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[@irakopilow9223]

Other than peeling clear coat, interior wiring and mechanical issues, broken mounts and massive oil lease, this thing is cherry! This vehicle is a fugative from the wrecking yard.

[@nicko6710]

Classic problems for this car and age.

[@lechatbotte.]

Lol

[@lakiza55]

Honestly surprised it even runs, with that mileage and owner. Reminds me of my brother and his previous car, he used to ignore every single issue in it unless it made the car non-drivable. His timing belt snapping, as he was pulling out to go and get a new timing belt installed, was hilarious.

[@pfsantos007]

Absolutely. That car deserves one trip to the junkyard (to get parts).

[@hirisk761]

only thing missing to make this 💯% hooptie is needing a screwdriver to start it! I need a tetnis shot after watching this vid

[@mattfarahsmillionmilelexus]

Does my heart good to see such a well-maintained, well cared for older car.

[@MrWoodyBalto]

I can't imagine that the customer is gonna dump any money into that $500 Volvo. The cost of tires mechanically totals it. GET WELL SOON RAY!

[@timd1833]

I wouldn't even waste a can of carb cleaner on it!

[@JAMESWUERTELE]

500 dollar? I haven’t seen a 500 dollar car for like 7 years. That would be at least 2k.

[@djspbb]

@@JAMESWUERTELE well I did buy a 1995 Ford Ranger for $1000. It is dented and dinged all over, a little cold-blooded, but once warm it runs like a champ.

[@basbass429]

$500 for so much deffered maintenance? this car has probably not seen a mechanic in the last 8 years. junk value. 160 dollars?

[@JAMESWUERTELE]

@@djspbb good buy! I had a couple Rangers years ago. So here in CO car and truck prices are bad. Toys are starting to sell online (dirt bikes, 4wheelers, etc) the cheap cars were destroyed for Cash for Clunkers. Thanks Obama.

[@JohneeJohnson]

Damn dude, you putting out videos like you have a 2 production crews on 12 hour shifts. You’re a beast!

[@MeZpatriot5O]

This is one of the cars you leave the keys in and hope it gets stolen because insurance will give you a heck of a lot more money than you trying to sell it. On a completely unrelated note, welcome back Ray!!!!

[@wintrs9161]

Hahahah just shitbox things if you have full coverage

[@mkendallpk4321]

I agree. This car is a junkyard special. A rolling disaster awaiting a complete breakdown.

[@dcomputers]

Yea the cash value would be higher than the condition it is in.

[@mrcryptozoic817]

This is worse than most of the 300,000 mile cars you've worked on. I'd leave it parked with keys in the ignition.

[@dcomputers]

@@mrcryptozoic817 the crazy thing is it would get stolen by some criminal minded person.

[@opendstudio7141]

The body may be virus weakened, but the important part to Ray's humorous observations is intact. Even though at first appears to be a rolling oil change, the vehicle; despite the neglect and cosmetic deterioration; appears to be economically repairable. With this many issues to address, would make interesting content. Hit it with a pressure washer first.

[@fredwalker839]

Just another COVID car ! LOL

[@milstuff4530]

Anything you post is worth it too get up in the morning. I am sure I speak for everyone that follows you that we appreciate how much you post, so take your time and get better. 🤧😷🤠

[@dc3mech1]

Get to feeling better bro. Your content is always spot and point on!

[@pacart1]

Dont worry bro we will be here for you. Get well soon.

[@steveray1809]

Most of the time on these old volvo the pvc breather clogs up and causes oil leaks. You can check this by puting a glove on the hole where the oil cap is if it blows it up like a balloon it is closed and that is what caused the oil leak. Love your video keep up the great work and entertainment. 👍

[@stephenhunter70]

Oh goody another item for his "list"!

[@sheerwillsurvival2064]

Love how ray fixes what he finds along the way

[@InsideOfMyOwnMind]

He just didn't want it to grenade in the shop.

[@ChuckyBeaver]

Ray that is what you call a “beater” car. Gets you from point A to point B.

