11110000 wrote:dyintorace wrote: On the 4C SUM calibration, is it correct to assume that only Volvo dealers can do that? Or do most independent Volvo mechanics have the hardware/software to do so?Dealer, or get yourself a DICE tool and a copy of VIDA and follow these instructions: SUM cal at home
Thanks for the tips!
dyintorace wrote: Thanks again for help with suggestions. I'm going to check the struts and mounts for issues, as well as add the IPD front subframe mount inserts. Is this the IPD kit you're referencing: http://www.ipdusa.com/products/8969/120168-ipd-poly-subframe-bushing-insert-kit
Yeah, that's the one. Install was about half an hour taking my time and doing an oil change at the same time. I know they don't look like much for your $70, but the result was well worth it.
They also have a heavy duty upper spring seat that people seem to have good luck with:
http://www.ipdusa.com/products/4712/112831-ipd-heavy-duty-front-upper-spring-seat
The bearing plate in the strut mount is separate, and not typically the part that goes bad. I haven't really had any issues with mine, so I haven't installed these myself. Another thing to check would be the bushings in the front lower control arms, they don't fail as commonly as the spring seats, but things get clunky and loose when they do. At some point within the next year or so I'd like to do a full suspension overhaul with new front control arms, spring seats, swaybars and hardware, and struts, but I don't put a whole lot of miles on the car and it isn't urgent work, so that may or may not happen. It should probably get a clutch/slave/flywheel before anything else.
At last, the interior is presentable!
Full set of pics here: http://www.brianleedyphoto.com/Detailing-1/My-Volvo-V70R-Interior/30424881_9WZJ3Q#!i=2622157307&k=QgcBQsB
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Nice work on the detail so far. Looking great. I always liked the looks of those cars, hope you get yours up and running. If you got into it for challenge-ish money, I'm interested in seeing how it turns out.
Great job on the detailing end, I'm loving this build thread so far!
HOLY COW! You did amazing things with the interior!! Keep up the good work!
That is a truly outstanding detailing job you've done so far. It makes me want to go out and find one in similar condition and clean it up. Good work!
Thanks guys. Unfortunately my hands are tied for further progress until I free up some cash. Anyone want to buy a clean modified 9000 Aero?
thestig99 wrote: Thanks guys. Unfortunately my hands are tied for further progress until I free up some cash. Anyone want to buy a clean modified 9000 Aero?
What cleaner did you use on the interior?
Primarily just diluted Technicians Choice TEC319
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