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About a year ago, I had the belt/tensioner/idler/WP changed when I owned my S60 2.5T. Most obvious effect of the change was the engine being much more quick to rev. Just recently did the same timing service on my '05 XC90 with the 2.5T, as well. Noted the same improvements as OP - I'm fairly...

MCompact, Was the '15 Mustang you drove still in "Vehicle Transport Mode" by any chance? From what I've heard, power is limited while it's in that mode, and that may have contributed to how slow it felt.

I'll third the Euro-oil suggestions, especially with the turbo. My S60 runs either M1 0W-40 or GC 0W-30. I actually prefer the GC, engine feels just a touch smoother to rev - but both seem to hold up very well to the turbo's strain on oil.

I'm biased, but I'm quite partial to the 05-09 Volvo S60's rear design. The 2015 Mustang is dead sexy from the back, too.

Originally Posted By: Klutch9 Essentially, I am getting a clunk when shifting from P to D, or from P to R, or from R to D (whenever there is a change in load direction in the drivetrain). Also if I let off the gas and coast, and vice versa... Sounds a lot like a transmission mount, more so...

The 32-valve 4.6L is a wonderful engine. However, things to look out for: -Intake Manifold Runner Controls - worst on the '96 Mark VIII, but not great on all years. They can stick and cause a serious drop in low-RPM torque. -Timing chains (especially on earlier year Lincoln 4.6s) rattle at...

My Volvo S60 gets COLD. Heat is actually fantastic, too. Best overall HVAC system I've had. The '04 Mustang GT I had before was not as fortunate. No leaks or anything.. but the AC really struggled (and put a noticeable damper on engine performance, in combination with the pulled timing in the...

Used plenty of Sil-Glyde on the back of pads, on slide pins, and on contact points (the pads have little "ears" that ride on the caliper brackets.) Pads were easy, so unless they're defective (Power Stop Z16 from RockAuto...) I'd guess it's not them.

Alright, BITOG, I've posted this on Swedespeed as well for Volvo-specific knowledge, but I figured I'd ask here, too. My question is as follows, car is a 2005 Volvo S60 2.5T AWD. -I replaced my front brakes and rotors with a "One-Click Brake Kit" from RockAuto a couple weeks ago. Had to...

Order online for in-store pickup. Between the coupon codes that are always available, and the fact that you know you looked up the right part... it becomes worth the wait.

Originally Posted By: Blearyeye However, there are vents on both sides of the battery, but the hose is only attached to one. Won't there be caustic gas coming from the other one since it's left open? Should I get a 2-connector hose or can I just plug it with something? I just bought a battery...

I'll second/third (whichever it is) the comments regarding the Chrysler minivan family cruise control stalk. It's floating in space on the bottom right quadrant of the steering column and I've never been able to commit the directions to memory. However, on the flipside, the cruise in my Volvo...

Flat-plane GT350 at the Nurburgring

I've got them on my Volvo S60. Nice traction in dry conditions. A little prone to vague response in the rain, but it doesn't matter to me as much with AWD. Treadlife warranty is quite good on the P7, and with 15k or so on them, visible treadwear is minimal. Fairly quiet tread pattern, and they...

G-MAN, I hope you used anti-seize when you did the plugs! I didn't on my old Mustang, and lost a plug to the infamous 4.6L spark plug blow-out.

Back when I had my '04 Mustang, I used 0W-20 AFE in the winter. Loved how easy the car was to crank, seemed to get up to temp a little quicker, too. It did use oil a little more noticeably than with the previous fill of PP 5W-20.

You may want to check the wire running from the EATC to the blower motor. I'm not sure of the specifics of the Crown Vic with that EATC unit as opposed to my Mark VIII... but I've heard many cases of the wire getting too hot and starting to break free (or fry the connector if it's not soldered)...

In my (biased) opinion, Lincoln needs to roll out a Mark IX to compete. Ford has the perfect base for it - stretch the new, independent-rear-suspension Mustang platform and give it a 5.0.

Originally Posted By: Clevy ...The ford purists complain that the 4.6 was anemic however it made great power considering its displacement... ...the first 4V v8s were in the Lincoln's. they had an intake that had both long and short runners,so the engine would make good torque then the baffle...

I've had good luck with Trico NeoForm blades. Had them on my car since July - and it sits outside. Still wiping clear.