Fitting XC90 Calipers & 336mm Discs to S60 / V70

[stephenevans99]

When I first bought my S60 it was wearing a set of standard 286mm discs which looked a bit worse for wear, first job was to replace these with 305mm discs using the original callipers but new carriers. The 305mm set up was fine BUT after a few years I wanted more…

I had read a few threads about fitting the callipers from an XC90 and running 336mm discs – this was the way forward.

First job was to get on eBay and order a set of callipers, found a decent looking set from a 2004 XC90 T6 for £100 delivered from Hills Salvage. These were delivered the next day:

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The XC90 caliper are almost a direct fit to the S60 hub, the only modification is the XC90 Carriers use M14 bolts as opposed to the M12 on the standard S60. This meant that the Steering Limiter Arms would need drilling out to accommodate the new M14 bolts along with the Hub.

The S60 Hub is made from aluminium and would drill without issue, the Steering Limiter Arms are cast and much tougher to drill, I decided to buy a second set of limiter arms and have them drilled out by a local engineering firm in preparation:

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The M12 bolts from the original set up would be of no use, I needed to order some replacement M14 bolts but didn’t know the required length…..so I ordered a variety of M14 8.8 Zinc Plated bolts in 50mm 55mm 60mm lengths – I like to be prepared lol:

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Decided to have the calipers professionally painted and whilst they were away for a few days, I ordered a caliper seal kit from Bigg Red:

http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c2/stephenevans99/Volvo%20S60%20D5%202004/Calipers%20336mm%20Discs%20XC90/DSC02773.jpg (http://s24.photobucket.com/user/stephenevans99/media/Volvo%20S60%20D5%202004/Calipers%20336mm%20Discs%20XC90/DSC02773.jpg.html)

Next on the shopping list was the 336mm discs and pads from Lloyds Volvo in Carlisle….discounted from £280 to £169.00 with next day delivery:

http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c2/stephenevans99/Volvo%20S60%20D5%202004/Calipers%20336mm%20Discs%20XC90/DSC02879.jpg (http://s24.photobucket.com/user/stephenevans99/media/Volvo%20S60%20D5%202004/Calipers%20336mm%20Discs%20XC90/DSC02879.jpg.html)

Just had to wait now for my calipers from the bodyshop…..

[stephenevans99]

The calipers were blasted and painted in primer:

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A few days later, the calipers were back home and looking very Gold:

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With the calipers looking very shiny and gold, I went ahead and fitted the caliper seal kit from Bigg Red so they’d be ready to be installed.

[stephenevans99]

Tools out time…..

First job was to remove the old 305mm discs, pads and calipers along with the old limiter arms. Armed with a new 14mm drill bit and drill, I carefully drilled out the aluminium hubs in order for them to take the new 14mm bolts, this only took a couple of minutes and was surprisingly easy:

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Did a trial fit of the XC90 carriers to determine the length of bolts needed, obviously too short and the carriers wouldn’t be secure, too long and the bolts would strike the disc…discovered 55mm bolts were perfect:

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Confirming that 55mm bolts were now the ones to use, I removed the carrier to mount the new 336mm disc and then refitted the limiter arm and carrier:

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Copper greased the new brake pads and fitted the inner pad with the rear section of the caliper after using silicon grease to lube the slider pins, fitted the flexi brake pipe and mounted the caliper:

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Installed the outer pad and bolted up the rest of the caliper and carefully fitted the pad retaining clip, trying not to scratch the new paintjob lol:

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Next was the straight forward job of bleeding the calipers, starting with the nearside and moving onto the offside, bled without any issues using ATE SuperBlue DOT4 fluid.

[stephenevans99]

Carefully refitted the Comets and then stood back to admire my new 336mm setup:

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A short test drive to make sure there were no issues, obviously brand new discs and pads will need bedding in for a few mile before I can really jump on the anchors.

[stephenevans99]

A few folk have questioned if they’d be sufficient room behind 17” wheels, I was quite surprised how much room there was between the caliper and the Comet wheel. NOTE: 10mm Spacers are fitted:

http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c2/stephenevans99/Volvo%20S60%20D5%202004/Calipers%20336mm%20Discs%20XC90/DSC02934.jpg (http://s24.photobucket.com/user/stephenevans99/media/Volvo%20S60%20D5%202004/Calipers%20336mm%20Discs%20XC90/DSC02934.jpg.html)

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I have also seen this setup using the 17” Tethys.

