Rebuilding An 80s Saab Engine And Gearbox | Saab 900 Classic Revival | Part 13

In today's episode we do a full restoration on an 80's Saab engine (B201, 8V) and gearbox.
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[@mlodszyahmed]

This engine could as well be now sitting at a Saab museum RIP SAAB [*]

[@mayflowerlash11]

Watching you dismantle and reassemble the SAAB engine has given me a new appreciation for its design. The engine sits on a literal gear box, driving through chains at one end, into a gear set which doesn't use all the space in the "box". The "box" has almost flat access covers, neat. Then integral with the "box" is the differential which also is removed easily through an opening in the end of the "box". Overall a compact, accessible engine, gearbox, diff combination. Beautiful design.

[@1873Winchester]

Typical saab design choices

[@GB-vn1tf]

Did you know it started as a Triumph engine? It was from the dolomite but saab totally transformed it.

[@mayflowerlash11]

@@GB-vn1tf I did know they had much in common but didn't know how much or which was developed from which. Perhaps Triumph could have kept an interest in the developed engine and used it in later model Triumphs

[@russellrobson7632]

Very nice job! And very slick editing skills too, M539 Restorations will be proud! 👍🇬🇧

[@andrepurve]

+1, this episode reminded me quite a bit of what Streten is doing. When torquing nuts and bolts, please mention the specs for people who came to watch the episode to do the rebuild themselves.

[@AIRPORT-mc2ys]

MISSED OUT all the important things and just CLEANED an old high mileage engine

[@DDDDDDDDDD12]

@@AIRPORT-mc2yswhat do you mean? Did you even watch the video?

[@deebee3901]

Magnificent rebuilt mate! It seemed like we were waiting for ages, but it was well worth it. Can't wait till you slip that into the old girl and we all hear her running!

[@VanderGroejn]

Can't wait to hear this engine run. Being from Sweden and a lot older than you it's really nostalgic and nice to see you restore a car from my youth. Been around since the Volvo and I still think this is one of the best car channels on KZbin. Cheers mate. 🍻🥰

[@fusky3]

I just love a clean and rebuilt engine going into a refurbished engine bay

[@BurnerJones]

AHHHHHHH A 900! My first car was a 1986 900 SPG with the boost cranked up and bigger injectors. Good memories and good times.

[@AlexanderMichelson]

You are a certified Belgian legend, Sir! God bless you!

[@jorgencaceres7945]

I said "wow" several times... what an engine!!!

[@aussiegreg1]

Loving the videos. Just recently bought back into the classic 900 Saab family here in Australia so these have been really informative. Keep up the great work, awesome stuff!

[@grayfool]

Very nice job. I am reminded that using a cordless driver for all the nuts and bolts is a godsend. I recall with some misery the time it took to do all that stuff up with simple hand tools in my youth. All that time I spent will never be returned.

[@walterbutscher8438]

That was an awesome build. You actually heard the compression when you spun the engine by hand. Nice to have help from dad too. Beautiful job. Always a pleasure to follow you. Keep up the great work. 😊

[@MegaTheone1988]

Basically the Saab 900 is my dream car

[@stacycarter8641]

Memphis, that is one heck of a nice looking engine and gearbox. I am glad that you stepped outside of your comfort zone to do this project. It shows that you are growing both as a person and as a KZbinr. Keep up the very entertaining content.

[@ianluscombe]

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[@speed488]

19:20 - I always been a big Honda fan, but the Civic statement made me lol big time! 😂

[@wendyowen8403]

Excellent rebuild on the engine. You didn't mention if the piston rings had been changed or not. Seemed like ages since the last video but well worth the wait. So good to see a young chap undertaking such a task in a professional way. Very well done.

[@42Hertzer]

Wow, did not expect the engine to get to mint condition! Cool.

[@themonacoartguy3421]

Amazing! What a result. Now I'm looking at my 900 and thinking could I do that? You make it look incredibly simple but really worth the effort. Very much looking forward to the brakes and suspension.

[@jamesgeorgewalker]

Really impressed. I never bother to like or subscribe, but today I have. So good to see someone doing things carefully, thoroughly & properly.

[@jamestarver]

Looks great!

[@slaveyvichev5855]

Finally!! I've been waiting so long for this episode!

