just to let you know about this shock subject:

Here in Belgium, Volvo still has a ride levelling kit to keep the rear end steady and level when fully loaded or towing a trailer. Sadly it costs...

ok, I'll take some pics and post 'em as soon as possible.

added 13/11/09: I can't seem to upload the pictures. Can someone tell me how to do it?

Hi,

I have a '05 XC70 with 85k on it with no real troubles whatsoever. So far the good news.
Then someone backed up into it and destroyed the front suspension. The dealer changed both shock...