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So it had its belts, water pump and dephaser done on Tuesday, engine for sure a lot quieter so think the dephaser was on its way out
Had some time today so it was engine and gearbox oil change. think the gearbox oil was ready for a change as it came out brown.........
Then for a creative and...
Thanks for the tip appreciated l, did wonder about that as the new one once on looked well loaded and pulled down.
Was considering using the old mount I took off to to make a powerflex one as they sell the block that fits in the frame
So got some time yesterday and with track day planned for Nov it was time to start some service work
Brake fluid change and think it was original from the colour......... quite nice you can get to the back bleed point with the wheels still on
Then for the new rear box hanger as new unfitted...
Hi all
Newbie to site and loving all the info available so thought would share my 172 Ph1 progress after getting the car earlier this month
75k from new, registered Sep 2000 so 17 years old, with good history and seems all original apart from some yellow springs that seem to have lowered it...
Wish they were a bit closer, looking at Mick site Smiths renault were not that far off for all in when I add up full lot
Diamond = 530 + water pump 120 + acc pulley 128 = 778
Called renault back and they dropped to 820 for the full works
Thanks for all the info
Hi
Getting car this week but needs belts doing
Smiths of peterborough just quoted me 850 for cam and aux belt, water pump and new tensioner, I asked for the cost split out and they said 50/50
Just had look and can get parts delivered for 325, not adding up to me, have i got the parts right?
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Hi all
Will be getting a ph1 172 this week, 75k couple of owners good history. Will get some photos up soon
Have some maintenance questions will drop them into the engine section, great forum with lots of info great work!
Super speedy members pack also, very nice:smile:
G Hut