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Forum: performance & modifications 06-20-2022, 11:00 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 2,624
Posted By blkaplan
STS sells them, why bother recreating the wheel?

STS sells them, why bother recreating the wheel?
Forum: maintenance & nonperformance 06-15-2022, 08:13 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,073
Posted By blkaplan
Are they still offering a lifetime warranty with...

Are they still offering a lifetime warranty with transmissions?
Forum: maintenance & nonperformance 06-13-2022, 05:11 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 487
Posted By blkaplan
We solved the rear left brake light issue by...

We solved the rear left brake light issue by wiggling the bulbs in the holder a bit.

As it stands, the current issue.

Rear fog lights illuminate with brake pedal,
(Bulb in the fog light...
Forum: performance & modifications 06-13-2022, 05:07 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,070
Posted By blkaplan
rip aw-70

rip aw-70
Forum: maintenance & nonperformance 06-13-2022, 03:34 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 487
Posted By blkaplan
I'm seeing .39 V between the tail light ground...

I'm seeing .39 V between the tail light ground strip on the chassis on both sides.

Cleaned them up, now seeing .08V still have fog lights illuminating with brake lights.
Forum: maintenance & nonperformance 06-13-2022, 02:44 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 487
Posted By blkaplan
Brake light / rear fogs cross talk

My 92 240 wagon has something funky going on with the taillight wiring.

If i hit the brake pedal the bulb in the rear fog switch illuminates, the rear left brake light does not work.

When...
Forum: performance & modifications 06-10-2022, 02:53 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 2,624
Posted By blkaplan
Drivers / driving style can play a big roll in...

Drivers / driving style can play a big roll in pad wear.

When Randy Pobst drove our car, we noticed a 50% increase in pad wear.
Forum: performance & modifications 06-10-2022, 11:50 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 607
Posted By blkaplan
They are different. These are compatible. ...

They are different.

These are compatible.

https://www.bneshop.com/products/240-brembo-medium-brake-rotors?_pos=1&_sid=8d6a9cbd1&_ss=r
Forum: performance & modifications 06-08-2022, 07:22 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 2,624
Posted By blkaplan
I'm well aware.

I'm well aware.
Forum: performance & modifications 06-06-2022, 07:00 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 2,624
Posted By blkaplan
Getting some track-specific high temp pads and...

Getting some track-specific high temp pads and good fluid will do wonders for your car.

That + some cheap ducting and you should be ok to stop reliably.

Keeping everything small (stock)...
Forum: maintenance & nonperformance 06-03-2022, 12:36 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,413
Posted By blkaplan
ATE is OEM

ATE is OEM
Forum: performance & modifications 06-03-2022, 12:33 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 2,624
Posted By blkaplan
We offer a "Medium" kit, ...

We offer a "Medium" kit,

https://www.bneshop.com/collections/240-medium-brake-brembo-kit

Could use that with 316mm rotors and get a huge increase in thermal capacity compared to stock.

...
Forum: maintenance & nonperformance 06-01-2022, 02:32 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,413
Posted By blkaplan
For a volvo 240, i have found that to be the only...

For a volvo 240, i have found that to be the only way to work if it needs bleeding.

Cant speak to the variety of hoopties you have seen. :lol:
Forum: maintenance & nonperformance 06-01-2022, 12:06 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,413
Posted By blkaplan
factory bleed order is crucial.

factory bleed order is crucial.
Forum: projects & restorations 05-31-2022, 01:01 PM
Replies: 985
Views: 720,989
Posted By blkaplan
Did you try the second set of mounting holes? ...

Did you try the second set of mounting holes? Those suck it in closer.
Forum: performance & modifications 05-31-2022, 10:44 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,211
Posted By blkaplan
You know whats even stiffer than everything...

You know whats even stiffer than everything mentioned in the above article?

Factory 240 Girling calipers. You don't get much stiffer than 2 piece bolted iron.
Forum: performance & modifications 05-30-2022, 03:27 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,211
Posted By blkaplan
It's all about designing for a finished system. ...

