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Hold on its guna get bumpy....
- Thread starter markclio
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100% better.
Only thing I dislike now is that sticker, but each to their own
What do you think OP, which set of lights do you prefer now you have the originals back on?
Only thing I dislike now is that sticker, but each to their own
What do you think OP, which set of lights do you prefer now you have the originals back on?
dann2707
ClioSport Club Member
What springs are these? Sticker ruins it now
Mark, you know the sticker is out-of-era with your car.
Here's some learning for you
Because, oh look, the world champion stickers didn't start until the end of 2005, courtesy of one Mr. Alonso
Who helped promote the R26, and R27.
Ultimately, your sticker would refer to the 2005 season.......wow, they're so good
On a differnt matter entirely.
1) have you put a load of rake into your suspension? rear bumper looks high compared to the front. Not a bad thing, I dont think?
2) is that an aftermarket exhaust? Check your hangers fella, it looks low....but could be related to above.
Here's some learning for you
Because, oh look, the world champion stickers didn't start until the end of 2005, courtesy of one Mr. Alonso
Who helped promote the R26, and R27.
Ultimately, your sticker would refer to the 2005 season.......wow, they're so good
On a differnt matter entirely.
1) have you put a load of rake into your suspension? rear bumper looks high compared to the front. Not a bad thing, I dont think?
2) is that an aftermarket exhaust? Check your hangers fella, it looks low....but could be related to above.
clio 182
it was a bit higher previously , but the springs have leveled it out its on a slope., its a sportex exhaust which is not the best but was on the car when i bought it.
to be honest i don't need an F1 lesson... as i said previously, i wanted it to look like the 200, personal preference..
if you look at the top picture its level...
to be honest i don't need an F1 lesson... as i said previously, i wanted it to look like the 200, personal preference..
if you look at the top picture its level...
Knuckles
ClioSport Admin
This has potential to look amazing.
Good effort so far.
Good effort so far.
Sorry mate, i meant spoiler.
Martin_172
ClioSport Club Member
I hate they way these drive on apex -40mm!! should have gone eibach, may not look as low but at least it handles with them!
looks like quite a tidy example
looks like quite a tidy example
clio 182
too be fair , they are a bit stiff but looks great, really leveled the car out.. I got them brand new off eBay for £50.00 delivered and fitted for £50.00 by some body local, so to be fair hasn't cost me a lot and wouldn't cost a lot to put back.. I have to adjust my driving style.. I think Renault got it pretty spot on when they made it and for a 9 year old car its great fun...
The exhaust does look level - just seems to sit low. What system is it?
Its probably on some level personal preference but I think it looks better when the recess is filled:
What condition is the rubber like on the two rear hangers? Whilst they might be level, it could mean the rubber on both is completely destroyed and its resting on the metal frame.
E.g.
E.g.
clio 182
just had a look and they are not great, will go and get some more... I do need to sort the exhaust though as the cat flange (sounds odd) is a bit passed it, been trying to get a second hand cat, but struggling... so was going to go for a whole new exhaust that way its all new and hopefully no problems.. thanks for advice tho.. that's what I came on here for friendly advise... Mark
just seen your only in Raunds :up:
just seen your only in Raunds :up:
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Common mod on the exhaust is to get the cat & exhaust olive join cut off and a sleeve welded on. They tend to blow from the join or crack with age.
Yep that mod is well worth it, removes the crappy olive joint which I had no end of issues with, never had a leak after I had the sleeve done.
I got it done by 519 Automotive, but they are no longer trading.
Judging by this post, JC Weld in Wellingborough look like they are up to the task:
http://www.cliosport.net/threads/182-cat-mod-anyone-had-it-done.711725/page-2#post-10417123
Bit off topic but are you 100% on that? I know he was considering changes but has he officially shut now?
Btw I am in Northampton so not far and either use 519 in Bedford or Diamond Motors in Nottingham.
Yep 100%. Been selling all his stock & rolling road gear on ebay, website no longer lists a number / location etc.
Think a guy went to collect a car a few weeks ago and it was confirmed in person.
I'm going to try Beaniesport in MK next.
Ahh shame, used Dan from the start of my clio ownership and have found him brilliant the whole time. I wonder what he's off to do next as I know he had some dealings with a Northampton based company a while back.
Beaniesport look like they know their french stuff and was recommended by Dan also so should be fine.
Sorry to chat in your thread Mark I'll bugger off now.. Nice car too btw.
Beaniesport look like they know their french stuff and was recommended by Dan also so should be fine.
Sorry to chat in your thread Mark I'll bugger off now.. Nice car too btw
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Let me know how it goes as I need to get another one done.
KitsonRis
ClioSport Club Member
Mine had this problem. it was fixed with making a new rubber bit out of Tiger Seal. Seems to have worked. Although I now have another exhasut rattle when carrying a passenger :-/What condition is the rubber like on the two rear hangers? Whilst they might be level, it could mean the rubber on both is completely destroyed and its resting on the metal frame.
E.g.
I've also got the -40mm Apex springs in mine, this was to help with ride height when it was stripped. They are a bit harsh on speed bumps and pot-holed roads, but you just have to drive accordingly.
How did it go?
I've never seen them remove the join between the manifold & cat before. Doesn't that need to have some movement in it?
clio 182
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/381051450740?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT
thinking of these... quite aggressive looking but not the norm
thinking of these... quite aggressive looking but not the norm
