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by Martin Mc
Tue May 17, 2016 12:28 pm
Forum: Engine (20)
Topic: More Engine Problems - Any Ideas Please
Replies: 20
Views: 10119

Re: More Engine Problems - Any Ideas Please

Well, I got myself a can of Carb Cleaner (£4.50 at the local car emporium who I go to as I cant stand Half Ords..).. Got the car started, albeit with a decidedly lumpy tickover. Sprayed the various visible hoses one by one... Nothing.. Might be that the problem is somewhat obscured by the lumpy tick...
by Martin Mc
Sun May 15, 2016 5:58 pm
Forum: Engine (20)
Topic: More Engine Problems - Any Ideas Please
Replies: 20
Views: 10119

Re: More Engine Problems - Any Ideas Please

Thanks DIS, My usual shop for car supplies was shut today, so no carb cleaner so far. I'm guessing this stuff is flamable right>? Do I need to be ultra-careful spraying it around whilst the engine is running? I don't want my pride & joy going up in flames just when I'm so close to getting her back o...
by Martin Mc
Sat May 14, 2016 4:37 pm
Forum: Engine (20)
Topic: More Engine Problems - Any Ideas Please
Replies: 20
Views: 10119

More Engine Problems - Any Ideas Please

Hello fellow enthusiasts, Well I thought I was getting close to the point where I might actually get the car back on the road.... but no, of course there was always going to be trouble lurking under the bonnet, just when I didn't want it.. So far, I have replaced the: 1) Distributor and rotor arm 2)...
by Martin Mc
Thu May 12, 2016 5:11 pm
Forum: Parts, Accessories & Brochures
Topic: T-shirt , 30 years Volvo 480
Replies: 5
Views: 1940

Re: T-shirt , 30 years Volvo 480

Cool design! Is it cotton and what sizes are available?

Cheers!

Martin
by Martin Mc
Thu May 05, 2016 8:47 pm
Forum: Engine (20)
Topic: Not a Quiz, But What are These Things?
Replies: 11
Views: 6988

Re: Not a Quiz, But What are These Things?

Thanks David, the disconnected pipes / unused openings had me confused. I remember the auxiliary pump running on from my first ES, but since I've not actually had the current car out on the road yet, I haven't really had a chance to assess the 'normal' running of this car. Watch this space for more ...
by Martin Mc
Thu May 05, 2016 7:18 pm
Forum: Engine (20)
Topic: Not a Quiz, But What are These Things?
Replies: 11
Views: 6988

Re: Not a Quiz, But What are These Things?

Ok, here's another thing that is a mystery - any clues about what it is and its function?

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by Martin Mc
Fri Apr 29, 2016 9:15 pm
Forum: The secret life of a 480 owner...
Topic: Quick decline into the life of a 480 owner
Replies: 248
Views: 82943

Re: Quick decline into the life of a 480 owner

Hello Jim,

Who did you use for the windscreen change? Am probably going to have to get mine done to get back on the road... :nuts:
by Martin Mc
Mon Apr 25, 2016 9:02 pm
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: Asfalt - Swedish Motoring Programme - 480 Episode!!
Replies: 8
Views: 3959

Asfalt - Swedish Motoring Programme - 480 Episode!!

Hello all, Just came across this wonderful tribute to the 480 on YouTube - its a programme called 'Asfalt Motormagazin', a kind of retro Swedish Top Gear. Have a look - ignore the first (very odd) minute or so - it is worth the wait, especially as it has English subtitles for us non-native Swedish s...
by Martin Mc
Sun Apr 24, 2016 4:22 pm
Forum: Engine (20)
Topic: Injectors overhaul
Replies: 2
Views: 1696

Re: Injectors overhaul

Cheers Chris for your insights - it looks like my engine is a B18FP unit, which (luckily?) doesn't have a MAF, EGR or other complex gubbins attached:) Had the air pressure sensor off this afternoon, and noticed an immediate difference to the running of the car. On starting, prior to disconnecting, t...
by Martin Mc
Fri Apr 22, 2016 7:53 pm
Forum: Engine (20)
Topic: Injectors overhaul
Replies: 2
Views: 1696

Injectors overhaul

Reading around various threads and the dreaded Haynes book of despair, it sounds like stripping down and checking the fuel injection system and associated wiring should be a relatively straightforward job. However, standing at the front of the car, looking into the engine bay, it doesn't look to me...
by Martin Mc
Fri Apr 22, 2016 7:42 pm
Forum: Parts, Accessories & Brochures
Topic: A few but essential spares - for sale
Replies: 1
Views: 1195

Re: A few but essential spares - for sale

Hello Chris,

Great pic! You have a PM.