It's all about designing for a finished system. You can have well-engineered monoblock calipers and 2 piece calipers... or you can have poorly executed versions of both.

At some point, its...
Forum: maintenance & nonperformance 05-26-2022, 04:51 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,064
Posted By blkaplan
If done correctly, it would be absolutley fine......

If done correctly, it would be absolutley fine...

Id trust a timesert over using a banjo bolt on a setup that is intended to have a tapered flare connection.
Forum: maintenance & nonperformance 05-26-2022, 04:47 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 759
Posted By blkaplan
https://www.bneshop.com/collections/240/products/2...

https://www.bneshop.com/collections/240/products/240-rear-axle-spherical-bearings
Forum: projects & restorations 05-17-2022, 04:24 PM
Replies: 636
Views: 442,351
Posted By blkaplan
ATM, I don't have any first hand knowledge of...

ATM, I don't have any first hand knowledge of that,,, just anxiety of an upcoming blower motor job and making a decision on a potentially substandard aftermarket blower motor.
Forum: projects & restorations 05-17-2022, 11:55 AM
Replies: 636
Views: 442,351
Posted By blkaplan
What blower motor are you going with?

What blower motor are you going with?
Forum: projects & restorations 05-16-2022, 01:12 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 40,710
Posted By blkaplan
My 242 had a noisy main pump, and I swapped in a...

My 242 had a noisy main pump, and I swapped in a new one... still noisy.

The thing that fixed it was upgrading the intank pump to the 740 turbo spec unit. The stock new intank 240 kjet pump...
Forum: performance & modifications 05-16-2022, 01:09 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,634
Posted By blkaplan
not without spacers, a low offset wheel + lots...

not without spacers, a low offset wheel + lots of dish does not give much caliper clearance.

the only way it would conceivably work would be if the wheel spokes were arced.
Forum: maintenance & nonperformance 03-24-2022, 05:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 568
Posted By blkaplan
this, or axle bushings

this, or axle bushings
Forum: performance & modifications 03-20-2022, 02:20 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,063
Posted By blkaplan
You can't go wrong with Aarow.

You can't go wrong with Aarow.
Forum: performance & modifications 03-17-2022, 05:53 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 31,481
Posted By blkaplan
Yes,

Yes,
Forum: maintenance & nonperformance 03-15-2022, 07:09 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 81,124
Posted By blkaplan
Do you think PETG will have enough temp...

Do you think PETG will have enough temp resistance for this application?
Forum: performance & modifications 03-15-2022, 09:55 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 31,481
Posted By blkaplan
For people who track their cars, its not...

For people who track their cars, its not unregular to rebuild the diff once a season or even twice a season if you want to keep things tip top.
Forum: performance & modifications 03-14-2022, 08:48 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 31,481
Posted By blkaplan
Thor's electric hammer.

Thor's electric hammer.
Forum: performance & modifications 03-14-2022, 07:56 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,231
Posted By blkaplan
These guys break EVERYTHING. :lol: They are...

These guys break EVERYTHING. :lol:

They are the John Lane of 2022
Forum: performance & modifications 03-14-2022, 07:55 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,231
Posted By blkaplan
It amazing how consistently they failed. Id...

It amazing how consistently they failed. Id suggest avoiding Meyle balls joints and stick to lemforder.

Next batch of QSRC should drop tomorrow FYI
Forum: projects & restorations 03-13-2022, 03:05 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 19,729
Posted By blkaplan
I ran a straight-through minimal resonator. The...

I ran a straight-through minimal resonator. The car was so loud I had to drive with earplugs in.

It was ok with a helmet on, but not sure if i would want to put up with it for an enduro...
Forum: projects & restorations 03-13-2022, 10:36 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 19,729
Posted By blkaplan
I had a lot of boost control issues with my side...

I had a lot of boost control issues with my side exit exhaust as well. No issues with full length setup.
Forum: performance & modifications 03-11-2022, 11:01 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,461
Posted By blkaplan
I bet they could probably make them if you were...

