Fletch's 150k 172 Project..

[nick.]

Hope everything comes together quickly when its fixed can't wait see end result

 

[Fletcher]

Liking the Revolutions Fletch. Hopefully the cars back soon. Then you can give me the recaros

Hope everything comes together quickly when its fixed can't wait see end result

Thanks fellas.

Chris I need to speak to you about the Recaros soon

Poorly Clio

 

[Fletcher]

Well it turns out the following parts needed replacing/ are broken.

Alternator is fried
Battery too
Aux belt has had better days, so will also be changed.


Just had a new clutch, and gearbox re-con too! The old girl has cost me a lot of money lately. But it has done 130k so I guess I shouldn't grumble too much

 

[ForceIndia]

Once those are done, pretty future proof! When was the cambelt done?

 

[Christopher.]

Iv got a battery if needed mate. its just sat in the garage, Crappy halfords one tho !

 

[Fletcher]

Once those are done, pretty future proof! When was the cambelt done?

72K Warren, so a while yet I'll hopefully get cams fitted when it next needs replacing.

Iv got a battery if needed mate. its just sat in the garage, Crappy halfords one tho !

Cheers mate I think I'll pass . The one that's now fried is a Halfords battery..lol

 

[Christopher.]

yea mine struggled in the mornings TBH.

 

[Fletcher]

yea mine struggled in the mornings TBH.

Well IIRC the OEM battery lasted 6 years, the current Halfords one about 2!

 

[Christopher.]

When is it gonna be back with you then Fletch ?

 

[Fletcher]

When is it gonna be back with you then Fletch ?

Not sure Chris, even if it's ready tomorrow afternoon Sat, I am really busy with work, so hopefully Monday/Tuesday :approve:

I've really missed B-road blasts in her in 5 years of ownership this is the longest it's sat on the drive without being driven

 

[Dave.]

Hope you get it back asap mate!

 

[Silent_Scone]

hopefully it'll be a cheap fix for ya

 

[Fletcher]

Hope you get it back asap mate!

hopefully it'll be a cheap fix for ya

Cheers guys!

 

[bomber]

in 5 years of ownership this is the longest it's sat on the drive without being driven

How long have you been without it? Cannnnnot wait to get mine back on the road, I know your agony sir!

 

[Fletcher]

How long have you been without it? Cannnnnot wait to get mine back on the road, I know your agony sir!

Well I've only taken it out one in about 5 weeks!

Yours will be worth the wait though mate I <3 SC clios:evil:

 

[GodSpeed]

My Revenge 2011 seats have been shipped, can provide some photos next week if you are interested? If you go for Revoultion make sure to get the updated 2011 version.

 

[Fletcher]

^^^Pics would be great. Cheers

 

[Fletcher]

*****Quick Update*****


I pick the 172 up tomorrow after having some TLC This is the longest I've gone without driving since I've owned it, over 5 years!

Next on the list...


Fit new 3/4 number plate.
Speedline 2118s will hopefully go on next weekend.
Fit Sabelt (cup racer) wheel
Fit New engine mounts.
Remove rear seats


And decide on what exhaust system to fit..Shortlist has now grown..lol

Yozzasport Race system
Oreca grp N
Or de-cat existing system :S

 

[edewer]

i had the same system as you with a decat and it wasnt that great a sound tbh fletch. i'd go with the oreca!

 

[ForceIndia]

You will not be disappointed with a yoz. So well designed, I had a race backbox and a stealth. Just switched them when the mood took, 5min job even for a numpty (ie me). Fits like a glove.

 

[Fletcher]

i had the same system as you with a decat and it wasnt that great a sound tbh fletch. i'd go with the oreca!

I really want a nice raspy exhaust note TBH mate, the Oreca systems fit the bill nicely.

 

[Fletcher]

You will not be disappointed with a yoz. So well designed, I had a race backbox and a stealth. Just switched them when the mood took, 5min job even for a numpty (ie me). Fits like a glove.

Yes Warren I after seeing this the other day, I was/am very impressed with the build quality of the system.

