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  1. Pillow

    S/V/C 2.5T vs 3.2 (SI6)

    Looking for your opinions on the 2.5T vs the newer 3.2 (SI6) motors. Need a new ride for my daughter and trying to figure out which motor would be the least headache since she is off at college. We have a 2006 XC70 with the 2.5T and it has been great so far and has ~190k on it. Normal...
  2. Pillow

    7/9 LS Swap Power Steering hoses?

    For the 7/9 LS swappers, what PS lines/hoses did you all end up going with? No one really mentions them, maybe I missed the easy solution...?
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    S/V/C XC70 Haldex 3 AOC Driveshaft removal ?

    Hey TB! I am a little stuck on removing the rear driveshaft flange from the rear differential. The "Cup" that is the driveshaft flange sits in is impossible to get a prybar it to get some leverage to pop it out of the cup. 2006 XC70 Haldex 3 / AOC The exhaust is dropped and out of the...
  4. Pillow

    740 w B230 High Mile Oil Analysis!

    https://www.eeuroparts.com/blog/12392/the-results-are-in-a-rowe-stress-test-in-a-high-mile-volvo-740/ Interesting Oil Analysis for a very high mile 740 at 489,663 miles! Try 11,000 a mile interval next time! Great summary. Details in the link. In summary 7/9 world domination as always...
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    Rich raises the bar on the 7/9 LS Turbo game - 901 RWHP!!!

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UobPzny8iCU 7/9 Luxury and performance. The only thing getting crushed here is your hopes and dreams in the losing lane :rofl: Seriously well done Rich!
  6. Pillow

    Deep Dive on Oil Comparisons

    https://540ratblog.wordpress.com/ Draw you own conclusions, but this a really good deep dive on oil performance and head to head comparisons. Lengthy, but you can read it all or skip to the bottom line. FWIW I thought #4 was fascinating being a "green" product vs conventional oils...
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    Volvorado 245 w LS +T on the Sloopy Dyno

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UCbweJpl2og Normal Sloppy setup, but looks good doing it. Plus a Gremlin.
  8. Pillow

    Volvette profiled in LS1Tech

    LS1Tech repping the Volvo conversions! https://ls1tech.com/how-tos/slideshows/ls-powered-volvo-is-a-supercar-slayer-541745#dug-stickler Discussion thread: https://ls1tech.com/forums/conversions-hybrids/1901682-ls-powered-volvo-supercar-slayer.html#post19923837 Raising the game for the 7/9...
  9. Pillow

    LS 7/9 swappers - what exhaust manifolds work?

    LS swappers, what have you all used with success on a 7/9 NA build? I have tried multiple stock GM manifolds, but they have either dumped onto the steering shaft or come out too wide and hit frame rail... At this point, I think generic block huggers are the way to go? Thanks!
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    Pillows LS swap into 960 build v-log - the shade tree conversion bible

    This conversion has been a longtime in the making. Thanks for the information and support of the TB members and LS1Tech Hybrid conversions along the way that have provided guidance and motivation. Most all updates will be in text and/or video blogs on YouTube. With Photobucket gone, I have...
  11. Pillow

    Stock 7/9 fuel lines to AN underhood

    Honest I searched... And could not find a definitive answer except for fuel rails. Has anyone used an adapter fitting from the drivers side under hood hard fuel line to AN? It looks like the fitting is a M12x1.25 bubble flare compression, like a brake line..? The closest I could get to...
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    Hydraulic Clutch MC thread size?

    Hopefully easy question that has been eluding me. I figure someone else has run into the situation I am in for hydraulic clutch lines. What is the thread size/pitch for the 7/9 Turbo clutch master cylinder outlet? I need to run 4AN line from the clutch master cylinder to TO bearing and...
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    7/9 Replacement Metal for Battery Tray?

    I searched... Amazingly found nothing. The 745 has the typical battery tray rust hole. Who sells quality metal for 7/9 battery trays / passenger inner fenders? Keyword quality. This is probably a very common repair... Thanks!
  14. Pillow

    Fabricator Call Out! Who wants to build 7/9 Brembo mounts?

    We have plenty of gifted fabricators and board manufacturing companies here... Someone please step up and make Brembo mounts for the 7/9 crowd. The NEW 4 Pot Brembo calipers are dirt cheap for what they are at @122 each shipped. I've run these on 3 other cars and love them, the feel...
  15. Pillow

    LS Swapped Amazon featured in LSX Magazine

    Solid! http://www.lsxmag.com/features/car-features/volatile-volvo-greg-carnforths-immaculate-ls-powered-65-amazon/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=volatile-volvo-greg-carnforths-immaculate-ls-powered-65-amazon A lot of time and money was spent on that complete overhaul!
  16. Pillow

    Whiteblock owners rejoice! Possible Aisin manual swap

    Look at this wealth of Aisin manual transmission swap info!!! 960 owners and 5 cyl swappers rejoice!! http://www.supraforums.com/forum/showthread.php?657449-Has-anyone-switched-from-an-r154-to-an-AR5-or-Colorado-transmission 960 w BMW headers (or turbo) plus 5 a tough speed would be...
  17. Pillow

    Complete LS Swap guide for 7/9 Series?

    So much spotty information about the 7/9 swaps to LS... Is there a thread or website hiding that covers a whole conversion? Many have done it, but there seems to be an information vacuum on things like electrical or clearances. Any help is greatly appreciated! (I searched, honest)
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