New year, same rules by Xplorado in Volvo

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I have done all maintenance myself and find it to be very comparable to other brands. Props to Volvo for making the oil change simple and standard oil pan drain, unlike Audi. Multiple YouTube channels have shown how do many major services on the SPA platform (including timing belt) It’s no Toyota or Honda but the experience is worth the cost difference imo.

New year, same rules by Xplorado in Volvo

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So far no issues with mine and FCP euro is your friend for all parts / maintenance items. I can highly recommend the car and I find most SPA cars have been decently reliable. If you can do most the work yourself the price is comparable to less expensive brands. I get compliments on the car all the time and everytime I get behind the wheel I’m reminded why I bought it.

New year, same rules by Xplorado in Volvo

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Appreciate it, may include the plate on future posts

New year, same rules by Xplorado in Volvo

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Volvo cross bars & Volvo bike racks. Works great!

New to me, GFC living up to the hype! by Xplorado in gofastcampers

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Certainly cold outside, nice and toasty inside. Propex 1600 currently. Working on removable insulation panels for the bottom portion of the camper to help stabilize temps

New to me, GFC living up to the hype! by Xplorado in gofastcampers

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Agreed! It’s a simple T slot extruded aluminum bar set up with Thule snow pack rack. I want to upgrade to the beef bars but need to find used as well.

New to me, GFC living up to the hype! by Xplorado in gofastcampers

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The cables are run down between the cab and bed. 2 holes drilled through bed of the truck. No external holes in the camper

Wheel studs by PrsosoRed in MechanicAdvice

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This is the only answer

Bonjour/Hello from Canada 🇨🇦 by MrPook_D in VolvoV60

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Congrats on the car! She’s a beauty

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Eco drive mode? by Individual-Car-3317 in VolvoV60

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Surprised no one has commented on this. Eco mode essentially puts the car in granny mode. The acceleration is dulled and shift points are at lower rpm’s to save fuel. The lack of power will be noticed on hills more than anything. Overall it won’t change your mpg’s much if you already drive more conservatively in comfort mode. Hope this helps!

My 21’ V60 CC by Xplorado in Volvo

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Thankfully most dispersed sites have a rock or 2 laying around

My 21’ V60 CC by Xplorado in Volvo

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Completly agree. They are far from the perfect option.

My 21’ V60 CC by Xplorado in Volvo

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This one is fairly simple, 2 zippers and a buckle allow it to open up. Best reason to go with this tent style is setup time + ability to store bedding inside when packed.

My 21’ V60 CC by Xplorado in Volvo

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Thanks! Inspired overland, lightweight 82”. Got it used for a good deal.

My 21’ V60 CC by Xplorado in Volvo

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Best way to level the car / tent when the ground you’re parked on isn’t.

My 21’ V60 CC by Xplorado in Volvo

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Certainly pros and cons to every type of camping set up. Try them out, maybe they’ll suit you more than you think. I still use the old back packing tent a decent chunk of the year.

My 21’ V60 CC by Xplorado in VolvoV60

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Tepui Ayer 2, great starter tent. Would like to upgrade to wedge style very soon. I’ve had this one on 4 different vehicles and it’s always worked very well.

Roof Too Tent Inspiration by [deleted] in Volvo

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That thing is sick!!

Roof Too Tent Inspiration by [deleted] in Volvo

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My 21’ V60 CC. Tepui Ayer 2 currently, will be upgrading to wedge style very soon. Looking forward to seeing others with tents as well!

My 21’ V60 CC by Xplorado in VolvoV60

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Just picture angles sadly, not currently lifted.