Alternative Replacement Parts

[Becks]

Originally Posted by Welton

I've replaced a lot of my suspension using 'Firstline' components and every single part had 'Focus' listed somewhere on the labels. The only thing I haven't found is a cross-reference of part numbers.

One thing I can say is that the Firstline stuff is good, including both wishbone assemblies which have now done 3 years work with no issues. These have a fluid-filled bushing on the main rearmost fixing.

You'll need to specify the ball-joint size on these, there's two sizes; 21mm and 18mm, mine were 18mm which surprised me as I thought the heavy front end would need the bigger/stronger ball joint. Apparently though this can be a bit of a parts-bin lottery?

I need to do mine on a 2007 C70 D5 - how would I know what size ball joint I would need. Do I have to remove arm to measure? Where would I get the first line ones?

Thanks

[alexstanleyv50]

Hi Beck, A little late reply but hope it helps....

It is all worked out on the last 6 digits of chassis number...

[Becks]

Originally Posted by alexstanleyv50

Hi Beck, A little late reply but hope it helps....

It is all worked out on the last 6 digits of chassis number...

Thanks for reply. I ended up buying genuine ones from FRF so didn't need to work out size in the end, just gave them car details. Made a huge difference to handling and braking when fitted