Date: Sun, 04 Jan 2004 21:31:54 +0100 From: Robert Brown <rxobert.bxrownnopsampnet.sxe> Subject: Re: 1986 SAAB
frank jackson wrote: > My venerable 1986 SAAB 2000 has done 301,000 kilometers. I am thinking > of getting one of the new SAAB 2 models when they come out. > Reason? > The heater works fine in the Winter, , even in the coldest weather, down > to minus 20 C. > But in Summertime the temperature gauge indicates that the engine > temperature gets up to just below the red line, at which point I stop > and let the car cool. > I was told the compressor is shot, and needs replacing, and that the air > conditioning needs a retrofit as the fluid used in it is a banned > substance > I love the car, feel safe in it. It was a present from my wife > Any comments?? > Frank Jackson Check coolant thermostat in case it's stuck. Check fan thermostat for correct function. Replace coolant radiator if cooling fins are beginning to deteriorate. Don't bother swapping the AC, the car, or the wife. Good luck. /Robert
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