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Date: Fri, 04 Feb 2005 10:24:19 -0700
From: Christian M. Mericle <newsgroupinkynospamail.com>
Subject: Re: Auto Mechanics and Saabs


On 3 Feb 2005 17:30:35 GMT, Dave Hinz <DaveHinznospamcop.net> wrote: >On Thu, 03 Feb 2005 10:17:10 -0700, Christian M Mericle <newsgroupinkynospamail.com> wrote: >> I need to have my 1985 900 8V (non-turbo) tuned up. It goes between >> shaking when idling in cold weather to idling too quickly in warm >> weather. And, turning on the A/C sometimes causes it to die at idle. > >Sounds like the AIC valve. (the '85 has one guys, right?) Or, a vacuum >leak. I've checked for and corrected several vacuum leaks. What's involved in replacing the AIC valve? >> Since there is no Saab dealership in my town and no Saab authorized >> service center, I'm thinking about taking it to Napa. > >Is there a place that specializes in imports, at least? Bosch would >be a keyword to ask about. Napa is the only chain garage we have. The others are homespun. >> Any opinions on this? Do mechanics who don't specialize in Saab >> service generally have the exptertise to get the job done? > >Depends on the problem. A bosch person would be good. Even the >VW/Audi guy would be better than some random garage. I drive the only Saab in town. There are a few other European cars on the road here but not many. Thanks for the advice. -- Christian

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