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Keep it or retire it? V70-XC70 1998

posted by  KlausC on  Thu Mar 31 14:13 CST 2022
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Do the rotors and pads yourself. Get Zimmermn rotors and OEM pads. That should save you at least $500. The tank strap is $45.

BUT, do you realize that there are 2 flex brake lines at the rear of the car? These have probably never been replaced and may swell under pressure. Have your mechanic inspect/replace both of these lines before flushing the fluid. It is not a "terrible" job, but may require some heat to free up the couplings - I know you don't want to do this at home.


Below is a link for fuel tank strap from FCP:

https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/volvo-fuel-tank-strap-v70-850-9454593?ads_cmpid=14308704881&ads_adid=126404518775&ads_matchtype=&ads_network=g&ads_creative=539621335898&utm_term=&ads_targetid=pla-293946777986&utm_campaign=&utm_source=adwords&utm_medium=ppc&ttv=2&gclid=CjwKCAjwopWSBhB6EiwAjxmqDZxQesYX0gKF4Fj3ccq9BiVj1gJEs7yvu2ItNmBekc8T5L6d8XdcOBoCrrIQAvD_BwE#fitment


Easy to do, requires a jack to hold the tank while the strap is removed. The bolts may need a bit of soaking in penetrating oil...


Don't park it. It is a very good car. You have maintenance history which is worth $1,000 by itself. The car is road worthy. Your only cost is insurance. Find a good home for it. Ask a good price for it!! Or find a family that is in dire need of a good/reliable car and sell it to them for $10.





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