Volvo 745 Pickup + 4.8l V8 conversion

[dllubin]

That is impressive that the drivetrain can fit without altering the firewall. From the photo, I can see that every millimeter is at a premium. Looks like that big fat hose in the photo has seen better days!

 

[lookforjoe]

That is impressive that the drivetrain can fit without altering the firewall. From the photo, I can see that every millimeter is at a premium. Looks like that big fat hose in the photo has seen better days!

I'm at work now, so the reference pic I posted isn't available to me. On his install, he used the truck intake (much taller), and much of the clutter will not be present on mine The mounts he used are different than mine also - his engine sits a little higher, further back, and centered in the bay. The stock drivetrain is offset slightly to the right side, and my mount kit follows that, and lowers the drivetrain. The firewall-into-floor region has to be pummeled in the lower region for bellhousing/trans cooler/dipstick clearance. They say it's just easier to beat it into shape vs. cut & weld. I'm undecided on whether that will work for me, it looks NASTY in all the examples (jagsthatrun.com)

EDIT: found another TB LS swap example - this one has the same intake as mine - definitely greater clearance, albeit this one has removed all ABS brake lines & HVAC components also

 

[kmead]

I'm at work now, so the reference pic I posted isn't available to me. On his install, he used the truck intake (much taller), and much of the clutter will not be present on mine The mounts he used are different than mine also - his engine sits a little higher, further back, and centered in the bay. The stock drivetrain is offset slightly to the right side, and my mount kit follows that, and lowers the drivetrain. The firewall-into-floor region has to be pummeled in the lower region for bellhousing/trans cooler/dipstick clearance. They say it's just easier to beat it into shape vs. cut & weld. I'm undecided on whether that will work for me, it looks NASTY in all the examples (jagsthatrun.com)

EDIT: found another LS swap example - this one has the same intake as mine - definitely greater clearance, albeit this one has removed all HVAC components also

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Dang, twin turbos.

 

[lookforjoe]

Dang, twin turbos.

Yeah - that one is around 600wheel HP. Food for thought 😆

 

[lookforjoe]

Working on the head unit install. Sony AX100 to be installed with double-din adaptor housing from a EU Volvo nut - copying another TB member


stereo requires an adaptor frame

cut back the seating stops for fitment in the custom Volvo frame

buffers from Volvo 240 gauges to make it fit flush

modify Sony pigtail to plug into Volvo harness

added DIN adaptor harness to feed Volvo amp from Sony RCA output

ready to go

this thing also has camera capabilities, however I've never owned a car with one & don't need it at present.

 

[Russe11]

Working on the head unit install... this thing also has camera capabilities, however I've never owned a car with one & don't need it at present.

When you get the bed of that truck filled with remodelling supplies (or whatever) you'd be happy to have a back-up camera.
One of the 'pandemic projects' I worked on with my father was installing stereos with back-up cameras in his car, my mother's car, and my pickup. The X1/9 even got one that displays on a Garmin. It's surprisingly helpful.

 

[kmead]

Working on the head unit install. Sony AX100 to be installed with double-din adaptor housing from a EU Volvo nut - copying another TB member
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stereo requires an adaptor frame
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cut back the seating stops for fitment in the custom Volvo frame
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buffers from Volvo 240 gauges to make it fit flush
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modify Sony pigtail to plug into Volvo harness
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added DIN adaptor harness to feed Volvo amp from Sony RCA output
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ready to go
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this thing also has camera capabilities, however I've never owned a car with one & don't need it at present.

Will the printed part be seen or covered by other trim parts?

Nice harness.

 

[lookforjoe]

Will the printed part be seen or covered by other trim parts?

Nice harness.

Yeah, it will be seen on the edges, the top lip is covered by the HVAC control panel trim. I guess I could have sanded it somewhat. I'll have to see how I feel about it installed.

 

[kmead]

Yeah, it will be seen on the edges, the top lip is covered by the HVAC control panel trim. I guess I could have sanded it somewhat. I'll have to see how I feel about it installed.

Some light sanding with some semi gloss paint applied dry will give you a pebble texture which hopefully won’t be objectionable.

 

[lookforjoe]

You sold me The license plate is on the tailgate though, so I'll have to figure out a bumper mount setup

When you get the bed of that truck filled with remodelling supplies (or whatever) you'd be happy to have a back-up camera.
One of the 'pandemic projects' I worked on with my father was installing stereos with back-up cameras in his car, my mother's car, and my pickup. The X1/9 even got one that displays on a Garmin. It's surprisingly helpful.

