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    Whats the best induction kit for the 197?

    Ok I think I'm gonna go for an ITG panel filter off ktec. Cheers boys. Gonna keep the airbox cover off till then though the sound is to addiciting.
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    Whats the best induction kit for the 197?

    Took it off and it has made a big difference! Sounds proper growly now. Thanks! Is it safe to keep the cover off though or could it cause problems?
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    Whats the best induction kit for the 197?

    Will a panel filter increase noise though?
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    Whats the best induction kit for the 197?

    Oh never heard of taking the cover off the air box before. Is it easy to do?
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    Whats the best induction kit for the 197?

    Oh I have seen alot of people say the apollo is not good for power gains :/ Will have a look at pipercross ones later.
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    Whats the best induction kit for the 197?

    Seen a video of a k&n apollo and it sounded very nice so tempted by that but have read that it makes the car lose power? I want some noise so i'd rather an induction kit than just a panel filter but whats better?
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    Exhaust manifold blowing

    Had my 197 looked at today and the exhaust manifold is blowing. Getting it repaired under the warranty next week as I've only had it 2 months. The mechanic is going to weld it, will this be ok or will it eventually start to blow again? Should I demand a new manifold? The only thing is the...
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    Car purchase warranty

    Got a 3 month waranty from the garage I got my Clio 197 from and tommorow i'm having it looked at because the exhaust is blowing and the suspension is knocking already after only 2 months of having the car. Only problem is the warranty says it only covers engine and gearbox components, and...
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    197 problems help needed!

    Got a 197 about 2 months ago now and already have a few issues. It's got a 3 month warranty so I am going to give the garage a ring tomorrow to see if they will sort the problems. Just wondering if anyone knows what the problems could be so I know what i'm saying when I ring the garage. 1...
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    Xenons/HID's

    My Clio 197 has the normal yellowish headlights. Can I just buy some xenon bulbs like these and will they fit...
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    Handbrake sticking problem

    Quite cold not freezing though
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    Handbrake sticking problem

    The past couple mornings when I lift the clutch to pull away after taking handbrake off it doesn't wanna go like the handbrake is stuck on even though its fully off. I have to rev it then it makes a clunking sound and then I'm free. Only does it when the cars been standing for hours/overnight...
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    Clean V6

    I think thats the nicest Clio i've ever seen! Absolutley gorgeous! :)
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    HID kit on Clio? Recommend it?

    I've recently got a 197 but it has normall yellowish headlights. Can I put xenon or some other bulbs in to give the more white light?
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    Modified 197's

    Recently got a 197 and love it! Apart from it drinks! Can people post pics of theres in here so I can get some ideas even if its just lowered of different alloys or whatever. Thinking of getting mine lowered and spacers and getting the alloys refurbed and in gun metal grey. Also an induction...
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    Clio 197 questions

    Ok cheers guys
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    Clio 197 questions

    Hello all picked up my 197 yesterday and love it! Just wondering if its worth getting a remap? I know it wont see huge gains but will it make it a bit more responsive and lively? And what sort of bhp gains would I see? Also whats the best induction kit to get? And whats the best product to...
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    Goodbye DCI, Hello 197!

    Have thought about lowering but have seen alot of people saying it ruins one of the best handling hot hatches handling? Would look alot better lowered with spacers though. I suppose its a question of handling or looks? Dont really need it to handle amazing as im not going to race it. So might...
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    Goodbye DCI, Hello 197!

    Used to have a dci 100 which was a very good car for the past 2 years, VERY cheap to run but always wanted a sport and have finally got one :) Don't pick it up till Saturday though and cant wait! Took it for a test drive and its so much fun to drive compared to the tractor dci and it sounds...
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    Need For Speed Most Wanted is awful!

    Not just me then lol Yeah NFS underground 2 was the best one ever. They should make an updated version of it
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    Need For Speed Most Wanted is awful!

    Does anyone else think this game is crap? I have enjoyed all the other need for speeds especially Hot Pursuit but this one seems awful. I keep crashing like 50 times in one race which is really annoying. The steering is sometimes really responsive and sometimes not, therefore keep crashing...
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    Hydraulic Engine Mount

    Im not ignoring the advice at all. I have been advised not to go to Kwik Fit - therefore I'm not going Kwik Fit. I have also been advised to find a reputable garage - found one.
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    Hydraulic Engine Mount

    Thanks for the advice but im not taking it all the way to portsmouth or glastonbury lol
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    Hydraulic Engine Mount

    http://www.mecacarservices.co.uk/index.php Does this place look ok? They seem to have good reviews and they look like they would be able to sort all my issues?
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    Hydraulic Engine Mount

    I just want to get my car running properly at a half decent garage. That includes having a service, getting new EGR valve fitted and sorting out the suspension. Where shall I take it?
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    Hydraulic Engine Mount

    Cleaned it out few months back but it's just all clogged again so I have ordered a new one.
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