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Date: 29 Jan 2002 14:54:42 GMT From: davehinznopsamcop.net Subject: Re: 88 Saab Minus Transmission
Rick Mohlmann <mohlmannnopsamnline.net> pressed random keys until the following was produced: > Hi - > I have a 1988 turbo convertible w/ man trans. Here are the weak links > on that car that I have discovered: > clutch, I agree - on my '88 900 Turbo, the clutch went only 220,000 miles. ;) > steering rack, Yup, that went around 150K. > oil leak (front seal), Nope, haven't had a problem there. I've been using Mobil 1, if that's relevant. > head gasket(leaks oil & > coolant). Nope, no problem there either. Never even had the valve cover off. > If you are not the do it yourself kinda person, you could be looking at some > hefty repair bills. Well, it depends what goes wrong. The only thing I've dealt with that I didn't see here was exhaust systems; I live in Wisconsin where they salt the roads in the winter, and go through an exhaust system every 3 years or so. > I did all the work myself and am now a big saab fan. It > is a well made car, not withstanding the inherent flaws I just mentioned > above. I love to drive it. the engine will last for 200,000 miles if > maintained. Yup. > The trans is the weakest link in the car. Yup. Specifically, the pinion bearings (which were later beefed up). > But the key is, you > need to fix the weak links and you will be happy. again if you have to pay > to have it done..... I'd jump at that car - mine is getting rough around the edges, and I'd take that car, drop my tranny in, and give the rest to a friend of mine who is a Saab mechanic, for next to nothing. Dave Hinz
