VIN 4566 Restoration

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Re: VIN 4566 Restoration

Postby Dan Willis » Fri Oct 28, 2016 7:52 am

Much thanks. More this weekend!
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Re: VIN 4566 Restoration

Postby Dan Willis » Wed Nov 02, 2016 12:07 pm

I envisaged getting more done this weekend than I managed. The frame, though simple, hides many a bolt, cable, hose and... things, that are tough to get to, or get a spanner on, or hell, just soak enough to try the above. So, more next weekend.. that said, I removed some bits of the engine (and where things didn't snap/sheer, I soaked). 

I also managed to start cleaning the underside of the tub. Although it'll never be seen, I intend to clean it up and repair/sand/paint where needed. So far, so good.

Front nearly stripped; soaking rack bolts for removal:
ImageEngine and chassis works by Dan Willis, on Flickr

Clutch and various bits removed:
ImageEngine and chassis works by Dan Willis, on Flickr

Clutch looking tired:

ImageEngine and chassis works by Dan Willis, on Flickr

Tub looking much better already:
ImageEngine and chassis works by Dan Willis, on Flickr




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Re: VIN 4566 Restoration

Postby Domi » Wed Nov 02, 2016 8:04 pm

Good luck for the next step on the car, looks like you have a lot of job to do!
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Re: VIN 4566 Restoration

Postby Dan Willis » Fri Dec 16, 2016 6:34 pm

Technical issues (i.e. camera saying it's taking pictures, but really not) means work has progressed, but I have little to show of it.

That said, today I finished stripping the frame:

ImageFurther chassis work by Dan Willis, on Flickr
ImageFurther chassis work by Dan Willis, on Flickr

Anyone know how to get these (brake lines) out? I've tried everything including a large hammer and they refuse to budge:

ImageFurther chassis work by Dan Willis, on Flickr
ImageFurther chassis work by Dan Willis, on Flickr

Now, given the time of year, it'll be a while before the frame is sorted, so in the meantime I'll be stripped the engine down. That.. should be interesting ;)
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Re: VIN 4566 Restoration

Postby Dan Willis » Thu Dec 29, 2016 4:50 pm

A (very) small update;

Engine exhaust and cat removed; rocker covers removed; flywheel removed.
ImageDeLorean engine work by Dan Willis, on Flickr

Evidence of oil and water mixing (only "some" but "some" is enough):
ImageDeLorean engine work by Dan Willis, on Flickr

A smidge closer:
ImageDeLorean engine work by Dan Willis, on Flickr

I also spent some time cleaning the underside of the tub, which is slowly but surely changing from brown to black.

So, next job is to hook it up to an engine stand and remove the timing cover, the chains then the heads. That should mean I can then remove the sump, crank and so on... baby steps.
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Re: VIN 4566 Restoration

Postby Dan Willis » Sat Mar 04, 2017 5:14 pm

What a pig the PRV is; interesting layout (the block in two parts... not helpful when it's on a stand!)

In any case, the engine is now pretty much stripped. I had to do this because what oil there was, was disgusting, and it's everywhere - in the water, in the bearings etc - so it has to be stripped and cleaned. The block, for what it's worth, seems okay. The liners.. I'm not sure about, nor the pistons themselves, or really, any of it that isn't silly money to replace.

All bearings are worn, as are the camshafts, so rebuilding means a clean block, replacement liners (I think) and perhaps more. Is it worth it? Financially, no - DeLorean.eu lists pistons at €1500 alone. Hmm.

ImageDeLorean Engine Work by Dan Willis, on Flickr
Heads off and, yuk.
ImageDeLorean Engine Work by Dan Willis, on Flickr
More of the same
ImageDeLorean Engine Work by Dan Willis, on Flickr
Pistons out
ImageDeLorean Engine Work by Dan Willis, on Flickr
Other side
ImageDeLorean Engine Work by Dan Willis, on Flickr

Example of the liner; looks a bit tired
ImageDeLorean Engine Work by Dan Willis, on Flickr
Another example
ImageDeLorean Engine Work by Dan Willis, on Flickr
One of the liners - came out.. I wasn't sure they did, but it wasn't even "stuck" (the others all are)
ImageDeLorean Engine Work by Dan Willis, on Flickr
Example of a piston head

I'll get some pics of the cams, bearings etc later - I've had enough of it today!
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Re: VIN 4566 Restoration

Postby delorean12uk » Sat Mar 04, 2017 6:59 pm

with regards to the brake hose, cut it and then drill it out.
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Re: VIN 4566 Restoration

Postby Dan Willis » Mon Mar 06, 2017 9:07 am

Thanks; the brake hose came out with some oil and a hammer :)
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Re: VIN 4566 Restoration

Postby arranj » Mon Mar 06, 2017 10:22 am

Ed has had 600 pistons and liners made, with a choice of 2 different compression ratios - I expect they will be available within 2 months, and will be at a reasonable price.
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Re: VIN 4566 Restoration

Postby Dan Willis » Mon Mar 06, 2017 11:27 am

Excellent; very useful information, thank you! I've struggled to find anything (delorean.eu does have some, mind you, but they're silly money).
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