[@KentuckyAk101guy]

because that’s how far it will get before overheating!

[@laurelsporter]

Why would it overheat? It's even got extra oil cooling!

[@adriannicol8529]

I think this car is in great condition given it has clearly suffered a bird strike that imparted sufficent force to penetrate the firewall! Get well soon Ray.

[@jasonkuehl639]

I was going to make a similar comment, but you beat me to it! 😆

[@carolynsullivan2912]

Yep, contemplated the fate of the bird that left the feathers.

[@mikecronin9999]

Gonna land it in the Hudson......?

[@SubRoseaStudio]

Only KZbin videos I bother watching logged in, just so I can tappy tap that like button. The world needs more of the competency and great attitude of the Rainman.

[@berkeleygang1834]

My money is on "all services declined." Hard to see the cost of repairs not exceeding the value of the vehicle. Poor OVLOV.

[@fredwalker839]

Like I said,,,,,,get the OK…… a week later you find the phone number left is disconnected,,,,,how the new car the service advisor now owns. LOL

[@yomommaahotoo264]

My 2005 grand caravan with the 3.3 and 197K miles started doing the same.....but it'll help with the rust. Gonna drive it into the dirt.

[@outthereassociates7155]

Don't push yourself too hard Ray. Our daily dose of mechanical mayhem can wait until you are full speed.

[@johngoslin3001]

At least it's getting a new steering wheel cover 😁 Get well soon Ray.

[@anotherman6919]

Good day Ray, i hope you feel at least a bit better now than a few day's ago. A lot of your viewers missed you from the amount of reactions i saw to your sick post , and ofcourse i was worried quite to. Waiting for your so clear, explaining and honoust video's . Hoping, get better 100% soon. Thanks for al the great video's. Greetings from the netherlands.

[@kevincurry4735]

Thank you Ray and have yourself too a great day!

[@awuk3468]

Hope you feel better soon Ray, take your time and recover properly and thanks for all of the content!

[@davegallo8166]

On Volvos, PVC systems can overpressurized and blow out the crankshaft seal. Usually the non-drive ends of the camshaft leak first but not always. The PV system lives entirely under the intake manifold

[@sonnylatchstring]

PCV

[@pabobfin]

I really enjoy your videos. You are the ethical and competent mechanic I wish worked here in Maine. I laugh every time you say "click" or "gravity" or when the phone rings. Have a great day.

[@mymusicaccount1456]

I think Ray should do a monthly "Special" video where he does a super clip of all the brake clean he sprays. I'll bet he can get 10 minutes per month of just spraying brake clean.

[@JZS171-W]

Another!

[@mymusicaccount1456]

@@JZS171-W until Ray likes or comments!!! I think Ray should do a monthly "Special" video where he does a super clip of all the brake clean he sprays. I'll bet he can get 10 minutes per month of just spraying brake clean.

[@FloodExterminator]

Get well soon Ray! Excited to see what other mechanical adventures you'll come upon!

[@FlyEaglesFly19111]

Get better.. stay safe and be well!

[@scottr.4885]

You wouldn't think the cost of a multi-point inspection would total a car, but this car is the exception.

[@ityourmomagainok]

Check the pcv system on it. Super common on them to go bad, build up pressure and pushes out the cam seal which causes exactly what your seeing. Also check the last time the timing belt was done, they are interference engines.

[@nicko6710]

The PCV will not fix the crank and VVT leaks. Maintenance was neglected

[@ityourmomagainok]

@@nicko6710 well yeah it won't fix it, but it will help it from getting worse... if that's possible and in general just help the engine run healthier. Super common thing on these motors to replace. I did it without knowing what i was doing in maybe 3 hours or so.

[@nicko6710]

@@ityourmomagainok Most oil is from the VVT, oil soaked Cambelt

[@beardyeighty]

Hope you get to feeling better soon, Ray. Being confined to the couch sucks, especially when you like to be a high functioning and productive person like you usually are.

[@nicko6710]

I own one of these they let it go a bit too long un-serviced. When well maintained they are good cars. The VVT leak

[@Starsnu1]

Praying for a quick recovery from your illness, Ray! Blessings to you and your family.

