[Raven18940]

Today I almost lost to a cavalier in traffic. I took off after it in first about even, shifted into 2nd, popped the clutch and mashing the throttle. Except rather than flying by the cavy I remained in a dead heat as the pungent smell of burnt clutch filled the air. I think it's on its way out, it's never had trouble grabbing before. Anyone every changed a clutch on these cars? Is it hard to do?

Also on a related transmission note, what are the specs of Saab transmission oil? Is it regular 75W-90 gear oil cause I want to fill it up with Mobil 1 if it is.

 

[xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxFinn]

Raven, My man at Abbott racing recommended the 80 for the gear box. Its not to slippery so it gives a real positive feel. I like it..

 

[Raven18940]

75W-80, 80W-90, or straight SAE 80?

So no one has ever done a clutch on these. *sigh*

 

[Kermit]

Both Saab manual and Haynes says "saab approved oil" and leaves it at that..no specifics. Finn knows cos he a stick shifter, whilst me and Chris are stuck with slush boxes.

 

[xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxFinn]

Good point Kermit mine is a manual not an auto, I know not whether there is a difference However I used EP80 in my gear box..

Sorry not tried a clutch on the 9-5 yet, might be a little hard with my gravel drive. However looking at the Haynes it doesnt seem any more difficult than any other car..

 

[Raven18940]

EP80? Is that a brand?

 

[xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxFinn]

The numbers and letters refer to the weight and viscosity of the oil. EP = Extreme Pressure, it is a mineral based oil. Synthetic is too slippery unless you have a new 9-5 or have upgraded to synthetic suitable synchros. Saab recommend the 80W-90 mineral gear oil, but in modded engines the EP80 seems to work very well. You can buy EP80 at most car shops..


EP Gear Oils
Extreme Pressure Gear Oils that reduce wear under severe conditions of tooth contact pressure and sliding speed. --EP80 and EP 90 oils meet API GL4 and MIL-L-2105 specifications. --EP80/90 meets API GL5 specification --

 

[Raven18940]

Oooohhhhhhh, don't know if I'll be able to find that though. This is America, home of the automatic and pickup truck.

 

[Chris 9-5]

Oooohhhhhhh, don't know if I'll be able to find that though. This is America, home of the automatic and pickup truck.

I'm sure Abbott will ship it to you for about $500 :lol:

 

[xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxFinn]

I'm sure Abbott will ship it to you for about $500 :lol:

I bought mine at Halfrauds, actualy is was quite cheap :cheesy:

 

[Chris 9-5]

Oooohhhhhhh, don't know if I'll be able to find that though.

I have read great things about Amsoil products, dont they do an equivalent?

 

[Raven18940]

I've been reading about this Red Line MTL (Manual Transmission Lubricant) and it's supposed to be the best stuff for synchromesh boxes. Of course my local Pep Boys doesn't stock it, I need to find a new auto parts place.

Finn, I've also read that EP80 can be corrosive to synchros. Not sure how true it is, need to do more research.

 

[aeropilot]

Raven,

Instead, you need to find a good old fashioned hot-rod speed shop in your area, they should have an equivilent as used in older US manual gearboxes on older generation 'vettes and Mustangs etc.