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- Tue Nov 17, 2020 7:58 am
- Forum: SAAB MOTORSPORT TECH
- Topic: 130 Amp Alternator
- Replies: 30
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Re: 130 Amp Alternator
I sourced a 130A alternator (NG900, OG9-3, 9-5 unit) to try and make work on my c900. As I posted earlier, my car currently has the stock 80A alternator on it. For comparison's sake I borrowed a 70A c900 alternator from a friend to see what I'd need to 'convert' the 9-3 alternator to work on a c900....
- Fri Oct 23, 2020 7:15 am
- Forum: Projects and Build Threads
- Topic: Introduction & Project thread! 1989 900 T8 Special DD
- Replies: 15
- Views: 9096
Re: Introduction & Project thread! 1989 900 T8 Special DD
After about 5000 miles I figured it's about time to put up the full update here. A lot has happened since my last post, so let's get into it! When I was prepping to get the car back on the road again I planned on installing another used engine, as I expected my problems to come from the bottom end. ...
- Mon Mar 30, 2020 9:28 am
- Forum: Projects and Build Threads
- Topic: Introduction & Project thread! 1989 900 T8 Special DD
- Replies: 15
- Views: 9096
Re: Introduction & Project thread! 1989 900 T8 Special DD
It's been a while, but I figured it's about time for an update here.. I got the car running again a couple of weeks ago. Still have some work to do to get it through inspection to be able to drive it on the road as well, but at least it runs! First thing we did after getting the car in the shop was ...
- Tue Sep 24, 2019 10:10 am
- Forum: Projects and Build Threads
- Topic: Introduction & Project thread! 1989 900 T8 Special DD
- Replies: 15
- Views: 9096
Re: Introduction & Project thread! 1989 900 T8 Special DD
I did measure for resistance through the plug wires, forgot to mention that in the post above. 1. 3500 Ohm 2. 2800 Ohm 3. 2460 Ohm 4. 1800 Ohm I also tested if the spark plug and cable were okay on the side of the road by starting it with the plug out but attached to the cable, I definately saw it s...
- Mon Sep 23, 2019 12:37 pm
- Forum: Projects and Build Threads
- Topic: Introduction & Project thread! 1989 900 T8 Special DD
- Replies: 15
- Views: 9096
Re: Introduction & Project thread! 1989 900 T8 Special DD
Small update; I've got the car sitting at home now, still working through the damage claim with the transporter. The ignition switch only turns between lock and P, I can put it in every gear with no issue and it doesn't lock in reverse anymore. Not sure how they did it, but they managed to break it....
- Mon Sep 23, 2019 12:27 pm
- Forum: SAAB MOTORSPORT TECH
- Topic: Direct ignition cassette options
- Replies: 10
- Views: 6610
Re: Direct ignition cassette options
The DIC gets a bad rep for being expensive to replace and going bad all the time, but IMO it's mostly due to age. Any individual coilpack that's 20+ years old and has probably done a few 100k miles is likely to be meh as well. As far as I'm aware, it's good practice to replace all coilpacks if one g...
- Thu Sep 05, 2019 8:02 am
- Forum: Projects and Build Threads
- Topic: Introduction & Project thread! 1989 900 T8 Special DD
- Replies: 15
- Views: 9096
Re: Introduction & Project thread! 1989 900 T8 Special DD
Car has since been dropped off at a local shop (since AAA wouldn't take it to a home address). When I got the call from the shop that the car had been delivered they also mentioned the transporter had managed to break the ignition switch. Car goes into every gear but the key won't turn anymore.. I s...
- Wed Aug 28, 2019 8:24 am
- Forum: Projects and Build Threads
- Topic: Introduction & Project thread! 1989 900 T8 Special DD
- Replies: 15
- Views: 9096
Re: Introduction & Project thread! 1989 900 T8 Special DD
So far I really enjoy them! Although it sometimes feels like the valving could be a little better for stiffer springs. I wonder if GAZ would do custom stuff for that if you contacted them. I just ordered 'regular' adjustables through their webshop. Fixed the most annoying door rattle EVER last thurs...
- Sat Aug 17, 2019 6:49 am
- Forum: Projects and Build Threads
- Topic: Introduction & Project thread! 1989 900 T8 Special DD
- Replies: 15
- Views: 9096
Re: Introduction & Project thread! 1989 900 T8 Special DD
The T8 Special was a special edition for the Swedish market, only built for the 1989 model year. Basically a fully loaded SPG/Aero/T16s, just with the 8v turbo engine. I think it was put together to help get rid of the last 8v cars. My car originally started life with the B201 Turbo engine in it, bu...
- Wed Aug 14, 2019 3:39 pm
- Forum: SAAB MOTORSPORT TECH
- Topic: 130 Amp Alternator
- Replies: 30
- Views: 16365
Re: 130 Amp Alternator
Scored a 9-3 130 amp unit at the ez pull. Toyed with mounting it to a c900 engine. In order to use stock mounting hardware a sleeve will need to be pressed to compensate for the smaller mount bolts. The belts just don't line up properly. Either the whole unit needs to move forward 1/4 inch or so, o...
- Wed Aug 14, 2019 9:38 am
- Forum: Projects and Build Threads
- Topic: Introduction & Project thread! 1989 900 T8 Special DD
- Replies: 15
- Views: 9096
Introduction & Project thread! 1989 900 T8 Special DD
What's up? New here, figured I'd introduce myself by starting a thread about my beloved c900. I'm Reier, I'm from the Netherlands and bought this example when my old workplace got it as a trade-in. It's been my daily driver for the past two years (and well over 50.000km), so far I've been loving eve...