Recent content by Simon7

It had came loose due to the retaining bolt de-threading the hole, so had to be drilled into and a longer bolt fitted. Worked as it was and remained tight. It is thought that the coil pack was already damaged, and was just a matter of time.

This is the coil pack. As you can see ruined. Ordered new ones, need to change the spark plug to but having issues with the correct size socket. I believe it is 14mm deep socket, but the one i have does not fit down the hole. Any advice? Also, still after answers to the previous questions.

Was driving along and engine starting riding rough, engine light flashing and number of warnings occurred. Checked engine, noticed 1 of the coil packs was releasing a bit of air, looked into it was wrecked... Question 1: what could have caused it? Question 2: Will it be a case of...

Been doing up a house to sell on and need an injection of a bit of cash, and unfortunately the clio is not a necessity.

Cheers, much appreciated :thumbup1:

Unfortunately, I am being forced to part with the 197 :'( i need a relatively quick sale, so if anyone has got any pointers to get it to sell, and also realistic prices would be much appreciated. She is a black 197, 56 plate, 58000miles, with K&N 57i filter, climate control, non-recaro, great...

Cambelt is fairly overdue on my 197. So I'm getting it done ASAP. I know to get the cam belt and aux belt done, both kits ordered. Just the water pump to get. Is there anything else that may as well get done at the same time? A full list would be good, so I know exactly and can get prices. Also...

Great, cheers mate

:thumb1: Where did you get the work done?

I was driving along when i heard a crack and a scrubbing noise coming from underneath near front right wheel. I s**t myself!! :scared: Pulled over, not knowing what to expect. From what i could see is the guard that protects underneath the engine bay had half snapped off. I have no idea how...

Hi everyone. Name is Simon or 'Si'. First just a quick thanks to jase for sorting out my account etc. I have not long become a first time proud owner of a clio, a 56 plate rs197 in black to be more specific. I instantly had a smile on my face driving it, especially through the winding roads...