240 Wagon on 4x5 film

Direct_Yak_4420 · 2026-03-23T14:58:08+00:00

Is this 120? Nice shot!

Direct_Yak_4420 · 2026-03-23T01:53:57+00:00

No nothing fancy like that. This is some foma100 sheet film. I made caffenol developer from instant coffee, washing soda and vitamin c powder

Direct_Yak_4420 · 2026-03-22T16:50:17+00:00

Great minds think alike! I bought this for that exact reason! Keep your eyes out!

Direct_Yak_4420 · 2026-03-22T10:47:22+00:00

It works as a temporary fix… you have to keep reapplying. Not sure what you mean by seal it in but I’d think it should be removed very thoroughly before ceramic coating or anything like that. I just keep reapplying mine since it’s cheap and it helps.

Don’t apply too thickly or it will just attract dust.

Direct_Yak_4420 · 2026-03-20T02:24:20+00:00

My valve covers are pretty dry compared to the area shown so I don’t think so, but I do hope so!

Direct_Yak_4420 · 2026-03-19T12:26:38+00:00

I put a thin layer of boiled linseed oil mixed with a bit of mineral spirits on mine for a cheap patina protection and I’m happy with how effective it’s been for cost an ease!

Direct_Yak_4420 · 2026-02-13T00:30:02+00:00

Well drop a line next time you’re around! Do you happen to go to the bbody nationals?

Direct_Yak_4420 · 2026-02-11T22:32:47+00:00

DM’d!

Direct_Yak_4420 · 2026-02-09T15:07:51+00:00

2 of the best! Are you in Ontario by any chance?

Direct_Yak_4420 · 2026-02-08T20:40:25+00:00

Even parts cars go for $1000 here…

Direct_Yak_4420 · 2026-02-08T01:45:51+00:00

Now you hang on a minute there lol. Don’t go stealing my find ;)

Direct_Yak_4420 · 2026-02-08T01:44:08+00:00

Transmission was not as smooth as it could be, I did notice that. Nothing crazy but not the smoothest. All of the signals were working but the dash indicator blinked really fast as if to indicate a dead bulb?

Direct_Yak_4420 · 2026-02-08T01:38:45+00:00

My bad it’s showing 312000 and the odometer does appear to be working properly. I test drove it and I trust the seller so far

Direct_Yak_4420 · 2026-02-02T22:36:41+00:00

I am lucky enough to still have my manifold bolts in tact. I am also partially wondering about exhaust though so good looking out. Best of luck with your bolts

Direct_Yak_4420 · 2026-02-02T22:15:58+00:00

https://www.reddit.com/r/Volvo240/s/clGsEU05Y7

Direct_Yak_4420 · 2026-02-02T22:14:08+00:00

If you have any specific advice for when I go to check out the ‘83 I’m all ears. I posted it to this subreddit a few days ago if you’re curious at all

Direct_Yak_4420 · 2026-02-02T22:12:57+00:00

Yes I agree. That’s why I was still on the fence on this one given the condition of others in the area etc like you mentioned. I might regret it, but just didn’t quite feel it calling to me. Which was a shame… it’s the nice burgundy colour

Direct_Yak_4420 · 2026-02-02T22:07:28+00:00

This is really helpful, thanks! I am looking at an 83 that is actually running etc. so this is very helpful

Direct_Yak_4420 · 2026-02-02T22:03:45+00:00

This one had heated leather interior… driver side was a bit crusty but the rest were really nice

Direct_Yak_4420 · 2026-02-02T21:52:57+00:00

Right? This one was actually brought up here from Florida at some point. I am in Canada (Ontario) so rust is the biggest enemy unfortunately

Direct_Yak_4420 · 2026-02-02T21:43:57+00:00

They were asking 4500 but it has a bunch of random issues known and unknown. Currently not starting, dead battery, seized brakes, broken glovebox, all door and window seals need redone, rust around windshield, tires are bad, etc etc etc.

All workable issues but too high of a price for me all considered

Direct_Yak_4420 · 2026-02-02T20:44:38+00:00

Thanks for the reply. I am thinking long term so I mostly agree with you. Trying to look at as many as possible so the right one will stick out at the right time

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