How did you guys take the strips off? I would like to know so that I can do this right without ruining or scratching any paint or ruining the project either. Could you please post pics too, if possible? Thanks :) Thank you for all the help too.

There was another thread on this earlier somewhere ...

I just ran across this thread and checked the airbox t-stat on our '95 850. T-stat was stuck on the hot side as so many others are. Since we live in Texas and have mild winters I just removed the stat, ground down the housing and set the diaphram with a screw.
Thanks for the tip!

Air box mod 4.jpg ...

This is the before and after - using Trimbright Blackout Tape.
Before: Volvo roof trim - old 1.jpg

After: Volvo roof trim - new 1.jpg
Looks like I need to add some rubber conditioner next.

Volvo roof trim clip 1.jpg
This is what the roof channel and trim strip clips look like.

Thanks again to ...

I'm in the process of doing mine also. Finished up the drivers side yesterday and will do passenger side this weekend.

The 'inside' lip is easier to tape because it actually wraps around and under the metal strip and there is a little spacing between the metal and the rubber strip. The 'outside ...

Our '95 850 ignition chime continues to sound even when the key is removed.

Any ideas on the cause and how to fix it?

Thanks,
John

Greetings all, new member here. Been browsing the forums for a little bit and gathering some ideas. I'm impressed with the wealth of knowledge and the willingness to share experiences.

We have a '95 850 GLT with 225k miles on it. We bought it new and have tried to take good care of it. It still ...