Miss Headlight Mounting Screw S70
One of my headlight mounting screws fell out and I need a replacement for my 1998 S70. I couldn't find any online, can someone point me in the right direction? Thanks
View ArticleDog Protection
I just bought a nice *new* S70, the interior is super clean and tidy. I have 70lb german shepherd that will be riding in the back seat. I currently use a hammock cover in the back seat of the R for him...
View ArticleSpare Short Block
I have my buddies 98 xc70 staying at my house to get parted out and I was wondering could I take his short block put some better rods in it along with rings and gaskets and stuff. And get it ready for...
View ArticleDo88 Intercooler P1 Platform
Can anyone offer an opinion of do88.se's intercooler? I'm looking at one for my 2011 T5 c30. http://www.do88.se/en/artiklar/volvo-c30_s40_v50_c70-turbo-04-09-intercooler.html
View ArticleFirst Dyno Run Fail
Well it wasn't a good day to dyno, figures I'd book a day that there's a heat warning, but I went any ways. Operating Conditions: 32.62*C 55% humidity. The run is slightly lower then I had...
View ArticleAnother Boost Issue Well Limp Mode
So today is open track night. my car has been holding 20psi and running really strong. Was expecting to break 100mph and its in limp mode at the track and since I started it today. wont boost over...
View ArticleEcu Swap - Immo Off Or Desolder Chip?
Hi guys! Volvo V70 2.5T 209PS doesnt start...I use Alientech KTAG, read was ok and first flash was ok, but car never starti get writing error after 100%i desoldered the 29800bb memory and flashed...
View Article15G Wastegate Spring
Im looking into maybe replacing my stock wastegate actuator with one from kinguwana, looks like they have a bunch of different spring rates (.3-2bar)...does anyone know what stock is? Do I want a...
View ArticleArd 19T
Does anybody have any experience with the ARD 19t conversion that turns a 16t into a 19t? I am looking to upgrade my turbo and it seems its pretty hard to find a R turbo, 19t or an 18t to me and from...
View ArticleFuel Pipe To Fuel Rail Thread
Does anyone know what the thread is where the fuel line attaches to the fuel rail ? Also does anyone know if there is an adapator to convert the thread to BSP or NPT ?
View Article19T Vs. 15G
Is it just me or do these turbos look like theyre almost the same size? Im getting a 19T installed on my 97 850R and went by the shop today to check the progress. They look very close to the same...
View ArticleBuilding A Downpipe, Got A Question On Cats
I've got '00 V70R and I've been toying with the idea of building a 3" DP. I'm looking for spun metallic cats for OBDII applications. I've seen plenty of spun metallic cats from various manufacturers,...
View ArticleTacky Or Subtle: My Tail Lights
Looking for opinions, I added the outlines but not sure if I'm feelin it.
View Article19T Upgrade Smashed, Going With 20G, Need Help!
ok so the 19T kit and core i bought are not going to work, the compressor wheel is going to face the firewall. Im going to scrap this job, get the turbo off my 98 S70 and have the compressor machined...
View ArticleS60 Manual In Junk Yard. Any Use For My 1998 C70?
While going through the local junk yard I found an early S60. It was fairly base model, but had a manual transmission. What of that swap is usable with my 1998 C70 HT? Anything?
View ArticleJapanifold On A S60T5?
I found a good deal on a japanifold but Im not sure if it will fit my 04 T5, all of the threads have them put on 850s or s70. I think I read about it being a little bit longer where the flange meets...
View ArticleLargest Tire That Will Fit
Hey guys, went to the track last weekend (1/8th mile strip) and realized how much of an issue traction is when your making decent power. The track seemed more slick in my opinion or jus poorly prepped...
View ArticleCurrent Ecu Flashing Options
Hello all! I have a 97 850 t5. It has the usual modifications like a obx exhaust, ipd coil, silicone hoses and a mbc. It's been thoroughly stage zeroed. I've been running am ard white tune for some...
View ArticleSwapping Turbo On 2002 C70 Lpt
Hi, I'm new to the Volvo world and I want to change my LPT turbo to a bigger one. After some research I think 16t with a stage 2 tune might be my best bet. I'm just wondering which turbos (year and...
View ArticleEbay Compressor Wheel?
Hello, So I ended up winning an 18T compressor wheel on eBay for $10 shipped. The question is, should I trust it? Of course it would be installed with a proper rebuild and balancing. I'm just curious...
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