I Did A Tune-Up On My Volvo V70R Spaceball And Unlocked TWICE The Horsepower... Sleeper Wagon!

When I bought the car, it ran and drove... But just barely. Turns out all it needed was a tune-up and its a whole new car!
Come along today as I perform a basic 'tune-up' on my manual 2005 Volvo V70R! I purchased what is essentially a 'stage 0' kit for the car which consisted of: spark plugs, ignition coils, oil filter, air filter, fuel filter, and a cabin filter. Check out what a difference these items make!
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0:00 Intro
0:44 Parts And Car Shuffle
1:58 Undercarriage Inspection
2:45 First Oil Change
3:01 Fuel Filter
5:19 Fluid(s)
6:08 First Start
7:13 Spark Plugs And Coils
9:47 Air filter
10:56 Cabin Air Filter (gross)
12:05 Second Start
12:43 Driving And Flybys
16:31 Outro And What's Next
#Volvo #TuneUp #Spaceball

[@Conceptcreator]

Just gotta love these kinds of Volvo's!

[@ElliottAlvis]

I’m falling more and more in love every day!

[@TheHienax]

@@ElliottAlvis is an addition.. You will see.. One of us.. One of us.. Check IPD USA..they have the best parts.. Every Volvo guy buy from them..

[@davidkelley751]

@@TheHienax and FCUEuro they are great as well.

[@davidkelley751]

@concept creator I used to watch you phone edits back in the day. Cool to see you like Volvos m

[@tylercranz3201]

@@ElliottAlvis Elliott - you should have used OEM Volvo plugs. I had NGKs in my R and developed a bad misfire at WOT. OEM plugs are the only way to go...

[@MrBones-do2wt]

Niiiice, tbh u deserve this car more than Tyler, don't tell him lol

[@ElliottAlvis]

lol, I'll try to keep that to myself

[@mmavcanuck]

@@ElliottAlvis with Hoovie, it would just be another car

[@Guncannon]

Tyler will make donuts out of it then it'll head straight to the wizard right after.

[@dillonh321]

@james bond He will it's more important to get the mechanical stuff first.

[@blakeslide6919]

I love hoovie and his content but im glad he let this one slip, no offense to hoovie but if it isnt a thumbnail magnet it just get tossed to the back, much like the mustang, merc, the blue ferrari, etc

[@TheSurfRyder]

So many forget ALWAYS start spark plugs by hand. Great car choice these are unique and tough cars.

[@GreaverBlade]

These are my favorite kinds of projects. A practical car, a labor of love, and a whole lot of great information. I'm looking forward to this whole series!

[@ElliottAlvis]

Thanks for watching!

[@pajerofan22]

Me too! Love this car!

[@bartmulder407]

as a Volvo V70 Classic owner your channel just became more interesting to me, I'm actually a bit jealous ;-)

[@ElliottAlvis]

Thats great to hear Bart, thanks for watching!

[@EncrypticMethods]

@@ElliottAlvis You know what else is great to hear? That magnificent 5cyl. glad you are OK and still able to make videos after the accident..

[@clifbradley]

I almost thought you were going to put ATF in it. I was waiting for C3PO to come out and say 'Here we go again'.

[@ElliottAlvis]

Almost had ya!

[@ModelA]

@@ElliottAlvis Same here

[@jeremyTallen1]

It's amazing what a new coil can do

[@robertsturtevant6185]

I screaming at the screen......NOOOOOOOOO!!!

[@blaakrose]

Euronation Bob watches with a tear in his eye missing this Volvo.

[@euroasianbob9268]

True story!

[@michaeldoran8157]

I'm probably not the first and certainly not the last to share these initials: 1) IPD 2) FCP 3) VIDA 4) DICE (and while your at it: Swedespeed, Matthews, Dave Barton...).

[@Zordaxus]

Welcome to the Volvo family. Cheers from Sweden!

[@ElliottAlvis]

Thanks! You guys make a heck of an automobile!

[@simplecarblog5663]

Next time we want to see the other Swedish brand: SAAB, choose an Aero model.

[@johnymerano3692]

As a V70R owner I recommend you to use OEM spark plugs only. Car runs with those way better. And also change oil in angle gear and Haldex.

