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Forum: maintenance & nonperformance 06-20-2022, 02:33 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 704
Posted By PCH
It will just show in the database as previous...

It will just show in the database as previous Fail, the new tech may ask you why and of course he will be very cautious. Nobody wants to pass a car that failed elsewhere.
Forum: maintenance & nonperformance 06-19-2022, 02:29 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 636
Posted By PCH
When using SAAB adapter in the lower radiator...

When using SAAB adapter in the lower radiator hose the factory switch with 92/87C (197/188F) On/Off setting works well.
Don't see a reason to install it in the upper hose- why turn on the fan before...
Forum: maintenance & nonperformance 06-13-2022, 12:11 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,168
Posted By PCH
Not local but still want to mention this thread:...

Not local but still want to mention this thread: https://forums.turbobricks.com/showthread.php?t=362534
Forum: projects & restorations 06-09-2022, 11:45 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,410
Posted By PCH
940 B230FT's only came with LH2.4 and that's what...

940 B230FT's only came with LH2.4 and that's what you will have to have. Crank shaft sensor and all with working CEL.

Block mounted distributor on the B230FT from 740/940 in a 240 turned out to...
Forum: maintenance & nonperformance 06-09-2022, 07:52 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 833
Posted By PCH
Possible to check with just a voltmeter. I think...

Possible to check with just a voltmeter. I think the sensor's plug is under the rear floor at the gas tank outlet/level sensor assembly and the sensor has a hose connected to it.
Forum: maintenance & nonperformance 06-08-2022, 11:32 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 6,315
Posted By PCH
Put masking tape around the perimeter of the...

Put masking tape around the perimeter of the driver door or at least some sections, get in from the pass side and drive- if the noise is not gone then it's not the door. May be the mirror. I added...
Forum: maintenance & nonperformance 06-08-2022, 06:54 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 833
Posted By PCH
Did you verify the electrical connection to the...

Did you verify the electrical connection to the sensor? You can probably get to it from the top without dropping the tank.
Forum: maintenance & nonperformance 06-04-2022, 09:00 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 534
Posted By PCH
Under hood or climate control?

Under hood or climate control?
Forum: maintenance & nonperformance 05-30-2022, 02:02 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 601
Posted By PCH
I don't see a problem there. But when I install...

I don't see a problem there. But when I install seals on old grooved beat up cranks or cams I usually remove the tension spring and cut about 2mm off.
Like this:...
Forum: maintenance & nonperformance 05-30-2022, 01:57 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 630
Posted By PCH
Very common. While HEPU pumps are great IMO,...

Very common. While HEPU pumps are great IMO, their top seals fail way earlier than the pumps. You can buy a genuine Volvo seal separate and they last much longer. I always use some additional sealant...
Forum: performance & modifications 05-27-2022, 11:44 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,575
Posted By PCH
Monitoring O2 sensor output (even better if you...

Monitoring O2 sensor output (even better if you have additional wide-band one with the gauge) can help to register a misfire. Misfire will show as lean condition or very low voltage output.
Forum: maintenance & nonperformance 03-26-2022, 08:27 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 727
Posted By PCH
Any chance the State will pay for the new Cat?...

Any chance the State will pay for the new Cat? Most of the time they will cover $1200 if you failed bi-annual Smog Check.
https://www.bar.ca.gov/consumer/consumer_assistance_program/
Forum: maintenance & nonperformance 03-24-2022, 12:13 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 600
Posted By PCH
The part numbers are stamped near the end.

The part numbers are stamped near the end.
Forum: maintenance & nonperformance 03-16-2022, 08:58 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 820
Posted By PCH
I may be wrong but I believe it works with the...

I may be wrong but I believe it works with the Idle Up Solenoid to maintain the idle speed whenever the massive York AC Compressor's Clutch is on. My '76 had it.
Forum: performance & modifications 03-16-2022, 06:18 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 890
Posted By PCH
There is mostly empty space behind it with the...

There is mostly empty space behind it with the wiper motor. You can lift up the cowl panel and check (3 screws)
Forum: maintenance & nonperformance 03-16-2022, 06:15 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 610
Posted By PCH
For the cruise control system?

For the cruise control system?
Forum: maintenance & nonperformance 03-15-2022, 06:30 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 717
Posted By PCH
You can unscrew the support bearing support from...