I bet they could probably make them if you were willing to order a set. They make a lot of that stuff in house so I'm sure they have the capability to fire up another set if someone wanted to pony...
Forum: performance & modifications 03-09-2022, 01:23 PM
Replies: 307
Views: 202,578
Posted By blkaplan
I dont think bell housing alignment will cause a...

I dont think bell housing alignment will cause a vibration. It certainly could cause your trans or engine to be ruined in short order but not a vibration.
Forum: projects & restorations 03-07-2022, 12:20 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 8,614
Posted By blkaplan
Yes, that's not anything to worry about. As long...

Yes, that's not anything to worry about. As long as what the block is stamped matches the pistons... you should be good to go.
Forum: maintenance & nonperformance 03-04-2022, 06:43 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,132
Posted By blkaplan
I had that problem on my 960 and then the trans...

I had that problem on my 960 and then the trans died... The radiator / auto trans cooler was leaking coolant into the transmission. Check your trans fluid for signs of water / antifreeze.
Forum: projects & restorations 02-18-2022, 07:17 PM
Replies: 232
Views: 170,599
Posted By blkaplan
Sad to see this but it's probably the best time...

Sad to see this but it's probably the best time to sell a car like this.
Forum: maintenance & nonperformance 02-17-2022, 01:28 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,292
Posted By blkaplan
Polybushings = no bueno

Polybushings = no bueno
Forum: performance & modifications 02-04-2022, 12:29 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,011
Posted By blkaplan
I could see that.

I could see that.
Forum: projects & restorations 02-03-2022, 01:10 PM
Replies: 929
Views: 855,411
Posted By blkaplan
Where did you get the model of that 242? Did you...

Where did you get the model of that 242? Did you do that yourself?
Forum: performance & modifications 02-02-2022, 06:43 PM
Replies: 201
Views: 30,876
Posted By blkaplan
I wouldn't bother with going tighter then .015...

I wouldn't bother with going tighter then .015 either.

With a VX cam and regular port work you wont notice the difference with .007" extra lift and you lose any margin for error before you get too...
Forum: performance & modifications 01-31-2022, 04:00 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,458
Posted By blkaplan
205 55 16 would be my choice. biggest...

205 55 16 would be my choice.

biggest issue is does the tire compound you want come in that size?
Forum: projects & restorations 01-30-2022, 12:27 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 19,729
Posted By blkaplan
Shouldn't the 960 91-94 wagon tank be good to go?...

Shouldn't the 960 91-94 wagon tank be good to go? those cars never received the IRS setup.

Did wagons have a smaller capacity?
Forum: projects & restorations 01-28-2022, 12:47 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 19,729
Posted By blkaplan
I would definitely get a 960 tank for the car. ...

I would definitely get a 960 tank for the car. Its well engineered, it fits, and is available for not much cost.
Forum: showroom 01-26-2022, 04:16 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 602
Posted By blkaplan
:rofl: Does it have the 2 stroke conversion...

:rofl:

Does it have the 2 stroke conversion though?
Forum: performance & modifications 01-20-2022, 04:27 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,581
Posted By blkaplan
302mm rotor option required a 16" wheel. If you...

302mm rotor option required a 16" wheel. If you use the 280mm rotor setup, you can use a 15" wheel.

Id avoid the 305 vs the 302. They are super heavy.
Forum: projects & restorations 01-16-2022, 09:30 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,270
Posted By blkaplan
Yea those seats do look great. top-notch. Just...

Yea those seats do look great. top-notch. Just the right amount of fill.
Forum: performance & modifications 01-08-2022, 01:09 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,970
Posted By blkaplan
The best extreme budget bet for a lemons car is a...

The best extreme budget bet for a lemons car is a g80 with the weight welded in place. That shaft can break if you cut the weight so its better just to reinforce it.
Forum: performance & modifications 01-06-2022, 05:08 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,011
Posted By blkaplan
You did towerys and mine, neither worked well at...

You did towerys and mine, neither worked well at all.
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