Saab 9-5 Aero - Hybrid Turbo and 9000 Bottom End - 350 bhp
Discussion
FastMat said:
Nope it's 250hp standard he said stage one would add only 25 hp so I couldn't be even arsed trying to sell it now but it looks like nobody wants it .. shame they really are underrated cars ..
Yeh the extra 25 bhp isn't that impressive, it's the extra 51 lb ft that makes the noticeable difference. Not bad for £80!HybridAero said:
FastMat said:
Nope it's 250hp standard he said stage one would add only 25 hp so I couldn't be even arsed trying to sell it now but it looks like nobody wants it .. shame they really are underrated cars ..
Yeh the extra 25 bhp isn't that impressive, it's the extra 51 lb ft that makes the noticeable difference. Not bad for £80!You may get 10bhp from running thinners without the map and that on its own is grin inducing.
HybridAero said:
Finally an RHD strut brace for the 9-5 that isn't a big bend! Not a bad price either:
http://a-zperformance.com/termekek.php?itemID=900&...
(Current setup
Got mine yesterday :-) Here's confirming that it fits Dame Edna RHD models!http://a-zperformance.com/termekek.php?itemID=900&...
(Current setup
As yet its cost nothing!
Coz they weren't sure about clearing the late model brake fluid reservoir they did it on free trial / pay on keeps.
It'll be about £140 inc postage I guess depending on exchange rate.
I think its a little more settled on uneven roads. Probably in the single figure percentage increase but anything is better than nothing if it doesnt cost too much. Plus, as you say, it does look quite good!
I'm fully poly bushed all round so already nice and taught but thinking about B12 after the TT hybrid thats coming shortly ;-) as the rear suspension ( at 46k) is, I think, getting a bit soft particularly when loaded and getting a bump on a bend does make it go into a funny sideways wobble.
Many thanks for the heads up - I've been looking for ages for something like this and failed in getting the Speedparts unit adjusted to suit RHD.
Coz they weren't sure about clearing the late model brake fluid reservoir they did it on free trial / pay on keeps.
It'll be about £140 inc postage I guess depending on exchange rate.
I think its a little more settled on uneven roads. Probably in the single figure percentage increase but anything is better than nothing if it doesnt cost too much. Plus, as you say, it does look quite good!
I'm fully poly bushed all round so already nice and taught but thinking about B12 after the TT hybrid thats coming shortly ;-) as the rear suspension ( at 46k) is, I think, getting a bit soft particularly when loaded and getting a bump on a bend does make it go into a funny sideways wobble.
Many thanks for the heads up - I've been looking for ages for something like this and failed in getting the Speedparts unit adjusted to suit RHD.
Edited by eucalyptus9000 on Sunday 18th June 21:15
Glad to hear it's worked well for you! How much is the TT hybrid?
Don't forget to order your B12s from here, and with the money you save get some fresh top mounts and thrust bearings from PartsForSaabs:
http://www.mk-fahrwerkstechnik.de/navi.php?jtl_tok...
Don't forget to order your B12s from here, and with the money you save get some fresh top mounts and thrust bearings from PartsForSaabs:
http://www.mk-fahrwerkstechnik.de/navi.php?jtl_tok...
eucalyptus9000 said:
As yet its cost nothing!
Coz they weren't sure about clearing the late model brake fluid reservoir they did it on free trial / pay on keeps.
It'll be about £140 inc postage I guess depending on exchange rate.
I think its a little more settled on uneven roads. Probably in the single figure percentage increase but anything is better than nothing if it doesnt cost too much. Plus, as you say, it does look quite good!
I'm fully poly bushed all round so already nice and taught but thinking about B12 after the TT hybrid thats coming shortly ;-) as the rear suspension ( at 46k) is, I think, getting a bit soft particularly when loaded and getting a bump on a bend does make it go into a funny sideways wobble.
Many thanks for the heads up - I've been looking for ages for something like this and failed in getting the Speedparts unit adjusted to suit RHD.
Just looking at those pics; it's a work of engineering perfection! Do they come in other colours?Coz they weren't sure about clearing the late model brake fluid reservoir they did it on free trial / pay on keeps.
It'll be about £140 inc postage I guess depending on exchange rate.
I think its a little more settled on uneven roads. Probably in the single figure percentage increase but anything is better than nothing if it doesnt cost too much. Plus, as you say, it does look quite good!
I'm fully poly bushed all round so already nice and taught but thinking about B12 after the TT hybrid thats coming shortly ;-) as the rear suspension ( at 46k) is, I think, getting a bit soft particularly when loaded and getting a bump on a bend does make it go into a funny sideways wobble.
