Recently picked up a 2010 9-3, always loved SAABS, my friends and my awesome neighbor always had them. He drove from Maine to Hudson MA everyday for decades. He had a awesome 9000 CSE that he put 450k no issues. Great cars, I want one for everyone in my family.
Hi there, Just came across you. I own a Saab 93 Aero V6 2.8 2008 wagon AWD and need a new radiator. Me and the mechanic have ordered 5 so far and they all come missing a tube on the lower left side. I just came across the D088 site and wondered if I should trust them that the radiator is the right one? You have any insight for me? I love my saab so much and it's only got 100k on it so I dont want to give up! Thx.
If you take care of maintenance these engines are stellar performers! That being said.... Heat soak is a given and a bypass pipe is a great solution - where it is legal. They run hot because of the idiotic "GM High Feature Engine" series design of putting the flaming-hot 1500 degree catalytic converter right on top of the engine compartment. This forced the also HOT turbo to be placed up there. This inferno sits between the battery & engine, and right above the transmission. The Heat shields help, but only so much. Great for winter warmups but means you have to keep up on Cooling System maintenance and tune ups. Cat temps increase if it is not running clean, leading to more heat soak on the surrounding components. Like I said: Keep up on the maintenance. These engines are worth it when the pedal hits the floor!! Lots of low end torque and all the benefits of a turbo engine.
How’s it goin bro. I Got a Saab 9-3 2.0T 6-Speed not too long ago and I don’t regret it. I’m happy to have found you. Hope you see this, maybe you can give me some tips
Hi. Just switched to do88 intercooler and radiator. Whereas I m very impressed by intercooler, I still puzzled by radiator. Overall temperature in the engine bay has increased. Also even if the car reaches its operating temperature much more faster, I found that the overall temp of the cylinder head and even air filter body and plastic cover of the engine are higher than before. But the temp controled by the gauge, by Obd Torque pro and direct testing on the expansion tank are all OK, ranging from 83 to 88 max. Thermostat opens at 85°C. Very very puzzling. Do you notice that. Last, idling is slightly higher and not that stable. At idling, engine warm, engine was smooth. This is no more the case. Any help welcome !
Im trying to put that upper radiator hose in that i got off esaabparts. I absolutely cannot get the spring clamp on the radiator side, and the screw on clamps always leak. any tips?
try something like this; it's what I use if its in a tough to reach area: www.amazon.com/Flexible-Clamp-Pliers-Locking-Water/dp/B07C3LYZM7/ref=asc_df_B07C3LYZM7?mcid=d8db1b6118ad36a38837a4fc7d968942&hvocijid=6287978058133909429-B07C3LYZM7-&hvexpln=73&tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=721245378154&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=6287978058133909429&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9061205&hvtargid=pla-2281435180458&psc=1
Auto Autopsy, did you notice any improvement in heat production from the engine? Even if the mod takes off a few degrees in the engine bay, I'd say it's worth it.
It's dex cool people say it's fix but I say bull dex cool eats engine parts over time. There was a class action lawsuit over it. My fix is change it once a year.
It might be that you did the first coolant change on the engine after what, 8-9 years? The coolant is supposted to be changed every 2 years, or 5 years for longlife. Imagine stock coolant being there for additional 5-6 years. There’s no important additives left in the coolant and it just starts to corrode from the inside.
Auto Autopsy think it was the other owner. They tell people that it's maintenance free in new cars if it dex cool I say change it every year to be safe. It just more GM bs.
I got a lot of do88 stuff for my volvo. They are always solid parts and fit well. The intercoolers are a work of art.
Yeah, agreed!
Recently picked up a 2010 9-3, always loved SAABS, my friends and my awesome neighbor always had them. He drove from Maine to Hudson MA everyday for decades. He had a awesome 9000 CSE that he put 450k no issues. Great cars, I want one for everyone in my family.
Cool! high mileage ;)
Hi there, Just came across you. I own a Saab 93 Aero V6 2.8 2008 wagon AWD and need a new radiator. Me and the mechanic have ordered 5 so far and they all come missing a tube on the lower left side. I just came across the D088 site and wondered if I should trust them that the radiator is the right one? You have any insight for me? I love my saab so much and it's only got 100k on it so I dont want to give up! Thx.
I changed to all DO 88 hoses. I found after a heat cycle the clamps needed to tighten again or there are leaks. Get a hose removal tool
Thanks for the tip; I'll have to check the connections again
If you take care of maintenance these engines are stellar performers! That being said....
Heat soak is a given and a bypass pipe is a great solution - where it is legal.
