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Sachs/Boge Turbo vs. Tokico shocks and struts: your thoughts? 200 1992

posted by  Erling on  Thu Sep 30 20:53 CST 2010
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I've never had Tokicos, so I cannot comment on them. I have Sachs Advantage gas shocks and stuts though, and am very happy with them. They have held up very well, and I find them a good compromise between comfort and handling. I find them only a bit stiffer than the original shocks/struts, so if you want a really sharp handling car go for other options.

As for flatter cornering, heavier swaybars is the easiest and probably most cost-efficient upgrade you can do. Putting turbo swaybars on mine also put a smile on my face. Assuming you, unlike me, are in the US, you have access also to the even heavier IPD sways (www.ipdusa.com).

New shocks and swaybars are a waste though, if you don't replace worn-out bushings. Poly bushings are available, others will comment on how they handle. For me, original Volvo rubber bushings are good enough. The wife will also drive this car occasionally.

Assuming you have original 14" rims, replacing them with 15" (Virgos and others) and wider tires will also have a noticeable effect.

Good luck with it!
Erling.

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