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Post 504610 by V70 Graham on 2012-05-29 17:02:50
Well it's going to be a busy few weeks coming up for me, a couple of jobs that need doing will hopefully be done (with minimal agro)
Cars not looking too bad at present.....
.....but there are a few things I need to do, first up is an air con service/re gas which is booked in for tomorrow at 1700 couldn't get a Protyre near me that did air con so didn't get the £30.00 special mrp got at the weekend, still £44.99 for the guy to come round the house doesn't seem to bad.
Thursday at 0900 is the Terraclean :
http://www.vpcuk.org/forums/showthread.php?t=43629&highlight=terraclean
Got a few other little jobs in the pipeline as well ;) I'll keep you posted.
Post 504620 by oblark on 2012-05-29 17:23:07
Your car looks like it`s just come off the production line :smile:
Post 504622 by stribo on 2012-05-29 17:25:13
Good to see it without bird poo. :P
Post 504625 by M-R-P on 2012-05-29 17:30:17
Lovely, lovely car ;) Keep us posted on the aircon and terraclean thingy mate, It'll be interesting to know how that cleaning thingy affects the car.
:D
Post 504629 by V70 Graham on 2012-05-29 17:39:35
[quote=oblark;504620]Your car looks like it`s just come off the production line :smile:[/quote]
Thanks, it will still look the same.....well almost :wink:
Post 504630 by V70 Graham on 2012-05-29 17:40:19
[quote=stribo;504622]Good to see it without bird poo. :P[/quote]
Hahaha.....I dare not come anywhere near you without checking now !
Post 504631 by V70 Graham on 2012-05-29 17:42:36
[quote=martinrpeachey;504625]Lovely, lovely car ;) Keep us posted on the aircon and terraclean thingy mate, It'll be interesting to know how that cleaning thingy affects the car.
:D[/quote]
Will do, as you say it will be interesting to see if it makes much of a difference.
Post 504632 by Harvey on 2012-05-29 17:52:58
Looking great
Post 504642 by d2k on 2012-05-29 18:11:36
that is one 'pristine' motor Graham.......:smile:
be interested to hear about any improvements this 'Terraclean' system delivers..
Post 504660 by V70 Graham on 2012-05-29 18:39:17
[quote=d2k;504642]
.....be interested to hear about any improvements this 'Terraclean' system delivers.....[/quote]
Will give a full report Thursday, if you have any questions you'd like me to ask let me know.
Post 505258 by V70 Graham on 2012-05-30 21:15:29
Aircon Service :
Right, after mrp had his aircon serviced at the weekend, it got me thinking, only had the car a while but wasn't sure when the a/c was last looked at, this coupled with the Mrs (Nobber72) saying our 'other car' (Golf 2.0 TDi) "Didn't seem as cold as it used to be" had me trawling the interweb.
Our local Protyre didn't do a/c so I surveyed local company's then happened upon this lot :
http://www.wechillanycar.com/#!HOME/mainPage
I called up on Monday and was told someone could come to the house and do both cars Wednesday at 1700
Whilst out last night with my Dad he said that he had never had his a/c looked at and would I mind asking them when they arrived if they could fit his in as well.
1705 this evening Mike arrived and was very accomodating by saying the extra car wouldn't be a problem.
Now when I say a service they really do get looked at, gas is analysed, temperatures are taken, old refrigerant is removed and weighed, system is pressurised to check for leaks, vacumed to remove air and moisture, new oils are injected, system is regassed and temperatures taken again !
Luckily none of our cars had any leaks, the Volvo had 350 grams of refrigerant and 4 grams of oil, this was topped up to 800 grams and 12 grams (P2's take 1000g) ;)
The Golf had 250 grams and 1 gram, topped up to 525 grams and 10 grams
But the star of the day was my Dad's 2002 never looked at before Fiat Punto.....after 10 years it still had 320 grams and 7 grams ! topped up to 525 grams and 10 grams
To sum up Mike was a star, he has 22 years experience, explains anything and everything, and is a nice guy as well.
There are 6 of them working for the company and they cover anywhere within Greater London and the Home Counties (inc Essex ;)) Normal cost £49.99 and they will come to your home or work at a time to suit you, 2+ cars got ours down to a very reasonable £44.99 per car, full printout included, only thing to note is they don't take cards (to keep the costs down).
Overall 10/10 really couldn't fault the service.
Post 505281 by M-R-P on 2012-05-30 21:34:49
Glad you had a good result mate. It was nice having they guy pop out from time to time, giving me updates.
Big question... has it made a difference?
Post 505359 by V70 Graham on 2012-05-30 22:29:31
[quote=martinrpeachey;505281]
Big question... has it made a difference?[/quote]
Big difference, I had under half the amount of refrigerant I should have, nice and cold now, and in the Mrs good books ;)
Post 505392 by M-R-P on 2012-05-30 23:11:05
That's what counts... brownie points to be collected upon later...
Post 505471 by V70 Graham on 2012-05-31 11:35:14
Terraclean
Ok as some of you know I was booked in the is morning at 0900 at Performance Tuning in Stoke Poges nr Slough for the V70 to have the Terraclean treatment, here's how I got on.....
Pulled into Jags place and was met by Geoffrey, waiting for me, he guided me into the garage and set to work.
He already knew from working on doorman's car that he needed to disconnect the fuel pump from the tank so it was a simple boot empty and undo the wiring.
He then set to work under the bonnet connecting the Terraclean machine to the fuel rail with an adaptor whilst pressurising the machine and attaching the 'magic' cans.
When the machine was ready it was connected to the car and the engine was started.....and that was it !
Now all we had to do was wait.....
The whole process once the car was connected and running took about 25 mins, and it was during this time I asked Geoffrey a few questions, he seemed very knowledgeable and even admitted he seemed dubious that the system worked when he first started using it !
They have had their machine for about 6 months now and since the 'Wheeler Dealer' programme this side of their work has increased and he has 6 in total to do today, they cover petrol and deisel engines and the prices are as follows :
Petrol under 2 litres : £75.00 plus vat
Petrol over 2 litres : £95.00 plus vat
Diesel cars and small vans : £95.00 plus vat
Diesel large vans/trucks : poa
I asked him if a simple injector clean in conjunction with using 'V-Power' would achieve the same results, to which he replied that the Terraclean system is quicker and there is no risk of damaging any injectors (whilst removing etc) along with the fact that it cleans them just as well.
One point to note is that they don't have an emissions machine on site, though he did say if I wanted a proper before and after we could run down to the local MOT garage and have readings taken, at this point the fuel pump had been disconnected and the machine set up so I didn't bother, though he was quite happy to do so should I have wished.
Another point I brought up was that on older engines with increased wear was there a risk of leaks/damage to the engine once all the carbon had been removed, I was told that they have used the machine on several older cars with no problems and Terraclean themselves will repair any damage caused by the process.
Ah but that Jag on the programme was cold I said, the cats didn't have time to warm up and start to work properly ;) though I had him there, till he said that they recommend that the process is done on an engine where everything has had time to warm up.
Once the machine had finished it's witchcraft, it was disconnected, fuel pump plugged back in and the boot trims put back in place, payment was made, less a healthy discount of £20.00 for my trouble turning up last week when they were having problems with a BMW and I had to re-schedule.
Now for the drive home, had it made ANY difference ?
Well the answer to that has to be a big YES
Now my engine has only done 59,000 miles and the car was running very well before the treatment, but as soon as I got onto the main road I noticed a big improvement in throttle response, everytime I touched the pedal there seemed to be an instant reply, car was pulling better all through the range, I was impressed.
Obviously it's too early to tell if there is any improvement in fuel economy, I will keep a close eye on that and report back soon.
To sum up, would I recommend you have this done to your car, yes I would, I can also recommend Performance Tuning UK who also service/tune/remap all makes of car :
http://www.performancetuninguk.co.uk/index.html
Overall 9/10 maybe an on site emissions testing machine, otherwise a very professional set up.
Post 505483 by M-R-P on 2012-05-31 12:12:34
Good writeup there Graham. It's definitely something I could do in the future, when Ive worked out my little clutch problem
Post 505485 by timbo on 2012-05-31 12:13:56
Graham, thanks for this review mate, top write up! Helped me make my mind up as mines got 190K on the clock! Might take the stress out of MOT (emissions test) time! And if a few extra ponies/MPG's are released into the deal its a no-brainer!
Post 505501 by y2blade on 2012-05-31 13:04:49
Great write-up Graham, thanks
Post 505508 by oblark on 2012-05-31 13:29:04
[quote=martinrpeachey;505483]Good writeup there Graham. It's definitely something I could do in the future, when Ive worked out my little clutch problem[/quote]
Aren't you going to let me loose on your engine & box ? :)
Post 505512 by M-R-P on 2012-05-31 13:44:54
Tempting mate, waiting on a few more quotes.
Are you sure you'd want to? P2s have bigger, heavier bits with more wires to contend with. Won't be as simple as an 850 clutch:(
Post 505518 by oblark on 2012-05-31 14:29:30
[quote=martinrpeachey;505512]Tempting mate, waiting on a few more quotes.
Are you sure you'd want to? P2s have bigger, heavier bits with more wires to contend with. Won't be as simple as an 850 clutch:([/quote]
I like a challenge :)
Post 505538 by M-R-P on 2012-05-31 15:12:14
[quote=oblark;505518]I like a challenge :)[/quote]
Brave lad lol.
Just had a quote from a "sensible" garage... £1180!
I'll be in touch lol.
Post 505565 by Rnash2002 on 2012-05-31 16:24:09
Great write up,think we need someone to get a rolling road print out of before and after the treatment just to see if you will gain any power lol.
Post 505567 by Harvey on 2012-05-31 16:25:43
[quote=martinrpeachey;505538]Brave lad lol.
Just had a quote from a "sensible" garage... £1180!
I'll be in touch lol.[/quote]
Think you should put a pound in the pot every time you here that air filter of yours have the money in no time at all.
Job is so much easier on a 2 post ramp.
Post 505605 by V70 Graham on 2012-05-31 18:03:30
Gotta go out soon.....;)
Post 505691 by V70 Graham on 2012-05-31 20:37:11
I'm back.....
Post 505694 by oblark on 2012-05-31 20:45:29
Oh...... you went for the silver........ not gay blue :)
They look the dogs bits :):):)
Post 505724 by V70 Graham on 2012-05-31 21:51:23
[quote=oblark;505694]Oh...... you went for the silver........ not gay blue :)
They look the dogs bits :):):)[/quote]
I only know one man who can pull off 'gay blue' wheels :wink:
Post 505748 by t5steve on 2012-05-31 22:13:30
nice looking wheels graham...........will make car look even better........
Post 505775 by M-R-P on 2012-05-31 23:15:53
Wow! they look stunning Graham :D
So good, I'll overlook the "gay blue" comments rofl!
Really though,
Doggy's doo-dahs!
Well done mate, they'll look epic on your car with the ************* you have planned *** *** ***. and I hope that the ********* ****** are a complete *******!
;)
Post 505776 by V70 Graham on 2012-05-31 23:20:19
[quote=martinrpeachey;505775]Well done mate, they'll look epic on your car with the ************* you have planned *** *** ***. and I hope that the ********* ****** are a complete *******!
;)[/quote]
:confused: Don't think anyone will make any sense out of that.....you even have me confused lol
Post 505789 by childs3787 on 2012-05-31 23:50:15
Just been on eBay and saw a listing for terraclean at a garage.
It might be of use to those thinking about it and is cheap too.
Item number is 270978324456.
Post 505803 by Harvey on 2012-06-01 00:55:27
[quote=V70 Graham;505691]I'm back.....
[/quote]
Hi it's ok for you to bring bits of the car indoors ,my misses won't have any of that ,well if she see it going on ,must say they do look nice and five of them as well
Post 505804 by Harvey on 2012-06-01 00:57:27
[quote=V70 Graham;505776]:confused: Don't think anyone will make any sense out of that.....you even have me confused lol[/quote]
This time Martin has lost me !!!!!!!!!'!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! To.
Post 505850 by V70 Graham on 2012-06-01 08:58:45
[quote=childs3787;505789]Just been on eBay and saw a listing for terraclean at a garage.
It might be of use to those thinking about it and is cheap too.
Item number is 270978324456.[/quote]
Seems ok, though it's just for a car up to 2 litres.
Post 505851 by V70 Graham on 2012-06-01 09:00:24
[quote=Harvey;505803]Hi it's ok for you to bring bits of the car indoors ,my misses won't have any of that ,well if she see it going on ,must say they do look nice and five of them as well[/quote]
Used some of the brownie points up lol
Post 505852 by V70 Graham on 2012-06-01 09:01:17
[quote=Harvey;505804]This time Martin has lost me !!!!!!!!!'!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! To.[/quote]
Hahaha I know what he means.....watch this space :wink:
Post 505854 by M-R-P on 2012-06-01 09:02:26
[quote=Harvey;505804]This time Martin has lost me !!!!!!!!!'!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! To.[/quote]
Cryptic cretin strikes again lol.
Post 510224 by V70 Graham on 2012-06-10 23:51:37
Bushes and brakes
Well I've been a busy boy today, took a trip down South to Poole to visit MRP who was kind enough to help me with a couple more jobs on the car, first up was the polybushing of the wishbones, we started with something like this.....
.....and after a bit of cleaning, swearing and hanging from a vice we ended up with something like this.....
Now when I say the ride home was different I really mean it, for something so small these bushes really do make a difference, the steering felt tighter with a lot more feedback through the steering wheel, if you have not done this mod then I can thoroughly recommend it.
While the wheels were off I though it would be a good time to see to the brakes, so I replaced all 4 discs and fitted new pads, Pagid throughout, along with bleeding the system, again I felt the benefit straight away, no more spongey pedal for me :biggrin:
Now, while the wheels were off, it would have been rude of me not to show my calipers some tlc so they FINALLY got the coat of paint they needed.
Front :
Rears :
I must just say a BIG thank you to Martin, without whom I wouldn't have even started the job, the use of his tools, Father-in-laws drive and experience was invaluable, I had a great day and learnt a lot (and some new words) from someone who is a valued member of this forum and a great mate :beer:
Now just time for a few hours sleep.....gotta be at the tyre shop at 0830 ;)
Post 510240 by Harvey on 2012-06-11 00:25:36
Looking great that's what I call a good days work and some,even better when the wheels go on,then it's no curb crawling or it's £50 fine.
Post 510271 by M-R-P on 2012-06-11 08:23:59
Haha the more blood and bad language that goes into a car, the faster it goes!
a thoroughly productive, educational and entertaining day :) (Graham has the patients of a saint btw)
Spattered with a few wtf moments to make it a bit more interesting lol ;)
I can even say, Graham's car is as clean and tidy underneath as it is on top (although it does need a clean now to get all my sticky fingerprints off it lol).
I'll post a couple of extra pics later :D
Post 510315 by BIG G on 2012-06-11 12:50:38
The comets look so much better, the car stands out much more! Enjoy m8
Post 510317 by claymore on 2012-06-11 12:55:26
Finishes the car off perfectly.
Post 510328 by V70 Graham on 2012-06-11 13:19:41
[quote=martinrpeachey;510321]Looks absolutely stunning. could do with a little something tho...
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/4-x-VOLVO-WHEEL-CENTRE-CAP-BADGEs-440-S70-V70-S80-XC90-/280508601841?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item414f9d95f1[/quote]
Oi MRP.....lol told you I'm quite liking the black so far.....maybe later :biggrin:
Post 510331 by M-R-P on 2012-06-11 13:25:33
:hilarious
Post 510534 by t5steve on 2012-06-11 19:19:24
wheels look very nice graham............as does the rest of the work done...........well done all involved
Post 510546 by V70 Graham on 2012-06-11 19:26:11
[quote=t5steve;510534]wheels look very nice graham............as does the rest of the work done...........well done all involved[/quote]
Thanks mate, I'm still popping to the window every half hour to admire them......is that sad lol
Post 510559 by Harvey on 2012-06-11 19:34:52
Very very nice,brake disc's & calipers the overall affect is spot on.
I think you can have this weekend off for all that effort. thats gone it to it.
Post 510561 by oblark on 2012-06-11 19:35:28
Those are wheels look good............... looking forward to seeing the car at the next southern softies meet :biggrin:
Post 510649 by Kingsford G on 2012-06-11 20:39:56
So u took my advose on the wheels mate and the callys done too.Looking great mate,massive diff.Looking forward seeing he in flesh.
Post 510758 by V70 Graham on 2012-06-11 21:38:23
[quote=Kingsford G;510649]So u took my advose on the wheels mate and the callys done too.Looking great mate,massive diff.Looking forward seeing he in flesh.[/quote]
Hopefully you'll get to see her on Sunday at North Weald :B_thumb:
Post 510764 by t5steve on 2012-06-11 21:41:33
[quote=V70 Graham;510546]Thanks mate, I'm still popping to the window every half hour to admire them......is that sad lol[/quote]
very very sad..................but so would i..............made a nice car nicer
Post 510819 by merc85 on 2012-06-11 22:26:57
No NO NO im not AT ALL JELLOUS!!! lol much
You gonna run her at north weald??
Post 511043 by V70 Graham on 2012-06-12 16:19:22
[quote=merc85;510819]
.....you gonna run her at north weald??[/quote]
Of course.....run her right alongside t5steve's car and park up to watch you lot ;)
Post 511325 by t5steve on 2012-06-12 22:44:13
[quote=V70 Graham;511043]Of course.....run her right alongside t5steve's car and park up to watch you lot ;)[/quote]
i'm gonna bring a stove/kettle/tea/coffee/etc.............and a chair to sit on
Post 520458 by V70 Graham on 2012-07-04 11:32:22
Headache gone !
Took a drive Monday to drop the car at a little garage in Smethwick some of you may have heard of.....GRN Motors run by Benny with a little help from a certain Chad :biggrin:
Why go so far from home you may ask, well as some of you know I have had a problem with a rattle in the top left hand (n/s) corner of my dash for some time now, MRP kindly 'expertly' fitted a piece of card between the dash and window which did get rid of a lot of the knocking but it was still there.....driving me mad.
Speaking with Chad a few weeks ago he said that he and Benny were familiar with the mounting tab problem of a tab breaking and would be willing to have a look to see if it could be glued back, easy enough.....noooo upon removing the old dashboard it was discovered that the tab had broken into quite a few pieces and also the dash where the tab had to be glued was cracking in quite a few places.....but then my luck changed.
They actually had a C70 that they were breaking and upon inspection the lower dash from it was in excellent condition :D
Fast forward to today and I have just got home from collecting the car and wow what a great job has been done, no more creaks or knocks, everything back together and working as it should.
Dashboard stripped, I am soooo glad I wasn't around to see this, looking at the picture makes my stomach turn lol
Cracked dashboard and shattered mounting tab.....held together by the felt and a lot of luck !
How she looks now, clean and tidy, just how I like her, steering wheel and heating controls straight (for you stribo) :wink:
Whilst with the guy's I had them fit one of these.....
http://www.carputer-shop.co.uk/ipod-iphone-kits-c-1/volvo-ipod-iphone-bluetooth-integration-kit-p-49?zenid=493567b36a0766138380919ab1ea686a
.....and I must say I am really impressed, added the bluetooth module so I can stream my Spotify collection via my iPhone, plus have handsfree calling as a bonus, again expertly fitted by Benny with no wiring on show, just how I like it.
So Graham's a very happy bunny today, thanks to Chad and Benny :worship:
These are two of the nicest guys I have met in a long while, and with a wicked sense of humour, nothing was too much trouble, thank you Gentlemen
Post 520461 by Chad on 2012-07-04 11:37:55
Glad your happy with the service and job mate.
Post 520463 by volvokid on 2012-07-04 11:57:15
I have a bit of a creek from my one from that point, I may have to investigate
Post 520468 by M-R-P on 2012-07-04 13:02:41
Pleased for ya mate. That looks like a job I'd have left to the experts too.
Well done guys, looks like you did a tidy job there.
:beer:
Post 520475 by oblark on 2012-07-04 13:32:19
[quote=V70 Graham;520458]Headache gone !
Cracked dashboard and shattered mounting tab.....held together by the felt and a lot of luck !
[/quote]
Is that the bracket that Martin broke ? :smile:
Post 520497 by V70 Graham on 2012-07-04 15:45:02
[quote=oblark;520475]Is that the bracket that Martin broke ? :smile:[/quote]
Hahahaha nope, it was already broke, he just wedged the card in between the windscreen and dash to ease the noise a little :wink:
Post 521763 by GRN Motors on 2012-07-08 18:11:32
Hello Graham,
Its good hear you're happy with the Job.
Benny
Post 521884 by t5steve on 2012-07-08 21:56:03
i bet you're as happy as a pig in s##t.................well done to all involved.............and isn't it satisfying to fix a long term problem..........
Post 521899 by V70 Graham on 2012-07-08 22:17:05
[quote=t5steve;521884]i bet you're as happy as a pig in s##t.................well done to all involved.............and isn't it satisfying to fix a long term problem..........[/quote]
Oh I am, car is running really well, everything sorted, that rattle/knocking was kinda getting on my nerves, glad it's sorted once and for all.
Post 523470 by V70 Graham on 2012-07-13 10:38:02
Sun actually came out this morning so up with the bonnet and out with the shiny paint.....now just waiting for the man from TNT to deliver my ;)
Post 523484 by M-R-P on 2012-07-13 11:19:36
Looking nice.
could do with some silver on the head - go, pull the spark plug cover off it and get busy lol.
Gonna look superb with the __________ fitted too ;)
Post 523489 by V70 Graham on 2012-07-13 11:34:24
Right on cue the nice man from TNT delivered this.....any ideas ?
Post 523491 by oblark on 2012-07-13 11:40:23
Strut Brace ?
Post 523492 by V70 Graham on 2012-07-13 11:50:52
[quote=oblark;523491]Strut Brace ?[/quote]
:B_thumb: Spot on, now can I get it fitted for Sunday.....
Post 523503 by V70 Graham on 2012-07-13 13:20:53
[quote=martinrpeachey;523484]Looking nice.
could do with some silver on the head - go, pull the spark plug cover off it and get busy lol.
Gonna look superb with the __________ fitted too ;)[/quote]
Your wish is my command.....I hope this meets with your approval :wink:
Post 523504 by V70 Graham on 2012-07-13 13:22:17
My my is that the time.....where's my key's, where's my phone :band:
Post 523509 by M-R-P on 2012-07-13 13:37:57
[quote=V70 Graham;523503]Your wish is my command.....I hope this meets with your approval :wink:
[/quote]
Battery needs a clean lol.
Post 523543 by Chad on 2012-07-13 15:01:10
that looks very nice Graham.
Post 523551 by childs3787 on 2012-07-13 15:08:46
Dont want to steal anyones thunder but thought I would inform members that I have had Terraclean done on a Volvo 850 T5 as well as a T5R.
T5R was then taken to Germany and was getting 26mpg driving through towns avoiding all motorways to get a results from fuel economy.