Many thanks for the heads up - I've been looking for ages for something like this and failed in getting the Speedparts unit adjusted to suit RHD.
Edited by HybridAero on Sunday 18th June 22:33
HybridAero said:
Just looking at those pics; it's a work of engineering perfection! Do they come in other colours?
All black is the other option on their websiteIts a good paint finish - I was going to spray it in body colour but the silver bar is so close to Snow Silver anyway and the blue which I thought was too garish does actually go with the silver so maybe I have better things to do with my time.
I was worried that it was going to come with their branded logo on the bar as per the web image but fortunately not.
eucalyptus9000 said:
All black is the other option on their website
Its a good paint finish - I was going to spray it in body colour but the silver bar is so close to Snow Silver anyway and the blue which I thought was too garish does actually go with the silver so maybe I have better things to do with my time.
I was worried that it was going to come with their branded logo on the bar as per the web image but fortunately not.
Need to order an all black.Its a good paint finish - I was going to spray it in body colour but the silver bar is so close to Snow Silver anyway and the blue which I thought was too garish does actually go with the silver so maybe I have better things to do with my time.
I was worried that it was going to come with their branded logo on the bar as per the web image but fortunately not.
Been considering a Rouse Cosworth spoiler, I reckon this could look pretty spot on:
Little race against a CSL
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BW4D_rG277AThe Saab is due for an MOT and will be making a trip to Mr Wallis next month, so though it'd be rude not to send the car along with at least one performance/safety upgrade.
Unbelievably I've been running stock brakes at stage 5, so that needed to change at some point!
This week I came across these genuine Brembo brakes for sale via a UKSaabs member, the design of which was originally intended for the Ferrari F40.
They're 345 mm with EBC discs and Brembo HP2000 pads and were shot-blasted and powder-coated recently, along with all new seals and pistons.
Also included are high tensile bolts and stainless braided brake hoses custom made by Wezmoto.
Will hopefully be installed next week so looking forward to that.
Unbelievably I've been running stock brakes at stage 5, so that needed to change at some point!
This week I came across these genuine Brembo brakes for sale via a UKSaabs member, the design of which was originally intended for the Ferrari F40.
They're 345 mm with EBC discs and Brembo HP2000 pads and were shot-blasted and powder-coated recently, along with all new seals and pistons.
Also included are high tensile bolts and stainless braided brake hoses custom made by Wezmoto.
Will hopefully be installed next week so looking forward to that.
They should be a vast improvement over stock. I did notice that the calipers don't make full use of the discs. This is because the calipers are designed for a 331 mm setup whereas the discs are 345 mm; as a result they're basically as good as 331 mm Hirsch brakes but look meatier and better cooling. Fair bit cheaper and all for £500 including brake lines, spacer etc. although I've been advised to get hubcentric spacers.
Hubcentric spacers - not sure if these will suffice or if 10mm will be too much:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/322552084524
In other news, raced an x308 XJR last night and annihilated it; I guess on a good day they have 370 bhp but weigh 1.8 tonnes. To match the Saab's power to weight ratio it'd need 408 bhp. Additionally the Saab has the same torque (388 lb ft) but weighs 300 kg less and front wheel drive is more efficient than rear. Bloody love this car!
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/322552084524
In other news, raced an x308 XJR last night and annihilated it; I guess on a good day they have 370 bhp but weigh 1.8 tonnes. To match the Saab's power to weight ratio it'd need 408 bhp. Additionally the Saab has the same torque (388 lb ft) but weighs 300 kg less and front wheel drive is more efficient than rear. Bloody love this car!
Edited by HybridAero on Sunday 2nd July 12:32
Little comparison against a Masser Gransurismo.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EsWroUaFDfA
If it's bang for buck you're after, these Saabs are hard to beat!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EsWroUaFDfA
If it's bang for buck you're after, these Saabs are hard to beat!
New rear bumper respray begins!
In other news, the Saab just failed its MOT on emissions, new ball joints needed and tyre just past the legal limit.
Have order 2 new Vredestein Ultrac Sessantas and emissions issue is most likely due to an ill-fitting manifold; following advice from the very helpful team at Abbott Racing, the manifold will be straight-edged/resurfaced to ensure a tighter fit.
In other news, the Saab just failed its MOT on emissions, new ball joints needed and tyre just past the legal limit.
Have order 2 new Vredestein Ultrac Sessantas and emissions issue is most likely due to an ill-fitting manifold; following advice from the very helpful team at Abbott Racing, the manifold will be straight-edged/resurfaced to ensure a tighter fit.
Edited by HybridAero on Saturday 8th July 15:04
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