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Not yet Andrew 
Just got a few bits together for a service in a few weeks
I'm a bit sidetracked by a 205 at the moment, thinking if turning it into a track car...
Just got a few bits together for a service in a few weeks
I'm a bit sidetracked by a 205 at the moment, thinking if turning it into a track car...
Cheers mate will do
207 gt looking 4 182
Looks tidy mate
why only 175 brake?
why only 175 brake?Jellis_182 It's running a bit more than that now. But a common mistake is to think they're 182bhp from factory. They're actually 182ps which is about 179bhp
And these engines vary massively in power output so 175 is quite respectable and the torque I was happy with as most are around 145/150ft.lb
Hope this answers your question mate but thanks for the comments!
And these engines vary massively in power output so 175 is quite respectable
and the torque I was happy with as most are around 145/150ft.lbHope this answers your question mate but thanks for the comments!
207 gt looking 4 182
Explains a lot! I wasn't being cocky if it sounded like it!
Jellis_182 not at all!
@Jellis_182 It's running a bit more than that now. But a common mistake is to think they're 182bhp from factory. They're actually 182ps which is about 179bhp
And these engines vary massively in power output so 175 is quite respectable
Hope this answers your question mate but thanks for the comments!
It's 184bhp odd now isn't it!?
Hopefully it's 184+ in a couple of weeks at the RR meet
You coming along?
You coming along?
Nah man, car wont be ready in time, still got lots and lots to sort out.
Update:
Right little bit of catching up to do.
My 182 hasn't been in the best health for a while now since I did all the work to it last year in the engine bay. Had suspected it to be the lower inlet gasket leaking causing a misfire and for the poor starting when warm.
Changed aux belt, guide and tensioner whilst I had everything off and changed the PTFE gasket to standard...
Aux belt/inlet gasket change by Jon_KTM, on Flickr
Aux belt change by Jon_KTM, on Flickr
I didn't enjoy the lack of room!
Aux belt by Jon_KTM, on Flickr
Glad I did it now as I noticed this when it was off :S
Whilst I was down there I decided to put back the small arch liner deflectors that sit next to the lower arm as I didn't like all the crap being thrown at the belt whilst driving.
Brake duct by Jon_KTM, on Flickr
Modified to fit the brake ducts
Then went to the annual Surrey RR meet on Saturday as organised by Jon ( Saner ) on here
Was a good turn out and Martin ( v800mjh ) turned up and ran his 135i which gave some impressive results
think you should bring it Saturday to be honest mate 
I know Kyle ( Kyle 86 ) was well happy with his 172 Cup pushing out an impressive 191bhp, think the only Clios with more power had ITB's? Correct me if Im wrong!
Surrey RR by Jon_KTM, on Flickr
Wasn't the best result unfortunately. I was hoping for at least the same as last time with the addition of matched inlets this run.
RR Graphs by Jon_KTM, on Flickr
RR Graphs by Jon_KTM, on Flickr
Comparing the AFRs to last time
RR Graphs by Jon_KTM, on Flickr
It looks as though its running too rich which could explain the starting issue as well. So Im going to borrow a set of injectors from Martin as I suspect mine have finally had enough:quiet:
Did a bit of tarting up on Sunday...
Before
Front brakes before by Jon_KTM, on Flickr
After
Front brakes painted by Jon_KTM, on Flickr
And finally Martin brought along his old dash top and alacantara door cards for me
so the door cards will be going in once I collect the rears from Bedford and the dash top will be a bit of a side project as I plan to make a gauge pod and flock it
Dash top by Jon_KTM, on Flickr
Door cards by Jon_KTM, on Flickr
Just a few more odd jobs to sort out then Bedford Saturday! :race:
Right little bit of catching up to do.
My 182 hasn't been in the best health for a while now since I did all the work to it last year in the engine bay. Had suspected it to be the lower inlet gasket leaking causing a misfire and for the poor starting when warm.
Changed aux belt, guide and tensioner whilst I had everything off and changed the PTFE gasket to standard...
Aux belt/inlet gasket change by Jon_KTM, on Flickr
Aux belt change by Jon_KTM, on Flickr
I didn't enjoy the lack of room!
Aux belt by Jon_KTM, on Flickr
Glad I did it now as I noticed this when it was off :S
Whilst I was down there I decided to put back the small arch liner deflectors that sit next to the lower arm as I didn't like all the crap being thrown at the belt whilst driving.