I had the terraclean done at Grease junkies in Bracknell which just for reference is the garage owned by Ed China from the T.V show Wheeler Dealers and the studio is next door to the garage. Terraclean cost £80 each car and was quick and easy and emissions were tested before during and after system was run. Results were amazing.
After system was run emissions kept dropping all the time going from an instant M.O.T FAILURE to a PASS with flying colours.
If that's not worth £80 then I dont know what is.
Post 523553 by childs3787 on 2012-07-13 15:12:54
Dont want to steal anyones thunder but thought I would inform members that I have had Terraclean done on a Volvo 850 T5 as well as a T5R.
T5R was then taken to Germany and was getting 26mpg driving through towns avoiding all motorways to get a results from fuel economy.
I had the terraclean done at Grease junkies in Bracknell which just for reference is the garage owned by Ed China from the T.V show Wheeler Dealers and the studio is next door to the garage. Terraclean cost £80 each car and was quick and easy and emissions were tested before during and after system was run. Results were amazing.
After system was run emissions kept dropping all the time going from an instant M.O.T FAILURE to a PASS with flying colours.
If that's not worth £80 then I dont know what is.
Post 523762 by V70 Graham on 2012-07-13 22:53:47
Well I had the day off so I thought it only polite to go for a run in the car and drop in and see MRP.....while there we fitted a quick shift kit, strut brace and had a general clean around the engine bay (inc battery lol) ready for Sunday.
Must say the quick shift really makes a difference, reducing the 'throw' of the gear lever by nearly half, the strut brace stiffens the car up nicely throwing the car into corners, overall a good afternoons work.
Thanks again to Martin, without whom my car would not be half as good as it is.....thanks mate :beer:
Only bad point to note is on the way home the car's odometer passed 60,000 miles, is there much mileage left in the old girl ;)
Right on with the pics.....
Quick shift plate fitted.....
.....and the end result, after fitting the strut brace and having a 'clean up'.....what you recon ?
Post 523778 by M-R-P on 2012-07-13 23:09:23
as always, I enjoyed (almost) every minute.
your car feels epic, stiff, precise yet still really comfy.
I swear the bloody thing hates me though lol.
Seariously tho, she's a truely superb example of a performance Volvo and a credit to you mate.
Has she earned herself a name yet? been meaning to ask...
Post 523784 by V70 Graham on 2012-07-13 23:13:13
[quote=martinrpeachey;523778]
.....has she earned herself a name yet? been meaning to ask...[/quote]
Still struggling with that, open to suggestions lol, still trying to think of a replacement for 'Senior Member' and that was 800+ posts ago !
Post 523785 by M-R-P on 2012-07-13 23:16:42
ooooh..
last time I heard that mentioned, I thought Ann was referring to you pmsl!
Apparantly, she has to be named, by a woman and unintentionally.
Post 523786 by Kingsford G on 2012-07-13 23:17:02
U getting naughty every day Graham lol nice work there and looking better by a day
Post 523852 by oblark on 2012-07-14 08:55:35
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;523762]
Quick shift plate fitted.....
[/QUOTE]
Doesn`t that bolt rub on the air box :eye-poppi
Post 523857 by V70 Graham on 2012-07-14 09:00:21
[QUOTE=oblark;523852]Doesn`t that bolt rub on the air box :eye-poppi[/QUOTE]
Good spot Rob, the photo was taken before replacing the airbox, and it did indeed rub, after aquiring some bolt cutters (dont ask) and a bit of swearing, everything is working fine with no rubbing.
Post 523873 by M-R-P on 2012-07-14 09:20:11
My bloody shoulders don't 'arf hurt this morning lol.
Graham, you should have said "Naah, it misses the Viper Kit completely" lol
That'll get em going.
Right, gotta go clean the Sweed...
Post 529296 by V70 Graham on 2012-08-07 20:01:03
Had the old girl MOT'd yesterday, passed with only 1 advisory : Nearside Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint, uprated items arrived from PFV this afternoon :wink:
Was looking at the 'Exhaust Emissions Test Results' and saw the following :
HC (ppm) Max Limit 200 Actual Value 7
CO (% vol) Max Limit 0.300 Actual Value 0.008
Now to me these figures seem very low, does anyone think this can be down to the 'Terraclean' I had done on 31.05.12 if so maybe some of the claims do hold up, would be interesing to hear if anyone else has any 'Exhaust Emission Test Results' to compare with.
Post 529311 by stribo on 2012-08-07 20:30:11
The R's HC value was 0 , can't remember the CO figure.
Post 529357 by M-R-P on 2012-08-07 22:53:20
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;529296]Had the old girl MOT'd yesterday, passed with only 1 advisory : Nearside Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint, uprated items arrived from PFV this afternoon :wink:
Was looking at the 'Exhaust Emissions Test Results' and saw the following :
HC (ppm) Max Limit 200 Actual Value 7
CO (% vol) Max Limit 0.300 Actual Value 0.008
Now to me these figures seem very low, does anyone think this can be down to the 'Terraclean' I had done on 31.05.12 if so maybe some of the claims do hold up, would be interesing to hear if anyone else has any 'Exhaust Emission Test Results' to compare with.[/QUOTE]
Here's mine with 180+k on her - they said she was bloody good for her mileage...
As I've said, repeatedly, your car is a sublime example. ;)
Post 529388 by vaderboyo on 2012-08-08 00:39:43
looks smart does that
Post 529425 by V70 Graham on 2012-08-08 14:32:32
[QUOTE=martinrpeachey;529357].....they said she was bloody good for her mileage.....
[/QUOTE]
Exacty what the bloke said about mine, he hadn't seen one in as good gondition for years !
Post 565085 by LeeT5 on 2013-01-22 19:53:53
One thing i will say is that i cant understand why your mechanic that did the terraclean felt the need to strip out the rear to get to the fuel pump?? All he had to do was pull out the fuel pump fuse to disable it!
Post 565161 by V70 Graham on 2013-01-22 21:50:17
[QUOTE=LeeT5;565085]One thing i will say is that i cant understand why your mechanic that did the terraclean felt the need to strip out the rear to get to the fuel pump?? All he had to do was pull out the fuel pump fuse to disable it![/QUOTE]
Taking out the fuse also kills the spark, post #31 of this thread.....
http://www.vpcuk.org/forums/showthread.php?43629-Terraclean-system-as-seen-Wheeler-Dealers/page2&highlight=terraclean
Post 565164 by hybriduno on 2013-01-22 21:52:40
Awesome work graham! it's a credit to you! (and m-r-p) lol
Post 565183 by M-R-P on 2013-01-22 22:20:31
All I can say is, I'd rather work on graham's car than my own sometimes. It's like the car they have in mechanic's classes where it's been dismantled and reassembled so many times, everything comes apart like it should, without snapping/bending bolts or rusty fittings. Utterly wonderful to tinker-with.
Looks great too ;)
Post 565191 by Kingsford G on 2013-01-22 22:26:29
[QUOTE=M-R-P;565183]All I can say is, I'd rather work on graham's car than my own sometimes. It's like the car they have in mechanic's classes where it's been dismantled and reassembled so many times, everything comes apart like it should, without snapping/bending bolts or rusty fittings. Utterly wonderful to tinker-with.
Looks great too ;)[/QUOTE]
U should buy 1 Martin.
Post 567257 by V70 Graham on 2013-01-28 15:11:04
Right, just a little update on a few things I've been doing to the car recently, first was an Optiflow Induction kit, kindly fitted by M-R-P at the 'Southern Softies' meet last Sunday.....
Post 567258 by V70 Graham on 2013-01-28 15:12:49
Today saw the braided brake lines go on, along with a bleed I've noticed a difference to the pedal, now feels a lot firmer, you really can't beat the price either £57.00 on eBay.
Post 567260 by V70 Graham on 2013-01-28 15:16:36
Finally I swapped the sidelight bulbs from LED's to normal 501's (no not the jeans :biggrin:)
I felt the car 'stood out' a little coming up behind people and wanted it to blend in more, I know the bulbs are a little weak, but I think it looks ok, any thoughts ?
From this.....
To this.....
Post 567266 by M-R-P on 2013-01-28 15:25:41
Glad you felt a difference with the brake lines mate.
You could do with slightly brighter sidelight bulbs but the colour match looks better.
Post 567268 by oblark on 2013-01-28 15:27:38
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;567257]Right, just a little update on a few things I've been doing to the car recently, first was an Optiflow Induction kit, kindly fitted by M-R-P at the 'Southern Softies' meet last Sunday.....
[/QUOTE]
We all had a go to get the filter on the maf and if it wasn't for my idea to use some lubricant on the filter it would have been fitted.
It was a joint effort :)
Post 567270 by V70 Graham on 2013-01-28 15:29:17
[QUOTE=oblark;567268]We all had a go to get the filter on the maf and if it wasn't for my idea to use some lubricant on the filter it would have been fitted.
It was a joint effort :)[/QUOTE]
Your right Rob, it was a pig to get on, and I think nearly everyone at the meet had a go in the end :B_thumb:
Post 567271 by M-R-P on 2013-01-28 15:33:51
[QUOTE=oblark;567268]We all had a go to get the filter on the maf and if it wasn't for my idea to use some lubricant on the filter it would have been fitted.
It was a joint effort :)[/QUOTE]
Very true. I really thought that the collar on that filter was slippery enough but the juice from the end of Graham's dipstick really made a difference ;)
And to think - I was ready to pull it all off and put the airbox back on...
Post 567278 by oblark on 2013-01-28 15:42:11
With age comes wisdom :)
Post 567281 by V70 Graham on 2013-01-28 15:44:01
[QUOTE=oblark;567278]With age comes wisdom :)[/QUOTE]
You must be well wise innit :wink:
Post 567287 by LeeT5 on 2013-01-28 16:09:33
Are you sure the brake pedal feel was not down to the fact that to fit the brake lines you would of (or the garage would of) had to bleed the brakes, this in itself would have made a BIG difference. Not meaning to burst your bubble or anything Graham, but standard oe brake lines on your Volvo would be braided internally anyway. Perhaps i should change to braided on my car (knowing that they were only bled 4 months ago and system filled with Dot 5.1 ATE Blue) and then see if i notice any difference...
..interesting....
Post 567289 by LeeT5 on 2013-01-28 16:11:28
Regarding the lights, you should of kept the led side lights and fitted 6000k HIDs on your dipped beams.
Post 567292 by V70 Graham on 2013-01-28 16:16:18
[QUOTE=LeeT5;567287]Are you sure the brake pedal feel was not down to the fact that to fit the brake lines you would of (or the garage would of) had to bleed the brakes, this in itself would have made a BIG difference. Not meaning to burst your bubble or anything Graham, but standard oe brake lines on your Volvo would be braided internally anyway. Perhaps i should change to braided on my car (knowing that they were only bled 4 months ago and system filled with Dot 5.1 ATE Blue) and then see if i notice any difference...
..interesting....[/QUOTE]
Lee, of course you are right, I would have imagined the bleed made the most difference and I have updated the post accordingly.....my intention was not to mislead anyone, but for the price I thought it worthwhile all the same, and they should last a fair while.
Post 567300 by iancho on 2013-01-28 16:31:38
Graham what a lovely motor you have and a very nice thread to go with it! :)
Your new BSR opti-flow system looks clean and tidy and gives your engine bay some added male testosterone and always pleasing to the eye when you open the bonnet :)
I bet you loving the 'chatter' the cone filter is making! lol.
Your new braided brake lines look very smart i nearly got the same but decided to go for Orange instead with a different company and i have to say that they have not made a damn bit of difference! lol
Post 567335 by martybelfastt5 on 2013-01-28 18:04:25
car looks soo fresh! well done.
Post 567366 by Kingsford G on 2013-01-28 18:45:18
Well done mate,she`s getting better every time.
Post 572847 by V70 Graham on 2013-02-13 11:48:25
Tomorrows job will be fitting whatever came in this.....
Post 573323 by BIG G on 2013-02-14 14:29:34
That's good graham, it's these little bits and bobs that make the diff in the appearance. :-)
Post 573335 by stribo on 2013-02-14 14:38:33
Not bad, but they should have said "Driving Miss Daisy" along the bottom. :P
Post 573616 by iancho on 2013-02-15 07:05:00
Very nice Graham... Love the wording across the bottom! :B_thumb:
She will be looking good for Saturday mate... Martin just has to pull his finger out and get cleaning the Big Swede now!
Post 573772 by V70 Graham on 2013-02-15 16:58:37
I've been busy again today, can anyone spot what I've been up to.....
Post 573777 by t5 pete on 2013-02-15 16:59:54
that looks lovley well worth the money
Post 573780 by iancho on 2013-02-15 17:04:12
Thats really nice Graham no wonder Martin has been so quite on here today lol
I do think that looks very good and not over the top either.... looking good for saturday now mate :smile:
Martin may as well sleep at yours tonight lol
Post 573782 by T5frankie on 2013-02-15 17:06:54
looking good mate
Post 573784 by V70 Graham on 2013-02-15 17:09:50
[QUOTE=iancho;573780]Thats really nice Graham no wonder Martin has been so quite on here today lol
I do think that looks very good and not over the top either.... looking good for saturday now mate :smile:
Martin may as well sleep at yours tonight lol[/QUOTE]
Saved Martin a job and took it down the indie, good job too, was a very tight fit, seems to pick up quicker now, and sounds very nice :smile:
Post 577780 by V70 Graham on 2013-02-24 19:36:10
Changed my bulbs (again) today, think I've finally found a nice White dipped beam bulb to match the LED side lights.....
After reading various review went with the Philips BlueVision ultra - Xenon ultimate effect (road legal) @ £19.95 a pair, they even include a pair of matching 501's in the pack as well :B_thumb:
Post 577793 by M-R-P on 2013-02-24 19:58:19
With no visible blue too. A very nice white light.
They look good in those projectors.
Post 577876 by iancho on 2013-02-25 05:39:42
They look very good Graham I might get some of those myself as mine are far to bright on dipped beam... Have you tried them at night?
Post 577914 by V70 Graham on 2013-02-25 11:13:06
[QUOTE=iancho;577876]They look very good Graham I might get some of those myself as mine are far to bright on dipped beam... [COLOR="#FF0000"]Have you tried them at night?[/COLOR][/QUOTE]
Was getting dark on the way back from the 'Softies' meet yesterday, quite impressed nice white light with decent beam length, recommended.
Post 578209 by LeeT5 on 2013-02-26 12:50:15
Graham, I think you should have put that £20 towards a set of hids. Your light output would have been alot more and the beam cut off on your lights is razor sharp! They are the same lights that I had on my laser R. Set of hids 35w are only £40 now delivered.
I have some really good pictures of what yours would look like with 6000k 35w hids if you want me to post?
Post 578210 by M-R-P on 2013-02-26 12:53:41
[QUOTE=LeeT5;578209]Graham, I think you should have put that £20 towards a set of hids. Your light output would have been alot more and the beam cut off on your lights is razor sharp! They are the same lights that I had on my laser R. Set of hids 35w are only £40 now delivered.[/QUOTE]
£18 from Hong Kong mate ;)
Graham didn't want to go for HIDs with those lights (he's funny like that lol)
Post 578216 by T5frankie on 2013-02-26 13:55:21
I got a set for 18 quid delivered from the Uk and brand new
Post 578220 by V70 Graham on 2013-02-26 14:08:02
'Dyno champion'.....what's that all about lol
Post 578234 by T5frankie on 2013-02-26 15:01:59
Did I not win?
Post 578235 by WOODY T5 on 2013-02-26 15:04:27
Yeah this once.
Post 578249 by T5frankie on 2013-02-26 16:15:35
[QUOTE=WOODY T5;578235]Yeah this once.[/QUOTE]
lol at only 12 psi too, usually run 18psi
Post 578291 by stribo on 2013-02-26 18:28:24
Should be 2wd dyno champion, things would have been a lot different if the 4WD rollers had been working.
Post 578368 by V70 Graham on 2013-02-26 21:05:05
Didn't know there were 'projector' bulbs, you gonna post me up a link to a DECENT kit then ?
Post 578465 by LeeT5 on 2013-02-27 12:12:43
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;578368]Didn't know there were 'projector' bulbs, you gonna post me up a link to a DECENT kit then ?[/QUOTE]
There not 'projector' bulbs mate, it's YOUR headlights that are projectors. The oe headlamp before you replaced yours was a reflector type. You current headlamps are Projector type. You must make sure you use the correct type of bulb, if not then they will look crap. Its often the mistake all the chavs make in there corsas, puntos and the like make. They fit the wrong 'type' of bulb and all you get is loads of glare and un metered light, hense why the little tw ats blind you.
Your bulbs will be either H7 or H1. You must search for H* 35w HID kit on eBay.
To be honest, as yours are projector lamps then you wont have a problem.
many places sell in Uk now, so no need to buy from China.
Post 578486 by V70 Graham on 2013-02-27 14:40:50
Thanks for that Lee, I didn't mean projector bulbs as such, just that I didn't know there were bulbs specifically for projector lamps. I'll have to look into this :)
Post 580257 by V70 Graham on 2013-03-04 10:18:20
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;578486]Thanks for that Lee, I didn't mean projector bulbs as such, just that I didn't know there were bulbs specifically for projector lamps. [COLOR="#FF0000"]I'll have to look into this[/COLOR] :)[/QUOTE]
Looked into it, sounds good but my headlights don't self level any more and only one headlight washer works :cry:
Post 580260 by stribo on 2013-03-04 10:30:34
Do the projectors not have levelling? Only one headlight washer, that's what you get from owning an old banger.:P
Post 580261 by V70 Graham on 2013-03-04 10:36:09
[QUOTE=stribo;580260]Do the projectors not have levelling? Only one headlight washer, that's what you get from owning an old banger.:P[/QUOTE]
The projectors can of course be levelled, it's just the self-levelling system (from the wheel on the dash switch) does not operate, and yeah I think only one washer works.
Suppose I could always change back to 'normal' bulbs come MOT time.
Post 580262 by stribo on 2013-03-04 10:39:55
Yeah, I assume the projectors level can be altered, but your saying there's no electric adjustment facility on them are you? TBH I don't think an MOT tester would fail a car on this alone, as there are plenty of Cougars with aftermarket HID's but none have wash wipe facility for the headlamps, and I've not heard of one failing yet.
Post 580263 by M-R-P on 2013-03-04 10:41:39
I don't think it's weather or not it has wash/wipe, but if there's HIDs involved, if wash/wipe is fitted, it must work.
Post 580264 by V70 Graham on 2013-03-04 10:44:14
[QUOTE=stribo;580262]Yeah, I assume the projectors level can be altered, but your saying [COLOR="#FF0000"]there's no electric adjustment facility on them are you?[/COLOR] TBH I don't think an MOT tester would fail a car on this alone, as there are plenty of Cougars with aftermarket HID's but none have [COLOR="#FF0000"]wash wipe facility for the headlamps[/COLOR], and I've not heard of one failing yet.[/QUOTE]
Suppose your right, the 'Projector' headlamps have no facility to self level, even though the car has a switch, which could of course be blanked off :B_thumb:
Washer could be a duff connection or faulty motor, maybe a scrappy job or maybe even remove and blank them off too I suppose.
Post 580265 by stribo on 2013-03-04 10:46:10
HID's need wash or wipe or both to keep the lenses clean eitherwise the beam pattern's all over the place, also dirt on the lens can cause a hotspot.
Post 580266 by stribo on 2013-03-04 10:49:01
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;580264]Suppose your right, the 'Projector' headlamps have no facility to self level, even though the car has a switch, which could of course be blanked off :B_thumb:
Washer could be a duff connection or faulty motor, maybe a scrappy job or maybe even remove and blank them off too I suppose.[/QUOTE]
you could always have your old headlights back, and I'll have your projectors. ;)
Post 580280 by LeeT5 on 2013-03-04 12:17:49
Graham, it's very simple to rectify your problem. Remove the headlamp I front of the offending wiper. Replace said wiper motor with a new one and refit headlamp. Fit new wiper blades. Remove crappy halogen bulbs and replace with hid kit. Drive to main dealer and have them align your headlamps to the correct level. Cost is £15 at my dealer and you know your getting a good align with a calibrated leveller in a nice clean workshop.
As far as the mot is concerned, Volvo never questioned my hids and the beam pattern was so crisp, it was very easy to adjust. Then your headlamp wipers will work with your new motor installed. You don't need auto levelling, just wash wipe....which you already have.
Worked for me when I had my laser. Will work for you too! Best mod I ever did on the R.
Post 580281 by V70 Graham on 2013-03-04 12:23:19
[QUOTE=LeeT5;580280]Graham, it's very simple to rectify your problem. Remove the headlamp I front of the offending wiper. Replace said wiper motor with a new one and refit headlamp. Fit new wiper blades. Remove crappy halogen bulbs and replace with hid kit. Drive to main dealer and have them align your headlamps to the correct level. Cost is £15 at my dealer and you know your getting a good align with a calibrated leveller in a nice clean workshop.
As far as the mot is concerned, Volvo never questioned my hids and the beam pattern was so crisp, it was very easy to adjust. Then your headlamp wipers will work with your new motor installed. You don't need auto levelling, just wash wipe....which you already have.
Worked for me when I had my laser. Will work for you too! Best mod I ever did on the R.[/QUOTE]
HID kit ordered, watch this space.....
Post 584160 by V70 Graham on 2013-03-14 19:32:19
HID kit arrived and was fitted today, blooming ballasts are a size, but all tucked away nice and neatly, 5000K with a lovely White light, and they FINALLY match the LED's :o
Cheers Lee, looks like you were right lol
Only took a couple of pics.....
Post 584162 by iancho on 2013-03-14 19:34:21
They look really good Graham... Can you notice any difference at night?
Post 584189 by V70 Graham on 2013-03-14 19:53:45
[QUOTE=iancho;584162]They look really good Graham... Can you notice any difference at night?[/QUOTE]
Very White light with a VERY faint tint of Blue round the edges, excellent vision at night, will try and post some better pic's up in the next few days.
Post 584260 by M-R-P on 2013-03-14 21:23:17
Looking good Graham, I'm just off out to fit my new 4300k bulbs...
Post 584269 by stribo on 2013-03-14 22:13:02
Looking good, but you need some chrome indicator bulbs mate. ;) I'll tell you what, I'll bring the ones I've just bought for mine down Saturday, and order a couple more. :D
Post 584270 by V70 Graham on 2013-03-14 22:17:03
[QUOTE=stribo;584269]Looking good, but you need some chrome indicator bulbs mate. ;) I'll tell you what, I'll bring the ones I've just bought for mine down Saturday, and order a couple more. :D[/QUOTE]
.....and chrome indicator bulbs do what exactly lol
Post 584272 by M-R-P on 2013-03-14 22:24:18
They look silver but light up orange giving the reflector a cleaner look. ;)
Post 584273 by stribo on 2013-03-14 22:26:47
[QUOTE=M-R-P;584272]They look silver but light up orange giving the reflector a cleaner look. ;)[/QUOTE]
What he said. ;)
Post 584317 by V70 Graham on 2013-03-15 07:18:22
Cool, we'll give them a try then.
