Thanks for the input Ben. That's interesting about your experience with the Bilstein upgrade on your V70. I too upgraded to Bilsteins on my S70 and after about 25,000 miles I had the stock Boges re-installed. I agree with you in that the handling was everything that one could expect- great stability on the freeway, no more wandering within the lane, much crisper initiation into turns, just an overall improvement in handling. The reason I took them off was I was starting to develop a flinch whenever I spotted an expansion joint or moderate pothole coming up. The suspension would respond with a sharp, jarring jolt which was unacceptable after a while. The Bilsteins gave me a very unsophisticated ride in terms of ride compliance. It's interesting because I've talked to other people who have installed Bilsteins and it seems as if its about 50:50 in terms of your experience and mine.

Anyway it sounds as if the Monroes are not the answer. I was wondering if you had also upgraded to the IPD sway bars which might make a difference in terms of how the Bilsteins would perform with the 70 suspension and chasis. Also, where did you purchase your Bilsteins? I'm wondering if the Bilsteins from different sources are different. I bought mine from an outfit in San Diego called R & D Enterprises.

Thanks again,