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So I got allot done on the car last week.
First thing I got done was the timing belt and dephaser pulley.
Wasn't as bad as everyone made out. While I was there I replaced all the engine mounts and uprated the dogbone with the powerflex kit.
next thing I did was change the plugs. I found...
So finally got to the bottom of it! I bought a cheap temp sensor from ebay and that didn't work it made the gauge read cooler!!!!! So i then decided to buy a genuine one from Renault and now the temp gauge is spot on and i have the extra revs! :D
Also have had some new parts delivered!
Cant...
So i replaced the temperature sensor today but still have an issue with the rev limiter
When i sit in traffic for a bit the temp goes up and the rev limiter will go up for a short period until the car cools down a bit after i get moving.
Hear is pic of the temp gauge when i am getting the...
Perfect. Cheers for that, was really bugging me. Its not the same car without the revs.
Ill have a look at the back shocks on Saturday to see if they are seeping. Possibly thinking of doing a few track days so might invest in something a bit firmer!
Also meant to ask about the rev limiter. I know the car gives you an extra 1000revs once heated up. The thermostat now goes to mid way but i am still not getting my extra revs all of the time! Any ideas what the cause could be? Cheers.
Hi,
I'm new to the forum and thought i would start a project thread so i could get some feedback on the car and maybe some ideas for future mods!
I have just bought my first Clio and its my first Renault. Always liked the 172 cup and decided that my Subaru had spent enough of my money on fuel...
Gutted. Just read this for the first time and thought i would be sure to see the finished article! Car is epic. Will be great to see the finished article! keep up the good work!