[Antherzoll]

Hey Guys,

Not much of an introduction, but I'm Anthony and this is my XC70 build thread. Purchased in December 2012 with only 61k mi, now at October 2019 it's just over 145k mi and still going strong. Just pretty much doing my own thing and having fun with it as I go along. I've recently updated this thread with links to modification, trips, and repairs, but feel free to message me with any questions.

Enjoy!

Engine/Transmission Performance Upgrades:

• Hilton Tuning Stage 3
• TD04HL-16T (Modified): 11 blade GTX compressor wheel, 11 blade turbine, 7cm^2 turbine housing, 0.3 BAR Wastegate Actuator.
• RaceS60R 3" down pipe w/catalysts
• Eurosport Tuning Touring Exhaust
• Do88 Intercooler
• AEM Progressive WMI System
• Volvo R model airbox w/MAF
• IPD Turbo Inlet Hose
• IPD Charge Air Pipe
• IPD Throttle Inlet Tube
• GFB Diverter Valve
• Snabb Throttle Body and Manifold Spacer
• Hayden Transmission Cooler w/ thermostat and inline filter
• Oil catch can
• Custom dual gauge mount w/ IPD Boost & Innovate AFR.

Suspension/Drivetrain:

• Bad Swede 2" lift systems
• Custom 19mm rear strut mount spacers
• Custom 16mm front/rear subframe spacers
• XC90 336mm front & 308mm rear brakes
• XC90 Lower Front End Conversion:

XC90 control arms
XC90 spindle/w hub & ball joints
XC90 2.5t front left/right axles

• XC90 17" Neptune Wheels.
• XC90 235/65R17 wheel well modification
• Toyo Open Country AT2
• H&R XC90 25mm wheel spacers (rear axle)
• XC90 V8 Gen3 (2008) Haldex DEM
• IPD XC70 Sway Bars
• IPD Subframe Inserts
• IPD Skid plate

Utility:

• Yakima Load Warrior w/double extension, 4x cross bars, custom flush mount, tire carrier, load stops, quick fists.
• Volvo 2" tow bar
• LED Conversion resistor banks
• H8 Battery Upgrade
• Auxiliary Third Row Seats

Trips/Adventures:

• May/June 2015 Crosscountry Road Trip 10,500km Yellowstone/Cascades/British Columbia
• August 2015 Haliburton Highlands
• May 2016 Catskills Camping
• May 2017 Bald Eagle State Forest/Volvos At Carlisle
• June 2017 Kawartha Highlands
• July 2017 Crosscountry Road Trip 8,800km Minnesota/Saskatchewan/Alberta/British Columbia/Lake Superior
• August 2017 Haliburton Highlands
• August 2017 Kawartha Highlands
• January 2018 Oompah Winter Cabin
• May 2018 Volvos at Carlisle
• June 2018 Rockwood Conservation Area
• June 2018 Halliburton Highlands
• July 2018 Pinery Provincial Park
• July 2018 Crotch Lake
• August 2018 East Coast Road Trip 4,400km Quebec/New Brunswick/Nova Scotia
• October 2018 Guelph Lake Reservoir
• October 2018 Guelph Lake Reservoir
• May 2019 Longpoint Provincial Park
• May 2019 Haliburton Highlands
• June 2019 Rockwood Conservation Area
• August 2019 Crosscountry Road Trip 9600km South Dakota/Wyoming/Montana/British Columbia/Alberta/Lake Superior/Lake Huron

Major Repairs:

01-28-2015 - Steering Rack/Bushings/Spring Seats/IPD Swaybar Install

12-13-2015 - Haldex pump replaced/fluid service
01-20-2016 - Valvebody replaced
04-24-2016 - Angle gear seals/collar sleeve
03-26-2017 - Exhaust manifold gasket/Turbo turbine housing replacement

08-15-2018 - Throttle body failure

01-26-2019 - Bent rear toe arm and wheel

04-02-2020 - Upper Engine Wiring Harness

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[n00bkiller944]

I think this is next on my list with an ARD tune!

 

[Beck]

- ARD Green Stickers (adds 10hp )

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+1

 

[Antherzoll]

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[n00bkiller944]

Such a sweet post/ thanks for the pics. I'm getting excited to do this on my car!

 

[Antherzoll]

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[Beck]

+1 for poly. E a specially those control arm ones.

 

[Antherzoll]

+1 for poly. E a specially those control arm ones.

I'm considering those next, kind of on the fence.

Not sure if it's applicable to our vehicles, but does bring up some good points.
http://www.iwsti.com/forums/gd-susp...g/206293-bushings-rubber-vs-polyurethane.html

 

[Beck]

The control arm ones take that dead spot on the steering wheel away. Such crisp steering response.

Interesting article but a bit too theoretical. Real world experience with my bushings have been 95% positive (sway bar bushing gave out last year).

 

[Antherzoll]

The control arm ones take that dead spot on the steering wheel away. Such crisp steering response.

Interesting article but a bit too theoretical. Real world experience with my bushings have been 95% positive (sway bar bushing gave out last year).

Thanks, looks like a spring time project.

 

[Antherzoll]

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[Antherzoll]

My XC Before I Bought It

Though i had to share this

http://listings.boostmotorgroup.com...New=0&VehicleTypeID=0&RowNumber=18#ZoomPlayer

 

[Antherzoll]

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[ehidle]

...when i had booked the appointment the average temps were ~15*C, didn't know a heat wave was coming.

Nice car.

But, on what planet is 15C a heat wave? I don't even like to get out of bed when it's only 15C, and I'm not even really happy if it's under 30C

 

[Antherzoll]

Nice car.

But, on what planet is 15C a heat wave? I don't even like to get out of bed when it's only 15C, and I'm not even really happy if it's under 30C

I booked the appointment a few days in advance, the temps were averaging 15*C, but on the day of the run it was 34*C

 

[ehidle]

I booked the appointment a few days in advance, the temps were averaging 15*C, but on the day of the run it was 34*C

Now that is what I call nice weather!

 

[A4Avant]

So I've recently flashed the ECU with a Stage 3 Hilton Tune and all I can say for now is the engine starts , haven't had any time to take it out for a run yet and might be some time until I can...

What does the Hilton Stg3 tune involve?

 

[Antherzoll]

Requirements:
Down Pipe, Cat-Back Exhaust, Front Mount Intercooler (FMIC), Larger Than Stock (Typically Hybrid) Turbo, Upgraded Injectors, Upgraded MAF
Additional Requirements:
Stock TCV or upgraded Pierburg valve. (Note: A MAC control valve or equivalent is not compatible with this product. If you are using one of these valves, ensure it is replaced with a Pierburg unit prior to tuning.)

Recommended:
Methanol Injection

http://hiltontuning.com/product/stage-3-tune/

My current setup consists of:
TD04HL-16t w/7cm^2 ex. housing‎, 11 blade compressor & turbine wheels
3" Downpipe w/high flow race cat.
EST Catback
Upgraded stock mount intercooler
Blue Injectors
IPD full line of intake and charge air piping
Manifold & Throttle body spacers
6"x8" Dry flow cone filter.

I haven't started data logging yet, so I may need more parts, but my current set up has most of the requirements except for the FMIC, mine is a upgraded stock mount intercooler. If I have problems with IATs (which I haven't so far), then I may sell this unit and go for the FMIC.

Also my "larger then stock" turbo isn't that much larger, it is a TD04HL-16T, there are other who have larger turbos on similar builds. If I want more some day I'll go for the 19T, or even 20T conversion. Gotta leave some room for upgrades