Smoky,
The DeLorean doors are actually held up by torsion bars that are similar (but
larger) to the trunk lid bars on older cars. The cylinders are only there as
an assist.
Marvin
#1343
In a message dated 2/8/2005 11:26:09 AM Mountain Standard Time,
spanepinto@netcarrier.com writes:
> Hi everyone,
> I own an all-original B... I've considered converting to air doors, but
> would prefer to convert to a gas-supported system similar to the DeLorean
> if that would be an alternative to either hydraulic or air.
> The DeLorean door is supported by a pressured strut/cylinder, similar to a
> rear hatch.
>
> Has anyone tried and/or accomplished this? My car has the hydraulic
> (original) system with a new pump in '03. I would like to upgrade, but
> have a problem spending 4 figures for a system (air) that, being powered,
> is ultimately bound to fail.
>
> Thanks!
> Smoky Panepinto
> Perkiomenville, PA
> #1302, Suntan = original owner
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