GoodB4 OE Replacement
21-030314
B4 OE Replacement Strut Cartridge
Sold each · 2 per axle
Bilstein shocks, struts and kits for the 1980 Volvo 242
Same parts as every 1975–1984 242, showing 1980. See the 1975–1984 page
Bilstein lists 4 parts for the 1980 Volvo 242, across 2 lines from the B4 OE Replacement to the B6 Performance.
- Front, extended
- 599–614 mm23.6–24.2 in
- Front, collapsed
- 424–472 mm16.7–18.6 in
- Rear, extended
- 436–437 mm17.2–17.2 in
- Rear, collapsed
- 288–293 mm11.3–11.5 in
Good, better, best
One pick from each Bilstein tier that fits at stock height, compared side by side.
Front
Strut cartridgesBetterB6 Performance
34-181539
B6 Performance Strut Cartridge
Sold each · 2 per axle
4 parts for the 1980 Volvo 242
Grouped by where they go, then by Bilstein line. Parts made only for a lifted or lowered vehicle say so.
Front
Good B4 OE Replacement
21-030314 B4 OE Replacement Strut Cartridge
Sold each · 2 per axle
Better B6 Performance
34-181539 B6 Performance Strut Cartridge
Sold each · 2 per axle
Rear
Good B4 OE Replacement
19-019529 B4 OE Replacement Shock Absorber
Sold each · 2 per axle
Better B6 Performance
24-002967 B6 Performance Shock Absorber
Sold each · 2 per axle
Not sure which one is right?
Tell us how you use the 242 and we'll pick with you.
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