78' Volvo 242

[TheWraith]

the updates keep getting better!

I'll fix that LOL! Reverse update, sold the wheels, back to 14" steelies.(but they are space out 25mm and 32mm)



Picking up my hubs and axles today.

[zdubvdub]

I like where this is going!

[sacrifice]

love 242s. defintely top 3 on my list of favorite volvos

[P78]

the updates keep getting better!

[egstance]

Looking good keep at it!

[Chuckdee]

this has just got real!

[TheWraith]

Dropped off a pair of hubs and axles at the machinist to get redrilled to 5x114.3, much easier to find wheels rather than the lame-o 5x108,

Also picked up these today.

[TheWraith]

Just low n slow just for the start, V8 will not be going in until all parts are procured so stock engine will have to do for around a year.

As with all joy there is sadness, try as I may the new wheels will not work without major bodywork, which I was trying to avoid, so I am on the hunt again.

[theREALpendulum]

Potential: This thread has it.

Why the V8 if you're going for low n slow, btw?

[TheSandeman]

Don't knock it til you try it.
Seriously though Volvo springs are soooo soft that even cutting them doesn't raise the spring rate much, just temporary while I wait for new wheels and build a set of coilovers.

Truth. Probably the only car I would ever consider cutting springs


Sent from my iPhone4.

[TheWraith]

you have plans for some coilovers?

Nope, going donk stylz.

Coilovers are being built, there aren't any available off the shelf but I wanted the right wheels and tires before I set the stance.

[Chuckdee]

you have plans for some coilovers?

[TheWraith]

Careful mock up


After the baloon tires are replaced they should look the biz but the front may need some help


27mm adapter


ET13, no adapter

[TheWraith]

Fresh wheels picked up today.

[TheWraith]

Nice Brick. How much were the wheels? Those are nice.

Wheels are a late model volvo off CL for $300, only 7" wide though, but they are 2 piece.

I sold my wagon a few months ago...I haven't forgiven myself yet.

I still have a pair of headrests...want?

No thanks, canned the stock seats for Recaro goodness