Date: Fri, 27 May 2005 20:09:19 -0400 From: ma_twain <ma_twainnospamo.com> Subject: Re: 2 Saabs Not Running
itten wrote: > I have an '84 Saab 900 and a '94 Saab Turbo Convertible and both have > been sitting, not driven since September of 2004. I jump start each one > about every month, but neither will re-start without jumper cables. The > engines seem to run fine, they just won't start on their own. I have a > new battery in the '84 and both cars were running fine pryor to me > taking them off the road. Also the check engine light comes on in the > '84. Do I need to get these cars towed into the shop or is there > something I can do to get them to start on their own? It sounds like you need to DRIVE the cars. Not only will the batteries be charged, but the fluids will be circulated and you won't have flat spots in the tires. Also, just how old is the gas in the tank? A car needs to be driven. If you don't have time to drive them, perhaps you could sell them to someone who wants a classic Saab.