[@marcusott2973]

Haha, I follow Project Binky, this is nothing.😉

[@nigelbond4056]

My goodness you’re clever! That engine looks better than when it left the factory. I love your attention to detail, resilience when things don’t go quite right, perpetual positivity and humour. You’re not like any mechanic I know here in the UK 🤓. Brilliant video Memphis, keep up your awesome work 💪👌👏

[@csigouin1]

Best video in the SAAB segment yet!

[@danpacey]

Really great work. It made my palms a little sweaty to see the chain just sitting there - memories of building my 9-5 Aero B235R engine - I was always terrified it'd drop into the timing cover and get tangled up so I never let it sit without a bit of wire through the links to hold it in place. Suffice to say I was happy to see your cam sprocket go on! Looking forward to a successful first start. I have an '87 900 Aero I am at the beginning of restoring - your channel is a great reference and inspiration to keep going.

[@andypugh2000]

Get some JB weld around the corroded pipe flange and sand it smooth 24 hours later. Doesnt look like it will seal otherwise. Fantastic work 😊

[@blainecarelse4155]

Shout out from South Africa. Been watching your videos for a few years now and your builds are so satisfying and relaxing to watch. Keep it up.

[@vel0city96]

Tip for the gearbox: put around 200ml of gearbox oil in the primary chain cover via the cap on the front of the chain cover. That way on first startup the chain already has oil to slosh around in when you let go of the clutch in neutral with a spinning engine. Otherwise it takes a pretty long time for oil to get to the chain since there's no oil pump of any kind inside the gearbox. And on first startup, run the engine on the starter first (without spark plugs installed or a working fuel supply) to get engine oil everywhere inside the engine before putting the load of a running engine on it. And of course, fantastic work! I know how it feels like to get an all-new engine/gearbox together, I'm currently doing the same thing with a fully revised T16 FPT block and a revised gearbox (a GM55804). Painted the engine and refinished the valve cover so it all looks brand spanking new under the hood when it's all together.

[@michaeltutty1540]

Fantastic job done properly. I can't wait to hear it going again.

[@MrPeters58]

Following your involvement with this old SAAB with great admiration. You have to go to Sweden for some car meet when your project has reached its goal.

[@dougsoderberg]

She looks great!!! Don’t forget the oil!

[@Ammerstol]

What a beautiful result when it was finished. Well done man, I was glued to the screen :)

[@shaheedcloete1577]

I can't wait to hear that engine fire up

[@mrBINnnnn]

So cool, I still see these saabs on roads and they are nice :)

[@all-flat-engines]

If you want a faster oil prime when starting the engine pack the oil pump with grease when installing it.

[@zollotech]

Great rebuild. Looking forward to hearing it run.

[@heinz4337]

Hi Memphis, You made my day 👍 Just go on soon…

[@sergeihanush2262]

next time when you rebuild cylinder head, to seat the spring locks use some assembly grease to stick them to the valve. Also, after you seat them it is recommended to hit it one time with a hummer an some socket to make sure locks are seated properly.

[@stuartrich4574]

You deserve positive comments, great video and tool skills

[@1959Berre]

Wonderful job. It's a beauty. It is so clean, you could put it in the living room.

[@philleasthouse3791]

Beautiful job Memphis!!! Looks like a really pro job. Great progress and waiting for the bit of the rebuild.

[@philleasthouse3791]

Typo crept in - "the next bit of the rebuild" it should read.

[@CrAzZyTheCodingBoss]

This is what great content about cars looks like

[@idiotluggage]

The engine turned out really nice. I think you should part the SAAB on the valve cover the same as the block. Something to make it pop. Thanks for sharing your journey.

[@guzmangil5476]

I would change the thermostat housing or at least, tig refill it and lathe turn it, same for the metal sorrounding the coolant passages. Sweet rebuild dude

[@malcolmjarrett6310]

Yes, the thermostat housing needs repairing. An epoxy will do the job, but everything else is great.

[@vwfanatic2390]

That was excellent, I’m very impressed and happy with the decisions you made. If I’m being SUPER knit picky I would have liked to see how you setup those timing marks, like how you knew the pistons & valves were set right before putting the chain on, etc. But fantastic stuff man. Thanks again for making such an awesome video.

[@m03anlo]

Lovely job and the Civic comment was epic. Keep up the god work!

[@herrjonna2007]

Really nice! the thing your removed but didn't know what was, I believe it to be the inlet for an engine heater unit, so you could pre-heat your engine on cold days to lessen the effects of heat cycles on the block :D Also, it would mean that the car was warm when you wanted to drive

[@adi654]

If possible try to include the video of you aquablasting the parts. It’s very satisfying to watch parts becoming clean and shiny.

