Paul, So far so good. It's charging under load (not systematic methodology like you outlined though, just driving with accessories running), alternator is keeping supply voltage 13.6V to 14.6V. I think the next step is getting the BMS reset. I'll update after that step. Thanks again for your help! M...

DIPSTICK TEST (Engine running vs. 3-min. off) For these Ford-Volvo engines with the oil filter accessed from up top, you can tell whether the oil filter housing's anti-drain-back valve is working by comparing the dipstick level 3 minutes apart: Park on a level surface with engine running. Observe th...

I my state, all too often, a tire is considered worn if the cord is showing more than 1/4 the way around. Really, I see this a lot. Avoid Oklahoma in your travels.
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You have to depreciate the Volvo parts in Kroner and the Land Rover parts in GBP, and hedge the exchange rates on both, offering the result as a derivatived security on Wall street. I would short it like game Stop too.

Im going off the see if my spark plug GAAPS are set correctly.

Thanks. Because of the ABS pump and brake lines I've got zero room to drill it out. I burned up my dremel trying to knock the top off of it as well. Today I broke down and pulled the entire pump, brought it home and got the bolt out of it sitting at my kitchen table (much to my wife's consternation)...

Once again... nevermind. I'm too used to having a big crankshaft pulley. Freaked me out for a minute that the "alternator pulley" wouldn't spin. Then I stared thinking like a diesel mechanic and figured out it was the gear drive for everything. Duh.

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Have a look at fuel trims to see where your fuel mix is. Thst will help track down intake and vacuum leaks.

First posting with VIDA data….you will do well here….

Thanks Paul.

While I have not been on the P3 forum, thanks to a link by Paul to the P2 forum I have read much of this on-going report. I have made my point on both the P2 and P80 forums that there is no such thing as a cheap used car, let alone a cheap used Volvo. As most owners take their cars out of the dealer...