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turbo? 850 1996

posted by  someone claiming to be mullen19 on  Tue Jan 6 03:43 CST 2004 [RELATED]

Does anyone knwo how hard it is to to turbocharegh a NA 850?








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turbo? 850 1996

posted by  mraldonnelly on  Thu Jan 8 03:24 CST 2004
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http://www.volvoclub.org.uk/dc/dcboard.php?az=show_topic&forum=14&topic_id=7666&mode=full








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turbo? 850 1996

posted by  mraldonnelly on  Thu Jan 8 03:26 CST 2004
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Sorry, I forgot to type my message.

It's probably not worth the effort. copy and paste this link into your browser for a few more opinions.

http://www.volvoclub.org.uk/dc/dcboard.php?az=show_topic&forum=14&topic_id=7666&mode=full

Andy








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turbo? 850 1996

posted by  someone claiming to be Mathieu on  Tue Jan 6 06:55 CST 2004 [RELATED]

I think that it would be easier (and cheaper) to find a used B5234 engine and make a swap.








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turbo? 850 1996

posted by  Erwin on  Tue Jan 6 05:29 CST 2004
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Not worth it. The engines are substantialy different internally. Different valves, pistons, thicker cylinder liners etc. Then there's the ECU, wiring and external hardware to consider. Intercooler & plumbing, coolant and oil plumbing to and from the turbo, turbo control valve, If you (or anyone) did the mods, you'd end up with a car that wasn't as reliable as a factory turbo and also had little resale value. Especially if you need to pass emmissions tests where you, or a prospective buyer, live.

Best bet is to sell your 850 and buy a 850 turbo.

Sorry,
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Erwin in Memphis, '88 745t 190,000 miles, '95 855t 92,000 miles







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