifffrqku.jpg

as well as the inner panel
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/9F5D11D8-B677-4489-8009-153825B89460_zpszudsjeta.jpg


and Tarraaaaaa
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/100886F4-13E2-4A67-A496-9B6F5829BEE6_zpso3kiaeyr.jpg

The complete image with my OWN MADE ILLUMINATED door sills.
Sorry Iphone cam wont capture the true outline of the glow....

here is the closeup.
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/7E001D96-E10A-41B0-9F92-0E7365408CD3_zpsbrlvlxsk.jpg

New leather seat also in place....
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/53FCBA2D-D3FB-40A7-B6CC-BA4529A0C333_zpsrj4rfuph.jpg
Looks so comfortable!!!

[robvanderveer]

Fuck me, i'm jealous of your energy.

May I give you a little suggestion? Protect those seats. Put a bedsheet or blanket over them, anything really. I'm sure you are a capable mechanic, but you are working with screwdrivers, cutting tools, soldering irons, etc, near those pretty seat covers. It needs only one little moment, and it's fucked up.

Carry on.

[ALEXAKOS]

Fuck me, i'm jealous of your energy.

May I give you a little suggestion? Protect those seats. Put a bedsheet or blanket over them, anything really. I'm sure you are a capable mechanic, but you are working with screwdrivers, cutting tools, soldering irons, etc, near those pretty seat covers. It needs only one little moment, and it's fucked up.

Carry on.

Thanx Rob... Yes I have thought about that.

Speaking of energy.... I too have a "little" health problem that I have never mentioned.... today I was in so much pain, I did not have enough strength detach the nut from the ratchet.... :blackeye:
But I can't just sit around... I will rather die doing something than survive doing nothing! !!!:evil3:

[robvanderveer]

Thanx Rob... Yes I have thought about that.

Speaking of energy.... I too have a "little" health problem that I have never mentioned.... today I was in so much pain, I did not have enough strength detach the nut from the ratchet.... :blackeye:
But I can't just sit around... I will rather die doing something than survive doing nothing! !!!:evil3:

I very much agree with this. I too try to stay occupied.

[Domi]

Good job as usual :thumbup2:
Yes those seat are really nice, maybe you can protect them with this:
http://www.delorean.eu/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=150016

[robvanderveer]

Good job as usual :thumbup2:
Yes those seat are really nice, maybe you can protect them with this:
http://www.delorean.eu/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=150016

these are a lot cheaper (each) though

http://www.amazon.com/Disposable-Plastic-Auto-Seat-Covers/dp/B0070XEXP8

[ALEXAKOS]

Domi... I thing I will use your idea.... and the Rob's idea to protect that awesome DMC towel of yours:)

OR just grab an old towel from home and not worry about spending or waiting for that parcel to come in .....:blackeye:
I want this baby on the road in a MONTH!

[JohnZ]

I want this baby on the road in a MONTH!

Will it be easy to register? How long will it take to make the car legally driveable out there in Greece? :)

I keep on being ashtonished by the fact that you prove to have major skills in EVERY SINGLE area that concerns the car. Pure mechanical, fiberglass, electric stuff, regraining steel, carpetry... you are just awesome in ALL of that!!

:swear1: :approve: :approve:

[ALEXAKOS]

Gracie amico! I assure you, this is not what if looks like! My electrics knowledge sucks and everything else is on a practice and learn basis.

The state NOW without an engine transmission and seat is legally drive able in Greece! Hehehe

I am half way through with the registration, all I need is the picture if it to receive the plates

[ALEXAKOS]

A quickie....
My bad luck turned into a good tool!
The old trany shaft was the perfect clutch disk alignment tool for the clutch assembly;)

http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/2B58EA5C-46AD-40FD-8425-5F3EE3F56A8B_zpsmav0woo8.jpg

[Dangermouse]

I keep on being ashtonished by the fact that you prove to have major skills in EVERY SINGLE area that concerns the car. Pure mechanical, fiberglass, electric stuff, regraining steel, carpetry... you are just awesome in ALL of that!!

:swear1: :approve: :approve:

I think he has Chris N., Dave S. and DPI Josh locked in the basement after tricking them to come to Greece for a free holiday. They are working their way to freedom.

[ALEXAKOS]

Damn it mouse!!!! Can't you keep your ideas to your self!!!!??? Now I need to set them free:(

[robvanderveer]

I think he has Chris N., Dave S. and DPI Josh locked in the basement after tricking them to come to Greece for a free holiday. They are working their way to freedom.

Well.. He does speak with an accent and has a pointy nose...

http://ramblingsofacinephile.files.wordpress.com/2014/03/despicable-me.jpg

[ALEXAKOS]

Hahaha! I go with the pointy nose and hairless head but my English accent is actually US Midwestern.

[robvanderveer]

Hahaha! I go with the pointy nose and hairless head but my English accent is actually US Midwestern.
Are you suggesting that US midwestern is not an accent?

[ALEXAKOS]

Are you suggesting that US midwestern is not an accent?

Uhhhh.... Errrrrr....


http://blackwaterdog.files.wordpress.com/2011/02/homer-simpson-doh.gif

[JohnZ]

Damn it mouse!!!! Can't you keep your ideas to your self!!!!??? Now I need to set them free:(

Send them here! It's not a long road after all!

:rock_on:

[ALEXAKOS]

Dearly beloved!
We are gathered here today to join in heavily matrimony this couple!

http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/0F1B1530-27E6-477F-8F6D-58964080DEDF_zpsmyhhxj9j.jpg

I now pronounce you engine n tranny!

http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/95524F73-CE03-4FEE-B8AF-FA27663F22D6_zpspzfum2sm.jpg

You may screw the tranny;)

[Domi]

Wow, it's beautiful :thumbup2:

[ALEXAKOS]

Wow, it's beautiful :thumbup2:

Yeah! I just hope it works too! Hehe

[Domi]

Don't worry, I trust you, you already did a wonderful job, so there is no reason it won't work properly!

[Alan]

Wow, it's beautiful :thumbup2:

+1 'nuff said.

[ALEXAKOS]

+1 'nuff said.

Damn right Alan! Nuff said! Time to ride this pony!

[ALEXAKOS]

Kept humming this song in my head while installing it...
http://youtu.be/9FqWTcwILno

Yes I finally got one and sat proudly in it with a stupid grin in my face...
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/E02622DE-1B5F-481B-9B73-6DE2A1259B30_zps1febgudb.jpg

Custom handbrake leather boot

http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/284F7401-DE9D-4060-B3F1-D1CAD7BF0572_zps2sfb7ktq.jpg

Rusty bolts bad nuts of handbrake and seats have been replaced by all stainless steel ones.
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/1F3B7A7E-54B2-4720-BFEE-0FCB0D314AD2_zpsgwsk9id3.jpg

And created my custom brake bleeder. Old water bottle, and a battery breather hose. Perfect fit!

http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/0AA43876-0BB7-4A3F-BE82-A8F4D734B8C9_zpsnzegfk3v.jpg

Unfortunately I had to postpone the brake bleeding as a frame hose joint had a small leak:s

[ALEXAKOS]

Didn't think it would be as easy as....
1
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/422C112C-6268-4E69-8076-BA19C72F3195_zps4u4tjije.jpg

2
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/E98DAD7F-4860-4329-8266-49913C7D037A_zpsjfjpuiwq.jpg

3
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/199DA316-092A-462A-97A2-27A552B620AE_zps97h4xk92.jpg


Wow! I got an engine.

Here is my fav part!

Before after images...

http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/DSC00046_zpscc71edd2.jpg

http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/64B3C86C-2F8A-49CC-9D8A-95B9D6CC8195_zps0uk5efwh.jpg

I know this video is useless to you but is proof that I am fighting this dragon by my own.

I bled the clutch and wanted to see of of is working. So I placed my phone over the clutch slave cylinder and stepped on the pedal to see of it is doing anything.., :)

http://youtu.be/6Ci5L4o9EC4


In the mean time I was assigned to find the legend Myron Stylianides. Dunmury's head of personnel and admissions.
I located him in Thessaloniki. Found his landline but did not get in touch with him. Too bad cause today is his nameday. A very important celebration for Greek Orthodox's!
http://www.dmc-delorean.de/Bilder/squad.jpg

[Domi]

It's taking shape, this is really good ;)

[SS Spoiler]

Suggestion, put some rags in the holes in the block. you don't want anything falling in there! Keep posting, it encourages all of us.....

[ALEXAKOS]

Suggestion, put some rags in the holes in the block. you don't want anything falling in there! Keep posting, it encourages all of us.....

