XC90 R Design suspension

DanDubai · Jan 23rd, 2018, 19:03

Looking for technical help.
I have a 2009 R Design 4.4 L V8 in Dubai, bought new here.
I bought new dampers (struts) from GSF in the UK based on the VIN number but the rears are wrong, and GSF can't find the part numbers from the VIN....

Can anybody offer any part finding / suspension advice?

Thanks.

ps the old rear dampers are shorter and fatter than the incorrect ones that I bought in error.

SwissXC90 · Jan 23rd, 2018, 20:38

Have you looked in VIDA?
PM me your VIN and I can have a look....

4x4 · Jan 23rd, 2018, 20:51

Try this link for part numbers Click

DanDubai · Jan 24th, 2018, 11:43

unable to message, too new!

VIN is

YV1CT 855091515251

car is XC90 4.4L V8 R Design, auto, bought new in Dubai, UAE 2009

Any advice on original suspension and replacement options ( that I can buy in UK or USA) gratefully received.

Thanks, Dan.

4x4 · Jan 24th, 2018, 12:05

Only one front strut listed bur several rear shock absorbers, you need to find out what you have fitted before ordering

Rear Nivomat shock absorber. Volvo part No. 30683451 Click

Front strut. Volvo part No. 31200416 Click

Rear shock absorber. Volvo part No. 31329768 Click

Sachs Rear gas shock absorber. Volvo part No.31329768 Click

TruckbusUK · Jan 24th, 2018, 13:02

If you change from the Nivo's then you also need to change the springs, std shocks wont fit without ..... its cheaper to by the Nivo's from Volvo as an upgrade kit rather than 2 x shocks ..... speak to your dealer, or try FRF in Swansea ... they will ship overseas.

Hope it helps

GSTheo119 · Jan 24th, 2018, 23:19

Quote:

Originally Posted by DanDubai

Any advice on original suspension and replacement options ( that I can buy in UK or USA) gratefully received.

Thanks, Dan.

Dear Dan, Maybe this Volvo is just a bit too sophisticated for you, have you considered a Pontiac Aztec instead? Apparently they're very good if you tend to hit kerbs and other obstacles often. Somehow I think you'd look good in one.x

DanDubai · Jan 28th, 2018, 09:36

you are probably right, it has done 240,000 kms in the dust and speed bumps and rough roads of Dubai, with several female drivers, but yeah, maybe I am just a rubbish driver and too stupid to own it. Good point.

Thanks for the sound advice, really appreciated, by the way since we're handing out advice here, did you notice that everybody else is giving helpful honest advice, rather than moronic commentary, perhaps you should consider posting om CBBC or help Noddy with his little red car problems, just a bit of friendly advice.

GSTheo119 · Jan 28th, 2018, 11:33

With my slightly asthmatic 163bhp you can't blame me for being a little jealous of your throbbing lump. I'll buy you an apology beer one day soon hopefully. T

Jan 23rd, 2018, 19:03	#1
DanDubai New Member Last Online: Mar 16th, 2018 20:45 Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Dubai	XC90 R Design suspension Looking for technical help. I have a 2009 R Design 4.4 L V8 in Dubai, bought new here. I bought new dampers (struts) from GSF in the UK based on the VIN number but the rears are wrong, and GSF can't find the part numbers from the VIN.... Can anybody offer any part finding / suspension advice? Thanks. ps the old rear dampers are shorter and fatter than the incorrect ones that I bought in error. Last edited by DanDubai; Jan 23rd, 2018 at 19:05. Reason: mis spelt!

Jan 23rd, 2018, 20:38	#2
SwissXC90 Premier Member Last Online: Mar 20th, 2024 18:26 Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Cross Country	Have you looked in VIDA? PM me your VIN and I can have a look.... __________________ XC90 R-Design MY2009, Black Sapphire Metallic. HP-Sound, RSE, Nav, Tel, ParkingCam, BLIS, ParkingHeater, RestHeat, Removable Towbar, Summer: CRATUS 20x8 on Pirelli Scorpion Zeros 255/45, Winter: NEPTUNE 17x7 on Continental WinterContact 4x4 235/65.

Jan 23rd, 2018, 20:51	#3
4x4 Premier Member Last Online: Today 00:22 Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: North of Hadrian's Wall & South of Antonine's Wall View Photos By: 4x4	Try this link for part numbers Click __________________ MY2010 XC90 SE (M66-manual) Magic Blue (467) Sold MY1997 850 GLT (62,000 miles) Silver Sand (419) MY2005 V70 2.5T (66,000 miles) Willow Green (471) Volvo 850 GLT website

Jan 24th, 2018, 11:43	#4
DanDubai New Member Last Online: Mar 16th, 2018 20:45 Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Dubai	unable to message unable to message, too new! VIN is YV1CT 855091515251 car is XC90 4.4L V8 R Design, auto, bought new in Dubai, UAE 2009 Any advice on original suspension and replacement options ( that I can buy in UK or USA) gratefully received. Thanks, Dan.

Jan 24th, 2018, 12:05	#5
4x4 Premier Member Last Online: Today 00:22 Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: North of Hadrian's Wall & South of Antonine's Wall View Photos By: 4x4	Only one front strut listed bur several rear shock absorbers, you need to find out what you have fitted before ordering Rear Nivomat shock absorber. Volvo part No. 30683451 Click Front strut. Volvo part No. 31200416 Click Rear shock absorber. Volvo part No. 31329768 Click Sachs Rear gas shock absorber. Volvo part No.31329768 Click __________________ MY2010 XC90 SE (M66-manual) Magic Blue (467) Sold MY1997 850 GLT (62,000 miles) Silver Sand (419) MY2005 V70 2.5T (66,000 miles) Willow Green (471) Volvo 850 GLT website

Jan 24th, 2018, 13:02	#6
TruckbusUK Petrolhead+Lots of Diesel Last Online: Yesterday 16:28 Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Glasgow	If you change from the Nivo's then you also need to change the springs, std shocks wont fit without ..... its cheaper to by the Nivo's from Volvo as an upgrade kit rather than 2 x shocks ..... speak to your dealer, or try FRF in Swansea ... they will ship overseas. Hope it helps __________________ BMW X3 Msport MHEV 2020MY & VW Beetle Design 1.2Tsi DSG 2014MY Previous XC90 D5 SELux Geartronic 2009MY

Jan 28th, 2018, 09:36	#8
DanDubai New Member Last Online: Mar 16th, 2018 20:45 Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Dubai	indeed you are probably right, it has done 240,000 kms in the dust and speed bumps and rough roads of Dubai, with several female drivers, but yeah, maybe I am just a rubbish driver and too stupid to own it. Good point. Thanks for the sound advice, really appreciated, by the way since we're handing out advice here, did you notice that everybody else is giving helpful honest advice, rather than moronic commentary, perhaps you should consider posting om CBBC or help Noddy with his little red car problems, just a bit of friendly advice.

Jan 28th, 2018, 11:33	#9
GSTheo119 XC90 tinkerer Last Online: Oct 27th, 2022 23:08 Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Twickenham	Don't be cross With my slightly asthmatic 163bhp you can't blame me for being a little jealous of your throbbing lump. I'll buy you an apology beer one day soon hopefully. T

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