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NG 900/9-3 Handling Modifications

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==Subframe Braces==
===Subframe braces stiffen the chassis, improve tracking on rough roads, and help allow the suspension to perform better. This is an essential modification for the convertible, and a substantial improvement for other models. Convertibles should use the 6 point brace. Other models can get by with the 2 Point Brace===point brace but will see further improvements with the 6 point.
===6 Point Brace===The braces can be purchased from Genuine Saab in the US. DIY versions are possible, with the 2 point being particularly easy to make.  Installation is straight forward with the braces bolting on to the subframe of the car.
==Steering Rack Clamp and Brace==
The steering rack is mounted to the firewall using soft rubber bushings inside of clamps. This was a marginal solution on the NG 900, but with the 9-3, a thinner steering rack with thicker rubber bushings was used, and is barely adequate. The steering rack clamp and brace provide a much more solid mounting solution for the steering rack, improving the steering feel and minimizing torque steer.
 
===DIY===
===Purchased===
The steering rack clamp and brace can be purchased from Genuine Saab in the US and Elk Parts in the UK.
==Rear Anti-Roll Bar (ARB)==
Replacing the rear ARB is one of the easiest and most effective methods of improving the handling of the 900 and 9-3. Mounting a thicker rear ARB reduces body roll in turns, improves stability and traction during acceleration, and reduces understeer. Rollbars of varying thicknesses are available from Genuine Saab. A more inexpensive option is to double up stock rollbars.
 
Additional information about selecting the correct rear ARB can be found on the [[Trolltuner site|http://trolltuner.com/?p=56]]
==Front Anti-Roll Bar (ARB)==
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