172 cam refitting questions

[mark123]

Just about to fit some second hand cams to my 172, I have a few questions about the procedure. I've got the Renault tech note, so most of it is clear.

What do people use to seal the cam cover, the technote refers to "loctite 518" WTF is that? And how do people put it on - roller?

Any where other (cheaper) than Renault to buy the cam pulley immobilising tools 1509 and 1509-01 (£80).

Do I need, as the tech note suggests, a new nut, bolt and blanking cover for the cam pulleys?

When I've fitted new cams before I got a sachet of some stuff to lube them up until the oil got there on startup. These cams aren't new, so will a bit of oil do?

Thanks

 

[Fred@BTM]

blob of oil on each carrier

Silicone based sealant - Loctite black etc, make sure its not the non solidifying stuff

you can borrow my tools if you pay postage and promise not to damage them

 

[mark123]

Thanks. I'll give you a PM when I need them.

 

[Dangerous_dave]

sorry to hijack but i also just bought some uprated cams.

Would you recommend changing anything else i.e followers / springs etc?

as i asked the question of ktec and they just change the camshaft and thats it...
will do cambelt at same time i think.


Cheers

 

[Mark One]

What do people use to seal the cam cover, the technote refers to "loctite 518" WTF is that? And how do people put it on - roller?

A nice thin bead of sealant and be sure to go round the inside of bolt holes.

 

[mark123]

It depends on the cams...

sorry to hijack but i also just bought some uprated cams.

Would you recommend changing anything else i.e followers / springs etc?

as i asked the question of ktec and they just change the camshaft and thats it...
will do cambelt at same time i think.


Cheers