Bilstein Shock Questions on 740

Since the front struts have replaceable inserts most people call the inserts shocks.

Bob

Thanks. The ads I saw for these had no pictures, and I didn't know if people put 4 shocks on a Volvo.

Boge (part of the ZF group) are the manufacturers of the Volvo OEM shock absorbers. If you are after constant ride height with comfort then you may have to fork out for a pair of Boge "Nivomats". They are expensive granted, but will last about ten years and can be fitted with standard or heavy duty springs on rear suspension. I would tend to go for Boge Gas strut shock absorbers and replace the swivel ball joints and top mountings at same time. If your car is approaching or past ten years old then replace the suspension bushings throughout, standard are perfectly adequate, including anti-roll bar link kits. We have pretty active modifications and performance forums on the VOC website where a wealth of information can be gleaned from people like Don Norchi.

All the best, Peter.

Peter thanks, It's a 1987, so it's near 20 years old with 200,000 miles. I bought the IPD front bushing kit, and plan on getting lower ball joints. Not sure about the top mountings.

I don't think I'll do Nivomat. I may just do the Boge Gas strut shock if I can save money and if the OEM Volvo ride was good.

Regards, Jamie

Peter, what are you calling the top mountings? FCP Groton has a mounting kit:

Kind of steep, is this what you were referring to?