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Date: Fri, 04 Jun 1999 17:34:21 GMT
From: dshaffernopsamcom (Dean)
Subject: Re: Vibration problem in 1987 900s


On Fri, 04 Jun 1999 01:42:36 -0700, Danny <dmorrownopsamnd.stanford.edu> wrote: >dean: >easy answer. you need to have the cv joints on the front end checked. i >had the same problem on my 88 SPG. they cost a bit (like $300-400) for >parts and labor, but boy is it worth it once you can drive on the highway >again. thats probably why you got a deal on it! >this is a typical problem in older saabs. my mechanic explained that the >joints are packed with grease, and if the seal comes loose then the >grease spins out, leaving no lube. or, since the joints are near the >exhaust manifold, the grease gets cooked out. either way, bad news. >hope this helps. > >danny Danny, Thanks for the info. If it is the CV joints I can afford the fix (no I'm not rich....just saved a bit recently! :)) and the rest of the car is in such good shape it'll be worth it. I'll point the mechanic in that direction. Thanks again. Dean

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