2004 V70R Strut Replacement Options

[BigDinPCB]

Has anyone ever gone away from the electronically controlled strut (quoted as 600 or 800 dollars, I forget) and simply installed regular struts, obviously forgoing the variability in stiffness? Are there options here, both in terms of fit and price? Is it even doable? Thanks.

[jimmy57]

If you look at Rockauto you will find them far cheaper. A little less than $300 ea. Monroe c1501 and c2501 are the OE shocks.
Then google "rock auto discount code" for 5% off when entered in the "how did you hear about us?" line on the shopping cart page.

You'll have a bear of a time finding something for the rear as all other AWD wagon P2's are XC70 with high ride height.

[eld4au6]

Contact this guy http://bham.craigslist.org/cto/4252908455.html

No wonder the car has been for sale forever. Why would you want to disable one of the cars best features? I know it is more expensive but you picked the most expensive version to buy and maintain.