THIS IS BAD: 1981 DeLorean Engine Tear Down | Can It Be Rebuilt? | RESTORED

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Published 2024-01-13
Join in with the Restored crew as they walk through the "Valley of Death" to try and revive some life back into this 1981 Delorean DMC-12. After finding trouble in the "valley", the guys keep the faith in hopes to see these dry bones back to life. Going the full 9 yards, the team fights against rusty bolts, questionable slime, and deteriorating parts. After fighting the good fight of faith, will the crew be able to see this ol' classic resurrected or is this motor going to need an obituary?

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All Comments (21)
  • @rangerbull
    Lol you guys got more hope than me. I would have made a boat anchor out of it a long time ago. 🤣
  • @garysmith2188
    Totally addictive! Couldn't stop watching! Can't believe this engine is still in contention. You guys just ain't got any quit in you. Can't wait to see what happens next. Bless y'all and keep 'em coming!
  • @BillHilly169
    I will not be surprised to you guys get this motor back together and it purr like a kitten. Y’all are walk on water miracle workers when it comes to bringing these dead engines back to life! Never cease to amaze me!!
  • @clydesdale5512
    Check with Vice grip garage, he just pulled a DeLorean motor out.
  • @mkandy81
    Man! Your commitment to this build is incredible, what the heck did the previous owner do that engine?! Did they use it as a fish tank?!
  • @wesleypulkka7447
    TR, I don't know if you fellas have a boat but I do think you now have an anchor! Your patience is admirable, but that engine has a tragic history! Great video!
  • @jpagrelius
    I enjoyed this teardown as much as any other build or recovery ...it may have been gross and full of rust ,but I really enjoy this kind of episode. I really learn alot about a totally different kind of motor..
  • Wow, you guys are amazing. I would have thrown in the towel a long time ago. I am locked in and can't waiting to see the end. This has to be the most intense restoration I have ever seen! Thanks!
  • @darralpphillips
    I have faith in you guys. That Ford motor out of the truck looked way worse. Yous still managed to rebuild that. You've got this.
  • @tekhelet777
    Mine had the same stuff in the heads. Congealed antifreeze
  • @glentucker4250
    I had no idea that the Delorean engine was so complicated. I was never a big fan of these cars because they were all show and no go. You guys have a huge task to try and get this motor to run again. It had to be under water to explain all the rust. Good luck and God bless!
  • @plowe6751
    Doc and Marty never had to deal with the valley of death after digging the DeLorean out of the cave.
  • @mjmcomputers
    Derek (VGG) may still have one of these engines, may be worth checking with him.
  • @robertnauss4815
    Absolute perseverance again ..... quitting is no option attitude...you guys are awesome....
  • @browser90
    I’ve yet to see anyone successfully repair the valley of death. Maybe y’all will be the first. More power to ya!!
  • @RpmAuto
    I think you should holler at Derrick at Vise Grip Garage. He did an LS engine swap on his DMC. He has the old engine he took out that might be good.
  • @rogermcclure8144
    Been watching your show for a couple weeks, started with bustin rust found you started this restored. I’m an old back yard mechanic myself. Keep up the good work.
  • @npvj5687
    Never saw anything like this, respect your endurance!
  • After seeing how it look under the valve cover I would’ve just go with this engine is junk and look for another engine. You guys are really committed!