Post 584701 by LeeT5 on 2013-03-16 02:32:57
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;584270].....and chrome indicator bulbs do what exactly lol[/QUOTE]
.....Flash dimmer and not as bright as oe orange.
I have had them myself, but the light output isn't that bright and TBH, i can cope with a slight tinge of orange in the lens. It's not that noticeable but the lack of orange light when using your indicators is. being as they are also a safety item (Hazard lights) i opted for the much brighter oe bulbs.
Post 584720 by Kingsford G on 2013-03-16 05:45:10
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;580264]Suppose your right, the 'Projector' headlamps have no facility to self level, even though the car has a switch, which could of course be blanked off :B_thumb:
Washer could be a duff connection or faulty motor, maybe a scrappy job or maybe even remove and blank them off too I suppose.[/QUOTE]
Just remove yr adjaster motor from old headlights and fit to the projectors,thats what I did and they adjust by the switch inside,just need an extra llittle o ring to make it sit tight.
Post 596057 by V70 Graham on 2013-04-13 20:48:12
Anne bought summat for the (her) car today, Lidl special.....
Post 596059 by iancho on 2013-04-13 20:50:52
I bet she gets you doing the dirty work lol
Post 596061 by oblark on 2013-04-13 20:53:12
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;596057]Anne bought summat for the (her) car today, Lidl special.....
[/QUOTE]
While we are fixing your car you could wash and polish ours :)
Post 596063 by jotter22 on 2013-04-13 20:59:07
Not with that he won't as soon as you put any pressure on it it stops rotating! but i do have some stuff in the car he can use!
Post 596064 by V70 Graham on 2013-04-13 21:02:14
[QUOTE=jotter22;596063].....but i do have some stuff in the car he can use![/QUOTE]
You can go off someone sooooo quickly lol
Post 596409 by V70 Graham on 2013-04-14 20:48:21
Complete brake overhaul today, thanks to Martin, Wayne, Rob and the two Steve's for all their help, much appreciated guy's :beer:
Post 596418 by stribo on 2013-04-14 20:50:53
Oh, another council job, one man doing the job, 4 standing by watching. :lol:
Post 596422 by Sharkey R on 2013-04-14 20:52:06
I was the H&S advisor. He he
Post 596430 by V70 Graham on 2013-04-14 20:54:16
Poor Wayne spent most of the day UNDER my car, but I think in this picture you can see him in the boot of his VAG, no doubt trying to find the oil leak !
Post 596433 by JUDGENINJA on 2013-04-14 20:56:19
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;596430]Poor Wayne spent most of the day UNDER my car, but I think in this picture you can see him in the boot of his VAG, no doubt trying to find the oil leak ![/QUOTE]
What in the boot...? Even I would worry if the oil leak had made it at far as the boot!!!
Post 596439 by stribo on 2013-04-14 20:57:53
[QUOTE=JUDGENINJA;596433]What in the boot...? Even I would worry if the oil leak had made it at far as the boot!!![/QUOTE]
Give it time. ;)
Post 596442 by V70 Graham on 2013-04-14 21:01:31
Only a few small (and very cheap) things to do now I have brakes and two working headlight wipers/washers, mainly cleaning things (mudflaps etc) and tidying up under the bonnet, then hopefully off down to see M-R-P for a good rubbing (polishing) session before Haynes.
Post 596463 by LiamT4 on 2013-04-14 21:08:59
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;596409][/QUOTE]
Jamest5r and smithy would both say "what you all wearing gloves for, you big wussies" lol
Post 596466 by Sharkey R on 2013-04-14 21:10:17
[QUOTE=LiamT4;596463]Jamest5r and smithy would both say "what you all wearing gloves for, you big wussies" lol[/QUOTE]
Stops fingerprints getting on Graham's car of course! Jeez man think about it! Lol
Post 596472 by stribo on 2013-04-14 21:13:56
[QUOTE=LiamT4;596463]Jamest5r and smithy would both say "what you all wearing gloves for, you big wussies" lol[/QUOTE]
Because we're southern, what else would you expect lol.
Post 596485 by t5 pete on 2013-04-14 21:20:42
Always nice when a plan comes together
Post 596658 by iancho on 2013-04-15 08:01:58
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;596442]Only a few small (and very cheap) things to do now I have brakes and two working headlight wipers/washers, mainly cleaning things (mudflaps etc) and tidying up under the bonnet, then hopefully off down to see M-R-P for a good rubbing (polishing) session before Haynes.[/QUOTE]
Nice to read that your nearly reaching the end Graham, the trouble is if your anything like me you will always find something else mate lol
How do your new brakes feel? Give us some feedback when they have bedded in.
BTW, your car really does look mint mate, one of the best examples in the country :hail:
Post 596767 by V70 Graham on 2013-04-15 15:59:42
I'm getting there, gotta clean it now it's filthy.....mind you I have today completed part one of 'The Next Stage'.....and I'm not telling anyone what that was :nono:
Post 596768 by M-R-P on 2013-04-15 16:02:09
Cleaned the battery then lol
Post 596770 by iancho on 2013-04-15 16:02:14
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;596767]I'm getting there, gotta clean it now it's filthy.....mind you I have today completed part one of 'The Next Stage'.....and I'm not telling anyone what that was :nono:[/QUOTE]
Finding all the Screws that Martin, Wayne, Steve, Olbark and Steve have hidden?
Post 596771 by V70 Graham on 2013-04-15 16:04:05
Nope and er nope lol......told ya not telling, all will be revealed, but not for a while.
Post 596772 by M-R-P on 2013-04-15 16:05:05
Think I know but I'm sayin nowt ;)
Post 596773 by V70 Graham on 2013-04-15 16:06:16
[QUOTE=M-R-P;596772]Think I know but I'm sayin nowt ;)[/QUOTE]
Text me then, I'll tell you if your right, but I think you'll be 1000 miles away tbh :cool:
Post 596774 by Pinup_gal on 2013-04-15 16:10:14
And you learnt about polishings ;)
Nice to see ya today mate. The car is looking proper mint, I'm considering providing you with a box file for your receipts tho ;)
Post 596777 by V70 Graham on 2013-04-15 16:12:49
[QUOTE=Pinup_gal;596774]And you learnt about polishings ;)
Nice to see ya today mate. The car is looking proper mint, I'm considering of providing you with a box file for your receipts tho ;)[/QUOTE]
Nice to catch up Nat, Mum's the word what I was up to today please.....and the parking picture will stay off the forum lol :shhh:
Post 596779 by Pinup_gal on 2013-04-15 16:15:37
I've no idea what you were up to.
I was only there to be taxi, collect starbucks and share your 12" ;)
My parking is skilled, no other non volvo driver can manage it ya know :p
Post 596780 by Chad on 2013-04-15 16:17:14
Nice Chai Tea Latte........what was left of it...lol
What does the winner get for guessing right?? :banana:
Post 596781 by V70 Graham on 2013-04-15 16:17:32
[QUOTE=Pinup_gal;596779]I've no idea what you were up to.
I was only there to be taxi, collect starbucks and share [COLOR="#FF0000"]your 12"[/COLOR] ;)
My parking is skilled, no other non volvo driver can manage it ya know :p[/QUOTE]
Read it and weep little boys.....:cool:
Post 596782 by V70 Graham on 2013-04-15 16:19:56
[QUOTE=Chad;596780]Nice Chai Tea Latte........what was left of it...lol
What does the winner get for guessing right?? :banana:[/QUOTE]
How about.....:nutkick:
Was good to see you today matey, now :shhh:
Post 596787 by iancho on 2013-04-15 16:31:50
Your fitting a Panic Alarm for when you find any new scratches?
Post 596790 by Chad on 2013-04-15 16:35:11
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;596782]How about.....:nutkick:
Was good to see you today matey, now :shhh:[/QUOTE]
:hidesbehi
Post 596791 by Chad on 2013-04-15 16:35:56
[QUOTE=iancho;596787]Your fitting a Panic Alarm for when you find any new scratches?[/QUOTE]
:rotfl::rotfl:
Post 596820 by Jamest5r on 2013-04-15 18:08:56
Well if Chad & Nat were involved it had to be messy :)
Post 596827 by V70 Graham on 2013-04-15 18:43:33
[QUOTE=Jamest5r;596820]Well if Chad & Nat were involved it had to be messy :)[/QUOTE]
Oh it was mate, loved every minute though !
Post 596830 by Jamest5r on 2013-04-15 18:48:18
Im just looking down the list of parts Chad had to see if there's a clue :)
Post 596832 by V70 Graham on 2013-04-15 18:58:30
[QUOTE=Jamest5r;596830]Im just looking down the list of parts Chad had to see if there's a clue :)[/QUOTE]
Nope, there isn't lol
Post 596851 by Pinup_gal on 2013-04-15 19:53:45
It was only messy cos the latte spilt ...tut
Post 596852 by stribo on 2013-04-15 19:56:28
[QUOTE=Pinup_gal;596851]It was only messy cos the latte spilt ...tut[/QUOTE]
Hopefully not on Rich's car this time.;)
Post 596853 by Pinup_gal on 2013-04-15 20:01:12
No in mine!!!!
Post 596859 by Santa on 2013-04-15 20:14:51
[quote=stribo;596852]hopefully not on rich's car this time.;)[/quote]
what did she do to my car?!?!?!?!?!?!
Post 596861 by stribo on 2013-04-15 20:30:43
[QUOTE=Santa;596859]what did she do to my car?!?!?!?!?!?![/QUOTE]
Nothing.:saint:
Post 596864 by Santa on 2013-04-15 20:37:26
[QUOTE=stribo;596861]Nothing.:saint:[/QUOTE]
phew
Post 596874 by AndysR on 2013-04-15 20:52:26
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;596409]Complete brake overhaul today, thanks to Martin, Wayne, Rob and the two Steve's for all their help, much appreciated guy's :beer:
[/QUOTE]
Was that a shot of the moment that Martin realised he was lied to as he realised he was working on a phase 1 and not a phase 2....
[QUOTE=stribo;596418]Oh, another council job, one man doing the job, 4 standing by watching. :lol:[/QUOTE]
Waiting for Martin's reaction to the above.... lol
Post 596876 by stribo on 2013-04-15 20:54:24
[QUOTE=AndysR;596874]Was that a shot of the moment that Martin realised he was lied to as he realised he was working on a phase 1 and not a phase 2....
Waiting for Martin's reaction to the above.... lol[/QUOTE]
Not quite sure why he's trying to hand latex gloves round. :yikes:
Post 596877 by V70 Graham on 2013-04-15 20:55:33
[QUOTE=AndysR;596874]Was that a shot of the moment that Martin realised he was lied to as he realised he was working on a phase 1 and not a phase 2....
[/QUOTE]
Yup, and you can just see the box of kleenex resting on the front wing (he used nearly all of them)
Post 596878 by stribo on 2013-04-15 20:55:57
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;596767]I'm getting there, gotta clean it now it's filthy.....mind you I have today completed part one of 'The Next Stage'.....and I'm not telling anyone what that was :nono:[/QUOTE]
You bought a proper centre armrest with built in cupholders for your poverty spec car. :P
Post 596881 by V70 Graham on 2013-04-15 20:57:13
[QUOTE=stribo;596878]You bought a proper centre armrest with built in cupholders for your poverty spec car. :P[/QUOTE]
Er......miles out lol
Post 596883 by AndysR on 2013-04-15 20:59:35
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;596877]Yup, and you can just see the box of kleenex resting on the front wing (he used nearly all of them)[/QUOTE]
Yeah but in fairness we are talking phase 1 and not phase 2 it would be rude not too!
Post 597427 by T5frankie on 2013-04-17 18:25:19
makes them look alot better dont it
Post 597428 by V70 Graham on 2013-04-17 18:29:11
[QUOTE=T5frankie;597427]makes them look alot better dont it[/QUOTE]
Just a bit, can't believe it took me so long to get round to doing them !
Post 597431 by T5frankie on 2013-04-17 18:39:33
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;597428]Just a bit, can't believe it took me so long to get round to doing them ![/QUOTE]
your cars nearly at the same standard as mine :haha:
Post 597481 by V70 Graham on 2013-04-17 20:04:27
[QUOTE=T5frankie;597431]your cars nearly at the same standard as mine :haha:[/QUOTE]
Lets see, I've just been out and shot a few more pics.....
Post 597510 by stribo on 2013-04-17 20:27:25
If you had a C70, you'd have body colour mudflaps. :P
Post 597525 by t5 pete on 2013-04-17 20:36:17
Looking real nice ive got a set of rear flaps to fit to myne which dye did u use I keep meaning to get that stuff I told frank about
Post 597544 by V70 Graham on 2013-04-17 20:46:02
[QUOTE=t5 pete;597525]Looking real nice ive got a set of rear flaps to fit to myne which dye did u use I keep meaning to get that stuff I told frank about[/QUOTE]
Cheers Pete, I got the Wurth stuff, bit pricey but quality, looks like it should last quite a while.
Post 597545 by iancho on 2013-04-17 20:46:22
Nice touch Graham... It makes the car look so much better instead of that tired look. I did mine about 1yr ago and it has not faded.
Post 597548 by V70 Graham on 2013-04-17 20:47:06
.....though I forgot to do the black trim near the front fog lights, ah well that's next weeks job lol
Post 597549 by Pinup_gal on 2013-04-17 20:47:08
It's looking very pretty :D
Post 597659 by M-R-P on 2013-04-17 22:49:55
Really nice mate. It's the little things that make a big difference when a car is of this kind of standard.
Still think it needs the silver center caps for the comets tho ;)
Post 597857 by martybelfastt5 on 2013-04-18 18:34:04
that is one fine looking motor!
Post 599627 by M-R-P on 2013-04-23 13:40:49
Why do front-on pictures of your car always look like it's sniffing the camera? lol.
Looking good mate. How did you get away with doing the staining in the house? Has Anne gone out? ;)
Post 599628 by volvokid on 2013-04-23 13:42:58
Looks brilliant, I might do this on the saffy if they ever need doing, I soaked mine in megs all season dressing a couple of years ago and they are still fine, but my car gets washed once a year to remove the dust so I don't truly know how it stands up, certainly won't be as good as worth as its not a dye.
Post 599630 by V70 Graham on 2013-04-23 13:45:53
[QUOTE=M-R-P;599627]Why do front-on pictures of your car always look like it's sniffing the camera? lol.
Looking good mate. How did you get away with doing the staining in the house? Has Anne gone out? ;)[/QUOTE]
Yup, she's working hard (I hope) though why we bother sometimes is beyond us lol
Post 599662 by iancho on 2013-04-23 16:43:52
Now that has compleated that little job.... Looks so much better mate, it's the little touches that make all the difference
Post 641633 by V70 Graham on 2013-09-05 17:07:12
Not updated this thread for a while, to be honest I've been busy at work and not had the time, still I wheeled the 'Old Girl' out this morning and headed off to see Sarkey San down in Tadley for a bit of polishing before Sunday.
It was absolutely boiling in the sun, we did one side then headed into Newbury for lunch, returning to finish off what we started.
A couple of pictures trying to show the deep shine we (well Steve did most of it I just buffed off) achived, don't worry too much about the plastics, glass or wheels/tyres etc.....plenty of time to get those done Saturday.
Post 641639 by Pinup_gal on 2013-09-05 17:33:51
Looking good!
Coulda popped to mine and cleaned my car :P
Post 641652 by M-R-P on 2013-09-05 18:07:41
looking spanking mate
shame I'll be getting sticky fingerprints all over it tomorrow lol
Post 641658 by V70 Graham on 2013-09-05 18:22:20
[QUOTE=Pinup_gal;641639]Looking good!
Coulda popped to mine and cleaned my car :P[/QUOTE]
I would have Nat, but don't have your address lol
Post 641659 by V70 Graham on 2013-09-05 18:24:00
[QUOTE=M-R-P;641652]looking spanking mate
shame I'll be getting sticky fingerprints all over it tomorrow lol[/QUOTE]
Well, I have another confession.....as it was sooooo hot we couldn't do the roof, so if it's not raining too hard after you've fiddled with my bit's and pieces maybe we could give it the once over :redface:
Post 641663 by Pinup_gal on 2013-09-05 18:31:24
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;641658]I would have Nat, but don't have your address lol[/QUOTE]
Durr you just have to ask :P
Post 641679 by graemewelch on 2013-09-05 19:19:53
looking good. i realy need to pull my finger out. ill have the dirtiest motor on vpc
Post 641767 by ExternalError on 2013-09-05 22:04:12
[QUOTE=graemewelch;641679]looking good. i realy need to pull my finger out. ill have the dirtiest motor on vpc[/QUOTE]
no chance with me there
Post 641768 by merc85 on 2013-09-05 22:05:46
Looking very nice buddy ;)
Post 641770 by V70 Graham on 2013-09-05 22:07:44
[QUOTE=merc85;641768]Looking very nice buddy ;)[/QUOTE]
Much appreciated Gav, means a lot coming from someone who looks after their cars as much as you mate.
Post 641772 by ExternalError on 2013-09-05 22:13:06
is this the before pic
Post 641775 by V70 Graham on 2013-09-05 22:19:36
Hahahahaha how did you get that ?
You can clearly make out Sarkey San's 'moobs'
Post 641779 by ExternalError on 2013-09-05 22:26:26
someone posted it on face book under the title of how do i know my girl friends been cheating so i re purposed it
Post 641781 by bonelorry on 2013-09-05 22:26:58
Looking very nice Graham!
Post 641787 by merc85 on 2013-09-05 22:47:02
I know it sounds daft but i really like the later centre cap's over the original black ones certainly show off those mint comets. Like i said the whole car looks very fresh.
:B_thumb:
Post 641789 by merc85 on 2013-09-05 22:47:57
[QUOTE=ExternalError;641772]is this the before pic
[/QUOTE]
Oi where did you find a pic of my car lol
Post 641790 by abdul on 2013-09-05 22:54:38
loovely looking car
Post 641813 by iancho on 2013-09-06 06:40:55
You've both managed to do it again Graham what an excellent finish now that looks Shiny! Great reflections I bet it looks even better in person. I think the darker the car the better the results... Well done lads and in yesterdays heat it must of been hard work :B_thumb:
Post 641835 by V70 Graham on 2013-09-06 08:05:11
[QUOTE=iancho;641813].....and in yesterdays heat it must of been hard work :B_thumb:[/QUOTE]
It was too hot tbh Ian, and it looks like we'll (M-R-P and myself) be working on the car in the rain today !
Post 641846 by M-R-P on 2013-09-06 09:01:11
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;641835]It was too hot tbh Ian, and it looks like we'll (M-R-P and myself) be working on the car in the rain today ![/QUOTE]
The rain is supposed to let-up later... bring yer brolly lol.
Post 641866 by V70 Graham on 2013-09-06 11:30:30
It's been raining here this morning, fine excuse for a beading shot.....
Post 641869 by jdavis on 2013-09-06 11:40:09
Looks great Graham
Post 641871 by V70 Graham on 2013-09-06 11:50:39
Right, I'm off to the seaside.....well Poole actually to go and see master mechanic M-R-P (notice how I big him up before he does any work on the car lol) today's jobs include new vac lines and TCV as they haven't been done since I've had the car, we will also be fitting......something else :redface:
Post 641873 by BIG G on 2013-09-06 12:03:33
Hard work polishing/waxing, pissin down here also. What wax u use graham?
Oh yh.....looks good!
Post 641874 by V70 Graham on 2013-09-06 12:06:53
[QUOTE=BIG G;641873]Hard work polishing/waxing, pissin down here also. What wax u use graham?
Oh yh.....looks good![/QUOTE]
We used a variety of polishes and waxes mainly Meguires, I think this was the polish....
http://www.meguiars.co.uk/product/354/Swirl-Free-Polish/
Post 641875 by BIG G on 2013-09-06 12:23:30
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;641874]We used a variety of polishes and waxes mainly Meguires, I think this was the polish....
http://www.meguiars.co.uk/product/354/Swirl-Free-Polish/[/QUOTE]
Oh ok, might try that see what the finiish is like i use this stuff http://www.autoglym.com/products/products/high-definition-wax. Im happy with the results, arms kill thou after its done right lol
Post 641876 by jamesy12345 on 2013-09-06 12:30:47
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;641871]Right, I'm off to the seaside.....well Poole actually to go and see master mechanic M-R-P (notice how I big him up before he does any work on the car lol) today's jobs include new vac lines and TCV as they haven't been done since I've had the car, we will also be fitting......something else :redface:
[/QUOTE]
Hi Graham, are those hoses to connect to the TCV? If so could I pls get the part numbers from you for the hoses and clips? I'm just about to order some.
Your car looks VERY NICE and clean btw
Post 641881 by stribo on 2013-09-06 12:50:49
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;641871]Right, I'm off to the seaside.....well Poole actually to go and see master mechanic M-R-P (notice how I big him up before he does any work on the car lol) today's jobs include new vac lines and TCV as they haven't been done since I've had the car, we will also be fitting......something else :redface:
[/QUOTE]
Don't you two ever go to work?
Post 641884 by partsforvolvos.com on 2013-09-06 13:38:23
it says it is there online
Post 641885 by M-R-P on 2013-09-06 13:56:57
[QUOTE=stribo;641881]Don't you two ever go to work?[/QUOTE]
I've been at work since 5:30!
[QUOTE=partsforvolvos.com;641884]it says it is there online[/QUOTE]
Yep, it's here ;)
No sweeties in there tho... AHEM...
Post 641888 by V70 Graham on 2013-09-06 14:35:20
[QUOTE=jamesy12345;641876]Hi Graham, are those hoses to connect to the TCV? If so could I pls get the part numbers from you for the hoses and clips? I'm just about to order some.
Your car looks VERY NICE and clean btw[/QUOTE]
Frankie put me onto these.....
http://www.autosiliconehoses.com/silicone-hose-shop/performance-silicone-hoses/vacuum-silicone-hoses.html
4mm hose and 8-10mm clips
Post 641889 by V70 Graham on 2013-09-06 14:36:16
[QUOTE=stribo;641881]Don't you two ever go to work?[/QUOTE]
If you worked half as hard as either of us you'd know all about it.
Post 641891 by jamesy12345 on 2013-09-06 14:40:02
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;641888]Frankie put me onto these.....
http://www.autosiliconehoses.com/silicone-hose-shop/performance-silicone-hoses/vacuum-silicone-hoses.html
4mm hose and 8-10mm clips[/QUOTE]
Much appreciated :bud:
Post 641894 by MoleT-5R on 2013-09-06 14:59:25
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;641874]We used a variety of polishes and waxes mainly Meguires, I think this was the polish....
http://www.meguiars.co.uk/product/354/Swirl-Free-Polish/[/QUOTE]
I've just started using this new product from megs for the darker paint finishes http://www.meguiars.co.uk/product/421/Dark-Wax/, seems to work well but I'm no expert. Your car is looking excellent Graham and looking forward to seeing you at Trax on sunday
Post 641900 by partsforvolvos.com on 2013-09-06 15:30:30
[QUOTE=M-R-P;641885]I've been at work since 5:30!
