clio 172 ph2 timing

[Matty-MJZ]

What all tools is needed to time a 172 and where would I get them thanks in advance guys

 

[Adam G]

Take it to a specialist, cheaper in the long run unless you intend doing more

 

[Mar172]

The locking tools are not cheap by the time you have paid for them and the two belt kits it would not be any cheaper , on a DIY

 

[bentley1]

Hi new on here I got the tools from snap on they were AST I get all my timing tools from snap on as they do not bend unlike the cheaper ones I read a few bits on here regarding timing belt replacement its not a dark science if you do it right ,no mechanic should have a use for tipex

 

[MartinR]

A simple search would have been easier

 

[Cupman29]

Hi new on here I got the tools from snap on they were AST I get all my timing tools from snap on as they do not bend unlike the cheaper ones I read a few bits on here regarding timing belt replacement its not a dark science if you do it right ,no mechanic should have a use for tipex

Part of the procedure from Renault is to use tipex.

 

[Dan@SJM]

Hi new on here I got the tools from snap on they were AST I get all my timing tools from snap on as they do not bend unlike the cheaper ones I read a few bits on here regarding timing belt replacement its not a dark science if you do it right ,no mechanic should have a use for tipex

Having looked at the AST ones. They're shite compared to the genuine ones.

 

[Dominic172]

Part of the procedure from Renault is to use tipex.

When do they use tipex... Isn't it fully locked up? Its not like you can mark up the crank sprocket cause its not key-way'd.
Just curious

 

[hipwell]

A simple search would have been easier

Shoot me down if you like, I know its a common question but a simple answer would have Took about the same amount of time to type as 2 posts saying you need to search.

 

[Canary172]

Shoot me down if you like, I know its a common question but a simple answer would have Took about the same amount of time to type as 2 posts saying you need to search.

If you're aware that it's a common question then would you not think that it's likely to have been answered already?

http://www.cliosport.net/forum/show...-about-cambelt-change&highlight=cambelt+tools

Took me very little time to find that thread - see a few posts down

 

[MartinR]

It was a simple answer:S

 

[MG cup]

Phone Adam @ Renault Autoworld he will be cheaper.

I got a full gates timing belt kit this week for £70, cam pulley locking tool and spare gear £70, cam horseshoe/crank pin were £40 from eBay in a kit, £15 for an aux belt on Cup. That's £195 fitted and then you can sell on tools if you want, I would recomend doing cam seals definately and maybe dephaser depending on mileage.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/SALE-WHIL...t=UK_Hand_Tools_Equipment&hash=item53ed16863f

Good quality and comparable to the Renault ones I have seen, I would advise to buy the Renault cam pulley tool though. Search ebay for F4R tool and you'll see.

 

[Cupman29]

When do they use tipex... Isn't it fully locked up? Its not like you can mark up the crank sprocket cause its not key-way'd.
Just curious

Once the belt is on and tensioned the belt is rotated two full revolutions. The tipex marks are to ensure it goes back to where is started.

 

[Fred@BTM]

^not needed

 

[Cupman29]

Just what they say in the manual.

 

[Fred@BTM]

aye if you read the french one you'll realise theres several mistakes in the english version LOL!

 

[Cupman29]

Can't speak French so it could be saying anything to me lol.

 

[Fred@BTM]

i can just about blag my way through! merde, poutan etc etc

 

[Cupman29]

i can just about blag my way through! merde, poutan etc etc

Ha :lolup:

Might stretch that far too actually.

 

[Matty-MJZ]

Well thanks anyway guys to those who were helpful