I had a similar problem with my 98 S70 a few years back. Looking back I am fairly sure it was my IAC. I replaced all my vacuum lines which improved the situation but every now and then it would start to die at idle. I did the same as you, pop it in neutral and maintain 1500 rpm. Finally I pulled a f...

Hey everyone, Came back from abroad and started up my S70 to make sure everything good to go after sitting for a few weeks. Everything seemed fine until I stuck my head back inside and saw the coolant light illuminated. I have not had any issues with this in the 6 years I have owned the car. Popped ...

It is a pretty good 1.5-2 inch tear in it. So much so that there was a little glob of grease on the pavement where I did my work. I must have let the hub drop too low when I was installing the new struts. Been driving it for a month or so. Was under the car the other day to put in a new O2 sensor an...

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I also see Sears has an 1/2 inch drive 18" breaker bar on sale right now. That way if I bust it off I can easily return.

Thanks for the quick reply, I will go ahead and order two of those and pick up a cheap Oetiker crimper. I will also get a seal as I can always return it (I was waiting for a FCP order to add up to $25). Probably will not be here in time for this weekend but hopefully can tackle this next weekend. Wh...

Thanks cn90, Looks like the GKN kit is only $8.00 at autohausaz.com. Do I need to use the clamps supplied or can I used the smooth worm style. In your post you said that the outer boot from GKN will also fit the inside? If so, I will just order two and replace them both. Have you all needed to repla...

Thanks burnout, I have read mixed reviews about the quality of Empi, some say they only last for a couple of years. I would rather not do this again (of course who knows how long I will have the car). I don't have a bench vise but could probably could get by with a c clamp. You just clean it out pre...

Yeah, the quality of the axles is why I have been hesitant to readily accept the "just get a new axle" idea. On the GKN boots, is this the correct part #? http://www.autopartswarehouse.com/sku/Volvo/S70/GKN_Drivetech/CV_Boot/1998/Base/5_Cyl_2-dot-4L/W0133-1635874.html Should I just go ahea...

Hey everyone, I wanted to just get some quick thoughts on whether to replace a torn outer CV boot (passenger side). I have read throughout the site and it seems like there are two trains of thought. 1. Don't worry about the boot, just replace the whole assembly with a new axle since they are relativ...

Looks like a pretty thorough thread so far. I have experienced intermediate idle/acceleration issues since I purchased the car 4.5 years ago (had 124, 000 miles at purchase). I finally think I have it mostly worked out. Replaced all the vacuum lines and rerouted the hose around the manifold. Also re...