Changing the front struts of a SAAB 9-5. Sorry for the camera focus in the dark fender well.
Strut Compressor on Amazon: http://tinyurl.com/hzjnnof
Ingersoll Rand Electric Impact on Amazon: http://tinyurl.com/zllstvn
SAAB 9-5 99-09 Front Strut Replacement DIY
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Thanks for the video – it helped me replace mine!
This video is invaluable! The only additional tip I'd add is you may have to rotate the rotor back and forth to get the assembly to rock back up in place. I had a hell of a time figuring out why I couldn't just lift up on the rotor because is was dropped down at the bottom and wouldn't straighten out. Then after doing the other side and everything fit, I just happened to rotate on the rotor and presto! Fit like a glove!
I think you just saved me 400 bucks. thanks!
Great video. Where did you buy the spring compressor? Great heavy duty and portable tool. Searched the net but cant seem to find anything like that
I'm doing mine soon and this vid is definitely going to help thanks. Swapping stock suspension for Bilstein B12 kit which most people recommend as the best upgrade.
"Nice video write up. I did mine earlier this summer all around and was the same wear after 100k. Body roll is definitely better. I was hoping the ride smoothness would improve but the Aero stiffness is still pretty brutal…" – TheCleaner on SC forums