CLEARING The Final Code On My CHEAP Volvo C30 Took 4 HOURS *Shifter Blind*

CLEARING The Final Code On My CHEAP Volvo C30 Took 4 HOURS Shifter Blind

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3 жыл бұрын

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Well the cheapest Volvo C30 in the country might have only been $3,000 but it cost me well over $1,500 on parts. Not only were the parts expensive but days of labor went into getting everything right. The work paid off though, the turbocharged 5 cylinder engine was tamed with a set of new engine mounts, the turn signal doesn't randomly turn on after each bump, and the clunky suspension is once again buttery smooth. I love this quirky little car, but it's time for it to find a new home. I'm going to list it on AutoTempest then post the link here and in the comments tomorrow.
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@WatchJRGo 3 жыл бұрын

IT'S FOR SALE! www.autotempest.com/details/ag-1658439202?showDescription=1

@yourgay3226 3 жыл бұрын

First 😄

@gnarkill099 3 жыл бұрын

I like your description of the car on autotempest.

@joelabster6538 3 жыл бұрын

Do want!!

@mr.miyashiro 3 жыл бұрын

Wasn’t one of the brake lights broken?

@nytnapoli8327 3 жыл бұрын

Great work. I am sure you will sell it quickly.

@SandyNickk 3 жыл бұрын

“You know what they say..” *Dramatic pause* “...turn down for what”

@MikeBeauchamp 3 жыл бұрын

I just spent 25 minutes watching a video about how to change parts I’ll never work on, for a car I’ll never own 😂 Enjoyed this series though and watching it come back to life! Hope you do more like this with AutoTempest! I’ve started using them more lately.

@corbingreiner9879 3 жыл бұрын

"The last screw you'll ever need." Yea , I was married once.

@lmacp6164 3 жыл бұрын

Okay, but what about the bent rims, the cover for the front head light washer, and last but not least the rear taillight lens ?? We do watch when you did your evaluation after purchase. Love this car.

@davidpedder9048 3 жыл бұрын

LOL !! He didn't answer, so we can assume he spent enough money and time fixing the more important parts

@nelakendra2296 3 жыл бұрын

Just a couple things - you should use impact rated extensions or at least an extension with a lot tighter fit. Your extension is robbing a lot of power from your impact. Its acting like a really shitty torque stick pretty much. Second - the car's systems all 'failed' when you pulled out that head unit not because the head unit controls the whole car but because that was a MOST link. Its a ring network so any break in the network prevents ALL the modules in the network from communicating. You can get bypass loop adapters which would let you bypass individual modules without causing a ring wide failure.

@robsimpson9784 3 жыл бұрын

Using chrome bits with an impact gun is just asking for trouble. They will eventually crack or shred as shown in the video.

@joedogmckeel 3 жыл бұрын

Good Job JR. And you are fair on the price. The new owner can track the repairs and know it is not some janky flip but actual repairs that were done.

@JonBlondell 3 жыл бұрын

I love my volvo! 'O4 V70, 230,000 miles, had it 1 month, runs perfectly! One owner car. I've had 7 Volvos, all great!

@greathornedowl3644 3 жыл бұрын

I had a '90 240 Wagon (5sp, RWD), bought in 2000 with 120k and drove another decade to about 275k, ran like a watch - other than oil changes never touched the motor. Think tires and brakes every year (weight? vehicles not mine), traded it in (2012 Honda Accord Coupe) when blower fan (under dash) went out and the price was $700. Could kick myself for letting go for $800.

@snowyowl7042 3 жыл бұрын

Think Volvos have declined (safety and reliability) since the mid-late 90s

@RichieRouge206 3 жыл бұрын

My 2006 V70 is awesome. After the P2 they became too modern...

@VanisleNSX 3 жыл бұрын

Wow, that shifter blind repair was a lot more work than I would have thought.

