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Amazing looking 182 turbo at EFI today. The colour alone 'amazing' but the turbo just adds to what looks an amazing car! Anyone on here?

After a bit of help if possible. Tried calling and searching online but can't seem to find a definitive / correct item. Looking for ideally 2 new driveshafts N/S & O/S. ECP have a cup version for N/S but don't list anything for O/S. Other places only have 1 part number for non cup 172...

Slightly odd and I know not 100% ideal. However can you fit a tyre like the Toyo R888 at the front and a tyre like a Federal RSR / Nankang NS2-R on the rear? Reason why I asked is I know the sidewall of the R888 is pretty high compared to a 'normal' tyre although both would be a 195-50-15...

After a little help if possible. I'm in two minds to fit an oil catch tank, I've come across numberous threads however nothing regarding JIC/AN fittings? Now I know JIC/Braided line isn't essential however it is something I'd like to do of at all possible. Catch tank and fittings I'm sure...

Don't suppose anyone knows the part number for these? Clio 172 2002. Top inlet bolts which connect to the lower inlet. Also the actual rocker cover bolts?

Had a quick 20 minutes in the car earlier so thought I'd take a picture or two... Would be rude not to take a 'rolling' shot.

Been searching all week and I'm no more closer to determining a set. Looking to purchase some in the bear future... Firstly Fred mentioned that the Bilstein are a 'nice' kit (performance per £) so I have been looking at them, but a lot of sites/ reviews mention they are a little on the 'soft'...

Will let the pictures explain. I'm guessing that's not normal as the passenger side one seems flush against the turret.

May go and view this ( Clio 200 'Cup'). Anyone know anything about it? Previous owner etc? What should I be looking out for on the 200, it is just a case of making sure there are no silly noises from the steering/gearbox area? Any help would be great.

Right guys, I'm swapping the spark plugs this week and have found there to be oil all around the spark plug thread, doesn't seem to be at the tip only around the thread. Is this normal? Sorry if its a totally silly question just not sure I've seen a spark plug with this much oil around the...

Maybe an odd question. At the moment the car is still drove to and from the track however we are transforming the car into a 'track only' car in the future. Currently the car hasn't got any rear or front door speakers, ONLY the dash tweeters. Is this all that you guys have and simply put...

Right ok, please bare with me. I have searched but seems to be conflicting information. Is it the same as the actual engine mount? Obviously remove battery, jack under the gearbox. Undo bolt/s and refit? Do I need to do anything to the dogbone mount or can the upper gearbox mount be...

Is it normal for the 172 to have a dip in torque around 3500rpm? Not hugely noticeable on the road, I will be getting a AFR done soon so I can see exactly what is going on with the fuel mixture.

Clio 172 (2002). At the back on the inlet manifold there seems to be a 'metal' hose that looks like it goes into the bulkhead? How do I remove said hose? Yes I am blonde but thought I'd ask as knowing me I'd end up breaking something. Thanks in advance guys. Also, when painting the inlet...

Think I'm going to swap the clutch soon. From previous cars a Helix 'Organic' was a slight step up from OEM, is this the case with the clio too? Anyone any experience with said clutch or similar? I do like the feel of OEM however I have had mega heavy clutch in previous cars but I don't see...

Hello all, Does anyone know where I can get a set (4) coilovers rebuilt? Looking around the web most only rebuild ohlins which is no good for me. Ideally a full strip down and any parts that need replacing. Anyone know anywhere I can send them too?

Well it looks like I'm going to buy new and have narrowed it down to a couple of seats I like. Most are side mounted, after speaking with a company they said fitting side mounted seats in a clio is actually a pretty hard task and said that base mounted seats are much easier to fit. Can side...

Hello all, Well I've recently took the rear seats , cards , flooring and headlining out. ( I know it's not needed ). However what do people do regarding the electrics. At the moment the wires for the rear speakers , boot lighting etc etc is just sitting in my passenger footwell. It does indeed...

Other than the usual 'knocking' how can you tell the top mounts need replacing? Is there a certain amount of play? How would I test this? Any information would be great.

Firstly, stupid damn French crap... Secondly, I've just gave the Clio a quick exterior clean and when I opened the drivers door I was met with a large puddle of water behind the drivers seat... I have noticed the last few nights the front window having a lot of condensation ( mainly because of...

I'll try to describe as best as possible. It may just be me so please bear with me. If I turn into a corner the steering wheel will be at 4 o'clock but the wheels may only be at 2 o'clock. Before our day at Oulton the steering seemed to be a little more responsive. Any suggestions?

Hello all, I'm looking at fitting an aftermarket steering wheel to the 172. I know I need a steering boss and obviously the steering wheel itself. Quick question though, do I require anything else? How will the horn work with an aftermarket steering wheel? More than likely looking at a...

Anyone used any? Seem to be pretty new to the market and work out similar priced to the Federal RSR. Your thoughts?

After seeing 'Tommy's' E46 M3 thread I thought I'd post a few pictures of mine. Steel Grey with black interior ( Steel grey is a pretty rare colour, especially in hairdresser spec ). Although a marmite option I opted for the SMG II as I always wanted one after my parents had SMG in 2003. I...

Just a quick question to people who have or have had a rear strut brace. I'm doubting you can feel much if any difference having one fitted, but I have been wrong before. Other than looks will it aid track performance or are they more of a gimmick? Do the rear suspension move than much to...

Well I got back from Oulton Park yesterday, engine bay up just to check fluids and on a closer inspection there seems to be a lot of oil around the highlighted section. The thing that really confuses me, its really thick oil. In fact its more like grease than oil. However after a quick look...

Just a quick question. Obviously things wear over time, is it worth swapping bits of the suspension to get that 'fresh' pin point steering? Whats needed and does it make much of a difference?

After a little information if possible. As I'm new to the clio world I'm unaware of specialists / companies. Around Xmas I will be looking for a roll cage for the 172. After a bolt in cage as when selling the car its an option to remove. Also I'm looking into a 'safety device' version as...

As title suggests. I have a slight problem. I bought some 205-45-16 Federal RSR tyres before I bought the car as previously I was looking at a 182 FF but I went with a 172 with cup wheels. At the moment tyres are 195-45-16 but on a spirited corner I can hear the wheels touching the arch...

As title suggests... Just went to collect the car from an 'exhaust' company as I know the OMP Group N was going to struggle on track. So I've had a new larger back box fitted to try and keep the noise down. Anyway upon collecting it I noticed the EML light kept on, I thought this is...