Yep, it's here ;)
No sweeties in there tho... AHEM...[/QUOTE]
i put a packet of them in there myself - u ate them
Post 641977 by bonelorry on 2013-09-06 21:45:37
[QUOTE=M-R-P;641976])another great afternoon spent working on a fantastic car with good mate - a great end to a bloody hard few weeks lol.[/QUOTE]
I know the feeling, All the small jobs add up!
When you are committed it is amazing how much time and effort you can put into a car, Ive been pretty much non stop on mine for the last few months finishing with an Oil n Filter tomorrow then thats it LOL.
Good stuff :)
Post 641979 by oblark on 2013-09-06 21:51:38
Looking good, what size is the MAF to turbo pipe ??
Post 641980 by M-R-P on 2013-09-06 21:53:51
[QUOTE=oblark;641979]Looking good, what size is the MAF to turbo pipe ??[/QUOTE]
3" from filter to turbo mate - very growly.
Post 641981 by merc85 on 2013-09-06 21:54:24
Looking sweet, any increase in performance?
Post 641982 by oblark on 2013-09-06 21:55:58
[QUOTE=M-R-P;641980]3" from filter to turbo mate - very growly.[/QUOTE]
Something else to add to my shopping list :)
Post 641983 by M-R-P on 2013-09-06 21:57:39
[QUOTE=merc85;641981]Looking sweet, any increase in performance?[/QUOTE]
I'll let Graham answer that ;)
Post 641984 by Nealevo on 2013-09-06 22:04:09
[QUOTE=merc85;641981]Looking sweet, any increase in performance?[/QUOTE]
What! with Daisy driving, he doesn't go over 40mph
Post 641988 by V70 Graham on 2013-09-06 22:21:34
[QUOTE=M-R-P;641983]I'll let Graham answer that ;)[/QUOTE]
Well.....I'm not sure if it's anything to do with the 3" MAF to turbo pipe work (turbo probably spools up quicker) or the new TCV and vac lines (not been changed since I've had the car) but boy does she fly now !
Not a lot to add to Martin's post, he seems to have covered our day's work (well he worked, I got in the way) I just found it amazing to see it all coming together and as Martin said the do88.se pipe is not designed to fit into the BSR Optiflow system, but did that stop him, not a chance, into the shed he went and pulled out various alloy tubes and rubber pipe till it all went together.
The finish is spot on, totally secure and very tidy, ready for you to cast your eye on his work at TRAX.
As usual a big thank you to Martin, without who's help I'd just have a shiny pipe in a cardboard box :redface:
Cheers mate :beer:
Post 641989 by V70 Graham on 2013-09-06 22:22:06
[QUOTE=Nealevo;641984]What! with Daisy driving, he doesn't go over 40mph[/QUOTE]
I'll let Martin answer that one lol
Post 641993 by jdavis on 2013-09-06 22:27:42
That looks fantastic!
Post 642000 by M-R-P on 2013-09-06 22:46:41
[QUOTE=Nealevo;641984]What! with Daisy driving, he doesn't go over 40mph[/QUOTE]
Grahams car was making lots of fun noises, going quite a bit more than 40 mph and miss Daisy was giggling like a bloody schoolgirl.
Jeeeesuuusssss that thing goes so well.
Post 642001 by V70 Graham on 2013-09-06 22:51:08
[QUOTE=M-R-P;642000].....going quite a bit more than 40 mph.....[/QUOTE]
You even told me to 'slow down' lol
Post 642003 by M-R-P on 2013-09-06 22:57:47
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;642001]You even told me to 'slow down' lol[/QUOTE]
you were doing warp 5 toward a roundabout with a lipped, negative camber. you're lucky my bum didn't chew a hole in the upholsterry
Post 642014 by M-R-P on 2013-09-06 23:18:35
it's also a means of diffusing the air across the sensor. since there's a 45 degree bend, then a straight between the filter and MAF, there's a possibility of faster air going past the MAF than what's actually being measured.
Post 642020 by Kingsford G on 2013-09-07 00:04:18
Nice work there guys.She`s getting better and better Graham.:B_thumb:
Post 642054 by T5frankie on 2013-09-07 10:11:29
[QUOTE=stribo;642012]Great work, and looking good, but I'm not sure why you felt the need to put gauze on the MAF inlet, it's taking in filtered air. If the air filter can't stop crud getting in there, then a bit of mesh isn't going to either.;)[/QUOTE]
i agree with stribo, get that gauze out mate, it aint helping anything except restricting the airflow
Post 642060 by stribo on 2013-09-07 10:18:31
[QUOTE=M-R-P;642014]it's also a means of diffusing the air across the sensor. since there's a 45 degree bend, then a straight between the filter and MAF, there's a possibility of faster air going past the MAF than what's actually being measured.[/QUOTE]
Surely if that was necessary Volvo would have fitted one.
Post 642066 by MIKESC70T5 on 2013-09-07 10:23:43
Beautiful looking car and even better looking in the flesh. Paintwork looks flawless and engine bay looks very tidy.
Post 642068 by JUDGENINJA on 2013-09-07 10:31:37
Is the MAF now fitted on the bend or just before it?
Rough airflow for best air measurement is 5x pipe width from a bend. If it is on the bend you won't be getting exact measurements.
Although relitively in consequential as the car will probably not notice.
Post 642069 by V70 Graham on 2013-09-07 10:51:31
[QUOTE=stribo;642060]Surely if that was necessary Volvo would have fitted one.[/QUOTE]
Volvo did fit one in the original pipe work.
Post 642071 by V70 Graham on 2013-09-07 10:52:56
[QUOTE=MIKESC70T5;642066]Beautiful looking car and even better looking in the flesh. Paintwork looks flawless and engine bay looks very tidy.[/QUOTE]
Thanks mate, paintwork is not quite flawless, bonnet is the worst panel.
Engine bay is today's job, along with the plastics.
Post 642082 by M-R-P on 2013-09-07 11:44:52
[QUOTE=stribo;642060]Surely if that was necessary Volvo would have fitted one.[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;642069]Volvo did fit one in the original pipe work.[/QUOTE]
exactly - look behind the plastic gauze on your MAF Steve, there's a metal gauze behind it.
since the oe inlet pipe easily flows enough to power 300+ horses, these pipes are more about a cleaner airflow to the turbo - no dodgy zig - zags or choke points to contend with. and of course, noise :)
Post 642145 by V70 Graham on 2013-09-07 16:06:08
Just spent the last 2 hours going over the plastics and cleaning under the bonnet.
Pictures.....you'll have to wait to see tomorrow at TRAX :redface:
Post 642167 by T5frankie on 2013-09-07 17:39:45
[QUOTE=M-R-P;642082]exactly - look behind the plastic gauze on your MAF Steve, there's a metal gauze behind it.
since the oe inlet pipe easily flows enough to power 300+ horses, these pipes are more about a cleaner airflow to the turbo - no dodgy zig - zags or choke points to contend with. and of course, noise :)[/QUOTE]
There isn't on mine
Post 642178 by M-R-P on 2013-09-07 18:03:54
[QUOTE=T5frankie;642167]There isn't on mine[/QUOTE]
trust you to be different lol.
Post 642181 by V70 Graham on 2013-09-07 18:06:07
[QUOTE=T5frankie;642167]There isn't on mine[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=M-R-P;642178]trust you to be different lol.[/QUOTE]
He's special :rolling_e
Post 642188 by T5frankie on 2013-09-07 18:19:50
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;642181]He's special :rolling_e[/QUOTE]
Special needs
Post 642293 by oblark on 2013-09-07 21:44:56
[QUOTE=M-R-P;642000]Grahams car was making lots of fun noises, going quite a bit more than 40 mph and miss Daisy was giggling like a bloody schoolgirl.
Jeeeesuuusssss that thing goes so well.[/QUOTE]
Just wait to the next southern meet I`ll take you out in mine :)
You`ll be screaming like a little girl :)
Post 642456 by iancho on 2013-09-08 19:31:27
The thing I love about your thread Graham is that it isn't full of Crap! Just well chosen quality mods and after seeing and hearing it at TRAX today I'm even more impressed than before.
You have a Stunning car with well chosen mods mate, it was a real pleasure to follow you today and just admire it! :B_thumb:
Post 642648 by partsforvolvos.com on 2013-09-09 13:38:52
Very nice Graham. Glad to see Martin sorted it for you.
Post 642661 by V70 Graham on 2013-09-09 13:58:58
[QUOTE=partsforvolvos.com;642648]Very nice Graham. Glad to see Martin sorted it for you.[/QUOTE]
Thanks Jamie.
Thank you also for getting the pipe work to us as fast as you did, shame Martin ate all the sweets before I got to them lol.
Post 643346 by AndysR on 2013-09-11 22:15:10
Great work once again guys, this car goes from strength to strength and it was awesome originally :)
Post 643359 by V70 Graham on 2013-09-11 22:44:38
[QUOTE=AndysR;643346]Great work once again guys, this car goes from strength to strength and it was awesome originally :)[/QUOTE]
Thanks Andy, I try and fit sensible mods, bit by bit I'm getting there.
Post 643364 by M-R-P on 2013-09-11 22:58:32
if you knew what a pleasure it is to do any work on this car...
it seems to just do exactly what you expect, nothing snaps, nothing is where it shouldn't be, nothing covered with 15 years of crap.
brilliant.
almost makes me look like I know what I'm doing lol
Post 643367 by stribo on 2013-09-11 23:05:38
[QUOTE=M-R-P;643364]if you knew what a pleasure it is to do any work on this car...
it seems to just do exactly what you expect, nothing snaps, nothing is where it shouldn't be, nothing covered with 15 years of crap.
brilliant.
almost makes me look like I know what I'm doing lol[/QUOTE]
££££££££, shall we start with the wheel bolt, or go onto the bolts we left out of his car?
Post 643369 by M-R-P on 2013-09-11 23:07:38
[QUOTE=stribo;643367]££££££££, shall we start with the wheel bolt, or go onto the bolts we left out of his car?[/QUOTE]
The locking bolts are a known weak point on the P1 so I won't blame the car for that one.
What bolts?
;)
Post 643381 by stribo on 2013-09-11 23:51:22
I couldn't possibly say, he might read this ;)
Post 643383 by M-R-P on 2013-09-11 23:58:50
He can read?
Post 643385 by stribo on 2013-09-12 00:40:57
[QUOTE=M-R-P;642082]exactly - look behind the plastic gauze on your MAF Steve, there's a metal gauze behind it.
since the oe inlet pipe easily flows enough to power 300+ horses, these pipes are more about a cleaner airflow to the turbo - no dodgy zig - zags or choke points to contend with. and of course, noise :)[/QUOTE]
Checked mine, and there isn't :P
Post 643414 by M-R-P on 2013-09-12 08:07:40
[QUOTE=stribo;643385]Checked mine, and there isn't :P[/QUOTE]
Maybe it's an ME7 thing then. I've got one in mine.
Post 644080 by LeeT5 on 2013-09-14 10:16:32
[QUOTE=stribo;643385]Checked mine, and there isn't :P[/QUOTE]
...Not one in mine either.
Post 644091 by V70 Graham on 2013-09-14 11:20:36
[QUOTE=LeeT5;644080]...Not one in mine either.[/QUOTE]
Don't tell me.....I'm special !
Post 644092 by stribo on 2013-09-14 11:25:49
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;644091]Don't tell me.....I'm special ![/QUOTE]
That's one word you could use. :P
Post 650017 by V70 Graham on 2013-10-04 21:32:40
Another day another trip down to Poole, this time for M-R-P to fit my new Forge recirc valve.
Not an easy job, especially if you have to do it twice.....tried the yellow spring with 1 spacer first of all before settling for just the yellow spring.
Big thanks to Martin (again) had a great day mate with loads of laughs.....and I think I kept out of your way and didn't ask too many stoopid questions lol.
The drive home was as usual interesting, with me testing out the new bits, there is still a flutter/chatter at 3250/3500 revs when giving it the beans but the car pulls very strongly in all gears with no obvious loss of boost.....does anyone else get this ?
Only a couple of piccy's of the old and new valve side by side.....
Post 650019 by AndysR on 2013-10-04 21:36:54
Are you still running the standard bcs ? Was it fluttering before you changed the intake and boost pipes from standard?
Post 650028 by stribo on 2013-10-04 21:50:21
I've noticed mine does it since fitting the exhaust, haven't noticed any drop off of boost though.
Post 650032 by V70 Graham on 2013-10-04 21:56:11
[QUOTE=AndysR;650019]Are you still running the standard bcs ? Was it fluttering before you changed the intake and boost pipes from standard?[/QUOTE]
No fluttering before changing the intake pipe that was done about a month ago when we also changed the tcv for a new Volvo item along with the vac lines.....any ideas ?
Post 650033 by oblark on 2013-10-04 21:58:19
I get turbo chatter when mine is driven normal, but when giving it some beans the turbo chatter goes :)
Oh I`ve a dump valve mounted in the right place :)
Post 650035 by stribo on 2013-10-04 22:00:35
If the bleed pipe from the TCV feeds into your new intake pipe, it may just be that you can hear. You really need to get a boost gauge fitted so you can see what's going on.
Post 650036 by V70 Graham on 2013-10-04 22:02:26
[QUOTE=stribo;650035]If the bleed pipe from the TCV feeds into your new intake pipe, it may just be that you can hear. [COLOR="#FF0000"]You really need to get a boost gauge fitted so you can see what's going on.[/COLOR][/QUOTE]
It's on the list mate, just gotta find one that looks fairly stock/OE (you know what I'm like)
Post 650039 by stribo on 2013-10-04 22:05:32
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;650036]It's on the list mate, just gotta find one that looks fairly stock/OE (you know what I'm like)[/QUOTE]
I certainly do. ;)
Post 650040 by AndysR on 2013-10-04 22:06:12
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;650032]No fluttering before changing the intake pipe that was done about a month ago when we also changed the tcv for a new Volvo item along with the vac lines.....any ideas ?[/QUOTE]
It could be the management controlling the boost and effectively holding the boost back a little until the revs increase past a safe zone. The fact the car is performing normally makes me think it's probably either that or a side effect of changing the pipes and the sound of the air flowing through it which is more audible as a result of restrictions in flow being removed. What map are you running?
Oh and you should have fitted a blanking plate instead, chatter is awesome that way ;)
Post 650042 by V70 Graham on 2013-10-04 22:18:12
[QUOTE=AndysR;650040]It could be the management controlling the boost and effectively holding the boost back a little until the revs increase past a safe zone. The fact the car is performing normally makes me think it's probably either that or a side effect of changing the pipes and the sound of the air flowing through it which is more audible as a result of restrictions in flow being removed. What map are you running?
Oh and you should have fitted a blanking plate instead, chatter is awesome that way ;)[/QUOTE]
That does make sense Andy, like I say the car is running as well as it ever has and pulls like a train all the way to er......a fair old speed lol
I wasn't really after the chatter tbh, for me the quieter the better, but to be honest I don't really care what sounds come from under the bonnet when she drives as well as she does.
Maybe I'll take stribo for a spin tomorrow, 2nd opinion never hurts.
Post 650046 by stribo on 2013-10-04 22:25:43
Yeah, I'll take it out for a thrash, erm gentle drive mate. ;)
Post 650047 by V70 Graham on 2013-10-04 22:28:50
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;650042][COLOR="#FF0000"]Maybe I'll take stribo for a spin tomorrow[/COLOR], 2nd opinion never hurts.[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=stribo;650046]Yeah, I'll take it out for a thrash, erm gentle drive mate. ;)[/QUOTE]
I think I'll treat you to some of my driving lol, show you what a 'grab handle' is really for lol :B_steerin
Post 650051 by stribo on 2013-10-04 22:34:41
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;650047]I think I'll treat you to some of my driving lol, show you what a 'grab handle' is really for lol :B_steerin[/QUOTE]
Hanging my coat off. :P
Post 650052 by Kingsford G on 2013-10-04 22:35:19
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;650047]I think I'll treat you to some of my driving lol, show you what a 'grab handle' is really for lol :B_steerin[/QUOTE]
:hilarious
Post 650054 by AndysR on 2013-10-04 22:36:38
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;650042]That does make sense Andy, like I say the car is running as well as it ever has and pulls like a train all the way to er......a fair old speed lol
I wasn't really after the chatter tbh, for me the quieter the better, but to be honest I don't really care what sounds come from under the bonnet when she drives as well as she does.
Maybe I'll take stribo for a spin tomorrow, 2nd opinion never hurts.[/QUOTE]
Don't worry I was only pulling your leg about the dump valve I know you prefer the subtle approach, that's why you drive everywhere at half the designated speed limit right? ;)
Post 650056 by V70 Graham on 2013-10-04 22:40:12
[QUOTE=AndysR;650054].....that's why you drive everywhere at half the designated speed limit right? ;)[/QUOTE]
Course officer lol
Post 650058 by V70 Graham on 2013-10-04 22:41:06
[QUOTE=Kingsford G;650052]:hilarious[/QUOTE]
Oi you lol
Post 650059 by Kingsford G on 2013-10-04 22:41:10
[QUOTE=AndysR;650054]Don't worry I was only pulling your leg about the dump valve I know you prefer the subtle approach, that's why you drive everywhere at half the designated speed limit right? ;)[/QUOTE]
If u cal this :snail: driving :hidesbehi
Post 650104 by iancho on 2013-10-05 05:07:55
I'm going to have to come to yours and hear this for myself Graham.... Nice Mod! :B_thumb:
Post 650110 by M-R-P on 2013-10-05 09:30:53
Had a giggle yesterday, even though I had to fit the new recirc twice, the locals kept us amused :D
In case you guys don't believe me, when I go on about how clean Graham's car is, inside and out, here's a pic of the view I was greeted with...
Post 650217 by V70 Graham on 2013-10-05 19:27:31
Took young stribo out for a spin earlier and I think he was quite impressed (whether he admits it or not we'll have to see) with the car, he seems to think it's the TCV that's fluttering and it's quite normal.
After speaking with M-R-P yesterday and stribo today the general feeling is that a cat back exhaust would finish the car off nicely (any recommendations) along with simply replacing other items such as suspension etc with uprated parts when they wear out.
Must say I am very pleased with how she's running at present.
Post 650219 by daza-b on 2013-10-05 19:36:43
Mr Welch himself would make a good cat back system at a good price mate ;)
Post 650220 by AndysR on 2013-10-05 19:48:10
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;650217]Took young stribo out for a spin earlier and I think he was quite impressed (whether he admits it or not we'll have to see) with the car, he seems to think it's the TCV that's fluttering and it's quite normal.
After speaking with M-R-P yesterday and stribo today the general feeling is that a cat back exhaust would finish the car off nicely (any recommendations) along with simply replacing other items such as suspension etc with uprated parts when they wear out.
Must say I am very pleased with how she's running at present.[/QUOTE]
Glad to hear your happy with the car, nothing much compares to having a car running and driving spot on. Makes it a pleasure to drive and every drive is something to look forward to like its a new occasion :)
Re. your exhaust question a Ferrita exhaust is your only option, would compliment the car so well :)
Post 650221 by Kingsford G on 2013-10-05 19:53:24
Dual exit would look cracking on it mate but u`d have to get another bumper or cut yrs so single it is.Suspention due to the age I`d say u`ll feel the difference if u fit new ones all around its just the case where do u stop spending where some may say why not,lets do it.Either way a cracking car mate.I like pulling yr leg but if u look after her like u do she`s gonna outlast most of the cars on here.Keep up the good work.:B_thumb:
Post 650225 by merc85 on 2013-10-05 19:59:42
[QUOTE=AndysR;650220]
Re. your exhaust question a Ferrita exhaust is your only option, would compliment the car so well :)[/QUOTE]
Ahem lol http://www.supersprint.com/en/IT/default.aspx
Theres one thing a love about my car and thats the stainless zoost from those guys ;)
Post 650227 by AndysR on 2013-10-05 20:00:54
Oh and suspension wise get yourself some Koni adjustables with some new standard R springs to give a factory look with a little sportiness ;)
Post 650228 by AndysR on 2013-10-05 20:03:47
[QUOTE=merc85;650225]Ahem lol http://www.supersprint.com/en/IT/default.aspx
Theres one thing a love about my car and thats the stainless zoost from those guys ;)[/QUOTE]
They are nice but you won't beat the quality of a Ferrita in terms of an off the shelf direct fit exhaust, plus you can still fit the factory oval trim on the end of a ferrita if you don't like the round trim they come with, so again retaining a factory ish look ;)
Post 650229 by V70 Graham on 2013-10-05 20:04:05
Suspension is fine at present, that was only an example of future work when needed.
Post 650230 by AndysR on 2013-10-05 20:06:15
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;650229]Suspension is fine at present, that was only an example of future work when needed.[/QUOTE]
That doesn't surprise me at all tbh, that said when needed I think my suggestion would be a nice touch, and go well with the outstanding example of a car you have ;)
Post 650243 by stribo on 2013-10-05 21:06:40
Car goes really well, considering the driver. :P Not as raw as the C70, but very smooth, and very quick, as a Beemer driver found out when he tried to have Graham up a sliproad onto the M4. I agree with Andy about the ferrita, subtle look and sound, compliments the car nicely, but maybe Graeme will be able to come up with something.
Post 650320 by Sharkey R on 2013-10-06 11:48:50
Ferrita all the way mate. Subtle but sweet!
Post 650321 by expolicev70t5 on 2013-10-06 11:57:11
I would agree with Sharky r Ferrita for me, saying that I'm biased as that's what I have on mine, gives it a nice sound but not too noisy even at motorway speed
Post 650324 by Nealevo on 2013-10-06 12:09:16
Exhaust should be MTE but it's expensive (for a reason) they are the best!!
Post 650328 by Harvey on 2013-10-06 13:00:15
[QUOTE=Nealevo;650324]Exhaust should be MTE but it's expensive (for a reason) they are the best!![/QUOTE]
I have a TME on my motor it does sound nice,really nice fit.
Post 650882 by LeeT5 on 2013-10-08 07:48:57
Ferrita are nice and they are only slightly noisier than stock. You'll hear a slightly deeper burble at idle and a barkk when you open throttle hard. Steady cruising at 70 you won't really notice any difference.
Having had Ferrita in the past I personally wouldn't go back. Mainly due to cost. They ain't cheap.
The way forwards, AFAIK is Custom. Have a custom system built to YOUR spec with whatever tailpipe trim you so require!! Costs less too and (they fit better). More of a personal touch and bespoke to your car.
Post 650888 by partsforvolvos.com on 2013-10-08 09:01:55
[QUOTE=Nealevo;650324]Exhaust should be MTE but it's expensive (for a reason) they are the best!![/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=Harvey;650328]I have a TME on my motor it does sound nice,really nice fit.[/QUOTE]
i have a question out of curiosity , is there actually a uk outlet for tme/mte anymore?
my T4 had a tme exhaust on it and it was very well made and nice sound but i looked on their site last year i think and it said something like not supplied to UK. it used to be nordic years ago when i bought mine.
graham, we do a jetex cat back system just to confuse you with more options . it is the same system as sold with bsr logo as well because they are made by simons.
