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Post 309828 by Volvostorm on 2010-05-19 19:11:43
The poor girl is suffering from a 400 per day habit :( I'm doing the PCV this weekend, but its a bit late, as I think the RMS is blown, and I have a big oil leak coming from above the turbo.
So, it could be time for a engine rebuild, so, who do people recommend? As I've already said, I want to fit uprated rods and cams (N/A ones possibly?) fit a pedro type breather system, and a bigger turbo (18 or 19) and better manifolds, plus, the correct mapping.
Anything I've forgotten, and who is best to talk to about these mods? I don't want a flame war, just some honest opinions.
Post 309840 by p fandango on 2010-05-19 20:07:24
[quote=Pault5estate;309828]So, it could be time for a engine rebuild, so, who do people recommend? As I've already said, I want to fit uprated rods and cams (N/A ones possibly?) fit a pedro type breather system, and a bigger turbo (18 or 19) and better manifolds, plus, the correct mapping.
Anything I've forgotten, and who is best to talk to about these mods? I don't want a flame war, just some honest opinions.[/quote]
i've not finished the breather yet so not sure it works yet mate lol
i'm getting a Turbo Tuner ECU to control the mapping so can get anyone or even do it myself with a AFR gauge, i've seen people pay well over the top prices for custom mapping
as for the other bits i purchased them from whoever was the cheapest & got local people i trust to fit them. The main stealer fitted my S60R exhaust manifold with the 19t & 3" Ferrita for under £250, it was quite funny driving away from the dealer forecourt with no backbox connected lol (my local Powerflow extended the system & finished the exhaust off the next day)
Post 309844 by Volvostorm on 2010-05-19 20:19:33
Unfortunately, I don't have the ability to carry out the work myself :( so, its going to be a full job for somebody
Post 309871 by t5 pete on 2010-05-19 21:55:09
Hi paul do you have a local machnic who works on your car if so why not ask him to fit the parts for you and then take the car somewhere for the mapping theres a few places around who do the mapping
Post 309874 by Volvostorm on 2010-05-19 22:06:11
Yes, I do, but he's scared of it! Doesn't mind servicing her, just not tuning
Post 309876 by t5 pete on 2010-05-19 22:08:56
just let him do the nuts and bolts and then leave the tuning to some one else
Post 309906 by Volvostorm on 2010-05-19 23:06:14
Done a bit of digging about, I think I'm going for an 18T, and a few other choice bits, any idea where I can get one from?
Post 309954 by t5 pete on 2010-05-20 08:02:05
you can buy them new from volvo and other places but depending on how much you want to spend they do occassionally come up for sale but if i was ever going to buy second hand ide most likley get the turbo refurbed as you never really know what its like and what life it had so if you can afford it get a new one.
I think FFM bought the 19t he had off ebay its a hybrid that uses the 16t housing but he was more than happy with it.
Also send rufe a pm or ring him as he will do you a price on one.
Last question what makes you go for the 18t
Post 310144 by cameron on 2010-05-20 21:58:01
Paul exactly where is the leak coming from ?
If its from the rear of the cam cover then your into good money, you may as well replace the cambelt as well while its all off.
Post 310155 by Volvostorm on 2010-05-20 22:15:04
[quote=t5 pete;309954]you can buy them new from volvo and other places but depending on how much you want to spend they do occassionally come up for sale but if i was ever going to buy second hand ide most likley get the turbo refurbed as you never really know what its like and what life it had so if you can afford it get a new one.
I think FFM bought the 19t he had off ebay its a hybrid that uses the 16t housing but he was more than happy with it.
Also send rufe a pm or ring him as he will do you a price on one.
Last question what makes you go for the 18t[/quote]
I was reading this: http://forums.turbobricks.com/archive/index.php/t-10961.html
[quote=cameron;310144]Paul exactly where is the leak coming from ?
If its from the rear of the cam cover then your into good money, you may as well replace the cambelt as well while its all off.[/quote]
Yup, it looks like somewhere around there, I'll have a better nosey this weekend
Post 310165 by JelT5 on 2010-05-20 22:34:50
The 18T is favoured by IPD for their stage 3 set up. Seems to work pretty well.
You can get them from European Tuning in the Netherlands Paul. Not cheap though!
There's also a company in Japan that does the 16/19T hybrid- they advertise on ebay. I was thinking of getting one myself but decided on a ported/ polished 16T. They're still good for 300+ bhp/ 330lb/ft.
Post 310509 by Volvostorm on 2010-05-22 21:05:06
Well, changed the PCV, not that it was blocked :( and she's still smoking, but, only off boost.............. any ideas?
Post 310808 by Volvostorm on 2010-05-24 20:27:28
Time for a rebuild, in a big way! :D
Hopefully, it will be done within the next month, just need to start collecting the bits now
Post 310818 by p fandango on 2010-05-24 20:40:32
[quote=Pault5estate;310808]Time for a rebuild, in a big way! :D
Hopefully, it will be done within the next month, just need to start collecting the bits now[/quote]
nice one keep us updated, who you got doing it in the end?
Post 310819 by Volvostorm on 2010-05-24 20:43:35
A place local to me, he normally builds Mitsubishi Evo's, and has worked on touring car teams.
http://www.wbmotors.co.uk/
Post 310996 by Volvostorm on 2010-05-25 19:38:12
Just realized, I'm going to need bigger injectors!!
What do people think? Blues or whites? Anybody got any!?
Post 310998 by p fandango on 2010-05-25 19:43:52
[quote=Pault5estate;310996]Just realized, I'm going to need bigger injectors!!
What do people think? Blues or whites? Anybody got any!?[/quote]
i'd go blues or greens
Orange 315cc
White 350cc
Blue 395cc
Green 465cc
Post 311003 by t5 pete on 2010-05-25 19:51:41
yeah there the ones you want
Post 311004 by p fandango on 2010-05-25 19:53:46
[quote=Pault5estate;310999]These any good?
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/VOLVO-SAAB-V70-S70-T5-TURBO-0280155830-RECON-INJECTORS-/120562048454?cmd=ViewItem&pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item1c120eddc6[/quote]
[quote=t5 pete;311003]yeah there the ones you want[/quote]
yeh but well over priced, i got my blues for £30. Then £50 for Jimathon to refurb them
Post 311007 by Volvostorm on 2010-05-25 19:55:48
Cool, a bit more to add to my shopping list
Post 311008 by t5 pete on 2010-05-25 19:55:55
yeah best to wait and get a used set
Post 311009 by t5 pete on 2010-05-25 19:56:37
have you managed to find a turbo
Post 311010 by Volvostorm on 2010-05-25 19:56:48
[quote=p fandango;311004]yeh but well over priced, i got my blues for £30. Then £50 for Jimathon to refurb them[/quote]
Any body got any at that price? :P
Post 311011 by p fandango on 2010-05-25 19:58:14
[quote=Pault5estate;311010]Any body got any at that price? :P[/quote]
i have seen others on here for around the same price mate, its just a case of being in the right place when they turn up (Hammy has some for £55)
Post 311014 by Volvostorm on 2010-05-25 20:01:14
Cheers Pedro, I've just replied to his thread
Post 311209 by t5 pete on 2010-05-26 19:38:46
Yeah paul there the hybrid ones i dont know of any at the mo but i will keep a look out for you
Post 311262 by Volvostorm on 2010-05-26 22:04:20
Cheers Pete, that will be great
Post 311525 by t5 pete on 2010-05-27 22:13:40
dont know much about the rods but be carefull about the import tax im sure the traders on here will let you know if they have some rods or at least the best place to get them from
Post 311526 by Volvostorm on 2010-05-27 22:19:08
I've spoken to Don, his rods are Chinese, and they come without the ARPs
Post 311528 by t5 pete on 2010-05-27 22:21:00
i think most rods are chinky many people use the rods from rsi international but im sure there the chimky ones aswell but are holding up fine have a look on there web site
Post 311559 by p fandango on 2010-05-28 04:24:42
these are already in the UK & come with bolts LINK
Post 311566 by danny-R on 2010-05-28 08:24:05
[quote=Pault5estate;310509]Well, changed the PCV, not that it was blocked :( and she's still smoking, but, only off boost.............. any ideas?[/quote]
SNAP! I did the pcv on mine over a year ago and it was clean, the car still smoked so I changed to this 18t and it still smokes lol
Post 311636 by Volvostorm on 2010-05-28 16:55:49
[quote=danny-R;311566]SNAP! I did the pcv on mine over a year ago and it was clean, the car still smoked so I changed to this 18t and it still smokes lol[/quote]
Which now makes me think its either valve stems seals, or piston rings, time to change both!
I'm away for the weekend now ;) Anybody got anything planned for this weekend?
Post 311678 by t5 pete on 2010-05-28 20:45:54
yeah york race way
Post 314005 by Volvostorm on 2010-06-08 19:56:32
Does any body know the part numbers for a 19T?
And, how big are the main bearing caps bolts? i.e length and thread size, I'm thinking about using ARP's
People's thoughts on using Total Seal piston rings too?
Post 314027 by p fandango on 2010-06-08 21:07:17
[quote=Pault5estate;314005]Does any body know the part numbers for a 19T?[/quote]
the numbers i've got are 9471657, or 8601693 for exchange
Post 316155 by Volvostorm on 2010-06-20 19:16:25
Just bought my first bit, a ported head, with piper cams :D
Post 316157 by p fandango on 2010-06-20 19:48:44
[quote=Pault5estate;316155]Just bought my first bit, a ported head, with piper cams :D[/quote]
nice one, i've got the Pipers on my wish list
Post 316159 by Volvostorm on 2010-06-20 19:59:00
[quote=p fandango;316157]nice one, i've got the Pipers on my wish list[/quote]
Has anybody else got them, or running them?
Post 316160 by p fandango on 2010-06-20 20:05:34
[quote=Pault5estate;316159]Has anybody else got them, or running them?[/quote]
yes, but i can't think who lol
Post 316164 by Volvostorm on 2010-06-20 20:23:07
:wallbash:
Post 316178 by t5 pete on 2010-06-20 20:53:01
[quote=Pault5estate;316155]Just bought my first bit, a ported head, with piper cams :D[/quote]
Where you get the head from paul and have you any piccys
Post 316180 by Volvostorm on 2010-06-20 20:56:17
[quote=t5 pete;316178]Where you get the head from paul and have you any piccys[/quote]
Found it on ebay, fingers crossed its ok, gonna get it checked out anyway
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=250650595764&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT
Post 316196 by Volvostorm on 2010-06-20 22:21:20
And, I've bought this:
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=270593439424&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT
Anybody got one, was something to do with T5D5
Post 316997 by Volvostorm on 2010-06-24 20:36:31
Woohoo! The intercooler turned up today, looks a well made bit of kit :)
Post 318371 by Volvostorm on 2010-07-01 20:02:26
Hmm, I used 2.5litres of oil in 100miles, I think I may have a leak!
