I Put My DeLorean Engine Back Together & Spoke With The Orignal Owner! Fake Miles & More Bad News :(
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In this video, I reassemble the DeLorean engine, rebuild the cooling system, find out my frame is in bad shape, speak to the original owner who sent me a mystery gift, and more.
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you replace spark plug wires but not the cap and rotor ?😮
This channel has turned into my version of Saturday morning cartoons 😊 Pops up every Saturday and I can watch Alex with the family and not worry about any content that’s not family friendly. Very good stuff 😊
Said basically this same thing a couple videos ago....and am in total agreeance! Love me some Saturday morning LSC
Couldn’t agree more!
My wife just gets irritated hearing impact and grinder noise from my phone. She hears enough of it when I do it
@@mikegreen2229😂😂😂 mine hates 2 step when I watch drag drag racing
@@mikegreen2229 tried showing mine the fuel distributor system in the vid.... Got an eye roll, and a "don't you do enough of this at the shop all week" 😁 lol.
My reply was, "but babe it's a DeLorean!"
Dave has got to be one of the chillest and most interesting guys I’ve ever heard. I could sit by the fire w him all day and listen to his stories. Such a soothing voice and great storyteller
The glazing is wild 😛
He reminds me of listening to Click and Clack. What a great guy!
Alex is the type of guy who accidentally does a frame off restoration on one of the coolest cars ever. Amazing project awesome how resilient you were when you found out what needed to be done to the frame. Good luck with all you do!
I think Alex also sees 4 additional videos that will have millions of views for frame removal, restoration and reinstallation. On a car we absolutely love!
It is so cool to have information from the original owner and the history of its journeys down dirt roads. Great stuff Alex! Thank you
G'day Alex, what an absolutely amazing moment mate. The phone call with Dave left me gobsmacked. The chance to speak with Dave, the original DeLorean owner, was bloody priceless! Good onya Alex. It's these personal stories and the specific details you're able to acquire from the original owner(s), that truly makes this build and many others you've done, EXTRA SPECIAL. It's one of the many reasons why your CZcams Channel, is truly, so incredibly popular. It's easy to see why, Legit Street Cars, has the BEST AUTO CONTENT ON CZcams!!! You my friend, create honest, unique, and exciting content ~ And you DON'T finish or Stop videotaping, until you've completed the job! Cheers Alex from Margaret River, Western Australia 🇦🇺 .
It was obvious from the first video that it wasn't a 16k mile car so no disappointment there. You're doing an excellent job! Can't wait to see it drive.
I was looking at the brake discs last week and yeah that had quite a bit of wear for 16k.
I was gonna say about 30,000 so wasn't that far off
That the problem buying an older car that was basically abandoned/parked/sitting/not running I mean there's tell tale signs but u truly never know the actual mileage, one tell tale sign on odometer tho is yellow film on odometer numbers only on the white part tho and even then if cable broke,kinda a double edged sword,but w/risk comes reward!!!
As a mechanic in Minnesota I see far worse almost every day. We generally cut out the rot and weld in a patch paint it . Some frames can have a patch and be fine some are to far gone. This one looks like a few patches would be just fine.
Yeah that frame is fine. Minimal issues, patch it, epoxy it, coat the inside channels with fluid film and move on.
I think the space van would make a great back to the future plutonium transport van.. be awesome to see both of those on the lawn
Sorry to hear about the frame, listening to the original owner made me feel better. This is going to be a an expensive project, but as you stated , you are keeping it forever. Keep up the great work Alex. Greg from NC.
Hi Alex. I also own an "81 Delorean. I have had it for 23 years. I am thoroughly enjoying your videos. I am really impressed with your knowledge of the idiosyncrasies of these cars. They are definitely not the easiest cars to work on. Keep up the good work. I am looking foreword to your next video.
For those hoses on pipes, also silicone boots, try a spray cleaner like 409. It is slippery for assembly and dries and makes the parts stick together so they don't want to blow off. Silicone spray stays slippery and is much more likely to blow off.
