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Lowering Volvo 340 - Shocks

Posted: 26 Sep 2013 07:03 pm
by TeH_Jamie
Hi there,

I'm going to be using lowering blocks for the rear and lowering springs on the front of my 340 shortly.

I am wanting to upgrade the shocks too so wondering what shocks from what cars people have found that fit the 340. I hear front defender shocks fit the rear?

Thanks,
Jamie

Re: Lowering Volvo 340 - Shocks

Posted: 26 Sep 2013 08:53 pm
by classicswede
Land Rover front shocks have close to the same open/closed length as 340 rear and will fit in place. However the valving is way off for what the 300 needs at the rear.

For upgraded dampers so here http://www.classicswede.co.uk/Adjustabl ... 80907.aspx

Re: Lowering Volvo 340 - Shocks

Posted: 26 Sep 2013 09:35 pm
by TeH_Jamie
Defender 110 for example?

Thanks for the links.

Re: Lowering Volvo 340 - Shocks

Posted: 27 Sep 2013 08:05 am
by classicswede
Yep the fronts off a 110 have close dimensions and end fittings. Commonly used for drift cars but hopeless on the road.

Re: Lowering Volvo 340 - Shocks

Posted: 03 Mar 2015 11:10 pm
by inthebeardwetrust
Why are they typically used for drift cars not road?
Are they to stiff?

Re: Lowering Volvo 340 - Shocks

Posted: 04 Mar 2015 09:37 am
by 360beast
Because they are for a 2 ton off roader not an 1100kg saloon/hatch :lol: so yes they are stiff