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    Thread: Supercar Megabuild
Post: RE: Supercar Megabuild

(06 Jun 2017, 15:55)Dangermouse Wrote: was yours the one that had the fancy lights etc added to it? No mine was BAK5T, the near as new one shown on track at the start of the show!
dogs_bolx General Discussions on the DOC / Car / Company / JZD 22 17,264 07 Jun 2017, 00:03
    Thread: Supercar Megabuild
Post: RE: Supercar Megabuild

(02 Jun 2017, 17:09)Chris P Wrote: Yes well...TV stories are still 'stories'...they usually decide what they are going to say before the even get near the car....just like Quentin Dick-head did many...
dogs_bolx General Discussions on the DOC / Car / Company / JZD 22 17,264 05 Jun 2017, 23:08
    Thread: Supercar Megabuild
Post: RE: Supercar Megabuild

(01 Jun 2017, 17:38)Chris P Wrote: Yes my former brilliant LHD ......one of the last built in 1983, vin 20049. The best put together/driving LHD I ever had. The photo was taken in 2006  when it was...
dogs_bolx General Discussions on the DOC / Car / Company / JZD 22 17,264 01 Jun 2017, 18:59
    Thread: Supercar Megabuild
Post: Supercar Megabuild - BAK5T

Hello gents, I know i've been very quiet on the forums the last few years. I've sadly had a rough time personally for the last 3 years, so my Delorean has been on the back burner for a while. However ...
dogs_bolx General Discussions on the DOC / Car / Company / JZD 22 17,264 01 Jun 2017, 11:41
    Thread: Clutch, fork and screws
Post: Re: Clutch, fork and screws

RichH Wrote:Quote: Any ideas of why it could be slipping? Could be a leaky input shaft seal. The 'o' ring goes hard and lets gearbox oil onto the plates which causes them to slip.... Is there an eas...
dogs_bolx 4 - Transmission - Manual & Automatic 17 11,556 02 Feb 2015, 16:23
    Thread: Clutch, fork and screws
Post: Re: Clutch, fork and screws

Thats great news, As its not always driven for just 6 or 12 months! Thats got to be good news for us guys!
dogs_bolx 4 - Transmission - Manual & Automatic 17 11,556 02 Feb 2015, 12:26
    Thread: Clutch, fork and screws
Post: Re: Clutch, fork and screws

Hi guys thanks for your help, its a very late one so will likey be a 21 spline. Any ideas of why it could be slipping? Just to let you know Chris P, BAK5T has been off the road for the last couple of...
dogs_bolx 4 - Transmission - Manual & Automatic 17 11,556 02 Feb 2015, 12:10
    Thread: Clutch, fork and screws
Post: Re: Clutch, fork and screws

Can anyone tell me a good place to source a new Clutch Kit? Mines started slipping even though its has a very very low milage (about 4k!). I'm not sure why, any ideas? I cant seem to see any up to da...
dogs_bolx 4 - Transmission - Manual & Automatic 17 11,556 02 Feb 2015, 00:32
    Thread: Tatton Park Show 17th & 18th August 2013
Post: Re: Tatton Park Show 17th & 18th August 2013

Hi Guys, Great to have a read and catch up about the Tatton Show this year. Sorry i've been so quiet this year, it's been a mixed bag! The safe arrival of our new son, the loss of my job (Company bust...
dogs_bolx Events Archive 28 14,362 01 Oct 2013, 21:33
    Thread: Starter motor issues
Post: Re: Starter motor issues

Great tip, thanks for that....if it plays up again, that sounds a good solution!
dogs_bolx 3 - Electrical 14 6,028 19 Jul 2012, 11:03
    Thread: Starter motor issues
Post: Re: Starter motor issues

Guinney1971 Wrote:sound good Martin, and well done for fixing it - fancy doing a write up (with any piccies?) for the Club mag in case anyone else has the same issue? Now, get yer butt to Tatton Park...
dogs_bolx 3 - Electrical 14 6,028 19 Jul 2012, 09:32
    Thread: Starter motor issues
Post: Re: Starter motor issues

Guinney1971 Wrote:hows it going Martin? Any joy with it yet? Yup good news indeed!! It's fixed. The slip ring that moves with the solenoid to the fly wheel had seized completely. Stripped down, clea...
dogs_bolx 3 - Electrical 14 6,028 16 Jul 2012, 13:53
    Thread: Starter motor issues
Post: Re: Starter motor issues

MikeWard Wrote:Only the portion contained within the oil filter ;) Many thanks for that...i'll get on with that ASAP
dogs_bolx 3 - Electrical 14 6,028 11 Jul 2012, 14:34
    Thread: Starter motor issues
Post: Re: Starter motor issues