Very underrated comment
i agree
From one Alex to another, I have been watching for your updates every Saturday. I am currently working on restoring my running/driving '83 Delorean as well and your videos have been very helpful. Keep it up!
Alex, I'm so sorry for you. I've done several Jeep CJ 5 & 7's, which are notorious for frame and body rust. I've been in your shoes every time. The dejection is terrible. The you put your Carhartt's on, roll your sleeves up just start working. When it's all said and done, it's taken far more time than you imagined and you have 5x's more money than you'll ever be able to get out of it. It's just a work of love, and when it's finally complete it's almost a letdown. And you think to yourself, "I know what to look for now." And you end up with another one that's just as much work. Some people do crack, some do alcohol, some to cars. Although, cars can lead to alcohol... 😂😂
It's definitely a crap shoot that's for sure.
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It's looking like a replacement frame which there are options available..
Even then Alex still wouldn't be upside down considering he paid at the lower end for the Delorean...
With a replacement frame the value of the car goes up.
I've suggested, see if OJ could make.
One off bespoke frame using the original as a template.
Knowing the top work they do at FMU it would be stronger than the original..
Only say this as Alex said this is a lifetime keeper..
This restoration is the absolute the best. You are making this so fun - your humor and true restoration spirit is so entertaining. Thanks!
If you plan to keep it, frame off is best even without the rust issues. There would likely be other details you will discover in the process, that you will want to bring up to your standards. 😊
The fact that alex and max can just go on a road trips and pick up cars and within a month completely restore it is such a inspiration so keep up the grind, much love.
That's true but it makes you wonder if Alex will burn out or if the family suffers from him spending so much time away...
It's a balance for sure but family always comes first
@@LegitStreetCars it sure is.. either way, we're all here for the ride, thanks Alex!!!!
These are my concerns too.
Have raised this issue before.
In all honesty there's enough of a workload for an assistant to help spread the load perhaps off camera.
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Max is a diamond but can only help so much..
Absolutely family comes first.
Sorry to hear about the bad news on the frame Alex. Fluid film everything and get everything back together for Halloween. Enjoy driving it for a while then do the frame down the road in a different series!
I have a perfect DeLorean frame for sale.
The body, Engine & transmission are gone.
Email me at legitstreetcars@gmail.com
I seem to keep saying this, and it keeps happening every video, but your best video to date is what I just watched! No other channel on YT stands out for us like yours, Alex! Freaking loved watching you grow over these years! I'm only 45, but you know what I mean.
Yep, I called it in the first video. ;) Most DeLoreans have bad frames because of the epoxy coating.
New, stainless frames are available.
Ok Ok, if you were going to swap the engine what would you go with? It's coming out anyway at this point.
kia stinger or coyote
Lsa 6.2 L.S
Coyote would be cool
See? I knew there was going to be an LS9 option 😂
But you could go with a Tesla conversion 😮
Rb26 probably
What a nice guy Dave sounds! It's great to the up with the previous owners of your proects. Now we know why there was so much sand everywhere! Make sure you film your meeting with him at SEMA, and get him to Chicago in the summer to drive his/your DMC.
He was wasn't he.
What I found intriguing was the fact he owned a Delorean at the time of BTTF..
Something that's sometimes missed.
This Delorean would've been iconic even in the 80s when the film first aired..
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Me and my mate went to see total recall at the cinema..
While we were waiting remember watching a trailer for a film about a weird car....
It was BTTF due to launch a few months later!.
@@stuartd9741 Yeah, Dave bought the car from the manufacturer before the movie was released, which surprised me too. Alex said this was one of the earlier models from about 1981 from memory.
BTTF came out in 1985 and Total Recall in 1990, maybe it was BTTF 3 that came out in 1990 you were thinking of?
@@utha2665 yeah am bit confused myself lol.
Tried figuring this out a while ago. But this trailer is the one I remember.
1985..
I did watch the original hylander movie but that was 1986.
I vaguely remember teenwolf that was 1985 might have been that movie
Long time ago. 35 + years.
@@stuartd9741 Yeah, it's scary just how quickly time flies. Yeah, wasn't aware Highlander and Teenwolf all came out around the same time. They were all some great movies. I reckon I have watched these moves hundreds of times.
