Well having now got two 300s I suppose I had better get at least one of them on the road!
Plainly with the "red one" being spread throughout the house and workshop the "red line" is the obvious bet.
But I can't resist treating it to a few goodies first. So - I've started the usual collection.
Life is quite odd sometimes - especially Volvo life. B172 coolant hoses totally unobtainable from Volvo in the UK but from a dealer in Belgium - see above. My thanks to RJ for knowing who to ask!
Mac.
Mac sees red (and black).
Mac sees red (and black).
88 5door Redline 1.7 52k - 19 XC60 Momentum Pro D4 AWD 17k
1950 pair of legs that don't work very well.
1950 pair of legs that don't work very well.
Re: Mac sees red (and black).
Ooh exciting stuff! Let me know if you would like a second pair of hands to help at some point.
Siôn
Siôn
1977 Volvo 343 DL 1.4 Vario TUJ 247R
1980 Volvo 345 DL 1.4 PGH 590V
1981 Volvo 345 DL 1.4 ECR 312W
1985 Volvo 340 DL 1.4 Vario B168 DTU
1982 Volvo 245 GLT 2.3 Auto VKN 137X
1997 Saab 900 Convertible P290 DDF and 2018 VW Tiguan S10 NPH
1980 Volvo 345 DL 1.4 PGH 590V
1981 Volvo 345 DL 1.4 ECR 312W
1985 Volvo 340 DL 1.4 Vario B168 DTU
1982 Volvo 245 GLT 2.3 Auto VKN 137X
1997 Saab 900 Convertible P290 DDF and 2018 VW Tiguan S10 NPH
Re: Mac sees red (and black).
Ooh exciting stuff! Let me know if you would like a second pair of hands to help at some point.
Siôn
Siôn
1977 Volvo 343 DL 1.4 Vario TUJ 247R
1980 Volvo 345 DL 1.4 PGH 590V
1981 Volvo 345 DL 1.4 ECR 312W
1985 Volvo 340 DL 1.4 Vario B168 DTU
1982 Volvo 245 GLT 2.3 Auto VKN 137X
1997 Saab 900 Convertible P290 DDF and 2018 VW Tiguan S10 NPH
1980 Volvo 345 DL 1.4 PGH 590V
1981 Volvo 345 DL 1.4 ECR 312W
1985 Volvo 340 DL 1.4 Vario B168 DTU
1982 Volvo 245 GLT 2.3 Auto VKN 137X
1997 Saab 900 Convertible P290 DDF and 2018 VW Tiguan S10 NPH
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Re: Mac sees red (and black).
Looks like this one is going to get treated to a lot of love with all these new parts
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http://www.classicswede.com
phone/text 07824887160
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Re: Mac sees red (and black).
It will Dai, it will.
As it is such a good starting point I'll do a "proper" recommisioning but the intention is to use it as a "daily" leaving the 3door DL as the long term "perfect" resto job. I'll also use the Redline to "test" mild upgrades. Initial spec will be Boge 2lt front springs with Kyaba gas dampers, Big Red calipers with Goodridge hoses, your poly bushes. Obviously new discs and friction materials (genuine rear and probably EBC front.) full service and cambelt change, a Mac diff gasket kit and new coolant hoses, w/pump, etc. I have a Bosal exhaust and a Webcon carb rebuild kit inc. new float.
I've spoken with Brian Gue (Amazonia) about a full re-rustproofing treatment and the body will get a cut and machine polish. I ventured into the attic and dragged out some treats (ambient temp gauge, centre stack twin gauge panel with V meter and oil press gauge, CR- 902 radio, Hella grill etc.).
The intention is that the 3door DL B14 will end up absolutely basic and original - but that's long term. The Redline is for play.!
Mac.
As it is such a good starting point I'll do a "proper" recommisioning but the intention is to use it as a "daily" leaving the 3door DL as the long term "perfect" resto job. I'll also use the Redline to "test" mild upgrades. Initial spec will be Boge 2lt front springs with Kyaba gas dampers, Big Red calipers with Goodridge hoses, your poly bushes. Obviously new discs and friction materials (genuine rear and probably EBC front.) full service and cambelt change, a Mac diff gasket kit and new coolant hoses, w/pump, etc. I have a Bosal exhaust and a Webcon carb rebuild kit inc. new float.
I've spoken with Brian Gue (Amazonia) about a full re-rustproofing treatment and the body will get a cut and machine polish. I ventured into the attic and dragged out some treats (ambient temp gauge, centre stack twin gauge panel with V meter and oil press gauge, CR- 902 radio, Hella grill etc.).
The intention is that the 3door DL B14 will end up absolutely basic and original - but that's long term. The Redline is for play.!
Mac.
88 5door Redline 1.7 52k - 19 XC60 Momentum Pro D4 AWD 17k
1950 pair of legs that don't work very well.
1950 pair of legs that don't work very well.
Re: Mac sees red (and black).
Well Done!
We all have to start somewhere....new bits are the best place for a new beginning MAC.
John
We all have to start somewhere....new bits are the best place for a new beginning MAC.
John
DAF CLUB of AMERICA Director & DAF MUSEUM-USA Director
Re: Mac sees red (and black).
Looking forward to seeing the progress on this
1989 - Volvo 360 GLT
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1985 - Volvo 360 GLS
2008 - Volvo S60 SE Lux