Noahkk19 Posted May 26, 2006 Report Share Posted May 26, 2006 So recently my brand new engine gave way thanks to hopefully ONLY a broken seal in the 3rd cylinder, and my sure fire way of getting the car fixed has completely fell through. Funds are very low and it was a really big blow to have my first option fall through so now it's time to do it on my own. I am trying to see if anyone has an engine hoist or anything close to a place where my car can stay and be fixed over about a month or maybe two. Renting someone's space is an option and also having my car stay at a place for free is an option . Never taken apart a car, and I'm sure it's going to be a huge task but my father and I are interested in doing so and I like the challenge of pulling it out, seeing what exactly is wrong, fixing the problem, etc. etc.So GEORGIA BOYS give me a post if there's anyway or anything that can help me get this under way, haha, I wouldn't even mind if this turned into a project for everybody .While I'm at it, does anyone want to take a stab at why a seal would randomly give way? I had no prior symptoms, no loss of power no check engine lights no nothing and randomly while cruising I lost compression in cylinder 3 completely... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
larryo108 Posted May 26, 2006 Report Share Posted May 26, 2006 Damn Noah. That sucks. Wish I could help with the place to rent/keep the car. Unfortunately I can't unless I want to get served with divorce papers. Well that and more snide comments about how Volvos are always broken down.I would love to help in anyway that I can to pull the motor and help rebuild. I just did my PCV, so I have half of the engine apart. I could help you with some pointers there.I know there is someone in the crew with an engine hoist. Chris_R borrowed it for a while. Can't remember who's it was though. Talk to Chris. I am sure he can tell ya.Good luck and let me know if you need anything at all. I'd be happy to help anyway that I can. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris_R Posted May 26, 2006 Report Share Posted May 26, 2006 The engine hoist came from Nick (Impeccatus on VS). I'm not sure if he still has it, but you could probably PM him and ask.As for space... I don't even have space for my own projects right now. I wouldn't mind helping out though - it would make my rebuild or R&R easier. Let me know when you find a spot! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
larryo108 Posted May 26, 2006 Report Share Posted May 26, 2006 The engine hoist came from Nick (Impeccatus on VS). I'm not sure if he still has it, but you could probably PM him and ask.That's it. Thanks Chris. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noahkk19 Posted May 26, 2006 Author Report Share Posted May 26, 2006 Thanks Chris and Larry. Having a little bit of experience to run to whenever I get this underway will help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
merlin390 Posted May 26, 2006 Report Share Posted May 26, 2006 it would be a weekend thing for me to get over there but have tools will travel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noahkk19 Posted May 27, 2006 Author Report Share Posted May 27, 2006 If I find a hoist and a good place I'll keep you updated through PM Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noahkk19 Posted May 27, 2006 Author Report Share Posted May 27, 2006 Do you guys think this is a sure shot do it yourself job? Or do you have someone on mind that would be able to do the work besides stealerships? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the ünderstüdy Posted May 27, 2006 Report Share Posted May 27, 2006 you can always bring ur car to the NW, weve got everything u need. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noahkk19 Posted May 27, 2006 Author Report Share Posted May 27, 2006 haha, oh so helpful Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ToxicLemonade Posted May 28, 2006 Report Share Posted May 28, 2006 hey Noah, sorry its taken me so long to get on here but i just got in from the conference tournment. I wont be home for at least another week due to baseball regionals but im coming home for a week before i head out for summerball. i have a few options that I might be able to take advantage of. I know a guy on turbobricks who might be able to help and also a friend's dad has a garage and said i could use it whenever i wanted but id have to ask him. hes got everythign for a rebuild. give me a call at 770.634.6851 and ill see what i can do. sorry to hear about the car bro. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EMDII Posted May 28, 2006 Report Share Posted May 28, 2006 I'm in Evans over near Merlin. It'd have to be a w/e from nuke (Vogtle). I have a monster jack (22" in three strokes), and tools. No hoist. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ToxicLemonade Posted May 30, 2006 Report Share Posted May 30, 2006 you dont need a real hoist. just bolt up a come-along to a rafter in your garage ceiling. it should work the same way, just hook it up and crank it out of the car. we did it to an old 700 series car when we swaped the motor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gioseppe Posted May 30, 2006 Report Share Posted May 30, 2006 you dont need a real hoist. just bolt up a come-along to a rafter in your garage ceiling. it should work the same way, just hook it up and crank it out of the car. we did it to an old 700 series car when we swaped the motor. good idea! as long as it'll support the weight, do it!good luck with the baseball tourney, outs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noahkk19 Posted May 30, 2006 Author Report Share Posted May 30, 2006 Thanks Ryan, I think my dad is looking more so for a place or person that can do the work as we have hopefully diagnosed all the problems, and if it comes down to it we'd be willing to get our hands dirty. But going to a Volvo dealer or shop is out of the question as of now as the work would cost trillions... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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