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98-03 Volvo shocks

Discussion in 'Volvo Forum' started by Terry270, Jul 10, 2015.

  1. Jul 10, 2015 #1
    Terry270

    Terry270 Road Train Member

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    Looking to replace shocks on the front.

    Should I replace with factory Volvo? Or are there better quality out there?

    I am at 50% on my steer tires so I'm wanting shocks that will last through the life of these and through the life of my next set if possible.
     
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  3. Jul 10, 2015 #2
    Helowrenchturn2

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    I'm not sure about the lifespan but I got a set of Gabriel adjustable that TA sells about 6 months ago. I'm very pleased with the ride.
     
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  4. Jul 16, 2015 #3
    boneebone

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    I use Gabriel Fleetline and they are just as good as the OEM Volvo (which are made by Sachs) and IMO, way overpriced by the Volvo Stealership.

    The local Volvo Dealer near me also sells Gabriel Fleetline as a alternative, in addition to their OEM shocks.

    Gabriel even makes replacement cab shocks, which I also use.

    It is recommended to replace the road shocks every 100,000k miles, whether they need it or not.

    I have found good deals on Gabriel shocks on amazon.com usually no sales tax and free shipping.
     
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  5. Jul 18, 2015 #4
    Bakerman

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    I replace my front shocks every January with the Gabriel shocks from local parts whse.
     
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  7. Jul 18, 2015 #5
    Terry270

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    Decided to go with the Gabriel's. As cheap as they are I see why its good to change them so often. Now lets see if my one steer tire smooths back out
     
    Terry270, Jul 18, 2015
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  8. Jul 25, 2015 #6
    Dazed&Confused

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    Did you ever get your shocks? Needing to replace mine and looking for decent replacements.
     
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  9. Jul 25, 2015 #7
    Terry270

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    Yep went with the Gabriel's. So far so good, the funny wear I noticed on the steers is going away
     
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