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Old Mar 28th, 2024, 19:33   #9
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Originally Posted by Kev0607 View Post
Doesn't look like they did a great job. In fact, I can't really see any evidence of any treatment!

If you do get a new subframe, make sure you get the car properly treated underneath. You'll end up in the same predicament in future if you don't. I know its not your fault, but they really did do a **** job.

Sadly, its not going to be a cheap fix. I don't know how long you plan on keeping the car? A new sub frame, plus fitting and getting it undersealed professionally with a decent product like fluid film would cost you around $3,000+

I don't think you'll have much luck finding a second hand subframe in decent condition. Salt eats cars alive over there! Its worth a try, but I'd be doubtful.
Only here for say another 18 months before coming back to the UK, so I am inclined to leave as is. Spent money getting the PCV replaced and other bits and pieces... Got a hole in the exhaust and rear trailing arms need doing also... The exhaust Ill get a muffler repair guy to sort it as Volvo here were wanting $7000 for a whole new exhaust system!

Apart from the above, the car runs great. Had it for almost 6 months now.
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