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[ajs850T]

Just got these in from Groton, the OEM are exactly the same size but these sure aren't. One of them looks like it is designed for a rally car and the other looks more like the OEM. They do fit on the car, but the angle will be slightly different due to the overall height/shaft length where it connects to the knuckle. What really makes me worry is that i ordered one sway bar link with this order and received two...free of charge...wondering if the dude was really high when he packed it. Anyone run into this before?

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[shurgen]

Just got these in from Groton, the OEM are exactly the same size but these sure aren't. One of them looks like it is designed for a rally car and the other looks more like the OEM. They do fit on the car, but the angle will be slightly different due to the overall height/shaft length where it connects to the knuckle. What really makes me worry is that i ordered one sway bar link with this order and received two...free of charge...wondering if the dude was really high when he packed it. Anyone run into this before?

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That's weired, maybe they didn't have the one you ordered and gave you an OEM. Speaking of end links you got from fcp for $15 are crap, you will be due for new ones next year. Dust boots don't last on them. These are the ones you need http://www.eeuroparts.com/productdetail.as...lts=1&code=5777

Edited by shurgen, 08 March 2006 - 12:33 AM.

[beachnut]

<ugh> I better go look at mine.

[ajs850T]

That's weired, maybe they didn't have the one you ordered and gave you an OEM. Speaking of end links you got from fcp for $15 are crap, you will be due for new ones next year. Dust boots don't last on them. These are the ones you need http://www.eeuroparts.com/productdetail.as...lts=1&code=5777

ggrrr, i hadn't heard any bad buzz about groton end links...oh well, they take like 10 minutes to replace. thanks for the link...i guess i will just try these out until they go bad, the boots on mine look just like the volvo ones

Edited by ajs850T, 08 March 2006 - 12:42 AM.

[beachnut]

Both of mine match perfectly. I just bought them last month. Mine look like one in your pic on the right, with the blue circlips. Looks like you have a mismatched pair. Just have them send you another one with the blue clips ... they're real good about that stuff.

Edited by beachnut, 08 March 2006 - 12:45 AM.

[Slater]

That's weired, maybe they didn't have the one you ordered and gave you an OEM. Speaking of end links you got from fcp for $15 are crap, you will be due for new ones next year. Dust boots don't last on them. These are the ones you need http://www.eeuroparts.com/productdetail.as...lts=1&code=5777

No, the ones he needs are: http://volvospeed.com/vs_forum/index.php?showtopic=22921&hl=

[merlin390]

No, the ones he needs are: http://volvospeed.com/vs_forum/index.php?showtopic=22921&hl=

does this mean you have a batch ready?

[James100]

What about these from IPD...Endlinks

They are $40 Each...Opinions please

[merlin390]

What about these from IPD...Endlinks

They are $40 Each...Opinions please

Opinion? wait for Slater to to get another batch of his end links ready.

[lax01]

The tie-rod on the left hand side is the correct one...the one on the right is not correct and should not be on an 850...possibly an 240...

I'd call Groton and have them ship you another correct Tie-Rod

[shurgen]

No, the ones he needs are: http://volvospeed.com/vs_forum/index.php?showtopic=22921&hl=

I wonder how long these will last once dust gets inside?

Opinion? wait for Slater to to get another batch of his end links ready.

They are better than OEM if you look for performance, I am not into performance and satisfied with OEM.

[MadeInJapan]

That's what I have on mine with the IPD Antisway's. I like em just fine
Though...if I knew about Slater's before I bought them I would have gone for Slater's....next time

[for850]

The tie-rod on the left hand side is the correct one...the one on the right is not correct and should not be on an 850...possibly an 240...

I'd call Groton and have them ship you another correct Tie-Rod

Hmm... Groton sent me two of the ones on the right....

I put them on last night and seemed to fit fine. What are the downsides of keeping them on?

[ajs850T]

Hmm... Groton sent me two of the ones on the right....

I put them on last night and seemed to fit fine. What are the downsides of keeping them on?

the one on the right is identical to OEM and what i just took off the car. i am sort of thinking the left may be off an XC, but i haven't looked to see if they are different part numbers yet

Yes, if it came down to paying 40 a piece for end links, i would just wait for Slater's...it just makes sense. The OEM end links are a joke

[pete0r]

that's funny, i just got mine in today. going on the car tomorow.

here's a photo:

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[lax01]

weird...mine were both identical...there really shouldn't be a difference on a side...I seriously doubt its going to matter...unless one is structurally weaker

[Slater]

I wonder how long these will last once dust gets inside?
They are better than OEM if you look for performance, I am not into performance and satisfied with OEM.

Well, seeing how they are 100% sealed a long time.

They are not your run of the mill rod ends...

[crimsonghost]

I think as far as ajs850t's case is concerned, it probably isnt a big deal as long as both links are the same length. It is wierd that they would send two when only one was ordered. Oh well...a spare never hurts I guess. Im pretty sure I need a new set myself as im getting a popping noise that I understand is a symptom. I realize it could be other things but I tend to start with the cheapest/easiest part to replace & go from there. I was thinking about the heavy duty links from IPD but it just appears to be a similar link to all the aftermarket ones out there but with a thicker rod. And im under the impression its the hardware at each end of the rod that wears out. I mean im sure the thicker rod provides for better handling but wouldnt the ends wear just as quickly as any other aftermarket part? Keep in mind im not performance minded. I mean I drive a 1998 N/A S70 with 15" steel wheels. But I do cover about 500-600 miles a week in DC/Metro area traffic, particularly the godforsaken beltway. So when it comes to replacement parts, I want to put something on the car that will be safe and last. Slater, I know by reading the boards here what youve been going through. And by no means do I intend to make a set of sway bar links sound more important than your health. But when yours are ready, youll let us know right?

[Slater]

But when yours are ready, youll let us know right?

You betcha!

[for850]

fwiw, i sent Nick at FCP the photo with the 2 different tie rods. He said both were correct.

I would probably return one of them and get 2 of the same kind though.