Nice to hear from the previous owner. Although his perception of Norwegians' impression of Americans is a tad off.😂 (Typically in Norway you will have to pay for your hotel room no matter what County you are from). 😅
Alex I know that the frame is a bummer and I fully understand ur issue but look how long it has lasted as of now couldn't u do the patch repairs and sime rust prevention and I am sure it will last for many many many years to come it's iconic as it is the work u have done so far speaks for itself man dont let it beat u up just do what has to be done no more no less u will still so many of fun years out of it
Loved the call even more than the video 😜 congratulations!
I'm from the '84 Alex, this is a great journey.
Cheers from Norway. Goes to show that the world isn’t that big. Love this project.
Looking good so far Alex! You gotta love it when an original owner from that long ago can remember so much about that car. It must be a DeLorean thing. It also was a very nice gesture from him to send you the Little DeLorean. You're going to do what I would do and keep it with the real one. That is so cool. By the way, I love the Back to the Future fonts I noticed you used on this video. Very nice touch.
Frame off is the way to go Alex, excited to see the series on it.Something LS is right down your alley if it fits with some kind of manual trans. Can’t wait to see final result.
That previous owner is such an interesting man! Nice voice, nice cadence, well spoken. Nice convo!
I’m from Norway too! Love to hear all the talk about us, cheers man. Love the videos!!
Hi, greeting from a Norwegian fan. Very fun to hear your conversation with the old owner and his history about Norwegians interest in AMCars. I can confirm this interest, even though todays interest is mostly in electric cars. Probably the country in the world with most Teslas per captiva. But luckly also probably the country outside US with most vintage AMCars per captiva. Keep up with your good content and your positiveness☺️👍👍
Hey there, just reading your comment and just wanted to make a simple correction for you. The word is "per capita" not captiva. I am learning German at the moment and very early on in the process so I understand little things like this are easily missed. FYI, the interest in EVs has spread to me in Australia, I have just purchased my first Tesla and waiting for it to arrive.
Are the Norwegians obsessed with old Cadillacs like the Swedes?
@@utha2665 relax pal, it's probably just autocorrect.
So cool that you were able to hook up with the original owner of the car and get the much needed back story on everything..
She's coming together little by little, and looking better and better each time I see her..
Hope you have a great day Alex..🙋🏻♂️🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
The amount of work you have to put into the DeLorean might seem overwhelming right now, but you know it'll be worth it eventually. There's an older man close to where I live that has completely restored a DeTomaso Pantera. It took him almost 20 years, as he had to remove everything all the way down to the bare frame. While he's never going to have a project anywhere as intense as that one, he's proud of his work. He knew that he wouldn't be satisfied with mediocre work in the long run.
This show is just getting better and better! Thought was really heartwarming that you got to speak with the original owner and you both should meet up once Delorean is complete 👍😌🚗
Love the convo with the original owner. Such a nice guy. I hope you meet up with him and get more stories from him.
Definitely need a Lincoln Mark 8 on the channel. I love the mn12 platform. I'm a tbird guy myself. I've owned 4 in my lifetime and drive a 97 v8 tbird now. The Lincoln was the top of the line for mn12, so lots of goodies to be had!
Oh man if he built an mk8 I'm sure it would be badass. I second the mk8, as an owner of a 96 they don't get enough recognition. Only other channel who has one is tony angelo. And being a 4v 4.6 and him having/had a cobra and gen 2 l it's a no brainer
Being a mechanic myself I always enjoy watching others have a hard time putting something on or removing that should be way simpler then what it is 😂😂😂
And here I thought I was the only one who felt that way, hahahahaha...
Find it quite relaxing watching other people work lol..
Just chilling on the couch.
What would you guys do to fix the frame?
First
Cut out the metal rot, weld in new stuff
Then get the fibre glass replaced with carbon fibre ftw 👍
Yea that probably the best idea, cut it out and weld in new material
there's a company that makes a replacement stainless steel frame
Cut and change , or change all
Awesome video, loved it.
