New 172 mk2 Member

[simonw]

Hi There, Signing in from Hertfordshire.

Couple Of pics of me getting to know the car the best possible way, shortly after buying it .

Soon afterwards I realised I should probably join ClioSport.net for when things start going wrong!

 

[walkie86]

Welcome! Glad to see her being used properly. What are your plans with the car?

 

[k-tec172]

Thats hardcore! Only just got it and straight onto the track you go lol

Welcome

 

[simonw]

The track day was a good shake down as the left side suspension collapsed a few days later lol. Getting in fixed confirmed that it was slightly dodgey to start with and now it handles like a new car.

I'm not going to go nuts with modifying, I upgraded the front brakes for this track day which turned out to be a great idea as when I took them appart it was fitted with Halfords own brand pads! I also got the Cambelt and tensioners done on it for peace of mind.

I will probably fit stiffer springs to reduce body roll and get powerflex bushes as I find the steering a little indirect. Then i have been eyeing an ECU remap just for some lower end reponsiveness but we shall see!