1997 855 Sway links

[Jush]

I was just wondering if anyone knew of a replacement part that had a hex part on the stud so you can tighten the links to maximum potential, I can't get a wrench to stay tight on the small style ones that only allow for a single wrench position.

for example, what I would want is something like this:

But all I can find are ones like this:

I have replaced the links 2 times now and since I can not tighten them to their full potential they still rattle around due to not being tight enough..

Unless anyone has any tricks..
Thanks

[xHeart]

By design, these also come with counter-hold for a 16mm wrench to fit, right next to the boot.
cn90 says to use bicycle wrench - it has worked for me.
Lemförders come with torx on stud for counter-hold.

[dosbricks]

Take a look at Meyle HD from FCP:
http://www.fcpeuro.com/products/volvo-s ... -v70-850-1

Heavy duty--bigger shaft, heads, studs, and importantly--bigger flange nut with more bearing area on the strut bracket.

[Jush]

I have bicycle wrenches I used to work on bikes for a long time I remember trying to use one but I can't remember if it fit in the space provided on the strut mount.

I would like a bigger hex to hold because then I can use my impact gun to keep them tight as heck.

[precopster]

Take a look at Meyle HD from FCP:
http://www.fcpeuro.com/products/volvo-s ... -v70-850-1

Heavy duty--bigger shaft, heads, studs, and importantly--bigger flange nut with more bearing area on the strut bracket.

I like the Meyles and instead of using the 16mm open ended design they use a T40 which you can purchase with a 3/8 inbuilt drive.

[xHeart]

I have bicycle wrenches I used to work on bikes for a long time I remember trying to use one but I can't remember if it fit in the space provided on the strut mount.

I would like a bigger hex to hold because then I can use my impact gun to keep them tight as heck.

No need to tighten than recommended.
It uses lock-nut, and torque on these nuts are normal.
For $20 each, it can be replaced with relative ease every few years.

[rspi]

[Jush]

Thanks for the video Rob, although I am familiar with the replacement procedure.

I guess I'll just have to try again.

Fun fact - Those thin bicycle wenches are called "cone nut wrench(s)" Typically used to adjust hub tightness on loose-pack bearing wheel hubs!