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And yes... The C70 is longer then the S60.
Rhino Ramps + Car stands - Pep Boys
Filter case cup - IPD
Crush washer - Where u got the cartridge or IPD
Where does the gasket provided with the filter go? There is a slot on the threaded area of the
plastic filter case. Use old oil to lubricate the
new gasket and slip it in slot. Easy to see.
How tight do you re-tighten the cannister that the cartridge goes in? You will feel when it
stops. It won't want to go anymore, don't go past this.
It looks like I can reach the filter and drain plug without jacking the car up...has anyone tried that? No Way. Not enough clearence for the pan.
Does the drain plug have a washer that requires replacement? Yes. Each time as the crush washer
changes shape. 50-75 cents.
The filter case cup tool slides on the case and
has a bolt like thingy you attach a rachet to.
I know they sell these cups at pep boys but you
would have to size it up some how.
rd 99 c70
Forgot the reasons but they say you should
use your old warm oil to lub your new filters
rubber gasket. Anyone know if I'm right on this
one?
rd
http://www.fumotovalve.com/
Got one for each of my vehicles while I was at it. And no, I don't own stock or represent this company in any way....
After trying different brands of CD-Rs in the stereo, I have found the following....
You will want to burn at 1x the speed.
You will want to use TDKs. These have been the best so far. Barry Manilow's voice really comes through well (yes, that is a joke as I only listen to Richard Simmons Sweatin to the Oldies)
Memorex is ok
Sony is ok
DO NOT use Phillips. The stereo searches forever to find the song and you can forget about skipping ahead to the next song.
While it was in, I had the dealer adjust the windows - whenever we raised both passenger front and rear windows at the same time they collided at the halfway closed point.
Of course 'adjustments' are only covered for 12/12,000 so they hit me for $170. Tech said these are really touchy - he doesn't let anybody else in his shop touch them. Seems to work well now.
I came from a '93 300ZX, so the performance difference is notable (so far as I can tell).
My question is this: I have to replace the wheels/tires this week and am wondering if 18" rims are better for handling, or if any of you have bigger wheels like this? Previously I had 17" rims with 45s on them.
I don't care if the new wheels are 17 or 18", but I have to replace the wheels regardless and I just want better handling, however possible.
Any input would be helpful.
Thanks!
I have 17/45 wheels on my 00 Coupe and the handling is absolutely wonderful. At about 35,000 with the Michelin Pilots, I noticed handling problems but considering that they were 17's, I was happy to get 35,000 out of them (They lasted 43k). I may be off on this but I believe that the ZX is rear wheel drive and if that is the case, you are going to notice performance differences. Plus, if you have 25k or so on the tires that makes a difference.
I moved from the Michelins to the Bridgestone Protenzas (mainly because of cost but I heard they were good with wet traction, and that the tread wears more even as well). I am very happy with the Protenzas. The wet traction is much better than the Pilots were. However, I have not had them in warm weather yet as I replaced them in November and am looking forward to seeing how they perform on hot days. I am happy to say they are just as miserable in snow as the the Pilots were. Being in Chicago, the driving tends to be aggressive in order to be defensive. I can tell you that while I do get a bit of torque steer every once in a while, when I am humming along the car handles very well in tight turns and the only squealing I ever hear is when Lisa is in the seat next to me. I have never really gotten the tires to chirp.
As for going from 17 to 18 you will just need to ask yourself one question...
Where do you live?
If you live in Chicago it is against the law to have 18" rims because of the damage you can do to your car given the roads here (Unless you have an El Dorado or a 70's Nova then it's against the law because of the damage you can do to other cars).
Yes. That is a joke even though it shouldn't be.
My 17" original Michelin Pilots are on their last leg.
35 k miles.
I called Tirerack and they said they recommend the Protenzas over the new Pilots.
The Pilots run about $177. Per
Can I ask which model/size tires did you get?
My only concern I think was the fact that they were not Z rated tires. Am I right and is it a
major concern with our cars.
I purchased the Bridgstone Blizzaks from Tirerack
about 3 years ago. Best auto purchase I ever made.
Our winter in New York has been one of the worse
and my C70 trots almost as good as any Hummer.
ty
rd
99 c70
brake pads go quickly.
I failed inspection yesterday cause my from
pads were down to the metal and rear pads
have about 3k miles left to them. It's a good
thing I had a set of PBR front pads sitting in
the house. Bought them about two years ago for
their no low brake dust ability. Went home
and get them. Brought them back and shop threw
them on for $45 and passed inpection.
I surprised me because I have a speed and thought
I would get 50k out of these OEM pads.
Well called up Brentwood Volvo [ they mail order ]
and got a quote of $ 30 for the rear pads.
If the shop charged me #45 to install the fronts
should the rear be about the same labor?
They also said the serpentine belt is getting a
little worn. When should you change out this
belt if you do mostly city driving?
ty
rd
Alrighty then....