Brake duct by Jon_KTM, on Flickr
Modified to fit the brake ducts
Then went to the annual Surrey RR meet on Saturday as organised by Jon ( Saner ) on here
Was a good turn out and Martin ( v800mjh ) turned up and ran his 135i which gave some impressive results
think you should bring it Saturday to be honest mate I know Kyle ( Kyle 86 ) was well happy with his 172 Cup pushing out an impressive 191bhp, think the only Clios with more power had ITB's? Correct me if Im wrong!
Surrey RR by Jon_KTM, on Flickr
Wasn't the best result unfortunately. I was hoping for at least the same as last time with the addition of matched inlets this run.
RR Graphs by Jon_KTM, on Flickr
RR Graphs by Jon_KTM, on Flickr
Comparing the AFRs to last time
RR Graphs by Jon_KTM, on Flickr
It looks as though its running too rich which could explain the starting issue as well. So Im going to borrow a set of injectors from Martin as I suspect mine have finally had enough:quiet:
Did a bit of tarting up on Sunday...
Before
Front brakes before by Jon_KTM, on Flickr
After
Front brakes painted by Jon_KTM, on Flickr
And finally Martin brought along his old dash top and alacantara door cards for me
so the door cards will be going in once I collect the rears from Bedford and the dash top will be a bit of a side project as I plan to make a gauge pod and flock itDash top by Jon_KTM, on Flickr
Door cards by Jon_KTM, on Flickr
Just a few more odd jobs to sort out then Bedford Saturday! :race:
Car looks great, the engine bay is something else !
Given me some ideas of what im going to do with my bay
Given me some ideas of what im going to do with my bay
Bit of an update...
This year is all about trying to save so doing small but effective modifications/fixes to the 182
So next job that needed tackling was the cheese front sill jacking points. Having seen the thread on here using a bit of box section I got to work
Jacking point by JonC219, on Flickr
Jacking point by JonC219, on Flickr
No before's but they won't be bending now :clap:
I also swapped the old Powerflex EXH008 mount for 2 EXH001 mounts with the holes pre-moulded. Took a gamble as I wasn't sure if the exhaust was going to sit right but its's perfect now
New mount:
Powerflex exhaust hanger by JonC219, on Flickr
You'll see a pic of how the exhaust now sits in a minute. Much improved.
Whilst I was under the car I swapped the old U-bolt exhaust clamps for some posh Mikalor clamps even though I'll be the only one to see them at least I know they're there!
Mikalor clamp by JonC219, on Flickr
Mikalor clamp by JonC219, on Flickr
Next month's plan is a big detail, so here are some before's of the appalling paint work I have to tackle
Before by JonC219, on Flickr
Before by JonC219, on Flickr
Before by JonC219, on Flickr
Before by JonC219, on Flickr
Before by JonC219, on Flickr
Before by JonC219, on Flickr
Should be fun! Not...:banghead:
I also got 4 new injectors after the mess of the rolling road day and it starts on the button now
Hoping to get it on the rollers again at the end of August just after a service and find the missing 7bhp
Cheers, Jon
This year is all about trying to save so doing small but effective modifications/fixes to the 182
So next job that needed tackling was the cheese front sill jacking points. Having seen the thread on here using a bit of box section I got to work
No before's but they won't be bending now :clap:
I also swapped the old Powerflex EXH008 mount for 2 EXH001 mounts with the holes pre-moulded. Took a gamble as I wasn't sure if the exhaust was going to sit right but its's perfect now
New mount:
You'll see a pic of how the exhaust now sits in a minute. Much improved.
Whilst I was under the car I swapped the old U-bolt exhaust clamps for some posh Mikalor clamps
even though I'll be the only one to see them at least I know they're there!Next month's plan is a big detail, so here are some before's of the appalling paint work I have to tackle
Should be fun! Not...:banghead:
I also got 4 new injectors after the mess of the rolling road day and it starts on the button now
Hoping to get it on the rollers again at the end of August just after a service and find the missing 7bhp
Cheers, Jon
Hanging.com mate
I actually sorted it over the weekend (machine polish and everything!) so will get pics up asap
After pictures of the detail...
I didn't get any during pictures as I just wanted it done! Likewise none of the swirl marks close up but they were not good.
Process was complete decon the day before so Iron-x, Oblitarate, clay, APC all over including shuts etc and 2BM with AF Lather and Halfords sheep skin wash mitt.
