http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VY1ySIe366I

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zRY6VJppfX0

I know that it has some valve tap, that I can deal with, but if you listen beyond that you can hear a lower rattle/chatter/rumble. At first I thought it was a rod bearing or a crank bearing, but it is not really ...

Hmmm... so, I can't post a video/audio of my knock issue because I went out today to get started and there was no more knock.?? I will take it out under load tomorrow and see if it returns or if that Marvel stuff really does work mystery miracles.

Compression came good though: front = 1? - 215psi ...

Thank you both for the "good" news. I am not too worried about having to lift it up a bit, I have that covered. I have already cleaned up everything fairly well, but will give it another once over before I open her up.

This being a 1984 I am under the impression that this engine is the B23F, not ...

Is it possible, does anyone have any advice on replacing rod bearings without taking the engine out of the car? Am I a retard for thinking this thought? Please advise.

We bought a lemon. It is unfortunate, but it's true.

Let me start with "us." My lovely lady friend and I were looking for good first car for her to drive. Those old Volvos are good cars, safe, reliable, comfortable. After months of searching and test driving we found a beautiful little piece, a ...