Post 318373 by p fandango on 2010-07-01 20:11:35
[quote=Pault5estate;318371]Hmm, I used 2.5litres of oil in 100miles, I think I may have a leak![/quote]
erm yeh, something ain't right mate
Post 318377 by Volvostorm on 2010-07-01 20:23:45
I'm hoping its either a leak on the turbo feed pipe, I change the turbo a few months ago, and as it marks its territory the oil is coming out under pressure, or, its that bung under the sparkplug cover, as its very wet under there too.
Gotta get it fixed, I'm driving 200miles to Modified Madness next weekend.
Post 318380 by p fandango on 2010-07-01 20:44:30
[quote=Pault5estate;318377]I'm hoping its either a leak on the turbo feed pipe, I change the turbo a few months ago, and as it marks its territory the oil is coming out under pressure, or, its that bung under the sparkplug cover, as its very wet under there too.
Gotta get it fixed, I'm driving 200miles to Modified Madness next weekend.[/quote]
200mile, thats only 5gallon lol. Atleast you know where to look, i bet its the turbo pipe
Post 318400 by Volvostorm on 2010-07-01 21:29:29
Yeah, that's my bet too
Post 318755 by Volvostorm on 2010-07-03 23:07:05
Well, we was both wrong, I had a split oil filter! :eek:
At lest the chassis has had a good oiling lol
Post 319760 by Volvostorm on 2010-07-08 20:44:02
Thinking ahead, what clutch should use? will an 'R' cope, or will I need something stronger......... I need it drivable though
Post 319761 by p fandango on 2010-07-08 20:47:29
[quote=Pault5estate;318755]Well, we was both wrong, I had a split oil filter! :eek:
At lest the chassis has had a good oiling lol[/quote]
saves rust proofing underneath, & a nice easy fix as well
Post 319765 by Volvostorm on 2010-07-08 20:48:52
Yup, cost all of £4.95 lol
Post 319766 by p fandango on 2010-07-08 20:49:54
[quote=Pault5estate;319760]Thinking ahead, what clutch should use? will an 'R' cope, or will I need something stronger......... I need it drivable though[/quote]
can't remember the figures but the R clutch can take quite a bit of power
Post 319768 by Volvostorm on 2010-07-08 20:54:45
I think I'll go that way, was thinking about a paddle clutch, not sure if I can put up with the grabby-ness
Post 319787 by RT MECHANICS on 2010-07-08 21:30:43
[quote=Pault5estate;319768]I think I'll go that way, was thinking about a paddle clutch, not sure if I can put up with the grabby-ness[/quote]
Hi Paul
If only i could run the Peril up :cussing:i would show you how nice to use a decent paddle clutch is not sure your need one though an 850R clutch set up is good for 400 hp approx but remember its not the hp its the torque that kills them see you Sat :)
Russ
Post 319788 by p fandango on 2010-07-08 21:36:36
[quote=RT MECHANICS;319787]If only i could run the Peril up :cussing:i would show you how nice to use a decent paddle clutch is not sure your need one though an 850R clutch set up is good for 400 hp approx but remember its not the hp its the torque that kills them see you Sat :)[/quote]
i'm thinking of a paddle clutch as well Russ, once the Perils back on the road perhaps i can take her a little spin round the block to see what the clutch is like :biggrin: (pretty please lol)
Post 319792 by RT MECHANICS on 2010-07-08 21:41:58
[quote=p fandango;319788]i'm thinking of a paddle clutch as well Russ, once the Perils back on the road perhaps i can take her a little spin round the block to see what the clutch is like :biggrin: (pretty please lol)[/quote]
I am sure we can sort out a ride for you :B_thumb: the best paddle set up is the Helix set up , they only rated it to 450 ftlbs (i dont use NM figures) they are very happy to here its made 524 ftlbs and still no slip so far....
Russ
Post 319807 by Volvostorm on 2010-07-08 23:20:12
[quote=RT MECHANICS;319787]Hi Paul
If only i could run the Peril up :cussing:i would show you how nice to use a decent paddle clutch is not sure your need one though an 850R clutch set up is good for 400 hp approx but remember its not the hp its the torque that kills them see you Sat :)
Russ[/quote]
Yes mate, see you soon
Post 323971 by Jamest5r on 2010-08-02 20:18:23
Ask Rnash2002 what he did, i know he's got a kkk24 and i saw it pull 14.03 at avon so it's working well:D
Post 323977 by Rnash2002 on 2010-08-02 21:06:55
[quote=Pault5estate;323963]Quick update, I have a turbo! :D I've got a K24 ;)
Next problem, I need a 1999> C70 downpipe, anybody know to one? or, http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Volvo-T5-Turbo-Downpipe-3-bolt-Flange-S40R-S60R-V70R-_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQhashZitem1e5c6d0936QQitemZ130399668534QQptZMotorsQ5fCarQ5fTruckQ5fPartsQ5fAccessories should I get one of these?[/quote]
I went the flange way and a custom downpipe mate.
You got your injectors sorted and stuff?
Post 323989 by Volvostorm on 2010-08-02 21:51:14
Yes mate, got a set of blues for her, and a Walbro pump
Post 324002 by Volvostorm on 2010-08-02 22:35:57
Does anybody know where or the part number for some ARP head stud/bolts?
Post 324193 by Volvostorm on 2010-08-03 22:57:44
I've been reading on VS, everybody seems to use N/A throttle body, am I being thick here, do they mean the 2.5 5 pot one, or the one off the 960 3.0
I can see the N/A one is bigger, and if it is the 2.5 5 pot one, easier to get hold of, and the TPS sensor looks like its in the same place.
Post 324202 by p fandango on 2010-08-03 23:53:55
[quote=Pault5estate;324193]I've been reading on VS, everybody seems to use N/A throttle body, am I being thick here, do they mean the 2.5 5 pot one, or the one off the 960 3.0
I can see the N/A one is bigger, and if it is the 2.5 5 pot one, easier to get hold of, and the TPS sensor looks like its in the same place.[/quote]
the 3.0litre from the 960 is bigger, the port on the manifold needs enlarging but thats not a hard job with a flap sander
the TPS is the same but you'll need to extend the wires as its turned 90degrees compared to the 850
Post 325563 by Volvostorm on 2010-08-12 22:41:06
Anybody know how big the ports are on a standard T5 head? I have a ported one, I wanted to know how much has been removed
Post 325665 by Volvostorm on 2010-08-13 16:33:46
Well, that is good new, took my ported head to the machine shop for a check, its warped by 14 thou! or more technically known as F****d! I'm none too impressed.
I'm hoping now my Piper cams really 'are' piper cams
Post 325815 by Volvostorm on 2010-08-14 20:08:34
What [COLOR=#00429a]resistance are the injectors on the T5's? I've got a set of blue's for mine, now I'm being informed I should use bigger.I missed a set of green's the other day, now looking at other makes (Siemens) or Bosch off other cars.
Any help will be grateful
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Post 325821 by p fandango on 2010-08-14 20:32:40
[quote=Pault5estate;325563]Anybody know how big the ports are on a standard T5 head? I have a ported one, I wanted to know how much has been removed[/quote]
here's a pic of both pre-ME7 & ME7 gaskets if that helps, i've got them here but not got a measure handy to give you sizes
Post 325823 by p fandango on 2010-08-14 20:37:56
[quote=Pault5estate;325815]What [COLOR=#00429a]resistance are the injectors on the T5's? I've got a set of blue's for mine, now I'm being informed I should use bigger.I missed a set of green's the other day, now looking at other makes (Siemens) or Bosch off other cars.
Any help will be grateful
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according to this LINK, the injector resistance should be 15.6-16.2 ohms. Read something about using Vauxhall/Holden injectors (VXR blue 470cc 280156280 Bosch) but not looked that far into it myself
Post 325827 by Volvostorm on 2010-08-14 20:51:43
I've been looking on the turbo-tuner website, no mention of anything there, unless i missed it! I wonder if it bothers the TT ecu, as it seems to be able to run most injectors?
Post 325830 by p fandango on 2010-08-14 20:57:29
[quote=Pault5estate;325827]I've been looking on the turbo-tuner website, no mention of anything there, unless i missed it! I wonder if it bothers the TT ecu, as it seems to be able to run most injectors?[/quote]
send Adam an email asking, he's been very helpful & i still haven't even bought one yet
think some have had problems because they've gone too big with the injectors & can't get the injector duty low enough to idle correctly, but thats nothing to do with the inector resistance
Post 330223 by Volvostorm on 2010-09-08 17:04:25
The car has gone to the garage yesterday, hopefully will be making a start it her next week! :D
Post 333997 by Volvostorm on 2010-09-27 20:08:52
Been up the garage today, the front end is stripped off, most of the wiring, hopefully will have the engine and 'box out tomorrow :)
Post 334002 by Volvostorm on 2010-09-27 20:33:18
Is there any difference between T5 driveshafts and N/A ones? I'm sure told Lee told me that the T5 ones were thicker, and mine had normal ones fitted.
Post 334022 by Jamest5r on 2010-09-27 21:33:33
[quote=Pault5estate;334002]Is there any difference between T5 driveshafts and N/A ones? I'm sure told Lee told me that the T5 ones were thicker, and mine had normal ones fitted.[/quote]
M59 one's are thicker, m56h(t5) & m56L the same.
Post 334023 by Volvostorm on 2010-09-27 21:40:48
[quote=jamest5r;334022]M59 one's are thicker, m56h(t5) & m56L the same.[/quote]
Cool, I need to get one anyway, this one of mine is starting to click, and I don't think it will be too impressed with 300+bhp going through it
Post 334096 by Jamest5r on 2010-09-28 00:02:54
Got a M56H from a t5 if your interested.
Post 334309 by Volvostorm on 2010-09-28 19:11:36
Which side? I need the drivers side, the longer one
Post 334320 by Jamest5r on 2010-09-28 19:46:24
Got a whole car mate any side you want, £20 + p&p
Post 334412 by Volvostorm on 2010-09-28 21:24:21
Sent you a PM :)
Post 334416 by Volvostorm on 2010-09-28 21:27:34
I've read a few threads now, what are people's views/thoughts on getting a LSD diff? I rang Quaife today, they want £700 delivered :shockedbi
The car will have about 300whp, I'm thinking I might need something to help tame it.
Post 334469 by Jamest5r on 2010-09-28 22:46:22
The cheaper option is a M59 box if you can find one, i payed £200 with drive shafts it dyno'ed 269whp/456nm with a 16t, now have an 18t so hopefully a bit more power and the box seems fine but as always this is just my own experice's, but im not gentle with it either on the 1/4mile
Post 334472 by Volvostorm on 2010-09-28 22:53:01
I thought the M59 was a weaker 'box? But, then, how weak is it?
