Outer Tie Rod Replacement Tutorial – 850, S70, V70, XC70
Outer Tie Rod Replacement Tutorial – 850, S70, V70, XC70Remove the outer tie rod end from the steering knuckle. Volvo has a special press tool but you can leave the nut on the end of the tie rod end...
View ArticleIdentify Strut Mount vs. Spring Seat
Identify Strut Mount vs. Spring SeatUse this visual to distinguish the parts. Use this Strut Mount vs. Spring Seat forum topic to find out which you need. Related posts: What strut spring compressor?...
View ArticleVolvo 850, S70, V70, XC70 Control Arm Replacement
Volvo 850, S70, V70, XC70 Control Arm ReplacementI thought for sure that we had a writeup on control arms but we sure don't. I would like to say that it is just 3 bolts and you are done but it is never...
View ArticleShock Talk! And Tires Too
Shock Talk! And Tires TooPrior to the tire swap, using sorry looking 205/55R16 Toyo Versado LX's at 40 psi with the Konis set at full soft, the handling was outstanding. There was slight oversteer near...
View ArticleReplacing Rear Wheel Bearing/Hub Assembly, 2001+ XC70/XC90
Replacing Rear Wheel Bearing/Hub Assembly, 2001+ XC70/XC90MVS Contributor Zachary shows us how to "I am happy to share photos and details of the process to replace your rear wheel bearing/hub assembly...
View ArticleBig Kumho Ecsta 4x Tires Debate
Big Kumho Ecsta 4x Tires DebateAll the new tires I've ever bought have been incredible, initially.Matthews Volvo Site - Volvo advice, tuning & DIY fixes Related posts: Tires for Smooth Ride – S60...
View ArticleFront Swaybar Diameter, P80 Volvos
Front Swaybar Diameter, P80 VolvosFront sway bar part #s, sizes, paint splotch colors: 9173982 O.Dia 20 mm (marked red) 9173983 O.Dia 21 mm (marked yellow) 9173471 O.Dia 21.5 mm (marked yellow/blue) …...
View ArticleXC90 Rear Hub Replacement Tutorial
XC90 Rear Hub Replacement Tutorial"Here is a tutorial I put together after having to replace the rear hubs on my 2006 XC90... after doing the first one. It was easy, and I didn't see any other tutorial...
View ArticleNew forum -> Wheels & Tires! Whoo!
New forum -> Wheels & Tires! Whoo!All the Volvo wheel and tire discussion you can stand, then even more. Volvo OEM wheels, aftermarket wheels, tires, tire brands, tire fitment, tire prices, snow...
View ArticleTie Rods DIY 2000 V40 1.9T
Tie Rods DIY 2000 V40 1.9TMVS Forums member wildgoats2 goes off the rails with details on his V40 tie rods DIY tutorial, inner and outer. And saves $400 by doing the job himself: I did my inner/outer...
View Article1998 V70 AWD Four Bolt Control Arm Replacement w/ Photos
1998 V70 AWD Four Bolt Control Arm Replacement w/ PhotosThis last weekend I replaced the front right lower control arm on my 1998 V70 AWD. It's the four-bolt control arm. I've replaced a handful of...
View ArticleList of 850, V70, S70 and C70 Wheels
List of 850, V70, S70 and C70 WheelsMVS Forums Contributor mikealder compiled a list of 850, V70, S70 and C70 wheels. He helpfully included wheel size, offset, tire size and Volvo color code....
View ArticleCheck the Part, Not Just the Box
Check the Part, Not Just the BoxThis is what people do... A lot. Buy a set of cheap tie rod ends at Autozone and buy a set of moogs at advance auto. Install the moogs, put the cheap tie rod ends in the...
View ArticleShock Absorbers 101
Shock Absorbers 101MVS Sponsor iPD’s Ken and Cameron answer our shocks and struts questions: What do shocks do? How do you know when your shocks & struts are worn out? Once you know you need to...
View ArticleNew Tire Rack Deals are Here
New Tire Rack Deals are HereIf you can’t see these, turn off your ad blocker. Related posts: How to Buy Tires from Tire Rack So Easy a Caveman Could Do It Buying from Tire... Tire Specials: Pirelli,...
View Article1999 V70 T5 Sway Bar Link Replacement w Pix
1999 V70 T5 Sway Bar Link Replacement w PixMVS Forums moderator Abscate tells what led him to know it was the sway bar end links: "...creaking, groaning, crack on loading the front end. I would...
View ArticleVolvo 850 DIY Inner, Outer Tie Rod End Replacement w/pics
Volvo 850 DIY Inner, Outer Tie Rod End Replacement w/picsMVS Contributor Jason Reed slays the tie rod dragon with one swing of the DIY sword. Introduction: This DIY guide shows how I replaced the TRW...
View ArticleSupplement to Delta Link Replacement
Supplement to Delta Link ReplacementMVS Forums Contributor xHeart: Following photos and notes extends the pioneer delta link write up of Ozark Lee. The project included replacing coil springs, delta...
View ArticleVolvo 850 Suspension Wandering
Volvo 850 Suspension WanderingVolvo 850 Suspension: the car wanders a bit... over uneven road it wants to steer itself, you have to actively counter with steering inputMatthews Volvo Site - Volvo...
View ArticleTowing a Volvo Long Distance
Towing a Volvo Long DistanceI have also towed with a 1/2 ton Suburban, and although the rear end does sag a bit when loading a car on a u-haul transport. But, putting the car on backwards on the...
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