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Taking the Volvo on a long journey.

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Old Nov 10th, 2019, 22:37   #1
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I have just bought a Torslanda 1993 2 litre manual 5 speed. I plan to go abroad next year and I was just wondering what spares shall I take?
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Old Nov 11th, 2019, 20:32   #2
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Umm, depends if you going outside Europe, into the outer reaches of the East, where Volvo dealers will be thinner on the ground, also post times, if you need stuff sent out.
But first off is: Get car throroughly serviced an brought up to scratch. All suspension bushes, brakes, hoses, exhaust, you know the scene. If you not over handy with spanners, have a garage you trust do a thorough check of every system before you go, inc cambelt .
I've been round Europe in less than A1 240's, never had a breakdown in one at all. If all your systems are good, it'll go for many k miles before you need to fit any service bits. Just take the legal requirements, bulb kits, red triangle, etc. Good luck, an have fun!
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Old Nov 11th, 2019, 21:44   #3
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Gaffer tape,bits of spare wire, a few jubillee clips, perhaps an ignition module/pump relay. TDC sensor too.
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I'm sorry, but I'm sure that I responded in similar vein to 'morwenna240' to 'mgs' earlier today, but my post seems to have since disappeared into the ether! I'm happy to endorse the advice offered.

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Old Nov 11th, 2019, 22:49   #5
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Both front indicator lights as these can drop out then usually get run over. Make sure you have a decent sound system for the rattles etc and to stop you worrying. Warning triangle, deck chair, John le Carre novel, tea making equipment.
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I'm sorry, but I'm sure that I responded in similar vein to 'morwenna240' to 'mgs' earlier today, but my post seems to have since disappeared into the ether! I'm happy to endorse the advice offered.

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Found it!

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"How long is 'long', 'mgs'?

If you were to comprehensively service the car prior to departure, then, unless you were very unfortunate, I would not expect you to need any more more in the way of spares than you would normally carry at home.

Depending upon where I was travelling, I would carry spare fuel, oil, coolant and brake fluid. Bulbs and belts, obviously, maybe brake pads and any other small parts if you suspect that you may need them and are doubtful as to their availability, although there is little point in carrying anything that you could not easily fit at the roadside. Maybe a set of plugs; on an older example I would have included points and a carburettor diaphragm, but of course your '93 car does not have those.

Although not strictly spares, I would also carry a decent set of jump leads, a tow rope and tyre pump among my tools. These can also be used to assist others as well, of course.

We have toured with our 245 and 745 throughout Scandinavia since the '80s without issue. The only time we ever had a problem was when the accelerator cable on our 340 snapped. We didn't think to carry one, and those on RHD cars are longer than LHD so it had to be a special order! That incident proved the value of our AA 5* insurance policy, so my final piece of advice to you would be to invest in a good recovery service!

Enjoy your trip. The 245 is a more than capable car - don't forget, they were built for much more severe conditions than most folk are ever likely to encounter.

Regards, John.
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It would appear that 'mgs's thread had somehow been duplicated and my reply was sitting on it's own in the 'other' one!

Glad I've sorted that one out; it was bugging me!

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Old Nov 19th, 2019, 19:28   #7
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Def take a dizzy cap/rotor, ignition modules YES (the amplifier thing, inner fender, battery side - if equipped), fuel pump relay YES, crank position sensor if equipped.

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Euroboy nailed it with regard to the spare sensors and ignition-related bits. What you should do is give it a good service before you go, including cleaning or replacing the flame trap, and making sure there aren't any fluid leaks. Coolant hoses and radiator should all be in good condition too. Preparation is key.
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Old Nov 20th, 2019, 13:06   #9
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For “any” older car I would also advise carrying spares: ~ regardless of the mileage being covered. On my 240 I always keep the replaced ignition parts i.e. leads- distributor cap- rotor & other – including pump solenoid and related parts (providing that they are removed as working examples or buy new- plus all belts) even down to a handful of spare nuts & bolts. All the advice given is good so start the journey with a well serviced car limiting the breakdown scenario whilst covering the unexpected as best you can.
As with any car nowadays make sure that the breakdown cover has a good relay cover as most breakdown only options are not worth buying!
Good Luck.
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Old Nov 20th, 2019, 16:59   #10
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Regarding the legal stuff, don't forget in France you are required to have a couple of disposable breathalyser kits in the motor with you, and a Hi Viz vest per person in the unfortunate event of a breakdown. Hope you have a good time and a safe trip.
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