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Vacation mode...

Longing for some trails.

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

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

Exploring some new trails.

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.

Small detour on the way from work today...

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...

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...

Lunch at the pizzeria...

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...

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.

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

Tack!

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.

Yes! It is definitely on the to-do list. Just need to get the time and figure out how to get it strong enough.

Sure. I salvaged a couple of scrap pressure tanks from work and added a cheap 12V compressor unit and pressure switch from a local low cost auto parts store. There’s a fuse panel on the left side that I connected the compressor to. Works perfectly but a larger tank capacity would be nice.

They look really good! My tires are a bit wider but yours are taller, 255/60 vs 245/65 R17. I find this tool useful for comparing tire sizes: https://tiresize.com/comparison/

Make sure to post updates on the tire carrier here. Iv’e been thinking about that too but will go with roof mounted spare for now.

Nice to see another Volvo build here! What model Wildpeaks did you go with? The lift was a super easy install. Just undo the old bolts, slip the spacers in and fasten with longer bolts. The included screws were not the best quality but other than that no issues. You may need adjustable camber...