T5Bills V70R project complete....

[uqj83l]

Hi guys,
I've only ever posted once on this forum before as I've spent all my time lurking instead. I'm an amateur to the scene (IMHO) but have been modding and maintaining my P2 VR since I bought it stock in 2007. Here is a list of what I've done, any feedback would be appreciated.
Front control arms power flex bushes
Powder coated 18" pegs dark grey and fitted 4 Dunlop winter sport tyres
Dynamatted the doors and the whole tailgate area
Acoustic foam in doors
High flow air filter
Power flex top engine mount
Extra firm foam in drivers seat
Long and wide glance near side wing mirror glass
Power flex Rear toe control arm bushes
New 2007 style wheel caps
Flat blade wiper conversion
Interior carpet scotchguarded
Viva lower chassis brace -front
QBM strut bar solid aluminium bushes
QBM front strut brace
62mm cold air feed to airbox
Eibach lowering springs
28mm anti roll bar on Rear with poly bushes
3.5" Elevate Downpipe
Resonator removed and replaced with 24" Magnaflow straight through muffler
Rear back box cut out and replaced with SS pipe
IPD lower transmission mount
Painted front grille black
Elevate driving pedals
Bought and refurbished 18" BBS Nebulas and fitted 4 good year eagle F1s
Rear 'AWD' lettering de-badged
Takspeed rear window vinyls
Elevate braided SS brake hoses
IPD rear offsetting camber bushes
AP Racing Single Mass Flywheel and Clutch
Plasma direct Coil pack fitted
15mm rear hubcentric wheel spacers
10m front hubcentric wheel spacers
Upgraded HD bevel gear fitted
Rear underside chassis braces fitted
Super white sidelight bulbs
Bell FMIC
Forge CBV with green spring
New boost line hoses fitted
Removed headlamp wipers
XC90 axle bolts
3" SNABB intake pipe
6000K D2C HID bulb replacement
IPD subframe bushing inserts
New turbocharger with 7+7 blade hybrid compressor wheel, machined housing and fitted by Owen Developments
Liners Shimmed
ARP head studs
MLS head gasket
Stage 3 tune
Cupra R front lip
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[uqj83l]

Sorry, forgot to mention it is a M66 Gearbox, and I also have fitted the IPD R boost gauge to the wing mirror pod on the interior ����

[Doingitsideways]

Excellent list of mods there, Fella.

Shame it's in Australia though.

[Harvey]

Excellent list of mods there, Fella.

Shame it's in Australia though.

Or just showing off as the road holding is that good... :P

Lots of love has gone into it :smile:

Hi & Welcome.

[uqj83l]

Thanks Guys.
I've kept it looking as close to stock as possible too. Even under the bonnet looks stock as I've used black silicone hoses, and opted for all other bolt ons in black too.
By next week I'll try to post some more images in my garage for viewing.

[The White Knight]

Nice list of mods :cool:

[uqj83l]

I've edited and rotated the image even tho it shows up the correct way on my computer
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[The White Knight]

Still upside down.....

[uqj83l]

Final attempt. iPad correct way up this time. 31329

[Dangerous Dave]

Looks stunning!

Bring on more pics :D

[stricky1967]

very nice, great list of mods, glad you managed to get it back on its wheels :beer:

[htomi]

Welcome ;) Very nice R!

[st etienne]

Very nice, I didn't realise the Nebulas would fit ?
Also what plasma coils have you fitted by the way ?

[uqj83l]

Hi
The coils are: http://www.vivaperformance.com/plasma-direct-coilpacks-5-cyl-engines-pd5004001r/
They are from the supplier okadaprojects.com where they detail the spec and advantages of plasma coils.
I'm also running an IPD HD TCV which i missed off the list.
Hope that helps.

[uqj83l]

The nebulas only fit with the spacers mentioned in my list. I think the minimum is 10mm front and rear to get them to clear the calipers. I went for 15mm on the rear because a wider rear suits the car better.

[kevinking2020]

very nice spec list. if you don't mind me asking, how much did Owen Developments charge to hybrid the k24?

[Redbrick]

Looks mean (and similar to mine)

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y132/apurnell1970/D5/FC1FE2BD-DBFD-46A7-8194-57E04275C0E1-3328-00000317BCF6C5E1.jpg (http://s4.photobucket.com/user/apurnell1970/media/D5/FC1FE2BD-DBFD-46A7-8194-57E04275C0E1-3328-00000317BCF6C5E1.jpg.html)

[uqj83l]

Hi
Because my old turbo was cracked all the way through the housing, Owens wouldn't work on it as they would not be able to provide a warranty on a cracked turbo. So I they bought a replacement K24 new and worked from that. Hence my cost spiralled. If your turbo isn't cracked it should be around the £500 mark I would think. 31330

[Ettienne]

Similar to the s60r I recently bought, had a billet wheel fitted by turbo dynamics, but original turbo had issues so previous owner bought a new k24 to start from (new exchange), did 20 miles and spun a big end bearing. So I've purchased a good used one to replace it with and now have a virtually new k24 with billet wheel.

