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.

Upgrading springs

Old Oct 8, 2010 | 11:17 PM
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whats the main difference between sedan and wagon coil springs?
 
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Old Oct 9, 2010 | 07:53 PM
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I think the wagon springs are heavier but not 100% sure.
 
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Old Oct 9, 2010 | 09:45 PM
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well what are the best upgrade springs/lowering springs to match with the bilstein touring struts n shocks for a comfortable ride but nice handling, IPD, H & R, but im not looking to spend alot
 
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Old Oct 9, 2010 | 09:59 PM
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I have H&R's in the rear on my car and like them. I have different ones up front though.
But mine rides almost like stock.
 
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Old Oct 10, 2010 | 03:06 PM
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Stock is firm/a little rough compared to other 850's. Why do you want to lower it?
 
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Old Oct 10, 2010 | 04:31 PM
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I mainly just want it to handle a little better, lowering doesnt matter that much to me, i just want some better springs
 
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Old Oct 10, 2010 | 08:23 PM
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Shocks, tires, and sway bars would be the way to go to me. That way you don't get a harsher ride by accident.
 
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Old Oct 10, 2010 | 10:25 PM
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well i need to replace my drivers side springs, cause the car sags to the drivers side, i just ordered the new bilstein touring struts for it and will be ordering the rear shocks, but was trying to figure out springs before i install it so i can do them all at once, im running yokohama avid v4s 205 55 r16 right now
 
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