850 gets a facelift

[Saaamon]

Theres two chassis rails behind the bumper that have L shape brackets bolted to the ends, these brackets turn to dust.. You can still get the brackets from volvo new but dont take the bumper off until you've got the parts as it may not go back on.

[Ade]

Theres two chassis rails behind the bumper that have L shape brackets bolted to the ends, these brackets turn to dust.. You can still get the brackets from volvo new but dont take the bumper off until you've got the parts as it may not go back on.

Any pics of them or part numbers so I know what I'm asking for? Parts desks at main dealers are typically hugely unhelpful in my experience...

[Ade]

Quick bit of googling and I'm guessing it's this... #6816114

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/BRAND-NEW-...item35c9894189

[Saaamon]

Yes that is exactly the part you need.



This is what it looks like without the brackets on.



This is with the brackets on.

The L brackets bolt to the chassis rails, on the bumper is a long metal impact beam which slots into those brackets, theres a long bolt that goes through the bracket from the bottom into the bumper then screws on to a captive nut on top of the bracket. If you can get them its worth buying new bolts which attach the brackets to the chassis rail, i had to grind mine off. The sides are attached with a specific nut that fits into the bumper then it goes through the inner wings. The offside you screw from under the car and the nearside you pull up the boot floor and can get to it there. The arch liners hold the ends of bumper secure and are riveted on, these can be bought from volvo for about £1.50ea, you'll need 6.

Try FRF Volvo Swansea and quote C3 discount, 01792 790066. I buy all my parts from them and are exceptionally good.

[Ade]

It all makes sense now! Thanks for that, top advice, and great to see pics in there.

[abdul]

Nice car

[Ade]

Brakes sorted! And looking much better after the 302mm upgrade... (just need to clean the wheels now!)

[Saaamon]

Car is looking great! Will you be attending the HLM rr day next weekend?

[Ade]

Car is looking great! Will you be attending the HLM rr day next weekend?

Would like a remap and dyno session, but I'll be at a drift day then!
Another time..