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Help, Advice, Owners' Discussion and DIY Tutorials on Volvo's stylish, distinctive P2 platform cars sold as model years 2001-2007 (North American market year designations).

2001 - 2007 V70
2001 - 2004 V70 XC (Cross Country)
2004 - 2007 XC70 (Cross Country)
2001 - 2009 S60
2003 - 2007 S60 R
2004 - 2007 V70 R

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FYI, Meyle brake hose

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2 years old...

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Not in my car. Nothing made by Meyle is in my car(s).

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It looks way older than 2 years.
'98 S70 T5 Emrld Grn Met/Beige Tons of Upgrades Mobil-1
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Can't believe it. Myele seems to be junk all across the range.

I got my flexibles from NAPA auto parts - no idea what brand are, perfect after 3 years.

Btw, the original flexibles will crack after 8-10 years.

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MadeInJapan wrote:It looks way older than 2 years.
Actually, installed less than 2 years ago... I know the guy.

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oragex wrote:Btw, the original flexibles will crack after 8-10 years.
Yes. 10-12 years in a more cooler climate.

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Post by abscate »

Mine are original on my 1999...now 18 years old
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