[@jean-marcandjoshua-petsjournal]

You did the right thing. Once the timing belt is done, she will be a rocket ship. The Police at the time loved driving these. Maybe fix the paint and she will last as long as you service her regularly.

[@kerrylewis2581]

You owe EUROASIAN Bob big time! That's a very nice automobile.

[@euroasianbob9268]

Glad to see it getting the proper love it deserves!

[@nicolashoyt5341]

I hope you're gonna do the timing belt ASAP, otherwise this thing is gonna be the Malibu all over again.

[@ElliottAlvis]

Timing belt is next for sure. I won’t be driving it much until it’s done.

[@dreww7545]

​@@ElliottAlvis Also do the water pump since it's right there. Fairly cheap and you wont have to worry about it down the road. Edit: NM looks like you addressed this during the 15:37 mark, only advice I can give is not waste money on a dealership and go to a reputable independent shop.

[@Jayhawkga]

@@dreww7545 He's friends with Hoovie. The Car Wizard should do it.

[@davidkelley751]

Also if the car has an extra amount of torque steer there’s a good chance your AWD system isn’t working. If it spins badly in first to the point where traction control kicks in than there’s a really good chance the AWD system isn’t working.

[@finalmage6]

Those Volvo R Wagons are sweet! That was a good deal you got there 👍

[@ElliottAlvis]

Dude, the deal of a lifetime! Thanks!

[@jaunteraudi817]

Jeah, its a very good deal, because even in Europe its impossible to find this kind of V70R for that amount of money, they cost a fortune in here.

[@gagne6535]

Such a beautiful volvo, glad to see it went to someone caring!

[@ElliottAlvis]

Thank you!

[@rlessmeier]

Running good after a tune up. It's amazing what catching up on a little deferred maintenance can do for your car.

[@ElliottAlvis]

It really is amazing! I couldn’t believe how much it woke the car up.

[@eelecurb]

As usual great video Elliott!

[@ElliottAlvis]

Thank you!

[@barbaraalvis2881]

Wow! This thing can fly! Good for you, Elliott! Have a blast with your new ride!

[@Kimsey47]

Nice vid! Glad you were able to revive her!

[@Ohem1]

The turning radius can be improved, remove the pinion limiters and add wheel spacers and you're good to go.

[@jaredmonk5328]

It improved but still terrible. The worse part of these cars is the turning radius.

[@FalconXE302]

@@jaredmonk5328 ... having never owned one, if that's the worse thing, then great car.

[@MikoSquiz]

I've got a non-R non-wagon one of these and.. well, basically you're correct, but the turning radius really is *heinous*.

[@beatboxlanguage]

I am so obsessed with this damn vehicle. I didn't even know I was until now. I need.

[@ElliottAlvis]

You and me both Nick. I love this thing.

[@dkpirie]

Me too, I want one, but with an Auto gearbox.

[@rickardek3170]

Just love the sound! Man am I jealous! What a ride! 😍😍😍

[@kaichuuuuuu]

You probably were amazed by how there is ZERO corrosion under the car. I was surprised as well coming from a Subaru where the entire car was made from rust. I would go ahead and replace transmission torque mount too, takes about 5 minutes or less to replace just like the fuel filter. And glad your pcv looks great for now, otherwise it's a gigantic pain in the peter

[@aggieE46]

Please take care of this one. So many of us love these cars.

[@mattsharp4059]

Great Video! Looking forward to next weeks!!

[@ElliottAlvis]

Thanks Matt!

[@neonpla]

happy to see this build.

[@eddy6-pack]

The last series of real sturdy rust free Volvo’s. You’re lucky you own it. Deserve it!

[@anthonybarton2103]

Great job happy that you are the owner of this Beast and Happy to see that you are doing well.

[@ElliottAlvis]

Thanks Anthony!

[@FalloutEpic]

Excellent video, great quality and very interesting topic in this vid. I thank Hoovie for sending me over here. Cant wait for more videoes, greetings from Norway :)

[@ElliottAlvis]

Awesome! Thanks for coming over to the channel.

[@dkpirie]

I now prefer this to Hoovie. I feel you just see Tyler buy the car, take it to Wizard and then it is no more.

