tappet shim source in usa?

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tappet shim source in usa?

Post by n xntrx volvo » 12 Jun 2006 01:34 am

k, after all the hard work from james, i've got a set of 340 (f2n) tappets in my 16vt. one problem, cant find a source for shims in the usa. any idea on sources or other cars that have the 31.5mm dia tappet shims?
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Post by pettaw » 12 Jun 2006 07:34 pm

I would try Renault as the B172K engine is a modified Renault design.

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Post by n xntrx volvo » 13 Jun 2006 03:05 am

only problem is renaults havent been sold here in almost 20 years, so the support network has long disappeared. maybe i'll get lucky.

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Post by foggyjames » 17 Jun 2006 01:29 am

Well talk to a Renault dealer over here then ;) If you need to get stuff shipped here, give me a shout and I'll forward it on.

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