Shocks and Struts - 850

[niu2004]

The suspension on my 95 850 is starting to go. The front right and back left has been clunking. Does anyone know where I can find information on doing this job myself? I am planning on ordering the parts from IPD.

[matthew1]

You might want to check out

Import Replacement Parts
[email protected]
Order Line: (425)398-1846
Hours: Mon-Fri 9:30am - 5:30 PM, Sat 12-5 PM PST
www.importrp.com

Shocks:
Boge "Automatic"/Hydraulic Front Strut - $105 each
Bilstein Front Strut Touring Class - $78 each
Bilstein Heavy Duty Front Strut - $135 each

The Strut mount bushings are available in 3 brands:
OEM Spec - $26 each
Sachs - $23 each
Scan-Tech Sweden - $22 each

Comparison to IPD
Bilstein Touring Front - $126
Bilstein HD Front - $168

I have no relationship to either parts seller. All shocks are for 850s. Counterpoint: Remember, if you run into trouble, IPD will probably be available for phone support. The other shop... who knows. They sell parts for 40 different brands of car.

[Stormin Norman]

IPD is wonderful to do business with, knowledgeable, freindly and honest. Prices are not bad condsidering.

[Geevs]

Here's a link on how to do the front struts

http://members.shaw.ca/heeeeee/strut/

Search the volvospeed.com forum on how to do the rear shocks. The rear is supposed to be pretty straight-forward and doesn't require messing with the springs.

T-Squared, if you are reading this pls advise if the front struts also use a bushing/mount ASIDE from the spring seats (as shown in your pictorial). I am kinda confused as to which parts to replace when changing the front struts. I understand the rears would need "rear shock mounts" (those oblong shaped rubber bushings).

Thanks,
Geevs

[Tsquared]

I haven't replaced a Volvo strut. I believe you have me mixed up with someone else.

Wish I could help.

T

[Geevs]

Ooops, you're right I got you mixed up with someone else's post/pictorial.

Geevs