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by philmech
08 Jul 2017, 08:47
Forum: S60, V70, V70-XC 2001-07
Topic: Replacing A/C condenser - who is OEM?
Replies: 6
Views: 3298

Re: Replacing A/C condenser - who is OEM?

VTL I also have a 2005 XC70 with leaking condenser. My leak is at the top just below the dryer high pressure port. After filling with R134a and A/C running, under blacklight was able to see a small leak. Every 10 seconds or so a small burp of oil/dye will show up. I've read another typical failure w...
by philmech
11 Aug 2013, 06:51
Forum: 850, S70, V70, C70, V70-XC 1992-2000
Topic: DIY: 1998 Volvo V70 Rear Shock Absorber (BilsteinTC) & Shock
Replies: 40
Views: 45798

Re: DIY: 1998 Volvo V70 Rear Shock Absorber (BilsteinTC) & S

This is an old post, but I thought I would add my experience yesterday. Of the four 8 mm bolts, I snapped one even though I used plenty of PB Blaster. The bolt was moving well as I was working one bolt in the shock mount and then the other. Unthread to the point of resistance, then screw back a 1/2 ...