I sure do. Just left it uncovered for the photo.
Thanx :)

Merci Domi!!

[ALEXAKOS]

Round 5.... FIGHT!!!!

Tried to fix the stater.... But no chance! :(
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/6EF7DCB6-C053-40AB-914B-BE4CC6B82849_zps34x8emjx.jpg

Found a lighter smaller and more powerful replacement.
Did some scouting! Found out that the delorean stater is the same used on the more recent RENAULT 91-96 espace and safrane. valeo type d9 e 200

http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/1CBCFE8B-B196-4C0E-B083-967EB04AC07E_zpsz9u3ruje.jpg


Perfect fit! Added oil fllter and oil pressure module.
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/FAD6FE0E-6D8C-414C-B92B-9737FF71EFA7_zpsu4oeijbv.jpg

On to....
Laid out my blue piping..

RH
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/206BAF01-A738-4232-B458-A3E1D41EFA0C_zps3j8coozm.jpg

LH
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/58D66777-D3B3-4981-9F9D-B995446DB33F_zps3wijtypm.jpg

Installed the water pump with all around silicone piping
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/BB3C0DBA-710E-490B-82FE-BF59AACFECA8_zpsyzfwtla9.jpg

http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/740E3689-B4EB-4E56-83DE-DB986307366B_zpsjebow9yw.jpg

[ALEXAKOS]

Oh shoot!!!
Forgot to add the before and after photos;)
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/DSC00043_zpsa8bbc8e9.jpg

http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/740E3689-B4EB-4E56-83DE-DB986307366B_zpsjebow9yw.jpg

This is the only way I feel like I have done a good job:))))
Call it mental masturbation :)

[Dangermouse]

http://www.dmc-delorean.de/Bilder/squad.jpg

"OK, all you guys in the black suits stand on the left and you with the lights suits stand on the right.

Hey you at the back - are you color blind??"

I wonder if the suit thing is a US/UK style or maybe they are prepping for a 6x6 footy game?

[ALEXAKOS]

There is something I didn't notice.!!!
Yes that dude wears some dark Ray Charles shades;)

[robvanderveer]

he's a time traveller.

[ALEXAKOS]

Installed my custom made stainless letters floor mats
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/C3F97B3D-9273-446C-9ACB-4DF6E6079E8A_zpsvojo4s7k.jpg

[SIMid]

Very nice! Not sure how they would hold up though. Scratches and dirt getting stuck in the grooves.

[ALEXAKOS]

Oh well:) you know how it goes with beauty and pain.

I am sure it's better to maintain than the white thread of the stitched version .

[ALEXAKOS]

Let's mess around a bit

Inspired by the delorean eurotec forum in the uk...
http://www.deloreaneurotec.co.uk/forum/viewtopic.php?t=433#p4095

I joined their Delorean ram horn club....


EXTRA EXTRA READ ALL ABOUT IT!!!
The fierce monster is back!
http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/08/20/150846f2937b585ed4cc4b6da86bc960.jpg

The horn headed monster was sighted today near a delorean again!!!

http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/08/20/cead926bb411c97c6ace7bc2a6507757.jpg

Oops!!
It was meant to be placed on the other head ....
Silly me! http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/08/20/238023cb549722b5314336412395fa9e.jpg

[JohnZ]

That's possibly the ugliest thing I've ever seen on the internet so far......

:smashfreak:

[ALEXAKOS]

That's possibly the ugliest thing I've ever seen on the internet so far......

:smashfreak:

I'll take that as a compliment!

[ALEXAKOS]

Completed the assembly of the cooling system with hoses and heater valves..

http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/783DC5CD-1174-4474-8E91-EF9243205180_zpsmxymanun.jpg

Even created my own laser printed labels on silver heavy duty adhesive..

http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/A0197B1A-265B-45DB-9727-910576D988E5_zpsgwf7lhk5.jpg

And placed the induction http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/C73BF0D1-90D7-4268-9E31-647394D91E0D_zpsasyvz7uj.jpg

Before image ?
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/DSC00044_zpsb3497f6a.jpg

[LordFly]

So far that rad cap is the ugliest part of the car ;)

[ALEXAKOS]

So far that rad cap is the ugliest part of the car ;)

Are you referring to the distributor?

I am going to match it with a genuine set of the Renault Alpina GT red spark plug wiring;)

[ALEXAKOS]

one step forward...two steps back...:(
After having the timing cover removed to correct the timing sequence..... I Filled her up with antifreeze and there it was... My worries that it would drip.

http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/5C0B9789-DC95-40F6-8497-15D608F39C08_zpscxijw0b2.jpg
The dripping came from the classic leak whole behind the pulley right under side.

The whole pump refurbishment was for nothing,.

PLUS I had to re drain the coolant, remove the Kjet and the intake manifold.
Back to square two!

[robvanderveer]

It only adds to experience my friend. Nobody said the road was easy.

[ALEXAKOS]

It only adds to experience my friend. Nobody said the road was easy.



Ha! Well said. Well when I bought this "junk" I wasn't aiming on the easy way. Not to add that I went a sep further with this resto.

Experience yes, usefully when you will need it again, but useless if this is a one stop trip:?

As soon as this one is sold.... I am going for the next one... Or my experience was a waste of time:)

[robvanderveer]

Ha! Well said. Well when I bought this "junk" I wasn't aiming on the easy way. Not to add that I went a sep further with this resto.

Experience yes, usefully when you will need it again, but useless if this is a one stop trip:?

As soon as this one is sold.... I am going for the next one... Or my experience was a waste of time:)
I know it doesn't help. I'm just telling you some zen-mind-mumbo-jumbo-make-belief to make you feel better. They say i'm getting better at it. One day I might use it on my self. Like yesterday my brother came home from holiday (in Greece btw) saying he's a lot poorer now. I said to him: "No, you are very much richer. You gained relaxation, new impressions, time-out from work, new foods, new friends, time with your wife and kid! Money by itself is worth nothing".

[ALEXAKOS]

Exactly Sensei! Especially in Greece ( where was he?) you feel much richer among the newly bankrupt souls that live here:(

[robvanderveer]

Exactly Sensei! Especially in Greece ( where was he?) you feel much richer among the newly bankrupt souls that live here:(

He was able to afford Symi. The locals there have just increased their wealth. Should we tip off the Greece government tax guys?

[ALEXAKOS]

symi??? Seriously???? Wow! That is one of the richest islands of Greece! All rich Greeks and Turks go on vacation there. How did he get there? From Rhodes airport I guess. Nice choice.

[refugeefromcalif]

Money by itself is worth nothing".

So True.

30252

Alex Good Luck!

George

[ALEXAKOS]

Alex Good Luck!
George

Don't need luck when I have supporters like your self George:)

[Domi]

Sorry to see that link happened just when you finish to reassemble this part of the engine.
Take your time, it will works anyway :)

[ALEXAKOS]

Oh Domi! It was a kick in the groins but it won't stop me. If just sets me a couple weeks back:(

[ALEXAKOS]

waiting for my water pump to arrive, I installed the drive axles.
Remember how I had fully refurbished them with fresh grease, sandblasted and powder coated the shaft and put it all together?

This was them puppies back when I took em off
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/DSC00049_zps5520fd39.jpg

Now...
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/0994FFF3-CA7D-4424-8A88-CDD61296589E_zpskdqer7oc.jpg
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/1E237D14-CA2E-4795-8441-4E0DAD713BEA_zpsihwj9rsq.jpg

This is what the place down there looked like before I even bought it...
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/DSC05614_zpsc8c27267.jpg

On a second note...


I finally got in touch with Myron's Stylianides family.
Myron was the head of Administration and employees back in the Legendary factory in Dunmury since 1977, having hired most of the high ranking executives along with Charles Bennignton.
Unfortunately Myron has passed and the Delorean Employee reunion on May will be missing his attendance. I am sure he will be present in all DMC's employees minds.
R.I.P. Myron.
http://www.dmc-delorean.de/Bilder/stylianides.jpg

[Farrar]

So True.

30252

Alex Good Luck!

George

Off topic, but -- you inspired me to make this for my Facebook page.

30731

I was gonna put it on a t-shirt, but I'm not savvy enough.

Just wanted to give you some credit. :)

[ALEXAKOS]

Just go for it. But make it more personal and straight forward!

MONEY CANT BUY YOU HAPPINESS.... BUT IT GOT ME A DELOREAN
and that is even better!

[robvanderveer]

Just go for it. But make it more personal and straight forward!

