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  1. mdking

    Finding my old 197

    Afternoon all, I haven't been on here for quite sometime, after selling my old 197 I moved into the VW group. Having looked the build threads, I'm curious to see if my 197 is still around.. Reg MA57 UJY Thanks Matt
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    197: RB Clio 197 spotted

    Parked up in Caterham today around 5pm. Very nice :)
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    Time to say Bye to the Clio :(

    Well, Its confirmed, time to say au revoir to the Clio next saturday. And Hallo to my new companion. I have enjoyed the Clio Since 2011 and to be fair, not much has gone wrong. The occasional cold winters morning, when the brakes are a pain. And the gearbox is not at it best. However, with...
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    Polishing by hand

    Hi all, I have been using AF Triple and AG SRP for a while now. Just wanted to see if anyone else had any suggestions on a good hand polish? Cheers Matt
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    Squeaky Squeaky

    Seem to be getting this squeaking noise from the steering wheel. Any ideas? It doesn't do it when I first start driving. After 5 mins it seems to start. At slow speeds. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RutEX7BZDic&feature=youtu.be
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    Car tyres

    Just a quick question. I will be needing 2 new front tyres soon. I was under the impression you should always have the newest tyres on the rear of the car. Is that correct? Matt
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    detailing in kent

    I know KDS detailing are ane of the best for car detailing. But is there any other car detailers in Kent? Matt
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    Be careful where your walking....

    Slipped on some black ice yesterday eveing and dislocated my shoulder again. I slipped on quite a steep hill. When the ambulance turned up, they parked up to come and treat me. Only to hear and see that the ambulance was creaking and moving down the hill. All 3 paramedics were slipping on...
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    £1000 car challenge

    Hi all, The other half is looking for a car. She is starting her GTP this year so money will be tight. Looking for a cheap to run, but a well built car. I have been looking at 206's and VW polo's. But any suggestions would be appreciated. Matt
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    197: Warranty Direct

    Just looking at a Car Warranty. And came across Warranty Direct. I know most people just save a nominal amount each month and just save it away until its needed. But has any one used them before? Matt
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    Gw 200

    Spotted GW 200 I think the reg started w800... Spotted near Bowness pier
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    SG 200 spotted

    SG 200 spotted in Windermere hotel.... :)
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    Alloy Touch up paint

    Hi all, I have a few marks on one of my alloys.. The alloy is in gloss black, has anyone got any recommendations on a good Touch up stick? Matt
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    197 Projector lights

    Hi all, I have just noticed that one of my front headlight (side light blub) is not working correctly. Looks like I have LED sidelights lights (came with the car) The LED has around half of the bulbs not working First question: 1. Where can i get replacement LED's 2. What...
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    LY 197 ilfracombe

    As above LY 197 in ilfracombe today around 4pm
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    Xl tyres

    I know this has been covered in other threads. But with some saying you need to run them at higher psi. And some saying normal psi is fine. So do XL tyres need to be run at a higher psi in normal day to day driving? As non XL tyres (front) run at 32 :s Matt
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    Exhaust Tick Tick Tick

    Hi all, Recently noticed the standard exhaust making a ticking (Type) of noise. Any ideas? The car is stationary... Youtube Link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8v-iCNvHtiI&feature=plcp
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    Inside the McLaren Technology Centre

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gVGlqjCufMY 20mins well spent!
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    Oh dear....

    Now I am probably going to get a ribbing for this. Ever since I brought 197 in sept 2011, i have always had a soft spot for the Honda Civic Type r (FN2). I have always liked the interior and the styling. For some reason, i did not fully look into one before i brought the clio. I suspect...
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    Surrey Rolling Road meet

    Hi all, I thought i would see if any other members wanted to go to a Rolling Road meet soon. I am trying to organise one in July. http://www.clio197.net/forum/showthread.php?t=22639 Please follow the link above. 8)