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I’d been wanting to fix my small clock for almost 2 years now but it was one of those things I kept putting off. The clock stops running at temps under ~50°F as I understand due to 2 old dried out capacitors. I purchased the capacitors from allelectronics.com 2 years ago along with some other components that I intended to use to retro-fit keyless entry to my 940. Anyway, the caps you need are 100uF 16V electrolytic (can style). Available at radioshack as well...
Can you draw a white line across both metal parts and see if the line separates after use or squeal.
Dan
Finally got this finished and it runs well using KN needles and red springs. A small clearance issue between clutch master cyl. and air filter. Need to fabricate an offset filter plate. Good power increase about the same as the last efi I drove and no flat spots. I need to get it on a dyno.
Hey Mark,
I've done the same with my car in regards to the IAC valve, but the most reasonable place I have found to get a new one is German Auto Parts. They have a genuine VDO valve for $171.00.
http://www.germanautoparts.com/Volvo/1992/740NT/F2/851/12813264
Still not cheap, but better than 315. I plan to get a new one myself when finances permit.
Hope this finds you well,
Jon 'Uncle Olaf'
"Is it worth it in terms of Fuel economy?"
Based only on fuel economy, probably not. Don't expect to pick up much more than 10-15% or so on the highway. Around town, it won't make any difference.
"Is it that much easier on the engine because of reduced RPM's?"
Like the above, if anything, only on the highway. Easier on the engine, I guess somewhat, but redblocks can easily spin all day at 5000 rpm. Odds are pretty good you won't be doing that with OD or not.
"So whats the general feeling ...
Last year I built a 122S for
Apple Farmer Racing to run in
La Carrera Panamericana. We didn't have time to sort out the car properly before the 2008 running of the event, and they ran into some mechanical bugs, finishing third of nine cars in the Historico A+ class -- consider that a beta test.
This year it's going better (hope I'm not jinxing them by...
If you need the big plate you probably also need the small one that is held on by the same fasteners. The two parts may be rusted together and seem as one.
Volvo Part #'s are 1272469 for the splash shield (big plate) and 1272102 for the protector plate (small plate).
I just checked Tasca's website and they list them both.
http://www.tascafordparts.com/
Prices were pretty reasonable. $39.94 ea and $12.35 ea. + shipping of course. Even with UPS ground charges it's a damn sight less than I pai...
I'm at that fun stage of my project where I'm installing all the fun original accessories that I've been able to collect over the last two years. Here are some images of some of them. For a more complete look including brochure and advertizement images, please go to my Photobucket link:
http://s262.photobucket.com/albums/ii107/1schmidtchen1/My%201956%20Volvo%20PV%20444%20K/?action=view¤t=SleepSet-Brochure.jpg
Enjoy!
Christopher
schmidtchen; Mon, 12 Oct 2009 07:31 GMT
Can someone tell me how to check/set timing on my 85 240 wagon?
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1993 240, 1992 240GL, 1985 240DL Wagon, 1983 240DL
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Removed negative battery cable- moved cables around- reconnected- Car started. Drove to Volvo repair shop. Parked car at repair shop tried to restart- had no crank situation.
Volvo shop-determined that battery cable when fully tightened was not not tight. At least, not tight enough for a proper current draw for the starter to start.
Volvo shop-Replaced the lead connector to the negative ground with new one (different syle) and crimped to cable. Checked ground connection to car body $120....
What I've always done is to first attach the mount to the crossmember with the transmission lowered a few inches then raise it with a floor jack while using a long drift punch or alignment tool to help to line one of the holes up. When you get it close enough you should be able to get one of the bolts started and then I go to the other side and do the same thing. With the alignment tool still in the hole pull it in the direction to align the the hole up as perfectly as you can. Then tighten the...