MONEY CANT BUY YOU HAPPINESS.... BUT IT GOT ME A DELOREAN
and that is even better!

Instead of happiness, I bought a DeLorean..

[ALEXAKOS]

Instead of happiness, I bought a DeLorean..

Don't worry! Buy a delorean.

What's happiness without the delorean?

[robvanderveer]

Don't worry! Buy a delorean.

What's happiness without the delorean?

Getting the D is when the shit hits the fan.

[ALEXAKOS]

Getting the D is when the shit hits the fan.

Talk about a pessimist d owner! Hahaha

[robvanderveer]

Talk about a pessimist d owner! Hahaha

Not pessimistic, my dear friend. Merely realistic. Let me summarise by suggesting never to add up the bills! Worth every penny though!

[ALEXAKOS]

Yes Rob I know.y bills are still below the delorean average.
Got a google spreadsheet since day one. Currently at 17k. :)

Dollar to a penny value of a b fully restored delorean.

[refugeefromcalif]

Off topic, but -- you inspired me to make this for my Facebook page.

30731

I was gonna put it on a t-shirt, but I'm not savvy enough.

Just wanted to give you some credit. :)

Looks Good to me! :) I like your t-shirt idea.

I really can't take credit, I found the pic on Instagram and Loved it.


George

[ALEXAKOS]

That is actually a bumper
sticker sold on eBay that you also found on Instagram George;)

[ALEXAKOS]

So the Volvo water pump came in, fitted the old pulley with the very helpfully instructions of Dave at DMCMW.

Installed the air induction manifold and the k jet housing. Next up all the peripherals, vaccum n wiring.

Image so far...
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/0927EC23-B661-4809-BD47-85BA842BDE59_zpssh3gdlpv.jpg

Looking at it feels like this beast can push 500 horse power.... But I have to settle for only less than a third that...

[Bitsyncmaster]

Your warm regulator is mounted on the wrong side from stock.

[ALEXAKOS]

Yes that has been noted before.
I have loosely mounted it on that side temporarily cause there is a whole lots of wires, pipes n hoses to be pulled on the other side yet and it's an obstacle. I will mount it on the correct side when I am close to done.

[ALEXAKOS]

Went on and installed my stainless fuel lines.
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/55D99CD3-6239-49B4-829A-434876C2E08F_zpshnqkjfyb.jpg

Picked up fascias, rear louvre and engine cover from the paint shop

http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/8B1B8466-FF90-4F48-BEEE-5AE819018AE8_zps2oxupnwc.jpg

http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/BE84F4EB-105D-4709-84CE-3AC4A5B7FD9B_zpslbh3ywxw.jpg

http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/13EDA421-B340-4581-8E84-5A8E19E42E4B_zpssozj8m7h.jpg

And installed the centre console leaving the few gaps open for a few more additions
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/E8436FE4-B064-4EE0-8675-73D37313E534_zpsbpcxi5zj.jpg

Note the stainless shifter plate with stainless lever but stock knob. I think that is the best looking combination.
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/32744F84-8722-41F2-A921-62FAED58FA72_zpscqvwlzdt.jpg

[Domi]

Really nice interior and the engine compartment is awesome with the stainless fuel lines :thumbup2:

[SIMid]

Better fix those eyebrows before you assemble the front bumper!

[ALEXAKOS]

Better fix those eyebrows before you assemble the front bumper!

Simid :Scheduled;)

Merci mon ami Domi!

[SIMid]

Simid :Scheduled;)


All the work you have done, I didn't want you to miss this small defect from a perfect job so far. ;)

[ALEXAKOS]

All the work you have done, I didn't want you to miss this small defect from a perfect job so far. ;)

I wish it was perfect mate!
I should have straightened those eyebrows before the paint job. Now I need to let the paint dry as many days as possible before applying any item with pressure and heat on the fresh paint.

Cheers for the heads up;)

[ALEXAKOS]

Installed ac compressor, co canister and vacuum hoses.

Good time for before after images as I shot them from the sane angle... 14 months earlier.

2013
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/DSC00022_zps620b96f0.jpg

2014
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/AED73533-6696-4F18-B691-A8144590B29D_zps4gtc2dfv.jpg


Likewise

http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/DSC00030_zps595b7d1c.jpg

And

http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/31A8C3F6-E9A2-4955-BC7B-92F966E236B8_zps6emtfwuk.jpg

[Dangermouse]

your warm up regulator is on the wrong.....

nevermind :)



Looks like new, Alex.

[ALEXAKOS]

your warm up regulator is on the wrong.....

nevermind :)

Looks like new, Alex.

LMAOFDOTFND!
(Laughed my ass off dropped on the floor n died) :)))))

Now the question remains.... Will it start?

Will have my Renault alpine exhaust manifold in a couple of weeks with red Renault alpine spark plug wiring. Till then no starting test possible :(
http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/09/19/fe34e3e73e0039aa5fd7db971464d4a1.jpg

[LordFly]

http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/31A8C3F6-E9A2-4955-BC7B-92F966E236B8_zps6emtfwuk.jpg

Everything looks brand new! Well, everything except the A/C compressor. It could maybe use a coat of paint :) You sure make the rest of look like lazy bastards. How do you find all the time to do this?

[Josh]

How do you find all the time to do this?

My question as well!

And patience!?

[ALEXAKOS]

You are right my lord. Kept the compressor as is. That was the only thing that wasn't too bad looking. I may give a go when I am sure it works.

Time? Currently unemployed :( Patience? Well.... I would need more patience to let her sit and postpone my first drive;)

[JohnZ]

Why didn't you put the stainless overflow bottle?

[ALEXAKOS]

As I mentioned before, this is a 2 minute fix and since this bottle is still in a good condition I want to work with that for starters

[JohnZ]

As I mentioned before, this is a 2 minute fix and since this bottle is still in a good condition I want to work with that for starters

Ok, I lost that bit!

[ALEXAKOS]

My d has been fendered.
After the very helpful assistance of a classic vehicle enthusiasts Antonis, in adjusting the doors, I managed to set on the fenders.

What we realized with Antonis, is that it was not us who were unable to calibrate those doors perfectly. It was the Delorean build that was uneven and made impossible to center. The front and rear door infill panels are installed by factory with almost an inch difference between driver and passenger side.

Enough said. Here are the pics.
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/F2EB2E82-699C-4EE9-B637-8B0C6E4995F7_zpsqvuf1sww.jpg

To dark I know..
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/F2180770-DA37-465D-93B4-A142037CD513_zpshigpccfj.jpg

Did some regraining
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/9710EB37-EFBD-4100-8CEC-8CE91857A762_zps6mkgqfor.jpg

Straightened a wheel well dent
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/368C5087-CE33-401D-8FA0-2FFCAAD4ECB8_zpswqqvm3lq.jpg

Finally for the bad news....
Used my peeping can to see how the water pump is behaving.... And that bloody gasket is no good.... Out with the sun thing and LK over again..

http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/B1E8CEF8-7AA4-4CB5-A864-16D172A17577_zpsfozph8x1.jpg

[ALEXAKOS]

$£%#?¥£¥%#$
Anybody ever removed the water pump knows what those hieroglyphics stand for....
This time I covered the VOD so I don't have to collect the coolant from all the little wholes...
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/598385E3-209C-45ED-BA15-CC89B867BD14_zpsnidrnpkt.jpg

And the coolant ran into a container in the front
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/7D530C30-BBA7-456C-AC21-460B5FEE029C_zpseahk2gq8.jpg

On opening the pump, the gasket was tightly glued still in the lips and came apart splitting in half.
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/05AFD376-1FEB-4E0B-BF5C-C0D13DFCEF99_zpsvfgparcs.jpg

Looking closer I realized it was the gasket its self that failed. The slight leakage derived from a slight spot where the gasket probably had come apart. Note this was a brand new gasket....
Notice the wet area of the gasket and the rest is dry.
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/DA654E1C-48D2-4DED-B2DF-5BBC2214A6E2_zps9sxj7yp3.jpg

On assembly I chose to just use gasket silicone that is special for coolant components.


Back on the engine with this the rascal...
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/23A34B58-2B3A-440D-8024-268EC707F4D8_zpsf3xfxqqn.jpg



If that pump fails again.... I'll get a complete new engine before I think of removing it again.... :s

[ALEXAKOS]

A proud moment, slash, nice photo....