That’s probably the most complex cooling system I have ever seen! 😮
Dave is a super chill dude! Thanks for posting the conversation! It was cool to hear the stories! I enjoyed this episode.
Great work on the Delorean Alex keep up the great work! Your a master of your craft!
Thanks Steve! Appreciate the support!
@@LegitStreetCars You're Welcome!
I would love to see something unconventional. Honda J series, 13b, or a k series. Something turbocharged would be pretty cool. A Rob Dahm crossover would be amazing. Or working with Haltech would be rad.
If I was thinking in terms of easiest swap, I would build a 3.0 PRV out of an Eagle Premier. That engine already has DIS, modern EFI, is a direct swap, and costs about 200 bucks in most junkyards. Control it with a Haltech ECU and add a turbo or two. If cost was no object? My first choice would be a TDI V10, but if it didn't fit, I would have to say a GM 1.2 or 1.3 3 cylinder, the LIH, or L3T. These are sub-200 lb engines, all forged internals, that stock make either 137 or 155HP on 87 octane. Take one of those, control it with a Link Force GDI ECU, upsize the turbo by quite a bit, and tune it for 93 octane. Sub 200lb engine that makes 250-300HP easily, possibly even more. The design of the block, pistons, and rods is so advanced compared to something like a 2.0 Ecotec, or Honda engine, that I am sure it can handle much more. I mean it has DLC coated wrist pins, seriously. Cast iron cylinders cast into an aluminum block with a full bed plate. And just all of the latest technology. And they can be had for $1500 or so. The engine isn't the expensive part, it's an ECU capable of controlling it.
That stainless bolt you used threaded into the aluminum intake at 11:15 needs a special grease applied to the threads to prevent galvanic corrosion to the manifold! It would be better not to use it at all.
Very good and important catch!
My thoughts exactly - I cringed heavily when I saw that.
You talked about My country with the previous owner, I'm so proud 😁. If you meet your Norwegian relatives say "god dag" that's what we say instead of hello here, and means Good day. have a good one Alex.
I've used Rust Restorer since the '80's and it really does work. No, not a long term fix. But you'll be fine until you can do a proper job.
That model is valuable, that's a great gift.
As a young sailor in the early '80's we did a port visit to Bergen. Let's just say that was one of the best liberty weekends of my career.
I'm loving this De Lorean series. After halloween you could put a turbo and a holley efi on it. Go for it!!
And get some Alpine heads for that boat anchor of an engine.
Or even go to the Eagle Premier 3.0 PRV V6. Direct swap and has EFI already. Get a Haltech standalone and a turbo (or 2), and some more modern injectors and coils, and you're pretty much all set. Those engines sell for 200 bucks or so complete, so it ends up a lot cheaper to do it that way. Even stock those engines make more power than the B280F, not to mention the increased reliability with proper EFI.
@@theodorgiosan2570 nice one! While keeping the original DeLorean vibes and get rid of the valley of death. You can make it faster with more hp, put new tech on it and then bring it back to the future. 😄😄
Dave is a class act. Thanks for doing this!
The phone call was AMAZING. I'm a people person. It's just so sweet when you can get into a conversation with another people person like Dave.
Love your Community, family first as always, so many great comments
After watching Alex's channel for years, he seems like such a nice guy and genuinely good person. Love your channel bud. Keep em commin.
Love the effort and care you put in the cars you plan to keep.
Don’t be bummed brother, you still have a legendary car, you’ll get all the rust out even if it takes for ever or even if gets expensive, this car is worth every penny. Keep the videos coming ❤
This is one of the best delorean stories. So glad you are restoring her to her former glory.
I appreciate that you actually clean everything til its spotless the dedication to make it look as new as possible again soothes my ocd lol
That sucks about the frame Alex i guarantee you will figure it out and it will come out like brand new and the content we get will be great !!!
The engine swap would have to be a swap nobody's done. Not sure if this has been done but maybe a 13b rotory with a collab with Dahm/haltech.
We don't want bad news we want good news!!
Same
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This one is an '05 with under 115,000 mi on it.