[LeeT5]

Nice one Bill :wink:

[Ric@rdo]

Are the plasma coils upgrade worth it?

[The White Knight]

Hi Bill,

Who fitted the Turbo for you?

[LeeT5]

Hi Bill,

Who fitted the Turbo for you?

S W Autos.

[uqj83l]

Some hybrid wheel and OEM wheel pics.
I'll post some better pics of the car and mods tomorrow.
OEM vs Hybrid.
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[uqj83l]

Hi Ricardo.
I would say if your plan is run the car stock it isn't worth it. However if your intention is to go up from OEM boost levels and potentially stage 3, then it is worth it. It is an expensive upgrade which only makes a small difference. But as Tesco say "Every little helps"
I bought them because I wanted every part of my car from air filter to exhaust to be as effective as possible.

[uqj83l]

Some build pics.
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[uqj83l]

As requested some more pics
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[uqj83l]

I'm having trouble uploading more pics. The upload keeps failing and won't allow me to post more images. Sorry.
Missing interior, engine bay, front IC, etc...

[uqj83l]

Need help uploading more images. Don't think they are saving in my garage either.
It has a few extras too such as subwoofer, roof bars, detachable tow bar, sunroof, TV, Sat Nav, F&R mud flaps, parking sensors, laminated glass all round, tinted rear glass, and I've recently added the front lip which can be seen in the pics.

[htomi]

Wow, nice!
Why don't you upload the images to dropbox, flickr etc and link them with the insert image?

[uqj83l]

Thanks! Try this.....
https://www.dropbox.com/sh/tc1rcsda6s24jj4/AABF4s_mKcIrVY5xMro1D0jTa?dl=0

[uqj83l]

I know this is the phase 2 forum, but here is the link to my phase 1...(I'm getting good at this computer stuff now!)
https://www.dropbox.com/sh/m3k5rzhqtcqgakk/AACXmbVaLDR_4TMLjFlzsfeua?dl=0

[The White Knight]

That Saffy :smlove2:

[htomi]

Is your P2R a 03 or 04? Based on the rear bumper and the exhaust trim its certainly pre-facelift.(05)

[The White Knight]

'53 plate......

[htomi]

'53 plate......
Apologies but I'm not familiar with the UK plates. After a quick search, the AA website shows, it was registered between 01 Sep 2003 and End of Feb 2004.
Additionally mine has a 05 Irish reg number, while the car is 04.

[uqj83l]

Hi, yes it's a 2004 car. My good friend is mistaken by simply referring to the plate number.

[LeeT5]

Throw your bloody ipad in the bin FFS!!!

I'll show you how to use it next time over for a brew :wink:

[Ric@rdo]

Hi Ricardo.
I would say if your plan is run the car stock it isn't worth it. However if your intention is to go up from OEM boost levels and potentially stage 3, then it is worth it. It is an expensive upgrade which only makes a small difference. But as Tesco say "Every little helps"
I bought them because I wanted every part of my car from air filter to exhaust to be as effective as possible.

Thanks for the feedback. My car is already modded and currently running 20-22 psi :)

[uqj83l]

I've just had my car on the dyno at AMD. It made 350/350.
https://www.dropbox.com/s/2lmsnoi8kr..._8941.MOV?dl=0
https://www.dropbox.com/s/k901mibt7p...%2015.jpg?dl=0

No more modifications for me, I'm gonna put my feet up and relax. This should be the end of this short thread.
Thanks for the feedback guys. Much appreciated.

[LeeT5]

I've just had my car on the dyno at AMD. It made 350/350.
https://www.dropbox.com/s/2lmsnoi8kr..._8941.MOV?dl=0
https://www.dropbox.com/s/k901mibt7p...%2015.jpg?dl=0

No more modifications for me, I'm gonna put my feet up and relax. This should be the end of this short thread.
Thanks for the feedback guys. Much appreciated.

Neither of those links work mate.

[uqj83l]

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Try this. Hopefully it's not upside down!

