Six cylinder to four swap (v6 to 4 cyl)
After a long absence, I'm back playing with my saab. My v6 blew an oil cooler line about 2 yrs ago and the engine oil made a dramatic exit. I purchased a 3L motor (currently for sale!) but I've decided...
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2002 93 convertible. Yesterday while driving on the highway it started making a faint real fast ticking noise, something similar to a piece of paper on a spinning fan. Then after a minute or so it grew...
View ArticleNew Saab owner here
Finally got a 2007 97-X. I was going to buy one about 5 years ago and my husband wanted the Audi A6. It started World War 3 in the house, but he finally won. I don't mind the Audi, but I really just...
View ArticleRecirculation Motor
I just got a Saab last week and I am loving it. I guess this is one of those cars that do not get much love from outsiders but you realize its worth when you own one. The only issue at present is what...
View ArticleBlow out hitting pothole
Last nite on 495 i hit a huge pothole which bent my rim and damaged my tire.Does anyone know where i can get a used rim for a 2003 93.I live in newyork suffolk county. Thankyou
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what do ya reckon?
So this is my car Thinking doing it similar to this, what do yous think? ;ol;;ol;
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Klingon wheels on a '95 900SE 3-door
I picked up a set of 17" Klingon wheels last week and threw them on the '95. I know you either love 'em or hate 'em, but here's the end product. I really like it. I think she could use a set of...
View Articlefront end shakes when braking at highway speeds only CV axle?
I drive 60 miles round trip nightly for work. When this began happening I was due for a tire rotation and mentioned the shaking on drivers side when quickly braking at highway speeds..5th gear...
View ArticleProformance upgrades to the 93 2.0
Hey everyone, After searching the forums didn't see a thread that answered my questions so i figured id asked. I did google it but most of the stuff is across seas. I have a stock 2.0 and was curious...
View ArticleAero paddle shifters
Was wondering if anyone has done a writeup for an aero steeringwheel swap. Was looking to try to wire up some paddle shifters to my linear. Any info will be greatly appreciated! Thanks John
View Articleparking brake cable
I need to swap out one of my rear calipers, and the parking brake cable doesn't seem to be budging from the hole in the caliper. I should just be able to unhook the end of the cable and pull it out of...
View ArticleBought a used 93ss with locking issues. Please help
So, just bought a used 2003 9-3 2.0t and I am scratching my head at a few of the issues involved with the lock/unlock system. I bought the car with a dead drivers door lock and door ajar sensor. The...
View ArticleHELP! New Key Activation
So today the key to my 2010 Saab 9-3 fell off my keyring (I have no idea how) and I found out that whoever had borrowed my car last had LOST the spare key!:o So my car is currently sitting in a parking...
View ArticleSo I've settled on an audio scheme...
Some of you may have seen my queries on upgrading the audio in my 2001 SE Vert. A friend of mine who is an automotive audiophile is chipping in with some equipment that he's not using. He has an Alpine...
View ArticleHydraulic hose for convertible roof snapped
Hi I am looking for advice on how to repair a hydraulic hose which has snapped off for the convertible roof. The hose in question is in the right rear quarter panel is located inbetween some of the...
View Articlelimp home mode?
how do you know when your car is in "limp home mode"? will it say it on the SID or the dash? thanks
View ArticleSaab 9-5 89 Methanol or 93
Can I get away with 89 Methanol in my 02 Saab 9-5 Aero, or should i use 93? It says minimum 87 but suggested 93? Thanks
View ArticleA $46 solution to hands-free bluetooth for streaming music from a phone
Let me start by saying I hate having to "set things up" when I get in my car. I want to just get in and go. Unfortunately, the AUX input on my Bose stereo has never worked using a normal 3.5mm cable...
View ArticleNeed to change manual trans fluid.
Can anyone tell me what the best manual transmission fluid is to put in a 1991 C900 turbo. this is the first manual car i have ever owned and just want to make sure I put in the right stuff. thanks for...
View ArticleWeird Problem
so i have a 2011 9-3 Turbo4, and i've had the DIY open air intake for 3+ months on the car. i decided two nights ago to put the stock airbox back on for ****'s n giggles, and everything was fine until...
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