Here we go again
My earlier posts show how frustrating this car can be and how often it needs repairs. It's left my son stranded on at least five occasions. Today was the latest incident. I had to meet him in the...
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Has anyone found a compatible jack pad on the market that will work with the 4 square corners on our 93SS's?
View ArticleStock Exhaust - how restrictive?
hi all wondering how restrictive the turbo x exhaust is. ie can i significant improvement be had with a 3" mandrel bend exhaust and a flash? also, can anyone comment on CEL lights after changing an...
View ArticleMy new HX35 NG900 replacement
I am no longer a part of the Saab family. Here's what replaced it. I love it so far. Clearly low on power compared to a certain 450bhp Saab but the adrenaline that comes from a bit of "traction control...
View ArticleHow to Diagnose a Bad Fuel Pressure Regulator
So I've been chasing around a ghost lately, and was having issues gradually leaning out at idle and wanting to stall, but under normal driving cruise, it would seem normal. After checking around for...
View ArticleFS: 2011 9-3 Sport Sedan - 1,100 miles
Name: Taylor Location: Riverton, NJ Means of contact: Please use Private Message to contact me Price: $16,000 Description: 2011 9-3 Sport Sedan This is about as close as you can probably get to a brand...
View ArticleT7 DI spark knocks like hell
I've got a 2000 9-3 base model, brand new SEM black DI cassette sitting on top of NGK BCPR6EGP (G Power Platinum plugs analagous to BCPR6ES plugs)...and I'm getting spark knock. It appears the DI isn't...
View ArticleFor Sale: C900 Auto Transmission
Name:Bryan Location:Caldwell, NJ Means of contact:PM or Email Price:Send me an offer Description:Up for sale is an automatic transmission pulled from a 1990 900 Turbo. Car ran great and transmission...
View ArticleFront windows scraping when opening/closing
With my 9k, the front windows both scrape on something when opening/closing towards the rear of the glass. I'm presuming it's some sort of metal trim clip or related part that's rubbing on the glass....
View ArticleHead removed... hows it look?
http://s25.photobucket.com/user/Dereekal/library/Saab I decided to tackle the head gasket. I took the head off and sent it to get resurfaced. I took pictures. Im not sure if i have leaky pistin rings,...
View ArticleWhats the next option?
Well, I have had all software updates done, mounts inspected which Im told are good, orings replaced on the quick coupler, and numerous drain and refills (the oil is good, no coolant loss also) yet I...
View ArticleWhat are you using for longer lug studs with spacers
What brand / company / links might you have of longer lug studs that you have used, any recommendations? M12 x 1.50 (26mm) is the stock length. I am going to be running a wheel with an ET43 and 15mm...
View ArticleAntenna Booster
Before I complete destroy this connector, does anyone know how to disconnect the cable/wire from the antenna booster? This is on an '06 vert. but am guessing this type of connector permiates all...
View ArticleCruise and Directionals Fuse
Looks like something tripped the circuit for the Cruise and Directionals on my '99 9-3 Convertible. I can replace the fuse, then it blows almost as soon as I try to signal a left or right turn. Cruise...
View Article99' 9-3 Strut mount Question
hello, i have a 99' 9-3, its got its prob;ems, lol, but the biggest problem lately is the strut mount, theres a BROKEN BOLT!!!! its the rear bolt, and my car pulls really hard to the roight. im looking...
View ArticleFor Sale: Thule 758 Saab specific rack for 9-3
Name: Ted Location - additional details: Carolina Beach, NC Means of contact: Private Message here on the forum Price: $70 OBO Description: Thule 758 rack for sale. Pictures can be sent via text or...
View Article1999 electric vaccum pump upgrade to cam driven pump?
So from what i understand 99 automatic saabs have a crappy electric vacuum pump and these fail ( pump oil into the booster line ) and are very noisy and never shut off sometimes. I have a new gen cam...
View ArticleLooking for a video
I'm looking for a video which might not exist online anymore cause I can't find it. It was a really handy video of how the pre-07 9-3 interior worked, all the features and such. I think the guy who...
View ArticleFuel gauge ground - dead fuel gauge
Hi everyone, Does anyone know the ground point on a 1988 9000 for the fuel gauge? It is completely dead (together with the edu - computer- screen under the speedometer). I want to check the ground...
View ArticleWanted: rear deck emblem and steering wheel controls for 2005 9-3aero
Steve Brown Gig Harbor, Washington PM, or email gasitman@hotmail.com As the title suggests, I need these items please, let me know how much you want with shipping included.
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