Amazon driver

[NONHOG]

So a couple of years ago we bought a 66 Volvo Amazon wagon because my wife wanted one. The brakes were locked up and the clutch slave was shot.
so we hired a "Volvo" guy to get it road worthy . At the time my shop was in the planning stages. Well fast forward to present day and the car shifts and
stops o.k. but the fuel system needs an overhaul.
So after rebuilding the Weber thats on the B20 (B18 was stock, like you care) I found the throttle shaft worse than I originally thought.
So I am draining the old nasty fuel and going to treat the tank as well as replace the fuel lines and hoses, fuel pump and Weber .
This will be "one" of my wifes Volvo projects or should I say one of my wifes Volvos one of my (many) projects
Her other one involves a V8 transplant . more on that when this ones a mover.
On to stage 1 fuel system overhaul ............
(I look at FrizzleFry's Sunbeam for inspiration)

[Frizzle Fry]

Those are cool as hell! That looks like a nice example. Looking forward to seeing more!

The V8 project doesn't happen to be a P1800 does it? Love those too.

[Brad]

Here's a sweet one:

[heavychevy79]

Cool. You got pics of the other one?
I like Volvos too...

[NONHOG]

Originally Posted by Frizzle Fry

The V8 project doesn't happen to be a P1800 does it? Love those too.

Nope its a '80 Bertone coupe

Originally Posted by heavychevy79

Cool. You got pics of the other one?
I like Volvos too...

Actually have 3 Volvos , thats wierd for me to say . Never, NEVER thought I would see the day that I too would say "I like Volvos too" the 3rd one is also an Amazon wagon its a 68 . bought as a parts car but am having 2nd thoughts about not putting it back on the road . I see some mods in its future.Lets see BBO ? Electric power ? Ecotech ?

Brad I had that as a screen saver for awhile.

[NONHOG]

Here is the plug at the bottom of the varnish tank
Soon to be a fuel tank, More to drain , dollar store pans work great !
No thats not gas on the ground its water from my wifes current DD Scion XB
This project is starting in the house garage as my shop is full !

[heavychevy79]

I know these cars can get a little rusty even here in Texas, but how bad is it
up there?

Those Amazons are gorgeous cars, and arn't afflicted with small rear wheel
arches like the 200s.

[NONHOG]

Well lets just say they both have some patches in there future.
The green "beat" one may have less body rust than the white one however
the white one is nicer and more complete/original . Lots of daylight in the 68
(green) floorboards .

Picture from last winter

[NONHOG]

Got a little done tonight . Was ready to battle the holdown screw on the tank. They were a breeze, super easy . Not usually what I run into.
I still have to remove the tank fitting so I can pop the tank up and out.
Hope that fitting comes off half as easy as the screws !
One of the Volvo sites I check said be ready to grind and drill the screws. Had the grip Dr. out but did not need it.
Most were finger tight. Was thinking I should replace the fuel line as well as clean /treat the tank but I am having second thoughts ? What do you all think ?

[Frizzle Fry]

Check your fuel filter for an indication of tank health. I'd at least flush it while the car is down.

[NONHOG]

Originally Posted by Frizzle Fry

Check your fuel filter for an indication of tank health. I'd at least flush it while the car is down.

I'm sure the tanks nasty as indicated by the chunks in the catch pan and the wonderful red color of the gas. So I am thinking maybe a POR15 gas tank kit
Thinking someone will be selling those at the "almost spring swap" near my house in Puyallup. Or some friends own a radiator shop that use to service gas tanks , thinking about getting a quote from them also.
I replaced the FF when I rebuilt the carb, I figure I'll replace it again (of course) and cut it open to take a look . I guess I was getting lazy and tired of laying on my back while thinking of replacing the fuel line . I'll pull it out this
weekend and figure if I want to try and clean it (how ?) or just make another
(sounds funner !)

[heavychevy79]

Just put fresh gas in there, the gas now has so much corn squeezins in it
that it will melt that old varnish.

Nuts and screws will help a lot if needed.

[NONHOG]

Out the door this morning before 9 am to the swap meet to p/u a gas tank kit . Ended up with a few other goodies. Went back and picked up some old gas station price numbers , not sure why ?
Tank was fighting me turned out I missed a screw that was real close to the filler neck.
Got the tank out and started rinsing with plain water, doesnt seem too bad.(?) Do an acid rinse tomorrow then use the kit to clean and seal.

[NONHOG]

Originally Posted by heavychevy79

Just put fresh gas in there, the gas now has so much corn squeezins in it
that it will melt that old varnish.

Good point !

Nuts and screws will help a lot if needed.

As in helping clean out the tank by shaking them around in the tank ?
I've read about that, been thinking about it but would have to be careful due to the baffles inside ?

