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Used a kit - it still leaks but a lot less. Kit is pretty easy to install.

Busy times for the Jean Ragnotti: Cambelt + Dephaser + Pulleys + Crank Pulley Aux Belt + Tensioners etc. Sump Pan Gasket Gearbox Selector Leak Engine + Gearbox Fluid Changes Disc & Pads All Around Plugs New Wheel + Tires + Spacers Studs Engine Mount + Gearbox Mount Bunch of Cleaning etc. Just...

Something else to consider in this video to compare how similar the sound it.

The chirpy squeak from a failing thrust bearing is quite similar to the alternator sound when they are failing.

Ah okay - tricky to pick that up in the videos. As far as a squeak noise, I have seen that before when alternators are on the way out.

Are you referring to that occasional clacky sound?

Exactly, always the rear right brake caliper that causes engine or belt failure....

100% - Same with all this Renault stuff When I hear use a specialist - I think well i'm special.... When I hear use genuine locking tools - I think a coat hanger and some mole grips will be fine Pedaling and scaremongering at it's finest these days. Unreal

So the work begins on the 172 Jean Ragnotti.... Suspension is HKS coilovers on the front and on the rear Aragosta shocks with Swift springs - Interesting combo! I was going to do the belts on the car but on closer inspection they look mint so should be good for another 5 years maybe 10

Correct! That is my old Exclusive and had some exchanges with Edwin about the car and his plans. It has been very cool to see the car again and being brought back to life and shown some love. And, yes it still has my CS sticker!

@Yeti_runner I'm based in Calgary Alberta and do travel to Houston semi frequently and have some Renaults (Clio / Megane etc.) I have Renault cam locking tools for cambelt changes etc. so let me know if you are ever in need. I also have a bunch of parts stock piled and can assist with...

The next French nugget that is on it's way to Canada. It's an RS Clio 172 Jean Ragnotti Edition - Basically a 172 Cup but LHD about 300 were sold in Europe and 30 in Japan this is Number 25 of 30. Has 50,000 miles on the clock and in lovely shape.

The new daily - 2010 X-Trail GT (2.0 Turbo Diesel) 6-Speed Manual - 41,000miles (66,000 km on the clock)

I swapped the OEM ones out when I got car when I did the first service. Keep a couple of the OEM ones in the glove box just for longer trips.