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Needs more cowbell
- Joined
- Dec 6, 2014
- Location
- Greensburg, IN
Hello everyone,
Just like most 122 owners, the B18 doesn't produce enough power for me.
Looking to do the classic B230FT swap that everyone claims has been done so many time before. However, I can't find a detail write up. Here is a example of the kind of detail I was looking for: http://www.srtforums.com/forums/f75/how-remove-oil-pan-622974/ OR http://www.srtforums.com/forums/f75/how-steel-braided-clutch-line-detailed-637137/
FIX/ SOLUTION SUGGESTION INFO
This is the information I have gathered so far:
- Get a 740 (1990 or 1991) with a B230FT with manual transmission (M46). Will need the bell housing.
- Modify pick up tube for oil pump (motor mounted upright).
SOLUTION: http://www.eric-o.com/wordpress/the-beginning-continued/ .
- If using a B230F, Block will need to be drilled for oil to the turbo and return.
- Get a 240 harness (used for 740's) from a Dave Barton. SUGGESTION: LH 2.2 instead of 2.4, way easier to get set up. You can run it with the EZK ignition from a 740 Turbo, or breakerless from a K-Jet 240 Turbo (pat244ti from TB).
INFO: 240 Harness= '89+ for LH2.4. '88 was the last year for 2.2
- VINTAGE TO OHC RED BLOCK MOUNT ADAPTER KIT http://yoshifab.com/store/index.php?_a=viewProd&productId=101.
- Modify IM (Intake Manifold).
- Fuel delivery system changed. Fuel pump put in. SOLUTION: run the stock sender into a 500ml/1l swirl pot, and run a high pressure pump between the swirl pot and the fuel rail.
- 50mm aluminum alloy radiator Volvo Amazon P1800 B18 B20 engine GT 1959-1970 M/T
- UNIVERSAL T-2 12PC 2.5" ALUMINUM INTERCOOLER PIPING+SILICONE HOSES+CLAMPS SILVER
- Distributor on back of head won't clear heater box. SOLUTION: Swap to a block mounted distributor and aux shaft out of an engine that was in a 240, assuming you have the factory heater box. In that case too, you will need a plug for the back of the head (http://yoshifab.com/store/index.php?_a=viewProd&productId=21). pat244ti from TB
INFO: A block-mounted distributor (and intermediate shaft) from a 240 was installed as the head-mounted distributor would not fit without cutting the firewall. (I modified a B21FT distributor; however, a distributor from an 89-92 240 would be best as it would not require modification.)- http://volvo1800pictures.com/0_car_photos/S/1967/94/Volvo_1800S_67_94_2645.php.
K-Jet INFO: http://www.k-jet.org/articles/information/k-jet-frequently-asked-questions/#1
SWAP LINK OF B230FT IN 1800: http://volvo1800pictures.com/0_car_photos/S/1967/94/Volvo_1800S_67_94_2645.php.
MS How To for 240, 740, and 940: http://www.diyautotune.com/tech_articles/how_to_megasquirt_your_volvo_240_740_940.htm
Can anyone point me in the direction of detail how to like I posted above that has the information I'm looking for? Or let me know what other key components that I'm missing?
Thank you in advance for your help!
---- UPDATE: 12/17/16 -----
This is the current parts list I need/ want for my B230FT swap. This is specific to my build and may vary for others.
Thanks,
Just like most 122 owners, the B18 doesn't produce enough power for me.
Looking to do the classic B230FT swap that everyone claims has been done so many time before. However, I can't find a detail write up. Here is a example of the kind of detail I was looking for: http://www.srtforums.com/forums/f75/how-remove-oil-pan-622974/ OR http://www.srtforums.com/forums/f75/how-steel-braided-clutch-line-detailed-637137/
FIX/ SOLUTION SUGGESTION INFO
This is the information I have gathered so far:
- Get a 740 (1990 or 1991) with a B230FT with manual transmission (M46). Will need the bell housing.
- Modify pick up tube for oil pump (motor mounted upright).
SOLUTION: http://www.eric-o.com/wordpress/the-beginning-continued/ .
- If using a B230F, Block will need to be drilled for oil to the turbo and return.
- Get a 240 harness (used for 740's) from a Dave Barton. SUGGESTION: LH 2.2 instead of 2.4, way easier to get set up. You can run it with the EZK ignition from a 740 Turbo, or breakerless from a K-Jet 240 Turbo (pat244ti from TB).
INFO: 240 Harness= '89+ for LH2.4. '88 was the last year for 2.2
- VINTAGE TO OHC RED BLOCK MOUNT ADAPTER KIT http://yoshifab.com/store/index.php?_a=viewProd&productId=101.
- Modify IM (Intake Manifold).
- Fuel delivery system changed. Fuel pump put in. SOLUTION: run the stock sender into a 500ml/1l swirl pot, and run a high pressure pump between the swirl pot and the fuel rail.
- 50mm aluminum alloy radiator Volvo Amazon P1800 B18 B20 engine GT 1959-1970 M/T
- UNIVERSAL T-2 12PC 2.5" ALUMINUM INTERCOOLER PIPING+SILICONE HOSES+CLAMPS SILVER
- Distributor on back of head won't clear heater box. SOLUTION: Swap to a block mounted distributor and aux shaft out of an engine that was in a 240, assuming you have the factory heater box. In that case too, you will need a plug for the back of the head (http://yoshifab.com/store/index.php?_a=viewProd&productId=21). pat244ti from TB
INFO: A block-mounted distributor (and intermediate shaft) from a 240 was installed as the head-mounted distributor would not fit without cutting the firewall. (I modified a B21FT distributor; however, a distributor from an 89-92 240 would be best as it would not require modification.)- http://volvo1800pictures.com/0_car_photos/S/1967/94/Volvo_1800S_67_94_2645.php.