Post 334479 by Jamest5r on 2010-09-28 23:12:48
[quote=Pault5estate;334472]I thought the M59 was a weaker 'box? But, then, how weak is it?[/quote]
Let you know when it goes, but at the moment it hit's 1.4 bar in 3rd/4th and i have abused it on the strip but others may have had different experiances, but im more than happy with it.
Post 334482 by Volvostorm on 2010-09-28 23:19:03
1.4bar that's 20psi, about what I'm going to be running..................... ok, who has a M59 'box and shafts? :)
Post 334484 by Jamest5r on 2010-09-28 23:21:32
Salvo is always worth a go.
Post 334631 by Volvostorm on 2010-09-29 19:05:58
Been up the garage again today, the engine is out, and the head is off :D
All 5 pistons are coated in oily carbon, its been burning something it shouldn't, next job is to strip the bottom end.
Also, what's the problem with the new from Volvo oil pumps?
Post 334966 by Volvostorm on 2010-09-30 19:11:07
Todays update, the engine is completely stripped, bores are all ok, hopefully it will get away with a glaze bust :)
Crank is good, with just a slight scuffing on the shells, going to put a new set it, from Volvo £170 :eek:
Post 334990 by Volvostorm on 2010-09-30 20:20:38
One other question, are the main bearing bolts, the ones that go through the ladder frame, stretch bolts?
Post 335229 by Volvostorm on 2010-10-01 19:18:18
I need some advice:
How much boost can a K24 produce? (maximum)
What actuator does it use? and can it be uprated?
How much boost pressure can a stock head gasket take?
I'm building my engine with H rods, forged pistons, ported head and piper cams, 3" intercooler, siemens injectors and TT ECU.
Is this a good setup? I can't afford to go for a Garrett just yet (Unless anybody has a spare good one ;) )
Post 335233 by t5 pete on 2010-10-01 19:23:39
Hey paul the standard head garskets are pretty good im sure russ and tim williams are using the standard ones.
As for the k24 it might be best to ask rnash or who ever else runs one im sure some one asked this a while ago and if i remember correctly it was s70 chris that gave the answer.
It deffinatly sounds a very good set up and should provide lots of power who are you having to tune your tt
Post 335245 by Volvostorm on 2010-10-01 19:59:43
[quote=t5 pete;335238]Personally if your spending that sort of money go for the gt30 http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Garrett-Turbo-GT3582R-aka-GT35R-aka-GT35-40R-/130433938032?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item1e5e77f270
Also who is tuning your turbo tuner???[/quote]
I didn't see that one, thanks Pete
Its being tuned by the engine builder, he normally works on Mitsubishi Evo's, he is ex prodrive WRC mechanic too.
The website is cr*p http://wbmotors.co.uk/
Post 335252 by leet5r on 2010-10-01 20:17:26
jcviggen uses a gt28 and has made 420 bhp iirc so they not bad , tim and elliot both use a gt3071. both good turbos
Post 335557 by Volvostorm on 2010-10-03 10:51:07
[quote=t5 pete;335238]Personally if your spending that sort of money go for the gt30 http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Garrett-Turbo-GT3582R-aka-GT35R-aka-GT35-40R-/130433938032?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item1e5e77f270
[/quote]
Has anybody used this turbo before?
Post 335568 by Volvostorm on 2010-10-03 12:48:38
If I buy a Garrett: http://cgi.ebay.co.u...=item1e5a54d10c
Should I order it with the K24 housing? I take it will then let me bolt it to my ported manifold without using an adaptor?
Post 336197 by Volvostorm on 2010-10-05 19:18:52
Slight change of plan, turns out my bores are worn to the tune of 11 thou :( that explains the oil burning, and my forged pistons are 0.5 oversized, so it would have needed a rebore anyway :)
Has anybody changed their main bearings? What a weird setup, it depends on what letter is stamped on the block and crank, then you refer to a table, it tells you what bearing to put in, you can end up with one thick and one medium bearing on the same jornal.
Odd setup
Post 336954 by Volvostorm on 2010-10-07 20:18:38
Got the block back today :) Rebored 0.5 plus 4thou for clearance and all my gaskets turned up to, you really don't want to know the cost!
The block is being cleaned again, then painted.
Post 338058 by Volvostorm on 2010-10-13 22:11:35
Should have the bottom end rebuilt tomorrow, and collecting the head from the machine shop.
I really must get the pictures off the builder phone!
Post 338489 by Volvostorm on 2010-10-15 20:18:18
On the under piston oil squirters, there's a valve, looks like a small hydraulic tappit, which way around does it go? I can't remember!
Post 339313 by Volvostorm on 2010-10-19 21:53:29
Pistons are back in :D Hopefully we will finish the bottom end off tomorrow
Post 339315 by t5 pete on 2010-10-19 21:56:44
sounding good paul any pics
Post 339322 by Volvostorm on 2010-10-19 22:03:16
There are Pete, the engine builder has been taking them, but he hasn't sent them over to me!
Post 339435 by Volvostorm on 2010-10-20 16:19:13
The head is back on, bottom end is finished, just waiting for a few more gaskets, then on to the next piece of fun, the manifolds
Post 339442 by Volvostorm on 2010-10-20 16:43:43
Just been reading this: http://volvospeed.com/vs_forum/index.php/topic/131123-na-intake-manifold-on-a-turbo/page__hl__*na*
Apart from re-drilling a vacuum conection, it should work, and the N/A throttle bodies are 3" looking at it too, the tps sensor is in the same place, and for the connecting hose: http://snabb.3dcartstores.com/NA-Throttle-Body-Hose-for-Turbos-98-SV70_p_37.html
Post 339447 by p fandango on 2010-10-20 17:57:09
[quote=Pault5estate;339442]Just been reading this: http://volvospeed.com/vs_forum/index.php/topic/131123-na-intake-manifold-on-a-turbo/page__hl__*na*[/quote]
thats brilliant, the bloke didn't realise that fitting a bigger throttle body means it would need a bigger pipe to fit onto it DOH
Post 339453 by Alan M on 2010-10-20 18:26:47
It may be easier to make a new lower IC to TB pipe with IACV takeoff if your going RIP Paul. That way you can use just a 45 degree bend off the TB and they are much cheaper everywhere than one of those TB hoses with the IACV takeoff already in them.
Post 339466 by Volvostorm on 2010-10-20 20:04:57
[quote=Alan M;339453]It may be easier to make a new lower IC to TB pipe with IACV takeoff if your going RIP Paul. That way you can use just a 45 degree bend off the TB and they are much cheaper everywhere than one of those TB hoses with the IACV takeoff already in them.[/quote]
Probably the way I will go, I'm not quite at that stage, just thought it was handy to find a compete swop
Post 339875 by Volvostorm on 2010-10-22 20:55:21
Nothing too exciting today, ordered my diff and IPD anti-roll bars
Post 340092 by Volvostorm on 2010-10-23 19:16:27
Are the 2.0 and 2.5 throttle bodies the same size? I'm gonna get a complete manifold anyway, but can only find 2.0 ones.
Post 340100 by Alan M on 2010-10-23 20:15:25
Its coming along nicely by the sound of it Paul, keep up the good work.
Post 340113 by Volvostorm on 2010-10-23 20:30:37
Thanks Alan :) It's getting there slowly
Post 340132 by Brett855tdi on 2010-10-23 21:02:54
Do you think you be at HLM with it, or is that a silly question?
anywho sounds like shes going to go well!
Post 340139 by Volvostorm on 2010-10-23 21:14:00
[quote=Brett855tdi;340132]Do you think you be at HLM with it, or is that a silly question?
anywho sounds like shes going to go well![/quote]
No mate, she won't be, the engine is still on the stand, I'm hoping for some good figures :saint:
Post 340226 by RT MECHANICS on 2010-10-24 07:00:49
[quote=Pault5estate;340139]No mate, she won't be, the engine is still on the stand, I'm hoping for some good figures :saint:[/quote]
These things take time,thanks for the updates look forward to more :smileypul
Post 340573 by Volvostorm on 2010-10-25 21:32:04
Does anybody know if the 2.0 & 2.5 use the same sized throttle body?
Post 346738 by Volvostorm on 2010-11-23 21:02:23
Quick update, the engine is all built up, after a small problem with cam timing (We had the cam the wrong way round! :bricks::rolleyes: ) Just waiting for the inlet manifold to come back from being ported, got the diff now, I've gone for a Gripper, and the turbo should be ordered very soon.
Post 346740 by Jamest5r on 2010-11-23 21:06:50
That is sounding very nice now mate, how are you going about getting it tuned?
Post 346745 by Volvostorm on 2010-11-23 21:10:08
Probably going to use MTE, but, that can still all change yet
Post 346749 by Jamest5r on 2010-11-23 21:15:03
[quote=Pault5estate;346745]Probably going to use MTE[/quote]
Custom with marco doing it? just curious mate as im going to be looking at the same problem in the new year, Al115 went to rica in holland and had his t4 custom mapped at there hq for about 350 euro's i think could be wrong but there is a thread about it somewhere.
Post 346754 by Volvostorm on 2010-11-23 21:20:49
Cool, I was talking to Don about the mapping, he seems to think they may already have a suitable map
Post 346759 by Jamest5r on 2010-11-23 21:31:23
For the garret 30? is that what you gone for? problem is mine is a t35 hybrid so no standard maps i would think, do you mine me asking what don charges for that? pm me if you dont want to make it public.
Post 346771 by Volvostorm on 2010-11-23 21:51:46
I will be using a Garrett GT3071R, we didn't really talk prices, as my engine hasn't been finished, I keep changing things, as you do!
Give Don a ring, he's a very helpful bloke
Post 346984 by RT MECHANICS on 2010-11-24 19:14:22
[quote=Pault5estate;346738]Quick update, the engine is all built up, after a small problem with cam timing (We had the cam the wrong way round! :bricks::rolleyes: ) [/quote]
A quick phone call was all it took :biggrin:
Post 347002 by The Flying Moose on 2010-11-24 20:28:58
[quote=jamest5r;346749]Custom with marco doing it? just curious mate as im going to be looking at the same problem in the new year, Al115 went to rica in holland and had his t4 custom mapped at there hq for about 350 euro's i think could be wrong but there is a thread about it somewhere.[/quote]
If thats the case its a bloody good price. Maybe organise a group to go over and spend the weekend in holland. Would be alot of fun and a chance for basically £250 max to get a custom re-map. Sounds spot on to me!
Post 347016 by Volvostorm on 2010-11-24 21:02:31
[quote=RT MECHANICS;346984]A quick phone call was all it took :biggrin:[/quote]
Felt a bit silly after that!