[@thagerdorn2009]

Volvo is the only dealer I'd take my car to, because I've taken my volvos there before, and they never tried to sell me stuff I didn't need. They only sold me things that compromised the safety of the safest vehicles on the road. I've been very pleased with our local dealer. Keep up the awesome work, best KS youtuber

[@SepticShrimp]

Just got my manual V70R this week too after literally years of scheming about getting one. Can't wait to start tinkering. Congrats! Excited to see more.

[@TheRealAlpha2]

Yay! The hop is back! _and_ you brought the car some power a long with it!

[@ElliottAlvis]

Doing my best over here! Thanks man!

[@MEngNeno]

Subscribed! Like the breakdown and to see your enjoyment!

[@ElliottAlvis]

Thanks for subscribing! Glad you enjoyed it.

[@PedroBarbosa-qh6hy]

That's a cool find! Congrats

[@daddynichol52]

One of your most enjoyable video as it demonstrates that a few parts and a bit of time can help save a car for another lease on life. Well done, amigo.

[@missesmia2]

Coming together already 🔥

[@ElliottAlvis]

I know! Amazing for just a week

[@BigBundy82]

It’s a bad Ass VOLVO!! I love the new Car Elliott- Excellent Choice!

[@ElliottAlvis]

Thanks Wesley!

[@kikow8827]

Looking forward to more of your videos! Great content!

[@paultaylor9652]

Lovely Jubbly, enjoyed that video nice and simple.

[@critterhomemovies]

Absolutely gorgeous Volvo and that blue gauge cluster! Tell Tyler he needs to run faster next time.

[@ElliottAlvis]

Haha, right? I'm sure he's been hitting the treadmill ever since last week 😂

[@critterhomemovies]

@@ElliottAlvis Bahahaha!!!

[@ryankov]

Subscribed because of the Volvo content, keep up the good work

[@ElliottAlvis]

Awesome! Thank you.

[@johan_oosting]

As a Volvo owner i can say... I'm jealous! That V70R is getting better by the minute! Love it! Cheers from the Netherlands!

[@lvdb4808]

And all of this in 1 video, great vid👌🏼

[@iLupi]

Elliott over here trying to give us a heart attack with the whole ATF. What a sound coming from that wagon~ It’s definitely a keeper, haha! Good luck with the timing belt service~ looking forward to more wagon content

[@ElliottAlvis]

Ha, almost gotcha! Thanks!

[@wriddle082]

It’s not Type F because of Ford, it’s Type F because it will FAIL!

[@TheZListCars]

Those subs are JUMPIN! Nice work Elliot, love watching your channel grow, and the V70R content is a great way to do it!

[@ElliottAlvis]

I know! I am so excited, I can hardly believe it! Thanks for the support!

[@TheZListCars]

@@ElliottAlvis Yessir, you deserve it! I've made a few cringe-worthy, amateur-quality car videos, but you've inspired me to get some better equipment and keep making some [hopefully better] content!

[@JonBlondell]

Great job!!

[@2W3X4YZ5]

Your full throttle soundtrack took me right back to my B2 (81 4000 5+5, and 86 UrQuattro) and my C2 (83 200 Turbo) Audis. Thanks for the video.

[@sebastiend.5335]

That's almost a truck size (18 wheeler) fuel filter. Damn! ;) So satisfying when it started!

[@ElliottAlvis]

It was a massive fuel filter!

[@El_Rey_LLC]

This car is freakin awesome. Subscribed.

[@ElliottAlvis]

Thanks dude! I appreciate the sub!

This Volvos are absolute sleepers man, great purchase 👍🏻

[@FilipRauh]

My dad always had Volvos and still has his 2003 V70 T5 - not the R sadly. But even today the pull and sound of the straight-5 is just lovely. Just love this V70 generation.

[@dave11686]

I love those blue faced gauges! And happy you can do the famous jump!

[@ElliottAlvis]

Thanks Sock! I’m glad I can jump again too. You have no idea 😅

[@Jimsathome]

Cool sleeper. Needs to get some new paint on it after the mechanics are all sorted.

[@ElliottAlvis]

I agree Jim, new paint will definitely be happening!

[@uncleheide]

That’s a really sweet Volvo- hope you keep improving it and posting vids. Nice to see an engine detail and an attempt to fix that clear coat.

[@Fourrings80]

The sound of 5 cylinders is fantastic.

