Fixing The AWD On My Volvo V70R Cost Me THOUSANDS Of Dollars!
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 22 มี.ค. 2022
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Oh Volvo... You always keep me on my toes.
My plan was to diagnose and fix the all-wheel drive system on my manual Volvo V70R, and in the process, something else broke... Of course!
Luckily, the issue gave us the opportunity to go visit @euroasianbob9268 and he had just the solution we needed!
Shoutout to Eddy's Volvo in Wichita for doing great work on my wagon! Haldex AWD systems are no joke!
Thanks for watching!
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The perseverance to get this car sorted is genuinely impressive. Love the content!
It's a labor of love. Nice name!
@@ElliottAlvis Thank you! Same to you!
The love/hate relationship we have with European--especially older--ones! 🤔
Once you own a sorted one, you tend to want to keep it that way.
EXPENSIVE too.
Elliott's back, and he's as silly and relatable as ever! This episode went places, and I'm glad the Volvo ended up better in the end than at the start!
Thanks Bunker! Good to be back.
EuroAsian Bob to the Rescue
EuroAsian Bob rules!
The sponsor segway was soo smooth that Rich Rebuilds will hire you to do his segways now , but killer .BTW congratulations on the Keeps Sponsorship
Haha, thanks! Let's hope the sponsor liked it as well 😂
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@@ElliottAlvis I'm sure they will like it
@@andrewthomason3857 thank you for letting me know the correct spelling of the word, I this is the first time I am using the word in a sentence , I felt wierd too when I typed it first it sounded like rhe the 2 wheel bike things.
Welcome back Elliott I've missed your videos.
Thanks Douglas! It's good to be back.
That... That keeps advert..... It was beautiful......
My goal is to make it watchable! lol
The Keeps commercial was BRILLIANT! I LOVED IT! LOL
Haha, thanks! 🤠
I done the AWD angle gear on my XC70 and vowed NEVER AGAIN. Totally seized onto the box and needed to cut slices into it and use a puller, great work tho Elliott
Ah, that sounds like a nightmare! Glad you got it done though!
I thought that was pretty much standard procedure. I had to do that too.
Fyi you should clean the fuel filtering connectors, reattach then wrap the connectors with silicone electrical tape as shown in VIDA
Thanks! That's a good tip!
I’ve heard of wrapping them to keep the buttons clean. But unsure how to clean them besides the gas when disconnected. I’ll wrap mine in silicon self cling tape after spritz of water with a spray bottle
Hey Mr Motary Notary, it's great to have you back & to see the continuing trials & tribulations with the Volvo!!! Thanks buddy for braving the cold weather- sharing this video!!! 👍👍🙂
Thanks Christopher! Always love seeing you in the comments.
@@ElliottAlvis you're welcome 😁
Great to see back Elliot. I hope everything is going well for you.
Thanks Mark! Trying to get back on track 👍
Bro, where have you been...glad to see you after a while
Had some personal issues to deal with, but I should be back now!
Glad to see you back.
Thank you!
"Gotta get my big boy coat on.." Puts on the coat he wore in high school. Nice to see you back, Elliott!
Ha! You noticed too!!!
@@jake05sti Yes!! Hey Jacob, think it is up to you and me to make fun of him, right?
Thanks guys 🙄😂
I hate it when my fragile little shaft strips :(
😂
It's been so long, missed you big fella, Rj in Oz
Thanks Rj!
Your uncle is my kinda guy. His sense of humor exactly compliments your delivery style.
He rules!
@@ElliottAlvis He also seems to have accidentally become your mentor on learning the deeper depths of DIY repair. Retain that knowledge and connection. Until I started a 24 Hours of Lemons race team I was 98% self taught. Now I have multiple folks that know more than me and two with much more experience to learn from.
A good set of tires, even All Seasons, would have gotten through that 3in of fluff that you had.