Refurbished and regained the front emblem

http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/138794A5-7725-4EFB-8F1D-D945BAE81200_zpstzyxh4gc.jpg

[Domi]

Such a bad luck with this water pump :8ball:
Hope it won't leak anymore in the future!
Nice job on the emblem ;)

[Trstno1]

Started doing some work again.
Installed Steering column and new bushing:
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/46A063E6-EEC1-4923-A973-C9C815B972E6_zpsqks7n519.jpg

Glove box insert and cover
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/8BC5773D-A1CD-4F48-AA1A-6B8C06B00D94_zps77wmq4pz.jpg

New leather covered steering canopy
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/F972FB1F-F455-4BD2-9B9A-BBB71E4156FC_zps4n5b08zr.jpg

Sent my rims for sandblasting and powder coating
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/45D858A9-F2FF-4317-B175-A1E9D49A0E2C_zpskzfxbulr.jpg

AND YES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
IT'S GOT A STEERING WHEEL!~!
Looks like a car again!

http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/CE0AACB7-9553-4C77-8AFF-B78F253E2F13_zpsru7ilhbw.jpg

Who sells that steering wheel? I really like it!!

[robvanderveer]

assembly is going so quick, don't you have a job?

[ALEXAKOS]

@ Trstno1
If you are in the us talk to Dave @ dmcmw in Chicago for a complete set with adapter.


@rob
Nope. Got a good offer? I am quite handy:p

[robvanderveer]

@ Trstno1
If you are in the us talk to Dave @ dmcmw in Chicago for a complete set with adapter.


@rob
Nope. Got a good offer? I am quite handy:p

When the money from my Nigerian benefactor arrives, i may need a caretaker for my car collection.

[ALEXAKOS]

When the money from my Nigerian benefactor arrives, i may need a caretaker for my car collection.

If that post of yours didn't have two fishy statements I'd ask what the pay is and if it had beer coupons....

But a very nice offer. Thank you Rob!

[robvanderveer]

And with the caretaker, i meant 'custodian', 'mechanic' or 'steward', and not the undertaker. The pay would be 'adequate' (in terms of Austin Martin performance figures), and beer would be obligatory.

[ALEXAKOS]

And with the caretaker, i meant 'custodian', 'mechanic' or 'steward', and not the undertaker. The pay would be 'adequate' (in terms of Austin Martin performance figures), and beer would be obligatory.

Your making it even more painful as we go Rob.
Okay okay.
I am accepting the offer. When do I start?

[robvanderveer]

Your making it even more painful as we go Rob.
Okay okay.
I am accepting the offer. When do I start?

See above:

When the money from my Nigerian benefactor arrives
The guy said it was about $549million US dollars, all I have to do is send 1% to his account. I'm currently saving up to get the funds.

[ALEXAKOS]

See above:

The guy said it was about $549million US dollars, all I have to do is send 1% to his account. I'm currently saving up to get the funds.

Sounds like a great deal Rob. I have missed several of these very lucky emails as they end up in my junk folder and I have lost about a gazilion dollars to date. Luck you! You hit the jackass... Errr pot. :p


I am spending the money I gathered on beer to forget...

[ALEXAKOS]

Finished installing my new headlights with angel eyes or halo which ever you prefer.
So I hooked it up with my new battery and these are the first signs of life I got.

A lit empty tank which kept illuminating even when I pulled out he key. Note I have a special auto sender unit.... Here that light is not supposed to work

http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/3FE03D6E-66BB-4EAB-99EF-C453FED1B6FB_zpsy5jixi9h.jpg

when I hit the light switch things got nicer
The instrument cluster fully with LED.
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/0139921B-62B3-4391-9E88-F98EB7F3A37A_zps3lwcowmo.jpg

Side marker LED
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/38CA7A81-3467-4FAB-8356-FE02445E4F46_zpsvajtfn3d.jpg

And the halo headlights... With HID bulbs
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/4D4ACB4C-63A9-4E8E-8172-2BB590837774_zpslmfttu87.jpg
The halo get the power from the marker lights while the HID get power straight from the battery having an in between relay give the command over the stock switch.

[Trstno1]

@ Trstno1
If you are in the us talk to Dave @ dmcmw in Chicago for a complete set with adapter.


@rob
Nope. Got a good offer? I am quite handy:p

How much did the steering wheel cost?

[ALEXAKOS]

Mine is original MOMO and it was over 300 usd. Adapter was custom work by me using a GM ebay adapter and a lot of work!

[JohnZ]

Hey you two Rob and Alex are you serious?! :rofl:

Great stuff, first signs of life... like the old Frankenstein moving his fingers on the table!

:thumbup:

[ALEXAKOS]

Hey you two Rob and Alex are you serious?! :rofl:

Great stuff, first signs of life... like the old Frankenstein moving his fingers on the table!

:thumbup:

Rob and I have a history over in eurotech;)

Hey! Who you callin a Frankenstein? :p

[robvanderveer]

Hey you two Rob and Alex are you serious?! :rofl:


Well if the Nigerian deal doesn't come through, at least i got a stack of 500 free new unboxed iPhones waiting for me. I just have to like the page and they are mine. Sadly enough, the video below it promised me to 'Rock my world' and 'be the best ever' but those turned out to be false statements. So I am now going to bet on 'freefreecasinogames.com' for some real money. :sleeping:

[ALEXAKOS]

Well Rob... I can only imagine the pride you feel with the luck that has been handed gracefully by the gods n your life! One jackpot after another... What's next? injector replacement?

[robvanderveer]

Well Rob... I can only imagine the pride you feel with the luck that has been handed gracefully by the gods n your life! One jackpot after another... What's next? injector replacement?

What? How ... amazing! are you psychic? That's exactly what's next!

Oh wait, i told you...

[ALEXAKOS]

What? How ... amazing! are you psychic? That's exactly what's next!

Oh wait, i told you...

Nah.... I just know how life manages to hand out a series of bad situations all together! Damn Murphy and his laws..

[ALEXAKOS]

Had an old Columbia jacket that something gluey was stuck and I couldn't remove it. The DMC patch did the job fine... And it's even looks like a standard release..

http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/C53004CC-5C50-4928-8293-32C24E774880_zpstda96nuv.jpg

Roger Moore look on my facia was the next thing to work on
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/5BF80CB1-B9D0-4407-88AE-59515826AEEF_zpsdln9lkil.jpg

All straight...
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/E3D7899C-7B64-41CA-9F1E-DC2699ABC3A8_zps03gntnif.jpg

So there was nothing keeping me from installing and aligning the fascia onto the delo.
Yes, I finally got a face on her:)
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/C910ACC6-1BE4-49BD-B3B4-E714C8407CE8_zpsz50eyp2p.jpg

Along with the clear lens angel eyes she has a fresh look...
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/6C9A5423-45D7-4C71-8BED-22544816091B_zpsemgt1m2w.jpg

[robvanderveer]

nice and straight

[ALEXAKOS]

nice and straight

And did not even use any tools apart from a heat gun.

Moulded by hand

[Dangermouse]

I've finally worked it out.

The Great Alexakos has a stainless steel magic wand

http://www.themagicdepot.com/images/perfect_balance_magic_wands.jpg

[Domi]

Nice job as usual, soon on the road again :)

[robvanderveer]

Nice job as usual, soon on the road again :)

I think he works for a secret organisation the restores cars. To do so he has a few helping hands.

http://img2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20140611180116/despicableme/images/5/56/Minions3.png

[ALEXAKOS]

No Rob, those yellow midgets are no good... I got santa's elves. BAD news is... No Christmas this year!

[ALEXAKOS]

Worked on the external trim pieces...
Another poorly made DMCH reproduction.
Both rubbing strips were purchased from them. The upper one has a paper strip over the double sided tape and the lower one a vinyl one.
The upper one is trash....
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/E818EDAA-8D17-410B-9890-7A488BABF887_zpsfuewz1vc.jpg

So I had to remove those and apply the new 3M gel double sided tape that is a hell of a strip holster.
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/DA6799F0-CFAC-4187-9A8E-60AA43EDF44F_zpsmwuv1hld.jpg

Cleaned both surfaces with acetone first
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/FD8B91AE-A1EC-43F9-8E21-68357343160F_zpsbnkrk1ew.jpg

And applied...
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/B85AC7CE-CDAA-47F4-A645-B815E06857C2_zpsmj5wronr.jpg

Drivers side done
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/AF97FA2B-AC87-463D-8B81-2EDF5E9A49FF_zpsa4wzmfev.jpg

[ALEXAKOS]

Final jobs for this long day, HID headlight check
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/840012C7-0DAE-456B-B24B-4461572E8FA6_zpsu2x3a5is.jpg

Bonnet installation..
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/6C30C9D1-C846-4C71-946E-75F38E297D08_zpsrzvs2iow.jpg

Bonnet regraining...
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/9CC81717-E309-4D50-AA2A-56DC14675750_zpsrxv5bygh.jpg

Taraaaa
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/94A34430-EE16-4914-9266-99F8397BE21B_zpszz3g8dhb.jpg

Goodnight folks. I am beat!

