Now that the wife and I have decided to run our 99 V70 XC (110K) for at least another winter, I’ve got a question or two. First I’ll say that I have changed many timing belts, camshaft, intermediate shaft and crankshaft oil seals and water pumps on the 4cylinder B motors up to the 1995 model. So I’m curious how difficult are these same jobs on the V70 with the transverse 5 may be? Any tricks I should know? Such as, is there ample room to drift/pry out old seals and guide back into place? Also I’ve been told `that no information was available on the variable valve timing system fitted to later (1999) 2.5 liter engines (identified by having a “large hub assembly bolted to the front (inlet) camshaft sprocket) and that the timing belt renewal procedure is most likely unaffected by this fitment. I also heard (Car Talk) that at 100k if the timing belt is being replaced the water pump should be done at the same time as long as it is already dismantled. Also is a Volvo dealer the best place to purchase a camshaft locking tool (999 5452)? . I thank you for any info you may wish to share.