Hi Volvonians, :-) How's your weekend going. Good I hope. I was hoping someone with the proper knowledge/experience might help me sort out a small ATF dilemma....
Largek92@...
Jul 4, 2005 4:39 am
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'85 should have an AW70, which uses Dexron II (III). Earlier models with the AW55 or BW55 3-speed may have been filled with Type F, however. FWIW, dropping...
Hi Kane, Thanks for the tips. This is the 3 speed with OD. The AW70 I think. In which case your info is good news. I appreciate the help. Cheers Boots ...
Largek92@...
Jul 4, 2005 6:01 am
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Hi, all, I know this is tough to answer since you don't know the condition of my V70 XC but I'm facing a 90k service that I can't afford. The car seems to be...
Mark Why not check and see what the 90K service consist's of and try doing it yourself? its easy to change your own oil and filter and you can take them back...
Jason Rush
Jason@...
Jul 6, 2005 1:06 am
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"Why not check and see what the 90K service consist's of and try doing it yourself?" Below is a list of what we do for a 30K service (30/60/90/120/etc.) It...
patrick@...
Jul 6, 2005 1:26 am
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Patrick, It did help and I wish I was closer. I live in SoCal 714/949 area. I actually have a really good place here called Dr. Volvo to take the wagon in....
Mark, I wouldn't trust Iffy Lube to touch even my sub-$500 daily driver, let alone a car that's actually worth something(!) Stipped oil pans/plugs, crappy oil...
Hi Guys, Speaking of smog tests, I'm about to go have the 2nd one done on my 85 245DL. It took 3 tests the last time to get it done. Failed (x2) by only a few...
Largek92@...
Jul 6, 2005 9:10 pm
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Most popular tip is plug the vacuum line to the "brain" for the ignition. I just took my '88 to the shop over by the Rancho San Diego Vons, passed by 30ppm...
Thanks Dave, Am I right that the vacuum line to plug is the one out of the computer on the front, passanger side of the car? What did they charge? Cheers Boots...
Largek92@...
Jul 6, 2005 10:13 pm
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Boots, Yes that is the line, it keeps the ignition from advancing too much under light loads. The test was ~$50, test only station. I like them because they...
Mark ditto on jiffy lube there is a volvo shop in costa mesa at 2148 newport blvd oil and filter is about $28. I do about every third time there so I can get...
Does anyone on this list in SoCal own a decent looking example of a 262C Bertone or 780 coupe? Or do you have a friend who does? If so, please email me at...
July 16, 2005 (Saturday) SoCal Volvo Owners Meet, Crystal Cove Promenade, Newport Beach. Everyone is welcome to join us. Here are the details: DATE:...
Hi Dave, I can't make it to this event but I wanted to ask you about upcoming events. As you will recall I hosted a little get together at the slot car track I...
John Emmons
johncyn@...
Jul 8, 2005 1:18 am
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Would you expand on this event? David Hunt volvodrdave@... ... Promenade, Newport Beach. Everyone is welcome to join us. Here are the details:...
David Hunt
volvodrdave@...
Jul 8, 2005 2:46 am
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It's an event for any and all car enthusiasts. Someone else will need to explain further, since this will be my first time there. There's a discussion about...
Thanks John, That slot car night was a lot of fun. Your idea would be a great addition to our annual Spring picnic... or any get-together, such as a BBQ....
Hi Guys, What scale slot cars are you talking about? Cheers Boots Langley [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]...
Largek92@...
Jul 8, 2005 4:31 am
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Hello: I'm a member of the group and my husband wants to sell his car to buy a new one: 2001 - S80 T6 - Excellent Condition; 52,000 miles Fully loaded: White...
SusPatt7@...
Jul 8, 2005 2:15 pm
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Hi Susan, Posting your car in the group is fine. I'll also be happy to post an ad in your Classifieds at http://www.scvcoa.org/page7.html. You can email me ...
Great News! Thank you for your help. Could you add our email address for any questions, please. If there is anything else you think we should add please...
SusPatt7@...
Jul 8, 2005 2:29 pm
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The track I mentioned is actually a dual scale, it will handle both 1:32 as well as 1:24. That's why I chose it. It's mounted on a trailer that's 7"x 13", four...
John Emmons
johncyn@...
Jul 8, 2005 3:03 pm
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Hi John, Well, drat! I've always been a demon for 1/64 (HO) scale and still have a "wikid" box of cars and parts. About every ten years since I was a kid, I've...
Largek92@...
Jul 8, 2005 7:05 pm
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Thanks Richard for responding... I sent you an email. Still looking for a nice 262C Bertone. Are there any left in SoCal? Dave B. ... 262C Bertone or 780...
Hi all, My name is Stephen and I and some other members of Volvo message boards setup this little get together. Every Saturday morning at the Crystal Cove...
Hi all, My name is Stephen and I and some other members of Volvo message boards setup this little get together. Every Saturday morning at the Crystal Cove...
Hi Boots, I just got back from Colorado and got your message. Check timing and back off to 10-11 BTDC, install 82șC thermostat and plug that line if you...
In a message dated 7/19/2005 6:35:25 PM Pacific Daylight Time, daveshan@... writes: Hi Boots, I just got back from Colorado and got your message. Check...
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