Car Parts : Volvo 740 GLE non Turbo

For car enthusiast this picture would not be so strange looking parts, this is one of engine ancillary which important to get the engine runs. Whenever you turn the ignition, it is this starter motor that initiate the combustion process. Process which involves cranking all rotating mass within for compression strokes and finally your engine comes to alive.

It gets worn out as a vehicle typically reaches its maturing age into classical car territory in the vicinity of 10 years old, some may have premature life earlier depending of type, make and abusive usages. This tired looking motor has indeed matured into its 11 years old and consequently requires a new pad brush set. While working at it the mechanic would also check its overall condition, a norm replacement usually includes solenoid and often rewiring the rotor. Most European cars suffers from current deficiency due to degrading wiring harness, this may speed up starter motor to give in. Low current translate to longer cranking time and gradually premature starter motor's life.

Early symptom should give you an indication, but many would easily overlook for a worn out trouble. A new OEM replacement part is one obvious option for peace of mind. Yet cost justification over the repairing work for DIY hobbyist may not be worth it! And for those living in a high labour cost area a visit to the junkyard is an ideal solution else remanufactured starter.

Similar treatment may apply for radiator replacement. A typical radiator for pre 1990s cars consist of aluminium main body with plastic wings flanked on either sides where the plastic wings were manufactured by high precision shrink fit into.

A new replacement costs around Rp. 1.8 Millions or equivalent to US $ 160, where as if you get the radiator for a complete overhaul work it costs less than half. Actually living in a developing countries is a heavenly paradise for classic car enthusiasts.

Volvo is known as a "brick wall" car for its durability and indeed it outlasts any other premium cars, for any European car maker on my-drive list. That is for those prior to 1997 production year, beyond that under Ford's wing will still remain to be seen. If yours is a front driven Volvo other than 850, be aware. They are not so tough.