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The final jobs on the list (apart from replacing the electric sunroof for which I bought an excellent condition whole unit) were:
Fuel tank vent hose - That job was done by K-Tech Basingstoke...
Well it's been a while since I last updated. We moved house with a garage and it's been stored inside for the past 3 years and covered around 5k in total. Some bits that were done:
Introduced a...
DD i’ve been reading this thread with interest, very impressive! I love the the little motronic 4.4 display that you have, can it rear boost pressure and air inlet temperature?
I’m after something...
Thank you! Really pleased with it, and I keep giving it double takes on the drive.
In terms of the alloys and smaller rubber I was worried it would be a harder. I honestly can’t tell the...
Engine updates:
New Idle Control Valve from Volvo:
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50252577386_ff4d865a80_k.jpgIMG_0024 by Will Mezz, on Flickr
Then the do88 RIP Kit install:
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Ok photo album here goes:
Found a genuine 850R bumper:
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50252579391_42d7082784_k.jpgIMG_5673 by Will Mezz, on Flickr
Sanded it all down but before...
Ah thank you! Should’ve checked myself! That’s great, I’ll get some and compare. I was really impressed with the way the bumpers/plastic was when I took the car. The C4 is very good stuff but on...
Hi all,
I have a huge update coming with lots of pics, i just need to find a good website that can do picture upload. It’s been a heck of a busy period for the car! Updates include:
- full...
Nothing new to report just been busy with work. Car is great enjoying the drives. Installed front a rear dash cams with hidden cables etc.
Probably do an oil change after christmas.
Wishing...
Cheers, yes very clean. Well tested the glove again and its still blowing up albeit very slightly :doh:! However I feel I can give it full beans now as I know the pcv is new.
However what I did...
Howdy,
Fun day today, enjoyed my first bit of work on the car since I got it:
So bought an OEM PCV replacement kit from FRF Swansea (really good people and the chap who served me was so...
Video is here
https://youtu.be/ClRaNbDgTXE
I’m going to have a go myself -
Can I check if this is the right one...
Yeah I’m annoyed with myself as I should have said just do it. They were supplying the kit.
I may go back to them later next month and say just do it anyway.
I’ll pop a video anyway. I’m in...
Well quick update:
Took it do a volvo specialist who did the work above for me. Did the following:
Gearbox oil change
Fuel filter change
Oil and filter change
I asked them to replace the...
Hello mate thanks for getting back. That’s a good point about the receipts thank you will have a look! As for the glove test I have seen the ones online and the glove shoots up! This is nowhere near,...
Quick update (no pics sadly):
Wooden wheel fitted and feels great. Thank you a few members on here for helping out on the front bumper. I was about to oder the 850R lip until I found the PCV issue...
Thanks sent you a PM.
Ooh yes please! That would be great thank you.
I’ve been searching for a while for a T5R or 850 R front bumper (lower spoiler) everywhere and no joy. I even searched the States and new they have stopped doing them. This got me thinking, a) I...
Thanks kenny. Can I actually still buy one from volvo? What sort of price would I be looking at £300+? Thats probably my limit!
My quest for finding a volvo 850r or t5r front spoiler is failing me though! If Anyone knows if they remanufacture these pls let me know! Cheers
Oh no I love Swedish meatballs!
I’m the proud owner of this car having bought it from Hippohead.
Work done so far in the 5-6 weeks I’ve had it:
- air conditioning nearly full rebuild - new evaporator, compressor, sensors....