@harnettsgarage 3 жыл бұрын

Tip, if you do a shifter blind again, pop the tray out behind the waterfall, remove the two T25's from behind the panel above that tray, remove the two t25 screws in the back of the center console in the bottom of the pocket under the arm rest, the entire center console will slide back enough you can access the two screws at the base of the waterfall, also tug the plastic around the parking brake handle off. I do tons of these....I have never pulled the armrest and the grey trim out.

@matthchuw1796 Жыл бұрын

could you make a video, i just pulled out the armrest and grey trim but if there's a better method I would love to know. How does the center console slide? Mine is not budging

@PrestonDude 3 жыл бұрын

Love the content JR, always a great time watching your videos!

@briancorrigan5350 3 жыл бұрын

And you had it in your hands! The coolant tank on these is known to break and leak at the seams. They have a low window washer sensor/warning but no low coolant sensor for the coolant tank. I'm rebuilding an 11 with a manual and I will be swapping in a new tank. Nice work all around. I'll be checking those motor mounts now. Thanks for the walkthrough.

@philzvids3577 2 жыл бұрын

Great series of videos. I'm looking at buying one of these in supposedly good condition and your videos have shown me all the weak points on thrashed examples, so I know what faults to look for. Thanks very much and I have subscribed to your channel.

@MakinEndsMeet69 3 жыл бұрын

Great video John Robert as usual all the explanation pays off so many people are going to actually know how to do that now thanks for sharing. Stay safe stay well and as always God bless

@lisnjay 3 жыл бұрын

The "I did it" along with the look of despair made me laugh so hard I snorted and choked. We've all been there brother!

@alanleclair1 3 жыл бұрын

Great episode. Knocking on the door of 250k subs! I've been around since you were under 100k!

@terrylessmann2274 3 жыл бұрын

You know you're single when your parts washer is your kitchen sink. Mine is too.

@Lasertrac 3 жыл бұрын

Interesting. The magical rainbow rabbit is gone at 24:51, then magical reappears at 25:02. Me thinks something is up with that rabbit.

@backmalfunction 3 жыл бұрын

Would love to see more Vids on the C30 . Upgrades / detailing / customisations.... a guy can dream!

@brantleyhudson2892 3 жыл бұрын

Great job on all the details. I'm not even in the car market, but that's a sweet little car.

@jackgalbraith5652 3 жыл бұрын

Love watching your videos JR!

@neilaturner 3 жыл бұрын

Based on an earlier vid I decided to change out the rear sway bar bushings on my S40... Except I did it in a car park, with no ramps and only two socket wrenches... 12yr / 125k mile Scottish weather beaten under car parts are such a pleasure to work on. Sweet times, my neck is still hating me two days later.

@CJLeTeff 3 жыл бұрын

JR, the master at working one-handed! 😂👍👍

@BSGSV 3 жыл бұрын

So many grateful cars owe their thanks to you, JR.

@dellstudio10 3 жыл бұрын

Good job as always brother!

@MrBlaser51 3 жыл бұрын

Thank god for your attention to detail and not be OCD !!!

@mtkst1 3 жыл бұрын

Becoming one of my fav follows, like the cheap builds.

@ajw828 3 жыл бұрын

You do love that 3-flash! Love the Fresh Prince pun. Well played sir.

@RayMainBagpiper 3 жыл бұрын

Pretty cool ... My C30 with the automatic ran low15's at 93 mph at Rocky Mountain Raceways in Salt Lake City. Almost got into the 14's. that's at 4300 ft altitude. Thanks for posting !!!

@jay-em 3 жыл бұрын

That work light was money will spent from the viewers perspective.

@SirBoops 3 жыл бұрын

You have so much faith in those new parts working, when you put it back tougher and don't even test before hand!

@robsimpson9784 3 жыл бұрын

Those felt washers for the battery work awesome. I live in Canada where we get a lot of corrosion due to salt on the roads in winter and I’ve never had any battery terminal corrosion ever since I started using them 8 years ago.

