99 V70 2.5 10v - Page 3

OvlovS70 · Apr 24th, 2013, 17:23

Because it's a 10 valve you are having to work it.
The 2.5 20v would probably suit your driving style more.
Cheers

MikeS100 · Apr 24th, 2013, 17:33

Glad you got it working right for you, just need a heavier right foot when towing

mr magoo · Apr 24th, 2013, 18:33

i think i was being a girl because i was a bit worried about pushing an old car to much, but its not everyday i tow so im sure i wont kill it .... (famous last words), also when being pushed it pulls real well.

sorry nick above post wasnt aimed at you just thought i would stick that in.

once again guys thanks for all your help/advice

Stu

Blue 8 · Apr 24th, 2013, 18:45

I've towed with the 10v & 20v & T5 and I found the worse of the bunch was the 20v the 10v had more low down grunt the 20 v only came alive much higher up the rev band , the T5 was a good tow car but all 3 would change down the box on most any incline.

OvlovS70 · Apr 25th, 2013, 01:02

The OP felt he wanted the car to be more steady at travelling speed as the road varied and there in lies the rub. The 10v may pull initially but needs worked more than a 20v once underway.
But the OP has it sussed, 10v? Ring the neck out of it.
Cheers

Apr 24th, 2013, 17:33	#22
MikeS100 Premier Member Last Online: Mar 21st, 2024 21:39 Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Sevenoaks	Glad you got it working right for you, just need a heavier right foot when towing __________________ 1999 V70 TDi (auto) 2002 C70 T5 GT Convertible (manual) 2008 XC90 D5 Executive (auto)

Apr 24th, 2013, 18:45	#24
Blue 8 Premier Member Last Online: Aug 13th, 2015 17:06 Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Medway Towns	I've towed with the 10v & 20v & T5 and I found the worse of the bunch was the 20v the 10v had more low down grunt the 20 v only came alive much higher up the rev band , the T5 was a good tow car but all 3 would change down the box on most any incline. __________________ Stay away from negative people they have a problem for every solution. Ruby-red pearl 854 GLT 2.5 20v 62k.....Andy

Apr 24th, 2013, 17:23	#21
OvlovS70 Still a learning member Last Online: Aug 17th, 2022 18:49 Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Ayrshire	Because it's a 10 valve you are having to work it. The 2.5 20v would probably suit your driving style more. Cheers

Apr 24th, 2013, 18:33	#23
mr magoo Everyone Loves A Tryer .. Last Online: Nov 22nd, 2023 18:56 Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: norfolk	i think i was being a girl because i was a bit worried about pushing an old car to much, but its not everyday i tow so im sure i wont kill it .... (famous last words), also when being pushed it pulls real well. sorry nick above post wasnt aimed at you just thought i would stick that in. once again guys thanks for all your help/advice Stu

Apr 25th, 2013, 01:02	#25
OvlovS70 Still a learning member Last Online: Aug 17th, 2022 18:49 Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Ayrshire	The OP felt he wanted the car to be more steady at travelling speed as the road varied and there in lies the rub. The 10v may pull initially but needs worked more than a 20v once underway. But the OP has it sussed, 10v? Ring the neck out of it. Cheers

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