Oreo931's 850 T-5R. Couple new things! - TriStateTuners.com :: Home of Tristate Auto Enthusiast

Oreo931 · 11-19-2007, 11:12 PM

I've been on here for a little bit so I decided I would make a member journal. I dont think many people on here like Volvos, or care about them, but I am going to make a page anyways.

Just a little bit of background on my car. It is a very rare model + color that was imported into the U.S. in low numbers. I believe there are only 3000 worldwide. I know for a fact that there were only 180 imported into the U.S., and around 40 or so have been totaled or parted or w/e. This car has a 5 cylinder engine, ~240 hp (stock), and comes with a Mitsubishi td04hl-15g turbocharger that runs ~10.5 psi stock.

I have gone through a lot with this car. I've been through several engines (before finally having mine built), 2 transmissions (before deciding to do a manual swap), and a bunch of other stuff. (see below)

Here are my current modifications:

1995 Yellow 850 T5-R (only 180 sedans and 85 wagons imported to the U.S.)

AUDIO:
-Premium sound system
-6 disc cd changer
-Blitzsafe iPod adapter
-Valentine V1 v1.8 w/ POP
-Alpine MRP-M450 Amp
-Alpine type E 12" sub in a ported box

COSMETIC:
-iPd mesh grille w/ Volvo grille slash
-iPd Black "R" door lock pins
-E-code turn signals
-E-code headlight lensesm
-OEM CF spark plug cover
-17x7" OZ Record Wheels
-Lotek triple gauge pod
-Autometer boost/vac gauge
-AEM UEGO Wideband
-Tinted sidemarkers
-5000k Apexcone HIDs (low beams)
-3000k Apexcone HIDs (fogs)
-850R Rear spoiler
-S70 Roof rails w/ rain diverters
-Habrec front lip spoiler
-Volvo s90 Leather Steering Wheel + Airbag
-Red LED interior light conversion
-Hella supertone horns

SUSPENSION/BRAKES:
-iPd Poly upper engine mount
-iPd Rear Lowering springs
-iPd 25mm Rear sway bar
-TKi Motorsport 20mm race-series Endlinks
-Custom Koni/Afco/TKi Front Coilovers
-EuroSportTuning strut bar
-OEM Front sway bar
-10mm Front Spacers
-Porsche "Big Black" Brake Kit (front)
-330mm Brake Rotors
-SS Brake lines

PERFORMANCE:
-8mm Kingsbourn Ignition Wires
-HKS SSQV BOV
-Stylin' Motors silicone vac lines and intercooler hoses
-EuroSportTuning Intake
-3" BSR downpipe
-2.75" Remus cat back exhaust
-Volvo s60R Exhaust manifold
-M56H Manual transmission swap w/ R clutch
-Snabb short throw shift kit, brass shift cable bushings, delrin shifter base bushings
-AEM Tru Boost EBC
-Custom FMIC
-Upgraded engine grounding wires
-Built motor with forged RSI connecting rods and new internals
-Rebuilt td04hl-15g Turbo w/ Garrett super60 wheel @20psi
-Garrett 10psi Wastegate Actuator

Some of my future plans:
-Larger turbo
-TurboTuner
-Rear Big Brake Kit
-Suede headliner
-Sound deadening (entire car)
-Tint
-Projector Retrofit

Some sweet rolling shots:

If you have any questions or comments, feel free to post

esunbaboon · 11-19-2007, 11:24 PM

Looks great! Btw I love the black spoiler.

Oreo931 · 11-22-2007, 07:13 PM

Some old pics:

Old videos:

Video of 3" downpipe ---> cat ---> 2.5" cat back <no muffler>: (muffler has been added since)

When I first got the car, MBC @ 12psi, BOV clip:

My car on the dyno, pretty much stock and lacking basic maintenance:

jmhockey87 · 11-22-2007, 07:34 PM

niceeee... i always wanted one of the t5r's, my first car was a 93 850GLT..ran forever i got rid of it with 220,000 miles on it

Kevin · 11-22-2007, 07:47 PM

kewl car.

PA Z06 · 11-23-2007, 10:16 AM

I love volvo's

ikozhukhin · 11-24-2007, 12:35 AM

nice car. i'm not a fan of the black spoiler though. maybe the carbon mirrors will even it out a bit. did u get rid of the halo headlights?

Oreo931 · 11-24-2007, 02:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ikozhukhin

nice car. i'm not a fan of the black spoiler though. maybe the carbon mirrors will even it out a bit. did u get rid of the halo headlights?

I got rid of the angel eye headlights. I regret it now, because they were the only set in the US <made by me

> I planned on getting a different set of headlights, but I ended up having to spend the money I got for selling my old lights on some maintenance items. Hopefully I will be able to buy the headlights I want AND install angel eyes in them.

As for the spoiler, I plan on having it painted in the summer <not the lip though>.