@stanleychung88 3 жыл бұрын

This is an excellent series. Hope it inspires people to diy

@joseromero399 3 жыл бұрын

Really excited to see the twilight of this build

@ultraviolettp3446 3 жыл бұрын

Well done video, JRCAMO. I actually like that car which is weird since most of the junk here is without merit. He could teach Redline Reviews how to do actual 0-60 times instead of his usual "about x seconds" as he drives with his head inside his body. I gained some respect for you upgrading and fixing this car mostly on your own effort. A true video delight.

@fridonina 3 жыл бұрын

Very professional job !

@Danman1972 3 жыл бұрын

That little 12v is a beast. I know my M18 1/4 fuel impact is a beast for sure! I have been wanting to by a tool with the M12 to get the batteries for a few things. As well as some of the pack out

@esthergennn 3 жыл бұрын

The passenger side mirror glass falling out happens to all of these. I remember driving down the highway checking the mirror and seeing it was just gone._. I believe it's a symptom of ice separating the adhesive. Point is it's possible to replace just the glass for about $15 with brand new glass.

@Eaglemerritt 3 жыл бұрын

You know what they say, *long pause* turn down for what. 😂

@UberHowie 3 жыл бұрын

Good job. Looks and sounds great

@kristapskronis8900 3 жыл бұрын

This was very nice video!

@jameslarson7452 3 жыл бұрын

DSTC off would have been easy, the PCM limits Torque in 1st and 2nd at the mapping level just for that torque steer issue. I still heart this car.

@johntarver5684 3 жыл бұрын

I like your opening on AT about the description “This hot hatch might have been built to transport vampires around the Alaskan countryside, but don't worry it can take normal people to work or school in style.”

@Bliggity 3 жыл бұрын

My wife’s 13 explorer has the same blinker stock. When I googled how to do it. It was shocking how easy it was. But that does not stop Ford from charging 1hr to replace. It took me 6 mins.

@billnalder1017 3 жыл бұрын

And not one swear word when that extension fell out for the fifth time- at least not on camera!..lol

@simonalowishussr8213 3 жыл бұрын

I guess it’s time to get another extension

@jaym9529 3 жыл бұрын

Wow J & J auto wrecking is Awesome!!!👍👍👍

@Aaronthegreatish 3 жыл бұрын

I look at the times you upload sometimes and wonder when do you sleep? I really like watching the videos everyday, but I worry you might burn out. I hope you're still having fun.

@rogerstone4738 3 жыл бұрын

Great Sunday night treat!!!

@Alexander_l322 3 жыл бұрын

YES! I have the very large Milwaukee impact gun so I can undo the motor mounts without using my breaker bar. As if I didn’t already know this information 😄

@salchristiano6606 3 жыл бұрын

Looking good. Another one gets back on the road.

@jean-marcandjoshua-petsjournal 3 жыл бұрын

Great work, you have saved a very unique car.

@RyanDimal 3 жыл бұрын

That engine bay light is awesome. wow

@JB91710 3 жыл бұрын

I like those cars. I like the P 1800 rear end. Wish the were AWD!

@robj2704 3 жыл бұрын

Throwing money at these cars, you gonna get a Hoovie reputation.

@ekw555 3 жыл бұрын

nothing like watching JR lovingly polish a knob.

@stevel1973 3 жыл бұрын

Enjoying the off-camera chuckling :)

@j.f.l.7649 3 жыл бұрын

Loved the DJ Snake Lil Jon - Turn Down for What reference and I've not heard someone use the term grody in decades. lol Did you fix the headlight washers?

@donny95 3 жыл бұрын

do you ever notice he never help any other you tubers which would help him exponentially but only helps him self with his other friends ???????

@chorton38305 3 жыл бұрын

John, if you'll just put one of those little supermagnets on the shaft of your screwdriver, you won't lose any of those screws if they are metallic. Saved me losing a lot of little screws into places I couldn't get or find.