For tires...
I have the Protenzas and they are the RE730 Gen 2. and are ZR Speed rated. 225/45-17 and about $144 a pop.
Brakes...
The Volvo pads are traditionally softer so they do tend to go quick. I threw on the PBR's from IPD as well at around 33,000. I cannot wait to get those suckers off. While it has been nice that they are dustless, they squeal like a mother.
I am due for new brakes soon so if you can tell me if you are having a similar issue with your PBRs it would be helpful. If you are not, let me know what was done so that I can instruct the dealership to do the exact same. I would not have an issue trying out the PBRs again if they would just keep QUIET!!!!! :-)
By the way, the Pilots that I compared against cost $233 when I compared and I don't see that price on tirerack anymore so they must've come down in price
Right now the PBR deluxe are quiet. I told
the manager at the shop to have the tech
throw on a lot of anti squeal lub cause these
pads have rep for screeching. Hope it stays
that way as these pads are nice and soft and
responsive.
Did your PBR's start squeeling right away or
did it take some time?
Those tires sound very attractive.
ty
rd
Thanks,
Craig
Went back to the stock pads.
Dust doesn't bother me, been around Benzes and Bimmers that are just as bad.
The manufacturer would have to prove that a mod caused the failure of another system.
Example, we had a customer install an aftermarket alrm in his volvo and the installer hacked the wiring harness.
Wiring harness fried, no warranty coverage.
Mods are fine, just be careful what they are and who installs them.
Talk about frustrating and a buzz kill after getting a new car.
Volvomax,
Thanks for the info. I am definitely thinking of gettting an alarm too, since the factory alarm didn't help in the aforementioned case. I need to get a shock sensor.
Other than that, I just want to lower the stance of the car a bit to enhance handling. I think lowering the springs will do the trick.
Speaking of lowering, does everyone go with IPD in their mods, or are other aftermarket makers just as good for Volvo?
A few weeks ago my 99 Volvo's CEL came on. [ Check old post ]
On a hunch I mail ordered a new gas cap thinking my original one is getting old and popped it in last thursday.
Went to get gas Saturday and WaLah, when I started the car the CEL went out and has been out ever since.
It may be a good idea to change all your fluid
caps and seals every three years or so. Gas, Oil, Coolant, Etc.
Hope this tip helps other motorist's in the future.
rd
99 c70
If memory serves Volvo offered a dealer installed mass movement sensor for the C70.
You might want to check it out.
Now I wish I had a 99 instead of my 2000. I go away on business for 2 days and Lisa (my lovely wife who I have no business being with cause she is way too good for me) decided to put gas in the car. Yes...You are correct. I get home and the CEL is on. I check the gas cap and...Yes...you are correct. It wasn't on properly. However!!!!!! With the 2000 C70's, refastening it and having the 'vacuum' work correctly does not solve the problem (which it obviously does for the 99's). So I will have to go to the dealer once again and get it switched off.
On another note, my salesman said the worst 18 words to me that he could say...
Saturday, April 5th 8:20am
"Craig? Mark Demma. Look, a spot on the European buying program just opened up if you want it."
Saturday, April 5th 5:00pm
Craig drops his $2k security deposit down on the XC90 for his beautiful, 6 month pregnant, overly-emotional, hyper-tempermental, Italian-American princess (did I mention too good for me?) wife so that he doesn't have to trade in his baby (c70).
hmmmm.... Wonder if they can convert that automatic tranny to a manual now that she won't drive it anymore.
'11 GMC Sierra 1500; '08 Charger R/T Daytona; '67 Coronet R/T; '13 Fiat 500c; '20 S90 T6; '22 MB Sprinter 2500 4x4 diesel; '97 Suzuki R Wagon; '96 Opel Astra; '08 Maser QP; '11 Mini Cooper S
We lucked out.
So I get home from Cincinnati. Hop in my baby. And the CEL light isn't on anymore. So in a fit of horrible judgement I thank my goddess of a wife, who is too good for me, for taking the car to the dealer to have the light turned off. After looking at me like I'm a moron, she indicates that it went off on its own after she filled up the tank and drove around for a while.
I must say that I am absolutely beside myself. I never thought that she would fill my baby with gas....er,... I never thought that the light would go off by itself.
'11 GMC Sierra 1500; '08 Charger R/T Daytona; '67 Coronet R/T; '13 Fiat 500c; '20 S90 T6; '22 MB Sprinter 2500 4x4 diesel; '97 Suzuki R Wagon; '96 Opel Astra; '08 Maser QP; '11 Mini Cooper S
Thanks
By the way...don't listen to that Tmart guy...There's something awfully suspicious about him...
Tommy...Go take a peek at the XC90 discussion. There's these guys (volvobuster and bigeddy) that are totally ragging on each other in the #270 and down the road posts. It's pretty funny.