Just in case anyone else runs across this problem - a broken hydraulic cylinder rod-end, that threads onto the hydraulic piston that's used to raise and lower the convertible top - here's how I solved it. I checked with a dealer; they sell the entire assembly only (hydraulic cylinder with rod end attached), for about $450. I called various sponsors - no part available. Called various boneyards around the Minnnesota/Wisc. area - no 900 90-93 convertibles (I think the part is the same for those years) available. I called a convertible hydraulic cylinder manufacturer, recommended by someone on this site - they told me Saab supplied hyd. cylinders were junk and for approx. $130 I could replace the entire unit, adding that it's best to change both at the same time.

I thought of having a friend machine the part, but first set out to determine the threads. Using a chart at the local Menards, I determined that the female threads on the part are either M10x1mm, or 3/8 inch x 24 threads/inch - they both fit. I noticed some similar looking parts in a McMaster-Carr catalog that we have at work. I went on line and ordered a thrust rated ball joint rod end, right handed female threads (P/N 8405K33) because the dimensions were close to the original - price is $8.82. I installed this part last night (minus the bronze bushing and rubber washer which are not required with the new part) It fit well, works like a charm, and appears stronger than the original aluminum rod end.

I hope this information is useful,
Charles


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• 92 Convert - Hyd. cyl. end replac. for top - solved., Charles, Wed, 15 May 2002 11:51:20 <-- Viewing This Message
  • McMaster-Carr is GOD., JohnB, Thu, 16 May 2002 10:16:00
  • Thanks for your detective work and, yes the info>>>, Dennis in Ottawa, Wed, 15 May 2002 15:52:03
    • Re: Thanks for your detective work and, yes the info>>>, Charles, Wed, 15 May 2002 19:14:27
  • If you ever need Saab parts in S. Wisconsin..., patprice, Wed, 15 May 2002 13:16:55
    • Re: If you ever need Saab parts in S. Wisconsin..., patprice, Wed, 15 May 2002 13:18:57
      • Pat - tried Strandbergs - no luck., Charles, Wed, 15 May 2002 13:39:45
        • Re: Pat - tried Strandbergs - no luck., patprice, Wed, 15 May 2002 13:47:35
          • Thanks for reply and info on cylinders n/m, Charles, Wed, 15 May 2002 14:13:14
  • Good sleuthing, I keep that information handy. n/m, Anders, Wed, 15 May 2002 12:56:57

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