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Classic Saab 9-3 & GM900 (MY 1994-2002/03CV) / Re: Replacing convertible top window

« on: 05 February 2015, 10:29:40 AM »

No, I got alot of footage and a bunch of pictures that I could post or you could call me at 5738084865 and we'll talk and see if I can help you through replacing it.

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Classic Saab 9-3 & GM900 (MY 1994-2002/03CV) / Re: Roof stopped working when tried to open with boot open - What fuse might it be?

« on: 25 September 2013, 06:40:07 PM »

The trunk lid (boot) and the tonneau cannot be opened and occupy the same space. You can leave trunk lid unlatched but closed, and operate top. I've a 1999 9-3 convertible.

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Classic Saab 9-3 & GM900 (MY 1994-2002/03CV) / Re: Replacing individual hydraulic hoses on convertible top.

« on: 24 September 2013, 06:29:35 PM »

I got my question answered. There are individual set screws for each hydraulic line going in to pump block. I will add a pic or two when I get done. Thanks to GOLDWING Used Saab Parts Warehouse for the heads up on this repair.

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Classic Saab 9-3 & GM900 (MY 1994-2002/03CV) / Replacing individual hydraulic hoses on convertible top.

« on: 22 September 2013, 12:46:27 AM »

I'm working on a 2003 9-3. A hose has pulled loose from the pump block. How are these hoses installed. Screwed into block or pressed? Any help would be greatly appreciated.

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Classic Saab 9-3 & GM900 (MY 1994-2002/03CV) / Re: 9-3 Convertible hydraulic fluid - spec and where to buy

« on: 21 September 2013, 10:36:37 PM »

Has anyone had a similar conversation with their Saab dealer/tech? I'd like more then one opinion before pouring potentially damaging fluid in the reservoir. Not that I don't trust you Copernicus, however I don't trust any one opinion. I'd like to see the tech bulletin that changed this.

I've a friend that used Lucas stop leak and his hoses are coming loose at the pump. Just a FYI on the Lucas stop leak.

***To update my post. I cleaned out my reservoir and added CHF-11s and seems to be working fine.

Heads up on taking off the reservoir from the pump. There is a magnet and screen w/ clamp on the intake tube.

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Classic Saab 9-3 & GM900 (MY 1994-2002/03CV) / Re: Driver window on a 1999 9-3 Vert

« on: 17 November 2012, 06:17:37 PM »

Shop said the regulator was bad, wants to much to fix it. Can the regulator be fixed? Is there new gear available for the motor?

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Classic Saab 9-3 & GM900 (MY 1994-2002/03CV) / Driver window on a 1999 9-3 Vert

« on: 05 November 2012, 05:25:04 PM »

I've got a 1999 9-3 convertible with driver side door problems. First the window motor "hammers" going up. Second the window does not go all the way up. How do I adjust the glass height? Why is it "hammering" so bad, and how do I fix it? Any help would be greatly appreciated.

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Classic Saab 9-3 & GM900 (MY 1994-2002/03CV) / Re: Replacing convertible top window

« on: 15 July 2012, 11:15:39 PM »

Well after much procrastination, I've started on the window replacement! I've got the old out and the new (cheap used) window in place. I should have done this back in Jan. when it was 40 outside and not 95 like today. I found two tears in the top near the window. Any ideas on thread to use to sew them up?

I'm going to posts some of the pictures here and will post the video to youtube.com. So far so good. The window came out relatively easy and is going back that way.

The headliner is filthy and needs extensive cleaning and some repair. Will keep everyone posted on how that project comes out!

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Classic Saab 9-3 & GM900 (MY 1994-2002/03CV) / Re: need 99-02 93 front bumper cover..green (#230)

« on: 27 January 2012, 11:22:14 AM »

Have you replaced the damaged part yet? If not you might try this guy. I got my rear window on my 99 9-3 vert for 140usd including the shipping......everyone quoted me over 250usd plus shipping.

Russ Parsons @ modularinstalls@gmail.com

Good Luck!

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Classic Saab 9-3 & GM900 (MY 1994-2002/03CV) / Re: Replacing convertible top window

« on: 27 January 2012, 11:12:46 AM »

Win_k, I'd swear you have a picture of my headliner there. Your repair looks great. Thanks again for the heads up.

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Classic Saab 9-3 & GM900 (MY 1994-2002/03CV) / Re: Replacing convertible top window

« on: 26 January 2012, 10:00:57 PM »

First a Big Thanks to both of you!

Trenchfoot, I've looked high and low for videos to help with this project. I'm going to record and hopefully post my experience. I appreciate your searching on my behalf.

Win_k, I'll keep this post update as to my progress. Thanks again for your help on this.

Can the headliner be washed or dry cleaned? Is there a good cleaner I should use?

To Whose interested, I've a supplier in Virginia, USA that is reasonably priced and great to work with. Email me and I'll reply with his contact info if interested.

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Classic Saab 9-3 & GM900 (MY 1994-2002/03CV) / Replacing convertible top window

« on: 26 January 2012, 07:30:32 PM »

I've a 1999 Saab 9-3 convertible. I'm trying to remove the headliner and replace a broken window in the top. Any helpful pointers would be greatly appreciated.