I'll give that a try - the more I look at the pics the less I like it as is.

Some light sanding with some semi gloss paint applied dry will give you a pebble texture which hopefully won’t be objectionable.

 

[Russe11]

You sold me The license plate is on the tailgate though, so I'll have to figure out a bumper mount setup

On the X1/9, I objected to the look of the camera stuck on a license plate bracket, so I integrated it into the bumper.

 

[lookforjoe]

Head unit is in. I need to add a mic & wire the rear camera at some point

 

[kmead]

Odd fit up of the printed part relative to the ashtray. Gap to the left, crowding the right and misaligned with the assembly below. Sorry, my designer eye is having a hard time with it

This will be a nice thing to have on a car of this vintage used in modern traffic. Carplay/Android Auto are great features.

 

[lookforjoe]

Odd fit up of the printed part relative to the ashtray. Gap to the left, crowding the right and misaligned with the assembly below. Sorry, my designer eye is having a hard time with it

This will be a nice thing to have on a car of this vintage used in modern traffic. Carplay/Android Auto are great features.

That may be my install - it has tabs that locate over the ridge of the L & R side panels - I may not have fully seated it on the left, which would be pushing it to the right, creating that disturbance to your sensibilities 😁

 

[kmead]

That may be my install - it has tabs that locate over the ridge of the L & R side panels - I may not have fully seated it on the left, which would be pushing it to the right, creating that disturbance to your sensibilities 😁

Dang now I am now definitely the a- - hole. Me and my sensibilities.

 

[lookforjoe]

Dang now I am now definitely the a- - hole. Me and my sensibilities.

No - you were correct. I tried to adjust it, and it definitely pushes to the right. I would have to shave part of the ridge/lip to get it to set back on the left.

I may mess with that when I remove it for the mic or camera install. Now that I see it, I will have to fix it...

 

[lookforjoe]

Nothing happening on the work front. Still dealing with sinus related infections (since Xmas), no energy for any serious attention to the drivetrain work.

I did order some other electrical connectors - I may want to install bulkhead plugs, or compact housings that can manage larger quantities of terminals, so I ordered a few varieties. I would say these are of little use on older EMS, as the smaller terminals are 1.65mm, the larger 2.8mm. Fine for any 2K-on EMS that uses low voltage sensor signals/CAN circuits. Definitely OK for the Delphi EMS of the Vortec drivetrain, IMO.

I only ordered a few, as they (frustratingly) don't provide pin contact specs on AliExpress, so I had to guesstimate. Each of these hybrid series housings hold over 30 sealed contacts each.

since I'm pretty much house-bound, I did decide to do a little work on a couple of my other vehicles - these need repairs to the power supply

 

[dllubin]

Nothing happening on the work front. Still dealing with sinus related infections (since Xmas), no energy for any serious attention to the drivetrain work.

I did order some other electrical connectors - I may want to install bulkhead plugs, or compact housings that can manage larger quantities of terminals, so I ordered a few varieties. I would say these are of little use on older EMS, as the smaller terminals are 1.65mm, the larger 2.8mm. Fine for any 2K-on EMS that uses low voltage sensor signals/CAN circuits. Definitely OK for the Delphi EMS of the Vortec drivetrain, IMO.

I only ordered a few, as they (frustratingly) don't provide pin contact specs on AliExpress, so I had to guesstimate. Each of these hybrid series housings hold over 30 sealed contacts each.





since I'm pretty much house-bound, I did decide to do a little work on a couple of my other vehicles - these need repairs to the power supply

I hope you feel better soon.

 

[lookforjoe]

Finally feel like I'm coming around - 3rd version Antibiotic seems to be doing the trick.

Not doing any work outside yet. Been working on the plastic vehicles. Added winch hooks. Sold for 1/10th scale RC, but close enough for me. Actual 1/6th scale would likely be too large for these ATV's

 

[lookforjoe]

Pickup barely made it home from work on Wednesday, AFR's running super lean if I tried to accelerate with even moderate throttle. Watching the fuel pressure at the rail, I only had 20psi(!). added a test gauge at the filter (easy to do, as I replaced the lines & added quick-connect fittings), only 20psi cranking pressure. Should be closer to 70psi. Pump is a AEM 50-1200, installed in the fall. I ordered another, since I've already modified the wiring for that model/brand.