[robvanderveer]

But it's only 7pm!

[ALEXAKOS]

It's 8 in Greece Rob! I want to play with my kids;) ist Friday and we have movie and popcorn night!

[robvanderveer]

good excuse. carry on!

[ALEXAKOS]

good excuse. carry on!

I know! I am excuses king! Founded the "my dog ate my homework" back in 1981!

[ALEXAKOS]

Finished the complete assembly of passenger door including new actuators for locking and remote opening.

http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/7823FCC2-FD93-40D3-B42C-76632C5D237B_zpsvud2fw37.jpg (http://s821.photobucket.com/user/alex-akos/media/delo%20resto/7823FCC2-FD93-40D3-B42C-76632C5D237B_zpsvud2fw37.jpg.html)

[JohnZ]

I probably lost it in the middle of this thread... but did you put convex mirrors on your doors?

[ALEXAKOS]

I probably lost it in the middle of this thread... but did you put convex mirrors on your doors?

Not yet;)

[ALEXAKOS]

Installed the t panel aligned it.
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/F3074939-C0EA-42E9-AE14-2E1F89A4BA8F_zpssm48iokb.jpg (http://s821.photobucket.com/user/alex-akos/media/delo%20resto/F3074939-C0EA-42E9-AE14-2E1F89A4BA8F_zpssm48iokb.jpg.html)

Fitted the Renault alpine spark plugs and set up the engine intake and fuel components ( for the 4th time)

http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/0F900C7F-87EF-4EBB-B6A6-8F8AE9CEDAB5_zpswexuhzb3.jpg (http://s821.photobucket.com/user/alex-akos/media/delo%20resto/0F900C7F-87EF-4EBB-B6A6-8F8AE9CEDAB5_zpswexuhzb3.jpg.html)

[JohnZ]

You've got lovely roof-door seals there! Mine are just freaked up... :(

Will you refresh the jump start post label on the coil cover? Looks so old there with everything shining!

:smokelot:

[Domi]

Installed the t panel aligned it.
Fitted the Renault alpine spark plugs and set up the engine intake and fuel components ( for the 4th time)


I'm sure you know your engine by heart so far :)

[ALEXAKOS]

You've got lovely roof-door seals there! Mine are just freaked up... :(

Will you refresh the jump start post label on the coil cover? Looks so old there with everything shining!

:smokelot:

Repaired the upper door seals by making my own strips out of rubber sheets.

That cover has been refurbished. Just need a fresh sticker over it ;) good eye!




domi, I wish I did have to get to know that engine so well:(

[Slammer]

Excellent thread you got here ALEXAKOS, all the Pictures are gold for me. :thumbup:

[ALEXAKOS]

Excellent thread you got here ALEXAKOS, all the Pictures are gold for me. :thumbup:

Cheers slammer. If only my digi cam would not have died on me... I'd pass with all these mobile shots:)

[ALEXAKOS]

On a happier note, I puts some juice onto my fuel pump.. Apparently it works fine..... And I heard flushing :(
One of the accumulator hoses was loose gushing fuel. One good thing delorean did was this peep hole index the centre console.. Pulled one screw and the cap.. Peek a booo!
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/422242CA-D0D5-4322-978E-97A252868DB2_zpsrlwfyz1m.jpg (http://s821.photobucket.com/user/alex-akos/media/delo%20resto/422242CA-D0D5-4322-978E-97A252868DB2_zpsrlwfyz1m.jpg.html)

Tightened that sucker. Repo we're the pump... And I heard it like blood in its veins running through after 25 years....

Here is a vid I made trying to spot any leaks.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pA7zr35EyYQ

What sounded weird is after turning it off it made noises like the pipes were relaxing after the tension.

[DMCMW Dave]

What sounded weird is after turning it off it made noises like the pipes were relaxing after the tension.

That's usually the accumulator de-pressurizing. If you heard it quickly the accumulator is losing pressure. If you hear it after a half hour-hour its OK. Sometimes sounds like "clunk" from the middle of the car.

[ALEXAKOS]

That's usually the accumulator de-pressurizing. If you heard it quickly the accumulator is losing pressure. If you hear it after a half hour-hour its OK. Sometimes sounds like "clunk" from the middle of the car.

Thank you Dave.
Yes it did sound like depressurization from there but it was more like several klunks for 5 minutes . The all parts (except the frame lines) are brand new mind you and this was their first time they were put under pressure.

[ALEXAKOS]

Whooooooooooohoooooooooo!!!

After complete engine overhaul I ticked the key over.....

After 25 years of silence:)

http://youtu.be/nx1kf3WfxAs

[robvanderveer]

i'd say celebrations are in order

[ALEXAKOS]

i'd say celebrations are in order

Dats right Rob! One of my biggest fears that this job would be wasted with an engine not working.

Could not believe it idled up so fast. Tick and boom!


Had the injectors cleaned and inspected as well this mowing just to be safe;)

[ALEXAKOS]

Yesssssssssss!

http://youtu.be/5cVSGlyEhaE
And that is without an idle speed regulator...

Engine is set up with a volvo configuration. No emission controls no check valve go oxygen sensor, no ecu, no complex vacuum hoses.... No problems... More HORSEPOWER...


Just prior to setting her up..
http://youtu.be/fBBcugqvCz0

NEXT UP my Porsche 911 turbo exhaust system installation.

[AugustneverEnds]

Greek Fire!!!!! :headbang:

[Dangermouse]

Success!! Great job Alex :hihi2:

[Domi]

This is great, but don't make fire on your car now!!!

[ALEXAKOS]

This is great, but don't make fire on your car now!!!

No? I thought deloreans are supposed to catch fire! :p

Thank you mouse:) feels great to hear it work after all the work in put into.

[JohnZ]

Ah ah well done my friend but be careful with that dragon!

:flamed:

[ALEXAKOS]

Almost done....
Still need an exhaust system. Will probably go with a custom twin set.
For now some selfies :p

http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/6F8AE3DE-6DD7-43D6-9DED-9198AAAF78D4_zps0uqamasj.jpg (http://s821.photobucket.com/user/alex-akos/media/delo%20resto/6F8AE3DE-6DD7-43D6-9DED-9198AAAF78D4_zps0uqamasj.jpg.html)

http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/5F054049-86B4-44FD-9BBE-318D212AEC52_zpsmfah9vlm.jpg (http://s821.photobucket.com/user/alex-akos/media/delo%20resto/5F054049-86B4-44FD-9BBE-318D212AEC52_zpsmfah9vlm.jpg.html)

[SIMid]

Amazing how far this journey has taken you!! Well done!! :) :)

[ALEXAKOS]

Amazing how far this journey has taken you!! Well done!! :) :)

Very well said mate! A journey.... And most importantly the great guys I met on the way;)
Speaking of journey.. Here is a set of common angle photos I took during the resto:

Day one
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/DSC00001_zps9539ebc5.jpg (http://s821.photobucket.com/user/alex-akos/media/delo%20resto/DSC00001_zps9539ebc5.jpg.html)

http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/null_zpsd28e3206.jpg (http://s821.photobucket.com/user/alex-akos/media/delo%20resto/null_zpsd28e3206.jpg.html)

http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/null_zps83c53593.jpg (http://s821.photobucket.com/user/alex-akos/media/delo%20resto/null_zps83c53593.jpg.html)

http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/DSC00231_zps024d66a9.jpg (http://s821.photobucket.com/user/alex-akos/media/delo%20resto/DSC00231_zps024d66a9.jpg.html)



http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/AA33D88A-73A9-45D9-AC4E-C665FCE80C46_zps3equrzqa.jpg (http://s821.photobucket.com/user/alex-akos/media/delo%20resto/AA33D88A-73A9-45D9-AC4E-C665FCE80C46_zps3equrzqa.jpg.html)

[robvanderveer]

a few quotes:

- job done (TT)
- it's not about the car, rob, it's about the people (Admin Bloke)
- go ahead, make my day!
- i'll be back (Schwarzenegger)
- it's life jim, but not as we know it (Bones)
- well, that escalated quickly (from some movie)
- who do you think i am, Rotschield? (my Dad)
- we're on a highway to hell (AC/DC)
- a thing of beauty is a joy forever (Keats)
- a road less travelled is usually everything but dull (Me)

[ALEXAKOS]

Dats right mate! And let them wonder in which movie admin bloke was in! Hehehe

[Farrar]

"A straight line may be the shortest distance between two points, but it is by no means the most interesting."
- The Doctor

I'm awed by your work, Alex. Fantastic stuff!

