Need front brakes...

AlanS · Post by **AlanS** » 15 Sep 2011, 19:13

I need front brakes for my 95-850NA. FCP Groton has, like 4 different ones... I just want the car to stop, without squealing...what do you all recommend?
I also need wiper arms...they have Scan Tech. Does it matter? Should I buy Volvo?

IceTurbo · Post by **IceTurbo** » 15 Sep 2011, 19:32

I've heard bad things about scantech. For the wiper arms, I would find a pair from an S/V70 that you can take. Those don't get bent out of shape.

AlanS · Post by **AlanS** » 15 Sep 2011, 19:38

IceTurbo wrote:I've heard bad things about scantech. For the wiper arms, I would find a pair from an S/V70 that you can take. Those don't get bent out of shape.

You mean...find a junk yard for the arms? Wouldn't those be just as 'worn out'? My splines are shot...the spring is shot.

Post by **Juan62** » 15 Sep 2011, 19:40

Alan,
Search the IPD ad above...this will help more on your selection (correct part numbers). That said, only if your brakes are still factory (rotors). The reason I say this is for an example; Big Brakes (big rotors) will not allow the Volvo pads to fit.
Here are some more: the three ads above this forum plus, partsgeek.com, buybrakes.com, brakewarehouse.com
Rotors any good? Inspect them too.

Post by **jblackburn** » 15 Sep 2011, 20:44

Here are the responses I got when I asked the same question:
https://www.matthewsvolvosite.com/forums ... =1&t=32683

Do your current brakes shake the steering wheel AT ALL when you apply them? If so, you need new rotors as well - that shaking will only get worse.

FWIW, still very happy with my Akebono/Zimmerman combination. 27,000 miles on em