Volvo 850 Made from 1993 to 1997, this Volvo line was available in both a wagon and a sedan, both with were graced with several trim levels.

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Old Feb 20, 2009 | 10:42 AM
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ok i have lowered my 850 wagen with hr springs and now im going to buy struts.
im thinking about the koni fsd is anybody running them or is there a better option out there
i want the wagen to ride better and handle when i want to get aggresive. just looking for ideas thanks
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Old Feb 20, 2009 | 04:55 PM
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How low was your Drop?
 
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Old Feb 20, 2009 | 08:35 PM
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Bilsteins or KONIs....you cant go wrong with either of them.
I am not sure on the new FSD models. They sound like they can be nice for rough roads, and still handle really good. the only thing I dont like about it is that they do self adjust. I think I would have more controll on a track with regular Bilstein HDs or KONIs.
 
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Old Feb 20, 2009 | 08:54 PM
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I think that is next on my list(springs and struts), but dont want to go lower than 1.5 inches. Any suggestions?
 
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Old Feb 20, 2009 | 10:25 PM
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i used hr springs and brings the car just 1.3inches front and 1.3 in rear looks great just want a complete system
what is every one running with lowered cars
 
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Old Feb 21, 2009 | 06:38 AM
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My son is going to use HR springs to lower his 97 S70 T5M. I just put Billstean Touring in my T5R and like the handling and the ride. I have no desire to lower though. Heard Koni adjustables are great, but was not willing to spend the money.
 
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