Whats inside a Neglected Volvo 5 Cylinder Engine?

A full teardown and inspection of the damage inside the engine that came from my Volvo V70.
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[@Evan-cy7bh]

Cool to see that there are still P2 volvo enthousiasts around. we are pretty rare

[@phishphood423]

Some of us even like p2 XC90s ;)

[@OnShouldersOfGiants]

@@phishphood423 No one likes the T6 XC90 unless you like replacing transmissions.

[@appelsapman434]

P80 FTW

[@Martinyohana1942]

You spoke to soon brotha

[@phishphood423]

@@OnShouldersOfGiants Funny you should say this, I have a T6 😂 actually about 130K mi on the current trans and I run a tune targeting about 300HP. I’ve even towed trailers with it several times. A $90 shift kit and regular fluid changes helps. That and making sure the radiator core doesn’t crack and contaminate the trans cooler with coolant. That’s what killed a lot of early 4T65s.

[@bobsykes]

That you did this to an engine you fully intended to scrap is so extra I am beyond amazed. And what a lesson about the damage you can cause and how much it can cost you if you don't chang your oil frequently!

[@tomlobos2871]

well, it's not a 1956 chevy pickup but many people expect it to be.

[@HammAlexander]

I work on these every day, exellent engines!!

[@RichardEagon]

this is by far my favourite youtube channel atm - so relaxing

[@brad173]

Really enjoyed your video and commentary! Keep up the good work. Currently still driving our 2003 s60 manual transmission with over 220K. Purchased the car brand new! Been keeping it running the best I can with proper oil changes! That’s a must!!! Had the timing belt changed years back when my wife was driving and working. Since she moved to a stay at home mom I’ve taken over maintenance to save $$$. Changed timing belt myself with a buddy and it wasn’t too bad. Suspension, brakes, etc. It’s survived a tornado, hail storms, and basketball goals falling on it! It’s a great car and I don’t have plans to put it to rest!

[@Kermiitti]

Use the block for a table, like Top Gear had! Love these videos, keep them coming!

[@okletsskate]

You know, I used to follow your channel because of film photography, the algorithm changed that at some point, I hopped back on the channel at some point and as a Swedish car enthusiast myself (Saab/Volvo) - I am not disappointed!

[@BITTYBOY121]

I like these Volvo engines and admire how nicely and well engineered they are. It was amazing how hard it was for you to remove the cam cover compared to how easy the oil pan came off ! - Great video and tear down - Watching you tear down this engine was more fun than watching KZbinr "I do cars" tearing down engines ! - Best of luck with your Volvo ! - Stay safe bro. 👍👍👍

[@dennyyy4546]

I really like your content 👍🏼 I’m glad I could learn something more about Volvos as a Volvo Driver myself :)

[@phishphood423]

Volvo booos! If you’re around the Oregon area this weekend, come hang out with us at IPD’s garage sale! It’s on Saturday. Should be several hundred cars, big 60th anniversary bash! Plenty of us driving 3+ hours to get there!

[@PurosOipunx]

I love this channel yo! Keep these bad boys coming

[@jjjjack]

the best asmr for diy nerds! keeping making these vids pls!!

[@captaincomrade8056]

Man this makes me want to run outside and change the oil in my S60 even though I did it a week ago

[@puneetsikand6338]

Just got a 2006 xc70 and one of my fave photographers drops this video 😮

[@MrTuhascvbouwq]

Nice video! Loved it thanks bud!!!

[@RajSharma-uv4nx]

Very impressive knowledge demonstrated here. Can’t believe the skill set needed to understand and fix cars these days.

[@scottphris]

one of my first ever wrenching projects was changing the timing belt and related hardware on my 2007 volvo s60. There was not much wiggle room at all but I managed to do it .. I was surprised to learn that the volvo has a straight 6 cyl engine, I couldn't imagine doing that same job with even less room. Enjoy the content will on both channels and the porsche video was sick!

