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  1. si_from_earth

    Looking for a 182

    Hi I had a 53 plate 172 a few years ago and loved it. Currently have an 03 MR2 Roadster but now looking to part ex it against a 182. What price should I be looking at? - I want one that has had the belts changed, FSH and as low milage as possible. I was looking at approx £3500 - is this...
  2. si_from_earth

    Exhaust replacement

    My exhaust has started blowing really badly today so needs replacing. I have not had chance to get underneath but sounds like its coming from the back box. Can someone tell me how a 53 plate 172 standard exhaust is put together (is it a 3 piece etc) and roughly the cost of replacing the...
  3. si_from_earth

    Brake pads/discs

    Whats a good price for the following all fitted:- -Front brake pads -Rear brake pads -Front brake discs -Obviously brake fluid bleeding/replacing All standard-not uprated. Thanks
  4. si_from_earth

    SILVER 182 M1 southbound J37

    Hiya mate You were in the middle lane when I came past-passing the Barnsley juction (37) . Yours was nice and clean - mine was filthy! :-)
  5. si_from_earth

    Timing and Aux belt

    Whats a good price for a new Timing and Aux belt fitting? I have just been quoted £460.. Thanks Si PS-I have 53 plate 172 with 33k on the clock!
  6. si_from_earth

    Service due - help!

    Hi I have a 53 plate 172 which has done 33k. It's last service was on 22k and I need it doing in next 2 weeks (as am off work). I have emailed RS Tuning in Leeds but had no reply so wondering if anyone knows anywhere decent in Yorkshire. I also need the Aux belt replacing/brakes checking...
  7. si_from_earth

    SKY PLUS reconditioned boxes

    HAs anyone else had problems with their SKY Plus Box? Ours went out of warrenty last Jan and suprise suprise the box f**ked up a week later (after Sky had called us asking if we wanted extra warrenty!). Anyway, after numerous phone calls they sent an engineer who replaced the box with a...
  8. si_from_earth

    Tyre issue

    Hi recently changed from a set of 4 worn Continental tyres. I made the mistake of trying to save some cash so bought 4 new Hancooks (£280). I am unhappy with the grip these provide and wondered if I would feel the difference if I just swapped the front ones with some quality rubber such as...
  9. si_from_earth

    How much is my 172 worth?

    I am possibly thinking of selling my 172 and wondered how much £ I might get:- Its on a 53 plate in Monaco blue Has done 30k FSH Totally standard except for a K&N panel filter 4 new tyres 2 weeks ago Mint condition 10 months MOT I will get it fully serviced Any ideas?..I paid £7k for it 3...
  10. si_from_earth

    Servicing your Clio

    My 172 is due a service and I've decided to do it myself. I was just wondering how far you go when it comes to servicing (ie what exactly you do). It will be the cars 3rd service and has just done 30k (last service was in Jan at 22k). I was thinking flushing oil and replacing with Mobile 1...
  11. si_from_earth

    195/45/16 Hancook tyres?

    HANKOOK not HANCOOK..sorry What are these tyres like as just been offered some new one at a good price? I know they won't be as good as Dunlop/Michelin etc but does anyone know what they are like?
  12. si_from_earth

    Steering knock

    Sometime when I reverse slowly with nearly full lock on I get a knock from the front wheels..What needs looking at?..
  13. si_from_earth

    Tapping on top end

    I have had my 53 plate 172 for a couple of months now and don't drive it hard. I am paranoid about engine noise at the best of times but noticed yesterday that all of a sudden the top end of the engine sounds slightly rattly/tappety. It only has 29500 miles on the clock (with full service...
  14. si_from_earth

    New tyre deals

    Hi I need 4 new tyres - 195/45/16 for my 172 and want to know if anyone knows a place that is doing deals? I was thinking of Pirelli P Zero..What do you reckon? I was looking at about £65 per corner if poss.
  15. si_from_earth

    Remap?

    Could someone tell me what a remap is/does? Also please explain how to/what resetting the ECU does? I am fitting a K&N panel filter this week and taking the acoustic valve out from the end of the standard CAF. My idle is lumpy and when stood still I am getting a kind of popping from what...
  16. si_from_earth

    Interior light fan buzzing

    Does anyone know where I can get a replacement fan that sits within the interior light fitting as the buzzing is driving me mad. Cheers
  17. si_from_earth

    Fuel tank capacity

    Does anyone know the fuel tank capacity on a 172?
  18. si_from_earth

    Resetting ECU

    I have heard a few comments flying about about resetting your ECU by disconnecting the battery for 30 mins. What exactly does this do? I am curious as my idle is not very stable and seems quite low. Would resetting the ECU sort this? Any nasty side affects to be aware of?
  19. si_from_earth

    Which web site to order K&N from

    Does anyone know a decent web site where I can order a K&N panel filter from?..I am looking to get it delivered within a few days..Can anyone recommend a company please?
  20. si_from_earth

    Cold Air Feed

    Hi I am fitting a K&N element in the original airbox. I am also going to remove the acoustic valve. My question is - do i remove all the existing cold air feed from the valve right upto the airbox and replace this with a better one?.If so, does the diameter of the pipe matter?.Also does the...
  21. si_from_earth

    REVS

    How strong is the 172 ph2 engine and gearbox? The reason I ask is that I rarely rev it over 4500rpm. I have heard that there is a green light for changing gear - whats that about? If I drove my 172 (mine has 29k on the clock) up to 5500rpm in each gear all the time would it knacker the...
  22. si_from_earth

    Panel filter

    Do performance panel filters that fit in the existing OEM airbox sound any louder or give extra performance?
  23. si_from_earth

    Extra insurance premium for mods

    I am 35 and have just been quoted an extra £135 by my insurance company if I install an induction kit. what a laugh!
  24. si_from_earth

    Induction

    Are the K&N Gen2 kits any good? Is the air duct easy to fit or do you have to take the wheel arch lining out? I am not bothered about power gains mainly noise and looks. Thanks
  25. si_from_earth

    BMC or Simota

    Hi Which induction kit sounds the best.. BMC or Simota? As I plan to buy one next weekend?
  26. si_from_earth

    Where can I buy a closed induction kit?

    I am in West Yorkshire and want to know where I can go and buy a closed induction kit "off the shelf" rather than have it posted? Looking for either BMC, Simota, K&N Apollo or Pipercross Viper. Do they do all 4 of these for a 53 plate 172? Which is easiest to fit?
  27. si_from_earth

    Rear wiper blade part number

    Does anyone know the part number for Ph2 172 rear wiper blade please?
  28. si_from_earth

    Torx 30 for engine cover?

    Before I buy one can someone confirm that it is a Torx 30 that fits the engine cover. Cheers Si
  29. si_from_earth

    172 induction..which one?

    I am wanitng a closed induction kit and need some help. Do I buy a Pipercross Viper, K&N Apollo, BMC or Simota? Do K&N do the "Typoon" for a 53 plate 172? I want noise AND also power. I hear the Apollo loses power. Tell me of your experiences please. Thanks
  30. si_from_earth

    Engone cover replacement

    I am wanting to remove the engine cover in order to check my brake fluid but non of my tools fit. What type do I need, where can I get one? Thanks
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