I just install a viscous clutch fan and a new (green) expansion tank cap.
Im looking for source of what the engine temps should be t different parts of the engine, like the radiator, hoses, cya head etc. I have ordered a infrared thermometer to check the temps.
I also will install a temperature ...

The thermostat Jiggle thing is up,. there is pressure in the system, coolant is circulating, hose and radiator are getting hot.

!993 Volvo 240 wagon overheating.

I replaced the water pump (Volvo), thermostat 87 DGS,
Radiator nissens, tropical fan clutch, green expansion tank cap,
belts hoses, timing belt and seals, rebuilt Cyl head.
Replaced temp gauges (twice). New temp sending units.

The temperature gauge goes to the ...

I have been looking for Volvo 1336239 PLUG
It is a black plug that fits in the distributor base to align and lock the distributor in place.
Any idea where to find one? Dealer says it has been discontinued.
How do you locate the distributor without?

Thanks
Guido

Well here is my dilemma, Im rebuilding my red block engine (1993 240 B230F readblock engine)
Is it supposed to have "thrust bearings"? I removed the crankshaft and all the bearings, but I don't find the Thrust bearings?????
All the engines has to have it? why my does not have?
All the help from you ...

WHAT WOULD BE THE BEST BRAND OF PISTON RINGS AND CRANKSHAFT/CONNECTING ROD BEARINGS?
IM ABOUT TO RE-DO MY ENGINE AND I FIND SO MANY BRANDS. I DONT KNOW WHAT TO BUY FOR MY CAR.
I WANT THE CAR TO LAST A LONG TIME.
ALSO MY BLOCK IS MARKED C D D E DO I NEED DIFFERENT SIZES RINGS?
THANKS FOR ANY AND ALL ...

Reporting my finds for today.
Replace the water pump with a oem (Volvo ) water pump., Vernet 82C thermostat, Very clean Radiator ( no dirt on the outside).
Temperature gage goes up into the red. Jump the electric Fan (at the connector by the lower radiator Hose.
Temperature gage goes into the red.
I ...

Thank you for the Schematic.
I want to rig it so I can turn the fan on and off independent of the ac.
So., I think that if connect the #30 and #87 with a fuse (25 amp) and bring the wires inside to a switch, If I close the circuit,
the fan should come on. if I don't throw the switch, the system ...

Hello
Pardon me., is it possible to send me (to my email: [email protected]) some kind of diagram of what you are talking about?
I really appreciate you taking the time to explain how to do it.
Thanks

I will try that., Some of the posts say that a "Tropical" Clutch will shorten the life of the water pump and put more stress on the engine.
I just want to "Jerry-Rig" the system by adding a switch in the panel that I can turn the electric fan on at will.
That you for your replay.
Skymaster

I just ...