Oreo931 · 11-28-2007, 03:20 PM

Installed an EST (Euro Sport Tuning) Intake last night. Looks and sounds awesome.
More info: http://www.eurosporttuning.ca/Mercha...Code=VL-850-en

Oreo931 · 11-29-2007, 09:29 PM

Purchased an EST (Euro Sport Tuning) chromed strut bar today. Will post pictures of all of the new stuff after I change oil, wash, and put on winter wheels.
Link to product: http://www.eurosporttuning.ca/Mercha...Code=VL-850-su

redline · 11-29-2007, 09:50 PM

I like the yellow/black look and man this thing is a sleeper! Go with a 20G.

Kevin · 11-29-2007, 10:23 PM

This car is secks.

justinlansdale · 11-30-2007, 01:22 AM

love the plate! hah.

Oreo931 · 11-30-2007, 01:35 AM

Updated with some videos

dragonfly2k3 · 11-30-2007, 01:55 AM

wow, rare and it appears to be in nearly immaculate condition. I suggest buying a daily and keeping that a mint rare car. Is there much aftermarket wise as far as built internals and such?

Oreo931 · 11-30-2007, 02:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dragonfly2k3

wow, rare and it appears to be in nearly immaculate condition. I suggest buying a daily and keeping that a mint rare car. Is there much aftermarket wise as far as built internals and such?

I do have another car. My sister drives it for the most part.
Its also slightly modified (mostly cosmetic and sound stuff because its n/a). Here is a picture or two:

To be honest, the yellow has 173k on it, it is in GREAT shape inside and out, and it runs well too. Once the motor "gets tired" per say, or once I find another motor for cheap, then I plan on doing a small build. Otherwise, I'm going to daily drive the hell out of the car, I love it too much to let it sit.

There is an aftermarket for internals. They arent as widely available as most other aftermarket internals are, but you CAN get them. It just takes a little longer to get them <they are made and shipped from outside the US> and costs a little more.

Edit: Contrary to what most people would think, there is a very good aftermarket for Volvos in Europe, and it isnt unusual for them to be heavily modified over there. Especially in Sweden

Oreo931 · 12-02-2007, 08:33 PM

Some pictures of my winter setup. These are reposts from my showroom post...

LOL:

Kevin · 12-02-2007, 10:07 PM

Two boost gauges?

And I liked the halo's you had.

Oreo931 · 12-03-2007, 01:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kevin

Two boost gauges?

And I liked the halo's you had.

The AEM Tru Boost is an electronic boost controller.

Kevin · 12-03-2007, 01:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Oreo931

The AEM Tru Boost is an electronic boost controller.

ohh lol

I don't really believe in electronic boost controllers. Muh bad.

11-19-2007, 11:12 PM	#1
Oreo931 Tri-State Addict Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: DE Member #5299 My Ride: 1995 Volvo 850 T5-R iTrader: (1)	Oreo931's 850 T-5R. Couple new things! I've been on here for a little bit so I decided I would make a member journal. I dont think many people on here like Volvos, or care about them, but I am going to make a page anyways. Just a little bit of background on my car. It is a very rare model + color that was imported into the U.S. in low numbers. I believe there are only 3000 worldwide. I know for a fact that there were only 180 imported into the U.S., and around 40 or so have been totaled or parted or w/e. This car has a 5 cylinder engine, ~240 hp (stock), and comes with a Mitsubishi td04hl-15g turbocharger that runs ~10.5 psi stock. I have gone through a lot with this car. I've been through several engines (before finally having mine built), 2 transmissions (before deciding to do a manual swap), and a bunch of other stuff. (see below) Here are my current modifications: 1995 Yellow 850 T5-R (only 180 sedans and 85 wagons imported to the U.S.) AUDIO: -Premium sound system -6 disc cd changer -Blitzsafe iPod adapter -Valentine V1 v1.8 w/ POP -Alpine MRP-M450 Amp -Alpine type E 12" sub in a ported box COSMETIC: -iPd mesh grille w/ Volvo grille slash -iPd Black "R" door lock pins -E-code turn signals -E-code headlight lensesm -OEM CF spark plug cover -17x7" OZ Record Wheels -Lotek triple gauge pod -Autometer boost/vac gauge -AEM UEGO Wideband -Tinted sidemarkers -5000k Apexcone HIDs (low beams) -3000k Apexcone HIDs (fogs) -850R Rear spoiler -S70 Roof rails w/ rain diverters -Habrec front lip spoiler -Volvo s90 Leather Steering Wheel + Airbag -Red LED interior light conversion -Hella supertone horns SUSPENSION/BRAKES: -iPd Poly upper engine mount -iPd Rear Lowering springs -iPd 25mm Rear sway bar -TKi Motorsport 20mm race-series Endlinks -Custom Koni/Afco/TKi Front Coilovers -EuroSportTuning strut bar -OEM Front sway bar -10mm Front Spacers -Porsche "Big Black" Brake Kit (front) -330mm Brake Rotors -SS Brake lines PERFORMANCE: -8mm Kingsbourn Ignition Wires -HKS SSQV BOV -Stylin' Motors silicone vac lines and intercooler hoses -EuroSportTuning Intake -3" BSR downpipe -2.75" Remus cat back exhaust -Volvo s60R Exhaust manifold -M56H Manual transmission swap w/ R clutch -Snabb short throw shift kit, brass shift cable bushings, delrin shifter base bushings -AEM Tru Boost EBC -Custom FMIC -Upgraded engine grounding wires -Built motor with forged RSI connecting rods and new internals -Rebuilt td04hl-15g Turbo w/ Garrett super60 wheel @20psi -Garrett 10psi Wastegate Actuator Some of my future plans: -Larger turbo -TurboTuner -Rear Big Brake Kit -Suede headliner -Sound deadening (entire car) -Tint -Projector Retrofit Some sweet rolling shots: If you have any questions or comments, feel free to post __________________ 1995 Volvo 850 T5-R To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures. Last edited by Oreo931; 08-25-2010 at 07:59 PM.

