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by bigdickbuster
Wed Jan 26, 2011 9:29 pm
Forum: The Wastegate (Off Topic)
Topic: things you dont see very often...
Replies: 4
Views: 3346

Re: things you dont see very often...

Ha! In Poland in '80 we had a lot of problems with buying petrol. Once upon a time, my dad saw a guy which filled tank in old Skoda 120. The counter on the distributor showed 120 liters! In this case model of car was consistent with the size of the tank :lol: Of course, big petrol tank was a joyful ...
by bigdickbuster
Wed Jan 26, 2011 2:36 am
Forum: Parts, Accessories & Brochures
Topic: Breaking 480 turbo
Replies: 10
Views: 2781

Re: Breaking 480 turbo

How much for the snowcap and turbo gauges? In what condition are the front indicators? If they aren't cracked, how much?
by bigdickbuster
Tue Jan 25, 2011 9:15 pm
Forum: The Wastegate (Off Topic)
Topic: Lets show our appreciation for the mods!
Replies: 13
Views: 5772

Re: Lets show our appreciation for the mods!

I AGREE with the author of this topic! Good job guys!
by bigdickbuster
Tue Jan 25, 2011 9:10 pm
Forum: Parts, Accessories & Brochures
Topic: for sale taurus wheels
Replies: 1
Views: 604

Re: for sale taurus wheels

I bought these wheels from barto. They are in excelent condition. Thanks pal for the deal!
by bigdickbuster
Tue Jan 25, 2011 12:03 am
Forum: The secret life of a 480 owner...
Topic: My secret life with a 480
Replies: 44
Views: 17596

Re: My secret life with a 480

You should put T4 engine under the hood :wink:
by bigdickbuster
Sun Jan 23, 2011 5:14 am
Forum: Tuning And Tweaking
Topic: T4 engine swap...
Replies: 45
Views: 77532

Re: T4 engine swap...

Promised pics from the Caleem: http://images46.fotosik.pl/535/70bcb84191b76482gen.png 215/35/ZR18 tyres :shock: http://images43.fotosik.pl/554/db0fd69face8aa05gen.png http://images43.fotosik.pl/554/ed58d5a1fb2048ef.png http://images46.fotosik.pl/535/eea5903668c0fec3.png http://images49.fotosik.pl/5...
by bigdickbuster
Sat Jan 22, 2011 11:47 pm
Forum: Tuning And Tweaking
Topic: T4 engine swap...
Replies: 45
Views: 77532

Re: T4 engine swap...

I have the photos. They will be available in few hours. This car realy exists :hopping:
by bigdickbuster
Sat Jan 22, 2011 7:14 pm
Forum: Electrical system (30)
Topic: newbie looking for advice.
Replies: 4
Views: 1161

Re: newbie looking for advice.

Hello!

Cem can be repaired. But you should write a PM to Glasgowjim. He is on this Forum Official Dealer of Used Parts ;)
by bigdickbuster
Fri Jan 21, 2011 8:46 pm
Forum: Electrical system (30)
Topic: Dead headlights
Replies: 15
Views: 3220

Re: Dead headlights

Yesterday I found the problem :) Microswitch in indicator stalk which is responsive for the long/short distance light was cooked. Now, only thing I need is a complete stalk :D I don't know whether the UK version is similar to the european, so I will not bother you Jim :wink: By the way... thanks for...
by bigdickbuster
Wed Jan 19, 2011 10:47 am
Forum: The secret life of a 480 owner...
Topic: My 1987 480ES (and 480 Turbo :-) -since 02.2010)
Replies: 31
Views: 16344

Re: My 1987 480ES (and 480 Turbo :-) -since 02.2010)

Two days ago was a guy from the insurance company. He made a few photos, and promised that he will make valuation of damage till Friday.

In the meantime, I bought this:

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:D
by bigdickbuster
Wed Jan 19, 2011 3:05 am
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: What is the difference between an ES and a S version?
Replies: 4
Views: 1950

Re: What is the difference between an ES and a S version?

It was my miserable provocation. Description of this category of Forum is: Non-technical discussions take place here, like what is the difference between an ES and a S version. Unfortunately my provocation failed :cryhard: I'm going to try whiplash on myself :wall: :tomato: Please the dear Moderator...
by bigdickbuster
Mon Jan 17, 2011 8:56 pm
Forum: Styling
Topic: Clear indicators
Replies: 9
Views: 6238

Re: Clear indicators

White lenses were a hand-made stuff. They are very rare.

Red lenses are original from Volvo. They are available sometimes in the Volvo autorized dealers/services.
by bigdickbuster
Sun Jan 16, 2011 11:22 am
Forum: Tuning And Tweaking
Topic: T4 engine swap...
Replies: 45
Views: 77532

Re: T4 engine swap...

Caleem sent me two pictures: 480 with new paintcoat.

Image

Image

Rest of the photo will be available within a week :)
by bigdickbuster
Sat Jan 15, 2011 5:13 pm
Forum: Tuning And Tweaking
Topic: T4 engine swap...
Replies: 45
Views: 77532

Re: T4 engine swap...

Who the f**k in my town made so advanced modifications :?: I would like to see this marvel :hopping: :hopping: :hopping:
by bigdickbuster
Thu Jan 13, 2011 4:59 pm
Forum: Electrical system (30)
Topic: Foot well lights.
Replies: 8
Views: 1707

Re: Foot well lights.

According to my information footwell lights was only in the first cars. Interior lights are controlled by the CEM. So, you can steal voltage from the neighborhood of CEM. From the relay box for example. Or from the light placed on the roof.
by bigdickbuster
Thu Jan 13, 2011 1:28 pm
Forum: Parts, Accessories & Brochures
Topic: Taurus Wheels
Replies: 3
Views: 876

Re: Taurus Wheels

He wrote, that he want nothing, but you must collect them from his place of living.
by bigdickbuster
Tue Jan 11, 2011 12:43 am
Forum: Cars For Sale / Wanted
Topic: FOR SALE Quality Celeb, 93K, tax & MOT
Replies: 19
Views: 4123

Re: FOR SALE Quality Celeb, 93K, tax & MOT

Rachel wrote: The alternator isn't charging as it should. There is some charge, but it obviously needs replacing soon
Did you checked the voltage regulator?
by bigdickbuster
Mon Jan 10, 2011 11:28 am
Forum: Electrical system (30)
Topic: alternator
Replies: 6
Views: 1366

Re: alternator

Basically, I can say yes. But you need to check empirically, because Volvo used few types of alternators - several types with different values of amperage for example. Pulleys are with three or five incision. And last but not least: Different types of start of charging. There was self starting alter...