Heres a pic of the sender was rusted in one spot . I'll try and clean it up not sure they are made any more for the wagon besides its easy to get to.
over a buck twenty for a new one .

[Sillyoldman]

Those gas station plaques are cool.

[NONHOG]

Originally Posted by Sillyoldman

Those gas station plaques are cool.

Thanks Sillyold-mod
Another thing to clutters the shop till I figure out a plan.
Today I got a real late start due to the gutters overflowing thanks to the Doug fir needles and march 15th snow.
I got the old fuel pump off and noticed how brittle one of the hoses was.
Popped the top off the carb and it had a fair amount of gunk in it. Heck it has less than 20 miles since I rebuilt it. So I cut open the FF which had a plug of goopy ? in it. Then I spent too much time coming up with a redneck
rotisserie for the gas tank, was almost dark by the time I did my 1st muratic acid wash.
Then it dumped rain for 1/2 hr while I flushed water through the tank.
making headway.............

[Sillyoldman]

Originally Posted by NONHOG

Thanks Sillyold-mod
Another thing to clutters the shop till I figure out a plan.
Today I got a real late start due to the gutters overflowing thanks to the Doug fir needles and march 15th snow.
I got the old fuel pump off and noticed how brittle one of the hoses was.
Popped the top off the carb and it had a fair amount of gunk in it. Heck it has less than 20 miles since I rebuilt it. So I cut open the FF which had a plug of goopy ? in it. Then I spent too much time coming up with a redneck
rotisserie for the gas tank, was almost dark by the time I did my 1st muratic acid wash.
Then it dumped rain for 1/2 hr while I flushed water through the tank.
making headway.............

At least you use your exersize equip.

Could that crap be from rotting hoses? Maybe old rubber turning into goo as it passes through the fuel line?

[NONHOG]

Originally Posted by Sillyoldman

At least you use your exersize equip.

Could that crap be from rotting hoses? Maybe old rubber turning into goo as it passes through the fuel line?

Was my MIL's treadmill the belt was frayed so they wanted to borrow my truck to take it to the dump, I said I'll snag that motor and control unit out of it and was going to(will still) use the frame for welding projects.
but for now its coming in real handy.

New hoses and a see through filter this time.

[NONHOG]

Well more hours and hours with the hose, chemicals and the rain . Fun stuff
Its now dry ! (thanks to my wifes hair dryer)
My plan was to seal it last night Thursday but had family matters come up . Priority ! Tonight is a no go, picking up my son after work.
Hope saturday morning I can find enough time to seal the tank as it take 4 days to dry enough to use again.
I dont think I can reinstall this nasty looking tank w/o painting the outside.
It was fully covered in undercoat but most got soft due to all the acid and metal prep splashing on it. Might Hammerite it ? Maybe I should just
re-undercoat it ?
Tips on removing undercoat residue ? wax/grease remover ?

[heavychevy79]

I think I would try to take all of the undercoating off of that car, I've noticed it caused rust in the floorboards of my 85 240 and a 82 242t I just sold,
it rusted from the outside in.

BTW don't you just love the smell of funky gas tank and carburator spooge?

[wavespy]

Cool wagon! My first car (back in '82) was a '64 122s that was a hand-me-down from dad. I always loved that body style!

[NONHOG]

Thanks for all the replys ! Got the tank sealed whata bugger getting all the leftover paint back out . I wish I was thinking ahead because the POR15 kit
is a quart of sealer and I drain at least 3/4's of it back in the can, I could have sealed the 68's tank also . Too late now ! Keep that in mind if anyone is doing a tank . You can reuse the metal prep also.
Last weekend I went up to my folks place to build a handrail with Sillyoldman
(thanks again Silly)
Weekend before that my son was in town so we worked on the slotcar track.
Lost the home computor and all my pics . So I have been waiting for more progress to post. This weekend I am hoping for some burnout pics

[Sillyoldman]

NHog, what a difference a day makes. That Saturday was cold and wet Sunday was nice and warm. Handrail was the easy part. Glad to help though. This Saturday is about fun. I'm headed to Marc's' house to split a rear axle, then we plan on coming to my place an getting the tranny back in the Buick and maybe start sorting engine harness wires.

[NONHOG]

Update with pictures ! Bent up some fuel lines, replaced the fuel pump and filter and cleaned the carb.
My helper painted the Army guy with left over POR 15 .
after many coats of paint remover I got the undercoating off.
In case you did not know the fuel pump on these can be mounted upside down

[NONHOG]

My Hammerite paint was bad so I went with rustoleum white primer and some
off brand bomb can black. Hope it holds up ! Probably getting undercoated again anyway.

So Silly where the Buick thread ?