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  1. n xntrx volvo

    m46/m47 specs

    need the backspacing info off a m46 or m47 transmission. basically how far back from the bellhousing face (use a straight edge and ruler) is the: splines (full section, not the tappered area) how far back do they go? the input shaft odd questions, but thanks in advance -Aaron
  2. n xntrx volvo

    flywheel bolt specs

    anyone happen to know the dia of the bolts (not the head, the threads)?
  3. n xntrx volvo

    making a throttle body?

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  4. n xntrx volvo

    adapter plates

    need to make 2 first is for the intake. can get 1/8" plate (steel) relatively easy here, think enough to support an intake manifold? going to use a piece of phenolic in between to allow for port blending and bolt heads. one problem, the head is threaded and so is the intake. so a few of those...
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    s70 wiring diagram needed

    for the inst panel and the tail lights (grounding mainly) thanks, -Aaron
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    b-ham pnp 12/27

    going 12/27 if anyone wants to join up. look for the ghetto version of "rob & big". directions/ location b-ham pull a part http://www.pullapart.com/Locations/LocationDetail.aspx?locationId=5 btw, only gotta be 16 if ya didnt know. -Aaron ps- might swing by montgomery afterwards to bug kenny.
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    fwd noise

    this fwd stuff is odd to me still (stinking wife had to have a s70) car makes whirling noise while driving from pass side front -no noise when stopped -noise is (car) speed dependant -noise only changes in corner the same as wheel speed changes. -no clicking or clunking -unloading the wheel...
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    16v head comparo

    i the middle of decided which head gets cut up for a porting guide and which one gets ported. below are the reference pics. the penta unit has a larger chamber, better for high boost apps. but its all along the side. imho this would cause a "pocket" of unspent gas to sit there, also not allowing...
  9. n xntrx volvo

    radiusing the cc?

    good idea or bad? -all withing the flame ring area pro- increase flow around valves that are tight against the edge - decrease sharp egdes withing the cc - increase cc volume on high scr engines that are +t'd (like my 16v 2.5L) con- eliminates barrier to seperate firing ring from cc...
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    volvo 340/ renault f2n tappet shim source in usa?

    k, after all the hard work from james, i've got a set of 340 (f2n) tappets in my 16vt. one problem, cant find a source for shims in the usa. any idea on sources or other cars that have the 31.5mm dia tappet shims? thx -Aaron
  11. n xntrx volvo

    making a hood bra?

    my 780 has some damage to the hood edge. its in a hard spot to bang out, and not a easy part to find. so, anyone have any info on how to make your own hood bra (since none are avail for a 780).
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    b280 a/c setup question

    got a pic? think mine is missing something from the tensioner.
  13. n xntrx volvo

    VSC Variable Stall Control for conv, crap?

    patent product page more info looks like just a solenoid inline with the conv feed. info for the lazy non-link folk " The high performance and racing torque converters being produced today have to provide both a sufficient stall RPM and at the same time maintain a reasonably good...
  14. n xntrx volvo

    polishing a turd / aw70-71 build up

    yes i know many have spent lots of money and failed (via level 10) yes i know there's other options yes i know i'm asking for a let-down yes i've rebuilt auto trannies for performance apps (all w/ guides though) yes i've done research yes i've got the rebuilding books now that thats out of the...
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    proper valve clearance 16v

    found some solid lifters to replace the hyd units in the 16v. the b230 uses a .35-.4mm cold, .4-.45 mm hot clearance. should i use these for the 16v also? fyi, the lifter is CEP2131726, avail from napa for 8.50 ea, or 25 for 8 on ebay new. its pre 84 vw watercooled (think gti) the meas i have...
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    780 spec questions

    new to 780's. this one also had someone elses gands all over it. so not sure if everything thats supposed to be there is. do 780's have: a splash shield? if so, is it 780 spec or reg 700? anything below the rear bumper? such as a rear platic pan piece like my old 765. headlight washers? spot is...
  17. n xntrx volvo

    headlight aiming

    doing this on the 780. didnt remember seeing info on tbricks about it, so here. (1) park car in a darkened area with level floor and with a wall having non reflecting white surface. (2) Mark reference line on floor 25 feet away from and parallel to wall (3) Position vehicle perpendicular...
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    s70 remote start?

    it gets cold as **** here for my socal blood, so picked up a remote start kit for the old ladies s70 (98). its a basic add-on style so she can keep her volvo remotes. from my understanding, only the me7 cars need a module, is this right? anyone have a wiring diagram of this car to ease...
  19. n xntrx volvo

    s90 > 780

    for those that dont know i picked up a cheap 780 w/ the frog motor as a beater. locally there's a s90 wreck. can get the whole car cheap. car was/ is in excellent shape otherwise. motor swap? electronics issues (ecu, and tranny)? drive shaft? front crossmember swap w/o suspension needing to be...
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