Recent content by SaabScott

There is no WB on the 9-7X. I've had both an 06 and now an 09 ... neither had it, at least not with the Bose 6-disc set up.

As the title says, I have to put new rubber on my 9-7X this spring. Let me set the stage ... 1) I have winter tires 2) I am sticking with the stock size 255-55-18 and would prefer at least a 105 (if not 109) rating 3) I have the stock suspension 4) I do want "all season", not summer 5) I...

This tire came on my 2009 9-7X when I got it in November last year. So far, very happy with their performance in winter weather. As stated, they are a little noisier than AS but return similar fuel mileage. With regards to the other question asked above, 255 55/18 is stock size for the 9-7X...

Traded it in ...

Well, the answer turns out to be ... I pick up my "new" truck in 4 hours, 15 minutes (give or take a few seconds). It is a 2009 9-7X 5.3i, just under 150,000 kms. It is a US truck. And it is in unbelievably good condition ... "like new" comes to mind. This engine sounds so good, I have to...

So I had it checked and 2 cylinders are knocking ... plus I have metal shavings in the oil. At this time, I am considering trading this 9-7X in for another (newer and less kms). BTW, it has 220,000 kms on it right now.

I found Crosstown Engine Remanufacturing in Toronto. The reman is almost $4,000 with re and re of $2,000 + HST making it almost $7,000 total. My other alternative would be to buy another used 9-7X as there are some good deals on autotrader at the moment ... Thoughts? And btw, neither of the...

I've got a low end knocking ... tech thought it could be main bearing(s) or connecting rod(s). He said the trouble these days is finding an engine rebuilder. I don't have the luxury of doing the work myself. So my options are either rebuild or replace ... 2006 Saab 9-7X 5.3i (currently with...

Got a strange one ... My wife keeps hitting the buttons (passenger side) that turn the heated seats on. Needless to say, it is a little uncomfortable in the summer. I was thinking to pull the fuse (for the passenger side), but I can't locate it in the owners manual. Anyone know which fuse to...

Thanks for the video. Just an FYI, you can also add Saab 9-7X (all years) to your list of vehicles this covers! :thumbsup: I recently did my rear links. The lower nuts came off OK, but I had to cut the tops off. Not much fun, but all in all, not that bad.

OK, so let me see if I understand the gist of what you are saying ... We start with 100% RWD. The rear wheels are also controlled by a LSD. Therefore if one slips, power can be shifted to the other. Then, if there is slip in the rear, power can also be shifted (between 0% and 85%??? is it...

Rock Auto says the original box isn't needed!!! :woot: All is good!

I recently did this on my 9-7X ... Fortunately, a really good friend of mine is a Saab Master Tech and has his own shop. He pointed the way and helped out quite a bit. Even in the air, it is certainly a PITA as well as a PITN. I'm hoping the replacement will last me the remaining life of the...

Thanks Roadie ... definitely more information that I dared hope for. ;-) I grasped the concept of crowhopping (having lived through it) ... didn't know why it didn't happen on other AWD/4WD vehicles though. Thanks for the explanation. I've run into a slight snag with Rock Auto / Dorman ...

The AWD system starting acting like it was when I bought it (except moreso). a lot of "crowhopping" (who came up with that term and what does it mean (other than what the truck was doing)?). Since it was purchased from Rock Auto, and the Dorman part has warranty, RA will handle replacement...