Our Civic Type R Killing Volvo C30 Was A NIGHTMARE To Get On The Road

Getting our Civic Type R slaying Volvo C30 registered was a nightmare! Someone at the New Jersey MVC does not like us as our second Volvo project car was a pain in the butt to get legal and on the road.
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[@alpinab14]

dam dude does everything have to come with a long winded story man , i like the car both the c30 and v70 but more car content and less massive unnecessary stories please , just ends up putting me to sleep , ps hope you dont take this as hate or anything i do like what you guys are doing with volvos at the moment so hopefully it will come across as constructive criticism , so anyway let get that volvo sorted and see what she is really all about , exhausts, air filters, suspensions , hybrid turbo , larger intercooler , lets do this

[@ShiftingLanes]

I feel you. Stick with us I promise you we will be getting to work on the car soon. Just figuring out parts suppliers etc.

[@alpinab14]

@@ShiftingLanes just wanted to say thanks dude , love the choice in the 5 pot volvo theres a lot of love for volvos and again i appreciated your reply and taking on board constructive criticism from viewers , look forward to future vids on the t5

[@ShiftingLanes]

To follow up on Chad’s point here, it’s not just about working on the cars. We’re also trying to craft a good story line for you guys to follow and become emotionally involved with. Otherwise it’s just a video forum thread, and that’s boring too. So like he said stick with us! Videos like this are cool to look back on when the project is done so not only us, but you guys can look back and say “holy shit it came from THERE to HERE!? Wow” 🙂 -Gregson

[@angus3963]

Need some Ritalin for that ADD? 😆

[@THEGHOSTSLAVE]

Also, on the topic of Volvo stuff. I mentioned VIDA/DiCE in a reply to a comment below. Owning these cars *please* get a DiCE and go through the pains of installing VIDA. It will pay for itself. It is, in my honest opinion, a requirement of owning these cars. I didn't believe it until I got my hands on one. And I don't know how I could own a Volvo without it now. It's well worth the investment.

[@THEGHOSTSLAVE]

On the vibration in the passenger side front, chances are it's the CV Axle. SR's and VR's are notorious for the right front axles going out and being *impossible* to find (ask me how I know). I believe the C30 (incl. T5) uses the weaker Tripod joint CV's, where SR's and VR's use a stronger Rzeppa style joint (Hence the 'impossible to find'ness). And they still break. With 227hp through the known weaker tripod joint axle, it's worth a look. If it happens to be the axle, you may have a hard time finding one. The M66 axle will be different from the AW55/Powershift axles.

[@mammypokopants420]

I second that. But you can get a CV axle with OEM core from Napa Autoparts. I own a 2007 Volvo S40 and replaced it myself. Half a day job at most if you got seized bolts or something. Good luck!

[@THEGHOSTSLAVE]

@@mammypokopants420 I was saying for R models they're impossible to find. Especially '06-'07 auto axles. The M66 wasn't common on the C30, and with that, may be hard to find.

[@lexus_offroad_adventures]

Get the Elevate torque mount to help with the vague shift. It cleans shifts up a LOT

[@ShiftingLanes]

Thanks! We’re in touch with Don already on some parts.

[@lexus_offroad_adventures]

ShiftingLanes great guy. I visited him at his shop a few times and he's the real deal when it comes to customer service. I'm stoked to see what mods will help this old girl take out the type r.

[@Typical_Brothers]

Another cheaper option is the ford efocus mount. Helped a ton on my p1 and is a cheap direct fit. Also recommend starting with rear sway bar (Mazdaspeed 3 rear sway bars should fit these cars and are cheaper)

[@canyoneagle]

Elevate is a great source for some excellent parts. Don is a great guy, and the quality is very good. TCV, Torque Mount, 3" Downpipe and exhaust, intake manifold........

[@radautos2461]

Almost convinced my mom to get this as my first car back in 08 , ended up getting a sweet clean one owner 850 wagon , then when that died after almost 300k & college in the bay..was replaced by an 05 S60 R. Currently have a Saab and still have a soft spot for these.