Thanks for the call mate
Post 347026 by Jamest5r on 2010-11-24 21:37:35
[quote=V70ETS;347002]If thats the case its a bloody good price. Maybe organise a group to go over and spend the weekend in holland. Would be alot of fun and a chance for basically £250 max to get a custom re-map. Sounds spot on to me![/quote]
Post 31........http://www.vpcuk.org/forums/showthread.php?t=26197&highlight=t4&page=2
Post 347028 by Al115 on 2010-11-24 21:47:24
[quote=jamest5r;347026]Post 31........http://www.vpcuk.org/forums/showthread.php?t=26197&highlight=t4&page=2[/quote]
Yes... I was quite impressed with their setup and also with the effort they put in.
The €350 price was, I think, a one-off, so maybe worth chatting to them before making the appointment. Put it this way, I got about six hours of dyno time plus the mapping work for that, and it seems cheap.
Tried to get RICA Junior to sell me his track CRX - he wouldn't :(
Post 348199 by Jamest5r on 2010-11-29 19:20:27
Better than porn that mate, looks lovely, forged as well.:biggrin:
Post 348203 by Volvostorm on 2010-11-29 19:25:18
[quote=jamest5r;348199]Better than porn that mate, looks lovely, forged as well.:biggrin:[/quote]
Yup mate, forged and piper'd :mischievo
Should be getting the gearbox back this week with the Gripper fitted
Post 348205 by claymore on 2010-11-29 19:29:29
It's almost a shame to cover up that lovely kevlar belt
Post 348207 by Volvostorm on 2010-11-29 19:34:07
[quote=claymore;348205]It's almost a shame to cover up that lovely kevlar belt[/quote]
I know, shame you can't get clear covers
Post 348208 by MWT5 on 2010-11-29 19:36:20
Engine looking very nice especially like the blue against the silver.
Was the block just cleaned or cleaned & painted.
Post 348209 by Volvostorm on 2010-11-29 19:42:12
It was washed down, cleaned with a wire brush on a drill, then painted
Post 348344 by Volvostorm on 2010-11-30 16:36:18
I know I've asked before, what's the part number for a 850R clutch?????
Post 348757 by Volvostorm on 2010-12-02 20:37:09
Got the gearbox back today, anybody care to guess what colour thats going to be? :P
Post 348816 by T4_Al on 2010-12-03 00:34:38
850r clutch P/N for kit, Volvo P/N 272218
063082254404 - Sachs P/N for pressure plate Volvo P/N - 9176268
201862534001 - Sachs P/N for flywheel Volvo P/N - 9176262
Post 351133 by Volvostorm on 2010-12-18 20:33:04
I know people fit the S60R rear brakes, can I fit the vented AWD setup instead? I know they are rare
Post 353502 by Volvostorm on 2011-01-05 22:05:48
Small update:
Ordered the turbo, using a GT3071 with metal caged bearings and cut-blades on the compresser wheel, should be here next week! Can't wait, and, my AP's should be arriving too! :D
Post 355571 by Volvostorm on 2011-01-17 19:16:30
Bit of help needed, anybody got any pictures of the water connections for the turbo? I've done the top one, can't remember where the bottom one connects to the engine :confused::redface:
Post 356062 by Volvostorm on 2011-01-21 21:41:59
I've started to pipe up the turbo now, but this is it ;)
Post 356076 by The Flying Moose on 2011-01-21 22:10:06
[quote=Pault5estate;355571]Bit of help needed, anybody got any pictures of the water connections for the turbo? I've done the top one, can't remember where the bottom one connects to the engine :confused::redface:[/quote]
Paul, ill take a picture of the back of the block tomorrow with the turbo connected for you.
Basically if you were looking from the top of the engine in the car on the right right hand side of the engine to the right slightly below where the actuator would be there is a coolant pipe rail that connected to the rear of the block. There are two outlets and a straight through connection. If I remember correctly the left hand connection goes to the heater matrix and the right hand connector to the lower turbo water connection.
Post 356083 by Volvostorm on 2011-01-21 22:17:03
Cheers Emlyn, I did manage to find/get the info :D
Don't suppose anybody knows what thread the oil feed banjo on the block, I know its 14mm, I'm hoping its 1.5
Post 356106 by The Flying Moose on 2011-01-21 23:51:47
[quote=Pault5estate;356083]Cheers Emlyn, I did manage to find/get the info :D
Don't suppose anybody knows what thread the oil feed banjo on the block, I know its 14mm, I'm hoping its 1.5[/quote]
No problem glad you managed to sort it. :)
As for the banjo no idea sorry, they are too easy to loose so the current one isnt going anywhere!
Post 356135 by Alan M on 2011-01-22 10:16:00
M14x1.5mm thread on the block. Buy a M14x1.5 to 6an or 4an adaptor that way you can just fit up a braided water line straight to it.
Post 356136 by Volvostorm on 2011-01-22 10:19:47
[quote=Alan M;356135]M14x1.5mm thread on the block. Buy a M14x1.5 to 6an or 4an adaptor that way you can just fit up a braided water line straight to it.[/quote]
Thanks Alan, just what I needed :)
Post 356207 by Alan M on 2011-01-22 19:28:37
That meant to say oil line aswell Paul. I'll try to come take a looksie when I get the new head and turbo up and running on mine too. Looks like some work has gone into it.
Post 356213 by smithy on 2011-01-22 19:35:08
[quote=Alan M;356207]That meant to say oil line aswell Paul. I'll try to come take a looksie when I get the new head and turbo up and running on mine too. Looks like some work has gone into it.[/quote]
i hope we are all going to see all these high powered cars on the strip in the new season
Post 356216 by Volvostorm on 2011-01-22 19:43:26
[quote=Alan M;356207]That meant to say oil line aswell Paul. I'll try to come take a looksie when I get the new head and turbo up and running on mine too. Looks like some work has gone into it.[/quote]
Cool, your more than welcome to come and take a look, also be good to try another high powered T5, it's been a while since I drove mine :(
Post 356219 by smithy on 2011-01-22 19:54:56
[quote=Pault5estate;356216]Cool, your more than welcome to come and take a look, also be good to try another high powered T5, it's been a while since I drove mine :([/quote]
with all these big turbo t5s going on ide better get my car sorted fast lol
Post 356228 by Volvostorm on 2011-01-22 20:27:46
Yup, chop chop! :P
Post 356251 by Alan M on 2011-01-22 23:18:30
Mine is now it pieces again after straining a K24 to hard with the wrong injectors and mismatched head. Its all going together shortly though with new parts, hopefully on their way from Rufe this week coming. Make sure your fueling is sorted Paul and the wiring too. I need to rewire my fuel pump also as the original wiring isn't up to scratch.
I don't know about 1/4 miles this year but I do hope to get to some track days and finally meet a few people I said I would, work permitting of course and maybe a meet or two.
Post 356255 by Volvostorm on 2011-01-23 00:11:35
Yes mate, I'm planning to use a Walbro 255, plus uprated wiring, and a set of 600+ cc injectors
Post 356271 by smithy on 2011-01-23 09:42:09
[quote=Alan M;356251]Mine is now it pieces again after straining a K24 to hard with the wrong injectors and mismatched head. Its all going together shortly though with new parts, hopefully on their way from Rufe this week coming. Make sure your fueling is sorted Paul and the wiring too. I need to rewire my fuel pump also as the original wiring isn't up to scratch.
I don't know about 1/4 miles this year but I do hope to get to some track days and finally meet a few people I said I would, work permitting of course and maybe a meet or two.[/quote]
we will have to do a mini meet in the midlands mate so we can meet up im in bham anyway and so is jamest5r
Post 356286 by Volvostorm on 2011-01-23 12:12:16
Sounds interesting, except I'm not 5 pot powered, at the moment ;)
Post 356290 by Alan M on 2011-01-23 14:10:25
[quote=Pault5estate;356286]Sounds interesting, except I'm not 5 pot powered, at the moment ;)[/quote]
So am I at the moment. The remaining pistons finally out this morning and on the side in the kitchen. Time is the limiting factor for me at the moment as work is very busy so getting to work on the car is hard as I like to spend time with my family when I have it spare. A meet sounds good but I've had to pull out of coming to a few in the past so when the car is up and going I'll definately try to get to one even if it is a brief pass through lol.
Post 364906 by Volvostorm on 2011-03-06 15:59:32
Just to prove I'm still working to the car, a pic or two of the turbo fitted :D
Had to brighten this one to show the 3" outlet
Also got my AP's now, and some TD pro-race 1.2s
Post 364907 by t5_monkey on 2011-03-06 16:08:35
[quote=Pault5estate;364906]Just to prove I'm still working to the car, a pic or two of the turbo fitted :D
Had to brighten this one to show the 3" outlet
Also got my AP's now, and some TD pro-race 1.2s[/quote]
Looking very clean!! That's going to be an exciting build.... I take it you're doing a fair bit to it in the vroom vroom department ? :)
Post 364909 by Volvostorm on 2011-03-06 16:16:33
Yup, it has a complete forged bottom end now, will have a 3" d/pipe made soon
Post 364910 by t5_monkey on 2011-03-06 16:20:20
[quote=Pault5estate;364909]Yup, it has a complete forged bottom end now, will have a 3" d/pipe made soon[/quote]
nice... so I'm guessing it'll be a 400bhp+ effort with a new bottom end in?
Post 364911 by Volvostorm on 2011-03-06 16:26:52
A good solid 400bhp is the target, I don't want to run silly boost, so around 2bar again is the aim.
It it gets more than 400, I'm not going to complain ;)
Post 372805 by Volvostorm on 2011-04-15 19:07:06
Stand by for a shock! :eek: The engine is off the stand!
Gearbox and short shift fitted
Got the subframe off and de-greasing it ready for painting and its IPD roll bar
Post 372807 by Jamest5r on 2011-04-15 19:25:40
Nice one mate, makes mine look crap :)
Post 372809 by p fandango on 2011-04-15 19:32:11
looking good. Something looks different about that gearbox, its not a M66 is it? (or is just because i've not seen one clean before lol)
Post 372813 by Volvostorm on 2011-04-15 19:50:22
No mate, its a m56, well, I hope it is, I've just had a Gripper LSD fitted!
Post 373067 by Volvostorm on 2011-04-17 20:14:16
Time to fit the IPD's, bit thicker than stock!
Post 373659 by Volvostorm on 2011-04-21 18:51:41
Bit more progress, painted the subframe
New 3" downpipe
Post 373665 by p fandango on 2011-04-21 19:33:04
looking good & your certainly paying attention to detail, can i suggest some solid subframe bushes LINK
Post 373666 by Volvostorm on 2011-04-21 19:37:00
I did think about them, but she's a road going car, with the odd track day use.
I need her to have some road manners!
