Date: Wed, 23 Feb 2005 21:28:47 GMT From: "Al" <alistairdorenospamo.com> Subject: Re: brochures
"Charles C." <c.k.christacopoulos_removeme_nospamee.ac.uk> wrote in message news:421bd6e8$0$32606$db0fefd9nospam.zen.co.uk... > lloaferr wrote: >> Does anyone have any idea where i can pick up a brochure for my uk >> saab >> 9-3s 1999 that i have recently bought. I am a new saab owner >> (previously an audi convert!) I am happy with the car so far, but I >> would like to read alittle more about it. >> >> I understand that all 9-3s come with a turbo, either a full HOT or LPT >> one. My car doesnt have a gauge that indicates a turbo, does anyone >> know about this? > > The LPT cars do not have a gauge. > >> I can't hear the wizz of a turbo like other cars so >> I am guessing if my car is fitted with one it must be the LPT. > > You should open the bonnet (engine hood for those accross the pond) and > see. If it looks like a plumbers nightmare in front of the engine they > the chances are it has a turbo. > >> When >> does this come into play while driving? I notice that after 4000rpm >> there does seem to be alittle boost, but i cant be sure if its the LPT >> or the characteristics of the 9-3s. > > Others will put me right on this ... I believe it comes at less RPM than > the HOT version (2? - 2.5k ?) and it has less of an impact thus you don't > feel the kick. > > Enjoy the car. > > Charles Turbo question nicely answered, for brochures try ebay, there's usually a few kicking around. Al