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    it also helps if when fitted the final tightening...

    it also helps if when fitted the final tightening is done. with the wheels on the floor. this prevents any premature tearing'
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    i have had mine in for a few years now with no...

    i have had mine in for a few years now with no problems. use plenty of copper slip. i am not saying this will not stop problems. but it will help.
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    Clamp all your flexible brake pipes. the pedal...

    Clamp all your flexible brake pipes. the pedal should be solid. this should eliminate the master cylinder. release each clamp. one at a time. this should help locate where the problem is.
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    Poll: True enough. but if you bought a second hand...

    True enough. but if you bought a second hand vehicle, wouldn't you check the tyre condition.
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    Poll: i use to use part worn. until. i just had one...

    i use to use part worn. until. i just had one fitted and the side wall blew out on the way home. good job the steering started to shudder first and i slowed down. Not for me I'm afraid.
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    not sure about the later 850's as they are not...

    not sure about the later 850's as they are not fully obd compliant, but you can get loggers for later modles.
  7. Thread: bolt size?

    by fireclown
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    they may be m7. get them from your volvo...

    they may be m7. get them from your volvo dealership. tbh torx are far superior to allen bolt. the driven surface are is a lot more on a torx.
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    i have done this. they do fit but you will need...

    i have done this. they do fit but you will need to swap everything off one onto the other. make sure you get all the pipework off the earlier engine.
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    Well if anyone is in nth Lincolnshire and needs...

    Well if anyone is in nth Lincolnshire and needs plugging in. just pm me.
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    i got mine for £1600 with 3 years free updates. i...

    i got mine for £1600 with 3 years free updates. i think if you shop about you can still pick them up for about that. updates have been regular and work well. i was unsure when i first bought it as it...
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    i have an autoboss v30. i think they run similar...

    i have an autoboss v30. i think they run similar software to the x431. i think the x431 is linux based and mine is windows based. although i am not entirely sure. it read everything on the volvos....
  12. Track rod ends. ball joint. wishbone bushes....

    Track rod ends. ball joint. wishbone bushes. antiroll bar D bushes. play in steering rack. all the normal stuff.
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    they could. there is a seal between the servo and...

    they could. there is a seal between the servo and the cylinder. put your foot on the brake pedal and start your engine. the pedal should sink. turn off the engine leaving pressure on the pedal. if...
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    Are these lights a worthwhile project. i know the...

    Are these lights a worthwhile project. i know the headlamps on the 850 are no to good. and winter is approaching.
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    probably master cylinder. it can draw the fluid...

    probably master cylinder. it can draw the fluid into the brake servo and burn it. there are quite a few different cylinders. tracs etc. easiest way is to pull it out and have a look.
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    you need to get it plugged in m8

    you need to get it plugged in m8
  17. Thread: head skim?

    by fireclown
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    You will need some cam locking tools they go in...

    You will need some cam locking tools they go in the end of the head. im sure someone on the forum has some. if not ask your local ovlov dealer
    http://www.jhmbuttco.com/acatalog/info_AST4387.html
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    nothing wrong with reno engines. there very good....

    nothing wrong with reno engines. there very good. gearboxes are ****. but good engines.
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    if you can drive through it. it is more than...

    if you can drive through it. it is more than likely the wheels.
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    squeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeek

    squeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeek
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    antiroll bar drop link. or D bushes. best thing...

    antiroll bar drop link. or D bushes. best thing to do is have a look. i did the D bushes on mine. there not the best of jobs.
  22. Thread: head skim?

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    if you are unsure. i would get it pressure tested...

    if you are unsure. i would get it pressure tested as well. and if no visible signs of gasket failure. then i would say it is a must.
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    Forte are very good. and easily picked up on ebay.

    Forte are very good. and easily picked up on ebay.
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    i may have them. will take a look tomorrow

    i may have them. will take a look tomorrow
  25. Can't you get a cylinder leakage test carried...

    Can't you get a cylinder leakage test carried out. it is a lot more accurate. and you would be able to diagnose the problem a lot better.
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