my new project

[jetronic63]

Originally Posted by 240karl

just one more thing, i know it needs front shockers, do i go the original route or get better suspension but a bit lower? and any other ideas of what to do with it more than welcome

I lowered the front on mine, it made a massive difference to the way it drives. Much better on corners and much more stable on the motorway. I would definitely recommend it as a mod and you can always return it to stock if you need to. I have bilstein HD shocks all round which give tighter control but still comfy. Maybe some GLT springs on yours to give subtle drop and improve the handling would be a good choice - shocks are a problem as GLT shocks are scarce. Bilsteins are pricey although better value if you get from the US. I was going to poly bush my car but heard that could increase noise so stuck with genuine Volvo rubber and just poly on the anti roll bar. I also put a Jetex exhaust and filter on which gives a slight improvement at higher revs and looks much much nicer. As a previous poster said, everyone has different tastes and while I love the way my car looks and goes, there are many directions to go in depending on what ticks your boxes. You have a nice car to start with though so plenty of possibilities !