[ALEXAKOS]

"A straight line may be the shortest distance between two points, but it is by no means the most interesting."
- The Doctor

I'm awed by your work, Alex. Fantastic stuff!

Thank you chief! By no means was this a straight line. Hehehe.

And I doubt I will ever do such an in depth restoration again...

[ALEXAKOS]

Long time no see huh?

Finally got around to install the windshield.
Old one out
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/20141216_142032_zpscrv2dhtr.jpg
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/20141216_134913_zpslx2ydehp.jpg

during the process it cracked right in the middle without any drastic moves. I am afraid it would have cracked anyway over time.
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/20141216_145032_zpsmzrfkkfx.jpg

New one in...
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/20141216_150600_zpsfcfsx9ct.jpg

Today....
Pulled her out after 20 months in that garage...
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/20141218_072621_zpsonarqzua.jpg

Loaded her up...
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/20141218_073054_zps3d0lpqol.jpg

And drove off into the sunrise... to get a new set of exhausts
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/20141218_074319_zpsomxuxvc4.jpg

Right next to the exhaust store there was a Wheel alignment and tire shop.
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/20141218_090426_zpse11pmkro.jpg

Took that opportunity to get the front wheels straightened... 5992 Did her first 3 meter drive on her own getting on that ramp.
SHIT the clutch is hard!!! :shock:
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/20141218_102125_zps6wlqrwqf.jpg

Took an undercarriage photo while she was up there..
BLING BLIG!
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/20141218_102727_zpsd5x9mwfz.jpg

Front wheel set and lowered springs look great.
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/20141218_104831_zpsxdrb5ql7.jpg

Lefter to grab a bite. When I was back 8 guys were there with smart phones shooting her nuts! Word spreads fast now days.
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/20141218_144605_zps2vwqfow0.jpg

First full stainless Exhaust installed
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/20141218_160224_zps1ybbsaf2.jpg

Both done
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/20141218_171504_zpsiunwpvdo.jpg
Hold your breath guys..... Two FULLY CUSTOM MADE stainless exhausts 300 EUROS!!

Then transporter her into a K-jet specialist for the tuning.
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/20141218_181834_zps4rosch3t.jpg

Tonight she will sleep with models!!!
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/20141218_181821_zpsxodjobrs.jpg

[robvanderveer]

Excellent...

[Farrar]

€300 for bespoke stainless steel exhaust? Outstanding bargain!

[Domi]

Looks like a really nice exhaust system!
You even have an Alpine A110 in great condition in that garage :)
Someday, you have to make a video of that exhaust, so we can hear it ;)

[ALEXAKOS]

Yes Farrar. Excelent custom work. Will add more pics soon and a Video for Domi later today.:popcorn:

Tomorrow is my 40th birthday and I am going to take her out on a drive after a very tiring 20 month restoration.:wrenchin:

[JohnZ]

Amazing! And... you'll get used to the clutch!

;)

[ALEXAKOS]

Amazing! And... you'll get used to the clutch!

;)
Grazie. Either that or my next one is an auto:)

[Dangermouse]

What's this that I found on Instagram last night???

http://dmctalk.org/attachment.php?attachmentid=32180&stc=1http://dmctalk.org/attachment.php?attachmentid=32181&stc=1

[ALEXAKOS]

I admit of being a naughty boy mouse.
I left to grab a bite and when I came back she was vandalized... :P

[ALEXAKOS]

More photos of the VALUE FOR MONEY stainless custom exhausts

http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/20141219_130238_zpsokpo2xr0.jpg

http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/20141219_130235_zpsxcudesfd.jpg

http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/20141219_130227_zpsovbks2ql.jpg

[Farrar]

Alex, I can't locate the page where you said which exhaust manifolds you were using, and I can't remember, either, if you already said which. Can you remind me, please? I'm curious having seen the photos. :)

[vps3922]

Wow, you either have a very lean/thin catalytic converter or none at all. ;)

[ALEXAKOS]

which exhaust manifolds you were using,
It's the original Renault Alpine A310 manifold. They were made for turbo and come straight down as opposed to have them go around the back of the engine (or in driving direction)



Wow, you either have a very lean/thin catalytic converter or none at all. ;)
Ill take the second.
I have used a Volvo Kjet which has no check valve, no complex vacuum lining and NO ECU. Hence No CAT. I am more of a dog person.

[ALEXAKOS]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QyLFROCUKII

[vps3922]

Wow, sounds bad-a$$!

[Farrar]

He didn't pay in dollars, so you have to spell it "bad-ass." Or perhaps you could say it sounds sw€€t. :)

Great job, Alex! Thanks for the manifold info -- good to know I will never find those in the U.S. so I shouldn't look! LOL

[Domi]

Awesome video, I like that sound ;)

[refugeefromcalif]

omorrow is my 40th birthday and I am going to take her out on a drive after a very tiring 20 month restoration.:wrenchin:

Happy Birthday! (It all goes downhill after 40)... :histerical1:
Don't forget pics and video to document the drive. :woot:

George

[ALEXAKOS]

Happy Birthday! (It all goes downhill after 40)... :histerical1:
Don't forget pics and video to document the drive. :woot:

George
Cheers George! !

Actually I took my first drive yesterday when i took her from the shop home. Naked rear, No licence plates nothing. Police pulls me over... Says "where did you get that awesome car from" and let's me drive on.... it's great to live in Greece! Hehehe

I am still having trouble with the butterfly assembly. Keeps high rev after acceleration. It won't let the butterflies close easily and the plugs o rings are letting some air through.

[ALEXAKOS]

Wow, sounds bad-a$$!
Thanx. I did think it sounds a bit too loud when accelerating. But it feels like a power vehicle.


He didn't pay in dollars, so you have to spell it "bad-ass." Or perhaps you could say it sounds sw€€t. :)
Great job, Alex! Thanks for the manifold info -- good to know I will never find those in the U.S. so I shouldn't look! LOL
hahahah True dat. I can hook you up with a set but have in mind that the oil dipstick tube needs a little bending inward to fit.


Awesome video, I like that sound ;)
Meci mon Amis!

[ALEXAKOS]

the manifold info -- good to know I will never find those in the U.S. so I shouldn't look! LOL
http://www.leboncoin.fr/equipement_auto/743590165.htm?ca=8_s

[ALEXAKOS]

can you smell it?
Its nearly done...


http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/20141223_145013_zpsesyjgxuw.jpg

http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/20141223_145031_zpscpdrzkdo.jpg

http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/20141223_164445_zpsnjzv0c8r.jpg

http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/20141223_163302_zps23zq0efz.jpg

[AugustneverEnds]

Too awesome an occasion for words!!! Bravo Alex! Καλα Χριστούγεννα!!

[ALEXAKOS]

Too awesome an occasion for words!!! Bravo Alex! Καλα Χριστούγεννα!!

Ευχαριστω Αδερφε! :) ΕΠΙΣΗΣ ΜΕ ΥΓΕΙΑ! :thumbup:

[vps3922]

That is looking great! Congratulations!

[robvanderveer]

Super!

[SIMid]

Incredible job!!

Still don't know why you didn't install a SS overflow bottle?

[ALEXAKOS]

Incredible job!!

Still don't know why you didn't install a SS overflow bottle?
Nothing is perfect in this world. I chose not to install it to preserve the feeling of inperfect! Hahaha.

Bull a side. ... I just did not get around doing that.

[Alegria]

Great work Alex!!! :thumbup:

[Alan]

Yes. Looks better than great. You SHOULD be pleased... as I'm sure you are.

[ALEXAKOS]

Thanx guys. Still need to replace the butterfly assembly as it's shot and it idles high when releasing accelerator. Just fine tuning left.:)

[ALEXAKOS]

Its been a while so I am here to tell ya that I am almost done.
Ordered a Wolfhead polishing flywheel to regrain her, gotta change one more seal on the tranny cause I got a bit of a drip there (The only 3 things I did NOT my self have raised issues :S)
and the I need to replace the Butterfly assembly cause the idle regulating bolts are not doing their job. Idle is too high.

But here are a few conclusive images for you guys.

