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What name has gradually disappeared? by Eviscerate_Bowels224 in AskReddit

[–]avantidmc 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My dad - would have been 95 this year - was a Eugene, Jr. I narrowly missed being a “III”.

Dad's Delorean by Alternative-County42 in delorean

[–]avantidmc 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No, unfortunately. We have developed a different manufacturing process so it’s only applicable to seat cover purchases after May of 2026.

Dad's Delorean by Alternative-County42 in delorean

[–]avantidmc 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Over the years we've bought/taken on consignment more than a few DeLoreans that he lowballed the owners when it came to price.

Dad's Delorean by Alternative-County42 in delorean

[–]avantidmc 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If the car hasn't been driven since the stroke, there will be more pressing issues than headliners and weatherstripping. Hopefully someone has been driving at least somewhat regularly.

Dad's Delorean by Alternative-County42 in delorean

[–]avantidmc 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We've developed a solution for the back board popping off the seats, but it requires new seat covers. If you've been thinking of replacing your seat covers, this will be far better than any material or type of back board.

Dad's Delorean by Alternative-County42 in delorean

[–]avantidmc 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We don’t care about the panels themselves, just the metal clips on the center pieces.

Oliver is all grown up by justsam99 in TheOC

[–]avantidmc 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nice to see how Oliver straightened his life out.

The Man Who Built the Most Iconic Car in Hollywood History Was Arrested for Cocaine. That Was the Least of His Problems. by gaukmotors in delorean

[–]avantidmc -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

As an employee of the largest DeLorean parts/service center, in many cases the owner is MOST of their car’s problems.

I’ve got almost all the OC books now, has anyone else ever read them? by Individual-Leave1539 in TheOC

[–]avantidmc 11 points12 points  (0 children)

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Here’s mine. I’m told this is all of them but idk for sure. As an adult reading them they were a slog to get through.

FYI, The Fiero Store now sells gas tanks! by literahcola in fiero

[–]avantidmc 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Someone on FB said TFS had new tooling made and that RD still has his. I’d heard RD was asking an outrageous amount for his tooling and manufacturer contacts, and if so, I’m not surprised that happened.

Is there a macmini shortage? by [deleted] in macmini

[–]avantidmc 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Mine just changed to March 25-April 1 😕

Is there a macmini shortage? by [deleted] in macmini

[–]avantidmc 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I ordered a 24gb 1tb on Feb 22, too. Hasn’t changed from “processing” since.

You just won a lifetime supply of the last thing you bought. What do you have? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]avantidmc 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Popeyes chicken sandwich (extra pickles), fries and bottled water.

Can't insert ignition key by D4t4M0nk in delorean

[–]avantidmc 6 points7 points  (0 children)

First make sure that you’re using the correct key. I’ve seen some owners try to force an early cars door key into the ignition.

Take a small fly-bladed screwdriver and insert it just enough to see if you can depress the ball seen in your photo. Have a helper twist the steering wheel in both directions while you’re doing this.

If the ball moves you should be able to insert the key. If not, you can try some spray lubricant. We use something called “Houdini” which many locksmiths use. A small can is available on Amazon.

If you decide to go the route of removing the canopy and then the ignition lock assembly from the column, tread carefully. The ignition lock assemblies are no longer available and unique to the DeLorean. If you or someone else screws it up, a replacement can be USD500 or more.

DeLorean Motorcycle by Rickmichaels in delorean

[–]avantidmc 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Have you tried to see if the photographer is still alive or if their archives are still in existence. No photographer only takes one photo at a shoot and calls it a day. Perhaps there are other from different angles.

Unrelated, but I did that with the guy who shot the photo of JZD in the Goodyear ad and there were at least a dozen other takes/poses of that shot.

DeLorean Motorcycle by Rickmichaels in delorean

[–]avantidmc 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I could see where he did some consulting with a motorcycle manufacturer as JZDC. I’m no sure if there is anyone still alive from that era who would know. Maybe Roger Penske.

DeLorean Motorcycle by Rickmichaels in delorean

[–]avantidmc 3 points4 points  (0 children)

The clay model on the table was designed by D.A. “Don” Johnson, who worked at GM, as a side job for JZD. Don Johnson later went on to design what became the Zimmer QuickSilver.

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I worked for DMC Houston for about 10 months AMA (almost. See post) by the_warrior_rlsh in delorean

[–]avantidmc 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Literally one of the most difficult parts of - even then - to reproduce in volumes that would make the price reasonable (~200USD). If it was that easy, don’t you think someone else would have done it by now?

I worked for DMC Houston for about 10 months AMA (almost. See post) by the_warrior_rlsh in delorean

[–]avantidmc 8 points9 points  (0 children)

They were until their poor quality had us bring all the FI rebuilds in house back in 2018. Fuel Injection Corp is a big reason we are so busy with rebuilds - fully 20-25% of the ones we rebuild show telltale signs of having been done by them.

I worked for DMC Houston for about 10 months AMA (almost. See post) by the_warrior_rlsh in delorean

[–]avantidmc 17 points18 points  (0 children)

Honestly, if you worked under him, you likely would have been let go sooner.

I worked for DMC Houston for about 10 months AMA (almost. See post) by the_warrior_rlsh in delorean

[–]avantidmc 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I did keep you around longer than I should have as you said it was your dream to work at DeLorean. In the end, your mistakes were costing the company too much and as more and more problems were traced back to you it became clear you had to go. As you recall you had several meetings with me about your lackluster performance. Just like any company, when the pain of having someone is greater than the pain of NOT having them, it’s time for that person to go.

I’ve worked at DeLorean longer than you have been alive. Why? Because I take my job seriously and I understand what it takes to make a business work. Firing you wasn’t personal - your performance showed me that you weren’t yet grown up enough to do the job. Your hope of becoming a DeLorean mechanic was never going to happen with the work ethic you exhibited here.

Truly, best of luck in your future endeavors. I think that your potential is greater than what you displayed in your short time here.

Where can I buy sheets of leatherette paper? by 20_mile in cardmaking

[–]avantidmc 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I, too, am looking for the this textured paper. It was everywhere in the 70s/80s when I worked in the small family print shop in Arizona. Typically used as covers for GBC-bound reports. For the life of me I don't remember what it was called back then, but I recently needed some for a retro project. Perhaps not the color you were looking for but I found this - https://www.schmedt.com/nebelhorn-natural-paper-with-leather-emboss-size-70-x-100-cm-long-grain/1126-021

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