S70 - Bilsteins and spring seats

Discussion in 'Volvo S70' started by M, Feb 6, 2007.

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    On the passenger side, I've broken my 2nd set of spring seats in less than
    70K miles, with this last one lasting less than 10k miles! I have had
    Bilsteins on them since 2000, and the ride is rough, but would a rough
    ride really cause a spring seat to die that fast?

    My car has had its fair share of problems on the front passenger side ...
    replaced a wheel hub, cv boot replaced, sway bar end link replacement soon
    (suggested by a mechanic). Could there be some other underlying issue that
    is causing my problems, ie like the Bilsteins themselves or the
    installation? How would I know?

    Before I go and replace the spring seats, I'm wondering if I'd be better
    off just going with the OEM Boge. I would like a softer ride.

    Last question ... do you think I could sell the Bilsteins? They do have a
    lifetime warranty ...

    Thanks,
    Mike
     
    M, Feb 6, 2007
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