[@1digitalwatcher697]

I had a chevy that was about 14 years old me and my buddy worked on it. Everything worked but you would have to let the transmission warm up 10 minutes for the rubber seals to make the car move. We spent a few hours fixing all the holes on it but the garage mechanic wouldn't pass it I was pissed . This is nice you are fixing a clients car but a time comes when you cant use a magic wand to fix it for little or free.

[@Paramount531]

I've had both the 6 cylinder version of this engine and more recently the 5 cylinder version in a 2006 XC70. Mine started leaking oil like the Exxon Valdez, I checked the PCV system and had pressure in it, a definite sign that it needed replacement. I did that, all seemed to be well until more oil leakage was apparent, so I did the cam seals. This dramatically worsened the situation. After a lot of thought, it became apparent what had happened. The exhaust VVT pulley had a ton of end play in it, and I had set the cam seal just a bit too deep. I ordered up a new one, put another new seal in carefully and put it all together, all was well after that. Unlike this beauty, mine had a very clean engine bay and was in very good repair. I hope you feel better soon!

[@andrew_koala2974]

Paramount531 I had both the 6 cylinder version of . . NOT I've had both the 6 cylinder version of STOP bastardizing the language. Undertake an extensive reading program to educate yourself/ Read one books month for the next two years - then keep reading at least one book every two months. Reading 100 books in a lifetime is not difficult to achieve. Set an education budget - Or are you not worth that much ? Is your value less than the price of a few books ? Education is of Paramount importance. People will only notice and judge you on the errors that you make. #1 Pay attention to detail #2 Make sure you see exactly what it is you are looking at #3 The CORPORATE GOVERNMENT education system manufactures ignorance and produces ZOMBIES. - This is by design - this is to keep people in a dumbed down -and- in a child-like state -- Society makes it acceptable by the masses by calling it 'having fun' There is a marked difference between enjoyment of life and having 'fun' Why does the word FUNERAL begin with FUN ? Go figure that out and report back with your explanation. Note that an answer does not necessarily provide an explanation. Answer and explanation are two entirely different concepts.

[@Paramount531]

@@andrew_koala2974 Where DID you get those 'shrooms? Are you singing a rap song, brother?

[@roscoe454]

put ac dye in the oil to find hard to find leaks, and of course a uv light to see the dye

[@johnwiley8417]

Glad you're still vertical. Continue feeling better.

[@RPGBnB]

I was surprised to not see any oil dripping off the engine. Slow leak indeed.

[@fredwalker839]

Oil spray probably ruined the sun roof !

[@Hoaxer51]

The underside of this car is virtually rust free, because of that, it’s almost worth saving. I’ve seen worse frames on vehicles in Ohio that were still being driven daily, I’m not saying the vehicle owners knew how bad it was, but still being driven. It’s got a sound foundation,

[@dxroberta7228]

Volvo tech here, those cam seals are leaking, and you may want to check the oil trap on the vehicle as well

[@gnrpro8544]

I own almost the same car. This oil leak is extremely common on those old volvos with the silver block 1.9 L turbo

[@TyphoonVstrom]

If you end up doing the front main seal, also quote on pulling the oil pump and replacing the O ring around the pump circumference and the pump to block gasket behind the pump. They do leak as they age, they cost very little and it takes minutes extra when you are in there doing the work. Pulling the pump also makes replacing the seal much easier.

[@andreichichak5242]

Oil leak? No, PCV system failure pushing oil out of the cam seals. Replace the PCV system (not hard, but it is under the intake manifold) and the leaks will likely stop. It's also going to have worn out lower ball joints. A small amount of maintenance could make this wreckage into a nice little car.

[@andrew_koala2974]

Andrei Chichak > Nice < is actually a negative word - as are most words beginning with the letter N = No surprise that this rule also applies to languages other than English. Make a list of them and include words from other languages. That is your homework project. You will learn a lot from it and how languages work - and how words are shared among various languages. Think of a word that you may use instead of the word > Nice < - without using the word > Good < Andrei ne durey . . .

