Bought a Volvo 142 as form of transportation to get me from Stockholm to Nynashamn to go surfing. Turns out there’s a lot more surf around Sweden than Torö, so I’ll need smooth fast transportation to get there.

So I’m starting a project to turn my ocean green 142 into a 16v b230 Carburetored surfing finding work horse. Any tips on the project are welcomed






. Yes i can understand Swedish, so if you’ve got a similar project I’d love to hear about it.

Let the building begin!

Nice combo!!

FredGaute skrev:

Nice combo!!

Thanks Fred look forward to having it done! : )

Nice car

turbonova skrev:

Nice car

Thank you!

qbomani skrev:

FredGaute skrev:

Nice combo!!

Thanks Fred look forward to having it done! : )

What are the plans except for B234?
Gearbox, rear axle, supension and brakes modifications?
Original looks but potent old car?

My first car was a 1971 model 142 (with 1972 gearshifter mod), so I have a thing for them...

This looks like a really nice project! Will be a fun one to follow.

That three spoke R-sport steeringwheel you have got there is very sought after model, especially with that R-sport horn button. Worth arond 2500-4000 sek, depending on buyer and condition.

What transmission are you planning to use?

This sounds interesting

Nickeboii skrev:

This looks like a really nice project! Will be a fun one to follow.

That three spoke R-sport steeringwheel you have got there is very sought after model, especially with that R-sport horn button. Worth arond 2500-4000 sek, depending on buyer and condition.

What transmission are you planning to use?

Hey Nick,

A few people have actually mentioned that the steering wheel is quite sought after. Can you believe it actually came with the car.

The plan is to use a ZF transmission, though I’m always open for suggestions.

First for a bit of rust repair.

FredGaute skrev:

qbomani skrev:

FredGaute skrev:

Nice combo!!

Thanks Fred look forward to having it done! : )

What are the plans except for B234?
Gearbox, rear axle, supension and brakes modifications?
Original looks but potent old car?

My first car was a 1971 model 142 (with 1972 gearshifter mod), so I have a thing for them...

First I’m doing some necessary rust repair to time proof it since I plan to drive it often. But given the new engine I’ll need to upgrade the rear axel and gear box. As for the suspension its already sitting on Bilstein sports, but I may opt for a thicker sway bar and install a rear one.

You said it! I want to keep it looking as original as possible so I don’t alienate to many enthusiast but under the hood it’ll be a bit more modern ; )

I haven’t decided on a rear axel yet, but for a gear box I was think a ZF 5 speed or a Volvo M47 5 speed.

Any suggestion on a rear axel?

qbomani skrev:

FredGaute skrev:

qbomani skrev:

Thanks Fred look forward to having it done! : )

What are the plans except for B234?
Gearbox, rear axle, supension and brakes modifications?
Original looks but potent old car?

My first car was a 1971 model 142 (with 1972 gearshifter mod), so I have a thing for them...

First I’m doing some necessary rust repair to time proof it since I plan to drive it often. But given the new engine I’ll need to upgrade the rear axel and gear box. As for the suspension its already sitting on Bilstein sports, but I may opt for a thicker sway bar and install a rear one.

You said it! I want to keep it looking as original as possible so I don’t alienate to many enthusiast but under the hood it’ll be a bit more modern ; )

I haven’t decided on a rear axel yet, but for a gear box I was think a ZF 5 speed or a Volvo M47 5 speed.

Any suggestion on a rear axel?

The easy choice is the 1031 axle from a 240. Solid enough for most engines.
I use it in my 20M with Lexus V8, with a new Quaife diff.

Here’s a little update on my progress on the 16v build. So far I’ve got all the parts ready to be installed expect for a break booster alternative which I’m open for suggestion for. I’m also still looking for a transmission and I’m thinking about going with a rebuilt M47. But for a little eye candy here’s a few pictures of the B230F and top I’ll be using which was machined and renovated by the one and only Krilles Motor.

And a bit of rust repair.

Engines nearly done! Next will be to find a good Masterbreak cylinder setup. Anyone have recommendations.

Fine machine!!
It is perfect in this car!
But like you say, brakes isnt easy if the engine is leveled.

fränt med ny maskin i gammel bil,,

följer !