That was so COOL you talking will the first owner of the car.i have away loved the DeLorean i was 16 when they first came out and i wanted one so bad but never could afford one. So thanks for bring back my child hood, dream car.
Hi. Norwegian viewer here :) hehe. I can confirm that the stupid taxes on importing cars have ruined a car-fantasy or two for me over the years hahahaha. I love to follow along and watch how the delorean turns out. I know the frame is a disappointment, but if you do this properly you will be so happy :) First time I saw a DeLorean in real life it was one in pieces - literally in pieces - sitting on a trailer at the gas station in the small town I'm from. It made me happy to see it, even if it was in pieces. Love those cars. Love to tag along here and see what it really takes to fix one up.
I get that you are bummed out and tired of disappointments hehe - like the frame - but man - these twists makes the content so much more interesting and valuable for us that watch it. Don't get me wrong - I feel you hehe, but it's not only negative :).
The body and interior are your most important parts for what you want to do. You could replace it with a new reproduction frame or fabricate a custom frame or drop the body on to a frame from a different car totally. In my opinion the thrid option is your best option as it seems you are also looking at doing an engine swap. I think an LS6 would be a great option for the swap and you might be able to get a doner car that has everything you need Frame, Engine and all.
Sorry about the frame. I would go with an all stainless frame from DeLorean Industries. Not cheap but they even have a custom frame for alternate engine options. Worth a look.
I had a 98 Lincoln Mark 8 and I loved that car. Hid headlamps and the neon tail light was my favorite part of the car. And the 32 valve dual overhead cam V8 is an awesome engine
This was awesome alex and hearing from Dave the original owner it was so freaking cool 💪🏽 now thats legit
I’m a CO and after a long day at work I love being able to see a notification of legitstreetcar posted a new video
I’ve watched every single video for like 3yrs str8 and haven’t missed one yet
Btw Alex if u see this I’m 22 man and love the content
Hi from Norway! Proud owner of 3 Mustangs and a LTD, And a big fan of your channel.
Such an awesome story, really hope you get to meet up with him in Vegas and chat a bit more about the Delorean!
aww man! I’m so jealous you gotta talk to the past owner! Early this year I bought an 85 RX-7 to restore, the previous (one) owner passed away and there’s heaps done to the car & the shop that the receipts are for went under too so nobody to ask.
Super special to do that dude, love your dedication.
Man what a great video! Fantastic seeing you chatting with the previous owner and you both came across as really nice guys.
i suggest that you clean with the least abrasive method the valley and apply Alodine, it's a corrosion inhibitor that we use in the aircraft industry to passive the aluminium corrosion, after that you can apply any hot temp primer and paint to extra protection (preferible epoxy). Alodine is now distributed by henkel as bonderite, check the M-CR 1200, M-CR 1500, M-CR 600
for aluminium pipe best is to use a surface conversion treatment or anodizing to control corrosion for the future . Yellow surface conversion as Alodine will provide a aerospace look to the DeLorean .
Just a note on stainless fasteners.
There is a reason you should be glad they didn't use them.
Where you used that stainless bolt your probably fine. But a good rule of thumb is to never mix stainless hardware with aluminum, and never use stainless hardware if you ever want it to come back apart. Stainless will gall and fuse together permanently. If you ever want any hope of stainless hardware being able to come back apart you must passivate the hardware with some kind of acid based product, use anti seize, then never tighten then with power tools.
There's a whole mil-spec guide for using stainless fasteners for different applications that's really specific. With things like maximum turns per second of tightening/ loosening motion to prevent them from fusing.
Greetings from norway! Ive been watching your videos for some time and enjoy it alot. Keep up the good work!
The frame is not that bad. I’d suggest putting the frame on the “B” list and get the vehicle running and driving well.
Very cool to have a great relationship with the seller. What a nice guy.
0:21:30 thought up a manner of addressing another topic entirely for a social media post. "rise up, rise above, and move forward." inspirational without angst or negativity
My understanding is that even numbered bolt sizes are ones generally loosened and tightened for general service purposes, whereas odd numbered bolt sizes are for things seldom removed/reinstalled.