A quick comparison in sizes between the XC90 caliper and the original S60 caliper…..a massive difference:

http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c2/stephenevans99/Volvo%20S60%20D5%202004/Calipers%20336mm%20Discs%20XC90/DSC_0113.jpg (http://s24.photobucket.com/user/stephenevans99/media/Volvo%20S60%20D5%202004/Calipers%20336mm%20Discs%20XC90/DSC_0113.jpg.html)

Also a comparison between the original 286mm discs, 305mm & 336mm discs:

http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c2/stephenevans99/Volvo%20S60%20D5%202004/Calipers%20336mm%20Discs%20XC90/DISCS.png (http://s24.photobucket.com/user/stephenevans99/media/Volvo%20S60%20D5%202004/Calipers%20336mm%20Discs%20XC90/DISCS.png.html)

Happy Days :)

[merc85]

STUNNING mate! :)

[claymore]

Great write up mate

[Harvey]

Nice job there,but where's the nebs gone ?.

[stephenevans99]

Nebs are in the garage and will be swapped over next week lol. I just wanted to run the new brakes with the 17" Comets to make sure there weren't any issues or surprises.

[Rich v70]

One of the best upgrade to do, would you do the rears to?

[martybelfastt5]

thats a great write up and they look superb!

[t5 pete]

Great write up

[stribo]

Great write up,and good work mate.

[stephenevans99]

One of the best upgrade to do, would you do the rears to?

Not sure exactly what's involved with the rears - caliper and discs wise

[expolicev70t5]

Looks good, nice write up.

[WOODY T5]

Great thread this mate look brilliant too get the nebs back on :)

[kmb]

Looking excellent, very nice work and thread!

[AshDVS]

Excellent, super neat conversion.
Great work!

[Biff]

Great write up Steve & interested to know they fit behind comets. Maybe a good upgrade when I have more funds as I love a bit of braking power.
Wonder what the weight difference is with a view to unsprung weight?

[MoleT-5R]

Excellent write up and a great modification

[Ettienne]

Great write up Steve & interested to know they fit behind comets. Maybe a good upgrade when I have more funds as I love a bit of braking power.
Wonder what the weight difference is with a view to unsprung weight?

Won't fit a p1, but a good budget brake upgrade on a p2, good write up.

Now for the rears!!

[stephenevans99]

Wonder what the weight difference is with a view to unsprung weight?

They certainly weigh a fair bit....the calipers are probably the same weight as the discs themselves - 11.4kg each

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[stephenevans99]

Now for the rears!!

What do I need for bigger stoppers on the rear? I'm interested :)

[Ettienne]

To complete the braking package, they are a bit light weight iirc mine are 15 or 16kg monsters 350 x 32 (or 34) I can't remember.

I'll most likely put 330 4 pot rears on mine but, I have 308mm Porsche 4 pots or 308mm xc90 rears (both vented) on custom hangers.

[Ettienne]

I think you may be able to bolt straight up xc90 vented 308mm, however I've only dealt with awd p2s and it's a straight fit so should be ok, £50 per side calipers and cost of discs, so cheap and a fair bit bigger.

If the s60r rear calipers are a straight fit on the fwd so should the xc90s

[Ettienne]

Btw xc90 rears are very good

[jamesy12345]

To complete the braking package, they are a bit light weight iirc mine are 15 or 16kg monsters 350 x 32 (or 34) I can't remember.

I'll most likely put 330 4 pot rears on mine but, I have 308mm Porsche 4 pots or 308mm xc90 rears (both vented) on custom hangers.

seems like overkill to me)) have you lads considered getting lighter cars?

only kidding very impressed with the photos in this thread

[Ettienne]

That's the thing p2 are heavy especially r's

[stephenevans99]

Bigger brakes is easier than a gym membership lol

[Ettienne]

No need to drill rears either.

[stephenevans99]

Started looking already lol....I take it the S60 handbrake shoes can remain in situ, it's just the disc and pads along with the caliper that's changed?

[Ettienne]

Yep spot on

[Biff]

Won't fit a p1, but a good budget brake upgrade on a p2, good write up.

