i have a 1990 240 5spd the heat shield is rattling can this be removed without damaging anything

get out your sheet metal screws and drill kit. the idea is to drill holes only in the heat shield - not the down pipe. then tighten the screws through the shield and against the pipe - sort of like mounting a christmas tree in the stand.

it could most likely be tightened or altered so that it wouldnt rattle. I would try that before removing it.
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Blue '89 Volvo 244 DL 5-speed w/ 176k

ARE THERE ANY SCREWS OR BOLTS THAT HOLD IT ON OR IS IT WELDED . DO YOU HAVE ANY SUGGESTIONS ON HOW TO TIGHTEN IT ?

It's tack-welded and those are what break. They welded dissimilar metals together at the factory, and it worked up to a point.

It's welded. You can try tightening with clamps etc. or stuffing tacks or something down inside.

IMHO - Remove it patiently and carefully! Use chisel, hammer etc. and slowly work it off.

I took the heavy-handed approach last year removing mine and ripped 2 small holes in the pipe. So if you choose this method be very CAREFUL!

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90 244DL 246K :>)

what kind of clamps would work on this

I don't guarantee this will work for any length of time....Someone on the "Board" said he was going to try radiator hose clamps. Might work?? IMO - it won't last very long....

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90 244DL 246K :>)