Did you have any probs getting it on track with the race back book fitted?

 

[ForceIndia]

Yes Warren I after seeing this the other day, I was/am very impressed with the build quality of the system.

Did you have any probs getting it on track with the race back book fitted?

Nope, fine at Bedford ( pretty strict).

 

[Fletcher]

^^^Good stuff.

Have you got any pics of it fitted to your bus mate?

 

[ForceIndia]

^^^Good stuff.

Have you got any pics of it fitted to your bus mate?

Yeah, I'll dig them out later fella.

 

[Fletcher]

^^^Thanks mate.

 

[Coby.]

One of my favourite cars on here... 130k christ...I'm up to 98k and my Alternator is buggered

I cant decide whether to just keep it runnig or throw a little money at it and fall back in love like it seems you're doing.

 

[Fletcher]

One of my favourite cars on here... 130k christ...I'm up to 98k and my Alternator is buggered

I cant decide whether to just keep it runnig or throw a little money at it and fall back in love like it seems you're doing.

Just had a new alternator (second one) aux belt/battery fitted

Keep it mate. Great cars when they work

 

[Ernie]

my 172 is on 123k still going strong

where can you buy a yozza stealth system?

 

[oliver.james]

The quality of that Yoz looks incredible tbh! :approve:

Your exhaust shortlist was near enough the same as mine; I decided to be boring and just de-cat the stealth. With yours being a weekend/track toy now, I'd be thinking the Yozza or Oreca

 

[Fletcher]

my 172 is on 123k still going strong

where can you buy a yozza stealth system?

123k good going that

http://www.cliosport.net/forum/showthread.php?554856-YS-Exhausts-now-available

The quality of that Yoz looks incredible tbh! :approve:

Your exhaust shortlist was near enough the same as mine; I decided to be boring and just de-cat the stealth. With yours being a weekend/track toy now, I'd be thinking the Yozza or Oreca

TBH I've been very indecisive about what exhaust system to go for next, everyday I change my mind

 

[oliver.james]

TBH I've been very indecisive about what exhaust system to go for next, everyday I change my mind

lol! I'm really happy with the de-cat on the stealth, has made a noticeable difference; more than I expected it too tbh.

 

[Fletcher]

lol! I'm really happy with the de-cat on the stealth, has made a noticeable difference; more than I expected it too tbh.

Glad to hear it mate. TBH I do like the 'stealth' look of the 172.

Oh and you'll love the Jms Inlet manifold fella, I had a blast in Nick's last Saturday. Great bit of kit, a good alternative to ITB's

 

[oliver.james]

Glad to hear it mate. TBH I do like the 'stealth' look of the 172.

Oh and you'll love the Jms Inlet manifold fella, I had a blast in Nick's last Saturday. Great bit of kit, a good alternative to ITB's

I like the exhaust hidden behind the bumper too.

I liked the idea of the group N exhaust and raspy note it's known for, however, I'm loving the sound from the de-catted SS stealth.

Good to hear another positive comment/review. I'm really looking forward to getting my RS2. Have you decided which way you're going, I know you mentioned the idea of ITB's a while back?

 

[Fletcher]

I like the exhaust hidden behind the bumper too.

I liked the idea of the group N exhaust and raspy note it's known for, however, I'm loving the sound from the de-catted SS stealth.

Good to hear another positive comment/review. I'm really looking forward to getting my RS2. Have you decided which way you're going, I know you mentioned the idea of ITB's a while back?

Still not sure fella. I've love the noise, and looks of ITBs, but was very impressed with the RS2, and for the money it costs you can't go wrong. Definitely on the shortlist now though mind

 

[ForceIndia]

Yoz

 

[Fletcher]

Thanks mate. Did you run it with a de-cat?

 

[TimR26]

Did you pick up your 172 today?

 

[Fletcher]

Did you pick up your 172 today?

Yes Tim.

Still not happy I'll PM you.

 

[Silent_Scone]

what's the deal? Was it a fried alternator?