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MyNameIdeasWereTaken AWD C30 Progression Thread

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2008 Volvo C30 T5 "Belle"


Phase 1:
V2.0 Cosmic White / Laser Blue Metallic
FWD M66​
272whp
345ftlbs of torque
0-60mph: 4.925 seconds
Phase 2:
V2.0 Cosmic White / Laser Blue Metallic
AWD M66​
266whp
331ftlbs of torque​
Stock Options:
Bi-Xenon headlights (DRLs disabled)
Fog lights
Dynamic Stability Traction Control
Cruise Control
Rain Sensing Windshield
Brushed Aluminum Interior Trim
Power/Memory Driver Seat
Dynaudio
"Illumination"
Sport Pedals
Carbon Fiber B-Pillars
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
Sunglasses Holder
Rubber Floor Mats
Rear Bumper Reflectors
Auto-dimming Mirror with Compass
R-Design Gauges
Rear Mudflaps
Stock Options:
Bi-Xenon headlights (DRLs disabled)
Fog lights
Dynamic Stability Traction Control
Cruise Control
R-Design Interior Trim
"Illumination"
Sport Pedals
Carbon Fiber B-Pillars
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
Rear Bumper Reflectors
Auto-dimming Mirror with Compass
R-Design Gauges
Rear Mudflaps
Exterior Cosmetic Modifications:
Exterior Cosmetic Modifications:
Interior Cosmetic Modifications:
Interior Cosmetic Modifications:
Audio & Electronics:
3 Way 12V Splitter
Garmin GPS
Cobra Radar Detector
Kinivo Bluetooth Aux Unit
Glowshift Boost/Vacuum Gauge
Glowshift Volt Meter
Battery Relocation
(see more info here)
Eyourlife LED Light Bar (see more info here)
Black Box G1W Dash Cam
Quad Fog Lights
Audio & Electronics:
Performance & Handling:
H&R Coilovers
Elevate Rear Sway Bar
Massive Adjustable Rear Camber Arms
Forge Recirculation Valve
Elevate Turbo Control valve
IPD HD Coilpacks
Custom Short Ram Intake
Elevate Intake Plenum
Do88 Intercooler
Elevate Intercooler Hardpipe Kit
Elevate Silicone Hose Set
Elevate Non-Resonated Cat Back Exhaust
Manzo Catless 3" Downpipe
Newman Camshafts
Custom Shark Tune
Stainless Steel Brake lines
Eurosport Tuning Front Strut Bar
TheBelgian Half Cage
(see more info on rear brace here)
Meyle HD Endlinks
Mazda 3 Torque Mount with WhiteLine Kit
Greddy RS type BOV
Fumoto Oil Drain Valve
Porsche 70mm Throttle Body
(see more info here)
Hotchkis RSB Brackets
Mishimoto Aluminum Coolant Reservoir
(see more info here)
Wilwood 6 Piston 320mm Front Brakes
TheBelgian 320mm Rear Brakes
(see more info here)
drjonez Race Mode switch (see more info here)
KYB Adjustable Shocks
Clutch Shock Load Limiter Delete
(see more info here)
Performance & Handling:
AWD Conversion (see a video here)
H&R Coilovers
Elevate Rear Sway Bar
Massive Adjustable Rear Camber Arms
Forge Recirculation Valve
IPD HD Coilpacks
Custom Short Ram Intake
Elevate Intake Plenum
Evolve Intercooler
Elevate Intercooler Hardpipe Kit
Elevate Silicone Hose Set
Custom Non-Resonated 3" Exhaust
Custom Catless 3" Downpipe
Custom Shark Tune
Stainless Steel Brake lines
Eurosport Tuning Front Strut Bar
Custom Rear Upper Stabilizer Bar
Honda Pilot Endlinks
Damond Torque Mount
Greddy RS type BOV
Fumoto Oil Drain Valve
Porsche 70mm Throttle Body
(see more info here)
Hotchkis RSB Brackets
Mishimoto Aluminum Coolant Reservoir
Volvo 320mm Front Brakes
TheBelgian 320mm Rear Brakes
(see more info here)
KYB Adjustable Shocks
Clutch Shock Load Limiter Delete
(see more info here)
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You did not still Carrera's car name :eek: . . . ha ha :D
Mileage?
That was Belle too? Hmm...

In a few months, you'll understand why her name is going to be Belle. Something along the the lines of Blue Bell... ;)

93k miles. No mods installed until 60k, and the timing belt has just been replaced. So it's an excellent starting ground.

I know I didn't build this car up from stock, but you have to give me some credit since I installed most of these parts on the S40 already. ;)
Pics? Too lazy to sign up for C30 Crew. :D
Don't worry, I figure a lot of SwedeSpeeders won't want to sign up for Crew, so I'll post duplicates of everything on both forums.

I don't have any good pictures yet, just what's from the listing and I don't want to share those... I'll get some pics tomorrow though :D
Just landed in Trenton, now to get to the car. :D
I can't believe its been 25 hours since you landed and no pictures!
Sorry! Once I get home I'll upload a few :)
No, mostly stock cosmetically.
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The Journey to Belle

6AM flight, sunrise over Virginia.



Wendy picked me up in Trenton, NJ. After some fun adventures in Beacon, NY, we headed up to Oswego to meet MadderMax and exchanged a piece of paper that represented money for a piece of paper that represents ownership of a C30.

After years of waiting / searching, I'm finally in my dream car :D Previously owned by MadderMAX, this is starting off as a near clone of my old S40, but I will be adding to that list very quickly.

Lake Ontario in the background:


Spent last night with a couple other C30s, then came back to Atlanta today.



...And now the true fun begins :)
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Wasting no time, let the mods begin!

Swapped over the super bright Cree LED reverse bulbs from my S40. I need to order new LED bulbs for the license plate lights, anyone know which size they are off the top of their head? I could always measure or dig up the LED thread, but it never hurts to ask.



LED H11 Fog bulbs, 6000K, and regulated LED city lights.



Swapped over the brushed aluminum foot rest; so happy to finally have 3 pedals.



Just an FYI, I cannot clear coke cans.



Went to show my parents the new car...
Mom: "Whoa this is low! Are you going to try to fix that?"
Me: "Yes, it needs moar low!!!!"
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Happy to see you finally got your C30! Can you post a link for those LED taillights? Thanks:)
Factory tail lights, just LED reverse bulbs. I'll post a link once I'm not on my phone.
congrats! killer color combo
Thanks! But it's too common and is going to change.
Looks amazing link for the bulbs plzzzzz?
Which bulbs?

i appreciate the fact that you still have the genes for a Volvo. tell me about this c30 in comparison with your ex s40. pros and cons. and also, what coilover settings is that? i'd like to get my s40 so low. keep up the good work Michael, i like the mods already:D
This car has an upgraded inlet manifold, focus RS cams, and coilovers. Everything else is the same as my S40 had.

It's an M66 and it's much lighter than the S40, so it's a lot faster off the line and through the turns. The cams make a huge difference above 2800 RPM, but 6 gears also help a lot. Not to mention no torque limiter.

These are H&R coilovers. Great stance, but I want to roll the fenders and lower her a bit more.
Are you going to a K16 turbo? It seems you already have the perfect set-up for it.
Once all the bugs are worked out with the tunes, I will.

The previous owner was planning on a K16, the only thing this car is missing is the turbo itself.
The last dyno showed 254hp/332tq at the wheels, but that was before the cams. If/when I go K16, I'll be relatively conservative. I'd like to see over 300whp, which is very realistic. Fastest P1 Volvo in the Western Hemisphere would be a fun title, but many risks.

Though, I'm pretty sure this is one of the fastest K04 P1s in the world right now. The numbers are pretty impressive.
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Here are the LED reverse bulbs that I have, but being e-bay, I can't guarantee that the seller is selling the exact same bulbs (it's been a few months).
http://www.ebay.com/itm/2x-1156-BA1...t-Lamp-Bulb-/360850330243?hash=item54045b1283

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Installed my Redline Goods steering wheel:





Also installed the factory sunglasses holder:

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Testing out the Midirs, I think they're going to stay. Not many classic C30s still running on Midirs.

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You mean we're the only ones running midirs
You're the only other classic C30 I've recently seen with them on.
You need to get some OEM style wheels that will fit a meaty tire in there... You got all the horsepowers!!
Get some solid 9" wide wheels and you'll be set :). Come on i know you want too lol
I'll snatch up the first set of 8" wide Midirs that I can find. Really tempted to pull the trigger on some Forgestar F14s 18x8.5, but I love the factory 5 spokes.

It's also dependent on the color... The Midirs may look great or they may completely clash in a few weeks.
My Belle approves of your Belle. :)

If it were any other member using the name Belle might've run them over, but I know you'll do the name proud. ;)

A dear old friend of mine that has (had? Think she sold it) a Polestar C30 had thought about a name along the lines of Blue Belle, but she went with Elsa.

I'll have to keep an eye on SS a bit more, nice to see you keeping the Volvo passion alive.
Thanks for the kind words. Great to see you're still around! Has the S40 been getting any love lately?
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Stealth Turn Signal Bulbs

Stealth turn signal bulbs, front and rear.



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JN2k108's rubber floor mats. Used, but they'll do the job perfectly fine. :)



Another little touch of "home."



Rear wiper delete for $3. I used a large flat top carriage bolt, some rubber washers, and a nut on the back. Water is never seeping through this thing! I wrapped the bolt in gloss black vinyl, so it blends in with the tinted glass fairly well.

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Nice! I'm glad you have some use for them. I should meet up with you one day to do an auto x lol.
You should, but first you need to come down to Atlanta. ;)
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Disconnected the backseat power socket for a plug 'n play splitter mounted behind the steering column cover panel.



Permanent GPS mount. This does not effect center speaker sound quality, it may effect the acoustics, but nothing the human ear would detect.



Rear view mirror radar detector mount.



No wires dangling through the cabin, just the way I like it.



Also swapped out the Ultra racing strut bar for my EST bar and the chrome Injen pipe for my black Injen pipe.



The interior is almost up to par with my S40. :D
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