We purchased our 1991 745Ti off of a local Toyota dealer in July of 2000. At that time it had 96K miles. Other than weak AC it was fine and prior to purchase I was able to contact the original owner through a receipt I found in the glove box. He had always used synthetic oil and had replaced the turbocharger at some point. I paid $5400 for the car.
The car was my wife’s daily driver and our interstate flyer until recently. Piston slap was bad enough that many people misto...
Does anyone have any experience with the + or - of installing a performance chip in a newer 240?
Site advertises benefits as:
• Add 50+ Horsepower
• Add 50+ Torque
• Save 3-6+ MPG
• Faster 0-60 Time
• Improved mid-range power
• More power for towing
• Smoother Shifting
• Smoother IDLE
• Reduced overall engine stress
• Up to 40...
VERY CAREFULLY!
940 was a super comfortable model :)
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'97 855na, Mobil 1, K&N, various IPD's and eBay's
Okay, here we go... freshly weighed pieces and assemblies, 'cuz it was all out there in the garage and it only took about 20 minutes to accomplish. The only caveat here is scale calibration - never really done, but this set of scales always has me within a couple of pounds of various doctor office scales. Let's say plus or minus 3% on the numbers below, just to be safe.
185 lbs - Short block, including block and all internal rotating parts, valve lifters, timing gears & cover, front and rear...
Dan, don't pry them out. As was mentioned, use a small blade screw driver or knife. Incert the blade on the lower side of the blank, left or right. You want to depress a catch or plastic clip towards the center of the blank to release it. The blank should release and come out. On Ebay, search Volvo parts and there are often gauges for sale, sometimes turbo gauge clusters with volt meters and oil pressure gauges. They also made an oil temp gauge which requires a weld-in of a sensor on the ...
I have been up to my neck in Volvo speedometers for the last two days. I have learned several things.
In reference to the 140mph speedometers in the 7/9 series.
I can tell you that the 1991 and 1992 instrument clusters and their speedometers are the same. 1993, 1994, and probably 1995 are all the same but different from the 91/92. The speedometers from a 91/92 cluster will not swap with a speedometer from a 93/94/95.
It would appear that the 960 cars share the same cluster with their resp...
Hello hope you can help.
Volvo S60 2003 non turbo
Rear brake lights always on, with ignition on or off,I half to disconnect the battery to shut them off,third brake light works fine. Replaced fuses and no change.
When stepping on the brakes, loud humming/ buzzing noise from engine compartment.
What is the problem, driving me crazy, any help would be great.
Thanks
bheli.
Hello everyone,
I've got a complete front passenger 240 seat blue cloth/vinyl (back) material for sale in excellent condition including headrest, (no rips, solid frame, sliding seat tracks included, complete seat), came off an '87 Volvo 240,
asking $40 o.b.o. I'm located in Toronto, Ontario, Canada #(416)588-2792
Also have other 240 parts for sale as well ('89 and newer)
Thanks in advance
Most of the oil trap writeups on the forums deal with the pre-2001 vehicles.
I figured I would add some lessons learned after I did my v70 2003.
My symptoms of the bad oil trap. Whistling and high suction on the oil cap. Had to use almost two hands to pull off the cap.
As a temp fix I pulled the dip stick out a little and this stopped the whistling, Check engine light came on (lean mixture). Car ran okay, stalled when stopping short but that's it.
Cost of parts About $80. Oil Trap, top hose...
In my brutally honest opinion, I would buy an 02-06 XC70. Its essentially the same vehicle, but on a much more manageable scale and with a more proven track record. The XC90 is a larger, heavier vehicle being supported and propelled by basically the same hardware as the XC70. All of that extra weight and volume puts unnecessary stress on moving parts. But if you've got to have an SUV...
I would only purchase model year 2005 and beyond. First year or two of any automotive model are spent w...
Hello,
The over drive not engaging, I start out with a transmission flush. If the car has not been under your care very long that most likely needs to be done. The transmission filter does not have to be cleaned, so unless something has come apart no need to drop the pan.Dave Shannon ( http://volvo2.homestead.com/quickindex.html) has a write up on doing the transmission flush that is simple, completely changes all the fluid,...