Post 373667 by The Flying Moose on 2011-04-21 19:48:00
Wow, what can I say Paul. Its really coming on now. There cant be alot left to finish before putting it all together again as it were. When do you wreckon it will be finished?
Post 373669 by Volvostorm on 2011-04-21 19:54:07
No major work now, just putting everything back together, then on to things like the intercooler piping.
You might recognise the IPD's ;)
No idea when she will be finally ready, soon I hope!
Post 373670 by The Flying Moose on 2011-04-21 19:58:34
[quote=Pault5estate;373669]No major work now, just putting everything back together, then on to things like the intercooler piping.
You might recognise the IPD's ;)
No idea when she will be finally ready, soon I hope![/quote]
The IPD's certainly look familiar... ;)
The only reason I sold them is that unless I overhaul the engine the front is such a pain to change it wasnt worth the pain. I'll no doubt be buying another set as soon as mine decide to go.
The intercooler piping should be a dodle compared to the work already completed.
Have you decided on whether to leave the complete interior in or are you going to strip it to just front seats etc?
Post 373677 by Volvostorm on 2011-04-21 20:17:29
Its staying complete, except I'm changing the fronts from more recaro-type
Intercooling piping should be easy, but I have a bigger intercooler to fit ;)
Post 391655 by Volvostorm on 2011-07-03 10:43:30
After more problems with the gearbox! :( Hopefully I can get back on her.
(Just a post so my project thread doesn't feel left out! Because it doesn't have the word project in it! :P )
Post 391658 by claymore on 2011-07-03 10:46:59
Ohh, I got all excited then, I thought you were posting some progress, when do you think it will be running?
Post 391662 by Porcine_Aviator on 2011-07-03 10:55:50
[quote=claymore;391658]Ohh, I got all excited then, I thought you were posting some progress, when do you think it will be running?[/quote]
Calm down it's only a bump :)
Post 391663 by Volvostorm on 2011-07-03 10:56:54
Fingers crossed, the engine and 'box will be re-united on Monday, it might even be back in the car too! :worried:
Post 391673 by claymore on 2011-07-03 11:29:40
[quote=Porcine_Aviator;391662]Calm down it's only a bump :)[/quote]
Indeed, but a bit of an anticlimax :(
Post 392705 by Volvostorm on 2011-07-06 20:17:38
Engine and gearbox are reunited, hopefully for a good long while now!
Just waiting for some ARP bolts for the turbo now :D
Post 398349 by Volvostorm on 2011-07-25 19:48:46
Its back in! Hopefully to stay this time!
Just all the fun of remembering where all the wiring goes
Post 398352 by claymore on 2011-07-25 19:53:52
Thats brilliant news
Post 398375 by AndysR on 2011-07-25 20:47:07
Nice one! Be good to see it out and about again, I bet you've missed it!
Post 398397 by The Flying Moose on 2011-07-25 21:18:46
Any pictures Paul?
I bet you cant wait to turn the key for the first time and hear it bark into life once more!
Post 398402 by Volvostorm on 2011-07-25 21:25:45
[quote=AndysR;398375]Nice one! Be good to see it out and about again, I bet you've missed it![/quote]
Still a long way to go, but its a start!
[quote=The Flying Moose;398397]Any pictures Paul?
I bet you cant wait to turn the key for the first time and hear it bark into life once more![/quote]
I'll get some pictures, once I'm back up there, and we have fitted a bit more :)
Post 398436 by Jamest5r on 2011-07-25 22:04:15
Cool, would be great if you could get it ready for Trax, make our little group stand out :)
Post 398483 by Volvostorm on 2011-07-25 23:02:13
I'm at a rod and custom show the same weekend in Wales
Plus, I'm not a fan of Trax, I went last year, after hearing how great it is, I thought it was cr**! Wanted to go at 10, got there at 9:15!
Post 399299 by Volvostorm on 2011-07-28 19:57:48
Got the injectors in, and some of the wiring, its taking a while because I keep painting stuff!
Post 399758 by Volvostorm on 2011-07-30 10:45:26
Thanks to Alan M, I now have two important bits, a TT ecu, and a Walbro 255 pump :D
Pictures will be soon, want to get the wiring tided up some more.
Post 400676 by Volvostorm on 2011-08-02 20:15:24
More wiring work, and fitted the short shift kit, got a very nice gearchange now :) Offered up the THS intercooler, the mounting brackets need adjusting now, they are holding the intercooler to far away, meaning the rad bolts don't line up, back to my friendly alloy welding places.
Isn't wiring fun after a year? trying to remember where they all go! I have 5 plugs, and no idea where they fit, the gas conversion wiring doesn't help matters!
Post 400685 by Jamest5r on 2011-08-02 20:27:12
[quote=Pault5estate;400676]More wiring work, and fitted the short shift kit, got a very nice gearchange now :) Offered up the THS intercooler, the mounting brackets need adjusting now, they are holding the intercooler to far away, meaning the rad bolts don't line up, back to my friendly alloy welding places.
Isn't wiring fun after a year? trying to remember where they all go! I have 5 plugs, and no idea where they fit, the gas conversion wiring doesn't help matters![/quote]
Have you got air-con? if not then if you tap the brackets flat it will fit had to over come the same problem :)
Post 400730 by Volvostorm on 2011-08-02 21:41:18
It HAD air-con :P
Theres to much gap between the rad and the intercooler
Post 405534 by Volvostorm on 2011-08-23 20:52:14
No updates yet, still waiting for the intercooler to have mk2 brackets welded on.
http://www.ultraracing.my/Bars.asp?ID=2971
Has anybody tried fitting these on an estate, I'm not worried about them sticking up above the boot line.
Post 418108 by Volvostorm on 2011-10-22 21:56:39
Wow, doesn't time fly!
Intercooler fitted, and many parts have been bought! Still no pictures lol
Once I get the d/pipe back, a big push is going to be made, aim is to have her running before the end of the year!
Stay tuned! :D
Post 418109 by p fandango on 2011-10-22 21:58:33
did you get the UR bar? i found automac not to be much help so emailed them direct for a price
Post 418111 by Volvostorm on 2011-10-22 22:04:02
No mate, I haven't yet
I can't see why they wouldn't fit the estate
Post 418941 by Volvostorm on 2011-10-25 23:08:32
Some bits turned up today, including this:
http://www.innovatemotorsports.com/products/db.php
Post 418943 by AndysR on 2011-10-25 23:10:44
Can't be long now until it's all back up and running again :)
Post 418950 by Volvostorm on 2011-10-25 23:20:43
I'm still waiting for the custom downpipe, but, no, its not far away from running :)
Post 418961 by LiamT4 on 2011-10-25 23:42:18
[quote=Pault5estate;418941]Some bits turned up today, including this:
http://www.innovatemotorsports.com/products/db.php[/quote]
Excellent, very usefull bit of kit.
Post 421589 by Volvostorm on 2011-11-04 19:43:33
Its getting there, nearly all the wiring is back in, plumbed up the engine, and the gas conversion ;)
Just working out the RIP kit and the re-circ valve layout. :)
Post 427807 by Volvostorm on 2011-11-19 21:27:48
Finally got my down pipe mk8 back, fingers crossed it fits!
Then, its got to be wrapped, that could be fun!
Post 427810 by foammanmark on 2011-11-19 21:36:03
[quote=Pault5estate;309828]The poor girl is suffering from a 400 per day habit :( I'm doing the PCV this weekend, but its a bit late, as I think the RMS is blown, and I have a big oil leak coming from above the turbo.
So, it could be time for a engine rebuild, so, who do people recommend? As I've already said, I want to fit uprated rods and cams (N/A ones possibly?) fit a pedro type breather system, and a bigger turbo (18 or 19) and better manifolds, plus, the correct mapping.
Anything I've forgotten, and who is best to talk to about these mods? I don't want a flame war, just some honest opinions.[/quote]
You've got me a bit worried now. I've been advised to do the PCV on the 97' T5 that I'm buying next weekend, along with the cambelt and a service. I have to drive it back from Swindon to Great Harwood, so around 170 miles. If it's not already leaking oil, then I presume I should be able to get Home without causing any damage, if the PCV is blocked? What do you think please?
Post 427812 by claymore on 2011-11-19 21:39:39
[quote=foammanmark;427810]You've got me a bit worried now. I've been advised to do the PCV on the 97' T5 that I'm buying next weekend, along with the cambelt and a service. I have to drive it back from Swindon to Great Harwood, so around 170 miles. If it's not already leaking oil, then I presume I should be able to get Home without causing any damage, if the PCV is blocked? What do you think please?[/quote]
I'v had my 850 for nearly 3 years with over 200k miles on it, I'v fitted a supercharger and nitrous, but haven't done the PCV or cambelt yet.
Post 427816 by Volvostorm on 2011-11-19 21:46:46
[quote=foammanmark;427810]You've got me a bit worried now. I've been advised to do the PCV on the 97' T5 that I'm buying next weekend, along with the cambelt and a service. I have to drive it back from Swindon to Great Harwood, so around 170 miles. If it's not already leaking oil, then I presume I should be able to get Home without causing any damage, if the PCV is blocked? What do you think please?[/quote]
I had the car a year before it started smoking, and, it wasn't that bad, would only do it after being left to idle for a few minutes.
I found my PCV wasn't blocked anyway, but I fitted a new one, which didn't clear the problem, on mine it was bore wear, and this started the whole rebuild!
You do know how to check to see if the PCV is blocked?
Post 427817 by foammanmark on 2011-11-19 21:47:05
[quote=claymore;427812]I'v had my 850 for nearly 3 years with over 200k miles on it, I'v fitted a supercharger and nitrous, but haven't done the PCV or cambelt yet.[/quote]
That's some reassurance thanks. You have no oil leak or anything? I think Volvo(Qady) whom has sold me the car is just advising me to have it done sooner rather than later, together with the other bits.
You've got a SC and nitrous- I presume that it's basically a rocket then!
Post 427818 by Volvostorm on 2011-11-19 21:53:27
It is better to change them sooner rather than later :)
Yes, Claymore's does move! :D
Post 427826 by claymore on 2011-11-19 22:04:17
[quote=foammanmark;427817]That's some reassurance thanks. You have no oil leak or anything? I think Volvo(Qady) whom has sold me the car is just advising me to have it done sooner rather than later, together with the other bits.
You've got a SC and nitrous- I presume that it's basically a rocket then![/quote]
And dont forget the Turbo :)
Post 428752 by Volvostorm on 2011-11-22 20:27:33
The downpipe fits!
After massaging the floor a bit, even the lambda sensor is in the right place :D
Post 428774 by Jamest5r on 2011-11-22 20:54:05
[quote=Pault5estate;428752]The downpipe fits!
