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Like I say, it feels great on the road was just worried about the 'dip' but by the sound of it a lot do have a slight dip and if Chip/Fred is correct the scaling isn't great so looks worse than it is? Can breath again now.

I have no invoice of any camshafts, I was asked if it had 197 camshafts though? Heard mixed reviews about the 197 camshaft in a 172 so have no idea...

I'll 'tag' him into the thread, hopefully he'll be able to shed some light on what he thinks could cause the dip. Maybe a map / RS tuner would be beneficial but would rather diagnose the problem rather than covering it up so to speak. Fred@BTM

Don't get me wrong the car goes extremely well on the road was just wondering if the 'dip' was normal. Fred at BTM did the cambelt so I would have thought that's all correct, could the cause be anything else?

Cambelt has been changed around 600 miles ago, could that have anything to do with it?

Is it normal for the 172 to have a dip in torque around 3500rpm? Not hugely noticeable on the road, I will be getting a AFR done soon so I can see exactly what is going on with the fuel mixture.

Thought I'd book the car in for a rolling road, yes I know there are huge debates for and against them but thought it would be a good base for any future engine modifications as the dyno station was only 10 minutes drive. One thing that it did show it that the torque has a dip around...

From those pictures I think it's '4' the one I'm having an issue with. It may actually be plastic but firm not typical silicone/soft. Thanks guys.

Anyone? Is it just a case of firm but gentle pressure?

Clio 172 (2002). At the back on the inlet manifold there seems to be a 'metal' hose that looks like it goes into the bulkhead? How do I remove said hose? Yes I am blonde but thought I'd ask as knowing me I'd end up breaking something. Thanks in advance guys. Also, when painting the inlet...

Any issues with the larger throttle body? Looks good!

What piece if metal are you talking about?

Lovely! Amazing!

Yes the Corbeau is a really nice seat, mine is the XL version so not as snugg fit as the Recaro was however I don't mind that.

Just picked the car back up from @MicKPM, what a great and helpful guy. Had the steering rack bush replaced, while replacing it made sense to swap to a powerflex verison. The idea is to swap as many OEM bush to new or even powerflex version as the car has now seen 78,000miles. After...

Can you not mount the seat a few cm towards the wheel. It does indeed look very 'slouched' lol. That may bring you too close to the wheel, I myself have to be around 3mm from the steering wheel as I only have little legs.

Swap the side mounts I.e put the left on the right and vice versa. That should have the seat in a more upright position. Lovely car and spec!

I use that exact item, however I use it with pH neutral snow foam. Works well, as you can adjust the ratio via the 'lance'.

If the cup has not got the leads/airbag in the front seats, what would you plug the seat leads into? Im guessing you leave them unplugged?!?!

I don't sit in the car much, let alone traffic lol. Yes I know what you're saying though.

You say that, but apart from on and off the tailor I cant see it being a huge 'bore'? However I do like the fact I would/could be future proofing it for later engine modification?!?! I'm in two minds, I guess I can mull it over the next few weeks...

You're back!! .......*whispers quietly* Whiteline. Food for thought I guess, don't mind it being pretty bad in traffic as I have used a lot worse in the past, is it worth it for 'track' purpose?

Yes, I'm aware OEM is fine. However while swapping I feel why not 'upgrade' while its being done? But as you say I'm confident a standard one is fine for most people but as i'll be swapping for piece of mind, would be silly not to look at 'improving' it if I can.

Think I'm going to swap the clutch soon. From previous cars a Helix 'Organic' was a slight step up from OEM, is this the case with the clio too? Anyone any experience with said clutch or similar? I do like the feel of OEM however I have had mega heavy clutch in previous cars but I don't see...

** I'd suggest buying a kit which includes actual DAS , Polish, wasx pads etc. Maybe not the best products on the market but you'd keep within budget Like I say tere WILL be better products than I have listed however the products I have listed would work well for 90% of people...

I did think that, however after taking the rear wheels off yesterday I found that the passenger driveshaft had sheered its bolts and obviously broke. Guessing either the bolts have been tampered with before my ownership or there was a fault else where/withinn... Anyway back onto the Clio...

Best thing to do is take it to your local specialist and go from there.

Ignition leads. From the coil pack to the spark plugs.

Sounds similar to when my leads burnt due to them being routes the wrong way going to the coil pack. Maybe worth a look?

I have the Brembo max at the moment. They do the job! I know they are three times the price but I may be tempted by the TAROX range next...