Now for the rears!!

I thought Nealevo had them before his fancy ones?

[hemihusky]

I thought Nealevo had them before his fancy ones?

i think his were those proper rare volvo OEM 320mm upgrade that are like audi calipers? T5 pete has um now i think?

[Ettienne]

I thought Nealevo had them before his fancy ones?

P2 stuff won't fit a p1 at all I should know, I've made many many brake set ups as I get bored.

You can get a bracket to fit certain p2 stuff, but it's a limited range and not 4 pots or 336s etc.

I run xc90 fronts on my 940.

[stribo]

What do I need for bigger stoppers on the rear? I'm interested :)

http://i373.photobucket.com/albums/oo174/RSCougar/Our%20Volvo%20S60R/WP_20150307_12_15_33_Pro.jpg (http://s373.photobucket.com/user/RSCougar/media/Our%20Volvo%20S60R/WP_20150307_12_15_33_Pro.jpg.html)

And as a bonus, you'll get extra R badges on your car. ;)

[Norbertinio]

Sorry to resurrect this thread but just wondering if someone managed to install xc90 calipers for the rear. Are they a direct bolt-on ?

[silverback02]

And I'll resurrect it again.
Could I do this mod on my 2004 C70 2.4T GT.
She already has the 305mm carriers and disk fitted instead of the standard 280mm.
cheers

[stephenevans99]

Sorry to resurrect this thread but just wondering if someone managed to install xc90 calipers for the rear. Are they a direct bolt-on ?

Rear calipers from an XC90 will bolt straight onto the rear of the S60/V70 but they are only slightly bigger than the standard ones already fitted, that said...you would then have vented discs rather than solid. I wouldn't replace the original rear discs and pads for the sake of it & expect a huge gain in braking performance; but if they need replacing anywhoo it maybe worth considering.


And I'll resurrect it again.
Could I do this mod on my 2004 C70 2.4T GT.
She already has the 305mm carriers and disk fitted instead of the standard 280mm.
cheers

I believe not.....The C70 will have 302mm carriers and discs - unfortunately the XC90 setup won't fit.

[rjocosta]

I recently bought some 336mm discs and calipers of a XC90 T6 to apply on my S60 T5, but I had a question. Will I be able to mount this set in 17 "Tethys?

[stephenevans99]

I have seen this setup behind a set of 17" Tethys......not sure whether they were using spacers tbh.

[M-R-P]

I recently bought some 336mm discs and calipers of a XC90 T6 to apply on my S60 T5, but I had a question. Will I be able to mount this set in 17 "Tethys?

Should fit, I know for a fact they go under 17" amaltheas, comets and pegs. There's about 15mm gap between the caliper and wheel weights with amaltheas.

[stephenevans99]

Currently in the process of refurbing a set of XC90 Rear calipers for the S60. A small upgrade from the current solid 288mm discs of the S60 to the vented 308mm discs from the XC90. Probably offer very little noticeable improvement but my rear discs need replacing so thought why not :B_thumb:

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[MoleT-5R]

Currently in the process of refurbing a set of XC90 Rear calipers for the S60. A small upgrade from the current solid 288mm discs of the S60 to the vented 308mm discs from the XC90. Probably offer very little noticeable improvement but my rear discs need replacing so thought why not :B_thumb:

http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c2/stephenevans99/Volvo%20S60%20D5%202004/Calipers%20336mm%20Discs%20XC90/IMG_20170724_164826.jpg

oooh.....they'd look nice on my Ocean Race.......nice work Mr Evans...:)

[Ettienne]

Currently in the process of refurbing a set of XC90 Rear calipers for the S60. A small upgrade from the current solid 288mm discs of the S60 to the vented 308mm discs from the XC90. Probably offer very little noticeable improvement but my rear discs need replacing so thought why not :B_thumb:

http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c2/stephenevans99/Volvo%20S60%20D5%202004/Calipers%20336mm%20Discs%20XC90/IMG_20170724_164826.jpg

Been using Xc90 rears on p1's a while they work quite well, you should notice it.

[Ettienne]

336s fit under Tethys without spacers iirc.

[rjocosta]

I have another question. Which brake lines do you use, stock ones or Xc90?