A flight of the restoration: (images every car enthusiast loves)
Need I add the Before and After text?? :p
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/process_zpsabo3pgyo.jpg

http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/engine1_zpswqdfhiim.jpg

http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/front-wheel_zpsujovwa5a.jpg

http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/fans_zpsy4uyasl6.jpg

http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/engine-top_zpsojewcfnt.jpg

http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/drive_zpsia46ltva.jpg

http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/kjet_zpsm4klchjm.jpg

http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/frame_zpsn4lczcuc.jpg

http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/rear-brakes_zpswcvn506l.jpg

http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/engine2_zpso1cznl1s.jpg

http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/windscreen_zpskixp8u4u.jpg


aaand its first drive today...

http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/0D99163C-28A4-4C69-83B2-4A5315ABB7A9_zps7sspyanp.jpg

http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/55264CF6-A0C2-4140-A479-E47AFA0DCEA1_zpssydtucvt.jpg

http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/F82A40AE-B87E-4E30-8265-94AB88C71659_zpslnzgcdsu.jpg

http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/8CBB5BF2-D536-492C-A1F2-0F53FAB0149F_zpspvuldsuv.jpg

[Dangermouse]

Absolutely outstanding Alex.

If we had an award for DIY Restoration of the Year, you would surely get it :worship:

Love the fresh Maroon sticker :wave2:

[Alan]

I was actually disappointed that the frame number wasn't rewritten exactly as it originally had been. 😉

Ok, I was actually impressed that the frame number was rewritten at all. I didn't know people have done that.

VERY nice work. Gorgeous.

[ALEXAKOS]

Absolutely outstanding Alex.

If we had an award for DIY Restoration of the Year, you would surely get it :worship:

Love the fresh Maroon sticker :wave2:
Coming from you that is the best compliment I could have had:)
Would not have done without the sticker. One of my primary troubling thoughts... How I would best preserve the old sticker.
Thanx to maroon I am back on... But without the native head :(



I was actually disappointed that the frame number wasn't rewritten exactly as it originally had been. 😉


Sorry Alan. Could not find a working marker from 1981....


I figured if someone will restore it again in 30 years from now he will appreciate my effort.

Oh and I also preserved the fish design on the rear of the bumper absorber.;)
For the next person to discover;)


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

[Domi]

Awesome job done :wrenchin:
So much work done on the car in a very short time.
Now, enjoy the driving of your car, you car be proud of what you've done :yesss:

[Trstno1]

Absolutely excellent work!!!

Did you paint the front cooper cobra tires for the RWL look, or did you go through treadwear for the RWL's?

[ALEXAKOS]

Merci Domi:)

The tires are just painted with a marker... 4 layers. Front tires do not have a white face at all underneath.

[Kherns]

(With Mortal Kombat voice) OUTSTANDING !:blackeye:

[ALEXAKOS]

(With Mortal Kombat voice) OUTSTANDING !:blackeye:

I only remember "K.O."
Which is close to what this restoration brought me.

[refugeefromcalif]

Alex, Be VERY Proud of yourself. The car looks Awesome! :thumbup2:
How about posting some interior pictures?

George

[ALEXAKOS]

Alex, Be VERY Proud of yourself. The car looks Awesome! :thumbup2:
How about posting some interior pictures?

George

Cheers George:)
I am relieved that I am done and it's working.
What I am proud of is having the every way possible support of you guys!

http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/DSC00326_zps9d62516f.jpg

And it's been engraved in dedication in the guts of 5992
.
She stands proudly today and it could not have been as easy without you!

Again BIG THANK YOU:
DANGERMOUSE
REFUGEEFROMCALIF
DPI JOSH
EAGLE-CO95
DMC NORWAY
RAD DAD
PATRIC C
JACKO
RAMBLINMIKE

And the people who make DMCTALK possible;)

Interior is not completely done cause I am still getting some wiring finished for the doors locking and opening buttons and some drivers door parts from James.

All I have now is this
http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/01/23/6698cb65682f8a1d3e129d3fea2cf40f.jpg

I'll post pics when 100% done. Plus a video ;)

[Farrar]

Your work is simply amazing, Alex. "Well done" would be an understatement. Words fail me! Some day I hope to be up to your level of skill. :)

[ALEXAKOS]

Your work is simply amazing, Alex. "Well done" would be an understatement. Words fail me! Some day I hope to be up to your level of skill. :)

Some day I am sure you will whip my ass in outperforming me. If I did this with the first Delorean I had ever seen in my life I can imagine what the rest of you could do.

Than you too for your help and support buddy!

[DMC-81]

Outstanding work Alex! I really like the choices you made along the way. The result is stunning. Congratulations! :worship:

I have been following your thread.....very inspiring. :wrenchin:

[ALEXAKOS]

Outstanding work Alex! I really like the choices you made along the way. The result is stunning. Congratulations! :worship:

I have been following your thread.....very inspiring. :wrenchin:

I appreciate your appreciation :)
The only thing I am not real happy of is the dmoco shifter plate.
I never seen anyone complain and it made me wonder.
It makes shifting a bit of extra effort and a lot of getting used to. No matter how I tried to regulate the transmission it's still a game of Tetris every time I shift.

Plus it is creating hitting marks on my brand new stainless shifter column by DPI which is simply a great upgrade!!!!
Way to go josh!

[ALEXAKOS]

Another DMCH part that failed :(
(After the sump gasket, the tranny breather and another tranny seal)
I had to remove the tranny today after only having driven 70 miles...
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/06117CE7-2240-421A-8B1F-6ED1C66853EA_zpsr2w3koyd.jpg
(Yes I drive with that BARCODE license plate!!! It's 2015 isn't it? :p)

The seal just wasn't doing its job and it cost me 200€,
There was no way I hell I would try and remove that tranny again alone in my garage.

http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/4A973184-F669-4354-BC95-33B7A13B1CB0_zpsl6pl4abp.jpg

So thanx to Ed's replacement seal I was on my way 3 hours later;)

http://youtu.be/y6XStNJKCo0
Nice exhaust sound... Many think it's a ford gt40 :)

[SIMid]

That sucks!! :(

Looks like you got access to a hoist which will make it much easier to work at.

[ALEXAKOS]

Actually I rented the hoist and spot for 200€:((

Shouldn't DMCH pick up that bill? Why do i have to pay for faulty parts?

[Andy]

Actually I rented the hoist and spot for 200€:((

Shouldn't DMCH pick up that bill? Why do i have to pay for faulty parts?

I know the feeling al too well ; me is not very happy with the way "certain" DMC dealers dealt with me ... but that's another story.

[ALEXAKOS]

I am proud to say
MY DELOREAN WILL MAKE GREEK HEADINES:)

Next week the Greek issue publishers of "car&driver" mag will do a shoot for their next edition.

It was seen at a A/C service centre while getting my system filled.

They were amazed of the condition and asked for my contact details.

I don't suppose anyone wants a copy of that issue eh? Hahaha

[DGI]

I am proud to say
MY DELOREAN WILL MAKE GREEK HEADINES:)

Next week the Greek issue publishers of "car&driver" mag will do a shoot for their next edition.

It was seen at a A/C service centre while getting my system filled.

They were amazed of the condition and asked for my contact details.

I don't suppose anyone wants a copy of that issue eh? Hahaha

I'll take a copy for sure!!!

Excellent progress brother, its been a while since we've communicated. I'll have to catch up on your thread. Keep up the great work!

[ALEXAKOS]

Thank you kind sir;)

[ALEXAKOS]

Finally got the courtesy LEDs working.
http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/F9F80AFB-64E5-4BF7-9153-3D6E449FC85E_zpsgecxndxx.jpg

http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/A75C7B13-7FE3-44E8-9270-44DDC37C7954_zpshazngmtt.jpg

http://i821.photobucket.com/albums/zz135/alex-akos/delo%20resto/4A089B9B-2D7E-4225-BC2E-D55ABB28D4FF_zpsjkht6jur.jpg

[Jacko]

Alex, I've followed the progress on your car ever since you opened
the container. I'm amazed and I have one question ... do you have a Job?

[JohnZ]

Second question: is it time to seriously think about your add-on replica project??

:)

[ALEXAKOS]

Alex, I've followed the progress on your car ever since you opened
the container. I'm amazed and I have one question ... do you have a Job?

As a matter of fact the creek crisis brought my business to a halt 8 months ago :(
I am now back to square one trying to get the food back on the table...




Second question: is it time to seriously think about your add-on replica project??

:)

Amico, I am already preparing my second project...

An EV Delorean that will have remote control drive ability and... Yes maybe a Bttf conversion.., too crazy?
Nah..,, I have resurrected 5992 from the grave haven't i?

