Recent content by Nyall

Currently rebuilding my Clio, when it’s all put back together for the summer I shall be booking in with you for sure!

With Ph1 172 driveshafts no longer being available, has anyone had a crack at rebuilding theirs? Currently have both shafts off the Clio, original Renault units and even original Renault stamped CV boots, however, they are beginning to deteriorate and need replacing. CVJs have no play and seem...

Spotted a Monaco Blue 172 with black Williams Speedlines. Was parked up in the Budgens garage at Dunball Roundabout around 20:15. Anyone off here?

TPIs will rust eventually, my set have. Couple of bolts ended up stuck in the 17mm socket when removing wheels the other day. They will probably clean up and be fine, but I’m converting to studs for ease. Do love the look of the polarised bolts though.

Well, they arrived. Nothing remarkable, just a set of spanners that will get the job jobbed. Reading through this thread has inspired me to sort out my toolboxes though (and spend money) 😅

Only snag with the Halfords Advanced combi set is the range, only goes up to 19mm. Ideally need a 21mm in there too. Went for the Sealey Premier set in the end, 6mm through to 22mm, all for £28 delivered and a lifetime guarantee.

Lads, I’m on the hunt for a metric combi spanner set, something half decent, any recommendations? Looking at a Sealey set (6-22mm) and a Nielsen set (6-32mm) on eBay... £28.10 and £29.99 respectively. What are peoples’ thoughts on Nielsen stuff, good or no?

This thread really makes me want another RB 182. Anyone wanna buy my Volvo?!

Pretty sure the F4R doesn't like Castrol stuff, or so I've heard on here, not that I've used it myself. Fuchs Titan Race Pro S 5W-40 in my Clio.

You shouldn't really keep a torque wrench preloaded. Over time it will ruin the workings inside and render the tool less accurate. As an aircraft engineer we're told never to do this, always zero the tool after use!

Very nice @Dr Jekyll I do love an RB, seeing yours makes me want another one! Good luck with it dude, I shall be following the progress thread!

Personally, I use Fuchs Titan Race Pro S 5W-40 supplied by Opie Oils, very reputable oil experts, and only 20 minutes away from me! I know some others play around with the weight/viscosity of their engine oils...

The size of those calipers!

Have you got it advertised on Auto Trader etc? I would personally leave the price where it is, for now. If people show interest, and make you an offer then they will low ball you, it's human nature as everyone wants a good deal. You want to compensate for this, so keep the price on the higher...

Looks great @Dr Jekyll and you wouldn't look at it and think it's been lowered, very subtle drop but suits it perfectly. GLWS, very good ad actually, very detailed! One thing I would suggest, has it had the cambelt done? If it has then add that into the advert. The cambelt on these 2.0D's are...