Vol242vo's 1980 Cali White 1 Owner 242 - Page 2

patrickstar · 10-16-2020, 06:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Harlard

I can barely keep up with you Washington boys and your beige 242s

Im trying to get the infinity gauntlet of 242s

Vol242vo · 10-16-2020, 09:56 PM

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Originally Posted by patrickstar

Im trying to get the infinity gauntlet of 242s

John242Ti · 10-17-2020, 02:58 AM

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Originally Posted by patrickstar

Im trying to get the infinity gauntlet of beige and brown 242s

FTFY

patrickstar · 10-17-2020, 11:32 AM

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Originally Posted by John242Ti

FTFY

In my eyes, there are only three types of 242. Beige, brown, and wrong

VolvoGLT · 10-17-2020, 01:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Vol242vo

Are these Recaro seats? Did you have to modify the headrests or did the fit the Recaros just like that? I know that the Recaros have a post spacing of 240mm and I thought Volvos have something else.

Vol242vo · 10-17-2020, 02:19 PM

Yes. The early style headrest slide in with a little encouragement.

VolvoGLT · 10-17-2020, 05:10 PM

Thanks! I'll see if I can get a set then and try it out. Those are the later styles though - the early ones are more triangle shaped.

Vol242vo · 10-17-2020, 06:50 PM

Yeah. I have it backwards...later for sure.

Vol242vo · 10-18-2020, 09:20 AM

klr142 · 10-18-2020, 11:19 AM

Sweet find! Does it run yet? Lol

brickborg · 10-18-2020, 06:54 PM

Man, loving this car and the work you're doing. Psyched to see more!

Vol242vo · 10-19-2020, 08:28 PM

Hey thanks guys! It’s getting there.

Before snow starts to fly, I rolled the 242 outside and put it on stands to pressure wash the underside, wheel wells, and engine bay so I have semi-clean areas to work on this winter. Also finished cleaning the passengers door and hung it’s door panel. Wheels are 100% ready for rubber now too!

Redblock guru · 10-19-2020, 09:02 PM

Nice looking project, I’ve got ‘79 242 GT. How’s your project coming along ?0

2turbotoys · 10-19-2020, 10:40 PM

The commando bumpers really take up some space in the garage, but still keeping them because I think they look cool. I still can't believe how large a 242 is, 3" longer than my 740T wagon was, way longer than my V50.

Way to clean it up, I need to do the interior removal clean also.

Vol242vo · 10-20-2020, 02:22 AM

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Originally Posted by 2turbotoys

The commando bumpers really take up some space in the garage, but still keeping them because I think they look cool. I still can't believe how large a 242 is, 3" longer than my 740T wagon was, way longer than my V50.

Way to clean it up, I need to do the interior removal clean also.

Agreed. Normally I’d throw a nice set of toy bumpers on but there’s just something about this one that I just can’t do it. I like the look of commandos on this one, a lot.

volvoracer82 · 10-21-2020, 12:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Vol242vo

I swapped over the GLE chrome lined vents, clock, and glovebox I already had and added a tachometer. Also, recently sourced an awesome looking R-Sport Momo wheel that’ll need a nice re-wrap. Let me know if anyone knows reputable upholster that’ll do this, I’m not having any luck so far.

I have a Volvo MOMO wheel that needs rewrapping too. A friend of mine has 2 Porsche MOMO wheels that were redone by www.sidcocustoms.com they did a fantastic job on them. I don't know how much they charge, but my friend is very happy with that company and how they turned out. that's my .02
Attached pics of his wheels for your viewing pleasure

Vol242vo · 10-21-2020, 03:40 PM

Incredible. I have a quote right now for $375 from an outfit in Texas that looks and sounds reputable. Thanks for this. I’ll give them a call.

Vol242vo · 11-02-2020, 11:19 AM

Spent some time this weekend swapping out the stock fuel pump and accumulator for a low psi (2.5 to 5) fuel pump to feed the weber carburetor. I also removed the fuel distributor, intake manifold, air conditioning components, and other KJet items to get a good cleaning to the engine and bay. This is just the first step to get things clean under the hood again, this won't be a 'shaved' bay but it will get a nice tidying up. I've always had great results with purple power and my pressure washer, spent a solid 3 hours spraying and lightly scrubbing.

SkeTchy-MechAniC · 11-12-2020, 09:44 AM

Awesome project! makes me miss my 242..

Vol242vo · 11-12-2020, 10:42 AM

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Originally Posted by SkeTchy-MechAniC

Awesome project! makes me miss my 242..

Hey thanks man, love your itb build you’re working on. Super clean!

Made a little more progress under the hood, colder weather has slowed me down...need a better heater for the garage!

klr142 · 11-12-2020, 02:13 PM

What carb is that? 38/38? I haven't seen that setup on a 240 before.

spock345 · 11-12-2020, 02:46 PM

What made you go with a carburetor vs fuel injection?

Vol242vo · 11-12-2020, 08:01 PM

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Originally Posted by klr142

What carb is that? 38/38? I haven't seen that setup on a 240 before.

