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Yesterday I came up behind a TVR Chimera (or whatever its correct name is, please correct me), nice little motor in silver. Anyway, it looks like were both going the same direction and Im keeping pace with him although, were not doing anything hectic. We get to a set of lights which have just...

I sent an email to one of the top motor engineering firms in SA and asked them for some quotes on a stage one and 2. I then asked them if they would be able to source and fit throttle bodies to the car. This is their reply hi robin. the following I can offer you: -programmable computer...

Left for work this morning on the first cold morning of the year for me. The clock was showing 4 degrees and once the car was warmed up it was such a pleasure to drive. The car was just so alive and responsive. I think Im going to love winter. Who woulda thought that the difference between 4...

I was very impressed with the 30,000km service done to my car yesterday. Dropped the car off at the dealer at just before 7am and was met by one of the salesmen who I have dealt with before and was offered coffee while I waited for my lift to arrive. Booked the car in and asked them to check...

What should i be paying for front pads on a mk1 172. Ive been told 74 quid for parts and labour. Am I being ripped?

I was just thinking about something. Add an induction kit / easier breathing filter and a free flow exhaust to a 172 without a chip and the car runs lean. I might be wrong but this is because the std. ECU doesnt have the range to cater for the increased air throughput, so the fuel isnt...

Well after much stressing, worrying, and fearing that Id lose my baby after being retrenched, I just got a phonecall today to inform me that the last minute interview I went to on thursday afternoon was successful and Ill be starting immediately as a MIS Data Analyst for Capital One and as such...

Since losing my work contract last month Ive had to come to the realisation that I have to sell my beloved 172. Im really really sad about this as the car was going great and I was intending on keeping her for a good few years. I was down at the Renault dealer yesterday but they are no help...

Hey all, Just a quick note to say Im still around, although the lack of a PC at home and spending my time looking for a new job is keeping me off the forums. Hope all is going well and hopefully soon Ill be back. ps. Spotted a Williams down here in South Africa which nearly caused me to...

Does anyone know which wire connecting to the HU is for auto dimming the HU display when the headlights are turned on? Thanks

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Ok well the new head unit is in (Just need an antenae adapter for it as the renault one dont fit). What Im after now if getting the sound right because the standard speakers are not great. Any ideas of where to from here with regard to replacing the door speakers, and possibly a small sub.

Okay, Ive just gotten home with my new Pioneer DEH-740MP and pulled out the Renault HU and..............The connectors are NOT compatable! :o Not a problem Ive done installs before and all I have to do is splice the new HUs connector to the 172s wiring and Ill be done. :D Only problem I have...

Which is the quicker car? the 110kW A3 or the 141kW Toyota?

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Over the last few days my car has started developing a habit or erratic idle, not starting first time, every time, and the Trip computer is reseting itself everytime I turn off the car. Is this the ECU? Do I need a new one or just a software upgrade? or is there another problem? I want to...

WOW, Ive just been for a quick hoon with some guys from a local Car magazine forum and what a blast. While it was my first time on a track, the feel of screaming round a long bend, slam on brakes for a tight hairpin and then scream back round the hairpin again, down the hill, slam on brakes...

According to Auto Express the legendary British tuning specialist John Cooper Works is developing this high-performance MINI. This super Cooper is even approved by BMW and it will probably sell like hot cakes when it becomes available in the UK next year. The upgrade kit will enhance the...

Does the 172 have a hydraulic clutch?

I went down to a local sound place and asked about their mp3 head units. Lowest Price - R2300.00 (242 quid) for a JVC KD785 Next up the price range - R4800.00 (363 quid) for the Pioneer DEH-740MP Then there were Kenwoods, some more JVC and a few others for over R7000.00 (530 quid) This...

Ok I think Ive decided on the Pioneer DEH-7400MP HU for my 172. Just a few questions. Will I need to get a wiring harness to fit the HU or is it ISO standard and will just plug straight into the car? Thanks

Maybe its just me...:cry: Maybe its the 93 octane fuel and 1500m altitude...:( Maybe I got a dud car...:o ...but my mk1 172 isnt the monster I always imagined it to be.:sleep: Look I can get wheelspin in second, Ive toasted modified Honda Civic Vtecs (admit it wasnt a R-type but simply the...

Im looking at maybe getting a MP3 capable HU for my car and I think Ive narrowed it down to two. Either the Pioneer DEH-7400MPhttp://www.bsscc.co.za/images/pioneer/bdehp7450mp.jpg or JVC KD-SH909Rhttp://www.bsscc.co.za/images/jvc/bkdsh909r.jpg The prices are amost the same so it comes...

Will I have any problems by decatting my standard mk1 172?

Ive currently got these on my mk1 172205/45 16" http://www.mintys.com/images/mags/267.jpg I was thinking of swapping for these 195/50 15" http://www.tsw.at/tsw/felgen/hockenheim-r/hockr_1.jpg What do you reckon? http://members.fortunecity.com/viceroy1/hocks.jpg

Does anyone have any official renault 1/4 mile figures as well as various overtaking figures for the mk1 172? specifically 80-120km/h in 4th and 120-160km/h in 4th.

What are the mechanical differences between the mk1 and mk2 172 engines, gear boxes ,etc thanks

ok, lets say youre cruising along at 60km/h (37mph) in 4th and you wanna boot it for whatever reason. Do you drop into 3rd and boot? Do you drop into 3rd, then 2nd then boot? Do you drop into 2nd then boot? Im just asking because if i drop from 4th to 3rd at that speed and boot it, Im...

I know this should really be in the "Off Topic" section but I thought most of the readers of the technical section would appreciate this. For those who have had the pleasure of using a Haynes manual for their car: Haynes Manual Translation Haynes: Rotate anticlockwise. Translation: Clamp...

What do you guys think of poineer speakers. I was thinking of getting some components for the front and some 2-way for the rear. Im planning on getting a Pioneer head unit and Ive always believed in matching HU to amp & speakers