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by Jono51
12 Aug 2014, 05:03
Forum: 850, S70, V70, C70, V70-XC 1992-2000
Topic: 99 v70 xc driveshaft removal
Replies: 6
Views: 2014

Re: 99 v70 xc driveshaft removal

I did the front joint on my driveshaft myself and did not find it easy to get the old one off. I eventually resorted to an angle grinder followed by a cold chisel once I was almost through to the splines on the shaft. I was told it is not unusual for this type of joint to be reluctant to part compan...
by Jono51
07 Aug 2014, 04:00
Forum: 850, S70, V70, C70, V70-XC 1992-2000
Topic: 98 v70GLT Opinions on Radiators when on a budget
Replies: 20
Views: 4840

Re: 98 v70GLT Opinions on Radiators when on a budget

I installed a Nissens in my car 8 months ago. It fitted perfectly and so far is watertight
by Jono51
07 Aug 2014, 03:31
Forum: 850, S70, V70, C70, V70-XC 1992-2000
Topic: 1999 V70 XC Replacing auto trans shifter knob
Replies: 4
Views: 1572

Re: 1999 V70 XC Replacing auto trans shifter knob

I used the button replacement kit from IPD - found it pretty easy to fit. Don't see why you'd want to replace the whole knob unless you happen to have a good one that you've acquired for free?
by Jono51
07 Aug 2014, 03:18
Forum: 850, S70, V70, C70, V70-XC 1992-2000
Topic: Am I wasting my time? 1997 volvo 850 t5
Replies: 10
Views: 2465

Re: Am I wasting my time? 1997 volvo 850 t5

No time that a young man spends working on a car they love is wasted. Money, however, is another matter ...
by Jono51
09 May 2014, 04:35
Forum: 850, S70, V70, C70, V70-XC 1992-2000
Topic: 2000 V70 struts - This manufacturer good?
Replies: 24
Views: 4600

Re: 2000 V70 struts - This manufacturer good?

I don't think you understand what he's saying Bring all the new parts and someone will assemble them OFF THE CAR for $40 or so, 1/2 hour job at most with the right tools That's exactly what I was saying. The struts are easy to take off. Take them off yourself and take the struts in to have them ass...
by Jono51
09 May 2014, 04:26
Forum: 850, S70, V70, C70, V70-XC 1992-2000
Topic: 1997 850 front tire wear very uneven
Replies: 9
Views: 2063

Re: 1997 850 front tire wear very uneven

My experience with our V70XC is that these cars are very sensitive to inaccurate front wheel alignment. I had ours done when a tie rod end was replaced but soon noticed uneven tire wear. I took it back and the explanation was that although both sides were within the factory tolerances the error was ...
by Jono51
26 Apr 2014, 13:32
Forum: 850, S70, V70, C70, V70-XC 1992-2000
Topic: 1998 V70 AWD front strut replacement
Replies: 16
Views: 3235

Re: 1998 V70 AWD front strut replacement

Sorry, you're right, I meant the spring seat
by Jono51
25 Apr 2014, 19:35
Forum: 850, S70, V70, C70, V70-XC 1992-2000
Topic: 1998 V70 AWD front strut replacement
Replies: 16
Views: 3235

Re: 1998 V70 AWD front strut replacement

Strut bearings are pricey, I know how you feel. You can leave them in if you are not too averse to doing the repair job later, if needed. I no longer replace them preventively, because they are expensive and so easy to swap out. You don't need to disassemble the strut tower, just take off the top n...
by Jono51
28 Mar 2013, 16:21
Forum: 850, S70, V70, C70, V70-XC 1992-2000
Topic: my transition to the dark side is complete
Replies: 43
Views: 10232

Re: my transition to the dark side is complete

Not wanting to hurt anyone's feelings here, but I think this thread is becoming a little boring. So I feel the need to say the 850 sedan is not my idea of a nice looking car. To me it is just so obvious that this series was styled primarily as a wagon and the sedan is just an afterthought created b...
by Jono51
28 Mar 2013, 16:07
Forum: 850, S70, V70, C70, V70-XC 1992-2000
Topic: owners manual for a 2000 v70 xc
Replies: 6
Views: 1612

Re: owners manual for a 2000 v70 xc

JRL wrote:That IS the owner's manual
You want a SHOP manual, doesn't exist
What I thought - thanks. :)