MikeWard Wrote:It's 3 or 4 bolts that hold the starter motor in place from what I recall. Taking the oil filter off will make access/maneuvering the starter motor somewhat easier. Ahh got you....doe...
dogs_bolx 3 - Electrical 14 6,028 11 Jul 2012, 13:20
    Thread: Starter motor issues
Post: Re: Starter motor issues

MikeWard Wrote:Sounds like it could the be solenoid. But also double check the cables going to/from the battery to the starter motor to make sure they are clean - I had electrical challenges with m...
dogs_bolx 3 - Electrical 14 6,028 11 Jul 2012, 11:24
    Thread: Tatton Park Show 18th & 19th August 2012 - ****BACK ON!!!***
Post: Re: Tatton Park Show 18th & 19th August 2012

Guinney1971 Wrote:ayup Martin, congrats on the 'not so new' arrival :) Hope your car is an easy fix - mebbe one of the North West crew can come round and have a look at the car for you - it could be...
dogs_bolx Events Archive 39 16,902 11 Jul 2012, 10:01
    Thread: Starter motor issues
Post: Re: Starter motor issues

RichH Wrote:Don't worry, virtually no chance the engine has seized, unless it's been sunk under water :?: :wink: Most likely the solenoid in the starter isn't engaging properly.... Do you get a c...
dogs_bolx 3 - Electrical 14 6,028 10 Jul 2012, 11:25
    Thread: Starter motor issues
Post: Starter motor issues

Hi guys, my car wont turn over after being left for a couple on months. The starter makes a buzzing sound but does not turn, as if its seized. I have tried 2 fresh batteries. I have pushed the car in...
dogs_bolx 3 - Electrical 14 6,028 09 Jul 2012, 21:02
    Thread: Tatton Park Show 18th & 19th August 2012 - ****BACK ON!!!***
Post: Re: Tatton Park Show 18th & 19th August 2012

Hi guys, i've just seen the comments on here about me!! I'll let you know whether I can make it or not this year, the Little One arrived just after last years show!! Also I have an issue with the car...
dogs_bolx Events Archive 39 16,902 09 Jul 2012, 12:44
    Thread: Clutch Slave Cylinder
Post: Re: Clutch Slave Cylinder

Does anyone have a method for removal/installation? Thanks!
dogs_bolx 4 - Transmission - Manual & Automatic 11 8,772 03 Apr 2012, 13:34
    Thread: Handbrake MOT fail
Post: Re: Handbrake MOT fail

Yeah it probably was!! thanks for the Rich, I'll try that and see how well it moves. If i slacken the cables a lot im sure the handle moved about 5-6 clicks...how many should it have in it's travel? ...
dogs_bolx 6 - Brakes / Wheels / Tyres 20 16,354 27 Mar 2012, 13:10
    Thread: Handbrake MOT fail
Post: Re: Handbrake MOT fail

Yeah I've tried that, and if it binds a bit they fail for that too!! I've had the pads so close that the handle is really tight. You can't pull it up barely past 1 or 2 clicks, but the braking action...
dogs_bolx 6 - Brakes / Wheels / Tyres 20 16,354 27 Mar 2012, 11:18
    Thread: Clutch Slave Cylinder
Post: Re: Clutch Slave Cylinder

Hi Guys, I got the Clutch Slave cylinder and saw a guide to fitting on the net a while back. I think it was a tech note from delorean.com, but its not there any more, I can't find anything about it. ...
dogs_bolx 4 - Transmission - Manual & Automatic 11 8,772 26 Mar 2012, 14:44
    Thread: Handbrake MOT fail
Post: Handbrake MOT fail

Hi Guys! Well, its always been a pain, and it appears the handbrake is always poor, but mine's failed its MOT at last! Any tips on getting it though? ere's what I've tried so far: Replaced the han...
dogs_bolx 6 - Brakes / Wheels / Tyres 20 16,354 26 Mar 2012, 14:37
    Thread: Clutch Slave Cylinder
Post: Re: Clutch Slave Cylinder

Thanks guys, it appears the cheapest place to buy these at the moment is delorean.eu 1 x SLAVE CYLINDER (100843) = 77,11EUR Delivery Approx =15EUR Thanks for your help!
dogs_bolx 4 - Transmission - Manual & Automatic 11 8,772 25 Feb 2012, 14:12
    Thread: Clutch Slave Cylinder
Post: Clutch Slave Cylinder

Hi guys, does any have or know a place where I can get hold of a Slave Clutch Cylinder as reasonable cost? Is it possible to repair seals on an old one? Many thanks in advance.
dogs_bolx 4 - Transmission - Manual & Automatic 11 8,772 16 Feb 2012, 14:17
    Thread: Engine Cutting out when Idling
Post: Re: Engine Cutting out when Idling