11-22-2007, 07:13 PM	#3
Oreo931 Tri-State Addict Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: DE Member #5299 My Ride: 1995 Volvo 850 T5-R iTrader: (1)	Some old pics: Old videos: Video of 3" downpipe ---> cat ---> 2.5" cat back <no muffler>: (muffler has been added since) When I first got the car, MBC @ 12psi, BOV clip: My car on the dyno, pretty much stock and lacking basic maintenance: __________________ 1995 Volvo 850 T5-R To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures. Last edited by Oreo931; 07-08-2009 at 09:43 AM.

11-22-2007, 07:34 PM	#4
jmhockey87 Tri-State Aficionado Join Date: May 2007 Location: West Chester, PA Member #4675 My Ride: 2010 Volvo C30 R Design iTrader: (1)	niceeee... i always wanted one of the t5r's, my first car was a 93 850GLT..ran forever i got rid of it with 220,000 miles on it __________________ 2010 Volvo C-30 R-Design

11-23-2007, 10:16 AM	#6
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11-24-2007, 12:35 AM	#7
ikozhukhin Tri-State Addict Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Philly Member #2127 iTrader: (0)	nice car. i'm not a fan of the black spoiler though. maybe the carbon mirrors will even it out a bit. did u get rid of the halo headlights? __________________ -----Igor----- My To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures. My To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures.

11-19-2007, 11:24 PM	#2
esunbaboon Tri-State Addict Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Feasterville Member #2490 My Ride: 1992 Volvo 940 Turbo iTrader: (0)	Looks great! Btw I love the black spoiler.

11-28-2007, 03:20 PM	#9
Oreo931 Tri-State Addict Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: DE Member #5299 My Ride: 1995 Volvo 850 T5-R iTrader: (1)	Installed an EST (Euro Sport Tuning) Intake last night. Looks and sounds awesome. More info: http://www.eurosporttuning.ca/Mercha...Code=VL-850-en __________________ 1995 Volvo 850 T5-R To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures.

11-29-2007, 09:29 PM	#10
Oreo931 Tri-State Addict Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: DE Member #5299 My Ride: 1995 Volvo 850 T5-R iTrader: (1)	Purchased an EST (Euro Sport Tuning) chromed strut bar today. Will post pictures of all of the new stuff after I change oil, wash, and put on winter wheels. Link to product: http://www.eurosporttuning.ca/Mercha...Code=VL-850-su __________________ 1995 Volvo 850 T5-R To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures.

11-29-2007, 09:50 PM	#11
redline Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Kaiserslautern, Germany Member #784 iTrader: (1)	I like the yellow/black look and man this thing is a sleeper! Go with a 20G. __________________ 2006 Evo 9 Special Edition Last edited by redline; 11-29-2007 at 09:53 PM.

11-30-2007, 01:22 AM	#13
justinlansdale Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Montgomeryville, PA Member #4286 My Ride: old BMW & obnoxious bike(s) iTrader: (5)	love the plate! hah. __________________ // To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures.

11-30-2007, 01:35 AM	#14
Oreo931 Tri-State Addict Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: DE Member #5299 My Ride: 1995 Volvo 850 T5-R iTrader: (1)	Updated with some videos __________________ 1995 Volvo 850 T5-R To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures.

11-30-2007, 01:55 AM	#15
dragonfly2k3 Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Mar 2007 Member #4106 iTrader: (5)	wow, rare and it appears to be in nearly immaculate condition. I suggest buying a daily and keeping that a mint rare car. Is there much aftermarket wise as far as built internals and such?

12-02-2007, 08:33 PM	#17
Oreo931 Tri-State Addict Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: DE Member #5299 My Ride: 1995 Volvo 850 T5-R iTrader: (1)	Some pictures of my winter setup. These are reposts from my showroom post... LOL: __________________ 1995 Volvo 850 T5-R To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures.

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