[@keeganpeltier8114]

Change your engine mount top passenger side. Do this first because I did what you're about to do and didn't fix on my 05 S40 T5. Plus it helps to change all your engine mounts in a car that's a decade old. $30 mount compared to a $200 CV axle or hub bearing is a safe economical solution.

[@Ricochet1012]

On your passenger side vibration, check your axle. My c30 would always get axles that would twist the bearings. I had a stage3+ tune on mine

[@Eastcoastcarclub]

I agree with Daniel On the comment below, the elevate torque mount is the first mod I have on the c30 and it helps significantly

[@ShiftingLanes]

Thanks! It is on my list of parts!

[@lexus_offroad_adventures]

Please do an in-depth install video of the LSD!

[@sanders2strong]

yes! that be awesome

[@arielrh500]

The M66 manual shift on my S60R has no vagueness. A bit stiff at start up when temperatures are below freezing but otherwise works very well. As far as shifting from higher to lower gears the lever will find its own way just fine. No need to try to second guess it or force it.

[@Typical_Brothers]

arielrh500 snaab makes a short shifter which I hear makes a huge difference

[@RichieRouge206]

The C30 is such a unique and cool car. Good to see such enthusiasm for something a bit different too.

[@RichieRouge206]

Some models had a keyless entry. A new key would sort that, it looks very worn. A vague shifter may be worn cables, my 158k 14yo V50 T5 is tight and very slick. The M66 is a superb gearbox

[@timothyhewitt6736]

You need to look at what Euro/english owners do to the mk2 Focus ST. It's essentially the same car. I had one running 370bhp, 420ft/lbs of torque on a hybrid turbo.

[@ionclimbs]

Ive replaced all my wheel bearings since ive bought my s40. its a common fault point. lowering the car will help with handling a lot and also getting a roll cage

[@iggy151]

Check your control arm and CV axle in relation to the vibration. The fob takes some getting used to.

[@willriley1619]

The Civic Type R according to Honda themselves say it runs 23.2 psi boost. That is about double the C30s boost pressure. I think it will be easy to turn the C30 into a Honda R killer. A tune, exhaust manifold, a 350hp capable turbocharger and exhaust should do it. Now you could beat the CTR in torque with the stock turbo probably and come close to it in hp.

[@tmbardsen88]

We got a C30 D5 automatic, tuned.... Now suddendly we got hard vibration when accelerating... sounds like passengerside, therefor i guess it is the driveshaft as many here mentions... Are there any reinforced driveshafts for this car/transmission? Maybe Ford Fiesta ST ?

[@youtubasoarus]

I hear you on the key fobs. The R ones I have are both broken (the blade key bit doesn't stay retracted). Tons of fun. Replacement cost for each is like 600+programming. Yay. :/ Looking forward to this C30 build. I want to see this and Gregsons R together :)

[@ShiftingLanes]

There’s a good update coming next week. Stay tuned! -Gregson

[@angus3963]

Boron steel, nuff said. She'll probably be straight and true. Wheel bearings are rarely an issue, same can't be said for control arm bushings though.

[@pokest225]

The european Ford Focus ST (c30t5 clone) also has problems with the driveshafts. They are made of cheese. After some use, they vibrate, click and knock randomly, getting you totally mad in the end. Because they appear to be ok at first look. Getting more power from the engine can make it worse. In Europe there are one or two manufacturers that make reinforced driveshafts for the ST. They are stronger, but don´t eliminate the vibration problem totally. The shafts are difficult to balance. Keep working with the Volvo project. All the best.

[@ShiftingLanes]

Currently laughing at what a “cheese shaft” would look like😂 -Gregson

[@pokest225]

@@ShiftingLanes Lol. Well they are not made of cheese actually. But I think you got the joke. Hahaha.

[@ShiftingLanes]

Haha I know. Just hilarious to think about a Swiss cheese shaft made of holes. Sounds properly accurate.

