Date: Sun, 13 Sep 1998 16:52:36 -0400 From: "Joshua M.K. Masur" <jmm93nopsammbia.edu> Subject: Re: Saab stereo
Goldwing Saab also has replacement parts which they'll ship to you. When I asked for the price of the replacement cassette deck for our (now sold) '87 9000T, they quoted $135. <http://www.goldwingusedsaabparts.com/> or 1-800-SAAB137. ---------- In article <35EEDA72.E71218BFnopsamtc.faa.gov>, Otto Smith <ottosnopsamtc.faa.gov> wrote: >The radio was the worst feature on 85 900T. I had to repair multiple cold >solder joints before the FM section finally blew out. I replaced it with an >aftermarket Clarion with a detachable face. Unfortunately, a couple of years >ago, my Saab went to Valhalla (after 240,000 miles), but I kept the radio! > >Joe Bonet wrote: > >> Hi everyone, I've been watching this newsgroup for a few weeks now ever >> since I got my 1987 Saab Turbo. At first I thought I had a real lemon here, >> with all the problems people seem to be having with their Saabs. But then I >> realized that the other car newsgroups have problems of their own. I guess >> the mechanical beast will falter no matter where it's made. >> >> But anyway, this car I just go is cherry and I'm gonna take care of it as >> best I can. First i'm gonna change to Mobil 1 motor oil. And just because >> it's a turbo, I'm not going to run the thing like I'm in some sort of a >> race. I did read something about idling the car for 30 seconds or so before >> shutting down the engine to cool off the turbo bearings. Same goes for when >> you first start it. Other than replacing the A/C compressor, filter/dryer >> and expansion valve myself, the car has so far been trouble free, except >> that the stereo cassette refuses to turn off. The on/off push button switch >> seems to be stuck in. Is there a reputable repair center where I can take it >> for repairs, or is it better to just get a new one? It's one of those pull >> out types but I do not have the tool to remove it. Does the dealer have this >> tool and can I buy it? >> >> Thanks to all who reply. >> Joe > > >