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I see much discussion on the wire harness problem. I was
just hit with it my self. My 83 240 would not start and I couldnt figure out
what the problem was: 2.0 LH injection, chrysler ignition.
I have over the years fixed some
bare wires that would cause problems. The insulation
just crumbles away. What did they make this stuff out of?
The car is getting a spark and tons of fuel,
too much fuel. I finally broke down and took it to the local
volvo dealer here (stillpass volvo in cincinatti). The verdict
$900 harness, $700 ecu, and $500 labor. The car is in great shape
no rust, new fuel pumps, new tires. My problem is that I cant pour
that much money into a 1983 car. One thing that bothers me
is that they really did not test if the ecu was bad. They stated
that to test it they would have to plug a new one in and they
wouldnt do that if there were harness problems ( a catch 22 of sorts!).
Plus I thought that if the thing was getting a spark the ecu
is probably not bad.
Anyway, north of here in Akron is Drennen Volvo which is a used
parts place and repair shop. I am going to try and tow the
thing up there and see if they can fix and repair it as opposed
to replacing every piece of electronics with brand new over priced
volvo replacement parts. I read on here where someone bought a harness
from some aftermarket place for 200. Anyone have any information on this?
Thanks
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