V70 r

daniel mossey · Jun 20th, 2019, 22:59

Hi all I need to renew front shocks and top mounts on my car. Would anyone recommend also renewing the front springs. How much roughly would this cost and any parts that I may need when renewing the front suspension that I've missed?
Regards
Dan.

DSK · Jun 21st, 2019, 11:31

I do this sort of thing as a routine job.

Shocks - get Bilstein B4, PFS usually do a great for all 4 (provided they are not the self leveling types).

Lemforder suspension mount bearings and top rubber mounts (just got myself a new set this morning set today from www.autodoc.co.uk).

Spring, yes do them as they also wear and once done, it really transforms the car. However, whilst i have done both the C70's thus far, using Eibach and H&R springs on Bilstein B4 and B6 dampers, I have not done the R.

The R does have a very unique stance and I'd potentially be looking to get OEM Volvo springs or Eibach is suitable.

I also got new bump stops at the same time.

sdg1970 · Jun 21st, 2019, 17:28

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Originally Posted by DSK

The R does have a very unique stance and I'd potentially be looking to get OEM Volvo springs or Eibach is suitable.

I must admit I put Lesjofors lowering springs from PFS on the rear of my V70R when the Nivomats gave up. I don't regret it as it bought the level to an acceptable position (though only just imo!!)

I refrained from putting them on the front too, as I reckon it makes the car look too chavvy - so as and when the fronts need doing it'll be OEM springs from a Standard V70 and Bilstein shocks. That of course is assuming it currently has Nivomats on the front too?? (assuming Volvo fitted them all round on V70R's????)

IC · Jun 21st, 2019, 18:00

Quote:

Originally Posted by sdg1970

I must admit I put Lesjofors lowering springs from PFS on the rear of my V70R when the Nivomats gave up. I don't regret it as it bought the level to an acceptable position (though only just imo!!)

I refrained from putting them on the front too, as I reckon it makes the car look too chavvy - so as and when the fronts need doing it'll be OEM springs from a Standard V70 and Bilstein shocks. That of course is assuming it currently has Nivomats on the front too?? (assuming Volvo fitted them all round on V70R's????)

Hi, the Nivomats are for the rear only.

Regards

daniel mossey · Jun 22nd, 2019, 11:05

Hi all thanks for your replies.
Dan

Jun 20th, 2019, 22:59	#1
daniel mossey Senior Member Last Online: May 1st, 2022 11:06 Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: WALTHAM ABBEY	V70 r Hi all I need to renew front shocks and top mounts on my car. Would anyone recommend also renewing the front springs. How much roughly would this cost and any parts that I may need when renewing the front suspension that I've missed? Regards Dan.

Jun 21st, 2019, 11:31	#2
DSK C70 T5 Last Online: Mar 23rd, 2022 21:00 Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Midlands	I do this sort of thing as a routine job. Shocks - get Bilstein B4, PFS usually do a great for all 4 (provided they are not the self leveling types). Lemforder suspension mount bearings and top rubber mounts (just got myself a new set this morning set today from www.autodoc.co.uk). Spring, yes do them as they also wear and once done, it really transforms the car. However, whilst i have done both the C70's thus far, using Eibach and H&R springs on Bilstein B4 and B6 dampers, I have not done the R. The R does have a very unique stance and I'd potentially be looking to get OEM Volvo springs or Eibach is suitable. I also got new bump stops at the same time. __________________ 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

Jun 22nd, 2019, 11:05	#5
daniel mossey Senior Member Last Online: May 1st, 2022 11:06 Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: WALTHAM ABBEY	Hi all thanks for your replies. Dan

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