[@mattquarles7029]

hey ray those looked like oil cooler lines that were on the backside there where the oil was spewing. the engine jumping back and forth probably cut one or rubbed a small hole in one and its ridding up the belt making it seem like a spew. just my 2 sense but it seemed to be coming from one of those pressure hoses giving it a spray and they were for sure pressed against that floppy motor.

[@MrDopey32]

Yes it's in for a ton of repairs and hopefully the owner follows through. This car could be highly valuable to someone because it belonged to a relative that meant a lot! I'm not here to bash anyone, but instead of jumping the gun and saying it's trash, stop and think about that as well. I wish I could get my hands on my grandpa's old truck or my dad's old El Camino, those 2 mean a lot to me. Great work Ray, may you get well soon!

[@timhurst1813]

Lol. But I'm pretty sure No one is going to put sentimental value into a Volvo car.

[@JONNIE8OY]

There is nothing like a well maintained car, and that Volvo is nothing like one.

[@demonbox666]

What a sad abused car. I had a 1998 V40 with 2.0 petrol engine, fantastic cars when looked after.

[@MannenFromNorth]

1984 240 here, fantastic until the rust finally took out the chassis too where welding on replacements got too difficult

[@jbussey5301]

Never would've ever see a doormat for a floor mat in a Volvo. Priceless 👏 Lol

[@jasonkuehl639]

Honestly it wouldn't surprise me if the owner goes for repairing it (probably in stages, though). I could almost swear I saw the passenger strut mount move when Ray was checking for broken motor mounts, too. If I had it in my shop, I'd give the owner an everything at one time price, and then break it down into a few stages of repair too. Oil leak and motor mounts would be a do it now thing for sure!

[@Arachnoid_of_the_underverse]

Two tyres to add to the bill as well 👍

[@fredwalker839]

You go fix it that far,,,, call the customer to pic it up & you will get a disconnected phone number ! LOL

[@Dukes69charger]

Ok Ray all of us fans and subscribers got 2gether and took a poll. We all agreed that ur not allowed 2 be sick again, it disrupts our lives 2 much not seeing u and ur content!

[@400corbon3]

This one should be referred to Derrick of Vice Grip Garage. So much "we'll pretend we didn't see that" and 700+ miles worth of hot oil and random antics

[@bloodybones63]

Park it in the tree line, leave it for 23 years, then 'Will it run & drive 700 miles?'

[@voodoochild8697]

I’m 61 years young. I’ve bought 3 new cars in the past. Never again with all the problems and warranty issues. I now drive a 2006 Buick LaCrosse. I bought it off a elderly couple. It has all the maintenance records.👍. I just put 2900 dollars in the suspension. That doesn’t include everything else. It’s called maintenance. I would drive this car cross country more than once! It just boggles my mind the number of new cars needing repair! Lack of maintenance. Now the owner can’t afford the repair! Imagine that. Driving a new car doesn’t give you social status! Just take care of your Shit!!!! Love my car! I don’t have to prove anything to anyone! No payments means more money in my pocket! Love your videos. Keep ‘em coming.

[@alansalmon1086]

With all those oil leaks it won’t rust!👍👍💁

[@thomasmelander547]

Glad u are feeling better man I need my videos in the morning lol thanks brother

[@kevincampbell3173]

Amazing, primarily i buy new cars, i take really good care of them even though i know i won't be owning them to the bitter end, but it's amazing to me the sad life some cars live in the hands of an owner who just doesn't care. i often wonder if i did keep a car that long, when would i stop caring about it?

[@dennis2376]

Welcome back good to see you back. :) Does anyone else hears an air raid siren when the motor starts. No repairs for this vehicle.

[@HarithBK]

that fan and cooling issue is extremely common. pretty much every one i have been in has had this issue. overall the list of faults in this car are very standard for this model

[@ryanravencaller]

Including uneven tire wear?

[@craigrinehart968]

Sorry to hear you've been sick. I worry when you're not on. Take care.