Oh believe me, these are brand new tires with less than 1,000 miles on them. The video didn't do it justice, but the car was more or less high-centered on the snow. It was simply too deep to get out of in many places.
@@ElliottAlvis I thought the volvo had more ground clearance than that. Looks like it has enough. You should drive up north to minnesnowta, lots of potential for practice, and more slides.
You gotta start calling your uncle "Uncle -whatever his name is-" It's always great to see Uncle "whatever his name is" in your videos, seems like a real nice guy.
Uncle Glen!
@@ElliottAlvis Please just call him Uncle Glen, I think we can all agree that he's great!
I am happy to see you back!
Thanks Jim!
I love the good old yank on the spaceball gearstick when you make sure it is in neutral xD
Habit! It's just way noisier with the spaceball lol
Glad the Volvo ended up well, and can’t wait to see what’s next!
Thanks Caleb!
Happy to help Elliott! Keep up the good work!
Thanks Bob! Couldn’t have done it without you!
Thank you for helping Elliott get this money pit and thank you for helping the money pit just be a little smaller 🙂
Glad to see you back, missed you. That keeps Ad was the best I've ever seen, way to go.
Thanks Jeffrey!
Begging the Maserati to break at the end...."don't make me drive you next!!" Haha. Glad you're back Elliott and keep making sure your Uncle knows how cool he is!!
Haha, thanks! I'll pass that on to my uncle.
Its the collar sleeve... Its not that bad..
Glad to see your Volvo finally works👌
Thanks! For now! 😂
I was so excited to see this video! I just love watching the progress on the Volvo! What an adventure!! Thanks for giving us so much entertainment Mr. Motory Notary!! Keep it coming!!!
Thanks Michael! I always appreciate your positivity!
Today in the UK its been a very sunny dry day. I pray to get snow so i can take my 2006 V70R out in it. However i have my own issues. After a long drive i got my fuel gauge down to under a 1/4 tank. When i went uphill the 70R cut out. I have fuel pump/pressure sensor issues. Rain, snow or sun they always give you grief. But i still love it.
I'm hoping you get to have some fun in the snow soon!
the 4 wheel drive repair was very good value I was expecting 3 to 4k
It certainly could've been that much. Very worth not doing it myself in this case lol
@@ElliottAlvis I was waiting for you to do the repair and when you where testing the fix afterwards I was expecting you to break it again!
My dealer specialises in bend-over pricing.
Feel your pain with the Volvo. I have an 08 s40 t5 AWD auto,. 164k miles now, when I got the car four years ago it had 119k. I had the driveshaft/propshaft removed over a year ago, it was making a terrible vibration. Still have it, hoping to put it back in eventually. I put 3k into the car in the past few months, front lower control arms, alternator, rear wheel bearings, and front brakes. Car drives nice now! guess what? A few weeks after the repairs I might have transmission issues now. It's at a transmission shop being looked at now. Just add that to the list of things needing work. Climate control issues, needs an ac compressor, the headliner is falling... As a young and dumb college student it's a good thing I love the car. Keeping it on the road till the transmission explodes.
I love following your progress with your Volvo!
Oh man, sounds like you have your hands full with that car. I am convinced no 2001-2011 Volvo is on the road that doesn't have a massive amount of issues 😂
@@ElliottAlvis, I believe that is right! I could go on and on with stories and annoying repairs in the past 4 years. Good update today, what I thought was a symptom of my transmission failing it might just be a fuel issue. Since no lights were on the dash I didn't think it was motor related. Codes for fuel pressure sensor (which I replaced OEM from FCP euro last year, as a preventative.) and a rear knock sensor. Now to go figure out what is causing that.
@@ElliottAlvis As with every car make and model - if You don't maintain the vehicle regularly, it will start falling apart on You as everything wears out. Not saying that maintaining Volvos is cheap. But as we have 3 Volvos from 2002 - 2012, I can tell You that they don't have a massive amount of issues.
