DAZ-13B Posted October 3, 2009 Report Share Posted October 3, 2009 Hi Guys I needed some parts for the old 850 the other day and stumbled across this is a wrecking yard of all places !Why wreck something so rare with zero accident damage ?Unfortunately the front was already sold off the car before I stumbled across it, also the head and turbo have been removed along with all associated parts and put in in a large plastic container in the back of the car.These cars are pretty rare in AUS and its going to be hard to find the nessesary parts to get her running again but with a little bit of advise from you guy's and some patience i will have it on the road one day...I have already found a bonnet fenders radiator support and fenders at a reasonable price.here is a couple of snaps from the Blackberry...Ill get some more when I get it home Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Memphis Posted October 3, 2009 Report Share Posted October 3, 2009 FANTASTIC find!!! It saddens me that someone would wreck this. Why not find a fanatic about them? You'd get more... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EVL WAGN Posted October 3, 2009 Report Share Posted October 3, 2009 Awesome find! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flyfishing31568908306 Posted October 3, 2009 Report Share Posted October 3, 2009 good stuff.get her fixed up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chilled man Posted October 3, 2009 Report Share Posted October 3, 2009 Let me know what you need if I have it most of it will be just pay shipping ....... if that saves you anything lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DAZ-13B Posted October 4, 2009 Author Report Share Posted October 4, 2009 Let me know what you need if I have it most of it will be just pay shipping ....... if that saves you anything lolThats very generous of you my friend ! ill keep everyone posted on the progress !Flyfishing3....we almost have identical cars !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tzantushka1568908311 Posted October 4, 2009 Report Share Posted October 4, 2009 Darren,I think you now offically have a volvo addiction!Your 'new project' right??Trent Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DAZ-13B Posted October 5, 2009 Author Report Share Posted October 5, 2009 Darren,I think you now offically have a volvo addiction!Your 'new project' right??TrentUm yes I think you are right !Since the RX-7 is nearly completed the next project will be the Saffron wags...what can I say,I build cars for a hobby Here are some snaps of the 2001FD RX-7 that I also rescued...This is the bare shell back in my garage after a full respray.Here it is a month later with wiring,motor,gearbox and interior in... And here she is tonight after the first time starting engine...still on stands but not for long as I need the room for the Saf.As I work for Mazda I know alot about them and the volvo is way out of my comfort zone but it will be a challenge for me then rewarding when its finally back on the road.Stay tuned Darrin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
element5 Posted October 5, 2009 Report Share Posted October 5, 2009 Nice one. Seeing the photos of your Mazda RX7 I cant wait what ride will you make of the Saffron R. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tzantushka1568908311 Posted October 6, 2009 Report Share Posted October 6, 2009 Nice one. Seeing the photos of your Mazda RX7 I cant wait what ride will you make of the Saffron R.Hooley Dooley!+1 on that...When I get back from O/S I'll buy the saff from you... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DAZ-13B Posted December 18, 2009 Author Report Share Posted December 18, 2009 Hi guy'sFinally have the car home whoo hoo !Apon further inspection there is a bit more missing than previously thought The car is a 98 v70R manual.Right hand drive !!VIN YV1LW5003W2429514So I need some advise, I have read that the T5 and the R share the same engine apart from turbo? it may be worth while for me to find a T5 or a 2.4T and use components off them.The head has been removed and the plate holding the cams in place has also has been removed, I will send it off to a head specialist and get it checked out.A quick check confirms I'm missing the distributor although I have the spark plug leads ,cap and rotor button also the thermostat and housing is not to be found. To my disbelief the turbo has been completely disassembled....To help me chase up the bits,what is the same and what is different on the following parts between the R,T5 and 2.4T.Here is what I will need to chase up.#Radiator Manual (Probably new as I've never seen a manual T5 or a 2.4T in Aus)#Intercooler#Bolt on radiator support panel#Is there an oil cooler for the engine ?#Distributor#Thermostat and housingRegards Daz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chilled man Posted December 18, 2009 Report Share Posted December 18, 2009 all the same for any turbo car from 93-98 minus the rad panel thats the same from 98-00 #Radiator Manual - you can use a auto or a manual doesnt matter #Intercooler - same from 93=00 #Bolt on radiator support panel 98-000#Is there an oil cooler for the engine ? 98 and older built into the rad 99+ on the oil pan on the back of the motor #Distributor - local parts store #Thermostat and housing - same from 93-01 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DAZ-13B Posted December 18, 2009 Author Report Share Posted December 18, 2009 all the same for any turbo car from 93-98 minus the rad panel thats the same from 98-00 #Radiator Manual - you can use a auto or a manual doesnt matter #Intercooler - same from 93=00 #Bolt on radiator support panel 98-000#Is there an oil cooler for the engine ? 98 and older built into the rad 99+ on the oil pan on the back of the motor #Distributor - local parts store #Thermostat and housing - same from 93-01Ok cool also the cam sensor are they "R" specific ?Thats missing too Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Karloff Posted December 18, 2009 Report Share Posted December 18, 2009 Ok cool also the cam sensor are they "R" specific ?Thats missing tooNope. There really isn't anything different engine wise to a T5, except for the turbo and ECU. If your turbo is missing that might get expensive, 18T is kinda rare and often expensive to get hold of. If it's just been taken apart, you could have a turbo rebuilder rebuild (as long as they have a dynamic balancing machine, thats the point really, so when they put the main shaft components back together they are in balance). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EVL WAGN Posted December 18, 2009 Report Share Posted December 18, 2009 Check with www.cherryturbos.com. They might have an 18T kicking around for ya. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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