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  1. joytodrive25

    Headlight washer blanks - mot compliance

    I've been told by the tester that Rentec (Edinburgh) use that blanks are a failure with xenon headlights? So now instead of fitting they are having to repair. I'm not particularly happy as I have read numerous times that this isn't the case. Any way I can clarify? Any testers able to help? I'd...
  2. joytodrive25

    Rentec Autocare BBQ

    anyone heading along to Rentec in Edinburgh for the BBQ? I've got to pop in before work but only to leave it for an abs ring and MOT on Monday :/
  3. joytodrive25

    Help Please, ABS ring change guide??

    I have tried a fairly thorough search but couldn't find a guide on how to replace a front ABS ring. I know the part is cheap and cant really afford the labour for the change but the pedal feeling is not great. Do I need a torque wrench for this?? If so then the question is probably null as...
  4. joytodrive25

    Front wiper rest position

    My front windscreen wiper, passenger side has always sat slightly too low. It very nearly rests on the drivers side one but I'm sure the length of wipers is correct. Any ideas? Does it just need taken off and re-attached in the correct position? Cheers
  5. joytodrive25

    Help troubleshooting, top brake light, boot light and cig lighter.

    Hi all, As per title I need a hand troubleshooting a few faults that have been bugging me for a while and now the top brake light too which I just found out about. The cigarette lighter has never worked and though I don't need it it would be nice to get it working, just check the relevant...
  6. joytodrive25

    Front end buzzing, possible wheel bearing.

    hi all, have a very definite buzz coming from the n/s front end when at any speed above 50. At around 70 it is fairly substantial. Is the best way to check if it's the bearing just to jack up and try and check for play in the wheel? Any help very appreciated.
  7. joytodrive25

    Semi-urgent- grinding/rubbing from offside rear

    A delightful rubbing/grinding has started on my car, not just under braking, I can hear it at any speed under 30. Any ideas? Need to drive about 150 miles tomorrow, slightly less than tonight. Just going to jack up and check nothing's weirdly loose. Thanks!
  8. joytodrive25

    Solid top mounts - KTEC or PMS

    Hi, As per my other thread in this section I am having some noise issues from the front, most likely due to worn top mounts that I think are unhappy after changing shocks and springs. They are probably the original ones now on 70K and I would have been looking at solids eventually anyway. So...
  9. joytodrive25

    Bonnet Latch - "re-call" update and help needed

    So, after seeing this mentioned and owning a clio before I finally bothered to phone Renault to see if this has "re-call" work had been done on my car. First point - It is and NEVER was a re-call. They were doing at reduced or lowered costs as they acknowledged the problem but it came down to...
  10. joytodrive25

    Rnadon knocks and creaks from front end

    Morning all, At the moment I have some knocking/creaking from my front end. I had originally thought it was from the rear but now sure its front end. Also looked into rear and found no issues, brakes rubbing a tiny bit but probably a normal level. I have recently had all shocks and springs...
  11. joytodrive25

    DAB stick on aerials - side window

    Hi all, So lets say that perhaps I was in a bit of a rush last year and stuck an internal DAB aerial on the underside of the dash in the passenger footwell. 1. Because I didn't want it on the windscreen. 2. I had no time a this point and 3. Stupidly thought a large amount of metal, plastic...
  12. joytodrive25

    OH no, wheres the locking wheel nut....

    Any advice if I perhaps cannot locate my locking wheel nut? Just had it into the garage but they probably used a master. Only bought them last year!
  13. joytodrive25

    Eibach Pro's with Cup shocks - bumpy to start??

    Morning all, Just had new Eibach pro springs fitted with new cup shocks and the steering almost feels looser. Is this just a consequence of the new stuff? Going to go fora proper break in drive today and see how it is. Cheers
  14. joytodrive25

    Turini help - about to buy some - urgent

    Hi, full/partial noob query. When buying second hand turinis for my 182 FF do I need to check the spacing, 54mm/60mm or just make sure they are PCD 4x100mm and ET38/45? Thanks
  15. joytodrive25

    Winter Tyres in general - my Alpin A4's

    Don't know if a winter tyre poll could/should be started??? Anyway I thought I'd put up a short note on my Michelin Alpin A4's as I couldn't find much if anything on them before buying. Got them from tyreleader and they were fairly quick and definitely the cheapest. I haven't done many miles...
  16. joytodrive25

    Hankook V12 Evo 2 K120's - Any one tried them??

