C70 mk2 d5 suspension query.

Lexfraser · Apr 21st, 2022, 18:18

Hi all, I'm new to this👋. I'm looking to replace the shocks on my 2007 c70 d5, I currently have lowered springs and am struggling to find uprated shocks to fit the rear, am I correct in thinking the shocks on the c30 and v50 are the same fitments and spec as I've been looking at either bilstein b6/b8's or koni str.t or would the bilstein b4's work in conjunction with lowering springs?
Regards, Lex.

Simmy · Apr 22nd, 2022, 09:43

a standard c70 only has 6in ground clearance if you lower it you may find yourself buying an exhaust as it will ground out on antispeed humps mine grounds out and its all standard

Clan · Apr 22nd, 2022, 10:41

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Originally Posted by Lexfraser

Hi all, I'm new to this👋. I'm looking to replace the shocks on my 2007 c70 d5, I currently have lowered springs and am struggling to find uprated shocks to fit the rear, am I correct in thinking the shocks on the c30 and v50 are the same fitments and spec as I've been looking at either bilstein b6/b8's or koni str.t or would the bilstein b4's work in conjunction with lowering springs?
Regards, Lex.

the C70 is MUCH heavier than the other S40/V50/C30 variants so unique dampers ..

Tannaton · Apr 22nd, 2022, 16:38

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Originally Posted by Clan

the C70 is MUCH heavier than the other S40/V50/C30 variants so unique dampers ..

Circa 300-350 Kg if I recall correctly... same as 4 passengers.

Lexfraser · Apr 22nd, 2022, 19:50

So, the oe bilstein b4 for the c70 would work in conjunction with the springs?

Clan · Apr 22nd, 2022, 21:26

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Originally Posted by Tannaton

Circa 300-350 Kg if I recall correctly... same as 4 passengers.

same as a V70

zapcity1 · Apr 23rd, 2022, 09:06

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Originally Posted by Lexfraser

Hi all, I'm new to this👋. I'm looking to replace the shocks on my 2007 c70 d5, I currently have lowered springs and am struggling to find uprated shocks to fit the rear, am I correct in thinking the shocks on the c30 and v50 are the same fitments and spec as I've been looking at either bilstein b6/b8's or koni str.t or would the bilstein b4's work in conjunction with lowering springs?
Regards, Lex.

Most of the lowered C70s I'm aware of use either B6s or B8s with the Eibach or H&R springs . B6s are the same length as OE but B8s are shorter so more suitable for lowering.

I'm running B4s on my D5 but with standard springs. B4s are just OE replacements.

Apr 21st, 2022, 18:18	#1
Lexfraser New Member Last Online: Feb 25th, 2023 19:08 Join Date: Apr 2022 Location: TAUNTON	C70 mk2 d5 suspension query. Hi all, I'm new to this👋. I'm looking to replace the shocks on my 2007 c70 d5, I currently have lowered springs and am struggling to find uprated shocks to fit the rear, am I correct in thinking the shocks on the c30 and v50 are the same fitments and spec as I've been looking at either bilstein b6/b8's or koni str.t or would the bilstein b4's work in conjunction with lowering springs? Regards, Lex.

Apr 22nd, 2022, 09:43	#2
Simmy Premier Member Last Online: Today 19:13 Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Manchester	a standard c70 only has 6in ground clearance if you lower it you may find yourself buying an exhaust as it will ground out on antispeed humps mine grounds out and its all standard

Apr 22nd, 2022, 19:50	#5
Lexfraser New Member Last Online: Feb 25th, 2023 19:08 Join Date: Apr 2022 Location: TAUNTON	So, the oe bilstein b4 for the c70 would work in conjunction with the springs?

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