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    Don't be too hasty with the rear seal, I was assured it was changed when I had the clutch done
    The oil filter was swapped a while ago as the seal went and covered most of the underneath with oil (hence the advisory on the mot )
    I actually prefer the Volans myself, but the Tritons came up at a good price with tyres.

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    It has a slight clutch judder too, which is a sign as well I'm told. There's defo oil coming from somewhere. It's not really a concern, as its all gonna get stripped out at some point once I know where I'm going with it.

    I'm more irritated by the lack of boost at the moment. I'm pretty sure I'm not doing anything wrong with the EBC, any ideas??!

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    Quote Originally Posted by S70T5Chris View Post
    Will do mate, it's not in great condition though. And I think there is a chance you have to brake the gearknob to get it off, but if it survives I'll give you a shout!
    No worries - if it survives send me a PM. I can get a new one from RUFE for £60 but it will stand out a bit as the steering wheel & handbrake are looking a bit tired too, so your old one would fit in nicely, a bit of tlc & leather treatment & it should come up ok.

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    I'm sure I have one from a p1 c70 in the garage if its any good to you

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    Quote Originally Posted by S70T5Chris View Post
    I picked up a set of Volans on Thursday! So much happier with them on! In really nice condition too, so won't need to refurb them!



    Also picked up a V70 tailgate, V70 roof rails, a decent rear drivers side door, new piece of exterior trim for drivers door, a load cover, an ME7 manifold and a Tim Williams ported Throttle body. So starting a nice little collection of bits now!

    I also got hold of a mint condition wooden steering wheel, not to everyone's taste I'm sure, but I really like it. And it feels much nicer to drive with than the original steering wheel.



    So I'm on the look out for a t5r suede gearstick gator, and wooden gearknob. But I have a feeling I may have to buy these new from volvo. Should hear back from Rufe tomorrow with a price hopefully.

    On Friday it had a new throttle cable and thermostat. The handbrake just needed adjusting, so that was a result!

    Had a good look underneath the car when it was on the ramps, and it all looks pretty clean, no rust or anything to worry about. The OBX catback isn't that old, but looks quite haggered, so I think that will be getting replaced when the downpipe does.

    The only pisser is, it seems like the rear main seal is leaking, which is a bit of a pain. So I might jog the m59 on, and get an m56 and proper diff sooner rather than later.
    Carnt wait to see it when done if you don't mind can you let me know what the cost is for the t5r knob and new gator please when you get a price.
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    No probs

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    Now much better does it look on the Volans, I have to say I think the Volans should stay on an 850R as there isn't a better standard wheel. But then I am biased.

    The wheel looks good and I've heard that it's better to drive with than the standard one. Maybe you could take the wheel to a wood specialist and have it stripped treated and refurbed if you fancy having it match the dash. Painting the clock surrounds black also sounds like a good idea..


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    I had a little google, and there is a wood dash trim that matches the steering wheel, so I may just keep my eyes open for that

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    Quote Originally Posted by S70T5Chris View Post
    I had a little google, and there is a wood dash trim that matches the steering wheel, so I may just keep my eyes open for that
    I think you're right, I believe the wood that matches the wheel is the standard fit CD spec wood? Only difficulty with that is the wooden centre console as I believe the T-5R & R's are the only models with the wooden centre console trim that goes all the way to the arm rest..


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    Ah ok. I'm perfectly happy with it as it is to be fair.

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    Clutch has always done that (original was pretty knackered when I bought the car) and the new one was fitted 2 days before it went France. Not sure if they're supposed to have bedding in time or not.
    Boost is an odd one. Cable tightened up right? I know I had to adjust settings when the catback went on, but can't see why a cable change would affect it

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    Quote Originally Posted by cherry1809 View Post
    Clutch has always done that (original was pretty knackered when I bought the car) and the new one was fitted 2 days before it went France. Not sure if they're supposed to have bedding in time or not.
    Boost is an odd one. Cable tightened up right? I know I had to adjust settings when the catback went on, but can't see why a cable change would affect it
    It is a weird one, and too much of a coincidence thats its doing it after the work. No matter what I put the boost controller on, it will boost to 0.8bar. Where's the controll box for the ebc located? I'm wondering if he went anywhere near that and disturbed something.
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    Nice car Chris, also like the mods you're looking at doing...

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    Quote Originally Posted by S70T5Chris View Post
    It is a weird one, and too much of a coincidence thats its doing it after the work. No matter what I put the boost controller on, it will boost to 0.8bar. Where's the controll box for the ebc located? I'm wondering if he went anywhere near that and disturbed something.
    Was going to say maybe the ebc solenoid has become disconnected?


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    Quote Originally Posted by frobes2 View Post
    Nice car Chris, also like the mods you're looking at doing...
    Cheers dude, I'm bloody tempted to get another Owens 19t!
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    Quote Originally Posted by S70T5Chris View Post
    I'm sure I have one from a p1 c70 in the garage if its any good to you
    I'm after the light grey one to match the rest of the trim, trying to keep the interior as close to original as poss. Cheers, morgan

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    Quote Originally Posted by AndysR View Post
    I think you're right, I believe the wood that matches the wheel is the standard fit CD spec wood? Only difficulty with that is the wooden centre console as I believe the T-5R & R's are the only models with the wooden centre console trim that goes all the way to the arm rest..
    They are extremely rare but you can get them I managed to get one for mine from em
    You can just see it in the pic

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    Bit extreme, but I may have to buy THIS!!
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    be easier to stain the steering wheel surely?

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    Some good progress there Chris. Car looks really well even if I liked the old wheels.
    Looks like it's going to be a quality rebuild & it's going to be a quick 850r.
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