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1998 V70 GLT

New cam seals have been installed, she runs, poorly but expectantly hopeful ...... even thought i know a new short block is in the future ...... now have a vacuum leak = stalling under acceleration & 1,500 PRM idle, no codes ...... - using the poor Volvo under ...

Forging ahead with the cam lock / timing belt removal job

Spark plugs - #3 has a funny looking deposit

does something bolt on here?????

Happy 4th of July to All

Decided to forge ahead with the cam lock bracket and timing belt removal, status pics.........

Oil leaking from bolt, no oil from distro and cam position sensors.......

Would it be possible for me with 'dental tools' to cleam the ID cam and the OD of the seal and push it back on?

Installing the camshaft retaining tool on the back end of the cams and removing the timing belt is a very big job.

-Fordman

Additionally noticed oil deposits around the oil fill port plus removing the spark plug cover noted oil which has blown out of the oil cap and depositied into the head.......?? normal or must have higher than desired internal to engine pressure but thinking I should have a vacuum condition but might ...

Oil all over timing belt - is this ok? Historical pics of seal install ~ 700 miles ago

Checked cam seals first - looks like the problem

Hello Again - Team Volvo
First, a thank you to all for your contributions of tech tips, postings and encouragement........Sorry if I haven't replied to specific tech questions, due to lack of modivation and a bad January radiator fluid leak I thought would be hard to find, she sat till last month ...

Hello to all.

Glad Firefox31 was able to replace motor and keep it on the road. I am in a similar condition. Started with the metal plastic radiator breaking and the metal plastic joint.

Seeking help with locating engine parts. Looking for a drop in motor or short block. 1998 V70 turbo B5254T ...