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by foggydogg
24 Jul 2021, 08:53
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Re: What did you do to your Volvo today?

Harbor Freight still sells them! Of all parts to clean and reuse, I don't know why people try to push spark plugs so far beyond their service life. Then again, this is Abscate we're talking about... Gasoline got better, oil improved, and computers took over from points and mechanical advance distri...
by foggydogg
26 Jul 2021, 11:33
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Re: What did you do to your Volvo today?

manovlov wrote: 25 Jul 2021, 10:59
What stuff do you recommend me to treat these rust points ?
Phosphoric acid does some Magic conversion thing, I use this stuff. Don't know what is available over there.
by foggydogg
26 Jul 2021, 11:48
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Re: 850 Sound insulation on the conductor side

manovlov wrote: 26 Jul 2021, 11:15 ...and now, a big plate of noddles !
Along with a nice glass of wine ! Doing battle with the interior can be a chore.
Our friend Robert DIY has a video of replacing the shifter knob on his car, he removed the entire assembly, and there was a vise and large hammer involved.
by foggydogg
06 Aug 2021, 21:39
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Re: 850 Front axle alignment issue

I agree with Neil, there are several rubber bushings in the rear suspension, and sloppiness back there can cause the symptom you describe.
I will not attempt to translate "the tail wagging the dog".
by foggydogg
07 Aug 2021, 08:55
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Re: 850 Front axle alignment issue

Try to exchange wheels. Left and right, if they aren't directional, or rear and front. Defective tire can pull the car aside, even if it looks good. Salut Azik09, Good idea, let's try this first. Another good, low-cost trouble shooting step, although I've always been taught to avoid changing radial...
by foggydogg
11 Aug 2021, 10:46
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Re: What did you do to your Volvo today?

99yuck.JPG Yuck. Dunno what the brown spooge is, tried to not get any in my mouth. 99yuck II.JPG Followed our Guru Robert's advice. Do NOT attempt to change a manual shift knob in the car. Mayhem would ensue. 99 progress.JPG Shifter knob : 9445851 Ball seat (Yes, it will break when disturbed) : 350...
by foggydogg
17 Aug 2021, 09:10
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Re: What did you do to your Volvo today?

abscate wrote: 16 Aug 2021, 15:07 My little boo boo said goodbye under some beautiful green trees after a morning of strolling free in the park
Blue skies, fair winds, and a following sea from now on.

We're all sad with you.
by foggydogg
22 Aug 2021, 15:43
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Re: Well it’s official….I’m kidless

The twins look older, but you haven't changed a wink. Sure there isn't a portrait of an older-looking Steve hidden in a closet somewhere, eh?
Aside from losing an old friend, you seem to have weathered the storms well.
by foggydogg
29 Aug 2021, 08:36
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Re: 850 WTCR Rims

manovlov wrote: 12 Aug 2021, 07:45 Hy Buddies,

I would like to know what the trade of the WTCR Rims of the 850 on that pix ?

Thanks.
850 WTCR.jpg
Manov
OZ 18″ central lock