Recent content by Tomo3292

if your a member theres a good guide, in the guides part of the forum. Really in depth and should cover everything you need

I assume you mean look the camshafts in place using the horseshoe tool

having some dramas with the timing of the engine. all parts and tools genuine Renault and have done this timing belt 4 times before without any issues. I have currently rebuilt the track car engine, and having dramas setting the camshafts. The inlet seems to spring back, and the timing tool...

How much polycarb did you get mate. I'm going to do the same.

@Coops Mk1 any Ideas where I can just the bolts and cam stud

Gents I am after some advice regarding 197 cams. I have installed them fitted new cam seals also, however I need to know if the exhaust cam dowel and dephaser retaining bolt are all the same as 172 before I purchase them. Thanks in advance

Gents hit a bit of a problem. I have bought a genuine dephaser and cam seal kit however the bolt that's meant to hold the dephaser into the cam is too small in diameter. I've never seen this before. Anyone able to shine some light on the issue

yeah pal new seals are on

@JamesBryan cheers pal done a few before but couldn't remember

doing the timing tomorrows gents and cant remember if there is a spacer that goes behind the dephaser pulley as it looks like it has contact with the cam seal??

that tom wood gets about mind you. and Nathan you need a Millington, the way you drive lol

Cheers pal I'll check tomorrow

Gents good afternoon. I am currently rebuilding the engine and have a drama with the sump gasket. I have been sent one that does not fit. Are there differences between the 172/182 versions.

gents after some advice really. I have a proline brake line kit, however they weep at the joints. So hence I have been unable to complete the full bleeding process. Just a generic question revolving how tight they need to be. Im guessing its as easy as just nipping them up tighter, but im...

Gwbts anyone know where I can get a hold of some cylinder head dowels. Or even the size of them?? Thanks in advance