[@KentuckyRanger]

There's a saying for cars like this; "Rode hard & put up wet..." It's a horse trainer saying. If you ride a horse hard, and don't take care to walk them, groom them and let them cool down, they stand a good chance of getting sick, and dying. In other words, the horse was rode hard, and left to die, i.e. a careless owner...

[@fredwalker839]

Read the car fax……This guy is the 15 th. Owner!

[@KentuckyRanger]

@@fredwalker839 That Volvo's been around... LOL!

[@doug6141]

I hope you feel better soon!!

[@IR-nq4qv]

Volvo Owner: Have you determined the extent of the issues with my car? Ray: Yes I have... Volvo Owner: What seems to be broken? Ray: I've narrowed it down to the big part between the front and rear bumper... Volvo Owner: Do you have a list? Ray: Yes, I believe its coming out in paperback next month on Amazon. Volvo Owner: What can I do to increase its value? Ray: Fill up the gas tank.. Volvo Owner: If I go to sell my car what can I expect to get for it? Ray: My deepest sympathy... Volvo Owner; Should I take my car to the scrap yard? Ray: Why? What did they do to you? Customer: So where do I stand now? Ray: You should probably stand behind the car and push it out of the garage. Customer: Is there any good news? Ray: Your head won't get wet when it rains.

[@IamLinda_]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@t1259sw]

That's funny.

[@seasparrow7427]

Another awesome video Ray! From a former Navy gas turbine mechanic and Army mechanic I salute you on your professionalism and dedication to the automotive field! BZ!!

[@mlg1783]

I lost it when I saw the front door welcome mat for a floor board mat.

[@JoaoDaLindinha]

Get well soon Ray.

[@papabear83]

man... when you pulled that timing cover off and i saw that bolt about ran off... my stomach dropped... not even my car but that hit me. somebody somewhere really dropped the ball on that one. actually had an engine lock up on me once so hard it sheared off the bolt that retained the cam pulley (sohc engine) which is probably why that hit me like it did. and get feeling better buddy. just relax and "have yourself a great day"

[@JT-qf4it]

I have seen that same oil leak on several Volvo's. The crank will wear a groove where the seal rides. If that's the case with that one, you will have to install the new seal slightly out of the boar so the seal can ride on a good section of the crank. Otherwise find the correct size repair sleeve for the crank.

[@chriswhitelaw3126]

That’s 159,000 hard miles! Volvos usually last way better than this one. I wonder why the customer wanted a full health check when it’s plainly beyond economic repair even as it is.

[@fredwalker839]

Point Exactly…. Why…..probably May Fools Day ! LOL

[@Arachnoid_of_the_underverse]

The cleanest part on that car is the foot mat you installed.

[@erikzornes4183]

sweet ride, its worth the catalytic converter price.

[@mikeexarhos5383]

😂 I made it to 3:59 and determined it’s a POS.. I then realized how fortunate I am. Walmart makes me feel the same way when I shop there. Life is good! Thanks Ray

[@jorgefernandez-mv8hu]

Well, it is going to need some work. Just closing the sunroof and tightening that sprocket bolt alone helped it out tremendously. Keep up the great work!

[@billchessell8213]

Yes siree

[@kisselectronics8360]

Get well soon !

[@jamesmccartney5731]

My suggestion to the owner would be to purchase a 5 gallon can of turd polish!

[@gohibniugoh1668]

project car for the summer!

[@howardpringle9346]

I was really looking forward to you using 20 or 30 cans of brake cleaner trying to get rid of some of the oil and grease.

[@fredwalker839]

Now you own the wreck! LOL

[@airborne63]

Feel Better!!

[@georgepretnick4460]

159,XXX miles and it's falling apart. One thing we've all noticed is premium lux cars fall apart just as soon, or sooner than standard lux cars.

[@JAMESWUERTELE]

Not Lexus

[@gazza750]

Get Well Soon Ray

[@brkemm25]

I think it would be easier to diagnose what isn’t wrong with that Volvo?!

