Well after months of pulling my hair out with knocking, crabbing, juddering, vibrations and very vague steering that seemed to have a mind of its own, I finally found the issue (just before selling!). Basically its been through an MOT and to 2 reputable garages, which all didn't find an issue with it. My local renault garage said it was simply a 'common thing with these' and thats why 'they would never have one'
Anyway, if you have similar issues then go and check your rear most lower arm bush on both sides. Undo the nut and partially remove the bolt and see if your subframe hole has elongated like mine had! By the fact that my clio (2002 172 FF) has only done 38k, I'm guessing there will be others with this issue too. I have sleeved it as a temporary measure but will refabricate when I get time.
Just a heads up. Hope it helps somebody that has had or is experiencing the same probs as I have had!!!
Cheers, Rob
Anyway, if you have similar issues then go and check your rear most lower arm bush on both sides. Undo the nut and partially remove the bolt and see if your subframe hole has elongated like mine had! By the fact that my clio (2002 172 FF) has only done 38k, I'm guessing there will be others with this issue too. I have sleeved it as a temporary measure but will refabricate when I get time.
Just a heads up. Hope it helps somebody that has had or is experiencing the same probs as I have had!!!
Cheers, Rob