Bilstein 35-052227 Suspension Strut Assembly - Front

Bilstein B8 Front Strut Assembly

The Bilstein B8 Performance Plus front strut assembly is built for Volvo owners upgrading to lowering springs and sharper road control. This Bilstein shock absorber uses a monotube internal design and application-specific valving to improve handling response while maintaining OE-level quality standards.

Part number 35-052227 is a front suspension strut assembly with a stem upper mount, housing lower mount, yellow painted finish, and blue bellows boot. It is engineered for the front suspension of select Volvo V70, S60, and S80 models.

B8 Performance Plus Details

The B8 Performance Plus line is Bilstein’s performance-oriented damper series for lowered vehicles. It is tuned to work with aftermarket lowering springs, helping restore proper suspension travel and control after ride height changes. The monotube design supports consistent damping response, and each unit is tested to meet or exceed OE standards.

• Monotube internal design for consistent damping performance
• Application-specific valve settings for the listed Volvo fitments
• Front suspension strut assembly for lowered-spring setups
• Stem upper mount and housing lower mount configuration
• Yellow painted finish with blue bellows boot

Compatible With Volvo Applications

• Fits 2001-2007 Volvo V70, front
• Fits 2001-2006 Volvo S60, front
• Fits 2001-2006 Volvo S80, front

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Excessive front-end float after lowering spring installation
• Reduced steering response in worn OE suspension
• Inconsistent damping from aging front struts
• Loss of suspension control during cornering and braking
• Improper ride height behavior with performance springs

Installation Notes

Install 35-052227 on the front suspension only and verify spring compatibility before assembly. Because this Bilstein B8 Performance Plus strut is tuned for lowered applications, it should be paired with aftermarket lowering springs rather than stock-height springs. Always confirm the vehicle’s year, model, and front position before installation.

Quality Assurance

Bilstein tests each B8 Performance Plus damper to meet or exceed OE standards. The monotube construction and application-specific tuning reflect Bilstein’s performance suspension engineering for the Volvo V70, Volvo S60, and Volvo S80 front suspension applications.