Post 650889 by partsforvolvos.com on 2013-10-08 09:07:31
i had this turbo gauge mounted in my t4 graham. - becuase it is not chav ! looked pretty good alongside the oe dials.
it £43 from demon tweeks, and u can get white or black face. you might find it cheaper as well.
i mounted it on a pillar mount, but cut off the mounting leg to be very thin so it slid down the edge of the dash and wasnt sticking out as far as they can do.
Post 650894 by jamesy12345 on 2013-10-08 09:42:19
[QUOTE=partsforvolvos.com;650888]i have a question out of curiosity , is there actually a uk outlet for tme/mte anymore?
my T4 had a tme exhaust on it and it was very well made and nice sound but i looked on their site last year i think and it said something like not supplied to UK. it used to be nordic years ago when i bought mine.
graham, we do a jetex cat back system just to confuse you with more options . it is the same system as sold with bsr logo as well because they are made by simons.[/QUOTE]
I think Kalmar Union do them?? I just sourced mine from TME direct, shipped from Sweden......easy peasy process and really good quality/fit but yeah expensive relative to the value of the car now. It's a good system - loud when you want it to be, pretty quiet cruising
Edit: nope, I’m talking out of my erse, the KU website has only Ferrita listed
Post 650900 by graemewelch on 2013-10-08 10:29:50
who needs TWE when you can have GWE
Post 650905 by jamesy12345 on 2013-10-08 10:39:16
[QUOTE=graemewelch;650900]who needs TWE when you can have GWE[/QUOTE]
well I didn't know you at the time :P
Post 650948 by Harvey on 2013-10-08 12:50:20
[QUOTE=partsforvolvos.com;650888]i have a question out of curiosity , is there actually a uk outlet for tme/mte anymore?
my T4 had a tme exhaust on it and it was very well made and nice sound but i looked on their site last year i think and it said something like not supplied to UK. it used to be nordic years ago when i bought mine.
graham, we do a jetex cat back system just to confuse you with more options . it is the same system as sold with bsr logo as well because they are made by simons.[/QUOTE]
Have a look on eBay Europe site ,got my one from Polar parts I think they are in Germany.
Post 652809 by V70 Graham on 2013-10-15 14:29:41
Apart from the do88.se intercooler which should be on the way to me in the next day or two, I've just arranged for another mod to be delivered.....any guesses (I think I told Ian yesterday, but he's worn to secrecy lol)
Post 652810 by partsforvolvos.com on 2013-10-15 14:57:07
lightened and balanced seatbelts ?
Post 652811 by M-R-P on 2013-10-15 15:03:17
Acoustically tuned glove box :)
Post 652814 by partsforvolvos.com on 2013-10-15 15:30:01
nodding dog?
extra bottle of polish ?
Post 652815 by M-R-P on 2013-10-15 15:36:40
Bicycle clips and brown trousers?
Post 652816 by jamesy12345 on 2013-10-15 15:53:28
Supercharged magic tree?
Post 652822 by LeeT5 on 2013-10-15 16:41:12
Pipe and slippers??
Post 652824 by V70 Graham on 2013-10-15 17:00:11
Actually some of those are not bad ideas !
Let's just say that whatever it is will need to be fitted very accurately for me to be happy and that I have wanted this done ever since I bought the car.
Post 652825 by M-R-P on 2013-10-15 17:04:37
woohoo! I guessed it :)
Post 652829 by V70 Graham on 2013-10-15 17:20:53
[QUOTE=M-R-P;652825]woohoo! I guessed it :)[/QUOTE]
:shhh:
Post 652831 by stribo on 2013-10-15 17:27:23
Bi-focal windscreen.
Post 652834 by V70 Graham on 2013-10-15 17:34:03
[QUOTE=stribo;652831]Bi-focal windscreen.[/QUOTE]
Spot on mate.....only a few more years before you'll be needing one too lol
Post 653537 by iancho on 2013-10-18 06:45:13
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;652809]Apart from the do88.se intercooler which should be on the way to me in the next day or two, I've just arranged for another mod to be delivered.....any guesses (I think I told Ian yesterday, but he's worn to secrecy lol)[/QUOTE]
NO YOU DIDN'T TELL ME!!!!! You told me about the intercooler..... I drive all that way and miss the juicy gossip!
We have to much to talk about that's the problem!
Post 657047 by V70 Graham on 2013-10-30 15:03:12
Just a quick update, I've decided NOT to fit the do88.se intercooler to the car, on my ME7 car it's going to be a very tight fit and I might have to do without the a/c, I spoke to MRG this morning (they did Rudeboy's yesterday) and they say it's a pig of a job and took them 5 hours, granted that did include removing his a/c but fair play to them as they honoured the quote thay gave him :B_thumb:
They also said that the standard intercooler should be up to the job (even with a new exhaust) and tbh if they hadn't have come up at such a good price I wouldn't have thought of getting one.
A forum member has expressed his interest in the cooler so he has first dibs, if he doesn't want it I'll be putting a 'for sale' post up.
I still have one very important 'mod' to do this week.....piccy's tomorrow :redface:
Post 657055 by mr shifter on 2013-10-30 15:15:42
Ooohhh, is MRP assisting?
Post 657057 by V70 Graham on 2013-10-30 15:28:05
[QUOTE=mr shifter;657055]Ooohhh, is MRP assisting?[/QUOTE]
Let's just say he will be present lol, this is probably the most important mod I'll ever do tbh, and I need to have a chat with M-R-P anyway, some things are better face to face lol
Post 657069 by mr shifter on 2013-10-30 15:40:51
See you at Martins tomorrow then.
Post 657070 by M-R-P on 2013-10-30 16:12:02
beware - little MRP will be present so don't leave any shiny stuff lying around if you don't want it taped to a Tonka toy ;)
Post 657072 by expolicev70t5 on 2013-10-30 16:33:25
Have you changed the sweeds name then?? to Tonka :lol:
Post 657078 by oblark on 2013-10-30 16:53:55
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;657047]Just a quick update, [COLOR="#FF0000"]I've decided NOT to fit the do88.se intercooler to the car[/COLOR], on my ME7 car it's going to be a very tight fit and I might have to do without the a/c, I spoke to MRG this morning (they did Rudeboy's yesterday) and they say it's a pig of a job and took them 5 hours, granted that did include removing his a/c but fair play to them as they honoured the quote thay gave him :B_thumb:
They also said that the standard intercooler should be up to the job (even with a new exhaust) and tbh if they hadn't have come up at such a good price I wouldn't have thought of getting one.
A forum member has expressed his interest in the cooler so he has first dibs, if he doesn't want it I'll be putting a 'for sale' post up.
I still have one very important 'mod' to do this week.....piccy's tomorrow :redface:[/QUOTE]
Atleast you changed your mind before fitting it this time :)
Post 657080 by V70 Graham on 2013-10-30 16:58:09
[QUOTE=oblark;657078]Atleast you changed your mind before fitting it this time :)[/QUOTE]
Hahahaha wonder what Martin would have said if I let him fit it and then changed my mind.....answers on a postcard.
Post 657089 by stribo on 2013-10-30 17:29:57
So there'll be a do88.se intercooler up for sale for £500 then. ;)
Post 657097 by V70 Graham on 2013-10-30 17:38:12
[QUOTE=stribo;657089]So there'll be a do88.se intercooler up for sale for £500 then. ;)[/QUOTE]
Nope.....already gone mate.
Post 657103 by stribo on 2013-10-30 17:52:48
To whom?
Post 657104 by M-R-P on 2013-10-30 17:53:23
[QUOTE=expolicev70t5;657072]Have you changed the sweeds name then?? to Tonka :lol:[/QUOTE]
that's the starlet mate.
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;657080]Hahahaha wonder what Martin would have said if I let him fit it and then changed my mind.....answers on a postcard.[/QUOTE]
you'd be eating it mate :uglyhamme
Post 657107 by stribo on 2013-10-30 17:56:34
[QUOTE=M-R-P;657104]that's the starlet mate.
you'd be eating it mate :uglyhamme[/QUOTE]
To be fair he eats everything else, bar salad. :hilarious
Post 657150 by AndysR on 2013-10-30 19:41:49
I fail to see why the cooler is tight whilst retaining the a/c...? Fingers crossed you don't blow an end tank off your standard cooler otherwise you'll be cursing the day you sold this.. Lol
Don't worry I'll be keeping my old standard intercooler for the time being :)
Post 657174 by V70 Graham on 2013-10-30 21:13:10
[QUOTE=stribo;657103]To whom?[/QUOTE]
Mr Biff :shhh:
Post 657175 by V70 Graham on 2013-10-30 21:14:00
[QUOTE=AndysR;657150]I fail to see why the cooler is tight whilst retaining the a/c...? Fingers crossed you don't blow an end tank off your standard cooler otherwise you'll be cursing the day you sold this.. Lol
[/QUOTE]
Oh mine is sure to go as soon as I send mine off to it's new owner.....s*d's law :redface:
Post 657202 by Biff on 2013-10-30 22:51:53
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;657175]Oh mine is sure to go as soon as I send mine off to it's new owner.....s*d's law :redface:[/QUOTE]
I hope you have no trouble Graham or my guilty conscience will kick in. :(
Thanks for giving me dibs, my intercooler looks like it's been at the bottom of the sea after 300,000 miles of all weathers. I really was dreading telling mrs biff it was another £300 part. The bullion will live another year (I hope).
Post 657219 by iancho on 2013-10-31 00:15:18
You made the right choice mate.... I'd miss my A/C too much it's all part of owning a high end Volvo :)
Good luck with it Dave your like a blasted magpie at the moment! :B_thumb:
Post 657225 by Biff on 2013-10-31 00:37:40
[QUOTE=iancho;657219]You made the right choice mate.... I'd miss my A/C too much it's all part of owning a high end Volvo :)
Good luck with it Dave your like a blasted magpie at the moment! :B_thumb:[/QUOTE]
Gotta grab the bargains Ian, hopefully all the shiney bits will make the difference. Lol
Post 657230 by iancho on 2013-10-31 00:58:42
[QUOTE=Biff;657225]Gotta grab the bargains Ian, hopefully all the shiney bits will make the difference. Lol[/QUOTE]
lol, they will mate :)
You carry on, i'm enjoying seeing the Bullion being spoilt!
Post 657237 by stribo on 2013-10-31 07:03:52
[QUOTE=iancho;657219]You made the right choice mate.... I'd miss my A/C too much it's all part of owning a high end Volvo :)
Good luck with it Dave your like a blasted magpie at the moment! :B_thumb:[/QUOTE]
You don't have to lose the A/C to fit the intercooler though, Graham's just being a tart. TBH it wouldn't have made his car quicker than mine anyway, so I guess he's settled for being Captain Slow. ;)
Post 657318 by V70 Graham on 2013-10-31 18:20:40
Today's handiwork, took a while but I got round to it in the end.....
Post 657338 by stribo on 2013-10-31 19:15:59
It's on the wrong car. :P
Post 657340 by V70 Graham on 2013-10-31 19:22:37
[QUOTE=stribo;657338]It's on the wrong car. :P[/QUOTE]
I might have changed the names in the V5's when I changed the plates.
Post 657344 by stribo on 2013-10-31 19:33:37
But you didn't, as you mentioned it at the Vine on Sunday. :P
Post 657349 by V70 Graham on 2013-10-31 19:42:52
[QUOTE=stribo;657344]But you didn't, as you mentioned it at the Vine on Sunday. :P[/QUOTE]
:doh:
Post 657465 by V70 Graham on 2013-11-01 09:09:40
Post 657478 by mr shifter on 2013-11-01 10:48:07
Nearly as straight as Martins number plate fitting.
Post 657630 by iancho on 2013-11-02 03:59:27
They both look great Graham and I DO remember you telling me all about them now when I visited you a couple of weeks ago....
Nothing like a nice Private Number Plate to show the car off even more, not only is your car perfection it's now ageless aswell !
I love the New look Graham! :B_thumb:
Post 664862 by V70 Graham on 2013-11-30 16:51:55
Just to let those of you who don't know, I'm definitely not fitting the intercooler to the car.
After chatting to Simon (deathrider311271) today and weighing up the positives and negatives I sold it at the 'Ace cafe' meet to Jim who will I'm sure put it to far greater use than I would have.
Post 664865 by graemewelch on 2013-11-30 16:55:19
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;664862]Just to let those of you who don't know, I'm definitely not fitting the intercooler to the car.
After chatting to Simon (deathrider311271) today and weighing up the positives and negatives I sold it at the 'Ace cafe' meet to Jim who will I'm sure put it to far greater use than I would have.[/QUOTE]
ya big daft southern softie. what put you off
Post 664867 by V70 Graham on 2013-11-30 17:06:55
[QUOTE=graemewelch;664865]ya big daft southern softie. what put you off[/QUOTE]
Hahaha actually it was partly Simon (a Northerner) saying it took him a day and a half and was a right pita to do.
To be totally honest Graeme, I am very happy with how the car is running and although there would have been a slight improvement in spool up from the new intercooler there are also things that could have gone wrong.....I wimped out and played safe :redface:
Post 664874 by graemewelch on 2013-11-30 17:24:32
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;664867]Hahaha actually it was partly Simon (a Northerner) saying it took him a day and a half and was a right pita to do.
To be totally honest Graeme, I am very happy with how the car is running and although there would have been a slight improvement in spool up from the new intercooler there are also things that could have gone wrong.....I wimped out and played safe :redface:[/QUOTE]
i can understand that but i hate being defeated by anything. car looks stunning in the meet pics by the way
Post 664878 by stribo on 2013-11-30 17:27:28
[QUOTE=graemewelch;664874]i can understand that but i hate being defeated by anything. car looks stunning in the meet pics by the way[/QUOTE]
It's not as if he'd be fitting it anyway, Martin or I would get that privilege. ;)
Post 664880 by graemewelch on 2013-11-30 17:29:05
[QUOTE=stribo;664878]It's not as if he'd be fitting it anyway, Martin or I would get that privilege. ;)[/QUOTE]
no wonder he sold it if hes waiting of you fitting it. his car will be tax exempt by the time you sort it out :uglyhamme
Post 664882 by V70 Graham on 2013-11-30 17:34:53
[QUOTE=graemewelch;664880]no wonder he sold it if hes waiting of you fitting it. his car will be tax exempt by the time you sort it out :uglyhamme[/QUOTE]
In all fairness to Martin and Steve I'm sure they would have managed to fit it should I have asked them to but us Southerners are poor, we can't afford heated garages with 2 post ramps to work in :redface:
Post 664886 by graemewelch on 2013-11-30 17:40:47
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;664882]In all fairness to Martin and Steve I'm sure they would have managed to fit it should I have asked them to but us Southerners are poor, we can't afford heated garages with 2 post ramps to work in :redface:[/QUOTE]
heated garage and ramp i wish. maybe one day. im not keen on the cold but you get used to it up here.
Post 664891 by stribo on 2013-11-30 17:43:27
[QUOTE=graemewelch;664880]no wonder he sold it if hes waiting of you fitting it. his car will be tax exempt by the time you sort it out :uglyhamme[/QUOTE]
:finger:
Post 664928 by Kingsford G on 2013-11-30 20:40:32
Graham,you have plenty of power and the car is very clean and looks the nuts mate,don`t mess around too much mate.
Post 664930 by V70 Graham on 2013-11-30 20:45:54
[QUOTE=Kingsford G;664928]Graham,you have plenty of power and the car is very clean and looks the nuts mate,don`t mess around too much mate.[/QUOTE]
.....it's very nearly done
Post 664950 by Wobbly Dave on 2013-11-30 21:14:12
One of the biggest improvements/gains was to fit the larger FMIC - but it really does depend what you want to end up with and what turbo choice you run with. You always struck me as more of a BKV type rather than a racer/tuner.
Post 664952 by stribo on 2013-11-30 21:17:20
[QUOTE=Wobbly Dave;664950]One of the biggest improvements/gains was to fit the larger FMIC - but it really does depend what you want to end up with and what turbo choice you run with. You always struck me as more of a BKV type rather than a racer/tuner.[/QUOTE]
I think his 1/4 mile times prove that. ;)
Post 664960 by V70 Graham on 2013-11-30 21:34:31
[QUOTE=Wobbly Dave;664950]One of the biggest improvements/gains was to fit the larger FMIC - but it really does depend what you want to end up with and what turbo choice you run with. You always struck me as more of a BKV type rather than a racer/tuner.[/QUOTE]
I'll be sticking with the 16t as it seems to do all I'll need, next up is the exhaust and after that it should be about done, it will never be the fastest car on the forum but it's not "all show and no go" it does move as those who've been in it will testify.
I set out to build on what was already a decent condition T5 and I think I have been sensible in the mods I've carried our (or M-R-P/stribo have carried out lol)
I'm very happy with both the stock look of the car and also the improved performance the remap, RIP kit and hopefully the exhaust/downpipe have/will make.
Post 664997 by BIG G on 2013-11-30 23:57:12
Dont blame ya graham, also a very expensive game with all the mods. As long as ur happy with the car thats all that counts. Im getting to that stage with mines too oh yh and Cant be arsed too lol.
Post 665375 by iancho on 2013-12-02 18:53:03
I'm Pleased to read that your not taking it any further Graham, your car is in a class of it's own as it is... would be a shame to ruin it.
Post 665425 by V70 Graham on 2013-12-02 19:46:38
[QUOTE=iancho;665375]I'm Pleased to read that your not taking it any further Graham, your car is in a class of it's own as it is... would be a shame to ruin it.[/QUOTE]
Already ruined it mate.....
http://www.vpcuk.org/forums/showthread.php?53618-Mini-custom-performance-exhaust-review&p=665424#post665424
Post 665428 by Kingsford G on 2013-12-02 19:51:05
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;664960]I'll be sticking with the 16t as it seems to do all I'll need, next up is the exhaust and after that it should be about done, it will never be the fastest car on the forum but it's not "all show and no go" it does move as those who've been in it will testify.
I set out to build on what was already a decent condition T5 and I think I have been sensible in the mods I've carried our (or M-R-P/stribo have carried out lol)
I'm very happy with both the stock look of the car and also the improved performance the remap, RIP kit and hopefully the exhaust/downpipe have/will make.[/QUOTE]
Its a good turbo mate,bigger ones more lag.
Post 665431 by merc85 on 2013-12-02 19:54:06
I reckon your car will get quicker and quicker bud, its still very low mileage, and probably still stiff. awesome car mate your struggle to see a cleaner straighter one for sure ;)
Post 665532 by AndysR on 2013-12-02 21:14:42
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;665425]Already ruined it mate.....
http://www.vpcuk.org/forums/showthread.php?53618-Mini-custom-performance-exhaust-review&p=665424#post665424[/QUOTE]
A mere bump in the road of car ownership, you'll get it resolved and it's not as if you can't revert back to how it was if the need arises, stunning car and clearly in the hands of the right person. ;)
Post 665534 by V70 Graham on 2013-12-02 21:20:01
[QUOTE=AndysR;665532]A mere bump in the road of car ownership, you'll get it resolved and it's not as if you can't revert back to how it was if the need arises, stunning car and clearly in the hands of the right person. ;)[/QUOTE]
Thanks mate but from where I'm sitting it don't feel like that.....I've ££££ed up, just need to save for an original replacement now.
Post 665537 by Nealevo on 2013-12-02 21:23:15
Graham, I think most of my noise had come from removal of the cat, as I only have 1 box at the back, I have a standard DP with cat here, if you want to refit that and just make yours a cat back system. FOC to you..
Post 665540 by V70 Graham on 2013-12-02 21:25:13
[QUOTE=Nealevo;665537]Graham, I think most of my noise had come from removal of the cat, as I only have 1 box at the back, I have a standard DP with cat here, if you want to refit that and just make yours a cat back system. FOC to you..[/QUOTE]
Thanks mate, I'll see what happens next week.
Post 665576 by AndysR on 2013-12-02 22:05:43
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;665534]Thanks mate but from where I'm sitting it don't feel like that.....I've ££££ed up, just need to save for an original replacement now.[/QUOTE]
Was your old system shot? Could that not be refitted? Either that or offer a swap for someone who has a decent standard system and some cash your way? I know it's easy for me to say at this stage but it's not an irreversible mod and can easily be undone so panic not ;)
Post 665582 by merc85 on 2013-12-02 22:22:22
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;665540]Thanks mate, I'll see what happens next week.[/QUOTE]
If your frontpipe/cat is off the 850 it wont fit grahams as his car has 2 two lambda's and is 3" from the turbo
Post 665583 by stribo on 2013-12-02 22:24:55
And has angle flange turbo.
Post 665584 by merc85 on 2013-12-02 22:26:06
[QUOTE=stribo;665583]And has angle flange turbo.[/QUOTE]
off course as its 3" not 2.5 which is the straight
Post 665586 by stribo on 2013-12-02 22:31:34
[QUOTE=merc85;665584]off course as its 3" not 2.5 which is the straight[/QUOTE]
Well, you specified it had 2 lambdas and was 3", which obviously it would be if it had 2 lambdas. :P
Post 665587 by merc85 on 2013-12-02 22:35:32
i wasnt specifiying anything, i was pointing out a couple differences, shall we go into the diameter of the box and shape also the internals of the me7 cat which is quite abit different to the internals of a 850 one?
Post 665588 by graemewelch on 2013-12-02 22:35:53
think everyone is getting abit ahead of them selves. im sure the company will sort the exhaust for graham. its probobly just been a case of one of the lesser experienced fitters built his system. im sure all will be corrected next week. if worst comes to the worst ill send graham on of my silencers for him to try as i know this would cure the droaning.
Post 665628 by Nealevo on 2013-12-03 07:27:38
[QUOTE=merc85;665582]If your frontpipe/cat is off the 850 it wont fit grahams as his car has 2 two lambda's and is 3" from the turbo[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=stribo;665583]And has angle flange turbo.[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=merc85;665584]off course as its 3" not 2.5 which is the straight[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=stribo;665586]Well, you specified it had 2 lambdas and was 3", which obviously it would be if it had 2 lambdas. :P[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=merc85;665587]i wasnt specifiying anything, i was pointing out a couple differences, shall we go into the diameter of the box and shape also the internals of the me7 cat which is quite abit different to the internals of a 850 one?[/QUOTE]
OK OK OK i was only trying to help in his time of need... you two need to get a room lol
Post 665632 by iancho on 2013-12-03 07:56:30
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;665425]Already ruined it mate.....
http://www.vpcuk.org/forums/showthread.php?53618-Mini-custom-performance-exhaust-review&p=665424#post665424[/QUOTE]
Gutted mate, just read the thread... They WILL fix it mate... When I had mine done I could have it as Loud or a Quite as I wanted.
Post 667946 by V70 Graham on 2013-12-10 17:29:36
Back on track now guy's, exhaust seems to be just fine now, mind Anne has said no more mod's.....ever !