Cheers!

Martin
by Martin Mc
Thu Apr 21, 2016 12:54 pm
Forum: Engine (20)
Topic: Not a Quiz, But What are These Things?
Replies: 11
Views: 6988

Not a Quiz, But What are These Things?

Hello folks, Just wondered if anyone could put names / functions to the items (1-4) shown below? Knowing would certainly help make my reading of the Haynes book of confusion somewhat easier! I believe item 1 is a fuel pressure regulator (now that jay-kay-em has put me right!) http://i1333.photobucke...
by Martin Mc
Tue Apr 19, 2016 6:59 pm
Forum: Engine (20)
Topic: Blanking EGR Valve?
Replies: 6
Views: 3019

Re: Blanking EGR Valve?

Ok, checked the Haynes manual (p129) again, where the only reference to the EGR sits, together with a picture of the EGR system (fig 4.52).

Turns out I should have gone to SpecSavers :lol:

Will resume my education at the weekend. With my glasses on this time :)

M
by Martin Mc
Tue Apr 19, 2016 5:41 pm
Forum: Engine (20)
Topic: Blanking EGR Valve?
Replies: 6
Views: 3019

Re: Blanking EGR Valve?

Haha! Well I guess that explains the amount of fuel that spilled out! I'm sorry for the confusion - I'm stumbling along clutching at straws I'm afraid, and the Haynes manual definitely shows the item pictured above as the EGR valve :cry: Thanks for your comprehensive answer and very well set out adv...
by Martin Mc
Tue Apr 19, 2016 2:08 pm
Forum: Engine (20)
Topic: Blanking EGR Valve?
Replies: 6
Views: 3019

Re: Blanking EGR Valve?

This thing: Lettering indicates it is a Bosch unit. http://i1333.photobucket.com/albums/w636/mmcare00/EGR_zpsklgj2xkc.jpg Got it off, but can't really see where to go next, as there is no obvious way to look inside the beastie. The petrol that flooded out of it appeared to be clean, and there were n...
by Martin Mc
Fri Apr 15, 2016 5:52 pm
Forum: The secret life of a 480 owner...
Topic: My 480 resurrection
Replies: 2
Views: 2747

Re: My 480 resurrection

Good luck with the project! It sounds like you will have your work cut out :D

Do post some pictures of your progress - it is always good to see before and after :hopping:
by Martin Mc
Wed Apr 13, 2016 6:39 pm
Forum: Engine (20)
Topic: Blanking EGR Valve?
Replies: 6
Views: 3019

Re: Blanking EGR Valve?

Hello Alan,

It's the 1.7 renault lump, 1995 vintage, with only 45000 apparently on the clock.

Cheers!

Martin
by Martin Mc
Tue Apr 12, 2016 5:03 pm
Forum: Engine (20)
Topic: Blanking EGR Valve?
Replies: 6
Views: 3019

Blanking EGR Valve?

I'm trying to eliminate the most likely causes of a very sooty exhaust at idle and when warm (car not moving, all in workshop) and have read on various forums about the role played by the Exhaust Gas Recycling (EGR) valve. A number of sites suggest blanking it off, as for most driving conditions it ...
by Martin Mc
Tue Apr 05, 2016 6:57 am
Forum: Parts, Accessories & Brochures
Topic: Clearing out some spares
Replies: 5
Views: 4468

Re: Clearing out some spares

AIr filter arrangement-replace the standard filter box if that's your thing-extra pipe so it plugs onto your existing fitting to airbox with upper half of box removed. £8 Haynes book of lies. £5 :lol: Hello there, Laughed at the Haynes reference! I'd be interested in the air filter thing. Can you p...
by Martin Mc
Sat Mar 26, 2016 5:32 pm
Forum: Parts, Accessories & Brochures
Topic: Wanted Front Light Cluster
Replies: 11
Views: 3508

Re: Wanted Front Light Cluster

Update since last posting.. finally got round to sorting out the replacement lens for the cracked DRL http://i1333.photobucket.com/albums/w636/mmcare00/Volvo%20480%20S/IMG_20160216_201807_zpsg0k3mv9h.jpg It is 3mm light diffusing perspex with a clear vinyl lens coating,cut and shaped to fit. http://...