After massaging the floor a bit, even the lambda sensor is in the right place :D[/quote]
Nice when thing's fit :)
Post 428801 by Volvostorm on 2011-11-22 21:23:18
Yeah, only taken months! lol
Should have the exhaust this weekend too :)
Post 433811 by Volvostorm on 2011-12-07 20:16:58
A bit of a shock today, I've collected the T5, its now in my own unit, hopefully I'll be able to update the thread with some progress soon :)
Post 433872 by Volvostorm on 2011-12-07 22:10:03
Couple of pics from today
Post 433876 by Volvostorm on 2011-12-07 22:13:44
Post 433886 by Volvostorm on 2011-12-07 22:28:13
Post 433902 by Volvostorm on 2011-12-07 23:09:05
Last ones: :)
I'm the short one!
Post 433955 by claymore on 2011-12-08 08:49:50
Nice to see it moving again Paul, now hurry up and get it mooving under it's own power
Post 433976 by JT on 2011-12-08 11:28:23
Looking good!
As said, be good to see it up and running!
Another one off the 'black list', as James called it! Lol
Post 434163 by Volvostorm on 2011-12-08 21:22:33
[quote=johnnytempest;433976]Looking good!
As said, be good to see it up and running!
Another one off the 'black list', as James called it! Lol[/quote]
Wouldn't say that just yet, its moved more to the grey list!
Post 439937 by Volvostorm on 2011-12-24 20:51:41
While everybody else was doing their Christmas shopping, I spend the day working on the car! :D
Managed to work out where most of the wires going, made a list of things that need doing, and started to make up the intake pipe, made the lower pipe to the throttle body, and half made up the turbo intake.
Remove the battery tray too, that freed up lots of space :)
Pictures, as always to follow
Post 441442 by Volvostorm on 2011-12-29 22:12:09
Another day on the Mistress, as she now gets referred too!
Both pipes for the RIP kit are now mocked up, and ready to have the swage put in them, new air box have been designed, found new places for the cruise control and LPG ecu to live.
Removed the dash top to run the wires through to the new gauges, I could do with a new blue dash top, as this one has an air bag on the passenger side, which I'm not refitted.
A busy day, not helped by I can't buy anything, or get stuff made!
Post 441492 by Niles on 2011-12-30 00:00:51
if you dont plug in the passenger side air bag you will get an airbag warning light = fail MOT
Post 441499 by mitchyboy01 on 2011-12-30 00:36:16
[quote=Niles;441492]if you dont plug in the passenger side air bag you will get an airbag warning light = fail MOT[/quote]
My Fiat passed with the airbag light on. Tester said it's not part of the MOT.
Post 441515 by claymore on 2011-12-30 07:13:24
[quote=mitchyboy01;441499]My Fiat passed with the airbag light on. Tester said it's not part of the MOT.[/quote]
Not from Monday it won't
Post 441516 by mitchyboy01 on 2011-12-30 07:43:21
[quote=claymore;441515]Not from Monday it won't[/quote]
Glad I sold it now then lol
Post 441546 by Volvostorm on 2011-12-30 11:11:29
What light? It has no bulb.
To get my airbag system working it needs some major parts replacing
Post 446073 by Volvostorm on 2012-01-07 19:20:59
3" intake mocked up :)
Need a 3" hole saw now, so I can fit the alloy airbox! :partysmil
I promise pictures soon too!
Post 446902 by Dan850r on 2012-01-08 20:27:05
Looking good mate! One thing, where you have the bend before the maf but after the filter, i had mine like this but it used to hesitate under load, i put it so it was straight and its fine now, no idea why tho
Post 446908 by Volvostorm on 2012-01-08 20:33:49
[quote=Dan850r;446902]Looking good mate! One thing, where you have the bend before the maf but after the filter, i had mine like this but it used to hesitate under load, i put it so it was straight and its fine now, no idea why tho[/quote]
Not enough room to fit the filter, its all 3" piping, so hopefully I shouldn't get any trouble (Fingers crossed)
Post 446911 by Dan850r on 2012-01-08 20:39:10
Hopefully and itll be sucking more air than mine too lol
Post 456703 by The Flying Moose on 2012-01-30 11:48:38
Looks like your making good progress Paul.
When do you think the time will come to turn the key for the first time? Bet you cant wait!
Post 456976 by Volvostorm on 2012-01-30 20:28:59
Going to order the battery cables and assorted bits this week, hopefully should have the RIP kit finished soon.
Staring her, ermmmmmmmmmmmm dunno yet!
Post 466805 by Volvostorm on 2012-02-25 20:10:54
Does anybody want to see the pictures of todays wiring?
Post 466809 by claymore on 2012-02-25 20:18:23
[quote=Pault5estate;466805]Does anybody want to see the pictures of todays wiring?[/quote]
Only if it's accompanied with a vid of the engine running ;)
Post 466816 by Volvostorm on 2012-02-25 20:25:49
Not yet, that is tomorrows plan, and it won't be running, but it will be turning over on the key :D
Post 467238 by Volvostorm on 2012-02-26 20:14:35
One thing, which ECU should I use to start it?
I have both the stock one and a TT, but, I'm not sure what map it has on it.
Any suggestions?
Post 467248 by AndysR on 2012-02-26 20:34:01
I'd be running the engine in with a standard ECU then switch to the TT and have it mapped once it's all bedded in :)
Post 467254 by Volvostorm on 2012-02-26 20:44:19
[quote=AndysR;467248]I'd be running the engine in with a standard ECU then switch to the TT and have it mapped once it's all bedded in :)[/quote]
Thats what I was thinking, but, I don't think its going to be very happy with my 630cc injectors, I might have to fit some smaller ones, like blues!
Post 467300 by Volvostorm on 2012-02-26 21:31:41
Thinking about it, shouldn't I be putting the stock oranges back in for now?
Next question, has anybody got a set?
Post 467348 by Dan850r on 2012-02-26 22:29:04
Got some here mate, will need o rings tho
Post 467359 by Volvostorm on 2012-02-26 22:39:02
[quote=Dan850r;467348]Got some here mate, will need o rings tho[/quote]
Thats ok mate, I can source them :)
How much do you want for them?
Did you have any luck finding those oil cooler pipes?
Post 467361 by AndysR on 2012-02-26 22:39:10
The ECU should "learn" the values but for running in purposes and to save any chance of bore washing I'd be looking for something a little smaller to be safe :)
Post 467370 by Volvostorm on 2012-02-26 22:49:41
Yeah, I'm going to fit oranges back in her for a while
Post 467372 by AndysR on 2012-02-26 22:50:50
Are you still going to be using LPG on the new engine or have you removed the kit while you were doing the big power build?
Post 467378 by Volvostorm on 2012-02-26 22:57:17
[quote=AndysR;467372]Are you still going to be using LPG on the new engine or have you removed the kit while you were doing the big power build?[/quote]
Its still on there, once the engine has run in, it will be switch on, and I'll see what sort of power I can get with it.
As long as the kit can cope with driving around town and motorway, I'll be happy
Post 467383 by Dan850r on 2012-02-26 23:17:44
Found the thermostat block bit and one pipe, just got to find the other
Post 467386 by Volvostorm on 2012-02-26 23:28:59
Its only the pipes I need mate :)
Post 477390 by JT on 2012-03-24 23:08:05
looking very smart indeed! :)
Post 477393 by merc85 on 2012-03-24 23:11:03
Thats just sick mate
Post 477394 by Volvostorm on 2012-03-24 23:12:33
Thanks mate,
Its getting a few shiny bits on her now, I keep having on remind myself, it's suppose to be a track show! :D
Post 477396 by LiamT4 on 2012-03-24 23:21:49
when do you think it will be ready for the road?
Post 477399 by Volvostorm on 2012-03-24 23:29:28
Dunno, the first show unveiling will be at Ford Fair in August, even if we have to trailer her there :)
Should be running within a month, fingers crossed
Post 477450 by claymore on 2012-03-25 07:45:30
Glad to see a bit more progress mate
Post 477455 by t5steve on 2012-03-25 09:49:35
i love all the project cars ..........and they all seem to be coming together.............keep up the good work guys............keep updates coming
Post 484042 by AndysR on 2012-04-09 20:46:55
Excellent work Paul, really looking together now. Lights and grille are finishing it off nicely, out of interest is that the IPD egg crate grille with the chrome surround?
Post 484043 by AndysR on 2012-04-09 20:49:27
[quote=Pault5estate;484038]Bumper update for you lucky people! :D
Saturday's mini meet
[/quote]
All cars looking good, who's is the saloon? Surely you have more than two mini meet shots of the cars? :)
Post 484045 by claymore on 2012-04-09 20:52:27
[quote=AndysR;484043]All cars looking good, who's is the saloon? Surely you have more than two mini meet shots of the cars? :)[/quote]
:), that's Dan850r's
There ate a few more pics here:
http://www.vpcuk.org/forums/showthread.php?t=42790
Post 484050 by Volvostorm on 2012-04-09 21:01:06
[quote=AndysR;484042]Excellent work Paul, really looking together now. Lights and grille are finishing it off nicely, out of interest is that the IPD egg crate grille with the chrome surround?[/quote]
Yes, it is, with a faded chrome surround! It will probably get painted soon, as the plastic has gone a bit grey too.
Even the headlights have been modified too, can you see what I have done? ;)
Post 484053 by AndysR on 2012-04-09 21:03:09
[quote=Pault5estate;484050]Yes, it is, with a faded chrome surround! It will probably get painted soon, as the plastic has gone a bit grey too.
Even the headlights have been modified too, can you see what I have done? ;)[/quote]
Yes I did notice but wasn't sure if that was because of a reflection or not... Lenses off job, looks good though ;)
Post 484055 by t5 pete on 2012-04-09 21:05:19
deffinatly looking good keep up the good work
Post 484072 by Volvostorm on 2012-04-09 21:17:02
[quote=AndysR;484053]Yes I did notice but wasn't sure if that was because of a reflection or not... Lenses off job, looks good though ;)[/quote]
Well spotted! :D
Yup, took the lens off, and painted the edges of the reflectors black, it looks good, well, I think it does, I have a spare plain set too
Post 484086 by AndysR on 2012-04-09 21:25:02
[quote=Pault5estate;484072]Well spotted! :D
Yup, took the lens off, and painted the edges of the reflectors black, it looks good, well, I think it does, I have a spare plain set too[/quote]
I have seen it done before on a dark coloured car and at the time it looked good them I went back and had another look and thought... nah. But on the white it works well breaks it up nicely. If it were mine I think they'd stay :)
Post 484103 by Volvostorm on 2012-04-09 21:36:59
There a very good chance they will stay, I need to see them in the daylight first, but, at the moment, I'm really liking them :)
Post 492543 by claymore on 2012-04-28 20:06:11
FAIL, video don't work
Post 492571 by Volvostorm on 2012-04-28 20:59:24
Should work now
Any idea why I can never get video links from photobucket on here to work?
