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When I press Read ECU, I get a message "Could not obtain security access to ECU. Invalid VCI licence, please unlock VCI first"
It was a new unit and I have sent the screen shots to Henk and received the above back.
This is what I received from Henk.
"1) Read the reprogramming instructions FIRST !2) Backup your ECU configuration if applicable.
3) Backup your original .cal with the 'read cal' function.
4) Do not attempt to reprogram the ECU in freezing conditions.
First update your ECU software to...
A bit of a thread revival, but the hex nuts that attach the spacers to the hub, there is no way of torquing these up?? Am I correct in saying this isn't ideal? Any likelyhood of coming loose?
Christopher. Really pleased you're enjoying it. I'll keep a keen eye on your project thread. It would be good to catch up again with it, maybe whilst at Goodwood over the summer.
Personally, for the rarity of the car I think standard is the way forward. I wouldn't buy one that had coilovers etc. same for a sunflower or LY. If I was prepared to do that I'd likely have kept the 182 and sold the 172 and therefore done the semi track prep on it and tracked it.
The rarity of...
My understanding is you can't add camber bolts to standard shocks and tyre wear will be even on lowered springs. I'm sure someone else will be along soon to confirm.
Lawro Do you have links to the parts that aren't genuine Renault parts? Or approx costs of the below items?
Powerflex Wishbone Bushes
Powerflex Inner ARB Bushes
Powerflex Outer ARB Bushes
Lemforder Ball Joints
Genuine Track Rod Ends
Genuine Inner Tie Rods
Genuine Steering Rack Bushes
Looking for some advice. I'm really not technical so please don't talk too technical.
I have a 172 (non cup) with FK Konigsports coilovers, K-Tec solid top mounts, Vibratechnics engine and gearbox mount, uprated dog bone mount.
What suspension components are required to change to keep the car...
This really does pain me to say this. The car sold tonight to the very first viewer. :dapprove: :dapprove: Hardly surprised. A deposit has changed hands and collection on Saturday evening. :dapprove: Makes me wonder if I sold it too cheap but Im not greedy. Just looking for a win win for all...
Pot, kettle and all that!
I need the cash really and pointless keeping things that don't get used. You're doing the same currently for the same reason.