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93 245 What things do I need to specifically be concerned about w/ this car? 200

posted by  someone claiming to be abnormally aspirated on  Sun May 2 01:58 CST 2004 [RELATED]

I'd be glad to tell you that I put a new thermostat in when I replaced the radiator. Better yet. I actually did it too! :) However, I used the one I purchased from FCPGroton.com which seems to be a French offering. Never been crazy about French automotive parts either individually or assembled. Nevertheless, I'll give it a try.

What does the preheat sensor in the air box do. I think I noticed that thing which looks like a brass pole in the box. I would hope that this '93 would not be prone to dissintegration of the wiring harness like the early 80's cars, but I acquiesce to your expertise!

I guess aside from the other items which I'll do over time (my hoist consists of a pair of rhino ramps), the only thing I'm concerned about is flushing out the transmission. This car was serviced pretty regularly by Volvo. It's white and not a single dent and no rust. I actually saw the previous owner driving the car and stopped him. It had a cam seal leak and despite that, the guy loved it! He kept talking about needing a truck for work, and I kept talking about buying the car right then and there. I actually had 1500.00 in my pocket as I was going to buy another car. Finally, he said he'd sell it. We drove to his house, changed various paper products and off I went.

I did notice what I believe to have been the original spark plugs. They say Volvo on them. So either they are those from the Volvo service, or, they have never been changed.

Thanks so much for the help, I do appreciate it.

Funny thing is, I also have a 94 945Ti and I think I actually llke the 245 better. The both have low miles 945=88K; 245-66K.

Thanks again.

Sincerely,

JBeechraft






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