[@francissomadaly4043]

Hi Pal. Great video, thanks. I look forward to watching them. Take care 👍

[@markstorer7204]

Hi Memphis......we both went "WOW" At the same time when you were rebuilding the gearbox 😂😂😂

[@bdegroot3825]

This build's theme is called "perfection".

[@makisgggg838]

Excellent work!!! RESPECT!!!

[@paulmackay6376]

GREAT JOB! Looks fabulous !

[@MrCyssiek]

I always love to watch your struggle with old fart like this Saab

[@mayflowerlash11]

What you say is correct if you are referring to a plain spanner or socket. Placing your hand closer to the bolt will reduce the torque you can apply. However if you are using a torque wrench it does not matter where the force is applied by hand. The torque wrench is set to click at a predetermined torque and will click when that torque is reached regardless of where you apply the force with your hand.

[@SP5NT]

Big piece of good work. It's good to see someone with such a passion for cars.

[@daniellana7317]

Magnificent build!!

[@Onlooker71]

Looks like new! Fantastic work.

[@bennyking572]

Amazing progress, well done mate! Can't wait to see the rest of this!

[@geoffjordan1254]

Great job . looks great. Looking forward to the next episode.

[@sneaks01]

Great work my friend!! So intrigued with your restoration!

[@jkoepis]

As someone who will very shortly do a rebuild of a 900 engine and gearbox, this is amazing.

[@jeffr0]

outstanding work!

[@seanfinlay7393]

Great work, rebuild looks terrific!

[@marcusott2973]

Much awaited, much appreciated excellent work as usual.

[@kinenbrasil]

Beautiful work! Congrats! 👏👏👏

[@davejones538]

Was really interesting to watch you do this engine thanks for sharing keep up the great work 👍

[@andunabu3238]

Well done!

[@DJNeiloSF]

Awesome work!!

[@michaelhynds8035]

Really great work and very interesting too. Well done.

[@matejkopcik9563]

beautiful work man, cant wait to see the whole project :)

[@henkvandeneeckhout185]

Amazing job, congrats !

[@djordjecolic5818]

Awesome video work buddy as well as video!!

[@mrmilner1096]

Looks amazing well-done looking forward to the next episode

[@tiger75ify]

Very nice work! The engine looks like new. Looking forward to see and hear it running!

[@eduhusel]

So great, this is THE guide I need for my own '82 900 GL. 👍

[@Markustajahoyrylaiva]

fantastic work!!!

[@mariobarata2382]

Congratulations great job!!!🎉

[@Predic94]

Awesome!! Amazing work!

[@alejandrosalazarj.3574]

Inspiring! Thank you so much for sharing your process!!!

[@kostaskarras7107]

Perfect gop!!!💯 congratulations my friend

[@TheHunterHofman]

Yeah, been waiting for this! We should do a collab, got enough broken vehicles myself haha

[@sjarlestrand]

Beautiful !! Thanks for another super video. Looking fwd to the next one!!

[@affordablevs]

Fantastic 👏 great rebuild!

[@YacineKetani]

Great build great project. Well done you inspire many!!

[@Strixechelon]

Nice job with the engine 👌 👍 👏 💪

[@criswagemansbophadoung8081]

Awesome work and great detail.

[@peterdelaforce662]

Brilliant job Memphis, really enjoyed this video keep em coming

[@john27609]

Outstanding and very well edited. Perfection!

[@ianhogarth4214]

Well done great work!

[@michaeldebrou8767]

Super job..good luck with the next stage! 👍

[@keithkenny4576]

Memphis love your videos, they are very entertaining, I do not know much of cars, so thanks and waiting for the next one

[@maciejrzepka7109]

Beautiful job!

[@deividasziuraitis1743]

I watch Memphis videos, when I’m overwhelmed or tired, because it’s so relaxing. Great job with the rebuild and with the quality of your videos. Keep it up mate! ;)

[@preamble466]

Awesome video! Thank you so much.

[@pablito309]

Amazing work!! Congratulations

[@christoffersenstuff]

My biggest respect! Really looking forward to see the engine running again :)

[@Ebut191]

Excellent work.

[@martyntaylor5709]

Great work. I am envious of your attention to detail

[@minaelia88]

Great work my friend, amazing engine Can't wait to hear the first start

[@SaycoPworrell]

Alright Memphis! LFG!