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Why would one need to replace a control arm?? 850 1995

posted by  bhs82 on  Mon Dec 1 06:39 CST 2003
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I just got a 1995 850 wagon with 100k.
The suspension is rough compared to my moms 98 V70 with 86k.

I imagine no suspension work has been done on this car. From the reading I have done here, for suspension maintenance, I plan on having to replace


  • Front Strut Assemblies Bilstein Touring Class

  • Front Strut Mounts

  • Front Strut Spring Seats

  • Front Sway Bar Links Volvo OEM

  • Front Coil Springs (possibly)
  • -

  • Rear Shock Absorbers Bilstein Touring Class

  • Rear Shock Mounts

  • Rear Heavy Duty Coil Springs (possibly - covers me for towing, etc
  • -

  • Rotors all the way around Zimmermans

  • Raybestos Quiet Stop Ceramic Pads in the Front

  • Raybestos (non-ceramic) or other pads in the Rear


What would indicate whether or not the control arm should be replaced, and would the whole arm need to be replaced, or just the bushings?

As you can tell, I am new to the suspension thing, so if there is anything else I should do, please let me know.

Thanx
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1995 850T Wagon 101k
1998 V70 GLT Wagon 85k






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