Then drove it to my work and gave it a quick once over with the pressure washer to get rid of loose dirt on the way. Inside and taped up then used the rotary with 3M fast cut and 3M yellow polishing pad. Then used the DA with the 3M blue finishing pad and AF Tripple.
Topped with Tough Coat and plastics/tyres dressed with Carpro PERL (really like this stuff, can be used on so many things!). Glass Rain-X'd and exhaust tips shined up with AF Mercury
Detail May '14 by JonC219, on Flickr
Detail May '14 by JonC219, on Flickr
Detail May '14 by JonC219, on Flickr
Detail May '14 by JonC219, on Flickr
Detail May '14 by JonC219, on Flickr
Detail May '14 by JonC219, on Flickr
Detail May '14 by JonC219, on Flickr
Detail May '14 by JonC219, on Flickr
Detail May '14 by JonC219, on Flickr
So pretty happy with how it turned out only bad thing is it now shows up all the car park dents/chips in the paint that I hope to get sorted this year when funds allow
Also gave the engine bay a quick once over
Engine Bay by JonC219, on Flickr
I also finally attached the 197 RenaultSport badge. Back end looks so much better for it IMO
RenaultSport Badge by JonC219, on Flickr
RenaultSport Badge by JonC219, on Flickr
And managed to stick on the newer style RS.RenaultSport stickers I got from @N2Grafix a VERY long time ago!
RS Sticker by JonC219, on Flickr
I like them a lot as they blend in with the anthracite bullets/wheels and darker wing repeaters quite well. My mate didn't even spot them til I pointed them out
Quite pic heavy, but it was due some decent ones really
Next plan is sort the wheels out after the fail of the DIY refurb, and some much needed tyres :S
I didn't get any during pictures as I just wanted it done! Likewise none of the swirl marks close up but they were not good.
Process was complete decon the day before so Iron-x, Oblitarate, clay, APC all over including shuts etc and 2BM with AF Lather and Halfords sheep skin wash mitt.
Then drove it to my work and gave it a quick once over with the pressure washer to get rid of loose dirt on the way. Inside and taped up then used the rotary with 3M fast cut and 3M yellow polishing pad. Then used the DA with the 3M blue finishing pad and AF Tripple.
Topped with Tough Coat and plastics/tyres dressed with Carpro PERL (really like this stuff, can be used on so many things!). Glass Rain-X'd and exhaust tips shined up with AF Mercury
So pretty happy with how it turned out
only bad thing is it now shows up all the car park dents/chips in the paint that I hope to get sorted this year when funds allow Also gave the engine bay a quick once over
I also finally attached the 197 RenaultSport badge. Back end looks so much better for it IMO
And managed to stick on the newer style RS.RenaultSport stickers I got from @N2Grafix a VERY long time ago!
I like them a lot as they blend in with the anthracite bullets/wheels and darker wing repeaters quite well. My mate didn't even spot them til I pointed them out
Quite pic heavy, but it was due some decent ones really
Next plan is sort the wheels out after the fail of the DIY refurb, and some much needed tyres :S
Mikeyjp cheers mate, done a few more bits to it now! Changed the brake ducts slightly as I wasn't happy with them ...
I managed to do a bit more to the Clio in the last few weeks. Thought I'd give the calipers a fresh coat of paint and detail the arches, looks a lot better under there now.
Arch detail/Caliper refurb by JonC219, on Flickr
Arch detail/Caliper refurb by JonC219, on Flickr
Arch detail/Caliper refurb by JonC219, on Flickr
Arch detail/Caliper refurb by JonC219, on Flickr
I also took a hacksaw to the brake duct trumpets in the fog light recesses. I prefer the more subtle look without them stuck on the front.
Brake ducts take 2 by JonC219, on Flickr
Brake ducts take 2 by JonC219, on Flickr
Finally got round to putting the 200 style RS grille badge on the front of the Clio, only took 10 minutes of thinking, another 10 minutes of cutting and filing and it was on and secured with a discreet zip tie
RS Grille Badge by JonC219, on Flickr
RS Grille Badge by JonC219, on Flickr
I also removed all the stickers as I'd had enough of them, just need to get a CS sticker for somewhere now and that will do me. (Kept the wing repeater stickers though)
Added these under the bonnet for jokes but doubt they'll stay on there for long
Stickers by JonC219, on Flickr
If the weather stays good it's getting a good clean on Saturday then a full tank of Vpower Then enjoy it over the weekend!
