What have you done to your DeLorean today?

[mburshtain]

Replaced my rear deck interior light fixture that was dangling by the wires since February. When i was working on my stereo upgrade, I accidentally snapped off the retaining clips on one side while removing the rear wall. I tried gluing it into place, but it wouldn't hold. I bought the $30+/- "aftermarket replacement" from DMCH, and I'm really NOT impressed with the quality of it. It seems to be MUCH flimsy'er, thinner plastic, and doesn't really have that good "snap" to it when selecting modes like the original did. If I can figure out a way to repair my original by scavenging parts off the new one, I might swap back.

I'm curious to see which aftermarket part you used, can you share the part number ?

[DMC-81]

I'm curious to see which aftermarket part you used, can you share the part number ?

DMCH sells an aftermarket replacement. I bought one of those but haven't installed it yet. Other than that, this thread may help.

http://dmctalk.org/showthread.php?67...Light-Assembly

[Alan]

Replaced my rear deck interior light fixture that was dangling by the wires since February. When i was working on my stereo upgrade, I accidentally snapped off the retaining clips on one side while removing the rear wall. I tried gluing it into place, but it wouldn't hold. I bought the $30+/- "aftermarket replacement" from DMCH, and I'm really NOT impressed with the quality of it. It seems to be MUCH flimsy'er, thinner plastic, and doesn't really have that good "snap" to it when selecting modes like the original did. If I can figure out a way to repair my original by scavenging parts off the new one, I might swap back.

I broke off one of the tabs, too. I was able to fix it using Plastic Weld. It successfully reattached the broken one. I also added it to the unbroken side to reinforce it. So far, so good.

[bfloyd]

The part number I ordered for the replacement interior lamp assembly was Part#: 100540A. It works, it holds itself in place, and I no longer have dangling purple wires behind the cargo net, but like I said, the quality of the whole part just seems thinner and cheaper than the original. The original makes a distinct "snap" sound when you toggle it in the "ON-OFF-AUTO" positions, and you can "feel" when the switch clicks into place. This one feels very loose, and you've kind of got to "flip it and hold it" to let the switch make contact. I will definitely look into repairing my original.

[Patrick C]

The part number I ordered for the replacement interior lamp assembly was Part#: 100540A. It works, it holds itself in place, and I no longer have dangling purple wires behind the cargo net, but like I said, the quality of the whole part just seems thinner and cheaper than the original. The original makes a distinct "snap" sound when you toggle it in the "ON-OFF-AUTO" positions, and you can "feel" when the switch clicks into place. This one feels very loose, and you've kind of got to "flip it and hold it" to let the switch make contact. I will definitely look into repairing my original.

These are what I am using. Direct replacement, fit tighter than the originals that fell out, and they make a definite "click" when changing their position. I'm very pleased with them.

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[ILM1010]

I started old Betsy Lou up today and drove her around, all systems are a go.....

hate minnesota hibernation

[Jonathan]

Replaced both front turn signal bulbs. Hadn't been in that area in a long time. It sure does make for an excellent moth and flying bug catcher. I think I could have started my own insect museum with what came out of there.

[Lenny]

I prep'ed the car for Celebration. I also gave my neighbors a ride around the block. The kids were really excited and had nothing but good things to say. However mom, giggled like a little girl.

We are staying at Disney World's Saratoga Springs Resort for the weekend. Saturday is the car show and Sunday is the road rally.

[Edwin5814]

I'm test driving a new steering wheel to replace my Momo knockoff. The grips on the upper left and upper right are placed perfect for turning left or right with one hand. I also made a custom decal with my manufacturing date and vin for the center of the steering wheel. This steering wheel mounts just fine on the DMC steering wheel adapter.

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[Peripatetic]

I was spooked by the two recent DeLorean fires so I bought a two pack. One for the car and one for the kitchen.

There was someone outside of Home Depot taking pictures of my car. He asked how many miles my car had and I explained that the odometer doesn't really work. He then made a comment on how John DeLorean couldn't design a functioning odometer because "he was on crack the whole time while designing it".

Which marks my first stranger crack comment. Glee!