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    What do you reckon

    Been wondering for ages about what to do about my engine. Toyed with the idea of a transplant so many times now, but if I am realistic I cant afford £2000 plus in one go. So I was thinking of tuning the existing engine a bit, I know it will never be rapid, but just make it a bit quicker...
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    BenR

    Just wanted to know if you are still doing port matched manifolds for a 1.4 sp clio? Let me know mate B_Parfitt@hotmail.com Cheers
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    BenR

    Just wanted to know if you are still doing port matched manifolds for a 1.4 sp clio? Let me know mate B_Parfitt@hotmail.com Cheers
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    Conversion prices

    How much would I be looking at in labour charges for someone to replace my 1.4 with a 1.8 or 2.0 16v? I have tried contacting Nick Hill countless times but to no response.
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    Conversion prices

    How much would I be looking at in labour charges for someone to replace my 1.4 with a 1.8 or 2.0 16v? I have tried contacting Nick Hill countless times but to no response.
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    How does a 206 GTi compare to a 172

    Just wondered coz there is a chance I might be getting one. Oh by the way, no 1.2/1.4 16v t***s who think they can keep up with real fast cars need respond.
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    How does a 206 GTi compare to a 172

    Just wondered coz there is a chance I might be getting one. Oh by the way, no 1.2/1.4 16v t***s who think they can keep up with real fast cars need respond.
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    FAO Nick Read or anyone else up to scratch with N20

    Just wanted to know how the plate system works, for cars with carbs rather than injection? Is it as reliable/safe/powerful/upgradeable as the N20 injection systems? Cheers for any info
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    FAO Nick Read or anyone else up to scratch with N20

    Just wanted to know how the plate system works, for cars with carbs rather than injection? Is it as reliable/safe/powerful/upgradeable as the N20 injection systems? Cheers for any info
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    New 206 RC

    I have just been in one and oh my god does this thing shift. I currently have a summer job at the Peugeot plant in Ryton. I had seen a couple of these being checked over and tested. Today at work someone I know was driving one around the plant so I jumped in. It was difficult to...
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    Saxo VTS

    Thought this might get a bit of attention. Basically what do people think of this car? I want a new car and it has to be fast coz I am absolutely fed up of being whooped by d1ckheads in Vectra V6s and the like. I know its not a 172 (but I cant afford one and the VTS has free insurance)...
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    New 206 RC

    I have just been in one and oh my god does this thing shift. I currently have a summer job at the Peugeot plant in Ryton. I had seen a couple of these being checked over and tested. Today at work someone I know was driving one around the plant so I jumped in. It was difficult to...
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    Saxo VTS

    Thought this might get a bit of attention. Basically what do people think of this car? I want a new car and it has to be fast coz I am absolutely fed up of being whooped by d1ckheads in Vectra V6s and the like. I know its not a 172 (but I cant afford one and the VTS has free insurance)...
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    Anyone ever raced a Rover 600

    Was coming home the other day and joining the motorway from a big, fast island. This Rover 600 (dunno what engine etc) came racing round and belted it past a calibra 16v that was caning it. Dont know much about these cars but jees this one was fast. Just wondered if anyone knew anything...
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    Anyone ever raced a Rover 600

    Was coming home the other day and joining the motorway from a big, fast island. This Rover 600 (dunno what engine etc) came racing round and belted it past a calibra 16v that was caning it. Dont know much about these cars but jees this one was fast. Just wondered if anyone knew anything...
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    Exhaust from a mk2 fit a mk1

    I have a 1997 clio (phase 3) and was wondering if anyone knew how different the exhaust system on a mk2 clio is from mine? Would it be a real hassle trying to get one to fit? Its just that remus do a tasty twin exit backbox, but only for the mk2 clio. If not I will have to go to...
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    Attention all mk2 172 owners!

    In case (like me) you dont check the wanted forum very often, please read my thread on there because I want your wheels! Thanks Ben
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    Attention all mk2 172 owners!

    In case (like me) you dont check the wanted forum very often, please read my thread on there because I want your wheels! Thanks Ben
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    How wide are standard 16 172 alloys

    The ones off the latest model. Also do you think they would fit/look good on a phase 3 1.4 RT? cheers
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    How wide are standard 16 172 alloys

    The ones off the latest model. Also do you think they would fit/look good on a phase 3 1.4 RT? cheers
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    Help with 16s on a non-16v

    Cant decide what size wheels to go for. I know 15s with a 195/45 tyre would be pretty much the same rolling diameter as what Ive got now. (165/60/14) Except for the extra width. But I shouldnt have any trouble with scrubbing even after I slam it. On the other hand every time I am about to...
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    2 quick questions

    1.) What is the Renault paint code for Williams Blue? 2.) Will 6.5x16" Alloys fit on an RT? What drop would be best to go for and what arch mods might be necessary? Cheers all
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    Torsion bar!

    Taking my car in to ripspeed this week to have the torsion bar lowered and front springs fitted. The guy quoted me £45 per hour and said it would take between 1-2 hours depending on how siezed up the torsion bar was. As I am a mechanical dumbass, I was wondering if someone could explain...
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    KYB shocks

    Anyone got these? Carnoisseur do them and they seem pretty good value for money. Just wondered what the ride is like. At the moment my suspension is standard but I have got a pair od Spax 35mm springs which are going on this week as well as torsion bar coming down a click. Ive heard the...
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    Anyone with 195/50/15 tyres on a pre-98 clio

    Just wondering if theres any chance you could let me have a pic of your car and see how it looks? Also is your car lowered/how much by? Thanks for any help I really appreciate it. Ben
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    Help with setting up amp levels

    Okay Ive just about finished my boot install and thankfully everything is working ok. The problem is I dont know how to set up my amplifier levels/gains to work most effectively and was hoping somebody might be able to help me do this. Below is all the info about my system: Head unit 3 x...
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    Ideal tyre profile

    For a 1997 RT running 15" alloys? Would it be: 195/45/15 195/50/15 something else? thanks
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    Anyone with a fast road cam on their 1.4

    What differences did it make and was it worth the money? cant decide whether to mod my engine a bit more seriously or leave it and either sell the car for a faster one at a later date, or get a transplant.
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    Mirrors

    What mirrors do you reckon would suit a phase 3 clio? I dont want M3 coz they have been done to death. Was thinking about DTM style ones. What do you think about the mirrors indicator lights in them? Also do you think carbon fibre effect or body colour? (The car is Williams blue)...
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    Styling advice needed please

    2 questions. Firstly can anybody tell me where to get a decent bee sting style aerial? I want a black one so it looks factory only shorter. I have got one of those alloy short stubby things from demon tweaks but the radio reception was always really crap and now the thing has corroded and...
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