[htomi]

This works for me:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/2lmsnoi8krth0bh/IMG_8941.MOV?dl=0

and this one too from the other thread:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/k901mibt7p9083y/Photo%2030-01-2017%2C%2010%2015%2015.jpg?dl=0

[Harvey]

Sorry didn't read it sideways.

http://i1168.photobucket.com/albums/r499/harveysr/Mobile%20Uploads/2017-01/attachment_zpscn46polc.jpg (http://s1168.photobucket.com/user/harveysr/media/Mobile%20Uploads/2017-01/attachment_zpscn46polc.jpg.html)

[kevinking2020]

is that not low numbers for a hybrid k24 (brand new)... I made more power with an older k24 and not a hybrid plus seals have gone. I'm still not convinced that the numbers i got where accurate from amd essex.

I'll be going to JF Automotive next for a dyno when i get other turbo.

[uqj83l]

Hi,
Leaking seals won't reduce your power output, nor will a cracked exhaust housing.
The hybrid wheel is much more aggressive in the way it delivers the power. It spools a lot quicker, and therefore you have power on tap from low RPM. The car was mapped to 20psi max with no boost spikes as I wanted a safe and reliable yet powerful engine output.
I note you had a faulty TCV when dyno'd which was causing a spike of 25psi at 3000rpm, which could be why your torque is 30lbs higher at that rpm?
My car was also tested in 4th and not 5th gear. Not sure that would make any significant difference in recorded output?
I don't think a hybrid wheel will give you 400hp. You'll have to upgrade to a bigger ball bearing turbo for those types of gains.
Like you said, it's good for a 14year old car! (Assuming we have lost some hp over the years)
If you fancy a meet sometime then PM me as we are both in Kent.

[davebb]

Hi guys,
I've only ever posted once on this forum before as I've spent all my time lurking instead. I'm an amateur to the scene (IMHO) but have been modding and maintaining my P2 VR since I bought it stock in 2007. Here is a list of what I've done, any feedback would be appreciated.
Front control arms power flex bushes
Powder coated 18" pegs dark grey and fitted 4 Dunlop winter sport tyres
Dynamatted the doors and the whole tailgate area
Acoustic foam in doors
High flow air filter
Power flex top engine mount
Extra firm foam in drivers seat
Long and wide glance near side wing mirror glass
Power flex Rear toe control arm bushes
New 2007 style wheel caps
Flat blade wiper conversion
Interior carpet scotchguarded
Viva lower chassis brace -front
QBM strut bar solid aluminium bushes
QBM front strut brace
62mm cold air feed to airbox
Eibach lowering springs
28mm anti roll bar on Rear with poly bushes
3.5" Elevate Downpipe
Resonator removed and replaced with 24" Magnaflow straight through muffler
Rear back box cut out and replaced with SS pipe
IPD lower transmission mount
Painted front grille black
Elevate driving pedals
Bought and refurbished 18" BBS Nebulas and fitted 4 good year eagle F1s
Rear 'AWD' lettering de-badged
Takspeed rear window vinyls
Elevate braided SS brake hoses
IPD rear offsetting camber bushes
AP Racing Single Mass Flywheel and Clutch
Plasma direct Coil pack fitted
15mm rear hubcentric wheel spacers
10m front hubcentric wheel spacers
Upgraded HD bevel gear fitted
Rear underside chassis braces fitted
Super white sidelight bulbs
Bell FMIC
Forge CBV with green spring
New boost line hoses fitted
Removed headlamp wipers
XC90 axle bolts
3" SNABB intake pipe
6000K D2C HID bulb replacement
IPD subframe bushing inserts
New turbocharger with 7+7 blade hybrid compressor wheel, machined housing and fitted by Owen Developments
Liners Shimmed
ARP head studs
MLS head gasket
Stage 3 tune
Cupra R front lip
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Hi, How good is the Viva lower chassis brace -front, Has it made by ultra-racing,
Does it help?
Thanks Dave

[uqj83l]

Hi Dave.
The UR lower chassis braces are good. They do exactly what it says on the tin. I have both the lower front and lower rear braces both of which are made by ultra racing.
It would be ideal if the rear one braced across the tunnel area. But that's not possible on the R's if I remember correctly. There is one that bridges across the tunnel area on the non- AWD models.
They both stiffen the chassis up. Not enough for me. So I added a strut brace too, and the IPD subframe bush inserts. I definitely recommend the inserts, or solid subframe bushes.
The P2s are far too soft and spongey IMHO. I've bought and fitted every mod available to stiffen up the ride.
Hope this helps.

[davebb]

Hi Thanks for the info
I have got the rear under body brace to put on my s60 D5 THAT I WILL BE FITTING AS SOON AS IT GETS WORMER,
I also have the Eibach springs fitted and the front and rear strut braces, and the subframe inserts fitted,
will the front lower brace make very much difference ?
Thanks Dave

[uqj83l]

Hi Dave,
The front lower UR brace will make the front of your car "behave" better when cornering.
The car will feel "flatter" under hard cornering.
It will make a noticeable difference. It all depends on how hard you normally corner....