Of course we have replaced all the suspension, brakes, clutch, some sensors, etc. But that is to be expected on a 10-20 year old car. If You buy one that has not been looked after and repaired when needed then You just have to do 15 years worth of maintenance all at once...
Preventative maintenance is the key to keep any car going. Most people have no idea what that term even means.
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Sooooo glad you’re back, Elliott! And your video was as engaging and funny as always. Looks like the Volvo has become quite the “snow cat…” lol I especially enjoyed your ad for Keeps! So clever, entertaining and just plain hilarious! Keep up the great work!
Thanks mom!
@@ElliottAlvis that's so adorable!
Glad to hear from you!
"all the brake rotors are warped"
Oof I feel that ... Such a relief when you do swap to new brakes and rotors and those vibrations go away immediately.
I dont dare to show any of your Volvo videos to my V70. Its been flawless without a single hitch. I don´t want it to know it could be a hooptie too.
You lucky dog. Count your blessings! 😂. Thanks for watching.
It blew it’s intercooler not a week later. 😄
That music in the snow was hilarious😂😂😂
Haha, thanks!
Glad you are back. Great stuff. The Keeps piece was great.
This video is a great example of what its like to own a V70R. Im currently about to build mine a new engine. 🤙
Oh man, best of luck! These cars are a labor of love.
@@ElliottAlvis oh yes they are. One day ill be that guy who drove his volvo for 30 years. 🤣
Great to see you back!
Thanks Greg! Good to be back!
That was fun (for us!) Was excited to see you back with a new video. That is a ugly fuel filter setup. I always like the older Saab setup that used banjo fittings on each side. As long as the washers were in place, it never leaked. Paint the hood? Nah...go carbon fibre. Because if you treat a Swedish car like a princess, you might get a couple weeks of trouble-free operation.....might.
Banjo bolts are definitely better than those snap in place connectors. I absolutely hate those damned things. Especially the Ford version. When they are fairly new they aren’t bad. When they’ve gone 150k or more miles and they are coated in road grime and have been through one too many Midwest winters, they become a true pain in the ass to get released. I have a 2001 Explorer and when I replaced the pump and the filter I spent 10 or so minutes trying to remove one before I said to hell with it and cut them. I Used fuel hose and clamps to make the connections. 3 years later and they’re still working. Sorry for the long rambling response, those connectors really tick me off. Have a great day!
I try to be nice to this car. One day it'll give back to me 😂
Well the hood is aluminum so no one currently makes a carbon fiber hood as there is very little weight savings over the aluminum hood. I can carry my s80 hood by two fingers on the latch. (I swap hoods every summer for one I cut vents into) I can even install it by myself. They had a couple group buys for carbon hoods many years ago for the s60 and v70 but nothing currently as far as I know.
Good to see you back. One day you will have a mostly working Volvo, you just need to continue with the new car one part at a time plan ;-)
Thanks Douglas!
Hey Elliott, nice to see u back, thanks for the Volvo content like always u fix one thing then something else goes 😆!!
Exactly like a cartoon dam!
Ayy Elliot's back, we were about to send out a search party (who may or may not have been equipped with pizza) 😅
I like pizza!
Welcome back - glad to see you! Hope all is well now in the family.
Great to see you back Elliot! I was missing your content, I’m glad everything worked out with your Volvo
Thanks Emilio!
Good to see you back I’ve been missing your videos
Thanks Grant! I should be back to a normal schedule now.
Good to see back bro, best of luck! Thank you for saving these cars
Thanks Deni! I appreciate you watching!
Yes! He is back! 😀😀
Really good to see you back, man.
Thanks! Good to be back! 🤠
Hi Elliott. I thought I'd follow up on my adventure. My RWD Volvo with the straight 6 (related to your 5 cylinder engine) with 300,000 miles was blowing blue smoke after idling. I diagnosed valve seals. I had them replaced (the mechanic was able to replace them without removing the head)j and it cured the blue smoke problem completely. I wish you well in your adventure. Paul N.