Post 492994 by claymore on 2012-04-29 20:35:05
Getting closer and closer Paul, when do you think it will be on the road?
Post 492995 by t5 pete on 2012-04-29 20:35:27
brilliant work the ap's look lovley
Post 493003 by Volvostorm on 2012-04-29 20:47:54
[quote=claymore;492994]Getting closer and closer Paul, when do you think it will be on the road?[/quote]
Not sure, I'm waiting for the exhaust to come back from being coated, maybe another month or two?
[quote=t5 pete;492995]brilliant work the ap's look lovley[/quote]
Thanks Pete, they are abit eye catching :D
Post 508580 by Dan850r on 2012-06-06 20:32:10
Good job on getting it going, that oil leak could suck ass big time! Really hope its something minor
Post 508585 by Volvostorm on 2012-06-06 20:38:27
I know :(
I'm hoping it isn't coming from there, going to take the radiator out this weekend for a better look.
Post 508591 by Dan850r on 2012-06-06 20:49:07
Hopefully oil pressure switch or dipstick tube! Did you change the gaskets for the oil squirter things?
Post 508599 by Volvostorm on 2012-06-06 20:56:53
Its not the OP switch, I can see that :)
Could be the dipstick tube, it appears to be coming from behind the stater motor though!
Yup, new gaskets on them, but they are at the back of the engine
Post 510151 by claymore on 2012-06-10 21:32:27
That's crap news mate, I would think it's an engine out and strip down :(
Post 510154 by Volvostorm on 2012-06-10 21:42:47
[quote=claymore;510151]That's crap news mate, I would think it's an engine out and strip down :([/quote]
I guessed that would be the answer :(
Will have to wait till after the 2 shows I want to do, good job its not being tracked
Post 510157 by claymore on 2012-06-10 21:45:37
Will you take it back to the engine builder?
Post 510158 by Volvostorm on 2012-06-10 21:51:42
[quote=claymore;510157]Will you take it back to the engine builder?[/quote]
I think you already know the answer to that one! ;)
Post 510165 by smithy on 2012-06-10 22:00:24
[quote=Pault5estate;510158]I think you already know the answer to that one! ;)[/quote]
Bad. Ewe mate make sure they are using the proper Volvo pink sealant no leaking from any of the engines I've had done using the Volvo sealant and when I've done the heads too
Post 510171 by Volvostorm on 2012-06-10 22:05:13
[quote=smithy;510165]Bad. Ewe mate make sure they are using the proper Volvo pink sealant no leaking from any of the engines I've had done using the Volvo sealant and when I've done the heads too[/quote]
I know it has the proper sealant, I supplied it, and I was there when that part was fitted :(
Post 510172 by smithy on 2012-06-10 22:09:27
[quote=Pault5estate;510171]I know it has the proper sealant, I supplied it, and I was there when that part was fitted :([/quote]
Just saying that's all mate never had a leak from the engine before
Post 510174 by Volvostorm on 2012-06-10 22:12:29
[quote=smithy;510172]Just saying that's all mate never had a leak from the engine before[/quote]
I know mate, thats why I used it, its rare for it to leak after using the proper stuff, I have no other leaks, apart this one :(
Post 510186 by smithy on 2012-06-10 22:51:10
[quote=Pault5estate;510174]I know mate, thats why I used it, its rare for it to leak after using the proper stuff, I have no other leaks, apart this one :([/quote]
Bad luck mate hope you get it sorted its about time we saw this car
Post 510192 by Volvostorm on 2012-06-10 23:01:24
Tell me about it, all the brakes are on and working, speedo wiring works, just need mapping, and its ready to be driven! :(
Post 516022 by t5 pete on 2012-06-23 20:23:43
very nice keep up the good work any news on the engine regarding the builder etc
Post 516025 by Volvostorm on 2012-06-23 20:27:32
[quote=t5 pete;516022]very nice keep up the good work any news on the engine regarding the builder etc[/quote]
Thanks Pete, I will try :)
As for the engine, no progress yet, as the builder doesn't know, and it won't be going back there.
Post 516039 by p fandango on 2012-06-23 20:44:49
carbon wrapping's came out well, but you need Martin P's wheels to match with that blue interior
:bog:
Post 516048 by Volvostorm on 2012-06-23 20:55:16
Thats the only trouble with my interior, too much blue!
I have some grey and black bucket seats to go in :D
Post 516052 by p fandango on 2012-06-23 20:57:30
[quote=Pault5estate;516048]Thats the only trouble with my interior, too much blue![/quote]
seen a Merc yesterday, oliver green outside with a blue interior. Really was a bad combination
Post 516057 by Volvostorm on 2012-06-23 21:04:19
My Dad had a Nissan Stanza, white with a red interior, always reminded me of driving around in a used lady product! :eye-poppi:eek::wtf:
Post 516203 by V70 Graham on 2012-06-23 23:29:34
Good job there with the Carbon wrapping.
Post 522441 by mitchyboy01 on 2012-07-10 17:40:07
I'm looking forward to seeing this up and running. Good luck sorting the leak, feels like it's never ending sometimes doesn't it. My car gets me on the verge of selling it half the time. Will be worth it in the end though!!
Post 527976 by t5 pete on 2012-07-29 22:59:25
Thats brilliant paul its really looking well now
Post 527977 by Nealevo on 2012-07-29 23:04:13
Looking good mate, you may want to trim your induction intake thou, as I may slow you down sucking up the gravel on the road !!!
Post 527979 by Volvostorm on 2012-07-29 23:14:04
[QUOTE=t5 pete;527976]Thats brilliant paul its really looking well now[/QUOTE]
Thanks Pete, its taken a while, hopefully worth it wait, back bumper has been painted since the photos were taken.
[QUOTE=Nealevo;527977]Looking good mate, you may want to trim your induction intake thou, as I may slow you down sucking up the gravel on the road !!![/QUOTE]
I know, its a bit long! will be done before long :)
Its had its first spin up the yard too, alreadys shows a liking for spinning her wheels! :smirk:
Post 528834 by claymore on 2012-08-05 13:17:12
Paul asked me to pop up to his unit to plug my laptop into the ecu, I got there and started the car up, the car ticked over fine so I took it up and down the yard a couple of times, all seemed fine so Paul jumped in and we took it for a couple of mile blast, Waw what can I say, the car drives perfectly, no bangs or cloncks from the suspension, the engine feels very strong although I only took it to 3k rpm, this car is going to be awsome.
Post 528840 by t5 pete on 2012-08-05 14:23:13
Brilliant news it will certainly be a fun car to.drive
Post 528919 by Volvostorm on 2012-08-05 19:37:05
[QUOTE=claymore;528834]Paul asked me to pop up to his unit to plug my laptop into the ecu, I got there and started the car up, the car ticked over fine so I took it up and down the yard a couple of times, all seemed fine so Paul jumped in and we took it for a couple of mile blast, Waw what can I say, the car drives perfectly, no bangs or cloncks from the suspension, the engine feels very strong although I only took it to 3k rpm, this car is going to be awsome.[/QUOTE]
Thanks again Colin :)
I was really impressed too, it seems so relaxed too, can't wait to get some more miles on her now! :firedevil:firedevil
Post 528921 by Volvostorm on 2012-08-05 19:39:59
[QUOTE=t5 pete;528840]Brilliant news it will certainly be a fun car to.drive[/QUOTE]
Really hope so, its certainly promising to be :)
Post 528936 by Jamest5r on 2012-08-05 20:18:40
Looking the Nuts Paul......did you get the oil leak sorted or have i missed something?
Post 528957 by Volvostorm on 2012-08-05 21:32:45
No mate, you haven't, its still there, decided to get a couple of shows in, and maybe a few miles before it has to all come back out again :(
Post 569064 by Volvostorm on 2013-02-02 23:19:41
Long time, and no update!!! :scared:
Took the car to see Tim Williams today, because I was having great trouble with it majorly over-fueling, turns out, my lambda sensor is knackered, you unplug it and it runs alot better, and it has a miss fire, probably caused by my leads breaking down.
Its a step closer to go back on the road ;D
Post 569069 by Wobbly Dave on 2013-02-02 23:40:50
those are quite easy fixes - sorted your oil leak?
Post 569070 by Volvostorm on 2013-02-02 23:47:02
No, that isn't an easy fix :(
It a total engine out job, I've been given an idea that might improve it, it worth trying first.
Post 569072 by t5 pete on 2013-02-02 23:50:31
[QUOTE=Pault5estate;569070]No, that isn't an easy fix :(
It a total engine out job, I've been given an idea that might improve it, it worth trying first.[/QUOTE]
It wouldnt be some engine stop leak by any chance
Post 569073 by Volvostorm on 2013-02-02 23:55:44
Nope, a chocolate fire guard is better than that stuff!
Post 569074 by t5 pete on 2013-02-02 23:57:24
lol you took the words out of my mouth
Post 569075 by Wobbly Dave on 2013-02-03 00:06:51
[QUOTE=Pault5estate;569070]No, that isn't an easy fix :(
It a total engine out job, I've been given an idea that might improve it, it worth trying first.[/QUOTE]
No that's not what I meant. I meant that the leads & the lambda are quite easy.
Where is your oil leak?
Post 569076 by Volvostorm on 2013-02-03 00:10:38
Between the crank ladder and the block
Post 612678 by JT on 2013-06-01 21:28:07
what happened to the APs Paul???
edit: noticed that looks like the rears? doh
you dont need all that on the rear, but it does look great! :)
Post 612685 by Tomcat on 2013-06-01 21:32:39
That's just showing off...
Post 612689 by Volvostorm on 2013-06-01 21:38:29
[QUOTE=JT;612678]what happened to the APs Paul???
edit: noticed that looks like the rears? doh
you dont need all that on the rear, but it does look great! :)[/QUOTE]
Well spotted! ;) Still got the AP's
[QUOTE=Tomcat;612685]That's just showing off...[/QUOTE]
I know, but it had to be done :D
Post 613192 by Volvostorm on 2013-06-03 21:09:40
Another update, two in a week!!!
Changed the leads back on standards, seems to run better now, fitted a replacement lambda sensor, and changed the main water feed to the GT30, it had started to melt! :eye-poppi
The engine has only done 3miles at the most, just order some pipe sleeving and some heat tape to wrap around the new pipe, I will not be beated by it! :D
Post 614761 by Volvostorm on 2013-06-08 20:04:21
Another day, and another post :)
Fitted new rear pads to the Brembo's, and changed the main water feed to the turbo, and its now gone back to boiling up, must have a major air lock, but I can't seem to shift it :(
Oil leak is still impressively bad, after 10mins of running I have an A5 sized oil patch, it still surging at tick-over, I think this is to do with the amount of air being pushed through the intake by the turbo, and it being on the standard ECU, tried the TT in it, it won't run at all, it was running ok on the TT before I changed the lambda, so, the map must be way out.
