Bigger Turbo On 850 How Noticeable Will The Power Increase Be
i have a 850 t5 manual, at the minute it has 16t running at 16 psi stock down pipe de cat 2.5 inch stainless exhaust and a re map.. i am thinking of getting bigger turbo 19t upgraded down pipe...
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Can I Put An S60R Gearshift Knob On My '98?
My current gear shift knob is for a C70. It looks nice, but the "leather" is getting hard and shiny. I am thinking of going with an S60R knob even though it shows a 6-speed gear pattern. Would it fit?...
View ArticleAre Center Caps Included With New Oem Volvo Wheels?
Does anyone know whether new OEM Volvo wheels are supposed to include center caps? I recently purchased a set of pegs from tasca and they arrived without center caps. Just want to make sure I got...
View ArticleR Manifold Install On An 850 W/out Removing Turbo.. Questions
Didn't know if this should be here or over in maintenance. I'm slowly doing a build .. one small portion at a time. At the back of the motor I'm doing a 19t, straight to angle flange conversion, R...
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Self-Tuning For Blue Injectors Scratching My Head
So, I've been playing with TunerPro lately and I maxed my injectors so I upgraded to blue s60 injectors, Bosch number 0 280 155 830. Now, I've read that these injectors flow 375cc/min. There is a Bosch...
View ArticleOpt7 H.i.d's Off Ebay. ..
has anybody ever dealt with the HID kits? They're on ebay for pretty cheap, along with several other brands but the company that sells them has good reviews and I know 2 people who have used them with...
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1997 Volvo 850 - Value For Money Turbo Mod?
Hi all, I had a 1992 240, but have recently replaced it with a 1997 Volvo 850 GLT. I can tell the turbo needs to be rebuilt because I am getting oil in my inner cooler. Since I will be doing the work...
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Another Boost Gauge Thread...
I test fitted my new boost gauge: I will get rid of the faux-carbon fiber and paint it black to match the headunit. I have yet to figure out how to route the tubing. I have heard of the mystical...
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19X9.5 Deep Concave 40Et Wheels On A C70
Hey would these wheels fit ok on a 2001 c70 or would I have clearance issues? Is the ET good or should I go 35? These wheels
View ArticleEngine Build For Xc70
So, I got the family wagon from dad. It is a 1998 V70XC, but it basically needs a new engine. I want to turn it into a relatively fast performance vehicle and I'm just wondering what the cost would be...
View ArticleLsd Interchange And Differential Comparison
Trying to figure out a solution for an lsd for the auto guys, I'm a little unsure of phantom grip, how far off are the m59's? Or Dana 30's any ideas as to one that might fit? Any have one out of a...
View ArticleAngled Or Straight Turbo Flange For 3" Dp?
Hey guys I have a 1999 Volvo C70 LPT with the 13G, I want to add a little more power by upgrading the DP to an OBX one I found for a pretty good deal. Just want to know, do I need an angled or...
View Article850 T-5 Exhaust's Drums Of War
Hey guys, Figured I would ask but I do heaps of highway on my 1997 850 T-5 which has about $6,000 of IPD upgrades it for full tilt enjoyment. I know most of you have installed IPDs Turbo Back Sport...
View ArticleNew Kenwood Dnx690Hd. Run It Like It Is Or Thru V70R Factory Amp?
SO I am about to install the DNX690HD and am curious if it will sound better thru the factory amp (2000 V70R under seat) or just let it power the speakers. The stereo previous to this was an SC901...
View ArticleRsi Built Engine/trans Help With Injectors
I recently got into the Volvo scene and found a 98s70t5m that I picked up, a few weeks later the rod went out! So after doing some looking around I finally realized that no one builds these cars a...
View ArticleModification Analysis - Did It Make A Difference? How To Prove It?
Greetings. You guys have invested tons of time, energy and money on your mods. I am curious to know what you look at to quantify/prove the difference made by your mods. I have considered using Palmer's...
View ArticleC70 Suspension Overhaul Springs Vs Coils.
I'm in need of some suspension upgrades/replacement. I want to go lower no matter what option. For new sachs struts and he spring seats and mounts and rear shock mounts it's around $520ish on fcpeuro....
View ArticleMinimum Amount Of Parts Required For X70 Bumper To 850
I found a nice condition XC70 front bumper at a junkyard that is just calling for a FMIC cutout. I know people have swapped an x70 bumper by switching over the whole front end, something which I'm not...
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New Do88 Intercooler
I just installed my Do88 intercooler and I am very pleased. The fit was perfect and required no adjustments. One thing, the radiator/intercooler assembly was significantly heavier than the stock unit...
View ArticleTune Or Should I Just Manually Change Things?
Hey guys! Excuse my limited knowledge in this area, but then again, I wouldn't be asking if I already knew. I am looking into doing some modifications on my car to get the most out of the turbo and...
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