SAAB Knuckle Bushing Replacement & Upgrade!

[@fearnoproject2047]

Loved my 08 Aero 93 SS. Never had a problem with it beyond normal maintenance, sold it at 245k miles, and the owner updated me a few days ago. Still purring and pulling like a monster, now with a tune and 285k miles. He is getting this video link, since he mentioned how loose the rear is getting.

[@richardrosler2655]

Well explained and I should give an extra thumbs up for the lighting and camera work.

[@WeakestofWeeks]

I appreciate the kind words, thank you!

[@philliparthur8672]

Wow great job I've never had to replace a bushing before and you made it look so easy. Thank you and keep up the great work.

[@northshorecottager668]

Thanks, my 07 Aero needs the bushings replaced- you maked it look easy. I'll probalby do the sp;rings at the same time. Keep the Saab videos up!

[@dynamomarl]

Awesome video, I don't think I'd be able to figure out the claw tool on my own. You make it look easy. Merry Christmas!

[@WeakestofWeeks]

Once you figure those jaw pullers out they're really not that bad! Thanks for watching and happy holidays my friend!

[@ingaragewithsaab]

You can use threaded rod with two nuts instead claw puller

[@vazza7504]

Giant thumbs up buddy from across the pond. 😊 Great video, thinking of getting Polly bushes for my 9-3 estate now. Thanks, Vinny.

[@WeakestofWeeks]

Thanks for sharing friend!

[@caractacusbrittania7442]

Nice video, well explained, Good listing of tools needed and method of operation. Thanks.

[@nelagordon24]

That was an interesting way to get the bushing out. I just took out the bolt and used my jigsaw with a metal blade and cut the metal collar in two places and hammered it out with a flat screwdriver

[@WeakestofWeeks]

I've done the same removal process as you mentioned with cutting but mainly on larger bushings. I've even burned out old bushings with some heat and then you're just left with a collar to remove. I try not to recommend cutting the collar since it's very easy to cut too deep. In this case I don't think it would matter since the knuckle itself is so solid but in other instances cutting too deep can cause structural issues. I had the press already so I found it to be the most effective way at removal and installation. Thank for the comment!

[@amaramohamed77]

Could you pls make a video for the inner bushings 🙏🏻

[@guitarlover302]

Is it good idea to replace other bush at other end of arm please ?

[@leonardodearaujo1828]

I love my Saab 93 2008 suspension, even original glue on ground.

[@uodavid]

Hello weekest, do you have the reference number /oen number for the inner bushing? Please Am talking of the Same rear lower control arm

[@jacobcoppola]

Did you have to remove the bolt in the middle to do this job similar to the springs ?

[@brycegarrison8075]

These bushings also work for the xwd 9-3 cars. Just installed a set.

[@WeakestofWeeks]

Good info! Thank you for sharing!

[@S44BBOI]

what is the Bolt part number?

[@denisselopezceron2794]

Excelente tutorial. Lo aplicaré para mi Chevrolet Vectra 2004. Saludos desde México.

[@yhird]

Superb job!

[@davemcdave6341]

Thank you!! This is just what I'm about to attack on my Signum 2.8T V6.....

[@guitarlover302]

Some people say that polyurethane bushes make ride very harsh ? would you agree ?

[@WeakestofWeeks]

They can yes. Just replacing a few stock bushing with poly won't really make a difference in feel. However, if you upgrade all bushing to poly or even just the subframe bushing I'm sure it will stiffen the ride.

[@guitarlover302]

Had knuckle joint at bottom of link to hub with poly bush transformed the ride👌

[@cosmosk8s]

Doing this exact thing rite now 😁

[@doug900S]

Well Gary, I had all ready purchased OEM style bushings, now I'm wondering if I should hold off for now, and get the poly ones? Great video! BTW, did you ever make it to SOC 2021? I met Jacob (autoautopsy) down there, and I was looking for you. Thanks again for the video!

[@WeakestofWeeks]

I think the OEM's are good durable bushing but the poly ones are in my opinion much easier to press back in. Unfortunately, I didn't make it out SOC this year but hoping I can in 2022!

[@doug900S]

@@WeakestofWeeks It was a good time. Unfortunately I couldn't stay the duration, even though it was only an hours drive, because of another commitment, but I was happy to make it to my first ever SOC (2 days at least)! Met some really cool people, and hovered around some Saab 96 3 poppers (my first car)! I was told by a couple people that my 2010 XWD was a rare one. I didn't realize that, but since I looked for months to find one, I believe it!

[@dekibk2]

I have to ask you.I have problem with my Saab 9-3 and im having problems with filing tank.Did you ever had problem like that?

[@dgoldman2846]

Check the one way valve in the filler vent hose, it can be easily changed

[@dekibk2]

@@dgoldman2846 do you maybe have video about that?I would appreciate if you show me that valve.

[@dgoldman2846]

@@dekibk2 I have a 95 it's different but on the 93 just look at where you fill gas and follow the big hose on the back side, there should be a smaller hose next to it.... in that smaller hose should be a vent solenoid with a electrical connector. replace that and it should be good

[@TBD3.0]

👍🏻well explained

[@guitarlover302]

Hi what would the bushing be called please for ordering ?

[@WeakestofWeeks]

The video's description contains names, part numbers and links

[@guitarlover302]

@@WeakestofWeeks Thank you

[@barrygray8356]

How much does that bush cost?

[@theaussienurseflipper.8113]

Why only one brake caliper is painted red

[@WeakestofWeeks]

They were painted one at a time. They're all red now! Lol

[@نسيمالجنوب-و7ظ]

God bless you sir

[@Arlo10]

Thanks for good idias

[@bemad7886]

Used this. It ruined the threads on the gear puller and one of my sockets is permanently stuck on the end now. Would not recommend using a gear puller, just dish out the extra cash for a legit push and pull bush remover instead.

[@d4ve587]

Nobody wants a bad Bush 😭😜

[@WeakestofWeeks]

Hahah

[@dandyer8351]

That bush hardly had any movement tbh would of been ok for awhile yet. But if u wanted to upgrade then each to their own.