I assess the engine health in this video by doing a compression test, a leak down test and visual inspection. Is the Saab engine any good? Patreon: / seasidegarage Music: www.epidemicso...
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@DeanofMachines Жыл бұрын
I never knew the motors were reverse mounted in these. Thanks for bringing us along!
@3thedward Жыл бұрын
I think the comprssion will be better after driving the Car for a while. In the past I fill STP oil treatment in , the compession get higher with this phantastic stuff . Greetings Edward
@SeasideGarage Жыл бұрын
Yea I think so too... also a hot engine will help. :) Think its around 170-180 from factory :)
@Involvod Жыл бұрын
Really enjoyed this 👍
@SeasideGarage Жыл бұрын
Happy to hear that!
@T16MGJ Жыл бұрын
Those compression readings are quite encouraging and with regular daily use, may even improve. If that SAAB was in my care, I think that old engine is an ideal candidate for the "Diesel Fuel" flushing treatment. Rings and many moving parts would benefit.
@SeasideGarage Жыл бұрын
It would! :) I might do that.. we will see.
@marcinbujok7388 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video Seppo! Thanks for reminding me I need to get me a compression tester 😅. I have a gasoline generator that doesn't start and I susspect it's the compression issue. The uniqueness of saab engine bay is making me dizzy a bit 🤣. What a cool car!
@puntomk1uk64 Жыл бұрын
The valve on the vaccum looks very much like the pcv valve you get on a mk1 Ford Focus!
@thomaspardon5853 Жыл бұрын
My father rebuilded my WUR from my audi 100, if you have questions you can always ask me
@mehrzahl2219 Жыл бұрын
Good news! This will be a really nice car when it is ready. Thanks for showing all details of the restauration, very interesting. Maybe you can make a separate video on tools and tricks?
@SeasideGarage Жыл бұрын
I might do that! thanks!
@kralizeccraig5578 Жыл бұрын
8V's are getting rarer. I have an 81 turbo (non-apc) which used to run but currently doesn't and I think it's a K-jet issue as it will start if I fire starter fluid into the intake before cranking.
@SeasideGarage Жыл бұрын
Yea... could very well be the cold start valve... :) or temp sensor.
@iamthefatstig Жыл бұрын
I think those piston rings will come around with use. SAAB's always were a little odd, the reverse engine was a surprise though!
@paulwilliams7070 Жыл бұрын
Happy new year
@t.h.9187 Жыл бұрын
Please check the Valve clearence. The 8V has no Hydro lifters. If exhaust is below 0,35 you have to du something if its above 0,35 its ok.
@SeasideGarage Жыл бұрын
Thanks! I will!
@marienweststrate4035 Жыл бұрын
Succes!
@twocvbloke Жыл бұрын
Turbo does look a tad crusty in there, stil, could be worse, my dad once had an Austin Montego (well, "Rover" really, but without the Rover name) with the 2.0L Perkins Prima diesel engine, it had a knackered turbo which made a properly bad squeal on boost, indicating its' bearings were shot, he thought it was meant to do that, 'til it filled the intake with oil making it tough (and very smoky) to start... :S