    Hi, Has anyone tried the below tire? http://www.tyreleader.co.uk/car-tyres/hankook/ventus-v12-evo2-k120/205-45-zr16-87w-80554 Looks good compared to the PS3. Better fuel efficiency as a small bonus and £100 cheaper from tyreleader. My only reserve is they come in 87W not 83V like the PS3's...
  17. joytodrive25

    T25 PHY

    Spotted in Edinburgh southside, judging from the other posts he has been around here a while.
  18. joytodrive25

    ECU help - burnt out component

    Hi, Hoping that someone can help me out with a small issue. Had a small component burn out on my ECU but no idea what it does. Nothing is not working apart from Boot internal LED lamp though this has definitely worked after the part burnt out. See photo and thanks
  19. joytodrive25

    If you live in Edinburgh and cant be bothered...

    Just a note to all in Edinburgh. I don't really have space to thoroughly clean my car so recently got Ryan McCallum (washnwax.net) to go over the car. He did a great job in about 1.3 hours inside and out looking better than I normally achieve for £25. He was recommended to me by someone else but...
  20. joytodrive25

    Winter tyre size - help

    Hi, I am trying to find winter tyres of the 182, standard rs alloys. I can only find a good range in 195/45/16V or in 205/45/16H. Is there a massive problem with either of those options? Cheers
  21. joytodrive25

    Grill Clips - help

    Hi, Just before I commit to a whole £3 can anyone confirm if these will fit the clio RS grill. http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/111491573175 10X RENAULT CLIO LAGUNA MEGANE BUMPER & GRILLE TRIM FASTENERS RIVET CLIPS Cheers,
  22. joytodrive25

    Rear speakers - one has failed, pioneer to replace?

    Hi all. I have just replaced my front door speakers and tweeters with the Pioneer perfect fit Renault ones. Door ones were incredibly easy but tweeters did necessitate removing dash. Now sound mainly comes from tweeters with some bass from doors. Had some passengers the other day and they...
  23. joytodrive25

    Xenon Lights - Interchangeable parts

    Hi, I am looking to repair/replace my N/S xenon headlight. Garage reported resistor pack and lamp are not working. I have been offered internals from someone else. Is it possible to change parts between N/S and O/S and how awkward and crap is it to change internals over? Thanks
  24. joytodrive25

    Aftermarket Seats - Other than Recaros?

    Hi, I have seen a lot of talk about Recaros but no-one seem to mention using other aftermarket seats? Is this because they don't allow for a slide mechanism? Cobras/Sparcos and even Corbeaus are way cheaper and look good. I'm tempted as my drivers isn't in great condition. may just have it...
  25. joytodrive25

    BG 182 OEM+/Clubsport

    Hi all, This is my first project so expect much time wasting and a fair amount of stumbling. I have only had mediocre cars until now but as soon as I test drove the 182 I couldn't resist. Its an '04 in black with both cup packs(as far my newbie eyes can see) or has been modified to look like...
  26. joytodrive25

    Best rear brakes? URGENT

    Hi all, Looking to replace rear brake discs and pads in the next few days if possible as car is already in the garage. Has anyone tried the K-Tec uprated rear brake kit? http://www.k-tecracing.com/show_product.asp?id=1574 Or are the OEM Renault ones the best, are the ones from Euro car parts...
  27. joytodrive25

    New Clio 182 owner - '04

    Hi All! I have just got my Clio 182. Only got the test drive and drive home before having to work away unfortunately, drives well and is immediately enjoyable. Glad I went with this over a CTR. Car has had some small work done to it by last owner but I intend to make it drive perfectly and...
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