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  1. j!mbob

    Getting Ball Joint Out of the Front Hub

    Use a weighty hammer to break the taper of the ball joint!
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    Which lsd VAL?

    I use a Val diff, no complaints here Would advise a quick refurb on the box whilst there, at a minimum 3rd+4th synchro, 3 seals, input shaft bearings and diff bearings Need to measure diff shim required, a couple of ways to skin a cat but i used Matts shims from Supreme as the Renault ones are...
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    Fix for water on top of engine?

    I have used an RTV silicone in the hole around the underside of both washer jets, so far so good I also have a 3d printer and debated creating some sort of "gutter"
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    My First Renault - Clio 197 Weekend/Track Toy Project

    Awesome build thread! Definitely going to keep an eye!
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    Half cage and cargo space question

    See my build thread Safety devices r020 bolt in rear cage with horizontal bar - set of 4 wheels fit in with plenty of space. i Stand them upright next to eachother :smile:
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    CLIP in Hertfordshire

    Inbox me mate
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    CLIP in Hertfordshire

    I'm in Bovingdon, can do it for beer tokens one day
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    CLIP in Hertfordshire

    Where abouts are you?
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    Renaultsport R27 0465

    Very interested to see how this fits, I have cut the legs off my rad support so unsure if this will secure Look forward to the results :)
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    Abs resistance readings?

    Easiest way if you have access to a code reader is check fault codes and read live data for each corner, once you know the corner double check its sensor rather than pickup ring :)
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    Jimbobs RB 197 Track focused!

    So 3 days after the remap we had an evening at Brands Hatch - Brilliant track! Also bought a ZPO shifter - wow! Why didn't I buy one of these before! Next track day is Castle Combe 17th August :smiley:
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    Jimbobs RB 197 Track focused!

    Remap completed yesterday down at Engine Dynamics, Chuffed with the results. Other than additional power, the drivability and smoothness has improved greatly! Definitely recommend! 198.2hp - Nice to know the engine is healthy :smile:
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    Jimbobs RB 197 Track focused!

    Pics from a very hot Snetterton! Performed well with no problems! Brands hatch and castle combe booked Remap also booked in with Andy @ Engine Dynamics :smile:
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    Jimbobs RB 197 Track focused!

    So since last post I have managed to spend some time on the car. Have done the following: -Fitted rear tow strap -Remove rad support mount and cut off legs and paint -Fitted front Renault Sport splitter -Flocked the dash -Larger customer pedals with grip tape -Speedline wheels added -3D printed...
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    CLIP Airbag Decoding Help Please

    I have access to a friends ebay special, but do you have a link to the one you purchased? At least I know it'll work!
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    Lewis's RB Clio 197

    Looks good! Did you cut the legs of flush and weld up the holes? or does it not leave any holes behind? :)
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    Jimbobs RB 197 Track focused!

    Update: -Black headlights fitted -LED nighteye h1 dipped beam bulbs - MUCH better + Beam pattern is good -Front door cards made from scratch with 1.5mm ABS plastic -Thin campervan carpet glued down in front footwells to save floor being ruined! -Turbogauge (Scangauge copy) fitted for live data...
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    Milan's Clio 197 Tracktool

    Just read through! Great build thread! I am looking to do a battery relocation, what gauge wire did you use? and which amp inline fuse @ battery end? and what did you use as a junction block to attach it to the original terminal in the engine bay? Thanks for any help!
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    Jimbobs RB 197 Track focused!

    For those that were interested, dropped the column down by approx. 8mm Cannot go any further without modifying (grinding off the retaining tabs at the front and back left) It has security hooks that limit the amount It can drop off the studs I removed all 4 nuts, dropped the column off by...
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    Jimbobs RB 197 Track focused!

    Hopefully remove it from the studs then add a spacer, will let you know how I get on! Also yet to fit the turbo gauge either!