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You have the Volvo/Chrysler ignition used on 240s from mid '81 thru 1988. It's been found that the V/C Ignition can contribute to High NOx, and that plugging the vacuum line to the ICU can reduce NOx levels, with little or no effect on normal operation. Note that this is NOT a guaranteed fix, but worth a try if your other numbers (and cat) are good.
This is my canned post on the subject. It might work for you as it has for sever...
everyone has always said "oh you have a 240, man that car's a tank." and i always knew that. and i love my 93 240. more than most 17 year olds love their car. and most kids my age drive nice cars. but last night, i found out how much of a tank my car really is. i was following my friend over to his house and i tried to pass him, but just as i started to pass he moved over, then back. i almost hit him since i was accelerating and swerved over to avoid him. i lost control, and tried to correct, b...
That just proved Govt can give other peoples money away and people will do some stupid things to get it.
Dan
I know what a 123gt is. I also have the rolling magazine. That has nothing to do with this picture.
That doesn't answer my question and has nothing to do with this picture.
Thanks but that doesn't have anything to do with this picture, I have the rolling magazine and know what a 123 is, I am interested in this one.
I think you might be able to do it. You can take out the old shell by cutting it with a hacksaw or file. Then enlarge the bushing hole slightly with something like a wire wheel until you can press/hammer the new one in with whatever tools you have.
I have only installed poly bushings though and have not done the TABs yet . . .
Yes, you can easily replace a felt seal with same without a lot of work.
You only need to remove the crank pulley (obviously).
I've had pretty good luck with the felt seals although I have upgraded to neoprene seals when I had the money for machining the housing.
Hey Wyatt,
My guess is the wiring is bad at the speaker, or its possibly blown. I would check the wiring at the speaker to see if was broken or disconnected. There is a chance the wiring is broken at the door hinge, but that is less likely.
Heres a wiring diagram. It covers everything, including the radio circuits (page 12).
http://pliki.mojevolvo.pl/schematy/volvo_240__1988.pdf
The diagram is from Mitchell and its in English. I highly recommend saving to your computer for ...
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And also a plug for Jorgen. It is two months shy of a year now - no attention required.
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Art Benstein near Baltimore
"If life were fair, Elvis would be alive and all the impersonators would be dead." (Johnny Carson)
I have a 1986 245DL (AKA Inga) that has several BB inspired mods. Now these are modifications not adding thing like Poly Bushings or heavy duty springs. Those fit into the same place and are what I call upgrades.
These are my personal must do all found here from the BB, Inga is a South Texas Car so it is all about the cool most of the time.
Reflectix roof modification is a must do for any Wagon. The 244 crowd has insulation, the 245's have an airspace. Put your hand up against the roof on...
I like to think that the Volvo crowd are little more refined than that.
Check Turbobricks - you'll revise that statement. I also have no idea why lower = better. I like being able to comfortably get into and out of my car. I have stiffer springs too.
I didn't see this in the FAQ or the archive, so.....
The diagnostic unit on my '90 240 had always been flaky. Sometimes it works, sometimes not.
In reading Bentley, there is a procedure for testing the unit. On testing, it showed no continuity through the switch when it was depressed. In Bentley, it says "replace the unit".
Remove the unit from the fender wall. The there is a plastic cover that covers the button. There are two small tabs, facing inward. Depress these with a small screw...
The 780 power seats can be adjusted manually. Your car should have come with a short, semi flexible crank (‘L’ shaped about 10†– 12†long and about the thickness of a metal coat hanger). This can be used to move the seat forward or aft and the seat back up or reclined. To move the seat forward or aft, stick the crank in the hole of the plastic cover located on the outboard side of the seat where the back and b...
Nice job and the pictures cam out good.
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