Dont ask why, I need a sunroof quickly.

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Dont ask why, I need a sunroof quickly.

Post by Steveday » 10 Sep 2012 08:52 pm

Basically need a whole sunroof/mech for my 360. Mines destroyed itself and has been judged unfixable due to destroyed springs.
All things considered, cash waiting, collection or delivery within the next two weeks.
Would be saving the day. Thanks guys! :)

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Post by macplaxton » 11 Sep 2012 01:52 am

I know it says "don't ask why" in the title, but like big red buttons with "do not press" next to them, well, I now have to ask: how did it just destroy itself?

I mean, it's an inanimate object and as far as I know, unable to commit sunroof suicide.
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Post by volvomania » 11 Sep 2012 08:27 am

macplaxton wrote:I mean, it's an inanimate object and as far as I know, unable to commit sunroof suicide.
There you are wrong; if mistreated they will behave like hells fury :twisted: and commit sunroof suicide just for the fun of it. I know of several ones that decided to part with the car while on the road... :lol:

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Post by macplaxton » 11 Sep 2012 08:36 am

Now you know why I avoid cars with holes in the roof if I can - too much hassle and best kept shut.

I notice you saying *IF* mistreated, RJ. Now I'm curious to know how the mistreatment occurred.
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Post by Steveday » 11 Sep 2012 09:42 am

Well I can only assume mine was vandelised. Left the vent open for a short time, came back to the car and found it full of rubbish. Im guessing they forced it open to do this. So, the next time I tried to use it it went at all stupid angles and shit itself.
Not a happy chappy.

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Post by macplaxton » 11 Sep 2012 10:10 am

Sorry to hear this. No assumption required, it was sheer vandalism. sm2

Good luck with finding one, and I'll keep my eyes peeled for a spare.
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Post by Chris_C » 11 Sep 2012 10:17 am

Foggy's once left the car at speed...

The bits are *very* difficult to source. I guess your white moving brackets on the spring things have snapped? (yes, I know a diagram would be useful at this point, but I have no access to one)
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Re: Dont ask why, I need a sunroof quickly.

Post by gray340 » 16 Sep 2012 01:23 pm

will one off a 340 fit as i have 1 complete

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Post by Steveday » 17 Sep 2012 08:08 am

If someone can tell me yes or no that'd be awesome :')
If it does fit ill have it straight away mate.

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Post by volvomania » 17 Sep 2012 08:19 am

An original Volvo sunroof will fit.
As long as you change a metal version for a metal version or change a glass version for an identical glass version.

You will need to fit and adjust it properly however.
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