[@ethansulkin576]

My S40 key stopped working too, needed to get it reprogrammed, $250. I decided to just get a new key with programming for $400

[@superben2000]

powerflex the gearbox mounts - also the VT gearbox mount is good - had both on mine and the shift was first class. Also volvo had a recall on gearbox oil, causing stiffness in cool coconditions... .soo maybe change the gearbox oil. Also comparing the P1 platform to any Honda Type R apart from in a straight line is dreaming.... and I had a S40 T5 with tons of mods for 7 years.

[@TheKreattion]

The M66 in the VR is actually different than the one that comes in most 6 speed AWD Volvos. Something to do with gear casings(?)

[@icikill666]

literally one of my favourite cars of all time, along with the '85 vk group a ss & 240SX, and in fact so much a favourite i wrote a song about it :3

[@handsofdoom119]

Actually Volvo c30 has the same engine (with more power) and the same wheelbase with the Focus RS from 2010, but c30 is smaller, think about it

[@Yenko1992]

I found a 2013 type R it has a salvage title and very good condition with 68,000 mi asking price 8,000 what do you all think?

[@ShiftingLanes]

Sight unseen I’d be dubious, if you can see it, drive it and get it up on a lift than it’s worth a look. Just make sure you can title and insure it n your state.

[@klaspeppar5619]

I also think and have alway thought that the Dinky toy keys look so odd. The Dinky toys are kind of weird as they are a half step between the n (p2) and II (p3) generation. I will never forget the first time dad brought home one of those Dinky toys, i think it was a face one V50 actually. I remeber thinking that the key looked like a toy, the gauges is short of crammed together in that smaller cluster and that the proposions where a bit off (it looked weird next to our blue V70n (p2).

[@NotSean269]

@shiftinglanes give a shout if you looking for an induction system, we built and use them on our time attack Focus ST225 happy to do a deal for you guys

[@RawShogun]

I think you should steer towards finding some other cars to compare with ( on top of the R) for more content - 2.5 genesis coupe, focus ST and golf R are pretty comparable and the C30 will be the cheapest option out right - just a thought.

[@ShiftingLanes]

Good suggestions! We just targeted the CTR since it’s the FWD Mac daddy at the moment. We will find some other competition in 2019 once the CTR has been thoroughly vanquished. -Gregson

[@davidblanck4131]

You can get those key fobs reprogrammed at places like batteries plus or most auto parts stores much cheaper than the dealership.

[@THEGHOSTSLAVE]

Not for a Volvo you can't. The fobs are VIN locked.

[@davidblanck4131]

They have a vin lock on my truck as well. They reprogram it in the ECU. It's entirely possible Volvo does it differently though. It is worth looking into.

[@THEGHOSTSLAVE]

I understand your point, and I wish it was that simple for these cars. But they're locked down to the extent where that just isn't possible. You can barely read basic P0 codes on a Volvo with a generic scanner, let alone access the ECU entirely or CEM at all. Those parameters are set by the dealer with software that has to be: 1: Paid for and downloaded from PIE (Volvo's software servers) with proof of ownership. 2: Flashed to the ECU, and CEM using a DiCE unit with VIDA (Volvo's proprietary diagnostics hardware and software). You can buy a knockoff DiCE unit with unofficial VIDA from eBay for about $100, the problem is that it *is not* an official license and it *does not* have access to PIE. You can, however, use a knockoff DiCE unit with a legitimate subscription to VIDA (About $70 for a 3 day subscription) and pay another, I believe, $25 on top of that for the software to reprogram a key. So at a minimum, with buying a DiCE you're looking at around $200. May be less if you borrow a DiCE, buy a used DiCE, etc. It could be more depending in the quality of DiCE unit you buy (They range anywhere from ~$70 - $200). At that point you may as well pay the ~$250 dealer fee to reprogram the key. I've never seen an auto parts store carry, let alone know what VIDA/DiCE is. It is the *only* , I repeat, *the only* way to reprogram a key on a modern Volvo. There are anywhere from 13 to 19 computers aboard that car, the fob's code has to be on the two I mentioned above if not more. You can't even try to communicate with anything other than the ECU with a basic scanner in these cars. And even reading the ECU is a crapshoot. That's just how it is.

