Ok friends, I am a Volvo beginner (Dec. 2004) and I have a stripped oil pan. A previous thread covered my first-aid repair on this problem, but now I want to replace the pan (and oil pump o-rings and volvo motor mounts and add an ipd pump reinforcing ring and, a Fumoto Oil valve.) I have already read the FAQ and every thread on this subject at least three times over. I am feeling pretty comfortable with the idea of doing this project even though it is my toughest auto project to date.

I have also spoken to "my volvo guy" (the guy with 30 yrs experience that I pay to do stuff that is out of my league) and he gave me some tips that seem to contradict what I have read on the boards so I want to see what you guys think. He says that I don't have to drop the crossmember or hoist the engine.

He said I put the car on stands and disconnect the motor mounts. Use a floor jack to raise the front of the engine, using a 2x4 with it's end pressing against where the front of the oil pan bolts to the engine. Once the front is lifted about 5 inches you wedge something, he likes old brake pads or wood 2x4's, up under the motor mounts. Then he says to lower the jack and remove the pan bolts. With the pan down but not out, reach up in there and remove the two bolts holding the oil pump. Once the pump is off you can get the pan and the pump out of there. (He didn't mention anything about disconnecting the steering or tranny.)

Well what do you guys think of that? I like his way because I don't have to build a rig to hang the engine or drop the crossmember. I don't have a garage or a fancy engine hoists or a lot of tools, just the basics. I have to do this on the city street. Any tips or help are welcome, and over-simplification is appreciated. TIA.

Ryan
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1989 244 Silver Sedan, 1983 245 Blue Waggon