[M-R-P]

I have another question. Which brake lines do you use, stock ones or Xc90?

The xc90 calipers' pipe attachment is actually slightly closer to the body than the standard one so your current lines will do fine.

[S.Roberts]

Anyone know if this would work the same for a S40 II?

[bveenhof]

I also did this upgrade, front and rear. I was expecting a massive difference, since the rear discs are now larger than the stock 286mm front discs. However, i find it a bit disappointing to be honest. Sure, the pedal responds a bit earlier but it doesn't really feel much different. Or does it take a while before the system really performs to it's full potential? I've driven about 200km / 120miles and went for Zimmermann sport + Ferodo Premier (front) and regular Zimmermann discs + Ferodo Premier (rear).

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[don kalmar union]

To the best of my knowledge the front brake set up of the now discontinued Focus RS with the Volvo 5 pot came straight off the old XC90. The problem might be that the clever front suspension on those RSs might have different spacings, bolt diameters etc. to the old small Volvos that otherwise shared the Focus platform, suspension etc.

Don.

[rjocosta]

Already made the swap.

Front
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Rear
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Made a huge difference specially on high speed braking, and it looks soooo much better.

[davebb]

Hi this is brilliant info,
I did 305mm on my s60 d5 about 3 years ago, would it be safe to fit the xc90 rears on the car with the 305mm on the front, or should I fit the 336 on to the front before the vented xc90 rears,
Thanks Dave

[stephenevans99]

I think it would be perfectly safe to fit the rears first. I can't see it upsetting the braking balance of the car that much tbh.

[davebb]

Hi Stephen
Thanks for that , I did think that as pressure on the back braking is reduced anyway,
also with the front ,I read that there are 2 different sizes of the xc90 front brakes available,
how do I know the callipers are for the 336mm, was there a year car I need to get them from, as I will be looking on ebay,
Thanks Dave

[GMCC]

I got the t6 2.9 336mm Calipers of a 2004 xc90 also when I fitted the rears I had the rears fitted for a couple of weeks till I got the bigger wheels you notice the increase in braking in the rear but doesn’t affect the balance

[davebb]

Hi thanks that's good to know,
Thanks Dave

[stephenevans99]

I seem to recall that my calipers were from a T6 too....it's been a while lol

[MoleT-5R]

Just be a little careful with xc90 disc's and calipers, as by local motor factors informed me there 3 different sizes of front disc's listed, when I went for pads recently.

[davebb]

ok thanks for all of the help, I am still in two minds as I did my 305 fronts about 3 years ago and are still in very good condition, but another 31mm should be a very good up grade,
Thanks Dave

[M-R-P]

The brake balance is controlled electronically.

It'll cope with different braking performance at one end.

[davebb]

Hi Martin
Thanks For the info, How does it do it electronically ?, is it done by the ABS Module,
We did meet at devil developments 1.5 years ago, I was the only one with a s60 D5,
Thanks Dave

[M-R-P]

Hi Martin
Thanks For the info, How does it do it electronically ?, is it done by the ABS Module,
We did meet at devil developments 1.5 years ago, I was the only one with a s60 D5,
Thanks Dave

I remember - that's when mine made 310bhp. Happy days.

Yeah, providing you have the more advanced dstc safety system, it can monitor and control the brakes on each wheel and cut the throttle if it thinks you're about to do something stupid.

[davebb]

Hi Martin
my 2002 does not have the more advanced dstc, only has the front wheel stc,
Thanks Dave

[bveenhof]

This week, i upgraded my suspension to a Bilstein B12 Pro kit. Really good upgrade! But the mechanic said that the brake lines on the front are scraping against the chassis at maximum steering. Has anyone else noticed this and found a solution?

In the picture you can see the metal scrapes pretty clearly.
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[davebb]

This week, i upgraded my suspension to a Bilstein B12 Pro kit. Really good upgrade! But the mechanic said that the brake lines on the front are scraping against the chassis at maximum steering. Has anyone else noticed this and found a solution?