You are keeping the car forever. It will need work and maintenance forever. This is just another project in its life. It’s unfortunate but hopefully not going to break the bank. I too paid too much for a classic that I was emotionally attached to. I am in deep financially and now I realize almost everything needs attention. Running driving but have a lifetime of projects ahead!
that amsoil silicone spray is my favorite automotive discovery, especially for AN lines. but you find a million uses for it. 10/10
Bougie d'allumage is the French word for Spark plug. Loving your restoration. I grew up near the Delorean factory in Ireland. Keep up the good work. Paul.
Don't be bummed dude. This is literally the most normal Delorean problem out there. Pretty common so the fix should be pretty common. You got this is my point. I know rust is death but your Delorean is still very much alive.
GREAT Episode.....GREAT Call with Dave! Great Iconic Car!! Alex U Da Dude! Never rude.
I think that mushy lump in the brake reservoir was a sponge/foam insert to trap bubbles (we use them in some of the older BMW motorcycles)
That's exactly what it was.
Loved the call with the previous owner! Love the vid.
You could save the block with a little prep by plasma spraying the valley of death which would increase the wall thickness an a meaningful way. The cost would decide the route.
When you get around to engine disassembly, you might want to have the “valley of death” anodized. It surface hardens fairly well and looks amazing in different colors.
From memory, the engine/gearbox was Renault 25 here in the UK. Our roads in Northern Ireland are covered in salt and there's loads of De Lorean still driving around.
I’ve never been so invested and excited to see someone’s channels as I am to see yours Alex 😅
That conversation was fantastic. Norwegians love American vintage cars, even though they are unbelievably unaffordable over there, because of taxes. And now they are all in with Tesla. I got to go over there again and tour it.
It may have that rust, but if you don't drive it in the snow or even the rain, I'm pretty sure it's not going to get much worse than it already is.
He lives in Chicago so it snows there sadly 😢
Yessssss!! The new owner used on of my daily quotes. “Can’t complain nobody listens” 🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼 that’s incredible
Life provides adversity, while attitude gives us results. Good luck with your build
I set the standard for my time as a young mech in a Lincoln dealership when I burned a Mk III Continental's tires for 20 feet in front of the dealership owner. The radio had been left on by someone, and I had no clue the cars were so quiet or that they had so much torque. I was in the doghouse until I joined the Marines for a pay raise. Those things were so overbuilt. Enjoying the DeLorean resurrection. Good luck.
I feel for you, first the valley of death and now the frame. Definitely a good excuse to go to town and upgrade the handling and performance 'will you're in there'
Found the channel through this project, great work man and you got a new subscriber!
Sorry about your frame Alex....I live in southern BC Canada...not quite as bad as Chicago but I've had cars I love and lost the batlle to rust. It sucks....you'll figure it out but I know the feeling when poking around turns to disappointment. Love your channel !!!
You should get a vapor honing machine. The dry ice works great on things like the frame where you have a large surface area. The vapor honing machine works like a parts washer on steroids. I seen it on rebuild rescue If you haven't seen it you should check it out.
I noticed you used a stainless steel bolt on a coolant line in the engine valley. Stainless steel reacts with aluminum, they should never be used together. If these components are aluminum, either an aluminum bolt or cad plated steel would be the correct choice.
My father had a 76 or 74 Corvette that was painted like the 78 pace car!!!🙏 That was awesome hearing about his old cars!!!!
Hey, don't forget to prewire for the flux capacitor! It would save you a lot of time back in the future!
Que the crossover I never thought I'd see. A Day to remember and Legit Street Cars! Awesome. Disrespect you surroundings!!!!
Don’t get discouraged. Taking a step back for some perspective, you’re restoring a 42-year old car with the goal of having it last years into the future. The frame will be just a speed bump as you eventually look back on this project. Good luck!
As few DeLoreans were made, I would recommend keeping it original. Once you start modifying it, it will be hard to put it back original and you will kill the value. Have you heard of a "duce coup"? 32 Ford coupe or v8 Ford. Because of all of the hotrods that were built out of them it is extremely rare to find one that is all original. Something to think about before you engine swap.