tuns out not the head gasket..did a drain and fill..no problems any more

Ladies and Gentlemen..the verdict : Blown head gasket..I removed the thermostat and the car did the same thing..pressure tested the system and it was loosing coolant internally...I will be faced with replacing the gasket...but I am being told that replacing the engine is alot easier than doing the h...

definitely a head gasket issue..car was sitting for almost 4 days. Started the car an in less than 5 mins..there was back pressure in the reservoir bottle.. :oops: The Mr. Tire shop said they did a pressure test and it was losing coolant internally...will keep you updated..just got the car home.. :o...

thanks fellows...and for those who need to know...I got beer and instead of babeque chicken..it will be Jerk chicken..so jump in line and bring over your tools..will be checking out the car tomorrow..lets hope its not 30 degrees out

thanks Lee..will be doing something with the car on Sunday..will keep you guys posted .

I actually expected more participation and help around here..but hey..it is what it is

thanks on the PCV link..I guess if the headgasket is gone..I will have to take the intake off..appreciate it

Hey..I need some help with my "new" 850 volvo turbo. I recently picked up this car with 160k on the odo, here are a list of issues I came across 1. The car idled fine but had alot of blow back coming fron the oil dipstick. Whenever the dipstick was out and you revved the engine, as soon as...

what happens when the waste gate is not openning or closing

Any Volvo techs here in Maryland willing to help me out ?

Thanks guys

the car has 113k miles

will be checking codes today

Will keep you all posted

Recently got this car..ran fine when Igot it exeot for the fact that the intercooler hose to the ISV and intake had a hole in it about 3 inches long..I bought it thinking this was the only problem..after replacing the hose, the car started showing signs of boost and power but as soon as it reached 3...