Cheers
I managed to do a bit more to the Clio in the last few weeks. Thought I'd give the calipers a fresh coat of paint and detail the arches, looks a lot better under there now.
I also took a hacksaw to the brake duct trumpets in the fog light recesses. I prefer the more subtle look without them stuck on the front.
Finally got round to putting the 200 style RS grille badge on the front of the Clio, only took 10 minutes of thinking, another 10 minutes of cutting and filing and it was on and secured with a discreet zip tie
I also removed all the stickers as I'd had enough of them, just need to get a CS sticker for somewhere now and that will do me. (Kept the wing repeater stickers though)
Added these under the bonnet for jokes but doubt they'll stay on there for long
If the weather stays good it's getting a good clean on Saturday then a full tank of Vpower
Then enjoy it over the weekend!Cheers
Clio RS
looks stunning
Cheers mate :smile: Got a few more pictures to add so going through them now!
Alright Danny, that's right I worked at HSC next door but left at the end of November last year! You weren't the one with the other RB 182 were you? You must know Connor as well then, he works at HSC now and I'm good mates with him.
Cheers bud it's looking a bit different now though :smile:
Ta!
UPDATE
So it's been a long while and various things have happened since the last time I wrote on here...
Went on a track day or 2, first being Bedford GT (don't know why there wasn't pictures before)
Also had a spin in Mother's brand new S5, pretty sure it had 1700 miles on the clock when we took it out, if that!
It was fun for a bit but just too easy even with all the ESP turned off and the chassis and engine in 'Sports' mode so didn't stay in it long. Plus I cooked the brakes :tongueout:
Then I got some 172 Cup Turini's refurbed in anthracite (baaaaa) and shod them in ContiSport Contact 2's as I think they are brilliant in everything I've thrown at them. Somehow didn't get pictures of the car on them in the few months they were on though FAIL:weary:
Took them off in November and fitted the tyres back to the knackered 182 Cup wheels that really need a refurb, but these have become the winter hoops
I'll be getting some Yokohama AD08R's for the Turini's in March and they will be the summer wheels.
I did a track evening at Brands Hatch mid September. First time there and thought it was great fun, Paddock Hill what a corner! So much different driving at a circuit with elevation change instead of flat like Bedford. Will definitely be going here again this year and I want to do Donnington as well if I can afford it.
I also got a bit of video:
That pretty much took me up to the end of last year.
Got a couple of bits starting to stack up in the 'car cupboard'
This weekend just gone I put on my full race gear knob, #becauseracecar
Before:
During:
After:
Chucked on my Brembo Max discs from George @g172. , if you need brakes this is the man you talk to!:up:
And a set of bog standard Pagid pads for the road
All off, hub cleaned and sliders re-greased. Caliper suspended with my patented caliper holder :wink:
Old cr*p:
The pads weren't actually too bad but the discs had a monster lip on the inside edge, poor pedal feel.
And shiny new:
Pedal is a lot better even though they still need bedding in so happy once again :grinning: will be swapping the pads out for M1155's when I go out on track for the Season Opener at Bedford.
I also tackled my leaking selector seal once again, HATE this job.
Oh yer, and I also replaced the heater control panel for one that hasn't got all the paint chipped off (can just see the new one in the above pics)
Whilst it was all off I replaced the bulbs for white LED's which look a lot better than the OE orange ones
Got a blue LED conversion to do which I've had for months so will need to tackle that at some point
That's pretty much it but will hopefully have a steering wheel related update next week. Current steering wheel is on but there's wires everywhere as I've got something special planned and I've been playing with the electrics :fearscream:
Cheers!
Tim.
ClioSport Club Member
Another strong update, Jon, keep up the good work, this is a great car!
Cub.
ClioSport Moderator
Lovely car! Are you coming upto Bedford?
Yes Olly and a couple of mates are coming as well.
Got a new toy so wanted to at least do the Opener as I might not have a chance to do many track days after that
Looking forward to seeing yours with the Brembos mate
I was going to pop up to Jamie's whilst yours was in but work got in the way
Cheers for sorting out the thread title as well
Merc A Class
Just bought myself an RB 182 so this thread has been great for some inspiration! What colour are your brake calipers (or link to said item)? They look a spot on match!
