What I did today thread... - Page 48

kwills · Aug 10th, 2016, 15:24

Today I replaced rear brake pads on V70 D5 and while I was there I replaced the solid H bars on the handbrake shoes with the adjustable type. Made a massive difference to my handbrake. Doesn't go all the way up now. Should be no problems for the MOT when comes round next month. Last thing I need to do is replace the wing mirror motor in the drivers side.

EVOLVOLUTION · Aug 11th, 2016, 16:48

Another blooming A/C Condenser and dryer,£112 inc vat for a HELLA item.
didn't think the price was too bad though.Thank the lord I can DIY

jasmith44 · Aug 11th, 2016, 19:18

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Originally Posted by EVOLVOLUTION

Another blooming A/C Condenser and dryer,£112 inc vat for a HELLA item.
didn't think the price was too bad though.Thank the lord I can DIY

Think yourself lucky i paid £309 for mine 2 weeks ago (genuine )

bulldogdrummond · Aug 11th, 2016, 21:44

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Originally Posted by bulldogdrummond

Took belly pan off and checked gearbox mounting, as expected its shot (already replaced the top engine mount). New one ordered.

Tomorrows job is to check the alternator belt tensioner and alternator pulley.

Changed gearbox mounting, had a quick look at the aux belt tensioner..looks like its been in there a while.
I need to buy a T60 bit to do the tensioner, anyone know what size the mounting bolts are please.

mertzman · Aug 12th, 2016, 20:51

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Originally Posted by kwills

Today I replaced rear brake pads on V70 D5 and while I was there I replaced the solid H bars on the handbrake shoes with the adjustable type. Made a massive difference to my handbrake. Doesn't go all the way up now. Should be no problems for the MOT when comes round next month. Last thing I need to do is replace the wing mirror motor in the drivers side.

Where did you source those from?

Cheers.

Paul240480 · Aug 12th, 2016, 23:05

^^^ I got one from parts for Volvo. Google that

Sharp · Aug 15th, 2016, 19:52

Gibbons method ATF change, it was easier than I expceted. THe stuff that came out was grim, deep brown and pretty stinky. I was not surprised, its done 80k. New oil in and the difference was almost immediate, when putting it into gear it used to rock a little bit, but thats gone, changes are smoother and kickdown seems better. Still got about 10litres left so may do a sump dump in a few hundred miles and see what it looks like. Pretty pleased though.

kwills · Aug 17th, 2016, 07:51

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Originally Posted by mertzman

Where did you source those from?

Cheers.

I got mine from eBay for 18 but you can get them from the dealer for about 22 /23

kwills · Aug 17th, 2016, 07:55

Sorted out the milked up hazy headlights.. Wet and dry sandpaper.. 400, 800, 1200, 1600 then 2000 always making sure the headlight is wet. One this was done I used a buffing wheel and some rubbing compound which made the lights gleam.. Making sure to seal the end result with some wax. The difference is amazing!

MWMan · Aug 18th, 2016, 06:24

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Originally Posted by kwills

Sorted out the milked up hazy headlights.. Wet and dry sandpaper.. 400, 800, 1200, 1600 then 2000 always making sure the headlight is wet. One this was done I used a buffing wheel and some rubbing compound which made the lights gleam.. Making sure to seal the end result with some wax. The difference is amazing!

I did my plastic lenses using a 3M kit which worked very well. One thing I did however, was to put some of this on them afterwards to stop the UV attacking them again. I'll probably reapply it once or twice a year.

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Aug 10th, 2016, 15:24	#471
kwills Junior Member Last Online: Feb 5th, 2022 16:59 Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: South Wales	Today I replaced rear brake pads on V70 D5 and while I was there I replaced the solid H bars on the handbrake shoes with the adjustable type. Made a massive difference to my handbrake. Doesn't go all the way up now. Should be no problems for the MOT when comes round next month. Last thing I need to do is replace the wing mirror motor in the drivers side.

Aug 15th, 2016, 19:52	#477
Sharp Junior Member Last Online: May 6th, 2024 20:50 Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: York	Gibbons method ATF change, it was easier than I expceted. THe stuff that came out was grim, deep brown and pretty stinky. I was not surprised, its done 80k. New oil in and the difference was almost immediate, when putting it into gear it used to rock a little bit, but thats gone, changes are smoother and kickdown seems better. Still got about 10litres left so may do a sump dump in a few hundred miles and see what it looks like. Pretty pleased though.

Aug 17th, 2016, 07:55	#479
kwills Junior Member Last Online: Feb 5th, 2022 16:59 Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: South Wales	Sorted out the milked up hazy headlights.. Wet and dry sandpaper.. 400, 800, 1200, 1600 then 2000 always making sure the headlight is wet. One this was done I used a buffing wheel and some rubbing compound which made the lights gleam.. Making sure to seal the end result with some wax. The difference is amazing!

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