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    my little mk1

    Standing for 2 years -Immobiliser fault (won't turn off ) -Head gasket failure , engine hydro-locked , known amount of internal damage Breaking for spares , Delivery/courier of parts can be arranged at buyers expense , PayPal or cash on collection anyone interested ?
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    Waxathon

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    my little mk1

    its been a while since ive posted anything about the mk1 and theres been some changes:) got hold of some 16" laguna alloys and four tires (195/50) in an ebay bargain for £80 all in had them balanced and everything checked out , thinking of spraying them bronze after a refurb over the...
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    Mk1 wiring loom question

    I've had the dash out of my mk1 recently and noticed that there were a lot of spare plugs and connections that are not in use, taped to the body work, This got me wondering , do all mk1's have the same wiring loom ? The main reason I'm asking is I'd like to put some speakers in the rear and...
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    172/182 Foxhunter,enderby leicester (pic inside)

    Was behind this sport around 5:30-6 today at Foxhuntertraffic lights enderby , noticed the cs sticker and had to take a snap ,
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    Why are 17s not a good idea , anybody ??

    Lol looks like it's abit of a 'marmite' thing
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    Why are 17s not a good idea , anybody ??

    I think with the right alloys 17s look nice on a clio :) Problem is there abit too big for a straight forward fit without modding the arches and adding spacers and such like, if it's lowered aswell rubbing and body bouncing could be a issue , I'm no expert by all means but could be the reason ...
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    Is this right ? Cambelt,mounts , clutch Could cost more than I paid for the mk1

    Thanks for the replies :) any more advice would be much appreciated When he said prices like that , It was my initial thoughts they 'didn't want the work' or that it was a b***h of a job , just flicked through my Haynes manual ,don't get me wrong it looks a big job, for a clutch it says that...
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    Is this right ? Cambelt,mounts , clutch Could cost more than I paid for the mk1

    I own a clio mk1 ph3 1.2 , I brought it with 64'000 on the clock and it's never missed a beat good little motor but I have no decent service history somebody I work with also owns a mk1 1.4 rt and is in need of a new clutch, he's rang around a few garages and has been given quotes ranging...
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    Mk1 transmission knocking noise :( ....

    The Knocking only happens whilst decelerating and engine braking , :/ Driving in a straight line or cornering makes no difference , it's still there Any ideas ? I'm planning on doing a 600 mile trip next week and would like to sort this out
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    Mk1 transmission knocking noise :( ....

    No noise on accelerating or clutch coasting or in neutral coasting The knocking starts between 35-40 mph and increases from there on until it becomes a clunky buzzing sound (sounds like it something rotating hitting something cv joint looks out by eye , no play on wheel bearing , I think it...
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    Mk1 transmission knocking noise :( ....

    I noticed on my way to work this morning there's and irritating knocking noise when moving, in the car it sounds like its coming from somewhere around the passenger side front end , didnt pay much attention to when It was happening tbh Corning, accelerating etc (half asleep :) ) Just looking...
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    What engine for Mk1?

    Lol just kidding mate I'd ring round your local breakers/scrap yards and keep an eye on eBay , shouldn't be too hard to find one
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    Help needed identifying renault alloys (pic inside)

    Hi one and all , was wondering if someone could tell me what clio/renault alloys I've got? Picked them up not long ago(£80 off ebay with decent tyre tread) and thought they had come off a 172 , but I'm not too sure There 16's, fit perfectly , would just like to know for interest really
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    The 'What MPG Do You Get?' Thread

    I've had 45-50mpg out of my mk1 1.2 on run up to Berwick not so long ago
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    Sump washer diameter

    16 mm internal diameter 22mm external diameter
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    Lets see your wheels

    Re: SHOW US YOUR WHEELS !!! (no turinis or stds ) Lets see something different !! My mk1 on 16's
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    Possible leaking drum brake cylinder ???

    Hey guys I own a 1.2 mk1 , gave my car wash this morning and noticed there was a small puddle of brake fluid inside my alloy wheel on the rear drivers side , Wiped it clean about an hour ago and just had a look again and there's a few more splashes , I have not driven the car but gave the...
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    Will std Williams front struts fit any mk1?

    In the title really , A nice pair have come up at local breakers and I'm tempted , just wanted to check if theyd fit with you guys first? :)
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    Question on mk1 suspension/ lowering

    Ok thanks bud , you recommend good reasonably priced springs ? (Brand wise) , not really keen on 'eBay specials' im new to the clio scene , any good websites you recommend? I think ill either go for 35-40 mm , plenty of those red box speedbumps round these ends , but I reckon it shouldnt...
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    Question on mk1 suspension/ lowering

    Hi guys , I've broke a spring on my front passenger side of my mk1 , Last night I got it up on axle stands and removed both struts , the struts are showing quite bad signs of wear and i have decided to replace both struts and springs at once , I've been wanting to lower the front end for a...
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    What engine for Mk1?

    Williams Lump !
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    Anyone know what colour my mk1 is???

    Found out what the code is :) ov460 royal blue
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    HELP MY MK1 HAS DROPPED ABOUT AN INCH!:(

    Im looking for some advice, ive notice my car (mk1 clio 1.2) suspension has dropped about an 'inch or so' on the front passenger side , its noticeable by eye and its pulling to the left slightly , noticed it on my way to work this morning the car has done 70k now and as far as i know its never...
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    A noob I need of help .....

    Hey guys , I'm looking for some advice , I've got 1.2 mk1 clio currently on 14" steelies ive just brought some 15" mk2 alloys on eBay , I'm picking them up this afternoon , my questions are'will they fit straight on with out spacers or any other mods?' Can I use the wheel bolts from my steelies...
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    Show us your rattle can paint job !!!!

    a few bits ive done
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    my little mk1

    few more bits and pieces ​ centre console needs another coat
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    my little mk1

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    my little mk1

    cheers mate , yeh thought i'd try something different , i removed the top half of the dash board , the dial cluster is secured with 4 T25?(i think ill check in the morning ) torx screws ,(2 on top , 2underneath) i removed the panel dierectly below the steering column to get to the screws...
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    my little mk1

    Done a few more bits and pieces yesterday after work and this afternoon, took a few more pics aswell, LED sidelights , thinking of going HID soon LED strips sprayed door strips in black as theyd faded to grey look like new , puts my bumpers to shame now though sprayed glove box door...
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