List of what parts you should use, who makes which parts that you can buy and not be stuck with buying Blue Box.
Volvo parts
Oil filter - OEM is Mann, aftermarket must have a check valve; Mahle, Bosch, Mobil1, K&N
Fuel filter - OEM is Bosch
Spark plugs - Genuine Volvo or Bosch Copper
Ignition wire - OEM is Bougicord, avoid any aftermarket
Cap/Rotor - OEM is Bosch
Shocks/struts - OEM is Boge/Sachs, Bilstein and Koni also good
Strut bearings - OEM is Boge/Sachs
Spring seats - OEM is Boge/Sachs, or IPD HD
Control arms - Genuine Volvo best, non-Scantech from FCP sometimes decent
MAF Sensor - OEM is Bosch
ECT Sensor - Genuine Volvo
Thermostat - OEM is Wahler
Oxygen Sensor - Genuine Volvo (is there an OEM exact fit?)
Cam/Crank Seals - Genuine Volvo
Timing and Accessory Belts - OEM is Continental
Timing belt tensioner: OEM is Aisin
Accessory belt tensioner: Genuine Volvo
Timing and Accessory Pulleys: Genuine Volvo
Water pumps: OEM is Aisin, HEPU also reputably good
Wheel bearings: FAG is OEM, or SKF
PCV hoses: Genuine Volvo
Lower engine mounts: Genuine Volvo
Front (belt-side) engine mount: Genuine Volvo
Lower torque mount: Genuine Volvo or IPD HD with slight vibration
Upper main torque mount: Genuine Volvo or IPD HD with slight vibration
Upper rear (firewall) torque mount: Genuine Volvo
Heater core: Behr is OEM, the FCP unit needs washing or its smelly
Rubber hoses: Genuine Volvo or high-grade silicone aftermarket
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