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#332 of 491 95 turbo by volvomax May 24, 2004 (1:46 pm)
what reason did he give for replacing the turbo???   The only issue w/ the turbo's are the oil return seals. These tend to crack as they age and oil seeps from the turbo and drips on your garage floor. No big deal, replace the seals. Replies to this message: romant1 (Apr 24, 2008 11:36 am)
#333 of 491 by kcram HOST May 25, 2004 (5:03 pm)
Generally, the only reason to replace an entire turbocharger is excessive coking that borders on seizure. That is usually caused by shutting the engine off too quickly when the turbo is still hot and/or revving the engine as you turn the key to off. I had to break my dad of this habit with his turbo (88 Tbird Turbo Coupe), and he has occasionally done it with my 96 Ram (Cummins turbo diesel).   kcram Host Smart Shopper and Wagons Message Boards Replies to this message: nats58 (Sep 23, 2004 7:47 am)
#334 of 491 kcram by volvomax May 27, 2004 (11:23 am)
True, although this was a major issue on turbo cars w/out water cooling for the impeller unit. The 850's turbo is water cooled. If the 850 in questions turbo is that far gone I'd pass on the whole car.
#335 of 491 Re: 95 Wagon Turbo [gavin #327] by zake Jun 27, 2004 (12:59 pm)
Replying to: gavin (May 23, 2004 4:53 pm) I just saw this about the 850 and realized you all are talking about my Volvo wagon. I did take it to Gavin's Mech. he said it had a bad turbo so I decided to take it to my Mech. which is Paul's Volvo of Richmond VA. and he told me the TURBO is in perfect condition. This ia after he tested it and drove the vehicle. I have all maintence record and the timing belt was changed at 80k. It has four brand new tires. This is probaly the cleanist Volvo Wagon in Virginia. Please call me if anyone would like to purchase this 1995 Volvo wagon. Joe 804-467-4192 the person who wrote (get a second opion) was absolutely correct his mech. has no clue of how to work on volvo's
#336 of 491 Oil Filter OEM vs. Aftermarket by dwiner Jun 29, 2004 (12:48 pm)
Does anyone know what the OEM is for the standard white Volvo oil filter used up till 2000 or so? I'm guessing it is either Mann or Bosch, (maybe both). Anyone with positive experience using either Mann or Bosch instead of the Volvo brand?
#337 of 491 by lancerfixer Jun 30, 2004 (6:52 pm)
I'm fairly certain it's a Mann filter. The '98 S/V70 used the 850 style filter; the switch to the cartridge filter came with the '99s.
#338 of 491 oil filters by volvomax Jul 01, 2004 (8:45 am)
The cartridge style filters apply to the P2 cars, the S80, S60, new V70 etc. The S70, old V70, C70 retained the old style filters.
#339 of 491 Volvo 850 by katy123 Aug 05, 2004 (12:59 pm)
I found an 850 sedan for sale. I'm unsure about the true mechanical history but my brother is a mechanic so I think I'll have him check out the engine. The car is a 94 and has 113,000 miles on it and it's an automatic. Help with any suggestions as to what we should look for when checking out the engine and such, even though my brother's a mech. I know he's never worked on a Volvo. They're asking $3,000 but the car need's front brakes badly and also new front tires.... any suggestions as to what i should do? or bid? Thanks.
#340 of 491 by lancerfixer Aug 05, 2004 (2:53 pm)
Run. Run away.   The owner can't produce service records, and it needs tires and brakes badly...that points to a poorly maintained car, which means I'm willing to bet that the timing belt's never been replaced. In these cars, a timing belt failure means catastrophic engine failure (the cost of which would exceed the purchase price of the car.)   850s can be great cars...if they've been maintaned. There's certainly no shortage of 850s out there, so wait and find a good one that you won't immediately have to sink money into.   I say look elsewhere in this case, but a properly maintaned 850 can be a great car for not a lot of money.
#341 of 491 Used 850 wagon for first vehicle? by cccjsmooth Aug 28, 2004 (6:58 pm)
Hello all. I'm getting my license in a couple of months, and my parents have... bittersweet feelings about my new independence. Of course, my own means of transportation, but the worries that come along with it. For now, I practice on my dad's '00 Solara SLEV6. I was looking at the 850 wagon for my first car because they seem to be highly regarded as safe vehicles (something my parents are definitely looking for). Plus, alot of upperclassmen at my highschool have them, and they kinda have this retro (coolness) aura about them. I just wanted some feedback on this car. Would a used '94-'97 make a good first car for a safe driver (or I'd like to think) :p like myself? What are the pricing that should be expected? (Leaning towards $11.5k or less) PLEASE post replies! Thanks. Replies to this message: lancerfixer (Aug 28, 2004 8:42 pm)

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