@robbusheay4258 3 жыл бұрын

every time you drop something.........I seem to hear you saying "real quick"......lol. Nice video JR

@mikeluscher159 3 жыл бұрын

I've got that 3/8 stubby M12 Fuel, put the bigger XC 4.0 battery on, it makes a big difference

@WatchJRGo 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, I grabbed a bunch of big batteries but I wanted to keep the impact small 💯

@mikeluscher159 3 жыл бұрын

@@WatchJRGo There's also an excellent sale at HD now on M12 battery bundles, buy one get one free You'll never know how you lived without the portable tire Inflator or the Rocket light

@RichieRouge206 3 жыл бұрын

Took my waterfall out my V50 many times lol. Great fixes dude

@johnl3230 3 жыл бұрын

Those engines sound nice 😁

@cruisingforbaddrivers...8612 3 жыл бұрын

Pre check list before removing and replacing small panels, antiseptic ointment check, Band-Aids check...

@Alex-sz8ku 3 жыл бұрын

Man you're making me want one of these! My bank account would hate me tho. 🤣

@jameslarson7452 3 жыл бұрын

In fairness mine had none of these problems... I had completely different ways to spend money on it.

@DocMackGarage 3 жыл бұрын

I like how you just threw the box out the window 12:02

@ethansulkin576 3 жыл бұрын

Yep, my shifter blind broke on my S40 too.. Thankfully that car is long gone

@p2rvolvo 3 жыл бұрын

I’m about to do the shifter blind on my ‘09 C70! Your video will be very helpful in the process; any tips you didn’t say in the video?

@paulgraz09 3 жыл бұрын

I'm a long term C30 owner - just 2 comments - you should have replaced the coolant tank. I could see it was yellowed, once they get that way, they're prone to cracking. You lose coolant, overheat - and then BAM - blown head gasket. The tank is a cheap part, just replace it. Second thing, you didn't need to change the whole mirror assembly, you can just pop new mirror elements in. Very easy, could have saved you a bunch of time. Otherwise, great job! The next owner is going to love you guys for the work you did!

@RicardoPCGamer 3 жыл бұрын

that coolant reservoir is the same one from the Focus/Mazda 3. Also that upper engine mount looks similar too. LMAO Ford/Mazda/Volvo really do share parts 😂

@RayMainBagpiper 3 жыл бұрын

Suspension parts are Mazda 3, yeap.

@spooky_leftist 3 жыл бұрын

The mirror caps just pop off?!! That fixes my whole life! The caps on my s40 are totally melted & scratched. They look horrible. So glad it's an easy fix!

@stephengeraghty3368 Жыл бұрын

Last time I heard the word Grody was on a Frank Zappa song VALLEY GIRL. Cricky brilliant videos.

@unstablebobgable 3 жыл бұрын

If I could help Watch JR Goes work on the Volvo C30 I would drink the cold Bartle Skeets and roll up the fat Woolford and get all schmoked up.

@seangroves76 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you 4 the video

@austinstockton9221 2 жыл бұрын

Actually have a 2011 c30 and the shift blind is broken so like usual look it up on KZfaq and found this one and thanks for the help

@johncarella1836 3 жыл бұрын

Hey bud I have a question and would be absolutely crazy happy if you could answer it!?! What are 3 of the best old school thin CD players? I just bought a 1996 yoda and I am going to put a mini system but need your knowledge on the Deck I should look for! I remember that video where you called out the thin CD player that was a really good one when it came out! If you can please recommend me one!!!! Love the channel Dieing to see the Audi!!!! Can’t wait Thanks man!

@BenLinaAna 3 жыл бұрын

Hey JR the Milwaukee M12 stubby impact should not be used with a low amperage battery thats most likely why you had an issue breaking the bolts on the mounts loose, nothing less than an M12 3.0 battery same goes with all impacts. Ben from Long Island Ny

@collinklitz7434 3 жыл бұрын

OG here. Thanks for the content JR

@jmo2321 3 жыл бұрын

This car had two options for batteries. I believe the diesel versions outside the US came with a larger battery and shorter post. I went with the larger battery and bought the shorter post so it would fit. Larger battery generally has lasted longer.

