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I’ve owned my 172 since 2011. I wanted to replace the janspeed exhaust system it’s had since forever. Much to my disappointment, after hours of searching companies online it seems nobody now offers performance exhausts for the 172. Only 182 upwards on all the well known manufacturers :( sad times

Right then guys as the title suggests I have a little dillema on my hands and need help deciding. Story goes I have 3 cars and 1 work van all insured and used through my trade policy thanks to my profession. 2 of my cars are 2002 Renault Clio 172 and the other... 1999 Subaru Impreza RB5 WR...

Evening, I'm in the process of deciding whether to turbo my Berg 172. I'll be doing all the work myself apart from mapping but have stumbled across this from EFi.. http://www.efi-parts.co.uk/index.php?productID=338 What are people's advice and opinions on the product they're offering. It seems...

Done a few hours using the search box and the posts are outdated so my question... What's people's opinions/experience with piper cams for the f4r these days? Are they still the tappety racket they were previously and are they still regrinds? Thanks

http://www.renaultpartsdirect.co.uk/product/renault-clio-172-shock-absorber-rear-cup-model-2004-onwards/I'm in the process of buying shocks all round for my ph2 172 from RenaultPartsDirect. I've gone onto the cup rear shocks for the 172 and they have a special note of '2004 cup models onwards?'...

Hi guys, I'm after a set of Piper Cams and want to know which traders are selling on here these days?

I know that PTFE gaskets are not very popular on here but each to their own and im after a set so can anybody point me in the right direction from where to get them as I can't seem to find them apart from K-tec which I think are overpriced and Jam-Sport which sells them with the matched inlets...

As I have been looking into buying a set of matched inlets recently for my Clio I came across these on the Bay. Now I know most things on eBay are shite and to be fair I'm not saying these would be as someone can't judge on something until the product has been tried and tested, As it stands I...

Can the 438's be run on the standard Renault map for a short time or has the ecu need to be mapped to suit at the same time ? Thanks

Hi. can someone tell/show me the difference in Gris iceberg 640 and Grey iceberg 640 ? Ordering paint and theres 2 options for code 640 which I have stated. Thanks guys

Hi guys, Best place to get 1litre of Iceberg silver paint I understand theres numerous shades of this colour. Any help greatly appreciated. Thanks

I've searched using search option but can't find what I'm looking for, can I get a few pics of different exhaust options for the ph2 172...... need help deciding. Thanks

Quick pic of the small progress I've made on the 172 while she's off the road..... Today I have .... Removed, retrimmed headlining & A pillars in black fleece, refit items. Not the best pic as the sunlight on HTC camera It's surprising how different it feels to sit in it :)

Hi guys, basically what's above. Any feedback welcome or suggestions, link below http://www.engine-dynamics.com/Performance/pid346/cid97/EngineDynamicsPerformanceCamshaftSet.asp

Hi guys im in need of some help, Recently I found that the engine in my ph2 172 needs new rings on no.2 cylinder. So as i'm a mechanic by trade ive decided to rebuild it from the bottom up and if budget holds maybe a few goodies to boost power. The problem I have is that the program we use in...

Its time for the M.O.T on my mums car, last year my boss advised on beam pattern deteriorated so I thought i do a little correction on them :) they came out tidy considering it was done by hand Haha needless to say arms are hurting now :)..... Anyway starting from 1st attachment 0044 - before...

Obviously I know the ph1 & ph2 dashboards are of different designs but why is it that the OLDER ph1 dash has little/ no dash rattles and most ph2 rattles and vibrates like a b**ch ? Different materials used maybe? You would have thought the older dash would be the one with the most rattles. I'm...

Reading a post on a subaru forum and was quite offended at what I read :( take a look ..... http://bbs.scoobynet.com/other-marques-33/906329-current-motor-clio-172-a.html

Hi guys. In the next few weeks I may be looking in to getting matched inlets, just wondering by ppl's experience what company does the best matched inlets (power increase and finish ) thanks in advance.

I have a quick Q. I've changed the dogbone mount for a powerflex jobbie, could still do with other mounts replaced as the engine vibrates like hell under acceleration. What are ppl running oem mounts or patent part ? Thanks

Hi wondering if someone can help me ? Wen I bought my 172 12 months ago it came with what I think is bird poo stains on the quarter panel. I thought i could get it out but I can't :( so far I've used mettalic t-cut and a polishing cloth and rubbed like mad but to no avail. I've also tried some...

Hi ppl, I'm thinking of changing a few things on my car (jamsport inlets, bmc and catback system hopefully) so I was just wondering what options have I got for my 2002 clio 172 I've heard good things about the BTM exhausts any help would be appreaciated ;)

Well I thought that due to the fact that ive got a week off from work this week in this lovely weather I thought it would be wise for my boss to M.O.T my car on the weekend. It was due to expire while i was on my week off and i didnt fancy going into work to do it, so end of last week i got it...

Which company would be best for matched inlets ? Thanks

Hi guys wondering if u could help me ? I went to buy some T-cut for my iceburg silver 172 but I wasn't counting on there being 2 options original or mettalic. Now I dont want to damage my paint and I'm not sure which 1 to use. I was thinking original because I don't think iceburg is metallic...

Found this little jem bit pricey but worth it 4 condition. If link don't work enter this ebay number - 120827580909 http://item.mobileweb.ebay.co.uk/viewitem?itemId=120827580909&index=1&nav=SEARCH&nid=32461047349 I'm on my phone so might not work sorry but enter ebay number b fine ;)

can any1 tell me that why some ppl say and claim that the ph2 172 will do 140ish but others are saying that they struggle past 120mph. personally with my car it gets to 120mph no probz but dont get much further in a hurry. is it just 1 of those things you have to live with or is there something...

Hi guys like the title says my Clio has a top end of 120mph can't seem 2 get past that its really starting 2 annoy me as it's not fun watching my m8 vanish in his ctr! I've replaced the timing belt and dephaser, timing spot on, 7secs to 60, good acceleration to 120mph, checked diagnostics came...

Hi guys my names Ryan I'm from west wales, I'm 21 and a qualified mechanic. I drive a phase 2 172 in iceberg silver. New to this forum but not new 2 renaults previous vehicle was a phase 1 megane coupe. Hope to get 2 some meets if possible down this area and meet fellow owners.