Just feeling abit meh at the moment, thought I was getting somewhere with her.
Post 614779 by LiamT4 on 2013-06-08 20:44:35
Sure it'll get there eventually.
Post 614802 by JT on 2013-06-08 21:35:12
IIRC,the standard TT map should be similar to original ECU
maybe there are some other problems? :(
Post 614858 by Volvostorm on 2013-06-08 23:05:57
It was running on a tweaked tuned map, think it just needs retuning, hopefully.
Could well have other problems, but you can't heard much about the turbo!
Post 614891 by JT on 2013-06-09 07:21:51
That doesn't sound good??
Post 614912 by Volvostorm on 2013-06-09 10:44:06
I'm pretty sure it has an air leak somewhere, going to spend the day trying to find it, in between the boil up sessions!
Post 615120 by Volvostorm on 2013-06-09 21:32:05
Another update! This is getting bad! :jaw:
Found the surging problem, it does have an air leak, the vac tree is broken, also, the throttle link bar between the drum and the body was setting wrong, worked fine on the standard sized body, but mine has been bored out and fitted with a flap with no plastic wedge.
We found out this by clamping the pipe between the IAC and the tree, the engine should have died or bogged down, it did neither! She now idles about 900rpm :)
As for the boiling up, this seems to be improved, probably because its no longer ticking over at 2000rpm, also did some investigating, since I have owned the car, I've never heard the cooling fan kick in, yet its never overheated :crazy:
Checked the relay, no power getting to it, after a few hours of faffing, and chasing wires, we found the power feed wasn't connected to the starter motor, it was bolted to the engine, we think because its grey at that end and not red, it looks like a earth terminal, the wire changes to red inside the plastic loom trunking.
Also found a couple of corroded wires going into the relays by the radiator, put it all back together and the fan kicks in now! Water still gets high, but I think it needs settle down now and fine its own level.
It does sound good ticking over, nice deep burble to the exhaust note. :D
Post 615124 by claymore on 2013-06-09 21:35:42
That all sounds like a positive update to me :), I've got a spare vac tree if you want it.
Post 615129 by 1112lewis on 2013-06-09 21:42:27
All sounding good now!
Post 615131 by Volvostorm on 2013-06-09 21:43:49
[QUOTE=claymore;615124]That all sounds like a positive update to me :), I've got a spare vac tree if you want it.[/QUOTE]
I feel more positive about it, Andy took her for a scoot around the yard, she goes really well :)
Thanks for the offer, I have a spare tree, but I will be needing your help, she will not run on the TT eu at all, coughs and bangs, major over-fueling, can you pop over with your laptop please?
Post 615137 by JT on 2013-06-09 21:53:01
Good news Paul, well done :B_thumb:
Post 615138 by claymore on 2013-06-09 21:55:14
[QUOTE=Pault5estate;615131]I feel more positive about it, Andy took her for a scoot around the yard, she goes really well :)
Thanks for the offer, I have a spare tree, but I will be needing your help, she will not run on the TT eu at all, coughs and bangs, major over-fueling, can you pop over with your laptop please?[/QUOTE]
I can spare a couple of hours on Saturday, if that's any good?
Post 615140 by Wobbly Dave on 2013-06-09 21:57:09
Good to hear you're on your way back.
Any progress with the crank ladder oil leak?
Post 615142 by Volvostorm on 2013-06-09 22:01:40
[QUOTE=claymore;615138]I can spare a couple of hours on Saturday, if that's any good?[/QUOTE]
That will be great, thank you :D
[QUOTE=Wobbly Dave;615140]Good to hear you're on your way back.
Any progress with the crank ladder oil leak?[/QUOTE]
Nope, not touched it, though, it was running for 15minutes outside today, and only 2 drips of oil on the floor.
Post 623794 by Volvostorm on 2013-07-08 20:32:27
Another small update, due to a lack of mojo for the thing! Any progress is now pretty much halted till at lest till after the show season, though I will drag it to a couple of show, where it can sit and look pretty.
Post 623809 by Jamest5r on 2013-07-08 20:47:55
Well get your mojo back mate, you can get little blue pills to help you Frankie told me about them :)
Post 623826 by Volvostorm on 2013-07-08 21:08:29
Probably feel better about it once I've taken it to a couple of shows. It runs, just not much in the braking department at the momet
Post 712778 by Volvostorm on 2014-05-18 22:27:44
Well, I had to really drag this up from the murky depths of the VPC ocean of threads! lol
Finally fixed the boiling problem, it was the top hose! Wasn't fitted quite right, the loop in it was too high and caused an airlock, moved it slightly, we go a hiss as the air escaped and the coolant dropped, been fine ever since :)
Next problem, was the ECU, it didn't like the TT I had for it, we could not get it to run right, kept popping and banging no matter how we set it it, ran fine on the stock ecu, but, that couldn't cope with the GT30 turbo, so, I bought Blackbeast's ecu from his V70, he had the same turbo.
Plus, it meant I could upgrade to 4.4 control :) however, the ecu had an immobilizer, thanks to Dangerous Dave, this was removed, and he added a few other tweaks, like configuring the map for my injectors (Deka 630cc)
It brings me to this stage:
https://fbcdn-video-a.akamaihd.net/hvideo-ak-prn2/v/t42.1790-2/1027124_10152451683697328_661045242_n.mp4?oh=73fa28251c22743386853da28d108107&oe=53794825&__gda__=1400457015_a9d892ada82feb93fe7641d8af4a0d6f
No Dave, I still haven't fixed the leak!
Post 712782 by Dangerous Dave on 2014-05-18 22:32:41
Nice one bud :D
Do you want the thread title changing?
Post 712787 by AndysR on 2014-05-18 22:36:58
Nice one Paul, interesting to hear you've been having issues with the TT, mine has recently been giving me some gyp, I've just had my map flashed to a normal R ecu as I can't be doing with a temperamental ecu spoiling my fun :)
Post 712789 by Volvostorm on 2014-05-18 22:38:52
[QUOTE=Dangerous Dave;712782]Nice one bud :D
Do you want the thread title changing?[/QUOTE]
Yes please! :D
Project BTCC
Thanks
Post 712790 by Volvostorm on 2014-05-18 22:40:02
[QUOTE=AndysR;712787]Nice one Paul, interesting to hear you've been having issues with the TT, mine has recently been giving me some gyp, I've just had my map flashed to a normal R ecu as I can't be doing with a temperamental ecu spoiling my fun :)[/QUOTE]
I got rid of my TT in the end!
Fairly certain mine is now MTE
Post 712791 by Dangerous Dave on 2014-05-18 22:41:13
[QUOTE=Pault5estate;712789]Yes please! :D
Project BTCC
Thanks[/QUOTE]
Done :D
Post 712793 by AndysR on 2014-05-18 22:43:49
[QUOTE=Pault5estate;712790]I got rid of my TT in the end!
Fairly certain mine is now MTE[/QUOTE]
I've still got mine, going to have it repaired then keep it as a spare/tool for mapping only. The ecu I have now is a standard 4.3 850R auto ecu which has my M.A Developments map flashed on to it, so still have the advantages of the live setup but now on a normal no TT ecu :)
Post 712796 by t5 pete on 2014-05-18 22:46:36
Awesome update paul seems a few people have problems with tt
Post 712803 by Volvostorm on 2014-05-18 23:13:24
Shame, because it help to open up the world of tuning to the 850's, without going over to the 4.4, which isn't a totally straight forward swop.
Post 717460 by Volvostorm on 2014-06-07 20:10:01
Todays BIG update!
It has passed its MOT!!!!! :bow_kneel
(And I have made 4,000 posts! :) )
Post 717464 by theflyingbrick on 2014-06-07 20:13:52
well done mate :)
Post 717465 by T5frankie on 2014-06-07 20:14:57
well done mate
Post 717495 by AndysR on 2014-06-08 00:11:01
Nice one :)
Just tax now and if you've not already sorted it insurance then it's time to enjoy :)
Post 727492 by Volvostorm on 2014-08-02 16:08:55
Small update, the Mistress has done 450miles now, apart from a few teething problems, been going well, boosts to 0.8, this is because it has no boost controller on at the moment, the compressor is linked straight to the actuator.
Even like this, she is quick! :D
Post 744605 by Volvostorm on 2014-10-25 23:17:32
Thought I'd ave a look today at the oil leak, which is getting worse, yes, its still leaking from the front of the engine, but, its not that bad, where it is pouring from, is the turbo return pipe, where it goes into the block, its not the normal Volvo type fitting, but a machined block with a thread for a union on it.
This has been pushed in to the hole, and chemical metaled in, guess where its leaking from...............................................
I need the part number for an R clutch, anybody?
RIP kit
Throttle to lower intercooler stub
Mock up of the 3" intake
Re-circ connector
Starting the air box
One for JonnyTempest ;)
Gauge holder
List of jobs to do! Not much! ;)
Some of our other cars!
Plus, do you think this will catch on?
Got sick of the boot lid hitting me on the head, so, tied it to the rafters! :P
Removed the cd changer, and tried the battery in its new home. It will be boxed in once its finished.
Bit annoyed, I found a rip in the vinyl on the drivers door, something has fell against her! :cry:
New starter motor connection point
The moment everybody has been waiting for! :shhh:
I can't get the videos to show :(
Yes, it is held up with a cable tie, need to adapt the mounts, the exhaust was off a V70R
Its getting there
As she sits in the unit
Today's progress
My assistant got cold
Turbo Tuner installed
New catch tank fitted
Where did I leave my 13mm?
I haz itchys!
Now with added lights! :D
Was screwed in when the photo was taken
Removed the bottom arms to fit poly bushes
And the moment everybody has been waiting for! :D
Then, today's highlight:
Connected speedo wiring to the ABS sensor, and fitted HD drop links
Plenty of room around the exhaust
New section made by MIJ in Walsall
Wrapped the rest of the exhaust too
Fitted W.I pump
And, finally :) had her running, this is on the stock ECU, hence she idling at 2,000rpm and keeps revving herself up
We have cleaned the area up, and pushed some sealant in to it, but I'm not expecting it to cure it.
Can the intermediate section be removed in situ? or has the engine got to come out?
Got the dash to do next!
Please excuse the volvo doing its Noo-Noo impressions!
And also a big thanks to Claymore for helping to get the tickover down from 2,000rpm to about 900 :)
I remembered why it wouldn't tick over as smooth as it did before the rebuild, its got high lift cams in it now!
Also did abit more CF wrapping :D and fitted the Momo steering wheel
Bar cleaning, the engine bay is finished
Really needs a wash now!
