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Monroe Shocks 850 1996

posted by  The Bear on  Thu Apr 22 12:48 CST 2004
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My local mechanic, who was recommended to me by a fellow Volvo owner, has suggested replacing the old shocks on my 850 turbo wagon (which has the "sports" suspension) with Monroe shocks. What do the experts think of this idea - I have had no experience of this make, so would appreciate any advice.

Thanks in advance

The Bear








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    Monroe Shocks 850 1996

    posted by  someone claiming to be Ray N. on  Fri Apr 23 04:56 CST 2004 [RELATED]

    Did you complain about a rough ride leading him to recommend the
    Monroes? They don't really compare to the OEM shocks and I can't
    understand why they would be recommended unless you are trying to really
    change the way the car handles and drives.








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    Monroe Shocks 850 1996

    posted by  someone claiming to be Stormin Norman on  Fri Apr 23 02:43 CST 2004 [RELATED]

    Monroe = bad. Bilstein = wonderful. Like the other post sez, do the mounts too, shocks often last longer than the mounts.








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    Monroe Shocks 850 1996

    posted by  someone claiming to be Stormin Norman on  Fri Apr 23 02:43 CST 2004 [RELATED]

    Monroe = bad. Bilstein = wonderful. Like the other post sez, do the mounts too, shocks often last longer than the mounts.








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    Monroe Shocks 850 1996

    posted by  Rule 308 on  Thu Apr 22 18:11 CST 2004
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    It is my opinion that the Monroes are garbage. It is the stuff you see tire stores pushing in my area. I always use BOGE which is the OE manufacturer for Volvo and have always been satisfied. If you in the area of 100K I would replace the upper spring seats while you have them out as well.


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      Monroe Shocks 850 1996

      posted by  Alastair on  Fri Apr 23 01:40 CST 2004
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      Agreed.... Monroe are cheap and not particularly good.... I can recommend Koni and also Bilstein as an alternative for Boge... I have used Koni in the past and they are excellent (and adjustable)... My brick will need some soon too (108000 mile) so it'll be getting Bilstein as they are bombproof (ask and rally car driver - they all use them as nothing else will last!)...

      Alastair







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