Post 667970 by Wobbly Dave on 2013-12-10 17:58:27
Best close this thread (like I believe that will happen). 19T next and a new remap. LOL
Post 667974 by V70 Graham on 2013-12-10 18:02:44
[QUOTE=Wobbly Dave;667970]Best close this thread (like I believe that will happen). 19T next and a new remap. LOL[/QUOTE]
You've met Anne, and she says no more lol
Post 667976 by T5frankie on 2013-12-10 18:03:42
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;667974]You've met Anne, and she says no more lol[/QUOTE]
wuss
Post 667978 by V70 Graham on 2013-12-10 18:05:49
[QUOTE=T5frankie;667976]wuss[/QUOTE]
Yup
Post 667983 by Wobbly Dave on 2013-12-10 18:10:32
I give it a year. Tops.
Post 668062 by Harvey on 2013-12-10 19:50:50
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;667974]You've met Anne, and she says no more lol[/QUOTE]
I think that means what she knows about....
Post 668064 by stribo on 2013-12-10 19:53:46
What you need now is a better intercooler, oh you had one and sold it. :uglyhamme
Post 668078 by Jim S70R on 2013-12-10 20:19:49
That's great news that you've now managed to get the exhaust sorted and that your now once again happy with the old girl.
Post 668131 by martybelfastt5 on 2013-12-10 21:53:42
Great to hear your back on track graham:pimp2:
Post 668132 by V70 Graham on 2013-12-10 21:55:48
[QUOTE=Jim S70R;668078]That's great news that you've now managed to get the exhaust sorted and that your now once again happy with the old girl.[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=martybelfastt5;668131]Great to hear your back on track graham:pimp2:[/QUOTE]
Now just the MIL light code P0422 to sort out......
Post 668159 by jdavis on 2013-12-11 03:57:13
Sure that will be something simple.
Post 672435 by Harvey on 2013-12-22 13:34:47
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;668132]Now just the MIL light code P0422 to sort out......[/QUOTE]
Any luck getting this sorted out yet.
Post 672439 by V70 Graham on 2013-12-22 13:40:36
[QUOTE=Harvey;672435]Any luck getting this sorted out yet.[/QUOTE]
Ah....I was hoping you wouldn't ask, all will be revealed later.
Post 672462 by Harvey on 2013-12-22 14:06:46
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;672439]Ah....I was hoping you wouldn't ask, all will be revealed later.[/QUOTE]
Later today or later this year.:funkybana
Post 672464 by V70 Graham on 2013-12-22 14:08:34
[QUOTE=Harvey;672462]Later today or later this year.:funkybana[/QUOTE]
If I get time later today, if not Tuesday latest.
Post 672647 by M-R-P on 2013-12-22 19:01:18
mug.
Post 672785 by stribo on 2013-12-22 21:14:23
[QUOTE=M-R-P;672647]mug.[/QUOTE]
I assume you know what he had planned.
Post 672794 by V70 Graham on 2013-12-22 21:21:39
[QUOTE=stribo;672785]I assume you know what he had planned.[/QUOTE]
He didn't, he only found out this afternoon.
Post 685097 by V70 Graham on 2014-01-28 16:18:32
About time I had some good news for a change and I'm pleased to report I've had a great day down with M-R-P doing a couple of small jobs on the car that weren't urgent but needed doing.
First up was the exhaust.....and thanks to Andy I now have a stainless tip to smarten it up, the old tip seemed to be sunk into the recess about 2-3 inches and after a bit of fabrication it now sticks out about an inch and a half, time will tell (along with any comments at the RR day) whether we reposition it flush or not.
Before and after pictures.....
Next up was the new air filter kindly donated by Iancho, the old one was starting to rust and wasn't looking it's best.
While I was on the phone, Martin decided to do something about the HID wiring kit that had been bugging him for ages, he started to rip bits off the car, laughing to himself every so often as my face started to look more worried :scared:
The results speak for themselves, where before there were relays tied to the induction kit, all became neat and tidy.....the lights still work too !
The air filter was squeezed into its new home and everything put back how it should be.....
Another thing I have been meaning to do is change the indicator bulbs over for some chrome ones, unfortunately I couldn't find the ones stribo gave me so I purchased some more.....
One thing that amazes me about M-R-P (and many others on the forum) is his ability to fix things cheaply and easily making use of any old bits he finds either in his toolbox or 'man cave' today, after it had been bothering me for over 2 years, he fixed my bonnet release which didn't fully open, it seemed not to open the n/s catch.....I'm still not quite sure how he did it, I'll let him fill you in on that.
Thanks again mate for a great day, had a laugh as always, and I'm sure what you told me about stribo can't possibly be true :hilarious
Post 685098 by partsforvolvos.com on 2014-01-28 16:29:13
how do you keep your car so clean in winter ?
Post 685099 by stribo on 2014-01-28 16:31:18
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;685097]About time I had some good news for a change and I'm pleased to report I've had a great day down with M-R-P doing a couple of small jobs on the car that weren't urgent but needed doing.
First up was the exhaust.....and thanks to Andy I now have a stainless tip to smarten it up, the old tip seemed to be sunk into the recess about 2-3 inches and after a bit of fabrication it now sticks out about an inch and a half, time will tell (along with any comments at the RR day) whether we reposition it flush or not.
Before and after pictures.....
Next up was the new air filter kindly donated by Iancho, the old one was starting to rust and wasn't looking it's best.
While I was on the phone, Martin decided to do something about the HID wiring kit that had been bugging him for ages, he started to rip bits off the car, laughing to himself every so often as my face started to look more worried :scared:
The results speak for themselves, where before there were relays tied to the induction kit, all became neat and tidy.....the lights still work too !
The air filter was squeezed into its new home and everything put back how it should be.....
Another thing I have been meaning to do is change the indicator bulbs over for some chrome ones, unfortunately I couldn't find the ones stribo gave me so I purchased some more.....
One thing that amazes me about M-R-P (and many others on the forum) is his ability to fix things cheaply and easily making use of any old bits he finds either in his toolbox or 'man cave' today, after it had been bothering me for over 2 years, he fixed my bonnet release which didn't fully open, it seemed not to open the n/s catch.....I'm still not quite sure how he did it, I'll let him fill you in on that.
Thanks again mate for a great day, had a laugh as always,[COLOR="#FF0000"] and I'm sure what you told me about stribo can't possibly be true[/COLOR] :hilarious[/QUOTE]
It is true, I have got a performance exhaust that doesn't drone, my chrome bulbs were fitted over 6 months ago, about the same time I gave you yours, and I have HIDs that don't need silly little resistors to work properly. :P
BTW glad to see you went down on the right Tuesday. ;)
Post 685100 by M-R-P on 2014-01-28 16:33:32
Hehe - that bloody bodge-job wiring was really annoying me so I thought it a good idea while Graham was occupied, swearing at another forum member, to do it all properly. Not a cable-tie or relay (or even a fuse carrier) in sight. Much nicer :)
So, bonnet catch... The cable appeared to be a little stretched and wasn't pulling the lever fully. I cut the washer section off a 5mm rivet, cut a slit in it and slid it over the bonnet cable, between the toggle and lever, effectively shortening the cable. I should've taken a couple of photos really as I doubt Graham's isn't the only car with this problem.
Had a giggle, as always, even though the lesbanians next door weren't there for graham to groom :)
Post 685101 by V70 Graham on 2014-01-28 16:33:46
[QUOTE=partsforvolvos.com;685098]how do you keep your car so clean in winter ?[/QUOTE]
Hahaha it's actually filthy Jamie, you can see in the top picture.....even more so I've done another 90 mile home !
Post 685102 by V70 Graham on 2014-01-28 16:36:57
[QUOTE=stribo;685099]It is true, I have got a performance exhaust that doesn't drone, my chrome bulbs were fitted over 6 months ago, about the same time I gave you yours, and I have HIDs that don't need silly little resistors to work properly. :P[/QUOTE]
Good answer my slim friend.
[QUOTE=stribo;685099]BTW glad to see you went down on the right Tuesday. ;)[/QUOTE]
As you know I soooo very nearly made the trip LAST week.....would have been embarrassing.
Post 685104 by jdavis on 2014-01-28 17:03:58
liking that filter!
Post 685110 by tichai on 2014-01-28 17:23:26
Bugger, if I'd known you two were loafing around today I could have popped over (with a top mount bush/bracket which needs fitting :D )
Hope Martin gave you a chocolate :)
Post 685111 by partsforvolvos.com on 2014-01-28 17:25:00
its worthers for Volvo drivers, not chocolate ..... lol
Post 685112 by V70 Graham on 2014-01-28 17:26:13
[QUOTE=tichai;685110]
Hope Martin gave you a chocolate :)[/QUOTE]
Martin gave me a Red Bull.....:flying:
Post 685113 by M-R-P on 2014-01-28 17:28:02
[QUOTE=tichai;685110]Bugger, if I'd known you two were loafing around today I could have popped over (with a top mount bush/bracket which needs fitting :D )
Hope Martin gave you a chocolate :)[/QUOTE]
She's hidden the choccies mate lol.
I'll be about later Jim, after 8pm
[QUOTE=partsforvolvos.com;685111]its worthers for Volvo drivers, not chocolate ..... lol[/QUOTE]
Worthers nonce nuggets, as endorsed by one Mr. G. Glitter ;)
Post 685114 by tichai on 2014-01-28 17:31:57
[QUOTE] I'll be about later Jim, after 8pm [QUOTE]
No problem mate, not even sure it has turned up yet until I get home :)
Post 685115 by M-R-P on 2014-01-28 17:34:37
[QUOTE=tichai;685114]
No problem mate, not even sure it has turned up yet until I get home :)[/QUOTE]
Cool, text me whenever mate :)
Post 685119 by stribo on 2014-01-28 17:49:00
[QUOTE=jdavis;685104]liking that filter![/QUOTE]
Give it a couple of weeks mate, and you'll be able to have it, Graham changes air filters more often than exhausts. ;)
Post 685140 by Jim S70R on 2014-01-28 18:58:45
Good work Graham or should I say Martin, that trim looks loads better than the tack you now get from the dealers, bulbs as Stribo said were well over due being changed!! Still looking cracking as always
Post 685142 by Kingsford G on 2014-01-28 19:11:26
Looking good Graham.Filter looks a lot better.
Post 685144 by V70 Graham on 2014-01-28 19:12:19
[QUOTE=Kingsford G;685142]Looking good Graham.Filter looks a lot better.[/QUOTE]
Thank you sir, you can see it yourself next weekend :wink:
Post 685149 by Kingsford G on 2014-01-28 19:17:29
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;685144]Thank you sir, you can see it yourself next weekend :wink:[/QUOTE]
Looking forward to mate.I changed about 8 Volvos since u had your and u kept perfecting yrs and look where she is now so what does that make me?
Post 685155 by V70 Graham on 2014-01-28 19:38:31
[QUOTE=Kingsford G;685149]Looking forward to mate.I changed about 8 Volvos since u had your and u kept perfecting yrs and look where she is now so what does that make me?[/QUOTE]
The car you have now is a decent one, lets see what the figures are.
Post 685156 by Jamest5r on 2014-01-28 19:41:54
One day I'll get mine looking good lol tailpipe looks spot on to me :)
Post 685157 by AndysR on 2014-01-28 19:45:15
Great work guys, trim looks miles better than what you had fitted and still genuine too, so fingers crossed it will stay ;)
Like the new air filter and chrome bulbs, wiring job was well executed MRP well done :)
Post 685256 by t5 pete on 2014-01-28 22:29:30
Looks great Graham
Post 685279 by Harvey on 2014-01-28 23:07:21
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;667974]You've met Anne, and she says no more lol[/QUOTE]
So was today under the radar.:hidesbehi
Post 685298 by V70 Graham on 2014-01-29 03:49:01
[QUOTE=Harvey;685279]So was today under the radar.:hidesbehi[/QUOTE]
Noooo today was 'maintenance' lol
Post 685403 by jdavis on 2014-01-29 20:10:23
Graham, don't suppose you happen to know what size inlet the filter cone is? Like the look of that
Post 685408 by stribo on 2014-01-29 20:13:26
[QUOTE=jdavis;685403]Graham, don't suppose you happen to know what size inlet the filter cone is? Like the look of that[/QUOTE]
You're asking Graham a technical question? :hilarious
Post 685420 by jdavis on 2014-01-29 20:32:56
[QUOTE=stribo;685408]You're asking Graham a technical question? :hilarious[/QUOTE]
I've got my hopes up...
Post 685425 by stribo on 2014-01-29 20:36:15
[QUOTE=jdavis;685420]I've got my hopes up...[/QUOTE]
Ask MRP ;)
Post 685432 by V70 Graham on 2014-01-29 20:46:31
[QUOTE=stribo;685408]You're asking Graham a technical question? :hilarious[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=jdavis;685420]I've got my hopes up...[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=stribo;685425]Ask MRP ;)[/QUOTE]
Hahahaha I've even called him to check but he must be busy lol
I think, and I'm sure he'll correct me if I'm wrong when he reads this it's 76mm
Post 685451 by V70 Graham on 2014-01-29 21:08:00
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;685432]
I think, and I'm sure he'll correct me if I'm wrong when he reads this it's 76mm[/QUOTE]
He got back to me lol, I was right 3" or 76mm
Post 685480 by M-R-P on 2014-01-29 22:37:30
sorry peeps... been decorating again :(
yep, deff 76mm.
Post 685527 by jdavis on 2014-01-30 10:40:55
Thanks guys. 80mm filter and bit of insulating tape it is then.
Post 685592 by M-R-P on 2014-01-30 17:23:37
[QUOTE=jdavis;685527]Thanks guys. 80mm filter and bit of insulating tape it is then.[/QUOTE]
The jubilee clip will tighten a rubber collar down onto 3" piping. If you're going for the same style filter Graham has now, I'd put 3 or 4 slits in the alloy collar and tighten it down with a nice big Mikalor clamp.
Post 704344 by M-R-P on 2014-04-18 15:38:47
Let's see if he gets them in the right order... Those were prewash...
Post 704346 by V70 Graham on 2014-04-18 15:41:48
I must say it was getting quite hot and I claim the first sunstroke of the season, head went a little red !
Anne is chuffed with her VAG, it hasn't been seen to for a number of years, and it's now in great condition.
What's next.....not saying, except that I have sent a couple of bits off to be 'tarted up' and have had a delivery from Jamie at PFV, hopefully all back and fitted before 'Swedish Day' :B_thumb:
Post 704359 by M-R-P on 2014-04-18 16:45:42
Actually...
1st two pics were pre-wash.
Next two were after a clay and cutting session,
And the rest were after the polish and wax.
Both cars looked stunning after a days work.
Post 704362 by graemewelch on 2014-04-18 17:03:33
looking very clean there. if i had of known yous were cleaning i would of dropped the R off for a good polish.
Post 704364 by JUDGENINJA on 2014-04-18 17:06:02
Good to see the love for your Volvo is back... I might get round to mine this weekend. It'll be a first in a long long time since it was washed by my fair hands.
Post 704367 by T5RatherAmusin on 2014-04-18 17:11:15
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;704340]Thought I'd better update the thread a little now the cars running well.
Here are the before pictures.....including some of Anne's VAG which M-R-P gave a good seeing to while I was busy :yikes:
[/QUOTE]
oooo errrr :lol:
Post 704370 by Harvey on 2014-04-18 17:24:21
Nice work there ,I hope to give mine a wash at some point soon.
Post 704374 by LiamT4 on 2014-04-18 17:51:24
[QUOTE=JUDGENINJA;704364]Good to see the love for your Volvo is back... I might get round to mine this weekend. It'll be a first in a long long time since it was washed by my fair hands.[/QUOTE]
I've not washed the s60 myself, since i got it in september.............did the wheels for the first time today and now i know how bad they are lol
Post 704376 by stribo on 2014-04-18 17:54:25
Giving the V70 a polish ready for selling it?
Post 704379 by M-R-P on 2014-04-18 18:00:22
I wonder if Graham's prepared to post a pic of Anne's manky vag before I gave it a seeing-to...
Post 704385 by V70 Graham on 2014-04-18 18:07:37
[QUOTE=JUDGENINJA;704364]Good to see the love for your Volvo is back...[/QUOTE]
Took Martin out for a spin Wednesday (he actually asked me to slow down !) and it's running well, hopefully when the 'bits' are back it will be looking good too.
Post 704388 by Sharkey R on 2014-04-18 18:10:03
Car is looking stunning Graham. What size mop heads have you got on yours?
Post 704392 by V70 Graham on 2014-04-18 18:14:10
[QUOTE=Sharkey R;704388]Car is looking stunning Graham. What size mop heads have you got on yours?[/QUOTE]
Same as yours I think, are they 7" ?
Post 704393 by V70 Graham on 2014-04-18 18:14:58
[QUOTE=M-R-P;704379]I wonder if Graham's prepared to post a pic of Anne's manky vag before I gave it a seeing-to...[/QUOTE]
Anne will be having a word in your ear next time she see's you.
Post 704401 by Sharkey R on 2014-04-18 18:23:38
Yeah mines 7". Think I need a new backing plate as the Velcro isn't holding the pads very well compared to when I first had it.
Post 704530 by jdavis on 2014-04-19 01:22:29
Incredibly shiny Graham! Good stuff!
Post 704590 by AndysR on 2014-04-19 14:10:03
Nice work guys, both cars looking spot on :)
Post 704766 by merc85 on 2014-04-19 22:56:16
Both looking superb mate :)
Post 706081 by V70 Graham on 2014-04-24 17:41:35
Went under the bonnet today for the start of some work to smarten it up before Swedish day/BKV
Not a great deal done, a little more silver paint and a rub over of the brake pipes.....and it looks like someone has stolen my engine covers :confused:
Post 706084 by stribo on 2014-04-24 17:46:43
A do88 intake pipe would finish that off nicely. ;) I guess the covers are having a spot of hydradipping.
Post 706087 by V70 Graham on 2014-04-24 17:49:50
[QUOTE=stribo;706084].....I guess the covers are having a spot of hydradipping.[/QUOTE]
All will be revealed.....patience my hairdressing friend :redface:
Post 706100 by M-R-P on 2014-04-24 18:54:27
Good effort there mate. I too have been busy. I'll send you a pic in a bit ;)
Post 706110 by t5 pete on 2014-04-24 19:32:46
Looking nice and clean
Post 706129 by Harvey on 2014-04-24 20:07:10
Looking very clean,will look forward to seeing the finished product.
Post 706168 by V70 Graham on 2014-04-24 20:46:08
[QUOTE=Harvey;706129]Looking very clean,will look forward to seeing the finished product.[/QUOTE]
Hopefully at Swedish day mate, I'll show you mine if you show me yours !
Post 706173 by Harvey on 2014-04-24 20:48:42
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;706168]Hopefully at Swedish day mate, I'll show you mine if you show me yours ![/QUOTE]
Err okay
Post 706221 by AndysR on 2014-04-24 22:24:48
Ooooh! Awaits updates with anticipation.... :)
Post 707335 by V70 Graham on 2014-04-28 23:32:43
Was sent this teaser pic from Jack today, hopefully receiving this tomorrow.....
Post 707338 by martybelfastt5 on 2014-04-28 23:37:03
ooh that looks fantastic!
Post 707340 by AndysR on 2014-04-28 23:39:26
Wow! Nice, is that new or retrimmed?
Post 707344 by soothingduck on 2014-04-28 23:47:10
Very very nice indeed
Post 707348 by V70 Graham on 2014-04-29 00:14:02
[QUOTE=AndysR;707340]Wow! Nice, is that new or retrimmed?[/QUOTE]
Retrimmed, hopefully I'll have some better pic's soon.
Post 707350 by theflyingbrick on 2014-04-29 00:20:51
now your gonna need some driving gloves or risk spoiling your new wheel :D
Post 707369 by AndysR on 2014-04-29 07:42:45
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;707348]Retrimmed, hopefully I'll have some better pic's soon.[/QUOTE]
Well it looks like new! Was it done by the same people/person who did Pete's T-5R steering wheel?
Post 707376 by Harvey on 2014-04-29 08:16:17
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;707348]Retrimmed, hopefully I'll have some better pic's soon.[/QUOTE]
Yes on the car !.looks spot on.
Post 707378 by V70 Graham on 2014-04-29 08:19:45
[QUOTE=AndysR;707369]Well it looks like new! Was it done by the same people/person who did Pete's T-5R steering wheel?[/QUOTE]
It was Andy, Jack at Royal Steering Wheels.
Post 707379 by expolicev70t5 on 2014-04-29 08:51:38
Graham your wheel looks great, im sure you will be pleased with it, as I love mine Jack does a top quality job
Post 707387 by stribo on 2014-04-29 10:06:54
Wheel (see what I did there :D) see how long this one stays on the car. :P
Post 707390 by V70 Graham on 2014-04-29 10:20:08
[QUOTE=stribo;707387]Wheel (see what I did there :D) see how long this one stays on the car. :P[/QUOTE]
Your jokes get worse.....and it's not on yet lol
Post 707394 by ExternalError on 2014-04-29 11:08:00
that looks the dogs danglies graham cant wait to see it in the flesh
Post 707410 by stribo on 2014-04-29 13:05:13
[QUOTE=ExternalError;707394]that looks the dogs danglies graham cant wait to see it in the flesh[/QUOTE]
Give it 3 weeks mate, it'll be up for sale.;)
Post 707412 by expolicev70t5 on 2014-04-29 13:10:03
:uglyhamme:hilarious:lol:
Post 707602 by V70 Graham on 2014-04-30 09:18:36
Received yesterday and I must say I'm very pleased, the quality of the stitching is very good, I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Jack to anyone thinking of having their wheel done, 12 days from start to finish and that included Easter !
http://royalsteeringwheels.com/
Post 707603 by volvokid on 2014-04-30 09:34:20
That's brilliant, does he do gear sticks too
Post 707604 by V70 Graham on 2014-04-30 09:37:27
[QUOTE=volvokid;707603]That's brilliant, does he do gear sticks too[/QUOTE]
I think so Martyn, iirc he did a gaitor for Pete when he got his wheel done, maybe drop him a text.
Post 707610 by Harvey on 2014-04-30 11:18:59
Nice .
Post 707613 by Wobbly Dave on 2014-04-30 11:55:50
Dare I ask how much?
Post 707614 by volvokid on 2014-04-30 12:43:40
It's just something to thing about. I would like the gear stick in the saffy done in suede
Post 707616 by stribo on 2014-04-30 13:03:05
[QUOTE=Wobbly Dave;707613]Dare I ask how much?[/QUOTE]
At least wait for him to start a for sale thread before asking for a price. :hilarious
Post 707632 by V70 Graham on 2014-04-30 15:10:16
It was £110 Dave, I think the wheels without inserts are a tenner cheaper.
Has to be seen though, the quality is top class.
Post 707643 by partsforvolvos.com on 2014-04-30 16:32:06
lovely rim graham.
Post 707644 by M-R-P on 2014-04-30 16:41:27
[QUOTE=partsforvolvos.com;707643]lovely rim graham.[/QUOTE]
Can you tell from there...?
