The bmw had just 189 horses, but could be had with a manual transmission and im guessing maybe 5 percent of american 5 series buyers went for three pedals that year, so volvo didnt lose many sales by ditching the manual 960 over here. I did a manual transmission swap on my volvo 850 car. Rwd volvo s but they were fairly uncommon in the usa and usually non turbocharged. My 122 bw35 automatic to m40m41od conversion notes. How to convert from automatic gearbox to manual on volvo. The body features volvo 960 front, bumpers, and a respray two years. European 960 buyers could get fivespeed manual transmissions in the 960. V8 volvos is the internets only community dedicated to helping volvo owners swap v8 engines into their cars. But it could also be the speedo, which is unavailable. The gearbox from the volvo 960 with the straight six engine. Early in the morning on the cruise day before the roadkill ziptie drags, a group of us were discussing the cars wed seen.
Volvo car corporation, volvo cars of north america, inc. What would be involved in a volvo 240 automatic to manual. Decided to roast my old snow tires before getting my new ones mounted. Automatic to manual transmission swap matthews volvo site. Volvo 700 series v8 motor mounting kit jtr stealth. Its a wonderfully powerful and smooth engine that has ample torque, spins fast with a high redline, and has an amazing exhaust note once uncorked with an aftermarket exhaust. This premium transmission oil cooler features a unique plate and fin design, which is 33% more efficient than a comparable tube and fin design. Dec 29, 2015 the automatic transmission in my volvo 850 turbo had over 190k, it worked fine mostly, but hesitate to shift above 5000rpm. Info for preparing for a manual transmission swap on a p80 volvo 850. Automatic transmission fits 9697 volvo 960 927071 fits. I am thinking of looking for a usa model 960 wagon with a blown engine transmission and swapping in a 5speed sourced in europe. The 940 was available with manual transmission m46 and m47 gearboxes and automatic transmission aw70l, aw71l, aw72l and zf4hp22 and the 960 was for most markets only available with a automatic gearbox the new electronically controlled aw3043le with extra programs like eco, sport and winter, and the aw71l or m46 manual gearbox at 960s.
The transmission is mechanically locked when in position p. Connected to a the engine is a volvo 960 transmission and a bmw rear end. Often you may have to pay for it but it will be cheaper and easier than actually changing the auto tran for a manual trans. Info for preparing for a manual transmission swap on a p80 volvo. M90 is the model designation for an automotive rearwheel drive gearbox that was introduced in mid1994 volvo 940960. Completed my manual transmission swap on my 95 volvo 850 t5r. To help ensure your satisfaction with this vehicle, we encourage you. I have wanted to convert my 960 in the us to a m90 manual trans for years. Its easiest to use a 240 manual gearbox crossmember and rubber mounting. This gearbox is the strongest manual transmission that volvo fitted to their rearwheeldrive cars. V8swapped 1989 volvo 740 6speed project at auction with bring a trailer, the home of the best vintage and classic cars online. Ive seen a lot of threads about the manual swap process, where to source parts, how much, how hard, etc. The stealth conversions volvo 700 series v8 motor mounting kit consists of aluminum adapter plates that bolt onto the volvo crossmember, steel engine brackets, chevrolet style rubber isolators and a transmission crossmember. Volvo s manual transmissions that came in the 240 series, the m46 and m47, are not strong enough to indefinitely handle the power that modified redblocks are capable of putting out.
My dad had mentioned that he also notice a pause at about 80mph when letting up off the accelerator it felt like the car coasted for a second or two before the gears kicked in. One thought on how to convert from automatic gearbox to manual on volvo 850, s70, v70 or c70 smog says. If youre in search of volvo 960 manual transmissions aftermarket or oem parts, consider your search over. The body features volvo 960 front, bumpers, and a respray two years ago while the interior and dash is from a volvo 940. So i have been having transmission problems in my 960 that started a few weeks ago. Volvo 960 1996, rapidcool transmission oil cooler with thermal bypass by hayden.
All information, illustrations and specifications contained in this manual are based on the latest product information available at the time of publication. Hello i am looking to buy an original owners manual for a 1962 volvo pv544. I dont know when they swapped from single mass to dual mass but the single. The process of a manual transmission swap in early volvo models up to 1999 is a pretty straightforward conversation. You need to swap in a manual transmission, which means you need to get ahold of one. The automatic transmission in my volvo 850 turbo had over 190k, it worked fine mostly, but hesitate to shift above 5000rpm. The steel engine brackets have slotted mounting holes to allow adjusting the engine position fr. May 03, 20 how to convert from automatic gearbox to manual on volvo 850, s70, v70 or c70.
Manual transmission swap questions general oz volvo. Its all electronic, and basically i think the park neutral. This v8powered volvo 960 wasnt his car, but he did help build it. Jul 12, 20 mvs member darylrobert recently provided a description with photos of an automatic to manual transmission swap on his 1998 v70t.
I believe that in the north america market the 960 was only ever imported with an automatic. All engines feature an aluminum engine block and aluminum cylinder head, forged steel connecting rods, aluminum pistons and double overhead camshafts. One of the last of the rearwheeldrive boxy volvos, this 1994 volvo 960 sedan. If you can import one m90, i would be more than happy to buy a second from you. The dark side of volvo s excellent b8444s v8 not many people know that at one point, volvo offered a v8 in a select few of their vehicles. What would be involved in a volvo 240 automatic to manual transmission conversion. I am thinking of looking for a usa model 960 wagon with a blown enginetransmission and swapping in a 5speed sourced in europe.
