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koni and bilstien setup 850

posted by  someone claiming to be curious on  Thu Jun 26 12:12 CST 2003 [RELATED]

i am going to replace my struts this summer and have done my research on this and other boards. however i would appreciate if anyone who has koni(adjustable) up front and bilstien h/d on the rear with the original springs could comment on the ride in 95T (not the r version). i do not want to change the springs and am looking for anything that can be said about this setup good and bad. thanks.








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    koni and bilstien setup 850

    posted by  someone claiming to be billy dee on  Mon Jun 30 06:05 CST 2003 [RELATED]

    I have the set-up described above. First, not only the R cars came with sport suspension(std), some 850T & T5(like mine) came with it as an option. Also, the major diff. bet the sport & non sport suspension was thicker AR bars & stiffer springs. Note also that all 850s ride harsh(compared to a toyota or honda), but thats due to the chasis set-up. Anyways, I have OEM sport spring with bils in rear and Konis in front set to soft. I recommend this set up! Your squat & dive is eliminated and the car handles fairly better(less bouncy feel). Like I stated, if you have OEM sport springs, you'll still feel the bumps & vibration. If you want to have smooth ride stay with 16" wheels and 55 series tires. I have 17" & 45 so you know i'm get more "sensation" on bad roads. Also, get the best tire you can afford, since it will make a big difference in noise, stopping, grip, etc. If you have regular OEM springs, you will be fine in comfort. try shox.com for best prices!!








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    koni and bilstien setup 850 1995

    posted by  steve s on  Thu Jun 26 15:22 CST 2003
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    ask xtremepsionic at volvospeed.com

    he changed his 850 n/a over to koni front, he really liked them


    i had bilstein all around with stock turbo springs and 16" tires, was ok. it's when u change to 17" and lowering springs that it gets too harsh.







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