Post 707670 by AcidicDavey on 2014-04-30 19:00:49
Definitely getting a wheel done for mine now, sounds like great value to me :)
Post 707689 by AndysR on 2014-04-30 19:51:13
Top job, it looks faultless and well worth the money, I take it that the material is real leather? :)
Post 707737 by V70 Graham on 2014-04-30 22:23:32
[QUOTE=AndysR;707689].....I take it that the material is real leather? :)[/QUOTE]
I hope so, it certainly smells of cow lol
Post 707789 by V70 Graham on 2014-05-01 10:03:53
Just need my plastics back now.....sent them off 14 days ago :(
Post 707795 by volvokid on 2014-05-01 10:11:01
What's being done to them, sorry if its been said on here before.
Post 707796 by Harvey on 2014-05-01 10:11:21
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;707737]I hope so, it certainly smells of cow lol[/QUOTE]
Which end of the cow.
Post 707797 by stribo on 2014-05-01 10:11:40
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;707789]Just need my plastics back now.....sent them off 14 days ago :([/QUOTE]
Ah, sorry about that, I phoned them up, and changed the design. They'll now have the faces of Morgan Freeman and Jessica Tandy on them. :D
Post 707802 by M-R-P on 2014-05-01 10:17:41
[QUOTE=volvokid;707795]What's being done to them, sorry if its been said on here before.[/QUOTE]
I know :)
I had to steer him away from carbon...
Post 707812 by V70 Graham on 2014-05-01 10:52:40
[QUOTE=volvokid;707795]What's being done to them, sorry if its been said on here before.[/QUOTE]
Can't say.....it's a secret lol
Post 707813 by M-R-P on 2014-05-01 10:58:06
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;707812]Can't say.....it's a secret lol[/QUOTE]
But it's gonna look the puppy's privates ;)
Post 707814 by V70 Graham on 2014-05-01 11:00:51
[QUOTE=Harvey;707796]Which end of the cow.[/QUOTE]
Not sure but there's a hole in the leather lol
Post 707819 by oblark on 2014-05-01 11:58:26
[QUOTE=M-R-P;707813]But it's gonna look the puppy's privates ;)[/QUOTE]
What small and wrinky :)
Post 707823 by RollingThunder on 2014-05-01 12:23:47
My V70R FWD wheel is like that with the woody upgrade spec... do you know if the wood was available in other shades? For example I've seen a pic of a redder wood in a V70 SE that looked good but thats been the only time I've seen any other shade. My V70R AWD has the bog std non woody wheel so I'll have to transfer the current woody one or get one in a different colour if I can (I'm doing a semi-custom interior makeover when I get the time)
Ta :)
Post 707826 by partsforvolvos.com on 2014-05-01 12:32:01
original options for a p1 v70 steering wheel :
Steering wheel, light beige, leather 1.00 9192621 CODE 3X60
Steering wheel, light grey, leather 1.00 8628372
Steering wheel, grey, leather 1.00 9192622 CODE 3X70, 2974
Steering wheel, oak, leather 1.00 OP 9192623 CODE 3X90, 3X80
Steering wheel, oak 1.00 OP 9192623 CODE 1x88
Steering wheel, red, walnut, leather 1.00 9192624
Steering wheel, wood, black, leather, wood 1.00 9192625
Steering wheel, red walnut, leather 1.00 8628368 (9192624)
Steering wheel, light beige leather 1.00 8628366 CODE 3X60, (9192621)
Gcp steering wheel, beige leather 1.00 9191247 -1998 S70R V70R
Steering wheel, soft leather, sport 1.00 8628370 1999- S70R/V70R, CODE 2774
Gcp steering wheel, grey, leather, black suede 1.00 3524146 -1998, S70R,V70R
Steering wheel, standard 1.00 9157266
Steering wheel, walnut, black 1.00 9173437 (9475292)
Steering wheel, walnut, red 1.00 KN (8623069)(9173438)
Steering wheel, birch 1.00 9192626 -1998
Steering wheel, birch 1.00 9173439 1998-
u did ask .......
Post 707962 by AcidicDavey on 2014-05-01 21:08:52
Intrigued... They gone in for some dipping? Confused.
Probably going to get mine done in a glossy carbon effect (yes I know!)
Post 707968 by stephenevans99 on 2014-05-01 21:21:27
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;707789]Just need my plastics back now.....sent them off 14 days ago :([/QUOTE]
Did they go to Aquagraphix? If so, they're running a little behind due to two bereavements.
Post 708011 by V70 Graham on 2014-05-01 22:49:05
[QUOTE=stephenevans99;707968]Did they go to Aquagraphix? If so, they're running a little behind due to two bereavements.[/QUOTE]
Yes, and I appreciate that.....though they still have not even got the film in stock, let alone primered my parts.
Hopefully I will have a positive update by Tuesday as I won't be a happy bunny if I don't have them back for Swedish day.
Post 708092 by stephenevans99 on 2014-05-02 12:00:28
I'm absolutely POSITIVE they won't let you down Graham.....AquaGraphix have been superb with me and are probably a victim of their own success - they won't let you down mate.
Post 708101 by V70 Graham on 2014-05-02 12:41:00
They won't.....just had an e-mail saying the film is in and promising to get them back to me for next weekend.
Post 708112 by Harvey on 2014-05-02 13:34:02
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;708101]They won't.....just had an e-mail saying the film is in and promising to get them back to me for next weekend.[/QUOTE]
Sounds like a plan coming together.
Post 708114 by stephenevans99 on 2014-05-02 13:37:43
I told them to look after you matey ;)
Post 708128 by V70 Graham on 2014-05-02 15:14:05
[QUOTE=stephenevans99;708114]I told them to look after you matey ;)[/QUOTE]
Thanks, I appreciate it.....looks like I'm being looked after.
Post 708139 by ExternalError on 2014-05-02 15:50:48
are you getting your plastics done in this to match your steering wheel
http://www.aquagraphix.co.uk/product/dark-walnut/
or embracing your inner chav
http://www.aquagraphix.co.uk/product/sticker-bomb-50cm/
or hoping this will increase the value of your car ready for sale
http://www.aquagraphix.co.uk/product/dollar-bills-50cm/
Joking aside the wheel looks nice and cant wait to see the plastics, stephens were great so I'm definatley cant wait to see your results
Post 708146 by M-R-P on 2014-05-02 16:22:47
Wrong on all 3 there stu, and if they look crap it's my fault... I had to steer him away from carbon with something lol
Post 708147 by stephenevans99 on 2014-05-02 16:23:02
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;708128]Thanks, I appreciate it.....looks like I'm being looked after.[/QUOTE]
Is that sarcasm or a genuine thankyou? lol
Post 708163 by V70 Graham on 2014-05-02 17:14:34
[QUOTE=stephenevans99;708147]Is that sarcasm or a genuine thankyou? lol[/QUOTE]
Genuine....and they have just sent me a picture.
Post 708175 by Sharkey R on 2014-05-02 18:48:13
I heard the graphics were loads of smiling snails wearing a flat cap to symbolise your commitment to speed when you're driving Graham ;p
Post 708203 by Harvey on 2014-05-02 20:16:05
[QUOTE=Sharkey R;708175]I heard the graphics were loads of smiling snails wearing a flat cap to symbolise your commitment to speed when you're driving Graham ;p[/QUOTE]
Sounds like you got some insider information from somewhere !.
Will have to investigate this.
Post 708243 by V70 Graham on 2014-05-02 22:00:06
[QUOTE=Sharkey R;708175]I heard the graphics were loads of smiling snails wearing a flat cap to symbolise your commitment to speed when you're driving Graham ;p[/QUOTE]
Not even close, my hairy palmed friend :haha:
Post 708246 by Sharkey R on 2014-05-02 22:01:35
Couldn't resist ;p
Post 708251 by AcidicDavey on 2014-05-02 22:07:06
I'm so stumped as to what it can be if you're putting the wood wheel on?????
Post 708261 by Wobbly Dave on 2014-05-02 22:37:40
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;707632]It was £110 Dave, I think the wheels without inserts are a tenner cheaper.
Has to be seen though, the quality is top class.[/QUOTE]
I fancy a recovering of alcantera.
Post 708262 by V70 Graham on 2014-05-02 22:52:25
[QUOTE=Wobbly Dave;708261]I fancy a recovering of alcantera.[/QUOTE]
I don't think they cover people lol
Post 708263 by V70 Graham on 2014-05-02 22:53:34
Anything can be done, drop him a call/text.....you won't regret it.
Post 708264 by t5 pete on 2014-05-02 22:59:05
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;708262]I don't think they cover people lol[/QUOTE]
pmsl
Post 708276 by volvokid on 2014-05-03 02:21:44
[QUOTE=Wobbly Dave;708261]I fancy a recovering of alcantera.[/QUOTE]
Full alcantera Dave? That would look good, that's what I would do with the P2 and have the space ball done too. I'm sure the P2 R prototype was done this way.
Post 708301 by T5RatherAmusin on 2014-05-03 09:04:44
funny you should say that- ive got a load of alcantara here. gonna be doing my speedo cover panel and pillars.
there was a gaiter set available but i cant seem to find it now tbh.
also the tailgate and boot carpet panels in it...was thinking of doing the glove box init too but think it may be too much lol
Post 708306 by V70 Graham on 2014-05-03 09:18:45
I think someone did the dash top in alcantara to stop the awful glare.
Post 708308 by stribo on 2014-05-03 09:24:52
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;708306]I think someone did the dash top in alcantara to stop the awful glare.[/QUOTE]
I was thinking about it, only problem is although you lose the glare it's a dust magnet, and not as easy to clean.
Post 708309 by T5frankie on 2014-05-03 09:28:47
you can buy matt polish
Post 708311 by stribo on 2014-05-03 09:30:16
[QUOTE=T5frankie;708309]you can buy matt polish[/QUOTE]
What, to stop the glare, if so where from?
Post 708318 by T5RatherAmusin on 2014-05-03 09:43:07
ye looks good for the ph1s as they have just the top peice of the dash. as the ph2 dash is a 1 peice i just think itll look odd if you know what i mean :/
Post 708319 by claymore on 2014-05-03 09:52:04
Nealevo did it on a couple of dashes, but the hot sun just melted the glue and it just all bubbled up over time :(, I didn't even get round to fitting mine :(, so I think I'm going to flock mine.
Post 708321 by JUDGENINJA on 2014-05-03 09:54:02
[QUOTE=stribo;708311]What, to stop the glare, if so where from?[/QUOTE]
My dashboard shine has instructions for a matt or polished finish... One method you spray and wipe instantly, the other you spray and leave for a minute or two. I'm out of the country so I can't go to the garage to read it in full.
Post 708322 by T5RatherAmusin on 2014-05-03 09:55:55
something like 3m 90 adhesive would be good for it - extra strong and heat resistant like...
Post 708328 by V70 Graham on 2014-05-03 10:08:28
[QUOTE=JUDGENINJA;708321]My dashboard shine has instructions for a matt or polished finish... One method you spray and wipe instantly, the other you spray and leave for a minute or two. [COLOR="#FF0000"]I'm out of the country [/COLOR]so I can't go to the garage to read it in full.[/QUOTE]
I bet your only in Wales :P
Post 708337 by JUDGENINJA on 2014-05-03 10:36:49
...Belgium....!
Post 708888 by V70 Graham on 2014-05-04 21:37:48
I claim the 2nd lot of sunstroke of the year.....I really should take a hat out with me :mad:
Anne and myself went down to Poole today to annoy the Peachey's, whilst there it would have been rude not to give M-R-P a few little jobs.
Before shots of the header tank and steering wheel.....
Post 708889 by V70 Graham on 2014-05-04 21:39:00
As the coolant hadn't been changed since we'd had the car a full flush was required.....
Post 708891 by V70 Graham on 2014-05-04 21:44:40
As well as the new header tank/cap we also changed the dipstick/tube, oil filler cap, pas tank cap and washer bottle cap.....
We also gave the engine bay a semi-detail in preperation for next weeks 'Swedish Day' and the upcoming Southern BKV.
Note : The engine covers are only temporary, mine will be back from AquaGraphix this week :redface:
Post 708893 by merc85 on 2014-05-04 21:46:15
Mecca is the other way mr MRP lol :B_blite:
Post 708894 by V70 Graham on 2014-05-04 21:46:42
Drum roll please :band:
Ladies and Gentlemen, I present to you.....a steering wheel
Post 708895 by t5 pete on 2014-05-04 21:47:33
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;708889]As the coolant hadn't been changed since we'd had the car a full flush was required.....
[/QUOTE]
Is that mrp having a strange coloured pee doctors time me thinks and never mind peeing in the road I day light and you southerners say were rough up here
Post 708896 by merc85 on 2014-05-04 21:48:01
Looking mighty fine Graham :) job well done mr MRP ;)
Post 708897 by merc85 on 2014-05-04 21:48:59
Steering wheel finishes off the interior trim nice bud :)
Post 708899 by t5 pete on 2014-05-04 21:50:05
And awesome work the wood wheels always finish the interior off
Post 708903 by Nealevo on 2014-05-04 21:53:05
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;708306]I think someone did the dash top in alcantara to stop the awful glare.[/QUOTE]
Yep, me, i also did my roof lining and a/bc pillars, the dash top peeled off in the sun, cheap glue, but it did look good.
Post 708908 by graemewelch on 2014-05-04 21:54:59
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;708891]As well as the new header tank/cap we also changed the dipstick/tube, oil filler cap and washer bottle cap.....
We also gave the engine bay a semi-detail in preperation for next weeks 'Swedish Day' and the upcoming Southern BKV.
Note : The engine covers are only temporary, mine will be back from AquaGraphix this week :redface:
[/QUOTE]
please turn the pas cap so the writing is the correct way
Post 708912 by V70 Graham on 2014-05-04 21:58:21
[QUOTE=graemewelch;708908]please turn the pas cap so the writing is the correct way[/QUOTE]
It is the same way as the coolant reservoir writing :P
Post 708915 by M-R-P on 2014-05-04 22:01:41
[QUOTE=merc85;708893]Mecca is the other way mr MRP lol :B_blite:[/QUOTE]
Hahahaha, spat me drink at me phone!
Great day today. The work on the car went really well, better than any work I've done on Graham's car in fact. Made me suspicious tbh lol. There were a few extra little jobs (insignificant really but needed doing) and they also went perfectly. We finished hours before I planned so we spaced the afternoon out a bit (we sent the women and lil M-R-P out to the beach for sone peace and quiet) and had a laugh baiting the lesbanian next door, laughing at the retards across the road and generally enjoying the sunshine.
All finished with fish n chips from one of the country's finest fish bars.
Great day.
Post 708916 by merc85 on 2014-05-04 22:05:03
sounds like you guys had a good day :) cars looking very nice :)
Post 708918 by M-R-P on 2014-05-04 22:07:51
[QUOTE=merc85;708916]sounds like you guys had a good day :) cars looking very nice :)[/QUOTE]
He wouldn't let me wash it tho.
Post 708924 by V70 Graham on 2014-05-04 22:19:12
[QUOTE=M-R-P;708918]He wouldn't let me wash it tho.[/QUOTE]
It was/still is dusty, but as I'm not planning using it much this week it will have to wait till Saturday for its bath....bit like me really !
Post 708925 by graemewelch on 2014-05-04 22:19:56
Lesbians, cars and fish n chips. Perfect day
Post 709078 by AndysR on 2014-05-05 12:45:58
Bay looks factory fresh guys, work well done. Steering wheel looks the nuts to but then I think I already said that... Lol
Post 709084 by stribo on 2014-05-05 12:56:05
You need the matching gear knob now. ;)
Post 709120 by V70 Graham on 2014-05-05 15:02:31
[QUOTE=stribo;709084]You need the matching gear knob now. ;)[/QUOTE]
I do and there's 50p reward for whoever funds one for me !
Post 709128 by oblark on 2014-05-05 16:13:22
[QUOTE=AndysR;709078]Bay looks[COLOR="#FF0000"] factory fresh [/COLOR]guys, work well done. Steering wheel looks the nuts to but then I think I already said that... Lol[/QUOTE]
Clean but not factory fresh.
Post 709146 by stribo on 2014-05-05 17:49:20
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;709120]I do and there's 50p reward for whoever funds one for me ![/QUOTE]
I've got one on the cabbie. :D
Post 709148 by V70 Graham on 2014-05-05 18:03:49
[QUOTE=stribo;709146]I've got one on the cabbie. :D[/QUOTE]
Surely you jest my bestest friend ever.
Do you have a picture ?
Post 709150 by oblark on 2014-05-05 18:15:44
[QUOTE=stribo;709146]I've got one on the cabbie. :D[/QUOTE]
But the car is now owned by the insurance company.
Post 709171 by stribo on 2014-05-05 19:06:08
[QUOTE=oblark;709150]But the car is now owned by the insurance company.[/QUOTE]
Not until they pay us the money.
Post 709172 by stribo on 2014-05-05 19:07:34
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;709148]Surely you jest my bestest friend ever.
Do you have a picture ?[/QUOTE]
It's not perfect, as there's a couple of chips, but it's not bad.
Post 709179 by expolicev70t5 on 2014-05-05 19:14:54
Car is looking mighty fine, wish mine was as tidy as yours
Post 709187 by V70 Graham on 2014-05-05 19:35:34
[QUOTE=expolicev70t5;709179]Car is looking mighty fine, wish mine was as tidy as yours[/QUOTE]
Hopefully it will look a bit better after a wash next week.
Post 709362 by V70 Graham on 2014-05-06 14:59:26
[QUOTE=stribo;709172]
It's not perfect, as there's a couple of chips, but it's not bad.[/QUOTE]
I need that knob.....
Post 709363 by expolicev70t5 on 2014-05-06 15:08:45
:hilarious:hilarious
Post 709366 by Sharkey R on 2014-05-06 15:23:46
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;709362]I need that knob.....[/QUOTE]
Who reckons Annemarie posted this comment on Graham's behalf? ;p
Post 709369 by stribo on 2014-05-06 16:47:02
[QUOTE=Sharkey R;709366]Who reckons Annemarie posted this comment on Graham's behalf? ;p[/QUOTE]
Graham did text me last night to say Annemarie wanted my knob.
Post 709373 by V70 Graham on 2014-05-06 17:27:38
[QUOTE=stribo;709369]Graham did text me last night to say Annemarie wanted my knob.[/QUOTE]
It's true, she was quite happy with the knob I had, but when she saw Steve's she knew she had to have it !
Post 710216 by stribo on 2014-05-09 15:13:00
Have you thrown up over your engine.?
Post 710217 by merc85 on 2014-05-09 15:13:34
Graham.........
Post 710218 by V70 Graham on 2014-05-09 15:14:07
[QUOTE=stribo;710216]Have you thrown up over your engine.?[/QUOTE]
Your just jealous I didn't go for Saffy lol
Post 710221 by expolicev70t5 on 2014-05-09 15:16:36
Its different!
Post 710222 by stribo on 2014-05-09 15:17:21
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;710218]Your just jealous I didn't go for Saffy lol[/QUOTE]
Would have been better than puke lol, MRP had something to do with this didn't he, I bet he's in hysterics that you went for it.
Post 710223 by merc85 on 2014-05-09 15:18:06
Looks very good quality, but really isnt in keeping with the car's character imho. Didnt see that sort of thing coming but if you like it thats also cool.
Post 710225 by jamesy12345 on 2014-05-09 15:21:07
Very artistic :)
Post 710227 by V70 Graham on 2014-05-09 15:23:44
[QUOTE=merc85;710223]Looks very good quality, but really isnt in keeping with the car's character imho. Didnt see that sort of thing coming but if you like it thats also cool.[/QUOTE]
Appreciate your comments Gav, I just wanted to steer away from the normal Black covers, I promise it does grow on you lol
Post 710228 by merc85 on 2014-05-09 15:27:48
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;710227]Appreciate your comments Gav, I just wanted to steer away from the normal Black covers, I promise it does grow on you lol[/QUOTE]
no one liked my RIP kit on the last car but i did, and looked good imo in the flesh. Yours may well be the same sort of thing buddy.
As long as you like it thats what matter's, would be boring if we were all the same. :)
Post 710229 by expolicev70t5 on 2014-05-09 15:34:54
Thing is you can always put new covers on if you change your mind so its not irreversible
Post 710230 by V70 Graham on 2014-05-09 15:35:35
[QUOTE=expolicev70t5;710229]Thing is you can always put new covers on if you change your mind so its not irreversible[/QUOTE]
Exactly.....very easy to get a totally different look.
Post 710233 by stribo on 2014-05-09 15:47:11
[QUOTE=expolicev70t5;710229]Thing is you can always put new covers on if you change your mind so its not irreversible[/QUOTE]
That's guaranteed to happen, most of Graham's mods don't stay on the car long. Lol
Post 710234 by oblark on 2014-05-09 15:49:16
You paid for THAT.......
My 6 month old grandson cold have made a better job of it.
I think you shot yourself in the foot with those cover coz these no way you can enter BKV now.
Post 710235 by partsforvolvos.com on 2014-05-09 15:49:28
bloody nora, didn't expect that!
I think its awesome
Post 710237 by M-R-P on 2014-05-09 15:53:52
It looks a lot better in the flesh guys. Honest!
How many of you are looking at the pics on your phones? Have another look on a bigger screen and you'll see what I mean.
They look bloody superb.
Post 710238 by V70 Graham on 2014-05-09 15:55:28
[QUOTE=oblark;710234]You paid for THAT.......
My 6 month old grandson cold have made a better job of it.
I think you shot yourself in the foot with those cover coz these no way you can enter BKV now.[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=partsforvolvos.com;710235]bloody nora, didn't expect that!
I think its awesome[/QUOTE]
Nothing like differing opinions eh lol
Post 710239 by Biff on 2014-05-09 15:59:43
[QUOTE=merc85;710228]no one liked my RIP kit on the last car but i did, and looked good imo in the flesh. Yours may well be the same sort of thing buddy.
As long as you like it thats what matter's, would be boring if we were all the same. :)[/QUOTE]
I did! I copied. ;)
Each to they're own on the covers as per everyone's reaction. They're very different & not what I expected Graham. ;)
Looks very professional & a great finish.
I usually go a bit mental with colours under the bonnet as it's the only part you don't see every day. I like it. :)
Those crazy samco hoses would look wild matched up with them.
Post 710240 by ExternalError on 2014-05-09 16:03:45
Looks alright to be fair as Biff says its good to go a little wild under the bonnet.
Post 710241 by T5RatherAmusin on 2014-05-09 16:08:10
Good effort on being a lil different dude. Not for me this. You may get away with it if it was just the spark cover done.
Post 710242 by partsforvolvos.com on 2014-05-09 16:09:01
[QUOTE=oblark;710234]You paid for THAT.......
My 6 month old grandson cold have made a better job of it.
I think you shot yourself in the foot with those cover coz these no way you can enter BKV now.[/QUOTE]
you definitely put yourself in the modified section now graham
Post 710244 by Nealevo on 2014-05-09 16:10:12
Looks good Graham, not to everyone's taste but as ive said before its your car (well the wife's) as long as you're happy that's all that matters. See you Sunday.
