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V70 XC 2001

posted by  someone claiming to be jeff on  Thu Sep 4 12:34 CST 2003 [RELATED]

BACKGROUND: am considering whether to invest in valve/head work on '94-960 or to purchase used V70XC with 40K miles (2001). one of the mechanics who quoted on the 960 work reports that the 5 cylinder head/valve configuration in the V70 (as well as the rest of the newer volvos) has inherent problems in its design causing premature cam deterioration on the camshaft.

QUESTION: has anyone experienced this? is it a well-known problem or is the mechanic blowing smoke? are there other issues that one should be aware of with the V70 XC?

any input would be greatly appreciated.







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    or is the mechanic blowing smoke? YES! 2001

    posted by  someone claiming to be Frank on  Thu Sep 4 16:14 CST 2003 [RELATED]

    I'd stay away from any AWD Volvo but the valve/cam story is bogus. I've never heard of that.
    If the 960 head is done right or replaced by an upgraded OEM reman head, that engine should be fine for years.








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    V70 XC 2001

    posted by  tim smith on  Thu Sep 4 15:55 CST 2003
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    If my father's 140,000 mile 850 turbo is any indication, (not to mention many reports of higher mileage 850/70 series cars on the board), I'd say that the mechanic is blowing the proverbial smoke. Besides, isn't the 5 cylinder engine nearly identical to the 6 with the exception of one less cylinder?

    Tim
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    Tim Smith 98 S70, 74k mi.








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    V70 XC 2001

    posted by  someone claiming to be Ray N. on  Thu Sep 4 15:52 CST 2003 [RELATED]

    The camshaft issue seems bogus -- the 850/70 series driveline is
    pretty robust. The AWD does have issues. Search (below, to the right) on
    "bevel gear" and "viscous coupling" for the known issues.

    How about a nice FWD V70 instead?







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