Did you really mean to tell him to yank the engine?

You certainly don't have to yank the engine.

Doing a clutch is a labor and time intensive job, but is not rocket science.

You need minimum of two jackstands to hold up the front end... two more in the back will give you better clearance to get under the car. Besides, jackstands are cheap. A transmission jack is nice, but not essential... depends on your strength and patience. You can raise-lower the tranny using blocks of wood and a regular car jack. I found a decent tranny jack at harbor freight for $50. Makes life easier.

Definitely go with fcpgroton for the parts. They have become my full time volvo parts specialists.

Again, the task may seem daunting, but it is really doable by the average home mechanic.

Besides, you've got almost semi-real time advice here at the brickboard if you need it.

Mike