ClioSport.net

Register a free account today to become a member!
Once signed in, you'll be able to participate on this site by adding your own topics and posts, as well as connect with other members through your own private inbox!

Search results

  1. C

    Connecting...

    an amp to the standard 172 cd/radio player. Is it alot of work?? I got full wiring kit and going to get specialist to fit it but just want to know how hard it is so i know how much to expect.
  2. C

    pic request for...

    clio 172's or others with 17" wheels lowered 40mm/60mm or any other setup. thanks
  3. C

    lowering

    I have 17" wheels on at the mo and looks a bit high. As everyone will tell me the handling will be s**t lol so will lowereing 40mm help it? If i was to lower 40mm. Could I just buy springs? or would i need new shocks? will 40mm make it a harsh ride to what i have now. Thought about 60mm but...
  4. C

    Cleaning silver

    WHats the best way to clean silver 172? What order wash, clay, wax?
  5. C

    idle problem

    This morning went to start car but didnt start up first time! second time was fine. I also noticed for the first 2 mins it was idling just over 1000 revs when normally it under. But then it was fine. Is this bad? I'll see if it keeps doing it and if so i'll take it into garage.
  6. C

    cancel insurance

    I paid my insurance for the corsa in one go and runs out november. I want to cancel it and wondered whether i'll get money back. will i be charged?
  7. C

    Creaking noise?

    When stood still or driving 5mph, the wheel creaks when tuning it? Why is this?
  8. C

    Gutted!!

    I have 17" wheels on clio 172 but when i have 2 people in back it rubs. so went to body garage to see how much it will be to roll the back 2 arches and the last time they did it they charged 100 quid for all 4 arches on my corsa b. However its going to be 240 quid for the back 2 arches!!!! As...
  9. C

    Quick Question

    Wondered. When the red light comes up when fuel is low. How many miles on average is usually remaining??
  10. C

    Arches

    I got 17" wheels with the standard 172 suspension but when i have 2 people in back it rubs loads. What is involved with arch work on a 172? Is it just sanding the lip? Is it really bad for the car when it rubs?
  11. C

    Got new 172!

    Mk2 Phase 2 clio 172. It's amazing lol. especially as my last and only car has been a corsa b 1.2 8v lol. so this is luxury to me lol. Has full exhaust system and sounds mint. Ues up alot more petrol though so i will need to start driving below 3000 revs all time soon. Just wondered. To check...
  12. C

    sorry guys

    Just want to ask an ICE question as it takes like a day for answers in ICE section. I'm after a wiring kit for my 400watt rms amp/sub. Is it true the lower the gauge the better it is ie the cable thicker giving better quality. if so then How come...
  13. C

    Pic request please

    Don't know if this would look good but clio 172 phase 2 mk 2 silver with white wheels? Any pics
  14. C

    Wiring Kits

    Whats a decent wiring kit to power an amp for a sub. 500watts rms. There is so many? http://caraudiosecurity.com/shop/search_result.php?keywords=wiring+kit&desc=1
  15. C

    ICE help for 172

    I want to fit a sub and amp in a 172. The 172 has standard cd player and that. Will it be possible to connect it to the standard cd player or am i going to have to buy a new one? do i need 1 pre out? p.s i have put this in ice section it just no one ever goes in there
  16. C

    ICE help for 172

    I want to fit a sub and amp in a 172. The 172 has standard cd player and that. Will it be possible to connect it to the standard cd player or am i going to have to buy a new one? do i need 1 pre out?
  17. C

    Do you lose power if.

    You add a full stainless steal exhaust system to a 172?
  18. C

    Does this sound good?

    Found an insurance for 172 with exhaust system and alloys fully comp fr £813 through adrian flux. it with N.I.G the next one up is like £1230 with elephant.co.uk with mods. im 21 4 yrs ncb (dont start till november 1st) my only worry is when i come to looking for insurance for november that...
  19. C

    Clio 172 after 33k

    Found out the clio i'm after had a service at 31k costing around £400 where the AUX belt was replaced. The cam belt hasn't which is why he has put the price down to £5650. I'm going to try get it down to £5550 but all in all would cost 5900/6k as will need to get cam belt done asap. Once cam...
  20. C

    insurance

    Sorry probably been asked loads. 21 4 yrs ncb with privilege £650. The 172 has alloys and exhaust non standard. If i wasnt to claim it does that mean if i had accident they would not pay anything for them two things and so my loss?
  21. C

    Test drove this 172

    Last night went and saw this 172 http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/181698.htm Looks mint in real and sounds amazing. The only thing is I have never driven a clio sport so not sure what to expect. I found the suspension is quite stiff is this with all clio sports? Also the clutch is quite hard...
  22. C

    Are 172's not so good?

    Just have a feeling people think that on here. Feels like you've got the worst car on this forum if got one?
  23. C

    When viewing a 172

    What should i look for? Is it worth getting the aa to do a check of the car even thought it costs 150 quid?
  24. C

    Hi I am new advice needed.

    Hey im new to this forum and i am thinking of getting a clio 172. This one infact. http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/181698.htm What do you guys think? Is it alright? Also is there much difference in speed between a 172 and the cup version. Cheers
Top