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Oct 16th, 2019, 15:18 | #1 |
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Independent garage for core plug fix
2004 XC90 D5 @ 180,000 miles
Hello all, I'm looking for recommendations for independent garages that can do the core plug/rear crank seal fix on my XC90. I've been in touch with a few local (Coventry) to me but have yet to hear back. One of them has declined due to lack of Volvo equipment. Would appreciate your advice. Thanks. |
Oct 16th, 2019, 15:33 | #2 |
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Hi. If you want to travel,I can recommend Kings in Westbury Wiltshire. About 2 hours from Coventry though. They did the both core plug and crank seal l on our XC70. I have used them for about 10 years and they are well thought of locally. Derek.
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Oct 16th, 2019, 21:51 | #3 | |
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Would appreciate some more suggestions. If travel is needed, then travel it shall be. |
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Oct 16th, 2019, 22:10 | #4 |
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Local indy in South Derbyshire called Hallam and Suthern - in Swadlincote. About an hour from Coventry. Well thought of locally.
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Oct 16th, 2019, 22:21 | #5 |
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FYI - You don't need any special Volvo equipment to do it...
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Oct 16th, 2019, 22:43 | #6 | |
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Based on what I've read on here, I have to agree. The garage I contacted has probably never done the job before, citing the need for the Volvo engine hoist/frame/support/something to get the job done. All good, as it would be more preferable to direct this issue to a garage that has done it before. |
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Oct 17th, 2019, 10:00 | #7 |
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CP motors only polesworth are a Volvo specialist I’ve used them a few times and they were very knowledgable, would guess they have done a core plug before.
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Oct 17th, 2019, 11:27 | #8 |
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Dec 15th, 2019, 11:51 | #9 |
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Core plug fix done by Hallam & Sutherns in Swadlincote. Very pleasant experience, can't recommend them enough. Got a courtesy S80 D5 as well which was much appreciated.
For anybody else who might be interested in a core plug fix, listed below are some threads mentioned on this forum on the costs that could potentially be incurred. November 2016 https://www.volvoforums.org.uk/showt...=258577&page=2 October 2013 https://www.volvoforums.org.uk/showthread.php?t=189677 November 2015 https://www.volvoforums.org.uk/showthread.php?t=240710 April 2013 https://www.volvoforums.org.uk/showt...=145570&page=2 May 2013 https://www.volvoforums.org.uk/showt...=145570&page=4 March 2015 https://www.volvoforums.org.uk/showthread.php?t=226014 March 2015 https://www.volvoforums.org.uk/showt...=226014&page=2 Prices go from around £700 + VAT but will probably end up being nearer to £1000 + VAT once other things are included (e.g. seized bolts, coolant top-up, oil change, etc.). |
Dec 15th, 2019, 12:29 | #10 |
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Hi, my engine replacement (excluding engine) was £1000 inc.
At same time replaced all engine mounts and besides already listed, remember Aircon regas,. My old turbo had wear in the bearings do replaced that too. The also found ( which I think is common) that the nearside front sub frame bolt had seized and had to be drilled out. I understand that this is common as the end of the captive nut is exposed to the elements. It might be a good idea to start spraying this with penetrating oil now as could assist with removal. You can see the end of the captive nut onset the bonnet. My work was carried out by the Volvo workshop at wickford Essex. Probably a bit remote for you, For those who like pics see below. You can see the replacement turbo on the floor. Last edited by john langrick; Dec 15th, 2019 at 12:32. |
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