@pclayton5063 3 жыл бұрын

Great to see JR working with BOTH hands. Camera man needs a little help but still a real improvement. :-)

@QBandBookingKC 3 жыл бұрын

Great job.

@08mhudd 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! You guys are awesome

@sftny9881 3 жыл бұрын

Safety first. Camera man stays buckled in!

@stevenpdxedu 3 жыл бұрын

Seems like nearly every modern car has some kind of plastic or rubber "achilles heel". Near 100K mi, some plastic part will go bad and fixing it would be more than the car is worth. JRGo has the gift though, all those creaking snapping plastic parts would just be bits of broken junk in my hands. Thanks for the fun! Kudos for your skill.

@jiveh4x 3 жыл бұрын

next level one liners achieved

@deadpixelmedia3171 3 жыл бұрын

Many comments in one............. -That front mount is a lot easier to do if you take the timing cover off. as it looks like maybe you found out when you couldn't get it back in easy. -As for the battery, if you don't have the best sound system optioned the battery is right, there are actually 2 different sized batteries for them, there should be a box and cover that would help it not look under sized but yours seems to be missing. -BTW i made a video of the mounts too.. specific note about not forgetting that little 8mm on the trans mount ;-) and you forgot the most important "mount" the dog-bone mount under and behind the trans, that will make a huge difference it's the #1 thing to swap out when getting one of these the factory ones are notoriously bad, way too soft, and fail if you look at them wrong really is too bad you got the auto... if you ever get the chance to drive a manual C30.. take it . they are fin little cars.

@zacharyf.568 3 жыл бұрын

Its interesting that the turn signal stalk is independent from the wiper stalk. I guess Volvo do things a little differently.

@Alexander_l322 3 жыл бұрын

Yes they do it better.

@FE428Power 3 жыл бұрын

You must have connections at Autotempest. The car is the first ad !

@braaapattack2937 3 жыл бұрын

Toyota does it separate also

@aaronturner1072 3 жыл бұрын

Most foreign cars are this way. Also GM products, at least in things that are not trucks and built after 2007.

@rex_s80 3 жыл бұрын

It’s that way on my 99 s80 as well.

@1armedguy4 3 жыл бұрын

Remember the old saying, Mirror Mirror on the wall (car) who's the swiftest of them all, JR is, JR is !

@racerx009 3 жыл бұрын

New gear shift...3....2....1....blast off!

@duanerobinson935 3 жыл бұрын

I like it when Jake is in the episode.

@firedrew 3 жыл бұрын

Quarter million subscriber top gear/grand tour style special??? You're so close!

@davidearrigone9411 3 жыл бұрын

You should do an external detail and also add the missing headlight washer cover

@Digital-Dan 3 жыл бұрын

I'd love to see mfrs. make more stuff modular like the turn signal stalk.

@TheJeracuda 3 жыл бұрын

lmao why is the dude in the passengers seat wearing his seat belt when the car is parked inside your garage not even running let alone moving?

@craigo3928 3 жыл бұрын

Car would probably annoyingly beep the whole time if passenger has undone.

@nabilm2941 3 жыл бұрын

Did you replace the cracked taillights? I don't remember you doing so 🤔

@marcellis7002 3 жыл бұрын

JR be working hella fast 🤣 slow down bro.

@Jarblake 3 жыл бұрын

I appreciate the garage subwoofer.

@Hardcorediver44 3 жыл бұрын

Do you magnetize your screwdrivers? It helps if the screws are steel.

@WatchJRGo 3 жыл бұрын

Nah, I prefer unmagnetized honestly, with the right bit they usually don't fall 🍻

@Alexander_l322 3 жыл бұрын

A touch of grease on the end will hold it in

@Bumblebee4788 3 жыл бұрын

Or masking tape, wax, or gum!

@AbsoluteRebuilds 3 жыл бұрын

Haha that mirror dirty!

@davidpedder9048 3 жыл бұрын

LOL !!! My 2011 S80 lost its passinger side mirror glass on the highway a few weeks ago.