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by kitt
Wed Mar 29, 2023 9:38 am
Forum: Body and Interior (80)
Topic: Rear arch replacement/repair
Replies: 3
Views: 2019

Re: Rear arch replacement/repair

A while ago for mine mk3 ford escort arches were used - you can see the result here :- viewtopic.php?t=11097&p=112284
by kitt
Fri Jan 08, 2010 10:28 pm
Forum: In Car Entertainment
Topic: 1987 Stereo.
Replies: 13
Views: 9776

i think i have mine still! its from my 89 but alas my poor 480 has gone to heaven :cry: :cryhard: :cryhard: :cryhard:
by kitt
Mon Jan 19, 2009 1:42 pm
Forum: Electrical system (30)
Topic: DAYLIGHT RUNNING BULBS
Replies: 7
Views: 2506

Im using the 21/5w - what problems can they cause? :?
by kitt
Sat Dec 06, 2008 11:57 pm
Forum: Electrical system (30)
Topic: Lights - rotary master switch
Replies: 7
Views: 2463

whats non-rheo?
by kitt
Sat Dec 06, 2008 11:51 pm
Forum: Engine (20)
Topic: Head Gasket Failure? 1.7 ES (sorry longish)
Replies: 4
Views: 1919

yea do all the seals - like rocker cover, and think some inlet manifold stuff can be changed too - you can grab a head gasket kit off ebay - but not sure what it exactly contains :?
by kitt
Sat Dec 06, 2008 11:48 pm
Forum: Engine (20)
Topic: Tell me what's this? [PHOTO]
Replies: 9
Views: 2422

the coolant pipes going into the throttle body is to stop it freezing in cold conditions! - hope thats what you asked about :?
by kitt
Tue Aug 26, 2008 8:48 pm
Forum: Electrical system (30)
Topic: day running lights ????
Replies: 21
Views: 6395

sorry guys!! will do it ASAP!!! been a bit busy looking after two new nieces!!
by kitt
Thu Aug 21, 2008 6:51 pm
Forum: Engine (20)
Topic: rusty fuel line
Replies: 1
Views: 1113

rusty fuel line

basically the garage is scared to change my fuel filter has the line is rusty and it might snap off. has anyone had this problem. volvo quoted me £175+vat for just the line!!! :shock: :shock:
by kitt
Thu Aug 21, 2008 6:49 pm
Forum: Engine (20)
Topic: Is it just me, or is this a common 480 problem?
Replies: 7
Views: 2501

check that the ground is ok - i just had this done!! - but didnt have problems with not starting
by kitt
Sat Aug 02, 2008 1:07 pm
Forum: Engine (20)
Topic: Rear Window Wash/Wipe
Replies: 1
Views: 1109

Rear Window Wash/Wipe

Before I had my car someone has cut the pipe from the water motor attached to the screen wash tank to the rear wash nozzle!!

I really can't see why - but i have no idea how/where to connect it to! I can't see the pipe coming from the rear of the car anywhere!!!

Can someone please help!!
by kitt
Fri Aug 01, 2008 6:39 pm
Forum: Electrical system (30)
Topic: day running lights ????
Replies: 21
Views: 6395

ok i'll do it this weekend!! :D
by kitt
Fri Aug 01, 2008 6:38 pm
Forum: Parts, Accessories & Brochures
Topic: FOR SALE - Cup Holder Armrest
Replies: 9
Views: 3317

Only saw this after I won it :rofl: !! Thanks Ally!! Gonna stick it in tonight
by kitt
Tue Jul 29, 2008 5:40 pm
Forum: Electrical system (30)
Topic: day running lights ????
Replies: 21
Views: 6395

Ive done this - will post up instructions and pics if you still intrested?
by kitt
Mon Jul 14, 2008 7:19 pm
Forum: Tuning And Tweaking
Topic: where do i put axle stands?
Replies: 2
Views: 2184

where do i put axle stands?

I'm always working on my 480 myself but have never used a trolley jack to change the brakes - just always the normal jack in the car! I've just bought a trolley jack and some axle stands - but where can i put the axle stands under the car? - i use the jacking point for the trolley jack but need to p...
by kitt
Sun Jun 01, 2008 11:32 pm
Forum: Styling
Topic: Flat wiper blades
Replies: 18
Views: 7387

Ive always got mine from volvo - all others i found dont work properly :? - apparently the rubber has to be slightly longer so thats why they dont work proper
by kitt
Sun Jun 01, 2008 3:54 pm
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: 480 World
Replies: 20
Views: 4363

Hey there's at least one londoner that belongs to this club - ME! :D
by kitt
Mon Jun 04, 2007 12:15 am
Forum: Engine (20)
Topic: Iginition Coil?? - not starting!!
Replies: 5
Views: 1934

thanks guys - i will check all the things you've suggested - and let you kno what i found! :D
by kitt
Fri Jun 01, 2007 8:04 pm
Forum: Engine (20)
Topic: Iginition Coil?? - not starting!!
Replies: 5
Views: 1934

Iginition Coil?? - not starting!!

hi guys - need a little advice!! - i pulled into a petrol pump filled up - then when i turned the key NOTHING!!! - it wouldnt turn over at all!!! all ignition lights light up and batt volts is ok. i ended up having to clutch start the car and it started no probs!! got home and now its starting up ag...
by kitt
Wed May 02, 2007 3:18 pm
Forum: In Car Entertainment
Topic: Rear cubbyhole speakers: Any good?
Replies: 19
Views: 13093

jbl

ok the standard volvo ones arent very good but you can buy some jbl's that fit into the 'holder' of these speakers - just make sure you seal them into the cubby hole and they'll sound great!! - thats what i did anyway!!
by kitt
Sun Feb 25, 2007 7:11 pm
Forum: Engine (20)
Topic: Rear Washer pipe
Replies: 0
Views: 848

Rear Washer pipe

before i got the car someone has cut the pipe going from the rear wash wipe pump to the back of the car :cryhard: - ive never seen where the pipe from the pump connects- can someone please give me some pics or explain where the pipe will go in the engine compartment


thanks