What I did today thread... - Page 181

XCR · Mar 15th, 2019, 13:18

Fed up with the poor light from the fogs, especially so following my headlight reflector refurbishment, I decided to fit LED bulbs.
Finding ones to fit (most are too long) took significantly longer than the time it took to fit them once they had arrived.
Very happy with their appearance, performance and price....

I'm taking my time over the H7 bulb upgrades in order to find the right bulbs. Any suggestions on this ?

jim jordan · Mar 15th, 2019, 16:27

started the horrible job of replacing my turbo

wish the last owner had changed his oil more often,a right nightmare job on a xc70

juanpen · Mar 15th, 2019, 22:20

Yes, specially removing the bevel gear

jim jordan · Mar 15th, 2019, 22:28

Quote:

Originally Posted by juanpen

Yes, specially removing the bevel gear

i've got around that to remove the turbo but not looking forward to fitting it back tho lol

Kattten · Mar 15th, 2019, 22:36

Removed my glove box on my S80 -02 and fixed the squeeking

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I think it was the switch to the glovebox light and/or the locking loop for the latch that holds the glove box shut. Seems gone now tho, greased it up good!

While in there I noticed my cabin filter needs replacing.

davebb · Mar 15th, 2019, 23:08

Quote:

Originally Posted by jim jordan

started the horrible job of replacing my turbo

wish the last owner had changed his oil more often,a right nightmare job on a xc70

Hi did the turbo blow or just smoking,
Dave

juanpen · Mar 16th, 2019, 08:27

Quote:

Originally Posted by jim jordan

i've got around that to remove the turbo but not looking forward to fitting it back tho lol

If it's petrol engine and you got the turbo on the top ... how did you loose the damn third nut to the exhaust?

Sojournermike · Mar 16th, 2019, 09:21

Committed to the XC70 for a couple of years by ordering a set of 4 4C shocks - ouch. Will add various bushes (antiroll bar, control arms) and drop links for a big session in a few weeks.

ASt85 · Mar 16th, 2019, 09:27

Quote:

Originally Posted by XCR

Fed up with the poor light from the fogs, especially so following my headlight reflector refurbishment, I decided to fit LED bulbs.
Finding ones to fit (most are too long) took significantly longer than the time it took to fit them once they had arrived.
Very happy with their appearance, performance and price....

Which LEDs did you eventually buy and could you post a link to the seller please?

GaryS40 · Mar 16th, 2019, 11:51

Yesterday, I fitted a new pair of DRLs in my front bumper lower grille. Much brighter than the last ones!
I also fitted a pair of Powerflex poly bush inserts to my strut brace. Should further stiffen the feel of the chassis.

Today, I am just about to replace the headlight wiper arms and blades, then replace the fuel flap locking motor too. Been in the shed for months!

Gary

Mar 15th, 2019, 22:20	#1803
juanpen New Member Last Online: May 7th, 2023 22:35 Join Date: May 2010 Location: Spain	Yes, specially removing the bevel gear __________________ 2005 XC70 2.5T manual

Mar 16th, 2019, 11:51	#1810
GaryS40 VOC Member Last Online: Feb 26th, 2024 20:12 Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Montrose	Yesterday, I fitted a new pair of DRLs in my front bumper lower grille. Much brighter than the last ones! I also fitted a pair of Powerflex poly bush inserts to my strut brace. Should further stiffen the feel of the chassis. Today, I am just about to replace the headlight wiper arms and blades, then replace the fuel flap locking motor too. Been in the shed for months! Gary __________________ Current car: 2002 V70 2.4T SE Mod's so far: Orpheus alloys, 10.1" android multimedia head unit, Nappa leather rebuilt, wood trimmed m/function steering wheel, Polestar blue and black calipers, Pipe Dynamics custom turbo back stainless steel exhaust, with 200 cell sports cat, R engine and injector rail covers, tinted rear windows. Previous cars: 1982 760 GLE saloon 1989 740 GLE estate 1991 440 S 2003 S40 S - Gone but not forgotten. ☹ 16 non Volvos.

Mar 15th, 2019, 13:18	#1801
XCR Master Member Last Online: Yesterday 23:35 Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Surrey	Fed up with the poor light from the fogs, especially so following my headlight reflector refurbishment, I decided to fit LED bulbs. Finding ones to fit (most are too long) took significantly longer than the time it took to fit them once they had arrived. Very happy with their appearance, performance and price.... I'm taking my time over the H7 bulb upgrades in order to find the right bulbs. Any suggestions on this ?

Mar 15th, 2019, 16:27	#1802
jim jordan Senior Member Last Online: Apr 6th, 2024 18:23 Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: aberaeron,wales	started the horrible job of replacing my turbo wish the last owner had changed his oil more often,a right nightmare job on a xc70

Mar 15th, 2019, 22:36	#1805
Kattten New Member Last Online: Jan 24th, 2023 22:07 Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: Halland	Removed my glove box on my S80 -02 and fixed the squeeking . I think it was the switch to the glovebox light and/or the locking loop for the latch that holds the glove box shut. Seems gone now tho, greased it up good! While in there I noticed my cabin filter needs replacing.

Mar 16th, 2019, 09:21	#1808
Sojournermike Junior Member Last Online: Jan 10th, 2020 13:18 Join Date: Apr 2018 Location: Harrogate	Committed to the XC70 for a couple of years by ordering a set of 4 4C shocks - ouch. Will add various bushes (antiroll bar, control arms) and drop links for a big session in a few weeks.

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