Recent content by Äventyrsfarsan

  • HTML tutorial
  1. Ä

    Volvo XC70 2011 overland build

    Longing for some trails.
  2. Ä

    Volvo XC70 2011 overland build

    Preparations for a summer expedition. Still waiting for sand ladders and some other bits.
  3. Ä

    2019 Rav4 about ready for the trails!

    Great and inspiring build! I think I need to get me a hi-lift jack for my overland XC70 now.
  4. Ä

    Volvo XC70 2011 overland build

    Exploring some new trails.
  5. Ä

    Volvo XC70 2011 overland build

    I did some research on that too but gave up. Let me know if you find anything. So far the Haldex haven’t let me down but I guess it will behave in a more predictive way if you can controll it manually.
  6. Ä

    Volvo XC70 2011 overland build

    Small detour on the way from work today...
  7. Ä

    Volvo XC70 2011 overland build

    Thanks, allmost like Volvo wanted us to put lights up there. Front light is wired and controlled with the original extra light button from Volvo. Rear lights are wired from the reverse light cables in the trailer connector so they come on when I put it in reverse gear. Planning to add a button...
  8. Ä

    Volvo XC70 2011 overland build

    Hi! I considered it but figured the change in drive shaft angles is relatively small and will give the shafts a decent life expectancy any way. If I’m wrong and start wearing out drive shafts and wheel bearings due to lift kit and spacers I can allways go back to stock height. The wires for...
  9. Ä

    Volvo XC70 2011 overland build

    Lunch at the pizzeria...
  10. Ä

    Volvo XC70 2011 overland build

    Over all I’m impressed with the performance of the Haldex 4 AWD system. Right now the limitations are more in the vehicle type than the driveline. Limited ground clearance (even after the lift) and limited flex will allways be a factor when choosing a wagon for any offroad use. I know the...
  11. Ä

    Volvo XC70 2011 overland build

    I haven’t used them for anything other than tying down cargo yet but have thougt about attaching some sort of drawer system to them. Please post any updates if you choose to proceed with that project.
  12. Ä

    Volvo XC70 2011 overland build

    Gave the XC some love today. New wheel spacers, 25mm in the rear and 15mm in the front. Transformed the look completely.
  13. Ä

    Volvo XC70 2011 overland build

    That’s the current plan. I just need some time to go wheel shopping. I have a few trips planned for the spring so definately need to get it done until then. I’ve just been way too busy at work and a new kid on the way so I’m not rushing it.