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Boge or Bilstein? 850 1993

posted by  Jake850 on  Wed Aug 28 13:15 CST 2002
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Hi

My mechanic recommened new struts/shocks before winter, he gave me two options. The first is to have the OEM shock set up installed, which is made by Boge, and the other is the aftermarket bilstein option, there is only a $200 dollars difference. Has everyone with the Bilsteins installed liked them or thought it was a waste of money? Thanks!







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    Boge or Bilstein? 850 1993

    posted by  someone claiming to be Ed M. on  Fri Aug 30 14:26 CST 2002 [RELATED]

    Try Monroe shocks. Put a pair on the rear and seem to be an improvement over the OEM shocks--less expensive too. Plan to put Monroe struts on the front.








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    Boge or Bilstein? 850 1996

    posted by  ed850 on  Thu Aug 29 05:54 CST 2002
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    Bilstein improved my ride and handling. At 90k, my Boge was still good to go, but I optioned to improve the handling of my car, not really concerned about comfort. Went with Bilstein and never looked back. It no longer feels like it's going to bottom out on dips, and it handles the bumps on the road a little more eloquently. Squat on acceleration was reduced, and carrying passengers and luggage feels more secure. Many curse its firm ride, but I'd rather have that than mushy. Cost would be the only downside of Bilstein, but you seem to be ok with it. Your mechanic recommends them, what does he think?








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    Boge or Bilstein? 850 1993

    posted by  someone claiming to be John on  Thu Aug 29 01:55 CST 2002 [RELATED]

    Jake,

    I have put Bilstein on both my 1995 850 wagon, stick and 1999 S70 (Stick). Yes, they are a bit firmer but the ride is so so much better. I love them to death.








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      Boge or Bilstein? 850 1993

      posted by  someone claiming to be fsa on  Fri Aug 30 15:47 CST 2002 [RELATED]

      Were they HD or the new TC, I bought a set TC and returned them (before installation) to IPD because the comments were they were toooooooo hard. I like the Boge, but the fronts are only two year warranty, let me know what you think.
      Do you know of any lifetime warranty struts/shocks for the 1995 850 turbo for a firm but comfort ride?

      thanks







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    Boge or Bilstein? 850 1993

    posted by  someone claiming to be Steve on  Wed Aug 28 17:36 CST 2002 [RELATED]

    How many miles on yours? Stock lasts for 100,000. Bilsteins are great (I liked mine) and a bit FIRMER than stock, but once broken in (several thousand miles later) are fine.








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      Thanks! 850 1993

      posted by  Jake850 on  Fri Aug 30 07:14 CST 2002
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      I guess I will be going with the Bilsteins, everyone seems to like them. I guess I've got a lot of wear out of the Boge (130,000), but Im sure the Bilsteins are just as good. My mechanic showed me thank you notes that he has from other Volvo owners about the Bilstein upgrades. Thanks Guys.

      -Jake








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        Thanks! 850 1993

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        posted by  jpullen on  Fri Aug 30 12:50 CST 2002
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        I've owned and been happy with both Bilsteins and (something no one has mentioned) Tokico fully adjustable gas shocks. I really really really liked the Tokico's - I had them on '93 RX7 R1, but I'm not sure if they're making an application for 850's/S70's yet.

        You may want to look into them. They're roughly the same price as Bilstein's, but with the twist of a knob, you can go from teeth rattling tight to grandpa soft.
        --
        1998 S70 T5M, Nordic Blue, iPD ECU/Strut Tower Brace/Anti-Sway bars, SuperSprint SS exhaust, Magnecore plug wires, K&N Filter Charger, Blackout Grill, European Side Marker Lamps, Two-Tone interior, 225/40 Series tires







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