To properly install the pump you need to hang it by the two studs and lightly tightened nuts, then you need to force it against the cylinder head and install the bolts. Doing it like in the video (angling it in) will *always* end up with a leaky top gasket.
Well, that explains why I had to reset the pump the first time 😂 Also, For anyone else reading this: To test the pump for leaks, the pulley and belts must be attached, otherwise the pump won't....pump. I got the order wrong in the video....Carry on, folks.
@@LongbowMedia It's always good to also check the coolant pipe for any corrosion and if required to address that before installing the new gasket and pump. Without that being done you could end up with a leak there, too. Many also coat the new paper gasket with a sealant to help prevent any leaks from the cheap gaskets provided with many aftermarket water pumps.
@@LongbowMediaYou can also make cheap tool from piece of metal and 5 bolts and spin the water pump with a impact wrench without engine being on and belts in place
When you say reset the tension on the alternator belts with a tension screw and set screw, what exactly does that mean? I am fairly new to cars and just need a bit more clearing up on that before I go ahead and do this. thanks
@@rallipete Really good. My dad helped me repaint the whole car the factory teal color. Also, I found a set of Turbo 240 wheels for $200, so we fixed them and painted them a sparkling silver color. New fuel pump and other tune up stuff is all done as well.
Well detailed and informational video. When checking for leaks after filling with coolant, I believe the belts should be installed so that the pump is actually moving coolant.
Dear Longbow media, Just can't thank you enough for your brilliant, well documented and photographed tutorial. Will do the job on my 88 240. Do you recommend using ultra blue gasket maker to both sides of water pump gasket? In appreciation for your video, All the best and blessings from New Rochelle N.Y. Bruce the swimmer
Do you know places to find replacement plastic parts for the interior? many of mine have broken and am looking for a way to find new one but it seems to be very scarce
Hi, I see you use yellow coolant liquid. I currently use the blue coolant (in the last 22 yrs :-) ). Am I wrong? can I cause any damage? Any advantage in using the yellow one? thanks
I am actually using Prestone Green Universal Antifreeze. (The camera's white-balance might have been slightly off, giving it a yellow-tint) The Volvo Green Book specifies Phosphate-Free Green or Blue Coolant.
Hi, I’m wondering what the rod on top is for, which you can see at the end of the video. It connects the bulkhead and the engine compartement. Does it stabilize the engine compartement or something? And does it have a specific name? We can’t find the part on the internet :)
I'm assuming you are referencing the strut tower and firewall braces? If so, mine are made by Wagonmeister in CA. Here's the video i made showing installation: th-cam.com/video/bkczWvoabI8/w-d-xo.html They help stiffen/stabilize the front end.
Well detailed and informational video. When checking for leaks after filling with coolant, I believe the belts should be installed so that the pump is actually moving coolant.
To properly install the pump you need to hang it by the two studs and lightly tightened nuts, then you need to force it against the cylinder head and install the bolts. Doing it like in the video (angling it in) will *always* end up with a leaky top gasket.
Well, that explains why I had to reset the pump the first time 😂
Also, For anyone else reading this: To test the pump for leaks, the pulley and belts must be attached, otherwise the pump won't....pump.
I got the order wrong in the video....Carry on, folks.
@@LongbowMedia It's always good to also check the coolant pipe for any corrosion and if required to address that before installing the new gasket and pump. Without that being done you could end up with a leak there, too. Many also coat the new paper gasket with a sealant to help prevent any leaks from the cheap gaskets provided with many aftermarket water pumps.
@@LongbowMediaYou can also make cheap tool from piece of metal and 5 bolts and spin the water pump with a impact wrench without engine being on and belts in place
“Let the coolant flow into any available container”
Ground - “am I a joke to you?”
😂😂😂😂😂
When you say reset the tension on the alternator belts with a tension screw and set screw, what exactly does that mean? I am fairly new to cars and just need a bit more clearing up on that before I go ahead and do this. thanks
I'm very happy I found this channel, you do an awesome job with video flow. I JUST bought my first 240 today!
Update: I found out what overdrive is and how to turn it off/on.
Thanks, welcome to the Volvo 240 community!
How's the car been treating you after a year?
@@rallipete Really good. My dad helped me repaint the whole car the factory teal color. Also, I found a set of Turbo 240 wheels for $200, so we fixed them and painted them a sparkling silver color. New fuel pump and other tune up stuff is all done as well.
@@magicmitch5000 Sounds awesome
Well detailed and informational video. When checking for leaks after filling with coolant, I believe the belts should be installed so that the pump is actually moving coolant.
You are right, the belts will need to be installed to run the pump to check for leaks.
Dear Longbow media,
Just can't thank you enough for your brilliant, well documented and photographed tutorial. Will do the job on my 88 240.
Do you recommend using ultra blue gasket maker to both sides of water pump gasket? In appreciation for your video, All the best and blessings from New Rochelle N.Y. Bruce the swimmer
Glad to be of service! :-)
I think I've seen some folks use gasket maker for the pumps, can anyone attest to this?
great video! super helpful!
Do you know places to find replacement plastic parts for the interior? many of mine have broken and am looking for a way to find new one but it seems to be very scarce
The folks at VP Auto Parts are pretty good at sourcing scarce parts. Craigslist and Ebay are also good for trying to find NOS parts over time.
Wagonmeister also has some interior plastics for 240s, don't remember what all he has off the top of my head
Hi, I see you use yellow coolant liquid. I currently use the blue coolant (in the last 22 yrs :-) ). Am I wrong? can I cause any damage? Any advantage in using the yellow one? thanks
I am actually using Prestone Green Universal Antifreeze. (The camera's white-balance might have been slightly off, giving it a yellow-tint) The Volvo Green Book specifies Phosphate-Free Green or Blue Coolant.
alright i like the video progression of difficulty. now next video should be how to swap from auto to manual transmission. pls and ty
The AW70 in my 1990 240 is running fine, so I probably won't be doing a transmission swap anytime soon.
@@LongbowMedia If it ain't broke don't fix it! ;)
Thank your Longbow for these videos. Do you know if process is similar on b230K engine?
I haven't seen a B230K, so I'm not sure, sorry.
Hi, I’m wondering what the rod on top is for, which you can see at the end of the video. It connects the bulkhead and the engine compartement. Does it stabilize the engine compartement or something? And does it have a specific name? We can’t find the part on the internet :)
I'm assuming you are referencing the strut tower and firewall braces?
If so, mine are made by Wagonmeister in CA. Here's the video i made showing installation: th-cam.com/video/bkczWvoabI8/w-d-xo.html
They help stiffen/stabilize the front end.
@@LongbowMedia Thank you!!!
The water line shown running to the back of the engine won’t come loose!
The video ignores this detail.
Can you explain?
Was the video editor drunk when he did this video?
Probably on the verge of a cardiac arrest due to way too much caffeine and way too little sleep.
You left out the nut on the back.
Isn't that at 2:06?
@@LongbowMedia not really. that's the installation part. This nut should be talked about. Especially during removal.
@@Animal901 Ah, gotcha. You're right, that would've been a good moment to mention it.
Well detailed and informational video. When checking for leaks after filling with coolant, I believe the belts should be installed so that the pump is actually moving coolant.
Thanks, and yes, you are correct.