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Front shock kerplunk! V70-XC70

posted by  e21Pilot on  Thu Nov 23 20:32 CST 2006
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My V70XC has 100K and original shocks all around. Recently, I noticed a kerplunk kind of sound from the front right shock when it hits a speed bump or drops off a curb at low speed. This only happens first thing in the morning and then goes away after driving for a bit.

I wonder if this is typical for the front factory shocks at this mileage? If so and replacement is in order are Bilsteins the way to go in the fronts? I'm wondering if they are a good match for the factory rears (nivomats I think on XC models) which are still fine or will they be too stiff and change the characteristics of the vehicle which I'm pretty happy with.

Thanks,

RGW.








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    Front shock kerplunk! V70-XC70

    posted by  someone claiming to be Pancho on  Fri Nov 24 02:17 CST 2006 [RELATED]

    Before replacing the front strut, check the struct mount, the sway bar link and other mounts of front suspension, which normaly wear out and cause that type of sound. I´m about to change front and rear shocks for a V70T and wonder if I go for the original, Bilsteins or Koni. Any recomendation?







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