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torque rod bushing

posted by  bryan goldberg on  Tue Sep 20 09:12 CST 2005
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Hi all,

I've searched the archives but don't seem to find an answer.

The torque rod bushing is shot. The steering wheel seems to "bob" up and down over rought roads.

Is this a symptom of a failed bushing?

Thanks,
Bryan








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    torque rod bushing

    posted by  MadeInJapan on  Tue Sep 20 15:08 CST 2005
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    Sounds like it. Call IPD and talk to them about your symptoms. They have new poly bushings that will set you right. If you don't know their number, go to their site to get it: www.ipdusa.com
    Regards,
    MIJ
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    1998 S70 T5 Emarald Green Metallic, 2004 V70 2.5T Ruby Red, Previous Owner of Black '94 850 Turbo Wagon








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      torque rod bushing

      posted by  bryan goldberg on  Wed Sep 21 16:41 CST 2005
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      MIJ,

      Thanks for the info.

      I replaced it with the OEM bushing. But, the problem is still there.

      I called IPD and Matt suggested that it was possibly the struts.

      Finally, I called an indy Vovlo mechanic who told me to have the tires balanced before I brought it in for further examination.

      Could it really be that simple? I'll let you know.

      Bryan








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        torque rod bushing

        posted by  MadeInJapan on  Thu Sep 22 15:15 CST 2005
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        Could be...Volvo suspensions are real finicky, but when you get them right, you know because the ride is so smooth and quiet.
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        1998 S70 T5 Emarald Green Metallic, 2004 V70 2.5T Ruby Red, Previous Owner of Black '94 850 Turbo Wagon








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          And the answer is...

          posted by  bryan goldberg on  Thu Sep 22 16:24 CST 2005
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          MIJ,

          failed RF motor mount.

          Yes, the ride is smooth and quiet on perfect roads.

          I know the suspension tuning on the S70 is less jarring than the 850. But, on the 3rd world roads of Michigan, smooth and quiet are not the words I would use to describe the ride.

          No matter. After 80K miles and 8 years I'm still glad that I chose this car.

          Thanks again.

          Bryan








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            And the answer is...

            posted by  MadeInJapan on  Fri Sep 23 13:21 CST 2005
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            Glad you found your answer...may I ask, what possessed you to look there? There are so many parts related to the front end that it is sometimes really difficult to "tease" out all the posibilities.
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            1998 S70 T5 Emarald Green Metallic, 2004 V70 2.5T Ruby Red, Previous Owner of Black '94 850 Turbo Wagon








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              And the answer is...

              posted by  bryan goldberg on  Fri Sep 23 17:42 CST 2005
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              MIJ,

              I'm relying on the advice of a Volvo specialist.

              That indy mechanic put it up on a lift and he and his 2 assistants went at the suspension and engine bushings with pry bars.

              They found excessive play in the RF motor mount although I don't know if it has completely separated from its fasteners or is only torn.

              The ball joints and tie rod ends were recently replaced. The tires only have about 12K miles on them. The wheel balance was only slightly off on 2 wheels (LF & RR) and balancing them did not stop the motion.

              The mechanic's opinion is that the "bobbing" steering wheel is from excessive drive train movement resulting from the failed motor mount.

              I guess the proof will be if a new mount stops that problem.

              Thanks,
              Bryan







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