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Marz
07-05-2006, 02:44 AM
http://rothfam.com/svo/volvo/volvostart.htm

Really neat!
Marz
07-05-2006, 03:15 AM
Heres the home link to that site:

http://rothfam.com/svo/index.html
mfpmax
07-05-2006, 09:30 AM
Yup, thats one of many intercooler upgrades that can be done for cheap. And when I say cheap...I mean getting the intercooler...and not paying over $30 for one.
Chuck W
07-05-2006, 12:00 PM
It's kind of an "old news" upgrade. I know Chris did that years ago.

The Volvo ICs are "ok". They are kind of deceptive. They look big, but the cores suck and really don't do well at much over 18# boost, at least for very long. They are at least an upgrade over the stock set-up, mainly due to location.
mcb82gt
07-05-2006, 01:56 PM
Ive got one I need to get plumbed in. Its got to be better than NO intercooler. Hot air sucks.

Mike
Marz
07-05-2006, 05:53 PM
yeah... I read the rest of his write up.

But the location ROCKS! It's a great place to put the intercooler.
mfpmax
07-05-2006, 06:01 PM
Yup. Just like stock Volvos and a few other vehicles(Saabs come to mind).
futurexdesign
07-05-2006, 08:08 PM
yeah his mounting makes my febel attempt look.. well.. just that.. febel, horribly executed, ugly, craptastic, and um... bad? 8)
Hooptie
07-05-2006, 09:54 PM
I miss this view of my SVO.......mmmm...spearco.....
http://f10.putfile.com/7/18521540770.jpg
mfpmax
07-05-2006, 09:55 PM
BRUSH YOUR TEETH!
Hooptie
07-05-2006, 10:05 PM
If I recall, I polished the IC every time I waxed the car...lol

Those are chips from the car being on backwoods souther missouri roads.
mfpmax
07-05-2006, 10:14 PM
Actually wasn't talking about any chips, just making shiny teeth reference.
RichV
07-06-2006, 08:32 AM
Yea, that was before all the kits that are out now too.

If you look under "My SVOs" you will see this gem.
http://pictures.rothfam.com/svo/images/85svo1.jpg

That sucker has been in my driveway since February 1999. :)
http://www.coloradostangs.com/gallery/data/500/58calendar1-med.jpg

So I'm pic-whoring a bit. :D
martin0660
08-04-2006, 04:26 PM
If you like the Volvo intercooler, you would love the NPR. They go for a little more money, but I just dont think you would want for any more intercooler once its installed. It basically installs a lot like Chis did, except its a much better intercooler. A few pics of my install.......

http://community.webshots.com/photo/527957261/2429117780066453426QJneDK
http://community.webshots.com/photo/527957261/2437406670066453426UyAWOc
http://community.webshots.com/photo/527957261/2017433440066453426MTHlON
http://community.webshots.com/photo/527957261/2464172800066453426VHKPmN
http://community.webshots.com/photo/527957261/2040292890066453426mGEraN
http://community.webshots.com/photo/527957261/2326860630066453426NrHMLP
http://community.webshots.com/photo/527957261/2196154470066453426QeeSMC

Bob Myers
mcb82gt
08-05-2006, 09:48 AM
Bob, is that a 2 row explorer radiator that fits so nicely between the NPR?
BTW, I looked at your car on the other thread, it is very nice. I like the uniqueness of it.

Mike
martin0660
08-05-2006, 10:12 AM
Bob, is that a 2 row explorer radiator that fits so nicely between the NPR?

Yes, I ordered a 2 row (HD cooling) for a 94 explorer. No issues with cooling at all, it runs really cool, never over hreats, etc. Fits nicely between the outlets. The only thing I dont like is how the upper outlet comes out on an angle, makes the upper hose a little funky, but it works.

BTW, I looked at your car on the other thread, it is very nice. I like the uniqueness of it.

Thanks Mike, I like it too ;) I'm used to being low key with my T-birds, this car draws a bit too much attention, but i'm getting used to it.

Bob Myers