[@Detah_]

You should see what’s inside my 300,000 mile 5 cylinder

[@Handle423]

Can't wait for the next video

[@tomlobos2871]

i am late on commenting here, yt just showed it now in an engine breakdown loop. volvo engines dont seem to last that long in the usa and have a bad gas mileage. as european in international volvo forums and groups, i noticed huge differences between US and EU ownerships. i can't recall how often i recommended to consult owners manual for the correct oil type, wheel sizes, required octane level and maintenance intervals. just a few boxes to check and such an engine might run those 200K miles again. don't race it, don't cheap out on service. volvo's design requirements were stating that 300K km should be a point for a first small overhaul on those engines. to compare, VW doesn't even mention "overhaul" and its 180K lifetime. now i imagine this on those ford ecoboost engines that run their timing belt in oil. it's both fuel and oil sensitive and way shorter service intervals. i'd rebuild that one above like it is, just to keep an old volvo running, the era of fuel burning engines seem to end one day and even n/a or lower spec cars might grow in value, especially for the owner who drives it. so those still might run when all R engines are wasted in unfinished instagram projects.

[@Earth-Apple]

Good content!

[@reallyhappenings5597]

Nice work

[@petrvrana834]

You could just change piston rings, bearings and refresh engine head and there you go another 200 000 miles with that engine. That engine looked pretty good..

[@jockobacumbo623]

Looks like you could shim the upper sections of the cylinder sleeves and use it for a 2.5 R build if none of them are cracked.

[@mack460]

Yup!

[@fraserthomson5766]

Why not put new bearings in, get the head & valves polished at a machine shop, new pistons/rings/conrods and have yourself a sweet 'as new' backup engine? I know I would, and would make insanely cool content to see the build. All torque specs are in the service manual too.

[@thecosmiccastaway8960]

I have a 2007 naturally aspirated V 70 wagon with almost 375,000 miles on it. The I’ve had the engine replaced once at 275000. It runs pretty great. I’ll never get rid of it.

[@jadenchavez8917]

My 04 V70 N/A 2.4 is a beast. 229,000 so far. Electrical gremlins as expected but it let me run on 3 quarts for a couple weeks before I realized! Oh how we treat our first cars ;)

[@JariRantasalmi-dj9gk]

Those bearings are not bad in those mileage at all.camshaft look litlebit worn out.also sylinder worn.but that shows how reliable volvos are.if been chanced oil and doing other maintenance in time those engines last decades.

[@jockobacumbo623]

Enjoyed watching your video. What do you think was the cause of the low compression? Carbon buildup on a valve, cracked or stuck piston ring? Did you ever determine what it was?

[@reallyhappenings5597]

Burning oil, my guess is the chronic lubrication failures from the lack of oil changes cost we're on the piston rings resulting in all of that oil burning. And if oil is burning it stands to reason that some of the compression gases could also be leaking down into the crankcase, keep that up long enough and I could see that cylinder losing compression.

[@Plasma216]

I have a 2006 2.5 S60, hole in bottem engine block, can I ask you a question , your advice?

[@fnvking4426]

Had a question every time I accelerate my 2005 xc90 inline 5 2.5t I hear a slight whine/whistle any clue what it is ??

[@qwertiee]

Awesome! Here in Sydney, P2 Volvos are very rare. I own one of the only Volvo S60s in Sydney, with the 2.4L NA engine. Was this the NA 2.4 engine?? It's a little hard to tell cause you got the R wheels on that V70, but I don't think that was the V70R right?

[@Vhryce]

just a regular v70

[@wheelemverb]

NA yes :)

[@qwertiee]

@@wheelemverb Excellent! I've been looking for 2.4L NA content and couldn't find much online. New sub here, I'll be binging through all your videos over the next few days HAHA.

[@americorossetti587]

More volvo videos!

[@mack460]

What was the original mileage on the motor @ replacement?

[@stevenrussell5937]

Is this engine used in the ford puma rally rx cars?

[@ToyotatechDK]

The bearings are actually not bad

[@sanchitsingh9309]

Dude where are you from id love to come and work on some cars w you. I have a s60r m66

[@girvydasm7474]

This engine fabolous

[@munkieluva]

You should keep some parts for some shelf art lol

[@chylimzbydzi]

7:26 There were two HGs? ;)

[@morganahoff2242]

6:31 Why didn't you just rotate the engine 90 degrees on the stand, so with your long cheater bar,, you're pushing against the floor, instead of rolling the stand around the garage?

[@sabahameer2620]

7:00 what size is the socket please

[@laurits76]

New video soon?