Hey Paul! Thanks for the update, that’s great!
Great to see the monster back in action! Keep punching Volvo!!
great as always !
Thanks Bennjy!
Glad to see you back and dealing with that Volvo
Your Uncle has been a real Blessing for you!! You need to take him for a night on the town!!
I love the fact this Volvo is getting the love it deserves. What a beautiful machine. Can't wait until you fix that hood up!
It'll get painted, I'm just waiting for the mechanical issues to be fully "done" lol
The Volvo had a blast today playing in the snow. Thank you!
Lucky! haha
Had a similar experience with my wife’s 07 XC90 V8 Sport. Steering clock-spring and fuel pressure regulator were the recent joys to fix. Keep up the content
We had an '05 XC90 with the V8. We loved that car, but boy was it problematic.
@@Wheelman1966 Yes I heard they were for sure. They say that 07’s got a little bit better, fingers crossed.
Congratulations on the sponsorship! Glad you’re back
Thanks Sock! It’s good to be back.
Great video sir👍🏻👍🏻
Thanks David!
Most Volvo fans would say you have approached the process a bit backwards. Could have consolidated so much into a single repair. When you do the brakes make sure you look at the whole of the suspension. Cheaper and easier as a full package replacement. ❤️Volvo!!
I love that you didn't give up on this car.
As someone who have fixed an Haldex on an XC90, I have loved the comedy part of the AWD failing in the snow. These things are so cheaply made, it's infuriating. If you think about it, AWD are bodged on these cars, more than designed.
And yeah, on the close to 1t more heavy XC90s, all the parts are the same, including the shaft that gets its splines ripped on way lighter cars. What could go wrong?
Anyway, you have a rare, powerfull and beautifull car here. The moment you start the engine, the sound of it should make it love it whatever might happen.
Great to see ya back Elliot!!!…..the cat shirts are back…..
They are back! 🐈
I’m happy to see you are back Elliott!!!
And that Volvo is great for your channel- Constant Material. I have been following along the entire time… Quite the car and I still love it!
Well thanks Wesley! I appreciate the support!
@@ElliottAlvis Your the best Elliott- You always Respond, it means a lot !
YAY!!!! You're back! Been missing your videos man!
Thanks Dave! It's good to be back.
I’m glad to see you taking care om the car. my clutch blew up the other day. i don’t have the money to fix it. So it’s heart warming to see you taking Care of it! keep upp the work big love!
Im currently struggeling with the exact same thing dude. Im cryyyinn
It's about time! The Volvo is fire.
You’re telling me! 😂
missed you, we welcome you back
Welcome back!!
Thanks Kyle!
Your uncle is awesome!!! I’d be at his shop all the time learning all about repairs. Looks like fun!
I was quoted 1200 ( labor included)..for a swapped out transaxle on my XC70...( reasonable)...but..I’m ok with having FWD only for now (on my 2006 XC70) & i just replaced my fuel filter 2 days ago.. my front clip refused to grab...(its longer so I used 2 hose clamps
Thats not a bad price! and I was about to go the hose clamp route myself if I wasn't able to find the little plastic retainer.
it'll be 2027 and you'll still be talking about, one day, getting the volvo running properly.
There’s a guy on Swedespeed who made an epic statement forever ago. “Perpetually chasing stage 0”
Man, I really hope its not that long 😂
@@ElliottAlvis Busy will keep you out of trouble.
Dude, your family is awesome........for putting up with you!
Haha, you're not wrong 😂
Happy to hear you mention FCP Euro, I just got a 2016 XC 70 and I've been buying parts from them.
yaaaay. Bob comes through again!
Welcome back and I feel like someone has been reading my journal! Hopefully we see more of the new Cowboy Elliot in the future.
Haha thanks John!
Welcome back!
awesome!
