Hi All,

I hope everyone is well.

My friend gave me their 2001 V70 as a gift. It has a base engine and has 140k miles on it. The wagon has a new ETM, white-label, and new breather box. This 19-year-old wagon rides well. My wife likes having cool AC and automatic windows. It's relatively easy to work on like my 240 except removing an alternator. :)


Here is the list of things I fixed so far;
camshaft oil leak
heater core coolant seal leak
hood strut
tailgate hatch strut
front passenger side mount
top torque mount
bottom torque mount


Here are my questions.
Q1. How do I change the voltage regulator without removing an alternator or intake manifold? The large plastic bolt is stuck. What tool do you use to remove it? I am starting to strip it. My last solution is to loosen the alternator, not remove it, and rotate the backside towards me for clear access. Do you have any suggestions?
Q2. The engine shutters when I shut it down? I believe my timing is correct. Do I need to change the two-round mounts? They seem okay.
Q3. Has anyone used TRQ strut/shocks and lower control arms from A1AUTO? Are they good? For strut/shock, I expect to last at least 60k miles. For lower control arm, I expect to last 100k miles.


Thank you as always.