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Substantial Suspension Subject 200 1984

posted by  Lord Volvo on  Tue Mar 30 17:38 CST 2004
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So I took my 240 to my dealer last week for some minor service. Since the car was originally purchased there, I get a free loaner car (in this case, a 2004 V70 turbo - woo-hoo!) Then I get me car back and notice how soft the V70's suspension felt compared to my 240.

My question is how can I soften the suspension on my car? Is it as simple as new shocks and springs? How can I tell if they need replacing? (I've done the pushing-each-corner-down-and-see-how-often-it-bounces trick and it bounces two or three times.) I've also noticed that my dealer adjusts the suspension during scheduled maintenance intervals. Exactly what are they doing and how effective is it?

If I do need new shocks, any suggestions that wouldn't break the budget of a humble government employee? I'm looking more for comfort than performance.

I realize that a brand-new Volvo will absorb bumps much better than a 20-year-old Volvo, so I'm not expecting a ride like a 1970s American-made aircraft carrier. But it seems to me that my brick is shaking its bones harder than it should.

Thanks.

--
Mike F - 1984 244 DL - 231,000 miles - with Euro headlights and lots of gauges






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