You can unscrew the support bearing support from the plate, then remove the plate to be able to measure the exact diameter of the part of the driveshaft where the bearing sits. I think this is the...
Forum: maintenance & nonperformance 03-11-2022, 01:32 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 647
Posted By PCH
The lower part of the radiator is still somewhat...

The lower part of the radiator is still somewhat protected by the grill in the lower air dam and the shield that is fixed to bottom of the radiator using 3 sliding fasteners (so the bumper can move...
Forum: maintenance & nonperformance 03-09-2022, 10:51 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,470
Posted By PCH
If you get the light on with no codes shown you...

If you get the light on with no codes shown you may want to try using a different code reader. Some inexpensive generic readers can't display factory codes, may have problems reading some of the...
Forum: maintenance & nonperformance 03-03-2022, 07:38 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 830
Posted By PCH
Any chance of drilling through the beam and using...

Any chance of drilling through the beam and using a long threaded rod?
Forum: maintenance & nonperformance 02-28-2022, 11:03 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,337
Posted By PCH
Look at this version out of '92. The pivot J is...

Look at this version out of '92. The pivot J is welded at both ends to the flat base instead of the one piece bent plate. Is the the third version?
...
Forum: maintenance & nonperformance 02-28-2022, 01:24 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,337
Posted By PCH
Redrill the hole farther away from the pivot?

Redrill the hole farther away from the pivot?
Forum: maintenance & nonperformance 02-28-2022, 12:41 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,337
Posted By PCH
And in the thread I referenced to sbabbs...

And in the thread I referenced to sbabbs identifies them as late 940.
The rear seat backrests were changed in '93 due to introduction of the child booster in the center with the retractable head...
Forum: maintenance & nonperformance 02-27-2022, 11:37 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,337
Posted By PCH
This is another version of the hinge bracket. The...

This is another version of the hinge bracket. The bolt and the gate pivot hole are located way closer to each other (from this thread: https://forums.turbobricks.com/showthread.php?t=363619 )
...
Forum: performance & modifications 02-20-2022, 02:33 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,424
Posted By PCH
The advertised MPG improvement (if real) probably...

The advertised MPG improvement (if real) probably comes from more advanced spray pattern resulting in better fuel atomization.

0280155884 FUEL INJECTOR SPECIFICATIONS:
Flow Rate: 19 lbs/hr at...
Forum: projects & restorations 02-20-2022, 02:15 AM
Replies: 198
Views: 231,356
Posted By PCH
That fender cleaned up very nicely! What turbo...

That fender cleaned up very nicely!
What turbo is on the new motor? Injector plans?
Forum: maintenance & nonperformance 02-16-2022, 06:30 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,424
Posted By PCH
The little hole with some loose rivet in it needs...

The little hole with some loose rivet in it needs to point up to minimize the air pocket in that location but it's not a major issue.
Forum: maintenance & nonperformance 02-16-2022, 05:06 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,424
Posted By PCH
May be replace the thermostat and make sure it's...

May be replace the thermostat and make sure it's not installed backwards at the same time (not 100% sure it's even possible on Volvo, but I've seen this done before)
Forum: maintenance & nonperformance 02-16-2022, 05:02 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 921
Posted By PCH
https://ozvolvo.org/discussion/5921/940t-vacuum-di...

https://ozvolvo.org/discussion/5921/940t-vacuum-diaphram-replacements-anyone-familiar-with-corvettes

http://turbobricks.com/forums/showthread.php?p=5556970&styleid=1
...
Forum: maintenance & nonperformance 02-16-2022, 12:40 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,424
Posted By PCH
From everything you listed the temp should be...

From everything you listed the temp should be staying in the middle. Is the radiator fan shroud in place?
Forum: maintenance & nonperformance 02-15-2022, 11:09 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 921
Posted By PCH
There is an alternative GM double servo that...

There is an alternative GM double servo that works and available. I remember seeing a write up about it here. I just plugged the vacuum line going to the ruptured section- works OKis still. All the...
Forum: maintenance & nonperformance 02-13-2022, 10:57 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,869
Posted By PCH
Probably to move it away from trunk/tailgate area...

Probably to move it away from trunk/tailgate area for leg safety. Also if you accidentally back into the hard object the S pipe will bend instead of stressing the exhaust manifold.
Forum: performance & modifications 02-11-2022, 10:58 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,057
Posted By PCH
MBC set at how many boost psi support?

