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My 2004 9-5 sedan, at 108,000 miles. is starting to cost more in repairs than it is worth, and I'm beginning to look for a replacement. But it needs new rear shocks right now. Can anyone suggest inexpensive shocks that won't screw up the handling and ride? I'm more ocncerned with shoirt-term...

Hello all I'm just after any advice I can get with regards to the rear shocks on my 2009 9-5 2.3T Turbo Edition estate. The last two mots have come with advisories of misting on both rear shocks and its started to feel a bit weird back there so I'm going to get some new ones. Trouble is, which...

help would be appreciated in a part number or an equivalent that is readily available. thanks in anticipation.

Hi Had a clunk from the front suspension which turned out to be a rusted top strut which holds the shock absorb-er in. They rust where the thread is then shear off at about 1.5CM from the top. Expensive fix if you go down the new leg route and a second hand one will have the same problem or at...

Well this morning, I replaced the factory fit Sachs shocks on my Saabillac. A relatively straightforward job, but getting the bottom mounting bolts out was a total bar steward. I ended up on my back under the car with my right foot pressing my weight against my long torque wrench before they...

Hi i need to buy a set of front shocks for my x plate saab 93 1999 2.0 lpt turbo could someone advice me if these shocks will be fine via the link: am i ok to post the ebay link? Ive been told to order the arm and shock for the left and right front as the arm itself has deteriated over the years...

hi i have an 04 plate 93 convertible 2 titre 150 bhp 5 speed manual my question is simple my work mate has just wrecked his 2006 93 saloon 1.9 tid 6 speed and 2 months ago had fitted new shocks and springs to the front im wondering if they will fit mine i undertand the ride might be a bit harder...

Hi first post new to saab, verry pleased with the sportwagon its an 06, 1.9l, 8 valve,comfortable lugs my joiners tools about cheep to run any way it has a few problems under control, But this has just happened humm is this a common problem,or am i missing a couple of large washers to...

I have a 2006 9-3 2.0T with about 122,000 miles and I heard a noise coming from the rear of the car and found the upper shock mount has a pretty solid crack in it. I called the dealership and they said its nothing to worry about but to keep an eye on it, but I would like to replace it. The...

hey guys can u help me please, bit of a noob on this, i need new rear shocks for 02 Hirsch Troll, I'm thinking these B4s but dont know if they will go in the with the lower springs I have, I presume i have these Hirsch Eibach springs in there, the car is lowered ofc. these say they will handle...

I have a bit of a rattle on my front suspension that appears to be slowly getting worse. About a year ago I replaced the front shocks but only used some mole grips on a socket and an allen key to tighten. Just to make sure they are properly tight, I want to buy the right tool to tighten I. think...

We do not take responsibility for any work or method carried out from this guide, you use it at your own risk The SS Team Saab 93 Rear Damper guide All Variants 1. Jack car up 2. Remove wheel 3. Wire brush the upper bracket 4. Spray all bolts needed to remove with WD-40 3 E14 bolts...

Will a Tid 2.2 shock fit a Tid 1.9?

hello i bought new rear shocks and my back of the car when you test the absorbers of swing the back of the car it squeals .is it drop link bushes, anti roll bar bushes, arm bushes or end worn springs??when i replace used shocks original ones the car was the same stiff like rock,. maybe bad...

Had B6 shocks on my previous 02 9-3 Aero and although the control was astonishing the ride quality was a bit harsh ( could have been the Aero springs). I want to retain comfort with a slight improvement over stock ( worn stock in my case) and the B4 looks the obvious choice. I don't want it...

Hi , the new car i recently bought i noticed that there is one advisory on the mot for slight leak on one of the rear shocks , I thought id replace this myself while the weather is nice and my driveway is dry. just wondered did the aero have any different type of shock or will this one ive...

Hi all, my 05 plate 95 2.2 TID has the usual soggy springs on the back that need replacing - quick question though - is it an easy job to do at home with 'traditional' home tools, or would i need anything specific? Also note on ebay theres quite a plethora of different options / prices. Any I...

Hello all, Hoping to get some advice and/or experience from others, on what the best shock absorbers may be for my 2005 9-3 saloon. I have already replaced the Springs with Eibach's, so the car is sitting 3cms lower at the moment, and I don't want the car to go any lower? My local garage has...

Got a problem with my 04 93 2.2 TID when driving over speed bumps no matter what speed the front on the way over seams to dip and scrape on the road, it happens more during cold weather think the shocks might be the problem has any one else experienced this. the car had 50,000 on the clock when...