Post 710245 by partsforvolvos.com on 2014-05-09 16:10:52
[QUOTE=T5RatherAmusin;710241]Good effort on being a lil different dude. Not for me this. You may get away with it if it was just the spark cover done.[/QUOTE]
your wing is a bit like that for me ian, looks nice but not sure I would do it myself.
Post 710246 by T5RatherAmusin on 2014-05-09 16:12:31
[QUOTE=partsforvolvos.com;710245]your wing is a bit like that for me ian, looks nice but not sure I would do it myself.[/QUOTE]
What you mean my wing? The silver wing?
Post 710247 by stephenevans99 on 2014-05-09 16:12:34
Pleased to hear they got them back to you in time.....top lads and lasses at Aquagraphix.
Post 710248 by oblark on 2014-05-09 16:13:44
[QUOTE=M-R-P;710237]It looks a lot better in the flesh guys. Honest!
How many of you are looking at the pics on your phones? Have another look on a bigger screen and you'll see what I mean.
They look bloody superb.[/QUOTE]
I have........
And looks even worse on a bigger screen.
Post 710249 by Harvey on 2014-05-09 16:14:26
I will Give my opinion on Sunday.
Post 710250 by partsforvolvos.com on 2014-05-09 16:25:07
the silver with stripe I saw
Post 710251 by T5RatherAmusin on 2014-05-09 16:27:36
[QUOTE=partsforvolvos.com;710250]the silver with stripe I saw[/QUOTE]
Lol
Ye couldn't get a wing in the same colour. Silver was the next best thing lol. Stripes come from Bordem lol
Post 710258 by stribo on 2014-05-09 16:56:01
[QUOTE=M-R-P;710237]It looks a lot better in the flesh guys. Honest!
How many of you are looking at the pics on your phones? Have another look on a bigger screen and you'll see what I mean.
They look bloody superb.[/QUOTE]
You would say that, you talked him into that design. :P I'm not doubting the quality, it's just I don't think that design suits Graham's car.
Post 710262 by M-R-P on 2014-05-09 17:09:13
[QUOTE=stribo;710258]You would say that, you talked him into that design. :P I'm not doubting the quality, it's just I don't think that design suits Graham's car.[/QUOTE]
I suggested that design but I also suggested chrome but Graham's a big boy and is (usually) capable of making up his own mind.
Post 710270 by stribo on 2014-05-09 17:43:40
[QUOTE=M-R-P;710262]I suggested that design but I also suggested chrome but Graham's a big boy and is (usually) capable of making up his own mind.[/QUOTE]
Since when has he been capable of making up his own mind?
Post 710271 by V70 Graham on 2014-05-09 17:45:20
[QUOTE=stribo;710270]Since when has he been capable of making up his own mind?[/QUOTE]
Since Martin told me I was !
Post 710286 by MIKESC70T5 on 2014-05-09 18:52:36
Ermmmm, it's different and I think it would look okay on a car which was heavily modified in all departments, but as yours is so tidy and mainly o.e. looking it looks out of place in my opinion, but it's your car and if your happy with it, that's all that matters.
Post 710302 by V70 Graham on 2014-05-09 19:43:37
A good few replies and as expected it's a 'Marmite' kinda thing, your either gonna like it or your not.
Obviously when you look at a pattern on the computer it's difficult to work out exactly how it's going to look on the car, it was something I wanted to try and I'm glad I have, at the end of the day it's only a set of plastics and if ever I feel the need to change them I can do so with minimal outlay.
But for now, as they are obviously getting to a few of you, they are staying :banana:
Post 710316 by artfulflounder on 2014-05-09 20:22:41
It does look good graham. As you say they're only plastics but its very individual.
Brings the engine bay to life and highlights how clean it all is.
Oh and steering wheel looks a cracking job but didnt want to comment before as I remember one of the last posts regarding one.lol
Post 710376 by AcidicDavey on 2014-05-09 22:44:47
Bloody hell, that's knocked me for 6!
Ok, I'm not keen, seems like some sort of thing found on a Skyline or similar (says the lad with a stickerbombed Volvo!) but heck it's one hell of a statement! Think, with this you're ALWAYS going to get a reaction when you open the bonnet now, if you went for carbon or something people would barely bat an eyelid...
Post 710379 by t5 pete on 2014-05-09 23:01:17
Erm glad you like them Graham
Post 710383 by Wobbly Dave on 2014-05-09 23:11:56
Not sure why you'd want it to look like something heavy like a marble worktop or worse a headstone. Not my cup of tea but if you like it then fair play.
I applaud the individuality mind.
Post 710386 by ExternalError on 2014-05-09 23:20:02
[QUOTE=Wobbly Dave;710383]Not sure why you'd want it to look like something heavy like a marble worktop or worse a headstone. Not my cup of tea but if you like it then fair play.
I applaud the individuality mind.[/QUOTE]
its so he has an an excuse for going slow the marble engine bay adds a ton don't you know
Post 710396 by cherrywaves on 2014-05-09 23:47:07
Nice....ish. good job. Shiny, shiny, shiny engine. Now jealous. Er. Much more jealous-er.
Can they dip entire cars yet?.......
Post 710397 by stribo on 2014-05-09 23:47:24
[QUOTE=ExternalError;710386]its so he has an an excuse for going slow the marble engine bay adds a ton don't you know[/QUOTE]
In that case he should have got it done before he took to the strip, it would have explained his slow times. ;)
Post 710400 by ExternalError on 2014-05-10 00:07:25
he's going faster than me at the mo tbh developed a boost leak today checked for loose pipes and they are all tight so suspecting a crack in the pipework somewhere between maf and throttle body
Post 710406 by volvokid on 2014-05-10 03:52:06
Yeah that's certainly different, not to my taste BUT they will be easy to maintain and will always look good. Have you put wax on them?
Post 710413 by JUDGENINJA on 2014-05-10 08:26:04
Looks like a granite kitchen work top..!! If that was the look you are going for then you've succeeded... After all IKEA is Swedish.
It reminds me of the modified Japanese cars..
Post 710417 by S70T5Chris on 2014-05-10 08:47:21
If you like it, then that's all that matters mate! The quality looks superb, i'd like to see it in the flesh.
I wonder how long lasting it will be?
Post 710462 by ExternalError on 2014-05-10 11:18:19
[QUOTE=JUDGENINJA;710413]Looks like a granite kitchen work top..!! If that was the look you are going for then you've succeeded... After all IKEA is Swedish.
It reminds me of the modified Japanese cars..[/QUOTE]
We he did say he wanted an engine bay so clean you could eat your dinner off it
Post 710463 by AndysR on 2014-05-10 11:19:02
Well what can I say, the quality looks top notch and that quality echoes throughout the car so from a quality point of view it complements your time effort and and MRP's efforts too ;)
As for the colour and style I don't personally think it's in keeping with the rest of the car and the image that the overall car has but it's your car and you like them so does anything I say really matter? No of course not, your happy and that's all that counts, oh and the Hydrographic trims are easy to maintain so will make keeping the engine bay looking fresh easier than before :)
Post 710474 by LeeT5 on 2014-05-10 11:34:36
Looks great, not my cup of tea.
Post 710625 by theflyingbrick on 2014-05-10 20:18:19
I like it!! its nice to see an engine bay that's not your usual chrome covered with shiny hoses combo,i applaud your efforts graham and I know your not too bothered but don't listen to the haters lol
Post 727839 by V70 Graham on 2014-08-04 14:00:27
Time for an update me thinks.
Took the car to work this morning and on the way home I took a detour to my local friendly MOT garage.....
I needn't have worried, no problems bar some slight play in a n/s anti-roll bar ball joint, something for after our holidays.
All sorted for another year !
Post 727840 by JUDGENINJA on 2014-08-04 14:02:20
Well done.... Sorting the Yellow one now... It isn't going to be as straight forwards I think..
Post 727842 by M-R-P on 2014-08-04 15:42:09
Another year sorted and a reflection on your determination to keep the car as near perfect as you can mate.
Well done!
:beer:
Post 727852 by V70 Graham on 2014-08-04 17:05:13
[QUOTE=M-R-P;727842]Another year sorted and a reflection on [COLOR="#FF0000"]our[/COLOR] determination to keep the car as near perfect as you can mate.
Well done!
:beer:[/QUOTE]
Changed that for you mate, ya know I'd struggle without you.
Post 727853 by V70 Graham on 2014-08-04 17:06:14
It is strange though how I have another anti-roll bar joint playing up, I thought I changed these 2 years ago for the uprated ones !
Post 727854 by V70 Graham on 2014-08-04 17:08:11
On another note (and without multi quoting) I am looking at possibly having the bonnet sprayed after our holidays, I have asked one bodyshop for a quote but if anyone knows anywhere they could recommend (knowing how fussy I am) please let me know.
Post 727861 by stribo on 2014-08-04 17:39:05
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;727854]On another note (and without multi quoting) I am looking at possibly having the bonnet sprayed after our holidays, I have asked one bodyshop for a quote but if anyone knows anywhere they could recommend (knowing how fussy I am) please let me know.[/QUOTE]
You should ask Doorman, his paintwork's immaculate. :P
Post 727870 by M-R-P on 2014-08-04 18:43:50
There's a place down here that's really good but they ain't cheap.....
....and they're down here lol.
Post 727878 by Nealevo on 2014-08-04 19:36:17
I know someone graham, but as you know he isn't the cheapest but his work is 10/10
Post 727879 by V70 Graham on 2014-08-04 19:42:59
[QUOTE=Nealevo;727878]I know someone graham, but as you know he isn't the cheapest but his work is 10/10[/QUOTE]
I have seen his work on your car Neil and it is top notch, if you get a chance could you pm me his details please.
Post 727880 by Nealevo on 2014-08-04 19:45:25
http://greghowell.co.uk
have a look at the pics. He has 100s of trophy's in the shop
Post 728356 by Sharkey R on 2014-08-07 18:56:41
Mate don't go for the cheapest, when it comes to paint, go for who comes with great recommendations!
Post 728372 by Harvey on 2014-08-07 20:13:29
The best way is look at the cars that are ready to be handed back to the customers and you Will soon tell !.
Post 729774 by V70 Graham on 2014-08-15 18:35:21
Received this in the post today, another good job from AquaGraphix, it looks a bit red in the picture but I think it will go with the interior just fine.....
Post 729777 by M-R-P on 2014-08-15 18:39:42
I wonder if they would've put some number transfers on there prior to the laquer..?
Looks like a nice job tho mate.
Post 729779 by V70 Graham on 2014-08-15 19:00:32
[QUOTE=M-R-P;729777]I wonder if they would've put some number transfers on there prior to the laquer..?
Looks like a nice job tho mate.[/QUOTE]
I did think of asking but decided against it, I think I'll work out where the different gears are lol
Post 729794 by Sharkey R on 2014-08-15 20:03:29
Forward and back is all you need. You don't need more than 3rd and 4th :)
Post 729797 by stribo on 2014-08-15 20:12:20
Looks good mate, though as Sarkey San has said, it's a bit redundant with your driving. ;)
Post 729798 by V70 Graham on 2014-08-15 20:15:45
[QUOTE=Sharkey R;729794]Forward and back is all you need. You don't need more than 3rd and 4th :)[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=stribo;729797]Looks good mate, though as Sarkey San has said, it's a bit redundant with your driving. ;)[/QUOTE]
There is a word for people like you two....
Post 729801 by Kingsford G on 2014-08-15 20:18:08
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;729798]There is a word for people like you two....[/QUOTE]
Tell them Graham :)
Post 729806 by stribo on 2014-08-15 20:20:13
The word he's looking for is "correct" ;)
Post 729809 by V70 Graham on 2014-08-15 20:20:57
[QUOTE=stribo;729806]The word he's looking for is "correct" ;)[/QUOTE]
Almost....well it does begin with a 'c'
Post 729984 by V70 Graham on 2014-08-16 19:46:54
Not a 100% match but it will do just fine.....
Post 729985 by V70 Graham on 2014-08-16 19:48:05
Am I sad ?
Post 729987 by stephenevans99 on 2014-08-16 19:57:14
Your knob looks great ;) not sure of the key fob - a bit 'car boot' if you ask me lol
Post 729989 by Harvey on 2014-08-16 20:12:20
[QUOTE=stephenevans99;729987]Your knob looks great ;) not sure of the key fob - a bit 'car boot' if you ask me lol[/QUOTE]
I think it's best to keep the car key on its own so it won't rattle or mark the paintwork, it can sometimes upset the immobiliser chip in the key to receiver. But that's just me sorry.
PS got a link for it .....:)
Post 729998 by M-R-P on 2014-08-16 20:43:18
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;729985]Am I sad ?
[/QUOTE]
Yes :D
Post 729999 by stribo on 2014-08-16 20:50:37
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;729985]Am I sad ?
[/QUOTE]
So you took a perfectly good gearknob, that had one small chip in it, but had the numbers on it, and matched your interior, and got it dipped in a different colour wood effect that now hides the numbers. You could have done that with your plastic one. :slap:
Oh, and yes, very sad. :P
Post 730006 by V70 Graham on 2014-08-16 21:06:53
[QUOTE=stribo;729999]So you took a perfectly good gearknob, that had one small chip in it, but had the numbers on it, and matched your interior, and got it dipped in a different colour wood effect that now hides the numbers. You could have done that with your plastic one. :slap:
Oh, and yes, very sad. :P[/QUOTE]
But then my lardy arsed friend, I wouldn't have my original knob to put back on when I decide I don't like the wood one (thought I'd say it before you did)
Post 730008 by V70 Graham on 2014-08-16 21:09:32
[QUOTE=Harvey;729989]
PS got a link for it .....:)[/QUOTE]
Can't post links from the phone, search fleabay for item : 111402713015
Post 730012 by stribo on 2014-08-16 21:27:25
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;730006]But then my lardy arsed friend, I wouldn't have my original knob to put back on when I decide I don't like the wood one (thought I'd say it before you did)[/QUOTE]
No, my shiny headed chum, but, you can get the plastic ones easily, from any scrappy.
Post 733406 by V70 Graham on 2014-09-05 08:24:04
I also changed the 'knob' over for the wood effect one, doesn't 100% match but I think it's better than the Grey one.....what do you think ?
Post 733407 by M-R-P on 2014-09-05 08:26:26
Go on... post the "other" pic... I know you want to.
Post 733409 by V70 Graham on 2014-09-05 08:30:36
[QUOTE=M-R-P;733407]Go on... post the "other" pic... I know you want to.[/QUOTE]
'Other' pic ?
I'm not sure what you mean mate....
Post 733410 by AshDVS on 2014-09-05 08:41:16
I kinda liked the wacky green covers. :)
Post 733411 by M-R-P on 2014-09-05 08:43:14
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;733409]'Other' pic ?
I'm not sure what you mean mate....[/QUOTE]
Yeah right lol ;)
[QUOTE=AshDVS;733410]I kinda liked the wacky green covers. :)[/QUOTE]
Agreed.
Post 733418 by V70 Graham on 2014-09-05 09:34:53
So.....who want's to see the 'other' pic ?
Post 733419 by t5 pete on 2014-09-05 10:04:56
About time looks much better than the puke ones
Post 733420 by Harvey on 2014-09-05 10:05:24
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;733418]So.....who want's to see the 'other' pic ?[/QUOTE]
Graham you need to be careful in case of thread gets too obscene it might get a locked !.
And by the way covers look ok, now looks plain ? ,will have a look Sunday .
Post 733421 by V70 Graham on 2014-09-05 10:07:34
[QUOTE=t5 pete;733419]About time looks much better than the puke ones[/QUOTE]
What do you think of my knob Pete ?
Post 733422 by stribo on 2014-09-05 10:51:32
Looks loads better, though shame about the gear knob being a different colour. I've seen the other photo, I didn't expect my knob to be treated that badly.;)
Post 733442 by partsforvolvos.com on 2014-09-05 13:17:14
I liked the green ones.
Post 733443 by V70 Graham on 2014-09-05 13:23:22
Looks like opinion is divided.....
Post 733446 by t5 pete on 2014-09-05 13:24:30
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;733421]What do you think of my knob Pete ?[/QUOTE]
Its turned a funny colour pmsl
Post 733447 by T5RatherAmusin on 2014-09-05 13:25:41
Shoulda had it done in wood like your interior lol
The Green wouldv been fine with just the engine cover done
The other bits green where jus too much
Post 733448 by V70 Graham on 2014-09-05 13:30:19
[QUOTE=t5 pete;733446]Its turned a funny colour pmsl[/QUOTE]
Are you surprised seeing as what it went through.....
Post 733449 by M-R-P on 2014-09-05 13:31:20
W@nk3R
Post 736875 by V70 Graham on 2014-09-24 14:19:36
Took the car for a spin to MRG in Chippenham this morning to have them fit a couple of new droplinks and a new aux belt, I must say they are a very friendly bunch.
Free WiFi and several offers of Tea/Coffee (no biscuits though) along with a few comments commenting me on the condition of the car, I can see why so many people travel to them.
Car of course now drives spot on, and just in case there was a 'book' running on it I got them to change the 'wooden' gear knob back to the factory one as it wasn't a 100% match :redface:
Post 736890 by stribo on 2014-09-24 15:31:33
You paid someone to change a pair of droplinks and an aux belt. :slap: a chimp could do that, though apparently not JamesT5. I can't believe you ruined a perfectly good wood gear knob.
Post 736891 by V70 Graham on 2014-09-24 15:36:46
[QUOTE=stribo;736890]You paid someone to change a pair of droplinks and an aux belt. :slap: a chimp could do that, though apparently not JamesT5. I can't believe you ruined a perfectly good wood gear knob.[/QUOTE]
As my local indie closed down last year I thought I'd try them out, and as they weren't difficult jobs they didn't take long meaning a low labour bill.
As for the wooden knob it's in better condition than when you gave it to me with a gouge in it :P
Pick on V70 Graham day today is it lol
Post 736894 by stribo on 2014-09-24 15:47:17
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;736891]As my local indie closed down last year I thought I'd try them out, and as they weren't difficult jobs they didn't take long meaning a low labour bill.
As for the wooden knob it's in better condition than when you gave it to me with a gouge in it :P
Pick on V70 Graham day today is it lol[/QUOTE]
Yes it is. :P If you'd have done the jobs yourself you'd have had no labour bill.;) The gear knob only had a small chip at the back which you couldn't see, and worked a lot better than the caliper you gave me. :P
Post 736895 by V70 Graham on 2014-09-24 15:57:29
[QUOTE=stribo;736894]Yes it is. :P If you'd have done the jobs yourself you'd have had no labour bill.;) The gear knob only had a small chip at the back which you couldn't see, [COLOR="#FF0000"]and worked a lot better than the caliper you gave me. [/COLOR]:P[/QUOTE]
Hahaha let's get this straight.....you barged into my house, marched me to the shed, took my old calliper (to which you were welcome) and now moan it wasn't any good :slap: I'm not going to win am I ?
Post 736896 by volvokid on 2014-09-24 16:02:46
Shut up Graham :p love your badly napper.
Post 736902 by stribo on 2014-09-24 17:36:01
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;736895]Hahaha let's get this straight.....you barged into my house, marched me to the shed, took my old calliper (to which you were welcome) and now moan it wasn't any good :slap: I'm not going to win am I ?[/QUOTE]
Now it didn't quite happen like that did it? Unlike you pestering me for my knob, which I gave you (you're quite welcome to it :) ) and then moan it's got a little chip in it, who can't win? :D
Post 736918 by Biff on 2014-09-24 19:36:01
Graham your the only person I know who modify's the car for it only to end up standard. Lol
You must have money to burn!
Car does look well though I must admit. ;)
Post 742699 by V70 Graham on 2014-10-16 11:46:53
[QUOTE=Biff;736918]Graham your the only person I know who modify's the car for it only to end up standard. Lol
[/QUOTE]
Latest on the plastics, I have gone back to stock for the time being, though the 'green marble' engine covers will be making an appearance again at some point.
Post 742701 by V70 Graham on 2014-10-16 11:48:24
Also removed the tax disc, thanks Lee, a decent razor blade did the trick.
Post 742703 by V70 Graham on 2014-10-16 11:50:51
[QUOTE=Biff;736918]You must have money to burn! [/QUOTE]
Funds were getting a bit low :P so I have 'rented' out the gloss black plastics to M-R-P, what do you think ?
Post 742707 by M-R-P on 2014-10-16 12:25:53
Looks awesome under the sweeds bonnet now, thanks Graham ;)
Post 742721 by M-R-P on 2014-10-16 13:15:54
A couple more shots..
I think my next mod will be a new header tank. The one that's in there isn't looking too clever.
Post 742726 by oblark on 2014-10-16 13:31:45
Needs some coloured pipes.
Post 742729 by M-R-P on 2014-10-16 13:40:29
[QUOTE=oblark;742726]Needs some coloured pipes.[/QUOTE]
Was thinking of white coolant pipes, maybe when I change the bottle.
Post 742730 by massivewangers on 2014-10-16 13:41:32
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;742699]Latest on the plastics, I have gone back to stock for the time being, though the 'green marble' engine covers will be making an appearance again at some point.
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That looks ace!
Post 743959 by AshDVS on 2014-10-22 11:13:32
Gloss black plastics look good.
Not sure about the quasi-CF wrapped brace though.
Post 743976 by M-R-P on 2014-10-22 12:16:31
[QUOTE=AshDVS;743959]Gloss black plastics look good.
Not sure about the quasi-CF wrapped brace though.[/QUOTE]
Yeah, the wrap was part of a previous theme. Doesn't really fit now but don't have the heart to rip it all off again. It was a nightmare to put on there.
I've a few more bits to do in the bay so I might sort it...
Post 744468 by Saaamon on 2014-10-24 23:08:41
I think it looks really good with standard plastics, bet that engine bay wasn't as clean as that when it was first built.
Now it lookes like this.....
I am very pleased, not only with how the new wheels and tyres look but also with all the work done this weekend, car really does handle a lot better and is quieter on the road..... :B_thumb:
Now it's over to you lot lol.....what ya think of those wheels love em or hate em ?
To these.....
6000k 35w. Make sure you use the correct bulb for projector type headlamp NOT reflector type.
Like i said, the beam pattern was razor sharp and was absolutely incredible at night. :smile:
more on that later.
here's how we started...
then off with a few bits and bobs and started fitting the New shiny thing while running New vac hoses.
now, the DO88 MAF to turbo pipe isn't designed to fit on a bsr optiflow system so I had to make/modify some 3" ally pipe to connect the two together...
coupled together with some sturdy reinforced rubber pipe...
and because the DO 88 pipe doesn't come with any means to diffuse the airflow across the MAF or protect the MAF from debris so I ripped the gause from the MAF housing and fitted it between the 2 pipes..
all coming together...
done!
in all, it went pretty well and I didn't loose too much blood lol. I'll let Graham explain the difference it's made ;)
another great afternoon spent working on a fantastic car with good mate - a great end to a bloody hard few weeks lol.
My old M3's, perforated leather sides, napa leather top and bottom and tri colour stitching.
