As a "stage 2" procedure of replacing the PCV system in my car a few months ago, I was concerned about the possibility of the PCV drain port in the oil pan being clogged and wanted to get the oil pan off and ensure that it was clear and also clear any gunk out of the oilpan before reinstal...

^ I bet that would be a hoot to drive !

Totally fixable and worth it. Understand the usual time balance.

I see nothing indicating frame bending. Fender measurements coming

Engine will be fine, not to worry


Volvo’s >>>>>>> other cars


Safe daughters >>>>>>>> Volvos

I will weigh in again to say I would not be worried about strength loss on these thick, solid axles. The car will not be drag raced. The balance will not be changed in any significant way. To get out of balance you need large mass far from centerline at the speeds the axle turns.
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ELECTRIC headlights?! We still use oil lamps out here! More seriously... I saw a newish Range Rover start up, and the headlights did a little robot calibration dance - up down left right until they settle in, based on the load in the car. Entertaining! After which your weight trend is sold to your ...

02V70 wrote: ↑09 Sep 2023, 19:52 If I buy one of those plastic splash guards that were originally on the Volvo, would that potentially save my oil pan from another hole?

Buy IPD aluminum skid plate.

These start at $80k...

I would suggest doing it all at once, if not for any other reason that the subframe bolts are one time use only and about $7 bucks each.

How very timely that I came across this thread 2 weeks ago and thank you for posting the Pet Assessment on page one. Our very special Gus was diagnosed with bone cancer two weeks prior, the vet described the tumour as large and aggressive and located where the pelvis meets the spine. Gus had been ha...

Parkinglot parts exchange... ...followed by dinner with Robert.