High horsepower - will it break

Palmer · Jan 21st, 2015, 13:19

There is a small chance, ok so a tiny chance that i might have a project on the go.

I want to use a 940 estate shell just because its what i know from fiddling with my other ones. And they are only ~1500kgs for a big vehicle. It will be an engine conversion.

Finished product is going to be around 510hp / 560 ft lb at the wheels.

Obviously i know brakes / wider bigger wheels will be needed.

What about other stuff like the diff, axles, prop etc

I remember that guy who put a turbo V8 in one and broke the torque arms i think it was.

What can the M90 take?
Is a G80 locker the only LSD type diff available??

volvoid · Jan 21st, 2015, 13:50

We want lots of pictures of shiny bits.
I reckon youll have to replace everything and strngthen the structure too, might be easier to put the body over a yank chassis ?

volvo-express · Jan 21st, 2015, 14:04

Finished product is going to be around 510hp / 560 ft lb at the wheels.

That's ambitious for a D24 Tic....LOL
You can buy my white one as I will be selling shortly... :-)

CTCNetwork · Jan 21st, 2015, 14:07

Hi,

Google the Volvette. It has a twin turbo V8 engine in and seemingly goes like hot stuff off a shovel!

Des. . .

Steve940estate · Jan 21st, 2015, 14:22

Are you thinking Audi V8 by any chance ?

rogerthechorister · Jan 21st, 2015, 14:22

I suspect you will have to box in the swinging arms at the back - there used to be a picture on Youtube of a bloke driving home with S-shaped arms after dragging in the USA.

I also suspect but do not know that you will need to weld the back axle or go for one of the Ford ones.

The redblock M90 used to be reckoned to be able to manage 500bhp but I notice people's estimates seem to be lower these days.

Palmer · Jan 21st, 2015, 14:28

Quote:

Originally Posted by rogerthechorister

I suspect you will have to box in the swinging arms at the back - there used to be a picture on Youtube of a bloke driving home with S-shaped arms after dragging in the USA.

I also suspect but do not know that you will need to weld the back axle or go for one of the Ford ones.

The redblock M90 used to be reckoned to be able to manage 500bhp but I notice people's estimates seem to be lower these days.

Hmmm id rather not have to go for a new axle but if needs must i suppose.

I can get a 6 speed that mates straight to the engine so its not that big of an issue for the M90

Quote:

Originally Posted by Steve940estate

Are you thinking Audi V8 by any chance ?

Nah lol

Quote:

Originally Posted by CTCNetwork

Hi,

Google the Volvette. It has a twin turbo V8 engine in and seemingly goes like hot stuff off a shovel!

Des. . .

Wonder if they did any strengthening to the chassis etc?

Quote:

Originally Posted by volvo-express

Finished product is going to be around 510hp / 560 ft lb at the wheels.

That's ambitious for a D24 Tic....LOL
You can buy my white one as I will be selling shortly... :-)

Haha no its not a D24 bud!

barkster1971 · Jan 21st, 2015, 15:36

You'll be wanting big brakes, I presume it will have a big turbo? Ford 9" for back axle. I'd get it running first at low boost then worry about everything else.

CTCNetwork · Jan 21st, 2015, 17:45

Hi,

probably has customisation on the rear end..
544 WBHP..!

+ YouTube Video

Des. . .

martinrpeachey · Jan 21st, 2015, 18:06

Might be worth tracking down Smithy for this one

Jan 21st, 2015, 13:19	#1
Palmer Premier Member Last Online: Nov 7th, 2021 02:21 Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Peterborough	High horsepower - will it break There is a small chance, ok so a tiny chance that i might have a project on the go. I want to use a 940 estate shell just because its what i know from fiddling with my other ones. And they are only ~1500kgs for a big vehicle. It will be an engine conversion. Finished product is going to be around 510hp / 560 ft lb at the wheels. Obviously i know brakes / wider bigger wheels will be needed. What about other stuff like the diff, axles, prop etc I remember that guy who put a turbo V8 in one and broke the torque arms i think it was. What can the M90 take? Is a G80 locker the only LSD type diff available??

Jan 21st, 2015, 13:50	#2
volvoid Monster Raving Loony Last Online: Nov 12th, 2018 20:03 Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: hitchin	We want lots of pictures of shiny bits. I reckon youll have to replace everything and strngthen the structure too, might be easier to put the body over a yank chassis ? __________________ 1994 850 2.0 bought at 32,000 miles used daily now 45,000. Still like a nearly-new car 2004 filthy polluting diesel VW

Jan 21st, 2015, 14:04	#3
volvo-express Master Member Last Online: Apr 20th, 2023 21:16 Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: St Neots, Cambs.	Diesel power.....!? Finished product is going to be around 510hp / 560 ft lb at the wheels. That's ambitious for a D24 Tic....LOL You can buy my white one as I will be selling shortly... :-) __________________ 1991 940 TD - straight six turbo diesel - some people hate them I love them!

Jan 21st, 2015, 14:07	#4
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Jan 21st, 2015, 14:22	#6
rogerthechorister Rogerthechorister Last Online: Dec 16th, 2023 02:15 Join Date: May 2006 Location: Rochester	M90 etc I suspect you will have to box in the swinging arms at the back - there used to be a picture on Youtube of a bloke driving home with S-shaped arms after dragging in the USA. I also suspect but do not know that you will need to weld the back axle or go for one of the Ford ones. The redblock M90 used to be reckoned to be able to manage 500bhp but I notice people's estimates seem to be lower these days.

Jan 21st, 2015, 14:22	#5
Steve940estate Steam Driven PC Owner. Last Online: Mar 4th, 2024 23:50 Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Not sure.	Are you thinking Audi V8 by any chance ?

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barkster1971 VOC Member Last Online: Yesterday 13:22 Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Swineshead/Salford	boost You'll be wanting big brakes, I presume it will have a big turbo? Ford 9" for back axle. I'd get it running first at low boost then worry about everything else. __________________ new engine! new car!

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martinrpeachey Premier Member Last Online: Jul 18th, 2018 07:30 Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: poole	Might be worth tracking down Smithy for this one __________________ 310.2bhp, 333ft/lb, 19T powered ex-plod with 224,000 miles

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