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5 GT Turbo Renault 5 GT Turbo Phase 1 Full restoration from Slovenia
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DaveL485
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Its the same everywhere now, its a real struggle to find anywhere that doesnt charge an absolute fortune.
Gianni_D
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Started repairing roof headliner.
It had some rips on the top layer, so I reinforced it with a few sheets of fiberglass.
After that i decided to fully separate the actual headliner, foam layer and the top composite layer as the foam is turning into dust.
So I cleaned up everything, now just need to buy a sheet of 5mm thick foam, and glue it on. I also need to do something with the inner felt layer as its dirty, has different shades of grey because of sun,... Maybe dye it black or something like that.
It had some rips on the top layer, so I reinforced it with a few sheets of fiberglass.
After that i decided to fully separate the actual headliner, foam layer and the top composite layer as the foam is turning into dust.
So I cleaned up everything, now just need to buy a sheet of 5mm thick foam, and glue it on. I also need to do something with the inner felt layer as its dirty, has different shades of grey because of sun,... Maybe dye it black or something like that.
Solo fitted.
Didnt use face to try and fit.
You only need to spray a small amount infront of you and use a paint roller to keep flat.
DaveL485
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Gianni_D
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Thanks for the advice. Either way, I'll probably do it with my dad as I really don't want to fuck it up
After that I'm thinking of painting the headliner black as It's really dirty right now and there is no way I'll clean it off. I'm thinking of using leather-vinyl spray paint. Anyone got experience using something like that?
Today I welded the donor door holes from the plastic bumper strip. Luckily it didn't warp much and the small amount id did, it warped inside, so there will be really minimal bondo needed to straighten everything out.
After that I'm thinking of painting the headliner black as It's really dirty right now and there is no way I'll clean it off. I'm thinking of using leather-vinyl spray paint. Anyone got experience using something like that?
Today I welded the donor door holes from the plastic bumper strip. Luckily it didn't warp much and the small amount id did, it warped inside, so there will be really minimal bondo needed to straighten everything out.
I of course never bodge anything.
However, if I were I would use "regular" rattle can black for the headliner. You don't need anything fancy.
Also works well on boot parcel shelfs so I am told ..
Gianni_D
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So I glued new foam, just need to trim it next time. It holds okay but the original backing cardboard is quite wavy and not even so I will need to stretch everything once I'll glue it to the roof. Still need to glue the actual liner and paint it.
Next I visited a friend and sand blasted my front Brembos since I decided to do a full rebuild. A problem with this is that there isn't any store outside UK selling my specific dust seals.. Bummer.
Also this was waiting in the garage. Just a couple of small details and it will be complete. Full restoration.
Next I visited a friend and sand blasted my front Brembos since I decided to do a full rebuild. A problem with this is that there isn't any store outside UK selling my specific dust seals.. Bummer.
Also this was waiting in the garage. Just a couple of small details and it will be complete. Full restoration.
Gianni_D
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Yesterday I repainted the front calipers. Still need to do the new rears and then some clear coat. Also need to buy Brembo stickers for the front pair.
I have yet to buy new dust boots as they seems a bit overpriced (200 eur for 8 new ones). Need to find some other place to buy them.
I have yet to buy new dust boots as they seems a bit overpriced (200 eur for 8 new ones). Need to find some other place to buy them.
DaveL485
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I used this kit.
Front Brake Caliper Rebuild Kit For Renault Clio RS 197 200 Sport (For Brembo) | eBay
2x Front brake caliper repair kits / seals 8x Front brake caliper pistons - Anodised aluminium 4x Front brake caliper bleed nipples / screws (Mild steel) Front brake pad fitting kit / pins and spring plates Kit contains parts for two brake calipers - contents pictured Includes a Free sachet of...
www.ebay.co.uk
I can buy it, have it delivered here and send it on to you, no problem, as long as you cover the costs - plus you may have to pay import duty at your end.
Gianni_D
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thanks, I think I got the right parts on order now. We will see once they get to me.
I used this kit.
Front Brake Caliper Rebuild Kit For Renault Clio RS 197 200 Sport (For Brembo) | eBay
2x Front brake caliper repair kits / seals 8x Front brake caliper pistons - Anodised aluminium 4x Front brake caliper bleed nipples / screws (Mild steel) Front brake pad fitting kit / pins and spring plates Kit contains parts for two brake calipers - contents pictured Includes a Free sachet of...www.ebay.co.uk
I can buy it, have it delivered here and send it on to you, no problem, as long as you cover the costs - plus you may have to pay import duty at your end.ght pat
Gianni_D
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Some more work.
Firstly I have big problems with the paint. I left it to dry for a week while I was on vacation, than baked it at 180 degrees Celsius as it says on the can. After a quick spray of brake cleaner and wipe off the paint goes matte and leaves stains. I did everything as instructed but the results are horrible. Kind of don't know what to do anymore. Even bother with trying to paint a layer of clear coat hoping it will protect the paint better? The salesperson told me not to use clear coat after the paint..
Nevertheless, I bought new clutch and valve steams and brake seals finally.
Separated the gearbox and engine and cleaned it with dimer.
Started cleaning the steering rack. I have new boots to install. I will also paint the steering rack ends black.
Cleaned the lower arms, subframe, sway bar and the two more parts I don't know the name of with a wire wheel.
Also got a new front wheel hub as one of the old ones stripped the threads and ball joints + some golf 7 rear wheel bearings + hubs.
Firstly I have big problems with the paint. I left it to dry for a week while I was on vacation, than baked it at 180 degrees Celsius as it says on the can. After a quick spray of brake cleaner and wipe off the paint goes matte and leaves stains. I did everything as instructed but the results are horrible. Kind of don't know what to do anymore. Even bother with trying to paint a layer of clear coat hoping it will protect the paint better? The salesperson told me not to use clear coat after the paint..
Nevertheless, I bought new clutch and valve steams and brake seals finally.
Separated the gearbox and engine and cleaned it with dimer.
Started cleaning the steering rack. I have new boots to install. I will also paint the steering rack ends black.
Cleaned the lower arms, subframe, sway bar and the two more parts I don't know the name of with a wire wheel.
Also got a new front wheel hub as one of the old ones stripped the threads and ball joints + some golf 7 rear wheel bearings + hubs.
Gianni_D
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After all the prep I pout on 3 coats of zinc primer. Everything turned out really great.
Had to clean the masking paper that got stuck on the upper side of the subframe from the first paint coat. Stupid mistake but you live and you learn.
I have also painted the gearbox cover but can't find the picture now
In the next few days I'll do 2 or 3 layers of 2K black, change out the front bearings and start reassembling everything together.
Had to clean the masking paper that got stuck on the upper side of the subframe from the first paint coat. Stupid mistake but you live and you learn.
I have also painted the gearbox cover but can't find the picture now
In the next few days I'll do 2 or 3 layers of 2K black, change out the front bearings and start reassembling everything together.
Gianni_D
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I want to do it to the best of my abilities since the 5 is for my dad.You have a lot of patience!
All I'm missing is time
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