After thorough investigation with friends yesterday I have deduced that it's time to replace the front struts and springs being that the springs were literally hanging around the strut not doing anything and on the left side the spring wasn't even on the strut tower:mad:. Any tips or tricks I...

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...

I have to replace my Front strut mounts, can I buy used mounts or is this a part I should replace with new ones? Is there anyway to know if the used ones are good? Thank you.

I work on most of my friends cars. On of them has a 99 9-3. When I first worked on it the car made a sound when going over any bump. Ends up the passenger side strut was busted, no resistance so I replaced both struts (they look like cartridges) a week later she came back and it was making...

Guys. I am looking for a strut brace for my facelift 9-3 Ttid Aero. I've done the usual internet browsing and can only find ones for petrol models. The issue is the engine cover which would interfere with the brace across the engine and I don't want to hack away at the cover for the brace and...

Is there a strut brace for the RHD 93? ive been looking around and I cant seem to find any for sale anywhere

Hi took my recent Saab 9-3 purchase into my local service agent for free visual check. It was noted that the NSF front strut leaking slightly. Could anyone advise me of the correct part number please car is late 2009 150 tid turbo edition. Thanks

Hi all has anyone fitted one of these ->http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Ultra-Racing-Front-Strut-Brace-Saab-9-5-2-0T-2-3T-1997-2010-TW2-337-/301033728668?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item4617022a9c ? Are they any good? Does anyone else make strut braces for the 9-5 aero? Cheers.

I am working on a 9-3 convertible that when it hits a bump or dip the passenger side make a noise which I found is to be the strut. When I push on front of the car to make it bounce up and down, I can see the top of the strut go down into where it is held. It seems to go down much lower than...

Hi Just went to change the springs on my TTiD4 and found I needed some tools. So far needed a 18mm long socket for bottom bolts on strut 21mm???? swan neck spanner for the strut top fitting Any know if I need anything else for the fronts or rears? Did read the how to, but there is no...

Hi All, I am getting a creaking when turning the steering wheel on full lock at driver's side and a slight rattling when going over uneven surfaces on passenger side (even after replacing drop links). I am going to replace both strut bearings and was wondering if the strut mounts actually have...

A pair of top mounts for 9000 - fit all models. Bought new but used for only 13k miles - car now sold and these have been sitting in the shed. Excellent condition. P&P probably £6-ish to UK mainland or you can collect from SR6. Available new from PFS for about £23 each. How about a fiver each...

hi there had the car in and he told me the rear strut top mounts were well worn and thats whats making the noise at the back end but he said they cant be replaced! is there any truth behind this? if not how easy/hard a job is it ?

Hi folks, Is there any way of undoing the top nut on the strut without a windy gun. Need to fit a new strut mount as making hellish noises at times.Already changed bearing 2 years ago so as I got a mount for free thought I would try this as well as putting in some grease. Last time I tried to...

After a long trip last week I now have noticed a front end noise low clunk on the drivers side.All sorts of creaks etc when stationary and turning the wheel. Its a fairly continuous noise on a and b roads with a rough surface. I replaced the springs all rund 2 years ago and also with this the...

Had my car in at a garage a week ago to check a knocking noise from the suspension and was told there was nothing wrong :rolleyes: Obviously hopeless so a mate of mine had a look and told me the strut mount was gubbed. Is it a difficult job? Is it worth trying myself? How much should I expect...

found a deal on front struts which i will be replacing. Now im just wondering before i get into this is should i compress the spring before i unbolt the bearing plate from frame. Looks of it there is a bolt in stead of a nut which would ussually mean once you unbolt it the bearing plate is free...

I'm clearing out my garage and came across a few bits that I bought for my 9-3, but no longer require! 1) Genuine brand new GM strut top bearing for 9-3 2003+ models. Part number: 13270705. £17.50 incl. uk postage 2) Steering rack boot kit for 9-3 2003+ models. Includes boot + clips, as...

Hi, I am needing to change control arms on my wife's 1997 900 turbo convertible due to play, so thinking I might change the front shocks at the same time as it has done 120k. Like all convertibles it is a bit 'flexible' and was reading about uprated strut braces for the engine compartment...