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Yesterday, 12:24 PMAny acceleration or even cruising steady at high speed is boost. At 270k the cylinders are tapered upwards, the compression rings are worn, too....3 replies | 239 view(s)
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01-23-2023, 08:55 PMAllgonquin replied to a thread Replaced exhaust cam seal, driver side, LHD car in 2001-2007 XC70 (V70XC)Fingers crossed, but looking good. It's been a week and the belly pan should have started to allow a leak if it was leaking at the previous rate -...3 replies | 239 view(s) -
01-22-2023, 08:07 PM...reminds me, it's soon time to change my CAFs.3 replies | 243 view(s)
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01-22-2023, 08:05 PM...consider getting a used one from a wrecker, like erievovo.com (you will likely have to phone them) and tell them you want it so you can have it...2 replies | 126 view(s)
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01-20-2023, 07:26 PMContinued with some maintenance on my 05 XC70. Replaced the right engine mount and the torque rod mount. Also figured it would be a good time to...0 replies | 233 view(s)
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01-19-2023, 06:14 AMXfingers replied to a thread Replaced exhaust cam seal, driver side, LHD car in 2001-2007 XC70 (V70XC)The vacuum from your rubber glove test only shows the PCV IDLE circuit isn't plugged. There's another BOOST circuit for PCV gases when the engine is...3 replies | 239 view(s)
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01-18-2023, 01:48 PMStrange noise from timing belt area when engine cold. It starts around 1 min. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pf-oO-yCJtQ&t=1s This was recorded...0 replies | 8 view(s)
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01-15-2023, 04:51 PMMost cars and trucks built in the last 20 or 30 years have systems that consume small amounts of power whether the key is on or not. If your car...2 replies | 288 view(s)
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01-15-2023, 04:25 PMI been putting it off for the year I owned it3 replies | 243 view(s)
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01-15-2023, 02:46 PMAllgonquin started a thread Replaced exhaust cam seal, driver side, LHD car in 2001-2007 XC70 (V70XC)2004, 270K miles (yes!) Car developed a significant oil leak almost overnight. Seemed to be coming from the driver's side of the engine. Could not...3 replies | 239 view(s)
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01-15-2023, 01:55 PMI have a 2004 XC70 that doesn't keep fuel pressure in the fuel rail. If I turn key on and wait, then turn it off, then turn it on and wait and turn...0 replies | 62 view(s)
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01-15-2023, 01:35 PMAh, the neglected cabin air filter. When I first changed mine right after acquiring my XC70 in 2017, there was so much junk in the compartment. It...3 replies | 243 view(s)
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01-15-2023, 08:19 AMThe top engine mount looked good but the was excessive okay in the mount. When I moved the strut bar the was a loud clunking noise. I decided to...3 replies | 243 view(s)
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01-14-2023, 05:34 PMHave you had AAA out to try boosting the car followed by a drive to charge the battery? Or if there is a battery charger that you could connect to...2 replies | 288 view(s)
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01-13-2023, 09:27 PMMy Volvo Wagon is sitting in my garage with a dead battery. My husband handled the cars but he passed away a few months ago, so now I'm sitting...2 replies | 288 view(s)
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01-13-2023, 01:01 PMI maybe able to get a new line made, but they ask me what type of fittings are needed, and I don't know as I'm still driving the car.2 replies | 126 view(s)
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01-13-2023, 12:21 PMHello; My 2002 V70 XC needs "Fuel Pipe 8627879". Volvo no longer carries it, & I can't find it anywhere on the web. What can I replace it with?...2 replies | 126 view(s)
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01-12-2023, 08:44 AMv70+xc70 replied to a thread Swapping / converting rear fog lights RHD for LRD on XC60 10/2008 2.4D 163BHP in 2009+ XC60Its non functioning but has a bulb etc? Thats weird. I'd be temped to make up a jumper cable from the current functioning side and run the wire to...3 replies | 1602 view(s)
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01-11-2023, 07:43 PMkef started a thread 2005 XC70 P0089 (ECM-2900) - Problem Persists with New Fuel Pump in 2001-2007 XC70 (V70XC)Greetings... I recently replaced the fuel pump on my 2005 XC70 at 247 k miles because of a P0089 code (fuel pressure regulator A performance) that...0 replies | 123 view(s)
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01-11-2023, 10:11 AMAfter a lot of research, I ended up buying Blizzaks, size 235/55R-17, mounted on alloy wheels from tirerack. I would have preferred steel wheels but...1 replies | 419 view(s)
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01-09-2023, 09:23 PMI need to buy snow tires for my 2010 XC70 T6 and was wondering what is the best size for the vehicle. It came with 18" wheels but I am thinking of...1 replies | 419 view(s)
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01-05-2023, 09:32 AMFound a nice 2010 XC70 T6 at the local volvo dealer yesterday. Will be picking it up tomorrow. Can't wait.3 replies | 614 view(s)
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01-04-2023, 07:31 PMI have the back up camera but have not tried to install it just yet3 replies | 303 view(s)
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01-04-2023, 12:32 PMCool1 replies | 144 view(s)
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01-04-2023, 12:28 PMI've been away for a while Mates but I couldn't stop looking at the possibilities out there. I just sold my '89 244 with 59K original miles and...1 replies | 144 view(s)
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01-03-2023, 06:59 PMUpdate- alarm was plug and play instalation. No need to reprogram anything. Entire job took about 1.5 hours and that's not rushing anywhere. Please...2 replies | 1855 view(s)
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01-03-2023, 12:27 PMI think that you are stuck with taking it to a professional.if you will buy vida/dice knockoff from ebay and will be able to properly install it to...1 replies | 399 view(s)
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01-03-2023, 08:53 AMLooking forward to your write-up. Wife wants a backup camera, and better audio integration via Blu-tooth would be nice. May depend on how much time...3 replies | 303 view(s)
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01-02-2023, 08:10 PMMay I please add another option-2016 xc70 2.5t. IMHO 3.2 is great engine,but the gas mileage is so poor that my f150 with 5.0 v8 will take it to...3 replies | 614 view(s)
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01-02-2023, 01:43 PMAbout to install an Alpine INE-W970HD in the XC. I added an XM antenna and backup camera to the package. I’ll report back when complete. ...3 replies | 303 view(s)
