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    Steering angle sensor reset?

    I damaged the clockspring (angle sensor) when I had the steering rack off and turned the steering wheel - I know. Anyway, it threw up the ASR/ESP fault so I bought a new angle sensor, fitted it today, and still the same warnings on the dash. I have driven the car up the road, turned from lock to...
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    TL4 differential bearing preload setting?

    Hi, does anybody happen to know what the differential bearing preload should be set to? (TL4 Clio 197/200 gearbox) I'm replacing the standard diff with a gripper diff, and fitting new bearings. None of the renault literature I can find gives a bearing preload setting. The closest I can find...
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    Gearbox Linkage

    Hi, Does anybody have a diagram & parts list for the linkage on top of the gearbox? (Clio 200 Cup) I've spotted a horribly corroded spring & odd looking plastic linkage, which I would like to change as a precaution. Cheers, Skip
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    Front hub upper swivel joint removel

    Hi, I am currently refreshing the front suspension on the Clio 200 Cup. The bottom ball joints are easy enough to press out of the hubs (i have a 10ton press). I applied some gentle heat first and they slid out nicely. However, I have come to press out the upper swivels and I just can't see...
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    ASBO brake pads

    I'm taking my 200 Cup off the road, to be used as a full time track toy. Any recommendations for the most honest-to-god obnoxiously noisy brake pads?
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    Advice - Bridgestone RE050A

    I recently did a trackday at Anglesey in my 200 Cup, with Bridgestone RE050A tyres (standard size). Standard suspension, mental brake pads. The weather was dry and actually quite warm. While the tyres warmed up quickly and seemed to grip well, they seemed to go off after 6 or 7 laps. I could...
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    200: Great dealer experience - Renault St.Helens Arnold Clark

    Just thought I'd chip in a note about Renault in St.Helens - Arnold Clark. I've used these for servicing and tyres for the last four years, after a bad experience trying to save money with a local independent. Service & MOT at said dealer costs me about £120 from memory, and they seem to price...
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    Front tyre wear - inside edges

    I've noticed the tyres on the front of my 200 Cup have gone bald around the inside edges, maybe first 1.5" of tread. The tyres are generally well worn, maybe 2mm above wear indicators elsewhere, and the wear is the same on both sides of the car. Question is, is this normal owing to negative...
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    Cup Racer brake pads?

    A while ago I aquired a set of Clio Cup Racer brake pads. They are made by Ferodo and say "Clio Cup" on the back along with something about them not being for road use..... What are they like on the road? Are they dangerous when cold or can you live with them?
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    I want noisy brakes

    I know this is childish, but I refuse to grow up. I want a new set of brake pads, front & rear...........but I want them to be, erm, noisy. Any ideas?
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    Please recommend a detailer local to Warrington

    Please recommend a detailer local to Warrington. A friend is going away for a week so wants to leave his car with the detailer, also need wheels re-spraying (colour change). Any good recommendations? Thanks
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    Wheel refurb in Cheshire

    I've bought a set of 197 wheels and am looking to get them refurbed in satin black. Can anybody recommend somebody in the Chester/Warrington/Northwich area? Not bothered if Trade or Private. PM me or reply to the thread?
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    How loud?

    I'm planning to make a replacement back box for my 200 that does away with any silencing. I can weld/fabricate etc. Will use straight ss pipe to run from the mid section to one of the rear diffuser outlets and support accordingly. Call it a back box delete, if you will. The centre box and cats...
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    Will a re-map improve fuel economy?

    As per title. I am fairly sure my 200Cup runs rich, and is therefore slightly thirstier than it might be otherwise. If I have the car re-mapped (rolling road, custom map), by somebody who knows that they are doing, can I expect to see an improvement in mpg? I used to work at a place...
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    Engine under tray square inspection cover

    Not sure if this is the right section but, I've just been under my Clio 200 for a look, and I'm fairly sure there should be a square cover where you access the sump plug. Can anybody supply me with a replacement? I've tried Renault, but they will only sell me a complete engine undertray in...
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    Car vandalised

    Some degenerate misfit kicked the drivers side wing mirror off my Mrs's car last night - even snapped the wiring loom. [2010 Mk.3 facelift Clio 1.2] It looks like the main black plastic casing is broken where it hinges - does anybody have any pictures which might help me to bodge it back...
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    Brake Pads - Carbotech XP8's

    I bought these pads recently through www.partsmeister.net I thought I'd offer my two pennies worth as I'm not aware of many people using them. Ferodo DS2500 seem to be more popular. They work fine on the road and were seemingly fade proof on a recent track day at Oulton Park. I was running...
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    Pictures - Oulton Park 24/02/2012

    Has anybody got any photos from fridays Oulton Park Trackday (24/02/2012) I noticed somebody taking pictures of me from the pit wall. I'm hoping its a middle-aged nymphomaniac recently divorced woman.....but it might just be a forum member taking cool pics. Anyway, would love to see the...
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    Better seats

    I did a track day today at Oulton and my only complaint was the lack of support offered by the standard 200 seats. I'm considering fitting some racing seats and harnesses but I want the finished installation to look 'factory' and also avoid any MOT quibbles further down the road. Any...
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    Should I change brake fluid before a track day?

    I'm doing a trackday next Friday at Oulton. I have an 18 month old 200 Cup. Should I change the brake fluid for 5.1 stuff? I'll be running Carbotech XP8 pads too.