In the picture you can see the metal scrapes pretty clearly.
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Hi Can you give more info on what you think about the B12 kit, Do you think the damping is to hard or just right, is the car roll cut out,
Thanks Dave

[bveenhof]

Hi Can you give more info on what you think about the B12 kit, Do you think the damping is to hard or just right, is the car roll cut out,
Thanks Dave

I just picked up the car yesterday, so i can't say too much about it yet. But what i have noticed, is that it gives you a lot more feeling and feedback. You feel much more in contact with the car. The car also has much less body roll and dives less when braking or accelerating. In the corners it just feels better and more sporty, like i'd expect from a car that's advertised by Volvo as a sporty sedan. Obviously you do give up a bit of comfort, but not too much. My wife didn't really notice anything and wondered why i "wasted" all that money :D The only place i really noticed that the damping was harder, was on a cobblestone road. But even then, the comfortability was perfectly acceptable. All in all; i highly recommend it!

[davebb]

Hi Thanks for the info,
I do have the eibach springs with STD dampers so it would be the same if I got the B8 dampers, I do find the springs very good, but I have been thinking about the dampers,
Dave

[bveenhof]

I think the Bilstein dampers will be an upgrade! :) Drove some more today and i must say that it's just more fun to drive right now.

As for the brake hoses scraping against the chassis... does anyone know to fix that?

[davebb]

OK Thanks what hoses are they, braded hoses ?
can you cut some rubber grommets and fit them on and re glue with super glue,
Dave

[woz]

Yeah i agree , it is standard fitment on many brake lines to have a section of rubber tube over the top near potential chafe points. Inthink my 850 fronts have it. I would make some grommets up out of a section of fuel hose or similar, slit down the side, clip it over the brake line and then attach with cable ties or acrylic sealant. Drawback is it wilmstill chafe so you make want to attach a small bit of shiny stainless to cover up the rubbed patch. Not sure what MoT man will say about rubbing hoses!!! Otherwise you may ned to get longer hoses and route them so they can be clipped back so they dont chafe. Good luck, let us know how it goes.

[jellison]

Nice job. Lucky to get inside the 17's.

[bveenhof]

Thanks! Since i wanted new brake lines anyway, i upgrade to steel braided ones. They still have a layer of plastic to cover them though, but an extra layer of rubber might be enough to protect both the chassis and the brake lines. And i don't think it'll be visible, with the massive XC90 callipers in front of them :D

[bveenhof]

So, a little while later. My S60 went for the yearly checkup and my brake lines where dangerously damaged. Turns out the mechanic who installed the callipers, connected the brake lines to the bleed nipples. Apparently this fits perfectly fine, but on the max steering angle the brake lines get bend too much. I had to get new brake lines and now all is fine :) Definitely something to keep in mind.

[Jays V70]

Hi Dudes!

Sorry for the ambush!

I'm just in the process of doing this upgrade to my D5 V70.

Does anyone know whether the 336mm XC90 'upgrade' will fit with 17" Amalthea's? Don't want to go down the realms of having to buy some new rims just yet as just put new rubber on my 17's!

Thanks in advance!

Jay

[Timo.]

Post 5 suggests yes.... Might depend on what 17 inch wheels you have

[Jays V70]

Post 5 suggests yes.... Might depend on what 17 inch wheels you have

Hi Timo,

It does seem some 17's fit whilst others need spacers.

I'm just trying to do the homework before putting all the xc90 kit on the car and finding out that i can't use it due to the wheels (Amalthea's) not fitting.

Guess it's going to have to be a case of trial and error!

[Jays V70]

So a bit of an update.

17' Amalthea's kinda fit. As in they will physically fit over the rims, however you will need spacers to clear the calipers!3298732988 I'm now running a set of Ford mondeo 18's during the winter with custom spacers to get the right offset until I get enough dosh together to get some 1AV ZX 1's with the right offset... Still work in progress!!!

[rozakiin]

So a bit of an update.

17' Amalthea's kinda fit. As in they will physically fit over the rims, however you will need spacers to clear the calipers!3298732988 I'm now running a set of Ford mondeo 18's during the winter with custom spacers to get the right offset until I get enough dosh together to get some 1AV ZX 1's with the right offset... Still work in progress!!!

Here's how the brakes fit with 17x7.5 Amalthea maybe 3-5mm (half a finger width) at the narrowest point.
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[M-R-P]

I never had any trouble fitting ameltheas over the 336 kit.
Yes, it was tight but, never had any fouling.