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Need advice on possible V70R AWD 1998 buy V70-XC70

posted by  RUIAMARO on  Tue Oct 23 10:54 CST 2007
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Having the possibility of buying one of these cars, i'm looking for points to check, namely about the AWD transmission system.

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Need advice on possible V70R AWD 1998 buy V70-XC70

posted by  knadine on  Mon Nov 12 16:52 CST 2007
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#1 - have the car checked out by a qualified mechanic








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Need advice on possible V70R AWD 1998 buy V70-XC70

posted by  KlausC on  Tue Oct 23 15:14 CST 2007
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The 1998 R is a T5 with AWD and nice trim, but not as fast as a T5. It also has very stiff sport springs, so the ride is harsh.

The AWD is very basic and unforgiving. You cannot use the spare tire without destroying the bevel gears. Bottoming out on the driveshaft will cause it to go out of balance and that requires replacement.

Do yourself and your pocketbook a favor, don't bother. Get a T5 and get a new chip to get 285bhp and have some real fun.

Klaus
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The 164 has a new home, all I am left with are a 95 854T and a 98 V70R :)








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Need advice on possible V70R AWD 1998 buy V70-XC70

posted by  someone claiming to be johnk on  Wed Oct 24 12:43 CST 2007 [RELATED]

Klaus, where can you get a chip that will make 285 hp in a T5?. I got the upsolute chip and they rate that at around 250 hp for my 98 T5. John K.








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Need advice on possible V70R AWD 1998 buy V70-XC70

posted by  KlausC on  Wed Oct 24 14:32 CST 2007
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This is from IPD, their chip is for 285bhp and 290 torque. 1998 car.




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Need advice on possible V70R AWD 1998 buy V70-XC70

posted by  RUIAMARO on  Tue Oct 23 23:45 CST 2007
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Hi Klaus

Thanks for your advice. I was affraid of some strange vibrations that could result from worn/distorted driveshaft.

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