My Volvo C30, Sway Bars, Strut Braces, & End Links Explained

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[@atharvashinde1368]

I just installed my Whiteline rear sway bar and it definitely made a huge improvement to my handling. Coilovers next :D

[@hdiaz_daily]

Sweet dropping gems

[@jeremytannehill9427]

Can anyone point me in the right direction on figuring out what Mazda 3 parts are interchangeable with my S40? I've looked for some sort of cross reference sheet between volvos/ford's/mazda but haven't had any luck! Specifically I am trying to find affordable coil springs to close in the ugly wheel gap:/

[@ejdiaz11]

Also I will like to know if there's such information... I have an S40 T5 and sometimes Volvo parts are too expensive

[@sirhcmi3]

Great info as always! Question on your H&R Coil-Overs... My local backroads (the fun winding ones) are rough. My first thought is to beef up my sway-bars and soften the suspension dampening. I was looking at Bilstein B16’s... I also see Raceworks COs in another comment... What do you think? (I checked your prior vids. If I missed one on coil-overs, my apologies... You’re just too helpful!)

[@MyNameIdeasWereTaken]

Haven't uploaded a coilover video yet. I recommend KW, they make a great suspension with plenty of adjustability options to get something that rides better than stock. Bilstein is another great brand. I have no experience with Raceworks. The H&R coilovers I have were one of the only available options 13 years ago, but they are terrible because they have no damping adjustment.

[@moosedroppings]

Awesome video. First, what year / generation Honda Pilot for the front? Second. I found the Volvo factory upper front bar at the junkyard on a c70 for $10. I think those were more common in those cars so anyone looking for a deal should check your local yard.

[@MyNameIdeasWereTaken]

I believe the 2010-15 Pilot. A link to the Duralast part I bought is in the description.

[@srw2010]

I know this is well past late, but I have just begun modifying my new-ish to me C30 and went from no front strut bar to an SPR one and was curious to hear your input on it. Personally I think it looks the coolest and is similar to your Euro Sport bar in that it can pop off and is flat. Up next is some stage 0 fluids and spark plugs and then probably the whiteline RSB and I also picked up cheap Bilstein front B4s with R design springs, and found a guy selling Elevate rear springs which I think I'll pair with Koni Special Active rear shocks

[@spannersautoandcomputerser1649]

I found the Volvo C70 22mm rear sway bar to be a very affordable upgrade for my Volvo C30 (1.0 non R) comfort bar which is 20mm. 2mm made a difference. Paired with a homemade upper strut/shock support bar it feels much stiffer

[@stuartroberts4544]

Subscribed 👍 nice content, I'm looking for information for my S40 T5

[@jeffpotts7543]

I still have that "prototype" sway bar.😉

[@SorrowundAgony]

get the L bracket swaybar and the L links, it holds better and isn't as hard to install as you probably think. I have the MS3 on mine with L links.

[@MyNameIdeasWereTaken]

I had that style of sway bar on all three of my S40s and both FWD C30s. I wasn't a fan as the 90 degree balljoint is constantly moving, rather than transferring the load directly into the bushing and link itself. I first had this horizontal style on my AWD V50 and it became my immediately preference.

[@raddad3455]

What year Honda pilot are those front links from? Thank you for putting your gained experience out here for others.

[@MyNameIdeasWereTaken]

Link in the description, looks like the 2010-2015 Pilot.

[@nickdestcroix]

Plus 50hp for the majoras mask shirt

[@bigtd7399]

Ok

[@jacksonriecken5016]

Michael, just curious what's going on with that second brake reservoir apparatus on the driver's side of the engine? Did you separate the reservoir for the clutch and brake hydraulic systems?

[@MyNameIdeasWereTaken]

That's my coolant reservoir.

[@jacksonriecken5016]

@@MyNameIdeasWereTaken ohhh that makes sense bc of the fender intake. Was very curious. Thanks!

[@drivingprophet]

Can the stock 2.5T hold up to high lateral Gs and high speed corner transitions at track days without experiencing oil starvation? I’m hoping to find out before I try tracking or autocrossing my 2012

[@MyNameIdeasWereTaken]

I've never had any issues. I've only heard of a few cases of oil starvation on these cars; many are tracking mostly stock cars with sticky tires and no problems.

[@Vision33r]

The C30 stock chassis is not very rigid compared to modern cars. So a lot of bracing is required to get the car to handle flatter on the turns. I can easily take a recent Civic hatchback and out handle the C30 on any road.

[@chrisnipple3469]

Would you recommend getting coilovers before all of these other suspension upgrades?

[@MyNameIdeasWereTaken]

It really depends on your intended use for the vehicle. I think the sway bar and rear chassis brace are a must have for any suspension setup, including stock. But if you plan on lowering with coilovers, you may find that you want a different size rear sway bar based on the damping and camber setup you choose to run. Coilovers definitely provide the biggest improvement to handling and appearance, so I would personally want to do those first. But sway bars are cheaper upgrades and can be enjoyed on the stock setup. That doesn't really answer your question.... Sorry!

[@chrisnipple3469]

@@MyNameIdeasWereTaken Sorry to bother but do have you ever seen the silvers coilovers on a Volvo c30? I can't seem to find anyone online that has bought them but I think I might give them a go. What are your thoughts?

[@MyNameIdeasWereTaken]

@@chrisnipple3469 I have not. You generally get what you pay for with coilovers, but some cheaper options with full adjustability can often be good.

[@chrisnipple3469]

@@MyNameIdeasWereTaken thank you so much! They are $1150 so I guess I'll see