[@dgrndm]

well... if u can't find anything... then u have to show whats wrong with it :D

[@Supersquishygiblets]

Get well soon! Best wishes from California!

[@MrMagnat007]

The estimated cost of repair will exceed the vehicles value even if you use Doorman or some other High quality Chinesium parts

[@dcomputers]

The owner let the repairs pile up now it's just alot to spend at a shop

[@hoseman1]

Get well soon

[@slimdugger99]

Drive straight to the crusher, do not pass go, Ray. Whoever bought you this basket case had to be pulling your leg or filming an episode of “Candid Camera”. Just from looking at the car’s interior and general signs of mechanical neglect, I’d guess that the owner is female and the car is her daily driver. I would also guess that she doesn’t have the time or money to have it repaired.

[@fredwalker839]

And a 10 out of 10 looking for a new mechanic! Got the tee shirt ! Now she’s my wife! LOL

[@bloodybones63]

I was waiting for that sunroof to quit, then poor Ray would have to take it out to fix it. I was surprised that it closed.

[@basbass429]

this was the last generation of really good build quality volvo's. this must be the most unloved s40 in the world. Or somebody trying a joke on you? the amount of deferred maintenance and repairs is rediculous.

[@ZerotheWanderer]

I had an '01 V70, one owner, about 146k miles when I got it, miles of repair records, was good for about a year and then everything started breaking gradually. Fix one thing, another breaks. This was many years ago as well, when it was about 13-14 years old. Didn't rattle or anything, but shit was definitely worn out despite being well taken care of.

[@stevey8212]

Ray's back - the universe is again in equilibrium. Sing it Petey!

[@guidosarducci166]

Man, that car has been rode hard and put away wet! How do people do that to a car?

[@danmaynard1383]

My thought exactly. I’m pretty sure if they didn’t have the money to maintain the car they surely won’t have the ability to fix, all that is broken now.

[@adrenna123]

Appreciate the video. Love watching your videos to start the day. Get well soon..... Bourbon and chicken soup....... cures almost everything!!!!!

[@BrunoSantos-ff2cy]

This car needs a B2JWaCI upgrade Bring 2 Junk Wyard and Crush It

[@dougnofxm]

Yay more Ray!

[@petequinones3454]

Amazing how many things are broken, missing and malfunctioning. This car is a pile. The owner has neglected problem after problem till the list is overwhelming. This is perfect example of what happens when you don't take care of your stuff.

[@fredwalker839]

No wonder your newspaper is late in the morning ! LOL

[@aenoymotors]

Glad you're feeling better

[@alanunseld4942]

hope your feeling better Ray🙋‍♂️

[@lja6420]

Feel better brother, Cold, Flu, Covid, generally feeling physicaly and mentally done is no picnic.... So many friends who made it through the last 2 years are getting sick.. Crazy world we live in...

[@JAMESWUERTELE]

Horse paste helps. I’m not joking, it’s easy to administer. Box says apple flavored, it doesn’t though.

[@stanleymcfallsthesouthernc4104]

Glad your back

[@mikeperreault8939]

Hope you feel better.

[@boondogglet132]

2000-07 Volvo interiors were beautiful, but not built to last. My 01 c70 coupe was just destroyed on the inside. My instrument cluster fell behind the dash. My window regulators busted. My leather was just peeling. Motor mounts were shot. Sunroof seal was crusty and flaking. The headliner was pinned and glued up. But I loved that car to bits

[@porkchop4604]

Classic older Volvo. Owned several. They will run forever with much nurturing and love by a home mechanic. Othewise Ray's bill would be a couple thousand.

[@michaelfoy4377]

hope you are feeling better like the videos!

[@1DarkStorm]

Welcoming back!

[@jayjaynella4539]

AT the 4 minute mark, I see a car ready for the scrapyard. Neglect has taken its toll.

[@Dave-ty2qp]

Most of those issues are normal wear and tear items for a vehicle of that age. The tires are the bigest concern, along with the worn components or alignment that caused the tire wear. Then attack the other problems one at a time. It will be expensive, or it can be done cheaply by an average diy guy with some time on his hands.