Foos Posted February 2, 2007 Share Posted February 2, 2007 Hi all, I've got a V70R but am a little fed up with all of its quirks and want something a little more straight forward that has a lot of aftermarket parts available. I also want highway power which the volvo actually has a ton of. Now this is where i need help. Subarus known for their low end power and i want to know if that is mostly the inherent character of the engine, or if this is more a function of the stock turbo running out of steam high in the rev range. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wukindada Posted February 2, 2007 Share Posted February 2, 2007 Welcome:) I maybe going with the opposite swap in about 18mo...... The main reason is due to SOA giving the Axe to the LGT wagon:( To answer your question...... Stock turbo running out of steam...... Toyota 6EATS .........SUCK!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Foos Posted February 2, 2007 Author Share Posted February 2, 2007 Want to trade? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wukindada Posted February 2, 2007 Share Posted February 2, 2007 If it's a 06 with all the options & low miles we can def. talk. I've done a few mods to my wagon though..... Toyota 6EATS .........SUCK!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zmarko Posted February 2, 2007 Share Posted February 2, 2007 The main reason is due to SOA giving the Axe to the LGT wagon You already have an LGT wagon. That's like biting off your nose to spite your face. Why not drive the LGT wagon until it's time for a new car and then make a decision? I'd hate to see you leave the community. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bpkmrtoes Posted February 2, 2007 Share Posted February 2, 2007 what's a "Foos"? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Foos Posted February 2, 2007 Author Share Posted February 2, 2007 Mine is an 04, 38k miles, chip, exhaust, filter, springs...not quite what you're after i take it. It rolls on the highway nicely w/ roughly 280-290 whp. An intercooler would do wonders for the car. I hope you have looked at them seriously though...some flawed designs, esp intercooler. Thanks for the input though. I'd have to to a mild turbo upgrade if i got a LGT. Maybe a stock STI turbo and supporting goodies. And i love that if a motor blows in a subaru there are so many options. Not the case with a volvo R. Cheers PS, a Foos is a gearhead that lives in NH Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c-lo Posted February 2, 2007 Share Posted February 2, 2007 You already have an LGT wagon. That's like biting off your nose to spite your face. Why not drive the LGT wagon until it's time for a new car and then make a decision? I'd hate to see you leave the community. that's what I'm doing. gonna keep her for awhile. especially since she's got 56k and a 5spd.. still a fan of the volvo v70r 258k miles - Stock engine/minor suspension upgrades/original shocks/rear struts replaced at 222k/4 passenger side wheel bearings/3 clutches/1 radiator/3 turbos Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BDII Posted February 2, 2007 Share Posted February 2, 2007 PS, a Foos is a gearhead that lives in NH OH RLY? I live in NH:icon_bigg Need forum help? Private Message legGTLT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wukindada Posted February 2, 2007 Share Posted February 2, 2007 You already have an LGT wagon. That's like biting off your nose to spite your face. Why not drive the LGT wagon until it's time for a new car and then make a decision? I'd hate to see you leave the community. I'll be a LGT owner for @ least another 18mo...... I'd really like to be around much longer but knowing SOA.... Toyota 6EATS .........SUCK!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jedi Pimp Posted February 3, 2007 Share Posted February 3, 2007 No LGT wagon? What about no V70R? Volvo has not announced the new V70R either. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wukindada Posted February 3, 2007 Share Posted February 3, 2007 Oh yes they have spring 08;) Toyota 6EATS .........SUCK!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
donswhitegt Posted February 3, 2007 Share Posted February 3, 2007 Back on topic, My "slowness 5EAT" has really good power on the highway, just drop it back a gear ot two and hang on. At speeds that I am not allowed to discuss on this forum it still pulls like a train. I have owned 3 Volvos previously, a 1972 144, 1987 740 GLE, 1885 240 wagon. The 72 would scratch the tires in 3 gears (it was not stock). Welcome to the darkside. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
red beast Posted February 3, 2007 Share Posted February 3, 2007 maybe geddyup will buy it. which mechanics shop is it at? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Foos Posted February 3, 2007 Author Share Posted February 3, 2007 new v70r in spring 08? what motor? Also, I know it's only speculation but might an sti wagon be here by then? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wukindada Posted February 3, 2007 Share Posted February 3, 2007 It's a "all new" 3.2L Should be here in 08.......but it maybe a 3 door hatch & not a 5 door:( Toyota 6EATS .........SUCK!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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