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Just also thinking, perhaps I need to have a look at other cars that use the same platform such as the Nissan Micra, Modus and a few of the Dacia models which might yield some options.

Hi all, I am looking to get a rear ARB for my mk3 non sport (its a pre facelift 57 plate) as I know stiffening up the rear slightly can help massively in a FWD car. I can only seem to find rear ARB kits for the RS although I am getting conflicting information about the Whiteline BRR10Z kit...

Quick update on the car, not a huge amount has changed, I have swapped out the 'upgraded' Cabasse' system and fitted a Pioneer unit, there are hidden ISO connectors behind the radio, the Cabasse system is slightly odd as the CD changer is in the dash and the head unit is actually under the...

Yeah, planning to run with stock shocks which is why I am looking at probably going with the Eibachs, unless there are any other springs people usually run? Are you able to get shorter shocks for the non sport to easily run the H&Rs?

Hi all, I will be looking to swap out the stock springs with some performance springs on my non sport Mk3 1.2 TCE 100, options are either the Eibach Pro or the H&Rs. The Eibach springs drop the car by 30mm...

Indeed, its basically the 75bhp D4f with a 16v head and boost, throttlebody is 40mm it would seem and its not got an idle control valve on that TB (took it out to clean it). I have a set of 172/182 injectors sitting on the desk ready to install when I go for a remap, initial changes will be to...

Hi all, Looking to change the trim pieces around the vents, clocks, speaker surrounds and the dash to a different colour, they are currently silver as standard and I am looking at options for a different colour. The car is black so tempted to go with a gloss piano black to contrast slightly...

Here is my 'as delivered' photo of the car, given it a quick wash and wax - paint will need correcting but currently going through everything to get it in top shape, just got the cambelt, waterpump and all belts replaced as well as a set of new tyres.

Thanks for that, I have a few spare intercoolers and other turbo parts in the garage from previous cars so might see what fits. Looks like 172 injectors aren't that expensive so will get a new set of those for when the time comes. I might go over to the Twingo forum as I know the GT had the...

Hi all, I am picking up a pre facelift Mk3 Dynamique SX this weekend, its got the 1.2 TCE 100 engine, so turboed 1.2 engine based on the older D4F block but with a 16V head and a turbo. I went for this model as I like the shape of the Mk3 pre facelift and as the TCE info goes - fuel economy of...

Actually getting a few good ideas on the below thread as my car is basically 100% the same as standard and the list of mods seem to be about right for what I am after, maybe not the larger spoiler but the stock spoiler is still pretty good...

Yeah I am thinking just going Eibachs on stock shocks, maybe a strut brace if there is one and perhaps a remap at some point in the future, will upgrade the tyres to something better but slightly limited in the 195/50/16 size unlike the 195/50/15!

Because it will make the car slightly more enjoyable to drive to and from work vs the standard car, coupled with the fact the other car is aiming for 400bhp/ton I don't really need anything powerful for the daily, 100bhp/120bhp remapped will still be fairly fun.

Hi all, I am picking up a mk3 pre facelift '07 1.2 TCe this weekend, aware its not a sport model but I am looking at wheel, tyre and suspension components which i am guessing would be the same across the mk3 model? Are there any common performance parts sites usually used? I will be using my...

Hi all, I am picking up a Mk3 1.2 TCe dynamique (pre facelift) with the stock 16" wheels, spoiler, side skirts etc this coming Saturday, I am 100% aware that its not a sport model but hear me out, it will be my daily drive and the plan is to upgrade suspension and handling much like the sport...

Do a leak off test on the injectors (4 bits of pipe on the leak off lines) - mine had the same issue, I found that 1 injector was leaking off massive amounts which dropped the pressure in the system. I got that injector reconditioned by dieselbob for £110 - reconditioning the injector means that...

Hi all, Just wondering about fitting a shortshifter to my DCi 80, I know that the DCi 65 uses the weaker box found on the petrol 1.2 whereas the 80 and 100 models use the same one as the renault sport 192 etc. I am guessing I can just use the 192 shortshifter kit as its the same box?

Found it, its in the cabin fusebox bottom right, its not in the manual but does have the steering wheel symbol and it makes a huge difference when its not on! Undrivable steering without the PAS on, fairly heavy steering when it is on!

Hi all, Just wondering where the fuse is for the electric power steering in my Dci 80 - my Clio has 100% electric power steering rather than hydraulic (no reservoir in the engine bay). Just wondering where the fuse was so that I can remove it to check that my power steering is indeed working or...

Do a leak off test on the injectors, I found that 1 of my injectors had failed, basically the failing/failed injectors leak too much fuel back meaning that the fuel pressure doesn't build high enough, just got that one reconditioned as the others were fine and it fires right up.

Thats what I thought, think I might look at getting new springs and dampers , I know some of the Renaultsport models have a slight rake but I have had my car scuff kerbs sometimes and its 100% stock so I am guessing tired dampers.

Hi all, Ever since I have had my Clio Dci 80 the ride height has been a bit odd, its much lower at the front than the back, I know that the engine is heavier meaning that it could be slightly lower at the front but its around 2" lower at the front vs the back. Just taken a photo of my car from...

Tempted to look into a way to modify the hubs to get some additional angle - seems an odd thing for Renault not to address on a small hatchback, luckily 90% of my driving is on the motorway, but doesn't help when trying to park at either end! Looks like I could use some tie rod spacers and fit...

I guess I will just have to accept the rubbish turning circle, think the specs are a 17 metre turning circle, with my Merc estate being around 11 metres!

Are there modifications that could be done? I know that you can get extra lock by modifying the suspension arms slightly - as they do to get extra lock for drift cars.

Hi all, Just wanted to check that this isn't me on this, I have had my Mark 2 Clio Dci 80 for a while now, I was expecting it to be quite nimble being a small hatchback, however I have found that my other project car (a W210 Mercedes E300 estate @ almost 5 metres) has a far better turning...

Would the Twingo GT springs be ok for the heavier DCI engine? I think the DCI is slightly lighter than the renault sports.

I am also guessing you are licensed to tow as well? EG have the correct driving licence ad ons?

Hi all, I noticed a noise a few weeks back around the timing belt area, slightly concerned as I had the timing belt, tensioners and water pump changed around 10k before the noise I thought it might have been the aux belt, this morning I found out the issue. It seems that the bearings have gone...

Slight thread revival on this one, my DCi 80 is now on around 135k miles, it has developed a slight fault with an injector (I believe but still diagnosing as it drives perfectly just a slightly lumpy idle sometimes), anyway, coming back to my initial question and with a slight change in...