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Stage 1

This 1983 Canadian specifications DeLorean has already undergone the initial upgrade using a 1984 Buick Grand National 3.8L Turbo V6 with custom turbo piping system, exhaust system held together by custom engine mounts and support bolted to the frame, and custom bell housing for 3.8L V6 to stock D 5-speed. The initial crack in the custom bell housing has been repaired, and reinforced with additional fins and bell housing supports added to prevent future cracks. The rims and tires are new Alessio 5-spoke wheels (made in Italy) and Nitto Extremes, with 16 inch and 205's in the front, and 17 inch and 255's in the rear. Zoom, Zoom! :)

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Stage 2

After a lot of preparation to get the right parts and spending some time in one of the coolest garages around Illinois, some progress was made on this beast. Work done included R&D reinforced bell housing supports, installation of a pair of Toby TABs, drain brake lines, clean out brake master, installation of set (4) SS braided fuel lines, installation of Marty Maier front springs and KYB shocks (rear shocks and springs to be installed later), re-routed speedo cable and lubed angle drive, locate and inspect retrofitted GM computer controls, and inspected retrofitted GM fuel pump installation. Man, I could really use a garage like this one all the time! :-)

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Stage 3

The High HP D is still being improved upon. The car has all new electronics, from the ignition module through the coil pack and it was obvious the first time I cranked it over with such ease. The car is also sporting Buick Grand National GNX style wheels, which gives the car a more aggressive look I think. A turbo boost gauge has been installed on the dash just left of the instrument cluster. I am still working on dyno tests, but have been pushing between 7-12 pounds of boost with very positive results. Zoom Zoom! :)