[@willemprobst4415]

Is that a FX30 or FX3?

[@Fiona-ng5gj]

My 04 v70 i got in sept. It was 4 quarts low, sludge where u pour oil in , leaking oil .150,000. Burns 4quarts every 3,000miles .my Malibu maxx has 381,000 n doesnt use a drop of oil

[@markwitte6458]

my 2002 has 362.000 miles on it now. still running like a champ. gets fresh oil every 25.000. my 2004 engine died at 311.000. currently putting an other engine in it

[@alouisschafer7212]

25000 is way too long cut that in half 10.000 to 12.000 is adequate thats when the oil starts to become pretty dirty and used up

[@markwitte6458]

@@alouisschafer7212 🫡. I will keep running how it is right now.

[@alouisschafer7212]

Yeah there is pretty much only one thing that kills a Volvo engine: Neglect.

[@btrdangerdan2010]

Oh gee i hope the S70 i bought for my close friend doesnt have a bad engine

[@HammAlexander]

S70 different 5 cilinder... even stronger!

[@sabahameer2620]

Collged pcv oil trap , collegd vvt selonieds . They have to be replaced every 60k .

[@randolphsloan2263]

At 270,000 miles. I'm hoping g to get 800,000 more miles!!

[@yuray374]

Anybody can recommend a good volvo shop in Los Angeles?

[@larrysorenson4789]

After watching I have not seen anything unusual. All the worn stuff was engineered to be replaced. All the dirty stuff can be cleaned. There was nothing terminal about this engine. It needed a rebuild. You might have been very well off to rebuild it with new everything back to perfection and then put it back in the car. Then sell your running used engine.

[@shlong_with_a_bong]

Chrome sockets for life

[@bombom-if5tk]

sup wheelemverb, i want to know where i can find a replacement volvo engine. i have a volvo 850 in the garage and im trying to find a good engine to swap into it so i can daily drive it😎if anyone has any info please let me know, thanks.

[@wheelemverb]

I got mine off eBay! From a local scrapyard that parts out cars

[@kylenorthrop2398]

What caused the failure of that engine though?

[@leeknivek]

No failure .... he says low compression in one cylinder. It was probably perfectly fine

[@charliparadis121]

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[@thehumanslug7606]

Realised the guy shouldn't be giving advice the minute he said you should use a chrome socket on a impact gun. You can, and I do but there is a reason impact sockets are called impact sockets and not chrome 🙈

[@DrFruitbag]

its the piston falling out for me 😭😭

[@wheelemverb]

🤣🤣🤣

[@jjfgh12]

where new video?

[@ericallen7336]

Those head bolts will break cheap sockets like nothing

[@nihonkokusai]

I change my oil on this engine at 6000mls highway and 4000mls at city driving

[@convo1998]

Through the whole video you are keep saying that this is not what you expect to see. But what exactly you want from that mileage? "Ah, bearings is worn!". Really? 200k isn't a joke for any engine

[@Earth-Apple]

These Volvo engines can easy do twice that amount if you maintain them well. Just bought a Volvo with 326000 kms

[@MrTuhascvbouwq]

Mate, i don't want to sound stereotypical but 200k is not that much for a Volvo. This engine was def worn out a lot more.

[@wheelemverb]

I’d have to agree. (160k, actual mileage, rounding up for title) should not have this much wear.

[@phishphood423]

@@wheelemverb 100%. My 170K mile B6294T (2.9 T6) burns barely a quart on most 5000 mile oil change intervals. And most of that comes from the worn out bank 1 turbo thrust bearing. Properly maintained whiteblocks should go 400k, and by that point probably just need a head gasket and maybe a lifter or two if they are the older hydraulic style. Know of a couple people with 600k+ on theirs.

[@OnShouldersOfGiants]

Almost 200k on my V70R. Runs like a top. Dad's V70XC has around 300k of not more than that.

[@Dog.soldier1950]

“We choose to go to the moon in this decade and do the other things not because they are easy, but because they are hard. Because that goal will serve to organize and measure the best of our energies and skills, because that challenge is one that we're willing to accept. One we are unwilling to postpone.”-JFK

[@Itz_Joe_Here]

No but straight pipe it

[@wheelemverb]

Agreed