Yeah sounds a good idea, let me know how I can help or write it up. Yes, should be attending Tatton! I Look forward to meeting other from the club.
dogs_bolx 1 - Engine 25 10,560 03 Aug 2011, 13:59
    Thread: Engine Cutting out when Idling
Post: Re: Engine Cutting out when Idling

Ok, update as promised. I shall post a full description of what I did shortly, and hopefully a Youtube video showing the de-soldering and soldering process I used to repair the ECU. It was the Analo...
dogs_bolx 1 - Engine 25 10,560 02 Aug 2011, 22:54
    Thread: Engine Cutting out when Idling
Post: Re: Engine Cutting out when Idling

Yeah I understand, thanks again. I'll let you know the outcome when it's resolved.
dogs_bolx 1 - Engine 25 10,560 09 Jul 2011, 14:47
    Thread: Engine Cutting out when Idling
Post: Re: Engine Cutting out when Idling

Thanks Martin. What do you make of my tests above? Helpful? Does it give any more ideas?
dogs_bolx 1 - Engine 25 10,560 09 Jul 2011, 13:19
    Thread: Engine Cutting out when Idling
Post: Re: Engine Cutting out when Idling

Hi Martin, I tried what you said, but couldn't quite hear the sound you where looking for. Most times though it cut out, other times it idled very low (but smoothing sounding) at around 400-500 rpm. I...
dogs_bolx 1 - Engine 25 10,560 09 Jul 2011, 13:02
    Thread: Engine Cutting out when Idling
Post: Re: Engine Cutting out when Idling

Yeah, thats what I was thinking, plus maybe the caps as they can go out of tolerance over the years. I'll let you know progress.....
dogs_bolx 1 - Engine 25 10,560 08 Jul 2011, 15:33
    Thread: Engine Cutting out when Idling
Post: Re: Engine Cutting out when Idling

Hi Martin, good to hear from you. It's been a while! I'll certainly try the hints you sent, sounds nice and easy! IF it's the ECU, what parts do you usually replace in there? Is it the LM29** and 40...
dogs_bolx 1 - Engine 25 10,560 08 Jul 2011, 14:30
    Thread: Engine Cutting out when Idling
Post: Re: Engine Cutting out when Idling

Thanks for that. I've ordered the replacement chips as per the guide on the forum. I've ordered extra spare chips so if it works, I may be able to fix someone elses ECU too! I might replace some of th...
dogs_bolx 1 - Engine 25 10,560 08 Jul 2011, 11:31
    Thread: Engine Cutting out when Idling
Post: Engine Cutting out when Idling

Hi, this has probably been covered before, but looking for a quick answer as I'll be needing the car right for Tatton Park very soon! My D has as of today, started to cut out every time the revs drop...
dogs_bolx 1 - Engine 25 10,560 07 Jul 2011, 23:43
    Thread: Delorean Servicing Near Manchester/Cheshire
Post: Re: Delorean Servicing Near Manchester/Cheshire

Cheers Guys, and Hope maybe us locals will meet up. BAK5T is MOT'd again now!!
dogs_bolx General Discussions on the DOC / Car / Company / JZD 5 2,779 01 Mar 2011, 20:37
    Thread: Delorean Servicing Near Manchester/Cheshire
Post: Delorean Servicing Near Manchester/Cheshire

Hi there, can anyone let me know or recommend someone that knows how to perform an annual service on Deloreans near Manchester/Cheshire? Many thanks in advance.
dogs_bolx General Discussions on the DOC / Car / Company / JZD 5 2,779 16 Feb 2011, 13:35
    Thread: Early (gas-flap) D on car and Classic
Post: Re: Early (gas-flap) D on car and Classic

Great pics, my and my wife are so happy with Backy. Funny, I remember you taking that pic as I drove off, and that's Adam in his Monaro!!! Chris P Wrote:Hi Martin, i'm glad you are looking after Back...
dogs_bolx DeLorean Cars or Parts For Sale or Wanted 9 4,705 10 Nov 2009, 22:27
    Thread: Early (gas-flap) D on car and Classic
Post: Re: Early (gas-flap) D on car and Classic

How's things Chris? Sorry you regret selling the 1983!! I don't regret buying it off you!! Still perfect and being looked after you'll be pleased to know. Just re-taxed her today! I used her for my we...
dogs_bolx DeLorean Cars or Parts For Sale or Wanted 9 4,705 09 Nov 2009, 22:22
    Thread: WTB: Windscreen washer bottle
Post: Re: WTB: Windscreen washer bottle

I had exactly the same problem for my MOT too. I fixed it easily. I used a soldering iron to gently melt the plastic around the crack to fill it back in. The crack was around 2", I assume it had froze...
dogs_bolx DeLorean Cars or Parts For Sale or Wanted 24 10,029 24 Aug 2008, 12:12