lookforjoe Posted March 22, 2010 Author Report Posted March 22, 2010 To keep it in Star Trek terms this is a very logical mod. P2's even don't have that much space left in that area. I was nervous about doing it, but I was careful not to cut into the webbing, and made sure the transitions are smooth with no cuts/harsh edges that could conceivably lead to stress.. It's probably a non-issue, but I don't want to run into issues with the casing :rolleyes: Quote
notaduc Posted October 17, 2011 Report Posted October 17, 2011 Great news! I spoke to Seamus - a most helpful guy - and he clarified several points, not the least of which is that the M66 AWD trans works just fine with the stock AWD angle gear & rear diff - there is no need to replace any of those components. His has 40K on it since the swap with no issues. pic of the l/s rear fabricated mount bracket, that allows the use of the existing mount: He also confirmed that the stock driveshafts will work, although it would be better to get a r/s Manual AWD driveshaft - so I'll be tracking one of those down.. Like Matt B, he says the stick ECU is a must. Other tidbits include the need to modify the underside of the airbox inlet & duct hose to clear the M66 linkage, and the need for higher temp brake fluid as a result of the internal slave cylinder. If all goes well, I'll have all the parts in the next week or so, then I can get set to put it all together So, any idea how the system copes with different ratios? Does the VC take it up, or does the bevel/rear being the same deal with it??? 1 1 Quote
Dan A Posted October 17, 2011 Report Posted October 17, 2011 why are you reviving a thread whose last post was a year and a half ago? 1 1 Quote
lookforjoe Posted October 17, 2011 Author Report Posted October 17, 2011 So, any idea how the system copes with different ratios? Does the VC take it up, or does the bevel/rear being the same deal with it??? There is no difference in ratios - the ratio of the BG is the inverse of the rear axle, so that they cancel each other out. The trans/diff FD ratio is 3.77:1 Quote
lookforjoe Posted November 7, 2013 Author Report Posted November 7, 2013 Just updating pics of the trans bracket in place Note that anyone doing this on a '00 or AWD with 5 speed auto will also need to buy the '97-'99 style trans mount 9161101 to get the height adjustment. Subframe lugs should also be shaved along the seam Kaplhenke can also supply nice heim joint bushings for the x70 style cable ends (98-00) When filling one of these trans with the modified bracket, easiest to fill through the top shift detent bolt shown in the above pic. Quote
Big Will Posted November 9, 2013 Report Posted November 9, 2013 H - it's always appreciated how you keep these threads updated so that when people find them through search the info is current. That's dedication. Quote
Commander Riker Posted November 9, 2013 Report Posted November 9, 2013 This thread should be stickied, considering how popular this swap is starting to get. Quote
lookforjoe Posted November 10, 2013 Author Report Posted November 10, 2013 It is actually included as a link in the stickied manual swap thread, not sure how many people look there. BlackT5's needs to go in also, due to the hardware & software variances for 99-00 cars, though Looking again, it's in Oreos post, and there is no index in the opening post to direct anyone looking. I'll PM Adam & see if he can organize it a little better. Quote
Ol' Dirty Noodle Posted November 10, 2013 Report Posted November 10, 2013 If the M56 in the 850 were to ever shit the bed and there was absolutely no way to get an M58 I'd have to consider a full RN M66 swap given the info now available Quote
PoLonY Posted November 11, 2013 Report Posted November 11, 2013 If the M56 in the 850 were to ever stuff the bed and there was absolutely no way to get an M58 I'd have to consider a full RN M66 swap given the info now available Yeah guys providing great info here. Quote
RussianRvolvo Posted March 10, 2014 Report Posted March 10, 2014 Great news! I spoke to Seamus - a most helpful guy - and he clarified several points, not the least of which is that the M66 AWD trans works just fine with the stock AWD angle gear & rear diff - there is no need to replace any of those components. His has 40K on it since the swap with no issues. pic of the l/s rear fabricated mount bracket, that allows the use of the existing mount: He also confirmed that the stock driveshafts will work, although it would be better to get a r/s Manual AWD driveshaft - so I'll be tracking one of those down.. Like Matt B, he says the stick ECU is a must. Other tidbits include the need to modify the underside of the airbox inlet & duct hose to clear the M66 linkage, and the need for higher temp brake fluid as a result of the internal slave cylinder. If all goes well, I'll have all the parts in the next week or so, then I can get set to put it all together Can i install the same in my M66 from FWD S60T5? Do you have on extra mount bracket for me? I would buy)) Quote
lookforjoe Posted March 10, 2014 Author Report Posted March 10, 2014 Can i install the same in my M66 from FWD S60T5? Do you have on extra mount bracket for me? I would buy)) I usually make them to order. I can make one for you, as long as you don't need it yesterday. They are $125 shipped to a US address, don't know what the cost to Moscow will be. PM me. Quote
RussianRvolvo Posted March 10, 2014 Report Posted March 10, 2014 I usually make them to order. I can make one for you, as long as you don't need it yesterday. They are $125 shipped to a US address, don't know what the cost to Moscow will be. PM me. Does it fit to my M66 FWD from S60T5? Quote
lookforjoe Posted March 10, 2014 Author Report Posted March 10, 2014 On 3/10/2014 at 9:12 AM, RussianRvolvo said: Does it fit to my M66 FWD from S60T5? Fits any M66. You may need to tap the existing hole (gold bolt on left) above the axle - it's not usually threaded on S60/V70 applications. Quote
lookforjoe Posted March 10, 2014 Author Report Posted March 10, 2014 I never listed the shifter specifics - '00 shifter housing and cables stock bushings replaced with Volvo 1378153 ancillary mount bush cut down to correct height (before Kaplhenke bushing install) shifter can be shortened stock S60R cable bracket was bent & holes enlarged for '00 cable barrels Then I added retainer hooks to make sure the cable barrels could not lift in the bracket later I modified it to include an adjuster for the main shift cable Quote
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