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Old Mar 19, 2011 | 07:13 PM
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Default Rescued volvo 740 turbo wagon!

Snagged a sweet turbo wagon for $500. Had an overheat so I'm taking a chance on the extent of the damage. Only has 114,xxx miles so something has got to be good on this thing. If the engine is trashed, I'll just do a swap--seen some nice looking V8's!

Let the fun begin!
 
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Old Mar 19, 2011 | 08:20 PM
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Welcome to the Forum. The engine is probably fine, just take a look at the head. These cars are so easy to fix, you will have it running in no time.
 
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Old Mar 20, 2011 | 08:23 PM
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Welcome to VF. Glad you got hold of it. It's a shame to see those cars go to waste.
 
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Old Mar 22, 2011 | 10:59 PM
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^ yeah that's what I'm thinking since the body and interior are in such good shape, not a speck of rust anywhere. I've found a spare head and some headlights from a parted out volvo here in town so I'll have two heads of unknown quality that together should hopefully make one good 'un.

My first car was a 240 coupe so this 740 wagon is a very nice upgrade!
 
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Old Mar 24, 2011 | 10:05 PM
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Hey FCP, I'm trying to find the engine locking tool (#5385) for locking up the engine making removal of the timing belt easier. I've gone through your site but can't seem to find one, what am I doing wrong? I'd like to order one...plus a few more items.
 
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