They run hot because of the idiotic "GM High Feature Engine" series design of putting the flaming-hot 1500 degree catalytic converter right on top of the engine compartment. This forced the also HOT turbo to be placed up there.
This inferno sits between the battery & engine, and right above the transmission. The Heat shields help, but only so much.
Great for winter warmups but means you have to keep up on Cooling System maintenance and tune ups.
Cat temps increase if it is not running clean, leading to more heat soak on the surrounding components.
Like I said: Keep up on the maintenance. These engines are worth it when the pedal hits the floor!!
Lots of low end torque and all the benefits of a turbo engine.
Yessir!!
I'm liking these new mod videos, keep it up
Thanks!
Got the Aero out of storage today. On the way home I thought what a fun car to drive
Nice!
How’s it goin bro. I Got a Saab 9-3 2.0T 6-Speed not too long ago and I don’t regret it. I’m happy to have found you. Hope you see this, maybe you can give me some tips
Hey Jay! Glad I've influenced you haha, if you need help on anything I'd recommend joining every Saab FB group you can find lol
I definitely hear that
At 6:50 . Congratulations its a healthy baby boy air intake .. Hey job deliverin that intake ....
lmao
Hi. Just switched to do88 intercooler and radiator. Whereas I m very impressed by intercooler, I still puzzled by radiator. Overall temperature in the engine bay has increased. Also even if the car reaches its operating temperature much more faster, I found that the overall temp of the cylinder head and even air filter body and plastic cover of the engine are higher than before. But the temp controled by the gauge, by Obd Torque pro and direct testing on the expansion tank are all OK, ranging from 83 to 88 max. Thermostat opens at 85°C. Very very puzzling. Do you notice that. Last, idling is slightly higher and not that stable. At idling, engine warm, engine was smooth. This is no more the case. Any help welcome !
interesting; i don't have the radiator so wouldn't know. i'd reach out to them!
Im trying to put that upper radiator hose in that i got off esaabparts. I absolutely cannot get the spring clamp on the radiator side, and the screw on clamps always leak. any tips?
try something like this; it's what I use if its in a tough to reach area: www.amazon.com/Flexible-Clamp-Pliers-Locking-Water/dp/B07C3LYZM7/ref=asc_df_B07C3LYZM7?mcid=d8db1b6118ad36a38837a4fc7d968942&hvocijid=6287978058133909429-B07C3LYZM7-&hvexpln=73&tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=721245378154&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=6287978058133909429&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9061205&hvtargid=pla-2281435180458&psc=1
coolats got anti corrosion substances in them when they are new but they degrade overtime and start to corrode parts.
Auto Autopsy, did you notice any improvement in heat production from the engine?
Even if the mod takes off a few degrees in the engine bay, I'd say it's worth it.
in terms of temps? no different; they're just hoses
can you reuse the radiator plug once removed or does the o ring and/or plug have to be replaced?
you shouldnt be fully removing the plug. it should only turn a bit before coolant comes out
Did you put a performance radiator while you were in there?
nope, stock radiator; i had actually replaced the radiator a few months before this
what i really want to see is turbo / injectors / clutch upgrade :)
You wanna pay for it?
@@AutoAutopsy dont you got that sweet sweet youtube cash :--D
I sold my saab 9-3 vector turbo inmaculated to paid a week summer camp in Yale University...I hope will be a good decision
:/
how long did it take you to change all the hoses?
I'm pretty slow so about half a day; experienced mechanic could probably get it done in 3
When you gonna clean the engine bay looks dirty
I agree. The car also looks a bit dirty. Not surprising, though. I bet that car is SUPER hard to keep clean!
Lel
It's dex cool people say it's fix but I say bull dex cool eats engine parts over time. There was a class action lawsuit over it. My fix is change it once a year.
I’ve actually changed it like 2-3 times already lol! I had to remove the expansion tank for the downpipe as well so I’ve already done it 😂
It might be that you did the first coolant change on the engine after what, 8-9 years?
The coolant is supposted to be changed every 2 years, or 5 years for longlife.
Imagine stock coolant being there for additional 5-6 years. There’s no important additives left in the coolant and it just starts to corrode from the inside.
I obviously can't speak for the previous owners on this, and its therefore not my fault.
Auto Autopsy think it was the other owner. They tell people that it's maintenance free in new cars if it dex cool I say change it every year to be safe. It just more GM bs.
topclassactions.com/lawsuit-settlements/lawsuit-news/1105-gm-to-finish-paying-dex-cool-class-action-settlements/