SAAB 95 - Sharkfin Ariel Replacement

BenEadir

Hi,

I've a 92 SAAB 95 Vector. The rubber covering on the Sharkfin ariel has cracked and bits of it have broken off. I'm worried that water will leak in and damage the roof trim etc.

Is there an easy way to buy and fit a replacement? I'm a poor 2 out of 10 when it comes to mechanical DIY so it would have to be pretty much plug and play with bog standard tools for me to be able to do it myself.

If it's a bit of a specialised task or there is a knack to it what would I expect to pay for a garage to supply and fit a replacement ariel?

As ever looking to keep cost to a minimum but don't want to save €50 and end up with a bodged job either!!

All help and/or suggestions gratefully received.

Ben

bazz26

I'd say my first port of call would be my local scrap yards. Also check if the 9-3 one will fit as most times to cut costs manufacturers will use common parts between different models.

If all else fails them maybe something like this will do:

http://cgi.ebay.ie/BLACK-SHARK-FIN-AERIAL-ANTENNA-SAAB-9-3-9-5-900-AERO-93_W0QQitemZ350284358110QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM?hash=item518e9321de

BenEadir

Thanks Bazz, I've ordered that as I can't see a breakers yeard offering a better deal. Now all I have to do is figure out how to fit it or find someone who can do it without charging me an arm and a leg.

Any suggestions anyone?

Ben

Freemancon

You probably already have it fixed but just in case or maybe for the future. I have used this guy CD motors he specialises in Saab but is an independent garage (as he describes himself). Pretty reasonable and a really nice guy.

Hope this helps

BenEadir

Thanks Freemancon, appreciate the info.