V70 Brakes: new brake pads

[cejsmith]

I need to get a set of front pads for my v70 xc, should I get volvo one or just pop down to eurocarparts and pick up a set there????

Also I assume it's a stright forward job?

Thanks

[S60D5-185]

Originally Posted by cejsmith

I need to get a set of front pads for my v70 xc, should I get volvo one or just pop down to eurocarparts and pick up a set there????

Also I assume it's a stright forward job?

Thanks

Eurocarparts pads will be absolutely fine BUT try your Volvo dealer and ASK NICELY for a 30% discount on them. You should get it, i did, but then again i was wearing my Pink Tutu at the time!

VERY VERY straightforward job. 30 minutes all in for both sides and i am not joking.

Darryl

[outnumbered]

Originally Posted by Darryl

Eurocarparts pads will be absolutely fine BUT try your Volvo dealer and ASK NICELY for a 30% discount on them. You should get it, i did, but then again i was wearing my Pink Tutu at the time!

VERY VERY straightforward job. 30 minutes all in for both sides and i am not joking.

Darryl

with or without heels or is this you??? youve too much time on your hands get that cambelt done with pics
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KQNfgET_upM

[cejsmith]

do I have to wear a tutu whilst fitting them ????

[JimG]

Originally Posted by cejsmith

I need to get a set of front pads for my v70 xc, should I get volvo one or just pop down to eurocarparts and pick up a set there????

Also I assume it's a stright forward job?

Thanks

FRF Volvo give good discounts on genuine parts if you have no luck at the dealer: http://www.frfvolvo.co.uk/mo-volvo-parts.asp

I've also read on the forum that EBC Greenstuff pads are also good and produce less dust.

Tutu and marigolds are a great option!

[BobS]

Hi,

I recommend Rufe. The prices are good and if you order service items with the part (filters, etc.) the postage is easily swallowed up with the discount. Well worth a call.

I have bought many pattern parts when I first got my V70 many years ago and without exception I have had to replace these parts with OEM parts from Rufe.

Some pattern parts are of good quality. But unless given good advice I would stick to Volvo. So now I won’t risk pattern parts (with the exception of recommended HD drop links) as I hate having to redo work to replace parts that were not up to the job.

Bob

[S60D5-185]

Originally Posted by cejsmith

do I have to wear a tutu whilst fitting them ????

It's optional but the extra space can assist if you encounter seized nuts!

Darryl