I wish I can put up the memes of “it’s been 84 years” lol. But great to have you back Elliott lol
Haha, thanks Vic!
Dear Sir !! Great Vlog !!........ Bless
That click was so satisfying!
It sure was!
Elliot's back with the volvo!
You earned a few man cards with that fuel line fix. Bravo!
Haha, thanks Rich!
This Volvo soap opera series is great, liked and subscribed.
I miss my 850R wagon. And are making me want to buy a V70R even more!
Your uncle is awesome man. He's the real star of this channel 😁
I agree! 😂
Good to see you back. Don't park the Volvo and Maserati too close together.... remember Ghost Buster's..... Don't cross the streams!
Really glad to have your videos back buddy hope all is well and glad you got the Volvo lined out everyone needs AWD and I do gotta ask what the hell with the keeps add lol that was HILARIOUS 😂
Thanks Julian! I wanted to make that the ad was as watchable as possible! lol
@@ElliottAlvis well is was watched for sure haha
You're doing better than me, Elliot. I'm in the process of getting a 'new' and shimmed block for mine. The pain ...
Oh no! I hope its better than ever when its done!
Elliott you’re back!!!
Yessir!
This is probably the first time I've watched an in-video ad. Great job.
Now that's a compliment! Thanks John.
Me too!
Oh man, you picked the most expensive way to fix this problem. Certainly doable by the enthusiast Volvo mechanic.
Dude, your uncle is so money. He’s the best. I love when he laughs at your jokes.
Couldn’t agree more! He rules.
My xc70 is currently fwd only, but it looks like its the Haldex pump as opposed to the splines.
A good test is to put it in gear or P, get underneath and try to turn the prop, if it wont turn then the splines are good.
I’v read the car with VIDA and its throwing up errors that point to the pump.
Fun and painful to watch you... thanks for putting out this update on your Volvo... guess I have a lot of issues to look forward to... 2006 V70R with 54k. It did just pass the glove test though...
Hey, at least you passed the glove test!
Doubt you'll run into as many issues. He bought it for 4k car sat for 3 years and it was never taken care of.
They all will need pcv service. Just matter of time. Least the p80 Didnt use that tiny hose with banjo bolt on the intake. Always clogs... I run water methanol and a 3/4 line from the oil trap box to a mishimoto catch can then back to the turbo inlet... Even still need to pull and clean the port on the block and oil trap once every couple years. Ive pulled my intake so many times i can do it with my eyes closed.
"Always something wrong with this car"..... I have two XC70's - one 2005 P2 and the other a 2008 P3 - both auto D5's (I live in the UK) - one @ 204K and the other @ 162K - both exceptionally reliable. They look like new inside and out and drive as such. In the last 10 years I've had one 140hp V70, two 170hp V70's (all autos) and one 163hp LP C70 manual. All very reliable. Last fall drove the 2005 XC to Isle of Skye, 1,000 mile round trip - averaged 62.8 mpg (UK) - 52.29 US mpg. Not a hiccup - two weeks ago the same with the 2008 - a week and 1,000 miles in Europe - mpg not as good - 35 US mpg - it's a Polestar D5..:) but again - not a hiccup.
I'm glad you've had such good luck with all of your Volvos! I know Volvos can be great cars if they are well cared for. Mine just has quite the uphill battle on it's hands to get there lol
Your Uncle is great!
Yeahhhhh a video on the Volvo. Cool :)
Thanks!
Great video, Elliott! As you now have lots of driving experience with so many different vehicles, I would love to get your take and a basic summation of the driving experience and comparison of each of your cars; what they are best suited for, what you like most about this one or that one, constant ticks or things that annoy you about each and whether or not you would buy them again. Just a suggestion for you but I am curious what ownership is like, as I am not likely to have such an eclectic mix in my garage.
That's a great suggestion Ramon. I will have to see what I can come up with in that regard. Thanks for watching!