No clue there, but Volvo engine ought to have Volvo sealant...

I'm sure it would be fine. However... the potential hassle of having to do it all over again might cause me to get the OEM stuff. Wouldn't blame you either way. I use $17 Honda-Bond on my Acura, instead of $5 FLAPS RTV.

I think I wanna go OEM , don't wanna open her up again ever 😅

The only way to get that result is to never run the engine again. Sh*t happens.

Yeah I guess you are right !

https://www.freel2.com/gallery/album...%20%281%29.pdf

Exhaust manifold
 

Hello again guys ,
I'm gonna remove the exhaust manifold tomorrow in order to release the head , I took a look yesterday and the access seems like hell , does any one know the easiest way to access the manifold screws attached to the head ?

I just saw this document , it's really useful thanks a lot 👍👍

Metal coolant pipe
 

Guys where does this metal coolant pipe go ? Pls. See the attached picture ,I am supposed to remove this pipe in order to remove the timing cover. I managed to remove it from the left side , but on the right side it seems its going into the engine behind the water pump , I cant see where it attaches to . How to remove it ?
https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/landrov...51df0bce78.jpg

Don't know for sure but from the image it appears to be held in place by the two bolts, with an o-ring to seal it at the block. Should pull straight out.

Probably just needs some leverage, try to keep it as straight as possible coming out although a little wiggle might help. I'd guess the oring is what's sticking (should probably replace that too).