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04 January 2019
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Saabs in Deutschland - are older models allowed on road?
Just got back from extended trip to Germany for the holidays, and was curious about how car enthusiasts keep older models on the road. Saw a few Saabs, newer 9-3/9-5 models, but no older models. In...
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25 September 2018
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Suspect burnt exhaust valve. Try leak down test...
Suspect burnt exhaust valve. Try leak down test before pulling head.
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18 August 2018
Thread: Picture thread - Show your Saab
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Sticky: Found these old photos of my wife's 1977...
Found these old photos of my wife's 1977 99GL16690
and my 1978 99 Turbo1669116692
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16 August 2018
Thread: 2018 SOC - comments?
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2018 SOC - comments?
Couldn't make it to the SOC this year due to illness. Disappointed, as it was close to me, and I know many of the volunteers. How was it?
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16 August 2018
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White smoke means moisture. Lots of white smoke...
White smoke means moisture. Lots of white smoke isn't good. If it smelled like antifreeze, head gasket is leaking. Would advise having your mechanic do a more thorough diagnosis. Based on what you...
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16 August 2018
Thread: Engine cuts out when hot
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Agree with Digger. Scan it. Hope you replaced...
Agree with Digger. Scan it. Hope you replaced DIC with an OEM. A component is getting heat soaked, and partially failing. Double check your ignition parts.
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23 April 2018
Thread: saab 900s convertible rear seats
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If it's like my 97 vert, the procedure is this: ...
If it's like my 97 vert, the procedure is this:
Insert key in slot
Turn about 1/4 to right. That releases the left side.
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19 April 2018
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My pronunciation was corrected by the marketing...
My pronunciation was corrected by the marketing director of "O-rio"at SOC 2015. He was at the saabsite table (Orio just bought it). He quickly told me it was not a cookie! [emoji16]
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07 April 2018
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Springtime in Virginia - C'ville Saabists brave snow on tour
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The snow was coming down, but we dealt with it! Ok, it's nothing what real snowbirds deal with, but it is the South, and allegedly Spring.
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26 March 2018
Thread: My fake Talladega
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My fake Talladega
Haven't updated in a while, but I've been busy. My top is original, but it is becoming more leaky. Having to rub black silicone into the fabric to make watertight. 1658216583
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26 March 2018
Thread: Another Saab saved
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Another Saab saved
A fellow Charlottesville club member just bought this one from original owner who gave up driving. 165791658016581
Rough but it drives fine. Eight valve, n/a, automatic, basic 1985 model. I love... -
17 February 2018
Thread: DIY top replacement
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Yeah, many times I've stepped in sh** attempting...
Yeah, many times I've stepped in sh** attempting things. Still do it. It amazes me that complex processes are still simple when broken down. After all, the intricate interaction between the DIC and...
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17 February 2018
Thread: DIY top replacement
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Lol, Digger, you're a bit pessimistic! Doubting...
Lol, Digger, you're a bit pessimistic! Doubting my skill level... you've been reading too many of my posts [emoji6]
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16 February 2018
Thread: DIY top replacement
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DIY top replacement
https://youtu.be/LiukpcSNaS0
Doing research on top replacement for my 97 vert. The above instructional is for 99 9-3 with the hydraulic system. Mine has electric. Question: would procedure be... -
12 February 2018
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Saw your edit about the Thermo time switch....
Saw your edit about the Thermo time switch. Thesaabsite lists it. Kinda pricey, but check it out. It's in the fuel section for 900s.
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12 February 2018
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Check in the 16-valve section on eeuroparts. It's...
Check in the 16-valve section on eeuroparts. It's not in the 8v section.
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12 February 2018
Thread: Front seat pan
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I've seen those threads, but it just sounds like...
I've seen those threads, but it just sounds like a lot of work. I like using the skins only idea. Though, I do love those Viggen upper seats with the good side bolsters. Not likely to see a Vig vert...
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12 February 2018
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Check eEuroparts. They have both sensors. Sent...
Check eEuroparts. They have both sensors.
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12 February 2018
Thread: Front seat pan
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After checking out my seat and link, I don't see...
After checking out my seat and link, I don't see what that other BB was talking about. Seats have to come out to access the seat belt bolt. It appears 2 torx bolts hold the front of the pan on, and...
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10 February 2018
Thread: Front seat pan
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I think I've got a direction, just didn't do...
I think I've got a direction, just didn't do enough research. I checked out this link, and it has possibilities.
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10 February 2018
Thread: Front seat pan
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This is the needle. My issue is the leather...
This is the needle.
My issue is the leather has shrunk, and to get a good repair I need to loosen the bottom skin, re-sew, pull tight again. Looking for easier way than removing entire seat. May... -
09 February 2018
Thread: Front seat pan
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Front seat pan
Saw on another BB that it may be possible to remove just the lower front seat pan w/o removing the entire seat out of the car by removing 4 bolts/screws on a NG900. Checked WIS but it didn't...
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23 January 2018
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Congrats on your success! Sent from my...
Congrats on your success!
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17 January 2018
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When I owned a '91S that was reluctant to start,...
When I owned a '91S that was reluctant to start, it was due to a bad head gasket, which is common to the 2.1 engine. Bad gasket from the factory, all 2.1s eventually need replacing. Check that.
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25 December 2017
Thread: Merry Christmas Frank
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Happy Holidays Frank! Thx for all your efforts....
Happy Holidays Frank! Thx for all your efforts. Wishing you (and the site) the best for the next year.
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