[ALEXAKOS]

Onwards picking up tiny left over jobs

Another problematic DMCH part. The inner door seals.
http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/03/27/0165e4dbd235ba38e02d3035130e4b6c.jpg
Even with constant silicone lubbing, realigning and care, they just tore after about 40 opening and closing the doors, they tore up on both sides at the exact same place. On the upper front corners. Those are too damn big if you ask me and the pressure on the doors closing were always too tight.
So I got a set for half as much one size smaller.
http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/03/27/c3ceb33da930f487935e8fb6a703a70a.jpg
Fits perfectly, seals just great and let's the door close smoothly.

I finally my A/C is done with 134a cooling fluid.
http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/03/27/a6f4ada53b8c0925cf911dd275bebf0c.jpg
Works perfectly and will give me a cool head in the summer.

Last job, I got rid of the upper engine louvre seals and replaced them with a rather softer seal.
http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/03/27/2be496929c2352b7a28dabb30c003d19.jpg
Grips nicely on the provided rear fender lips and let's the louvre sit softly when closed.

First I cleaned the lips
http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/03/27/7c06d4cdd676e6d003b9f20bac831763.jpg
Then cut out the damper bases
http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/03/27/43e17a11810fc9689a8be908ac414718.jpg
And clipped on
http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/03/27/0f4b0b9ad50d3355660c2e1218640772.jpg

This is what the resting of the louvre looks like
http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/03/27/a7b0dec780a24f918e531b3cfcc8fc51.jpg

[Farrar]

Good work on the seals! Nicely done as always, Alex! :)

[Trstno1]

Alex, where did you get the new smaller seals? What size are the old ones vs. the new ones?

Thanks!

[ALEXAKOS]

Alex, where did you get the new smaller seals? What size are the old ones vs. the new ones?

Thanks!

At a local store for just 40$
I'll measure those and let you know;)

[Trstno1]

At a local store for just 40$
I'll measure those and let you know;)

Awesome! Thank you.

[ALEXAKOS]

BLOODY DMCH PARTS!!!!!:(
now the crank seal failed:((((
Just after aprox 200 miles driven!
http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/11/ae26643ed160027ac1c6d83f6c9da7ec.jpg
Its a very slight issue but what the hell????

This is the 3rd seal in a row. Which one you reckon will be next?

[Domi]

And it's not so easy to change it now :(

[ALEXAKOS]

And it's not so easy to change it now :(

Much easier than the seal I had to change by extracting the transmission!!!

This is the 6th DMCH part that failed on me:(
And two d those cost me serious money to replace:(((

[ALEXAKOS]

I am a happy camper:)
Time for exfoliating!
Funny... It is known for time travel yet I am the one bringing her back to her 1981 looks
http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/14/3932ce1b2a0cd67861276fc6b2055012.jpg

[Domi]

Your car is for sale? Just saw it on eBay.
After all the work done, don't you want to keep it?

[ALEXAKOS]

Your car is for sale? Just saw it on eBay.
After all the work done, don't you want to keep it?

Sharp eye mon Ami;)
Yes. I want to make another one;)

[Josh]

You're crazier than I already thought!

[ALEXAKOS]

Really!!! I love the outcome.... But I m bored:s

[Mark D]

That's cool you're planning on restoring another car. I'd imagine after learning everything and doing it once the second time around will quicker and easier. Good luck with the sale of your car too.

[ALEXAKOS]

Thank you "detailed Mark" ;) I look forward to your very important contribution again:)

[Domi]

Ready to restore another DeLorean?
Anyway, good luck with your sale ;)

[ALEXAKOS]

Hungry I'd say! Not just ready

[ALEXAKOS]

To be honest... I doubt will sell it over eBay... Just listed to see what the "market" is ready to pay for such an example and raise some eyebrows...

[Josh]

Really!!! I love the outcome.... But I m bored:s

ls swap.

[ALEXAKOS]

ls swap.

Id love to, but I can't:(
Delo is imported as classic car. Not allowed to go far from stock or in timely 1981 manner.
A 454 corvette engine would be allowed;)

[ALEXAKOS]

Interesting turnout.... Within 24hours it hits a bidding value of $22.000 where most other deloreans are sold....

http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&alt=web&id=311345635347

Also interesting most bidders are from the U.S.! Either they missed the detail it's in Greece or they want to bring her back "home"

[refugeefromcalif]

Also interesting most bidders are from the U.S.! Either they missed the detail it's in Greece or they want to bring her back "home"

Any idea what it would cost for shipping back to the US?

George

[Chris Burns]

Now bidding at 30k!!

[ALEXAKOS]

Any idea what it would cost for shipping back to the US?

Georgem
About $800 to Fort Lauderdale in Florida. I guess an extra 200-400 to any other port on the west coast


Now bidding at 30k!!

Did you bid it Chris? ;)

32k.... Is this for real? I thought eBay is not a serious way to sell a solid car!

[Domi]

Still 4 days, you'll probably sale it on eBay?

[ALEXAKOS]

Still 4 days, you'll probably sale it on eBay?

That would be a surprise!!!!!

Shit, I think I am not ready to let go????!!!!!

[Domi]

I understand, especially after all the time you spent on her!

[refugeefromcalif]

m
About $800 to Fort Lauderdale in Florida. I guess an extra 200-400 to any other port on the west coast

$800??? :jawdrop: Wouldn't that be more like $8,000 for shipping to the U.S.?
I paid $875, (one way), to have my car trucked to DMCFlorida 2 years ago.
I'm watching your eBay auction. :)


George

[ALEXAKOS]

$800??? :jawdrop: Wouldn't that be more like $8,000 for shipping to the U.S.?
I paid $875, (one way), to have my car trucked to DMCFlorida 2 years ago.
I'm watching your eBay auction. :)


George

Land freight cost more that shipping;)
I paid $600 to bring it over here. But it shared a container with a mustang. It all depends on fuel prices and availability;)
Cheers George!

[Chris Burns]

So are all these US buyers or are there European buyers?

[ALEXAKOS]

So are all these US buyers or are there European buyers?

The current high bidders are British and German. But still a while to go to overcome the reserved price barrier.

The U.S. Buyers were all over it until 27k..

[Chris Burns]

Now bidding at 42k!!

[ALEXAKOS]

Now bidding at 42k!!

Shock!!!!
Yes...

[Domi]

Amazing!

[ALEXAKOS]

Reserve nearly passed. Now that I got some attention... Private sale is now in order.

[ALEXAKOS]

Had time to play around with my GnP polishing head. Else named Wolfhead.
http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/03/32db09c58655db906b6a53bd4816ea82.jpg
Installed abrasive loads. It's 4 sheets stapled on to a loop. 3 such loops on each load.
http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/03/2464db82e52bbd089489017924af2896.jpg
Mount cover and turn clockwise to pull in the excessive sheets. You can regulate how long you want them to extend. Or you can extract and cut off the worn tip of the sheet.
http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/03/aa305b3e64af84c43995bb8db7eb6efd.jpg
Then just mount on your drill...
It's not easy. The head is heavy and it takes a lot of practice to keep your hand always parallel to the ground to obtain that straight lines Finishing. The perfect job requires all panels to cone of and work on a table.

[ALEXAKOS]

Took place in a classic car show in Athens.
http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/11/94f5fec96d172760208730ee50d6d6d1.jpg

[vps3922]

Took place in a classic car show in Athens.

Wow, that finish is looking awesome! Is this after the wolfhead? You did a great job on this!

I also see that you use a PVC bar to close off your seats to eager visitors. What type is this and what are the dimensions. I want to get one and cut it this week for my first car show this year coming up on Saturday.

[ALEXAKOS]

Ha! Wolfhead was a pain!!! Dropped it and did it by hand ;)
Actually I found the fantastic shine the Jif cream bathroom cleaner gives! But only wipe along the texture.
The door bar is stainless!
I'll add photos tomorrow when I pick it up

[Dangermouse]

Instagram pic at the show?

https://scontent.cdninstagram.com/hphotos-xaf1/t51.2885-15/e15/11262676_867184819985615_2103996630_n.jpg

[ALEXAKOS]

Busted!

[ALEXAKOS]

Can you believe an ashoooliooo actually removed those bars, shut the engine covered and doors and sat his fat ass inside for a pic???

I walk up to him and I say,
-"can I have the keys to your house?"
He's like
-HUH??
-then get your @ss outa mine!!!

[Dangermouse]

Young people today :shocked:

[ALEXAKOS]

Young people today :shocked:

Shhhhh!
Right?