It’s Weber 32/36 DGV - Super easy to work with and extremely reliable.

https://www.pegasusautoracing.com/pr...p?Product=1580

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Originally Posted by spock345

What made you go with a carburetor vs fuel injection?

I’ve always loved the sound of 8v and carbs, great throttle response and just fun. Who knows, I may go ITBs someday...

klr142 · 11-12-2020, 08:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Vol242vo

It’s Weber 32/36 DGV - Super easy to work with and extremely reliable.

Ah, bummer.

I was hoping it wasn't that. I had one on my B20 back in the day, adequate for the 90hp it had, but nothing fun. The 38/38 would've made it more reasonable but it still had smaller throats than the SUs(44). I like performance too much!

Vol242vo · 11-12-2020, 08:32 PM

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Originally Posted by klr142

Ah, bummer.

I was hoping it wasn't that. I had one on my B20 back in the day, adequate for the 90hp it had, but nothing fun. The 38/38 would've made it more reasonable but it still had smaller throats than the SUs(44). I like performance too much!

It’s all good. This will get me going and ultimately I’ll be running DCOE 45s.

10-18-2020, 11:19 AM	#35
klr142 Turbo, what? Join Date: May 2004 Location: OR	Sweet find! Does it run yet? Lol __________________ Kyle - NLMGG: '91 244 NA DD/Track - General Leif: '71 142 Endurance Racecar - The General's FB page - Oregon Volvo Tuners - Died - 2014 S60 T5 - 2006 Elantra DD

10-18-2020, 06:54 PM	#36
brickborg Board Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Nomi, MN	Man, loving this car and the work you're doing. Psyched to see more! __________________ 1985 760 Jurbo- 80k miles, finally running. Build thread HERE 2000 Honda CRV- Ã…snan 2012 Honda Civic LX- Reliable.

10-19-2020, 10:40 PM	#39
2turbotoys Astro Zombie Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Reading pa	The commando bumpers really take up some space in the garage, but still keeping them because I think they look cool. I still can't believe how large a 242 is, 3" longer than my 740T wagon was, way longer than my V50. Way to clean it up, I need to do the interior removal clean also. __________________ Feedback thread https://forums.tbforums.com/showthread.php?t=144924 1978 242, 5.3 L33 1979 242, MS, R brakes 2006 V50 T5 AWD @ 17 PSI

11-12-2020, 09:44 AM	#44
SkeTchy-MechAniC Board Member Join Date: Jun 2020	Awesome project! makes me miss my 242.. __________________ Never have i ever .... Seen a 242 with two motorcycles in the back

11-12-2020, 02:46 PM	#47
spock345 Board Member Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Santa Cruz, CA	What made you go with a carburetor vs fuel injection? __________________ 1967 122s, B20F, M40 1989 240 B230F (V15 cam, chipped EZK), M47 (Lost a fight with a Chevy express van) 2012 VW Tiguan 6 speed auto (oh the joys of carbon buildup).

10-17-2020, 02:19 PM	#31
Vol242vo Keep it clean... Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Spokane, WA	Yes. The early style headrest slide in with a little encouragement.

10-17-2020, 05:10 PM	#32
VolvoGLT Board Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Vienna, Austria	Thanks! I'll see if I can get a set then and try it out. Those are the later styles though - the early ones are more triangle shaped.

10-17-2020, 06:50 PM	#33
Vol242vo Keep it clean... Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Spokane, WA	Yeah. I have it backwards...later for sure.

10-18-2020, 09:20 AM	#34
Vol242vo Keep it clean... Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Spokane, WA

10-19-2020, 08:28 PM	#37
Vol242vo Keep it clean... Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Spokane, WA	Hey thanks guys! It’s getting there. Before snow starts to fly, I rolled the 242 outside and put it on stands to pressure wash the underside, wheel wells, and engine bay so I have semi-clean areas to work on this winter. Also finished cleaning the passengers door and hung it’s door panel. Wheels are 100% ready for rubber now too!

10-19-2020, 09:02 PM	#38
Redblock guru Newbie Join Date: Oct 2020	Nice looking project, I’ve got ‘79 242 GT. How’s your project coming along ?0

10-21-2020, 03:40 PM	#42
Vol242vo Keep it clean... Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Spokane, WA	Incredible. I have a quote right now for $375 from an outfit in Texas that looks and sounds reputable. Thanks for this. I’ll give them a call.

11-02-2020, 11:19 AM	#43
Vol242vo Keep it clean... Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Spokane, WA	Spent some time this weekend swapping out the stock fuel pump and accumulator for a low psi (2.5 to 5) fuel pump to feed the weber carburetor. I also removed the fuel distributor, intake manifold, air conditioning components, and other KJet items to get a good cleaning to the engine and bay. This is just the first step to get things clean under the hood again, this won't be a 'shaved' bay but it will get a nice tidying up. I've always had great results with purple power and my pressure washer, spent a solid 3 hours spraying and lightly scrubbing.

11-12-2020, 02:13 PM	#46
klr142 Turbo, what? Join Date: May 2004 Location: OR	What carb is that? 38/38? I haven't seen that setup on a 240 before.

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