K-Jet INFO: http://www.k-jet.org/articles/information/k-jet-frequently-asked-questions/#1
SWAP LINK OF B230FT IN 1800: http://volvo1800pictures.com/0_car_photos/S/1967/94/Volvo_1800S_67_94_2645.php.
MS How To for 240, 740, and 940: http://www.diyautotune.com/tech_articles/how_to_megasquirt_your_volvo_240_740_940.htm
Can anyone point me in the direction of detail how to like I posted above that has the information I'm looking for? Or let me know what other key components that I'm missing?
Thank you in advance for your help!
---- UPDATE: 12/17/16 -----
This is the current parts list I need/ want for my B230FT swap. This is specific to my build and may vary for others.
- VINTAGE TO OHC RED BLOCK MOUNT ADAPTER KIT
http://yoshifab.com/store/index.php?_a=viewProd&productId=101 - Volvo 740 Raditor
- UNIVERSAL T-2 12PC 2.5" ALUMINUM INTERCOOLER PIPING+SILICONE HOSES+CLAMPS SILVER
- H-Beam Connecting Rod for B200/B230/B234 152mm (100 each)
http://yhst-26451710505916.stores.yahoo.net/hcoroforb215.html - ARP Headstuds for 8v Heads on B21/B23/B230 (1600-ARP8)
http://yhst-26451710505916.stores.yahoo.net/arphefor8vhe.html - 125402 - Timing Belt, Water Pump & Oil Seal Kit - B230
https://www.ipdusa.com/products/11936/125402-timing-belt-water-pump-oil-seal-kit-b230 - 120300 - Engine Oil Dipstick - B21 B23 B230
https://www.ipdusa.com/products/9112/120300-engine-oil-dipstick-b21-b23-b230 - 121308 - Oil Pump - B21 B23 B230 (MTC)
https://www.ipdusa.com/products/9907/121308-oil-pump-b21-b23-b230 - 101466 - Oil Pump Delivery Pipe Seal
- 101408 - Pan Gasket Set - B21 B23 B230
https://www.ipdusa.com/products/7034/101408-pan-gasket-set-b21-b23-b230 - 111709 - Adjustable Cam Timing Gear Sprocket B21 B23 B230
https://www.ipdusa.com/products/6445/111709-adjustable-cam-timing-gear-sprocket-b21-b23-b230 - 103022 - Main Bearing Set Standard Size - B230 B234
https://www.ipdusa.com/products/7854/103022-main-bearing-set-standard-size-b230-b234 - 101296 - Rod Bearing Set Standard Size - B230 B234
https://www.ipdusa.com/products/7517/101296-rod-bearing-set-standard-size-b230-b234 - 120108 - Front Timing Belt Guide Washer - B230 B234
- 120107 - Rear Timing Belt Guide Washer - B230 B234
- 121367 - Crankshaft Vibration Damper Pulley Washer - B230 B234
- 113828 - Knock Sensor
- Starter Motor & Solenoid
- Alternator
- 101383 - Head Gasket Set - B230
https://www.ipdusa.com/products/6062/101383-head-gasket-set-b230 - 125016 - Timing Belt Cover Kit - B230
https://www.ipdusa.com/products/11539/125016-timing-belt-cover-kit-b230 - 125636 - Valve Shim Kit
- 112946 - Fuel Injection Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor
https://www.ipdusa.com/products/6210/112946-fuel-injection-engine-coolant-temperature-ect-sensor - Volvo 8 Valve intake Manifold Isolators
https://yoshifab.com/store/volvo-8-valve-intake-manifold-isolators.html - Redblock "Delux" crank case breather kit (Catch can, oil cap, crank case breather and drain)
https://yoshifab.com/store/redblock-delux-crank-case-breather-kit.html - B230FT Aluminum Freeze Plug Retainer
https://www.deeworks.ca/product/b230ft-aluminum-freeze-plug-retainer/ - 8v GM ls coil mount bracket and coils
https://yoshifab.com/store/8v-gm-ls-coil-mount-bracket.html - Ebay Turbo Manifold
- Injectors (about $50 EA) or Green top?*
http://www.racetronix.biz/items.asp?Cc=FUELINJ-00&Bc= - MS3 pro
https://www.diyautotune.com/product/ms3-pro-standalone-ecu-with-8-39-wiring-harness/ - Billet Red block DSM CAS adapter (CAS off a 89-92 Mitsubishi eclipse with a 4g63) + 90 for CAS
https://yoshifab.com/store/billet-redblock-dsm-cas-adapter.html - B20 Oil Pan
- Nuke Volvo 8v/16v Red block Fuel Rail
https://yoshifab.com/store/nuke-volvo-8v/16v-redblock-fuel-rail.html - Volvo head/dizzy plug
https://yoshifab.com/store/volvo-head/dizzy-plug.html - AUX/ Intermediate shaft bearings
http://www.vp-autoparts.com/main.aspx?page=article&artno=463360 - 106261 - Crankshaft Harmonic Balancer (Damper) Pulley - 9135194
https://www.ipdusa.com/products/5645/106261-crankshaft-harmonic-balancer-damper-pulley - 121366 - Crankshaft Vibration Damper Pulley Bolt - B230 - 963319
https://www.ipdusa.com/products/9973/121366-crankshaft-vibration-damper-pulley-bolt-b230 - MAF Sensor for LH2.4
- 113818 - Thermostat Housing
https://www.ipdusa.com/products/4937/113818-thermostat-housing - 125329 - Thermostat & Seal (188?F / 87?C) - 273459
https://www.ipdusa.com/products/11986/125329-thermostat-seal-188-f-87-c
Thanks,
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