1999 S70 T-5 Intrax lowering springs front don't fit
 

So i recently got a pair of intrax lowering springs and the rear ones were installed just fine but the front ones don't seem to fit. The mechanic said

they are far too wide (7 inches compared to the stock ones at 5.3). Can anyone shine light on the problem? Thanks. Here are some pictures

Volvo - Imgur

Thanks a lot!