SAAB Knuckle Bushing Replacement & Upgrade!

In this video I show you how to replace and upgrade your failing rear lower outer arm to knuckle bushing. Be sure to like, share and subscribe! Links to products and tools below.
Bushing options
-Rear lower outer arm to knuckle bushing replace in this video (#PFR80-1215): www.powerflexusa.com/shop/pro...
-Moog option if you're trying to replace for cheap: amzn.to/36TWxvm
-Link to all of the PowerFlex bushing options offered for 2003-2012 Saab 9-3's: www.powerflexusa.com/shop/cat...
Tools and misc.
-to rent the 3 jaw gear puller show in video: shop.advanceautoparts.com/p/p...
-to purchase the 3 jaw gear puller show in video: amzn.to/2J0pUnI
-etorx set to remove various suspense bolts: amzn.to/3lTcyrW
-anti seize liquid if you ever want to be able to remove your parts again: amzn.to/2KqtJDh
Feel free to contact me at: [e-mail]
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[@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!

[@caractacusbrittania7442]

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

[@denisselopezceron2794]

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

[@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!

[@yhird]

Superb job!

[@Arlo10]

Thanks for good idias

[@leonardodearaujo1828]

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

[@TBD3.0]

👍🏻well explained

[@user-vs6kz4qt6v]

God bless you sir

[@cosmosk8s]

Doing this exact thing rite now 😁

[@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!

[@davemcdave6341]

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

[@amaramohamed77]

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

[@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!

[@jacobcoppola]

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

[@guitarlover302]

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

[@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

[@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?

[@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

[@barrygray8356]

How much does that bush cost?

[@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👌

[@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

[@theaussienurseflipper.8113]

Why only one brake caliper is painted red

[@WeakestofWeeks]

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

[@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.