[@Neighbor512]

Check out elevate stuff and check out the polestar c30 ... I'm in the process of looking into putting a k16 or k24 turbo on the 08 c30 I have ..also fcpeuro is my go to for the Volvo and both diesel vws I own

[@Korruptionen]

You guys need to do an episode of the V70R vs the C30... head to head.

[@ShiftingLanes]

That is definately gonna happen. Just gotta get through some quick fixes/mods on the c30 first.

[@K9Drew1]

Of coarse it can take a type R. That's an understatement lol. Try ipdusa, viva sports

[@tyronecraft3924]

Your DMV issues in New Jersey are the results of NJ having the distinction of being named The Stolen Car Capital! Refer to a movie called Jersey Drive.

[@chrismartinez3160]

I HATE KEY FOBS! I rather just a damn key like I have with my Volvo 240

[@HP-mx6jb]

I have the Rahway DMV 5 min from my house. I goto the Edison DMV 25 min away because they are more efficient.

[@kalbonication]

Subscribing just because.... Volvo. Proud owner of 2007 v50 D5 in Poland.

[@ShiftingLanes]

Welcome and thanks for watching! Any mods to you D5? -Gregson

[@kalbonication]

@@ShiftingLanes no mods. But waiting for yours. Cannot wait to see. :)

[@MrSneakA]

Sorry to change topic, but what's happening with the IS300?

[@ShiftingLanes]

I still have a little work to do on her. But sadly she will be sold soon. We couldn't justify pouring money into her with low view counts. Which sucks because I do genuinely love that car.

[@MrSneakA]

ShiftingLanes *sadface* :(

[@justaturbo7017]

Robertdiy deserves an fcp sponsorship.

[@johannessoonik1007]

So true

[@nagondo1561]

LOVE IT. I am a happy owner of a d5 c30 Bu im looking at a v70r 2005 Hope you giv the typ r a spanking

[@apatrevi1]

I know what you mean about the key fob and it's enormous size. My C70 fortunately came with a dummy key for the dash slot - search OEM Starter Key for Volvo Part# 31268615 on eBay. They're $30 and totally worth it, and require no programming. Also your vibration could be from those tires - they may look good, but if they're hard and cheap it ruins the way these cars drive. Looking forward to seeing this car build out!

[@dronepilot260rc]

I use them for my 98 Volvo V70

[@RichieRouge206]

Michelin tyres are awesome on these P1 chassis cars

[@RichieRouge206]

Awesome car, why are authorities so bloody useless. Tavarish use EURO for his parts too

[@markkoetsier6475]

0:06 Let's find out!

[@K9Drew1]

Check rods and end links

[@hausmeisterengineering5952]

I'm shopping at eEuroParts. That's why ;)

[@peterwon4725]

Reason you clicked this video starts at 7:24

[@mateosiewierski9065]

Lmao Volvo is a really reliable car, I have an 06 s40 and I have 186,000 miles on it. The only reason why it’s bad is cuz it’s a salvage

[@cmadness1]

Are you talking to me or the person next to me?

[@sanders2strong]

ya definitely get that quaife front dif

[@therightnuke]

Just try throwing a battery in the remote first

[@ShiftingLanes]

Already did that, didnt work.

[@chrisvig123]

Volvo eh...the nightmare has just begun😯

[@clarkgriswold5903]

Story is just way too long, get to the point man!

[@d33ksh]

Just talking n talking n talking.

[@Dev_skoll]

I can't watch any of your videos, you talk WAY TOO MUCH!

[@Mike7O7O]

He loves the sound of his own voice.

[@alexsmikle4757]

🍋🍋🍋🍋🍋🍋🍋🍋

[@estee9389]

First

[@angrydragonslayer]

no i