[@jacobrippey4937]

I’m shocked you’re not having it diagnosed by the car ninja. From one Fast Volvo owner you another, nice car! I also recommend a tune from Hilton. They can really unlock some power for you.

[@ElliottAlvis]

Awesome! Thanks for the recommendation Jacob. I'll have to bring this car to the Ninja one of these days.

[@jorgengabrielsson6660]

🤣🤣as a Swede it’s sad but car ninja Don’t like volvo’s 🙄can’ t get That ... he work’s on ” junk” insted 😜

[@denitipuric1130]

It’s a start! Keep it up n keep us updated, best of luck

[@ElliottAlvis]

Will do Deni, thanks!

[@denitipuric1130]

Elliot I’m just wondering what’s your day job?

[@chrisbolton5461]

Just got V50 T5 AWD and love it. Great video. Looking forward to see how things progress.

[@awh3399]

Nice tune up!!!

[@joeminoso1554]

GREAT Volvo v70 TURBO video..👌👌👍👍👌👍

[@ElliottAlvis]

Thanks Joe!

[@illuminatidestroyerbear2231]

That's a really cool car, I'm happy for you.👍

[@illuminatidestroyerbear2231]

P.S. put a bigger turbo please.

[@themadscientest]

Volvo is great about any issues that come up with their cars, my 02 v70 2.4 (na/auto) had the fuel pump issue and it was resolved for free even though it is a nearly 20 year old car now. Gotta love shaggin wagons.

[@richvalenzi6232]

Well done. That’s a keeper.

[@ElliottAlvis]

Thanks Rich! I totally agree 😉

[@msb6100]

very jealous--love the car!

[@jordanmifsud2061]

This thing is sick man. My dad had an '01 S80 T6 and that was a cool sleeper too. I'm such a wagon fan though!

[@ElliottAlvis]

I bet that S80 was sweet!

[@stratonarrow]

Such a sweet car. Great find!

[@ElliottAlvis]

Thanks Taylor!

[@phillipbailey70]

Nice car... Here from Hoovie - liked and subscribed (this channel reminds me of Hoovie and Tavarish before they started buying Lambo's and McLarens)

[@jasonp410]

Gonna be an amazing daily....just make sure to simple green the engine bay and she's golden 😁

[@ElliottAlvis]

The engine bay will be getting a detail without a doubt!

[@RowanRedbrush]

I was holding my breath same as you when you were trying to start it back up after the fuel filter swap. Glad these tune ups went smoothly and made a noticeable difference in how the car drives! You gonna tell the dealer that is has been sitting in a field for three years? I'm sure they will love hearing it :'D

[@ElliottAlvis]

I’m sure the dealer is going to *love* giving me quote on what it would take to fix this thing 😂

[@mitchellbarnow1709]

Elliott, I couldn't be happier for you and your Volvo! What a woken up Spaceball. The front wheel drive Volvos do have rather large turning circles, while their prior rear wheel drive cars had incredibly tight turning circles.

[@Complex_Addition]

My second time watchig this. Can't wait for the new episode ! That Volvo was a find !

[@kgalvin28]

Your channel is blowing up over this car

[@ElliottAlvis]

Thanks for noticing Kevin! I’m super stoked about it.

[@kgalvin28]

@@ElliottAlvis welcom to the R family btw!

[@madmike6942]

u have a rare gem... putt some effort and bring it back to it's former glory... well worted...

[@ElliottAlvis]

Thanks Mike, thats the plan!

[@Jmoney-db4rp]

I’ve been waiting for this video !

[@DocMackGarage]

Cars tend to reward owners who take care of it, so the more you take care of it, the less mechanical issues it will have . Nice job

[@RichieRouge206]

This was great Elliot! Yeah the 5 cylinders often have a high rev on cold start for about 20-30 seconds lol. The noises are soooo familar lol. She is a beauty and can’t wait to see the progress.

[@ElliottAlvis]

Thanks Richie! I'm really loving this car.

[@velviaman3206]

Brake fluid change? Great cars, my mate ran Volvo estate cars for 40 years shifting stuff between his homes.

[@skylightgaming7801]

Love the car, also hope you enjoy it as well.

[@ElliottAlvis]

I’m loving every second of it. Glad you are too!

