G/box: AWD: - Transfer Box Repair / Fitting in or around London?

mracattack · Aug 16th, 2021, 12:01

Hi Volvo Owners Club!

My first post - hope this is in the right part of the forum.

We have a beloved 2001 V70 Cross Country with 180K miles (and many more to go!) that needs a transfer box replacement. I've found a used replacement part on eBay (ours is pretty shot) but am struggling to find anyone to fit this part as our usual mechanic is booked up for a long time.

Wondered if anyone had any recommendations for someone in or around London to take on this job? Ideally would like to have the replacement part repaired to brand new standard before fitting, i've seen a lot of companies doing this for BMW/Mini/Land Rovers but struggling to find a Volvo specialist.

Any advice really gratefully received!

SIAMBLUE · Aug 20th, 2021, 19:08

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Originally Posted by mracattack

Hi Volvo Owners Club!

My first post - hope this is in the right part of the forum.

We have a beloved 2001 V70 Cross Country with 180K miles (and many more to go!) that needs a transfer box replacement. I've found a used replacement part on eBay (ours is pretty shot) but am struggling to find anyone to fit this part as our usual mechanic is booked up for a long time.

Wondered if anyone had any recommendations for someone in or around London to take on this job? Ideally would like to have the replacement part repaired to brand new standard before fitting, i've seen a lot of companies doing this for BMW/Mini/Land Rovers but struggling to find a Volvo specialist.

Any advice really gratefully received!

Cheapest option would be to remove the prop and make it 2WD unless you really use the AWD.

The Thong · Aug 20th, 2021, 21:19

I know it’s a bit out of London but there’s a company by Aylesbury called Horton Cars, they a respected Volvo specialist and they’re all knowing in the very issue you have. It’s worth contacting them and they have courtesy motors too.

https://hortoncars.co.uk/

TT

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mracattack New Member Last Online: Aug 16th, 2021 14:15 Join Date: Aug 2021 Location: London	Transfer Box Repair / Fitting in or around London? Hi Volvo Owners Club! My first post - hope this is in the right part of the forum. We have a beloved 2001 V70 Cross Country with 180K miles (and many more to go!) that needs a transfer box replacement. I've found a used replacement part on eBay (ours is pretty shot) but am struggling to find anyone to fit this part as our usual mechanic is booked up for a long time. Wondered if anyone had any recommendations for someone in or around London to take on this job? Ideally would like to have the replacement part repaired to brand new standard before fitting, i've seen a lot of companies doing this for BMW/Mini/Land Rovers but struggling to find a Volvo specialist. Any advice really gratefully received!

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The Thong VOC Member Last Online: Yesterday 18:58 Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: The Independent Republic of Leamington Spa	I know it’s a bit out of London but there’s a company by Aylesbury called Horton Cars, they a respected Volvo specialist and they’re all knowing in the very issue you have. It’s worth contacting them and they have courtesy motors too. https://hortoncars.co.uk/ TT __________________ Never underestimate the power of stupid. It’ can’t be reasoned or negotiated with and you’ll never never beat it…. Cut your losses, smile and walk away Currently Volvoless but Thong will be back Last edited by The Thong; Aug 20th, 2021 at 21:30.

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