172 Cup - engine squeal/squeak over 6k

[Henry]

Hi,

Picked up my 172 Cup yesterday and can already tell it's going to be great fun to run.

I've started picking up on things that I want to look into though; the first being a squeaking/squealing noise (fan belt stylee) at over 6,000rpm.

It only does it at full throttle - if I pull it past 6k using part throttle, it doesn't do it.

Has anyone any ideas? I know it's really difficult to diagnose engine noises without hearing them first hand - just wondering if anyone has experienced similar - ?

Failing that, can anyone recommend a good specialist in the South West!?

Thanks

 

[edde]

Has it had its cambelt done/is it due?

Sounds like a tensioner issue more than anaything.

 

[Henry]

Thanks

It's a '52 with 30k on the clock, so is due. I wondered if it might be cam belt related.

I'll be easing off somewhat until I can have someone listen to it and give me a firm diagnosis.

It came from a dealer so I've the statutory three month warranty. Will look into it ASAP and see what needs to be done. Typical luck!

 

[edde]

Yep most likly Belt under renault service rules should be done at 5 years or 72k whichevers first so IMO get it done ASAP.