Volvo: 1985 Volvo 760 Turbo, volvo 760, hello dave

Question
Hello,
I need help with a problem here. While driving home from work I started up a small incline and suddenly just seemed to lose power. I barely made it to the top. It does not appear that the turbo is functioning it seems to have just cut out. As I continued to limp on home all of a sudden it regained power for an instant and then lost it again. In addition the car seems to be idleing pretty rough.
Thanks for any help you can provide.
Dave.

Answer
Hello Dave! That can be caused by a number of things. However, I would check all the turbo hoses. Make sure thay are connected and make sure there are no holes in them. Also check the turbo by-pass valve. It may be loose or the gasket is blown. I would start with that first.



Jimmy