[davebb]

Hi
it very cold this weekend so I will not be fitting the rear one at the moment ,
Thanks for all of the info,
Thanks Dave

[uqj83l]

No worries Dave.
Whilst I said I would be relaxing and putting my feet up, it wasn't long lived. I've just purchased a Snabb shortshifter! This will be my last mod - he says!

[Harvey]

Whilst I said I would be relaxing and putting my feet up, it wasn't long lived. I've just purchased a Snabb shortshifter! This will be my last mod - he says!

I think it's a great bit of kit.

[uqj83l]

The shortshifter arrived and has been fitted. Thanks to Harvey and Lee for their advice/help.
It's a great mod.

[The White Knight]

Has it made a noticeable difference?

[uqj83l]

Approx 25% shorter throw.
Does exactly what it says on the tin.
Fitted the delrin bushings too.

[LeeT5]

The shortshifter arrived and has been fitted. Thanks to Harvey and Lee for their advice/help.
It's a great mod.

Me next :B_steerin

[Markyb]

Yes it's a lovely mod, I threaded the top of mine before install, spent ages debating buying one then they went down in price around September last year. Didn't fit the bushings as I already had some aluminium ones from ipd (I think) that I fitted a year or two before when I ordered some other bits from them

[uqj83l]

Hi Guys,
I got bored again so decided to vinyl wrap my car. I wanted an new age urban camouflage look, but also wanted it to be subtle as it's my daily driver at times. So I invented my own New age 'stealth' urban camouflage design using a combination of Matt, Satin and Gloss black finishes. I bought some satin and Matt 3M 1080 vinyl, did a couple designs on paper and went for it. I'm pleased with the results. Let me know your thoughts....

https://www.dropbox.com/sh/yeqvpvg0esx9rur/AACoJQcfMfGiOWGHdurErwbZa?dl=0

[Pauld]

I like that

[Gold 'N' Brown]

Can't comment, I'm too distracted by the pristine cleanliness of your workshop!!!

[LeeT5]

Bills only just finished having that built. Very nice it is too!

I can't really comment either Bill as I'd like to see it in the flesh. Looks incredible under those lights :smile:

[The White Knight]

I think it looks a bit cheap and lowers the tone of what is a premium brand in Volvo.

Maybe it'd work on an Impreza or Evo....

[don kalmar union]

Another punter falling for the 'premium' nonsense in Volvo's curent PR where every press release has the phrase ' Volvo, the premium car manufacturer' repeated to the point it is pretty damn tedious.

Concentrate on making some stuff that garners the respect they despairingly want and the world may see them that way. Downside is it is a chinese product.... or heading very much that way, and is being rapidly caught up by the likes of Kia, Ford, Peugeot/Citroen and others. None to difficult to match those brands foolishly seen as premium...... taste is important and Volvo have historically not shown that when they have in the past made the wrong design choices and ended up looking quite vulgar. Think P*......

The car looks pretty good to me and in no way lowers the tone.... job well done.

Don.

[The White Knight]

'Premium' is a very subjective term.

If you were to sit in a P2 R then a Kia, Ford,Pug, Citroen - I'm sure most would consider the Volvo to be premium.

I think the latest models coming out from Volvo are stunning, the design world is certainly taking note.

Back to the topic at hand, any other opinions on this 'camo wrap' ?

[kmb]

Much better than I expected from the description!

[uqj83l]

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Thanks for the feedback guys. I’ve attached an inspirational image/link of an RS7 which inspired my design, it looks great on what could be deemed as being a premium car.
Good vinyl wrapping is key to making any car look good. Poor quality vinyl and poor execution will make any premium car look naff.

[davebb]

Hi So is everyone that fitted the Snabb shortshifter to there cars still very happy with them,
I May well fit one to my 2002 s60 D5
Thanks Dave

[uqj83l]

Over the moon. I’ve not got a bad word to say about the product. Fidgety to fit, but manageable for someone with basic skills and a dremel type of device.
Just be careful you don’t damage the sides of the centre console where the paint can chip easily.
I think Harvey has one fitted too...

[Harvey]

Yes very happy with mine , Volvo should have fitted it as standard to the "R"

[davebb]

Hi thanks for the info, so do I have to fit some parts in the centre console
As the video I watched only showed fittings at the gear Box,
Thanks Dave

[uqj83l]

Painted engine covers Polestar blue this week. Like marmite, you’ll love it or hate it. 31893

[LeeT5]

You and that bloody iPad Bill!!! I've just got home and looked at the photo on the forum and the picture is upside down! :nutkick: