V70 R AWD owners

Cyphos · Apr 25, 2002

Hi,I was just wondering, how many of you guys got 2000 R AWD? I'd love to see pictures of your car and hear what you have done to it. Especially TravelingIncognito, I'd love to see your car. You can see my R by clicking my signature

S.R. · Apr 25, 2002

OMG! Your 'R' is totally bad-ass looking! Kudo's & Congrats! <IMG SRC="http://www.swedespeed.com/ubb/biggrin.gif">-Drew

TravelingIncognito · Apr 25, 2002

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Originally posted by Cyphos: Hi,I was just wondering, how many of you guys got 2000 R AWD? I'd love to see pictures of your car and hear what you have done to it. Especially TravelingIncognito, I'd love to see your car. You can see my R by clicking my signatureCyphos Great R! I am waiting for my Titans to arrive and then I will also tint (nice looking job...what % did you do on rear and front windows???) I will post pics when car is done...My silver R has roof rails the black does not. Again...nice wagon Jim <HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

Cyphos · Apr 26, 2002

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Originally posted by TravelingIncognito: Great R! I am waiting for my Titans to arrive and then I will also tint (nice looking job...what % did you do on rear and front windows???) I will post pics when car is done...My silver R has roof rails the black does not. Again...nice wagon Jim<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>Hi Jim,well you're not allowed to tint your front windows where I come from so there's no tint... <IMG SRC="http://www.swedespeed.com/ubb/rolleyes.gif">But, if I could tint my windows, I'd do it this way: 3M with 50% in the front, 35% in the rear passenger windows and finally 20% in the three rear windows... <IMG SRC="http://www.swedespeed.com/ubb/wink.gif">And Drew, thanks! I spent 2,5 years to find myself a V70R that I liked and I've got to say, this baby's got it all... <IMG SRC="http://www.swedespeed.com/ubb/smile.gif">

deleonl1 · Apr 26, 2002

I'm just a lowly 1998 V70R owner...sorry I don't have a 2000. <IMG SRC="http://www.swedespeed.com/ubb/smile.gif"> I definitely need to take some pics of my car....just installed IPD springs, 20% tint front, 50% tint everything else, no roof rails, no rear spoiler.....just plain old fun!!!Cyphos, your R is looking pretty fine!!! I love those Titans. I would love to get them, but I think I'd trash them here in the DC area.

VolvoAddict · Apr 26, 2002

Awesome car man...I wish I could afford something like that, but for the time being, my 850R will do <IMG SRC="http://www.swedespeed.com/ubb/wink.gif">

2000V70R · Apr 28, 2002

Here is a pic of my 2000 V70R. Not the best picture, but good enough to give you a sense for the car. The car is stock at this point. Am hunting for an extra set of "R" wheels if anyone knows of some at a good price. <IMG SRC="http://www.olympicwebdesign.com/images/volvo1.jpg">

Simon Linton · Apr 28, 2002

That's a lovely R Cyphos, but why have you included the Volvo factory-fitted caravan?Such a pity - but at least you can overtake 2CVs.(And I know you're going to tell me you can top 100mph with the van on the back; tsk, tsk...)

Cyphos · Apr 28, 2002

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Originally posted by Simon Linton: That's a lovely R Cyphos, but why have you included the Volvo factory-fitted caravan?Such a pity - but at least you can overtake 2CVs.(And I know you're going to tell me you can top 100mph with the van on the back; tsk, tsk...)<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>Hi Simon,if you're implying that I'd drag that van (size of a whale <IMG SRC="http://www.swedespeed.com/ubb/biggrin.gif">) behind me, you're wrong... It belongs to a friend of mine. Here's another pic of my car and if you'd like to see TME catback, check it out. It's the same one iPD's selling, right? <A HREF="http://www.atkoy.com/images/VolvoV70RAWD/Volvo_V70R_AWD_rear.jpg" TARGET=_blank>http://www.atkoy.com/images/VolvoV70RAWD/Volvo_V70R_AWD_rear.jpg</A> BTW, has anyone of you had any problems with your tranny? I'm getting pretty rough shifting. I really hope that it has only adapted to my "sporty" way of driving <IMG SRC="http://www.swedespeed.com/ubb/wink.gif">

TravelingIncognito · Apr 28, 2002

Originally posted by Cyphos: Cyphos Re the tranny....doesn't sound good. I have 2 2000R both are a little clunky shifting down into second at times if the revs and pedal are just so....My black R which was TME ECU and exhaust upgraded (I purchased this one used w/ 28K) LOST the tranny at 30K...I did some research and spoke to several people about it...At any rate my local dealer was instructed by Volvo to send the tranny back so we are not sure what happened The tranny was replaced N/C under warranty. Is you car under warrnaty? Regardless keep terack of mileage and dates regarding your observations and C.Y.A.!!! I am leary about this problem...as they went from 4sp to 5sp in 2000 and added some juice. READ COVERUP!!! Jim[This message has been edited by TravelingIncognito (edited 04-28-2002).]

Cyphos · Apr 28, 2002

Jim,I started to worry about my tranny when shifting from 2nd to 3rd under half throttle didn't happen as I would have expected. Between shifting the rpm's rose about 300-400 before the 3rd gear took in. You know, like when you're driving a stick and don't depress the gas pedal while using the clutch. This has happened for three times.I took the car to the dealer and they updated the TCM program. Cost me another 90 bucks... <IMG SRC="http://www.swedespeed.com/ubb/frown.gif"> After that the tranny of course didn't remember me and the shifting was so soft. And slow. And now it's back the way it was, no weird shifts from 2nd to 3rd though, just rough shifting.I drove a 92 Vette last week and I have to say that the shifting was better than my Volvo's. In a car almost ten years older than mine.What if you drive using only up to the 4th gear? Is it like mine; 1st-2nd-3rd-4th-revs drop, almost 5th gear-4th? This can't be right <IMG SRC="http://www.swedespeed.com/ubb/confused.gif">

TravelingIncognito · Apr 29, 2002

Cyphos What do you mean when you say rough? The replacement tranny still is a little clunky around 2-3 shift. Other than that it is quite smooth. When I started to experience problems it was the 2-3 upshift and a couple of times the revs went nuts during heavy pedal passing maneuver...the tranny just seemed to disengage causing the revs to jump to near redline quickly. I took the gas off nad the car shifted. All this happened several times and then the car went into "limp home" mode. There was litlle warning of impending doom. So far so good on the new tranny but I am leasry about it! Fortunately I have an extended warranty to 100K and while I would like trouble free driving I will not alter my lead foot style...this is an R! If I have trouble Volvo will fix it under warranty. Tell me more about the "rough" shifts. I went through the latest tranny cu update after the trouble but the fluid was full of metal Jim

Simon Linton · Apr 29, 2002

Incognito, if your autobox is "declutching" under high revs I'd get it sorted pronto - that sort of thing can kill you in an overtaking manoeuvre.You've changed the ATF so that's not the problem; it sounds like either an electrical glitch in the selector (PNP switch?) or something more serious.

TravelingIncognito · Apr 30, 2002

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Originally posted by Simon Linton: Incognito, if your autobox is "declutching" under high revs I'd get it sorted pronto - that sort of thing can kill you in an overtaking manoeuvre.You've changed the ATF so that's not the problem; it sounds like either an electrical glitch in the selector (PNP switch?) or something more serious.<HR></BLOCKQUOTE> Simon read my post again...I didn't replace ATF I replaced AT!!...You are exactly right...definitely more serious indeed! The passing maneuver in question was a downhill 2 lane onramp merging into one lane...lucky to avoid real trouble but I was stranded just outside perhaps the worst housing project in America for two hours waiting for OnCall to arrive. The driver said that the shift circuit you mentioned was a fairly common occurence and I hoped for the best. The dealer found significant metal in the fluid and shipped the tranny off to Volvo and promptly dropped in a new tranny. So far so good...trounced on a riced up Honda last night, pulled away briskly til the 120 mph tight sweeper got the best of my worn front TYRES!! Note to Self...get new tyres preferably 17's with a little grip before you try this again! Thanks Simon Jim[This message has been edited by TravelingIncognito (edited 04-29-2002).]

