Srut Brace - Where from?

Jonnieb2009 · Aug 17th, 2010, 08:21

I've read articles on here about strut braces and the difference they make.

I do alot of country road driving, bends, bumps, potholes etc and was wondering are they worth it and will I notice the difference?

If so where can I get one from?

Many thanks
Jon

Kizzer · Aug 17th, 2010, 11:11

I recommend them if you want to improve handling

You will notice the difference in the stiffness and body roll, especially around corners. I live in Cornwall, full of bends, potholes and country roads. Few bumps dont really bother me

Jonnieb2009 · Aug 17th, 2010, 12:37

Thanks Kizzer

Any ideas where I can get one from?

unclejohn · Aug 17th, 2010, 13:50

I just got one from Rufe at Swansea (?) Volvo for my C70 cabrio..I could feel the difference as soon as I left the garage. Well worth £62. There is a thread here somewhere that gives his address and phone number.

Kizzer · Aug 17th, 2010, 14:27

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Originally Posted by Jonnieb2009

Thanks Kizzer

Any ideas where I can get one from?

No worries man, ummm pretty much anywhere online. Even ebay, parts for volvo online, Heico etc. Price range depends on brand, but tbh the cheaper ones do the same as the brand named ones so it doesnt really matter. Volvo might even sell their ones that come with the R-Designs if you wanna keep it OEM.

Browse the net I recommend and see what you can find

iainmd · Aug 17th, 2010, 15:15

Mine came from my local Volvo dealer. IIRC it cost about £120 including all the required nuts and bolts. If you do get a Volvo OEM one make sure you get the replacement 4 bolts and nuts for it and don't just use four of the existing ones. The replacement bolts lift the bar up by about 6mm which means you'll still be able to get the battery cover off when the strut brace is installed.

DSK · Aug 17th, 2010, 15:26

Where to buy?

http://www.frfvolvo.co.uk/mo-volvo-parts.asp

Thats Rufe at FRF Volvo who offer genuine discounts to us forum members. Also in our traders section. I got mine a couple of weeks ago for about £60 for my C70. Definately makes the front end more taught, even noticed it being a bit more stable over speed bumps and generally holds lines around corners better than before. A definate worthwhile upgrade.

Jonnieb2009 · Aug 17th, 2010, 18:21

Just tried Simon at FRF and he has never come accross this accessory for S40 and cant offer advice so not v helpful this time, not to worry.
I have however sourced one for £40 which I will fit myself. There is one at partsforvolvo at £99 and there is also a universal one on Ebay for £40 or so

Rgds
Jon

Aug 17th, 2010, 08:21	#1
Jonnieb2009 Master Member Last Online: Nov 23rd, 2011 15:19 Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Helsby View Photos By: Jonnieb2009	Srut Brace - Where from? I've read articles on here about strut braces and the difference they make. I do alot of country road driving, bends, bumps, potholes etc and was wondering are they worth it and will I notice the difference? If so where can I get one from? Many thanks Jon

Aug 17th, 2010, 11:11	#2
Kizzer VOC Member Last Online: Dec 11th, 2023 14:42 Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Wherever I May Roam	I recommend them if you want to improve handling You will notice the difference in the stiffness and body roll, especially around corners. I live in Cornwall, full of bends, potholes and country roads. Few bumps dont really bother me __________________ XC90 T8 R-Design - Previous Cars - V70 R-Design - 305bhp C30 R-Design T5 - V40 - XC90 D5 SE Lux - MY10.5 C30 R-Design - S80 T6 - C30 R-Design MY09 - S80 T6 - S90 3.0 24v - 760 Turbo Intercooler & V6

Aug 17th, 2010, 13:50	#4
unclejohn New Member Last Online: Jan 2nd, 2012 15:57 Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Isle of Wight	Strut Brace...where from? I just got one from Rufe at Swansea (?) Volvo for my C70 cabrio..I could feel the difference as soon as I left the garage. Well worth £62. There is a thread here somewhere that gives his address and phone number.

Aug 17th, 2010, 15:15	#6
iainmd Member Last Online: Apr 25th, 2024 13:38 Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Fife View Photos By: iainmd	Mine came from my local Volvo dealer. IIRC it cost about £120 including all the required nuts and bolts. If you do get a Volvo OEM one make sure you get the replacement 4 bolts and nuts for it and don't just use four of the existing ones. The replacement bolts lift the bar up by about 6mm which means you'll still be able to get the battery cover off when the strut brace is installed. __________________ Present: 2009 Volvo V50 1.6D DRIVe SE Past: 2004 Volvo S40 T5 SE

Aug 17th, 2010, 15:26	#7
DSK C70 T5 Last Online: Mar 23rd, 2022 21:00 Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Midlands	Where to buy? http://www.frfvolvo.co.uk/mo-volvo-parts.asp Thats Rufe at FRF Volvo who offer genuine discounts to us forum members. Also in our traders section. I got mine a couple of weeks ago for about £60 for my C70. Definately makes the front end more taught, even noticed it being a bit more stable over speed bumps and generally holds lines around corners better than before. A definate worthwhile upgrade. __________________ 2000 C70 T5 GT Coupe 1998 S70R / 1995 Toyota Supra Twin Turbo 2007 Mercedes CLS 320 CDI / 2011 Mercedes S350 Bluetec 2007 Suzuki GSXR-1000

Aug 17th, 2010, 12:37	#3
Jonnieb2009 Master Member Last Online: Nov 23rd, 2011 15:19 Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Helsby View Photos By: Jonnieb2009	Thanks Kizzer Any ideas where I can get one from?

Aug 17th, 2010, 18:21	#8
Jonnieb2009 Master Member Last Online: Nov 23rd, 2011 15:19 Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Helsby View Photos By: Jonnieb2009	Just tried Simon at FRF and he has never come accross this accessory for S40 and cant offer advice so not v helpful this time, not to worry. I have however sourced one for £40 which I will fit myself. There is one at partsforvolvo at £99 and there is also a universal one on Ebay for £40 or so Rgds Jon Last edited by Jonnieb2009; Aug 17th, 2010 at 18:25. Reason: Added text

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