Date: Thu, 21 Apr 2005 16:39:37 GMT From: "Dexter J" <lamealameadingdongnospamlamelame.org> Subject: Re: 1994 900SE turbo (coupe) Ball joints
Salutations: Unfortunately, you will have to replace the a-arm to replace the ball joint - this is normal (although I feel a bad design) on most post 1994 cars of many makes. Basically - it is cheaper to build them that way. Although the manufactures argue that the part lasts longer - I haven't seen any evidence of that here in Pot-Hole heaven. As to wether or not it is the ball joint, that takes first hand inspection because it could also be something amiss in the strut, strut bearing, sway bar or a-arm mounts. The procedure is basically correct, it shows looseness in the ball connection - but you should probably get a second opinion and have them inspect the rest of the wear points under there because the noise could be a combination of things. Or not - in which case you need to replace the a-arm for some really important safety reasons - no good temp fix is recommended. -- Radio Free Dexterdyne Top Tune o'be-do-da-day Johnny Rivers - Memphis Tennessee http://www.dexterdyne.org/888/050.RAM all tunes - no cookies no subscription no weather no ads no news no phone in no sign up required - all the Time On 20 Apr 2005 23:15:38 -0700, saintzal <zphiroznospaml.com> wrote: > Hi everyone > > I have a 1994 Saab 900SE turbo (coupe). The VIN is > YS3DN35N6R2034639. > > Recently, the front end started clunking over bumps. The noise sounds > like two pieces of metal hitting, or something being loose. > > I took it into a mechanic, who hoisted up the car and proded the > underneeth with a metal rod (proper procedure?). He told me that the > ball joints were completely worn, and that I would need a new set. > Also, he said that I can't buy the ball joints without the control arm > (I assume their attached?). All the Saab parts I've found are > extremely expensive. > > I was wondering, firstly if his procedure in checking the ball joints > sounds right. Secondly, are there any aftermarket cheap ball joints > for my car (I know 1994 was a strange year for 900SE's suspension > parts). Thirdly, how dangerous is it to continue to drive with bad > ball joints? (I'm a student, and cannot exactly afford to pay $800 for > parts). > > MAIN QUESTION: Is there such a thing as a temp. fix for this problem? > Can the ball joints be welded or something like that? I love the car, > but I am planning on relocating soon, and therefore giving it up. > > Thank you all for your help. I look forward to your replies. > Zal > > Thank you, > Zal
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