Kai · May 1, 2002

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Originally posted by TravelingIncognito: So far so good...trounced on a riced up Honda last night, pulled away briskly til the 120 mph tight sweeper got the best of my worn front TYRES!! <HR></BLOCKQUOTE>Wow...I'm shocked you didn't get roast for talking about going 120 mph while I was commented by others that I was trying to make a 'REAL' sport car outta the C70. Yeah, kinda sucks, doesn't it? Have others judge what you do and put on the spot light? Well, I'm sure not in the mood to start a whole flame war regarding to how I was bashed b/c I spend my own hard-earned money on my car, and all I got was some sour grape reply from fellow Volvo owners.But yeah...bragging about driving at speed of 120 mph on public road isn't exactly going to be too welcome since few guys were a bit jumpy on the other thread.Yup, you might not meant to brag about doing 120 mph on public roads, I wouldn't know. And I'm sure you wouldn't know why I've done what I have done to the C70. <IMG SRC="http://www.swedespeed.com/ubb/smile.gif"> Now...I do feel much better to get that outta my chest. Good luck with your car...[This message has been edited by The_one_n_only (edited 04-30-2002).]

TravelingIncognito · May 1, 2002

Kai Talk about Sour Grapes!!!! Who said it was a public road? Maybe I spent MY hard earned money on a racetrack! I believe the Site is called Swede....SPEED! Jim

Johann · May 1, 2002

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Originally posted by TravelingIncognito: Kai Talk about Sour Grapes!!!! Who said it was a public road? Maybe I spent MY hard earned money on a racetrack! I believe the Site is called Swede....SPEED! Jim<HR></BLOCKQUOTE> Always take the car to the track!! No speeding on public roads!!Naughty, Naughty! <IMG SRC="http://www.swedespeed.com/ubb/biggrin.gif"> <IMG SRC="http://www.swedespeed.com/ubb/biggrin.gif"><A HREF="http://homepage.mac.com/jdijkstra/iMovieTheater4.html" TARGET=_blank>Trackfun!</A>

Kai · May 1, 2002

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Originally posted by TravelingIncognito: Kai Talk about Sour Grapes!!!! Who said it was a public road? Maybe I spent MY hard earned money on a racetrack! I believe the Site is called Swede....SPEED! Jim<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>Pretty annoying isn't it? Sucks to taste your own medicine? Don't like how others get all judgmental and make assumptions and think they know you?No, I know you are smart and courteous enough to do that kinda stunt on a track.Sour grape? Yeah, I know how some people can be when they cannot achieve what others have. Oh..wait, you're trying to say that I'm being sour grape b/c I'm missing out the almighty MY 2000 V70R? Nah, not a chance; especially seeing what kinda people are behind the wheel of the R, already turned me off.Jim, I think you are reading too much into the name Swedespeed. I can assure you they didn't have this web site up to promote people driving at excessive speed of 120 mph public roads or tracks. You'd probably need to read the introduction and other sections to understand what this site is all about.Notice that we don't have a 'Racing story' or the so-called 'Kills'?Yes, I would guess you were driving on the track with that speed...kinda scary that some people would do just want to flex some muscle to show a Honda what he can do. <IMG SRC="http://www.swedespeed.com/ubb/frown.gif">

Cyphos · May 6, 2002

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Originally posted by TravelingIncognito: Cyphos What do you mean when you say rough? Tell me more about the "rough" shifts. Jim<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>Well, I'm not sure how to put in words... The car jerks when it shifts... Especially when driving slow.I think that I'm gonna need a new tranny... If I remember right, a manual tranny was offered in R AWD (97 or 98?) Is it possible to mount it in a 2000 R? Using brand new Volvo parts, of course. The other option is that I'm going to get another kind of a torque converter with the new auto tranny, please read below: <BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>From TME.se:There's one problem with the AWD R automatic. The low stall speed with the factory torque converter does not work well together with the maximum torque performance upgrade used for the FWD models. It's causing to much slip in the transmission and with to much added low rpm engine torque, it will overheat with expensive repairs as a result. For heavy duty work, the solution is to replace the torque converter with a unit that has a higher stall speed.<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>Where can I get one??? What do you think??

TravelingIncognito · May 6, 2002

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Originally posted by Cyphos: Where can I get one??? What do you think?? Cyphos Sounds similar to my experience with the R...actually both of my R's are a little rough but only in or around 2-3 shift (up OR down). I would suggest talking to Scott Hart at ipd as he has experience working with TME and the R models. The V70 R was never available in the States in manual form. Take the car to your dealer and demand some answers...also take time to document yourself the problems and get the dealer to document your exact complaints on a service form for your own protection. You do not want to have an expensive repair esp if you are going out of pocket. Jim<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

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