Converting an aw71 automatic to an m46 manual transmission by paul demeo with thanks to paul and george holmer. Volvo manual swap is a company that is dedicated to helping end users convert their automatic volvos into manual cars. In the midst of this i have been more and more considering doing a mt swap from my aisin a340e. Volvo aw71 to m46 transmission conversion volvo owners club. The volvo 900 series is a range of executive cars produced by the swedish manufacturer volvo cars from 1990 to 1998. Read pdf service manual volvo 960 service manual volvo 960 volvo 700, 940, 960 service manual repair manual english service manual repair manual, to. The trick is finding the right manual volvo 240 and talking the owner into trading it for your automatic. How to convert from automatic gearbox to manual on volvo 850, s70, v70 or c70. Would have been easier if i would have dropped the sub frame on the ground or pull the engine and transmission out of the top together. One of the magazines did a swap into a 240 wagon, didnt they. Manual transmission swap, in this video we removed most of the equipment associated with the automatic gearbox transmission. Volvo 960 1 9 9 7 this manual deals with the operation and care of your volvo. Pull the old shaft and count the teeth to see which is suitable.
Transmission clutch line clutch master cylinder manual brake reservoir shifter base. Rwd volvos but they were fairly uncommon in the usa and usually non turbocharged. The all aluminum engine produces 315 hp and 325 lbft 440 nm of torque. Detailed features and specs for the used 1996 volvo 960 including fuel economy, transmission, warranty, engine type, cylinders, drivetrain and more. Tips from mike hale i was riding in my dads 95 960 when i noticed that the shifting was a little rough. Converting an aw71 automatic to an m46 manual transmission by paul demeo with thanks to paul and george holmer this all began about 2 years ago, when i finally bought my ultimate volvo, a. How to convert from automatic gearbox to manual on volvo 850. Modifications to the transmission input shaft sleeve, the volvo bellhousing, the front section of the driveshaft, the transmission crossmember, and in some models its. Dec 27, 2012 decided to roast my old snow tires before getting my new ones mounted. What to know about a manual swap volvo performance repairs. The bmw 530d gearbox is finally hooked up to the 2jz and in my volvo 940. Just pull a transmission out of any whiteblock 960 and bolt it up. Engineswapped volvo wagons ruled the 2017 ziptie drags.
Its a wonderfully powerful and smooth engine that has ample torque, spins fast with a high redline, and has an amazing exhaust note. Performance parts vintage performance developments. Whether you need a remanufactured transmission for a volvo 850 or c70 fwd, v90, v70, s60, or xc70, or any other model of volvo you may own, you can bet certified transmission has it in inventory and ready to deliver it anywhere in the united states. Volvo 960 the volvo 900 series is a range of executive cars produced by the swedish manufacturer volvo cars from 1990 to 1998. Volvos manual transmissions that came in the 240 series, the m46 and m47, are not strong enough to indefinitely handle the power that modified redblocks are capable of putting out.
An m40 is a 4 speed manual transmission with a sealed output bearing housing followed by an output flange to which the mating flange of the front driveshaft, with its universal joint, bolts. I have also started collecting all od related info on this page. In replacing the m56 gearbox, he removed the drive shafts along with the hub, opting not to use the manual drive shaft due to it not being in great condition. Ford mustang borg warner t5 transmission world class input shaft part number. To help ensure your satisfaction with this vehicle, we encourage you to familiarize.
Volvo 740 940 gertrag 2656 5 speed transmission swap everything you need. Yes volvo offered the manual transmission in most all. The moment everybody has been waiting for, the arrival of the official 700900 series motor mount kit. The incar temperature is automatically monitored by two sensors located in the passenger compartment. Prior to the end of its production, the series was renamed s90 and v90, becoming the last rearwheeldrive cars from volvo. Prior to the end of its production, the 960 was renamed as the volvo s90 saloon and volvo v90 estate, and the 940 was renamed 940 classic, becoming the last rearwheeldrive cars from volvo. We trust that you will enjoy many years of safe driving in your volvo, an automobile designed with your safety and comfort in mind. The fordpowered volvo wagon paul newman built jalopnik. Most volvo 960, s90 and v90 cars are equipped with an aw40 automatic gearbox. Unlike the t5 swap, the t9 transmission swap into a volvo 1800, 122, 140, or 544 uses the stock volvo pilot bearing, release bearing and clutch fork. Beyond great prices, we stock trusted brands manufacturing all types of manual transmissions products for your volvo 960.
Unfortunately, manual examples of this are rare as hens teeth. George achorn of volvo enthusiast site swedespeed took a look. If your transmission is in need of repair, dont compromise the performance and safety of your car with suspect, offbrand replacement parts from the local auto parts chain. The 900 series was introduced in 1990 to replace the 700 series from which it derived. Paul newman was a racer, an actor and an allaround great guy. The volvo modular engine is a family of straightfour, straightfive, and straightsix automobile piston engines that was produced by volvo cars in skovde, sweden from 1990 until 2016.
This is part 1 of an awesome upgrade for volvo 240s, especially those pushing a decent amount more power over stock. Volvo reserves the right to make model changes at any time, or to change specifications or design, without notice and without incurring obligation. Photos of some of the cars we have recently converted. Beginning in the 1995 model year, european cars with the 2. The dark side of volvos excellent b8444s v8 not many people know that at one point, volvo offered a v8 in a select few of their vehicles. Its all electronic, and basically i think the park neutral position switch is broken, so it starts in 3rd gear all the time.
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