MBC set at how many boost psi support?
Forum: maintenance & nonperformance 02-11-2022, 08:56 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,166
Posted By PCH
One sold few months ago in the Classifieds:...

One sold few months ago in the Classifieds: https://forums.turbobricks.com/showthread.php?t=358662&highlight=tow+hitch
I have one that was removed from S90 and was told it works on 7/9 wagons but...
Forum: maintenance & nonperformance 02-06-2022, 07:17 PM
Replies: 171
Views: 647,182
Posted By PCH
Heater hose outlet from the cylinder head is 3/8...

Heater hose outlet from the cylinder head is 3/8 NPT thread for the 5/8 heater hose.
Unused hole directly below #4 cylinder intake port is tapped for M14x1.5 plug on B230 motors
Forum: maintenance & nonperformance 02-06-2022, 07:11 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 133,887
Posted By PCH
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Forum: maintenance & nonperformance 02-06-2022, 07:03 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 7,193
Posted By PCH
3/8 NPT fitting for 5/8 heater hose

3/8 NPT fitting for 5/8 heater hose
Forum: maintenance & nonperformance 02-04-2022, 03:48 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,479
Posted By PCH
Wonder what the Green Book says about it.

Wonder what the Green Book says about it.
Forum: maintenance & nonperformance 02-03-2022, 04:55 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,029
Posted By PCH
For the doors an extra barrier between the metal...

For the doors an extra barrier between the metal frame and the interior panel helps. Also filling any empty space with foam- that's what Volvo did on their late 9 series cars to improve from early...
Forum: maintenance & nonperformance 02-02-2022, 07:41 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,029
Posted By PCH
Copying from earlier thread...

Copying from earlier thread https://forums.tbforums.com/showthread.php?p=5931933

TrafficMaster 3in1 insulation from Home Depot worked great for me. It's thin and pliable, you can glue many layers...
Forum: maintenance & nonperformance 02-02-2022, 01:34 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,954
Posted By PCH
I'd check the timing belt. Are you sure about the...

I'd check the timing belt. Are you sure about the main pulley/harmonic balancer? May be it just slipped and the mark is not on 0 anymore. How does it run?
Forum: maintenance & nonperformance 02-02-2022, 10:50 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 7,193
Posted By PCH
Thank you!

Thank you!
Forum: maintenance & nonperformance 02-01-2022, 09:50 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 7,193
Posted By PCH
Also looking for this info. Anyone?

Also looking for this info. Anyone?
Forum: maintenance & nonperformance 01-20-2022, 09:03 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,172
Posted By PCH
Tons of the aftermarket ones on e-bay, gotta make...

Tons of the aftermarket ones on e-bay, gotta make sure the connector fits- I think there was a production change at some point with 740's.
Forum: maintenance & nonperformance 01-20-2022, 02:24 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,828
Posted By PCH
5/16 restrictor inside the head outlet hose will...

5/16 restrictor inside the head outlet hose will save the core and the plastic valve. In stock form the heater valve acts as restrictor even when fully open- that's why it likes to blow up so much.
Forum: performance & modifications 01-19-2022, 01:46 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,971
Posted By PCH
Few questions: How long does it usually take ECU...

Few questions: How long does it usually take ECU to learn and adjust - once it goes into closed loop? How bad should I expect it to run on the first start?
I have a set of White injectors that I...
Forum: maintenance & nonperformance 01-16-2022, 07:23 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,470
Posted By PCH
Most of the cats going bad are not plugged or...

Most of the cats going bad are not plugged or restricted at all. May have just ran rich for too long, contaminated by coolant or oil burning. P0420 99% of the time is a cat needing replacement.
Forum: maintenance & nonperformance 01-09-2022, 07:16 PM
Replies: 133
Views: 84,684
Posted By PCH
That's great info, thank you!

That's great info, thank you!
Forum: maintenance & nonperformance 01-09-2022, 12:54 PM
Replies: 133
Views: 84,684
Posted By PCH
Item #72 in the inlet hose is def a heater valve....

Item #72 in the inlet hose is def a heater valve. I'm not sure what #73 in the outlet is, looks to be some kind of sensor/switch adapter, may be an option. Too bad there is no description for that...
Forum: performance & modifications 01-08-2022, 05:16 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,321
Posted By PCH
So the MAF is under boost pressure past the...

So the MAF is under boost pressure past the intercooler?
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