[@skylightgaming7801]

@@ElliottAlvis it's going better than my 3rd gen Camaro project. It has a mystery issue and many tools were thrown in rage thanks to it lol.

[@jeffpittman8725]

Outstanding car!

[@davidkelley751]

I’ve replaced a V70r cabin filter in my family’s V70r and man that took me like a couple hours. Actually it was the cabin filter and fan motor for the cabin.

[@ingodwetrustdellaware-inc8322]

I'm a volvo maniac about them.. I used to have over a dozen other volvo and I love it

[@ElliottAlvis]

That's awesome! I can see how these cars would become addicting!

[@ingodwetrustdellaware-inc8322]

@@ElliottAlvis Can tell how much you spend on the tune up

[@ElliottAlvis]

@@ingodwetrustdellaware-inc8322 It was about $400

[@ingodwetrustdellaware-inc8322]

@@ElliottAlvis Awesome mate.. Don't you forget to was the engine compartment. You done that upon the tune up Usually That's the very 1st thing I does when I get acquired a used volvo. You should release the video with the other details when you were charged the oils 🛢 underneath the vehicle.. We need to learn more about them.

[@johncrone4047]

I love the v70r but I kinda wish you had taken that opportunity on magiver too... either way keep up the great content and I'm excited to see where this volvo goes

[@ElliottAlvis]

That Mercedes was a little *too* far gone for my tastes. But this Volvo is rockin!

[@theshadowman1398]

If only all cars were that reliable

[@MP-vd1ck]

Elliot great job with the tune up

[@redporschekilla]

Elliot, my Motary Notary... great episode and I'm glad you're back and foremost happy that the Volvo is treating you well!!! Keep rocking

[@ElliottAlvis]

Thanks man! It’s good to be back!

[@dkpirie]

I'm here from seeing you last week on Hoofties channel, and I gotta say I much prefer your presentation style and format and the way you follow through with a car showing it's progress.

[@KevinBullard]

Superb vid! Thx

[@ElliottAlvis]

Thanks Kevin!

[@justinjayankura8676]

Great video! I love my Volvo C30 R!

[@5cylMatt]

Nice vr! If you want to go with a nice aftermarket air intake, I would go with a swedsource filter. It has the most performance increase for an intake plus they look super nice.

[@ElliottAlvis]

Nice! Thanks for the suggestion!

[@ralphlongo1975]

It's almost as fast as how quickly you got to Euro Nation Bob to buy it.

[@ElliottAlvis]

😂😂😂 Almost as fast as that!

[@carguy7884]

*urination :)

[@michaelmoore7550]

Good video I enjoyed watching it. Can't wait to see what you do about the paint

[@mattbeckner2427]

This car looks like a blast to drive! Look forward to seeing what you do with the paint issue.

[@AZACKAL]

Again you should join the p2R owner group for the V70R :)

[@ElliottAlvis]

I am in there on Facebook! I just haven't made a post yet.

[@janpristach3073]

Really enjoyable video! Way more interesting then Z4! And btw you are quite handy! Btw what does your wife thinks about the car? Did the insurance finally come around with Z4?

[@ElliottAlvis]

Still going back and forth with insurance about the Z4. And my wife thinks the Volvo is “ugly”. I’m hoping she changes her mind once she rides in it lol

[@UniqueTII]

I love this car! Can't wait to see what you do with it.

[@victorsheldon5602]

i have a 2001 v70 with the manual and love it to death. i hope you enjoy that v70R to its fullest.

[@vinniegoolsby4976]

I have been watching ya for a while I'm really praying your channel grows huge you deserve it bro. Much love vinnie from Seattle

[@ElliottAlvis]

Thanks Vinnie! That means a lot.

[@ericjenks9596]

What about the brake, coolant, and power steering fluids?

[@ericbrandt829]

Your too intelligent to watch this IDIOT!

[@SpeCifiC0507]

@@ericbrandt829 Go outside, walk into traffic and off yourself poosie.

[@BobMonkeypimp]

@@SpeCifiC0507 Whooooooooooooosssshhhhh!!!

[@handymaninaminivan4102]

Just love this car!

[@802Garage]

Mmm that sound! Great work.

[@ElliottAlvis]

Thank you!