service

  1. M

    Double Help Needed!!!

    gooday, on the drive to work this sunny morning, makes a change not to be raining, at about twenty mins in the dash flashed up to new warnings 1. the service indicator 2. the traction controll triangle. i was atthe time just motoring down the M25 at 80 touch. when i stopped and restarted the...
  2. S

    Sachs Damper - Bounce Test

    How much should they bounce exactly? Has anyone done a video at all ... Mine seem to move fairly easily - although they were only refurbed 13k ago lol (not by BG)
  3. L

    How much is it worth?

    93000 Looks to have full history Overall good condition. Alcantara door cards And xenons. ?
  4. Gazza

    Front Disc replacement?

    Hi everyone, Have been neglecting my trophy but its time for a service and new front discs. My question is I have ds2500 but they have plenty of life on them, can I just replace the discs and keep the older pads? I assume I would need some extended bedding in but is this expectable? Cheers...
  5. W

    Thoughts on modifications/updates....

    So, after a few months of owning my T I have fallen in love with it. I cant think of anything that comes close for the money. Im going to get mine booked in for a service soon and wondered what if anything would be good to get replaced/refreshed?Dont have to worry about dampers as they have...
  6. B

    Engine oil?

    Changing oil this weekend What's best? 5/30 f/s?
  7. I

    front SACHS

    The dampers came off the car to get the stock springs replaced with Sportilines and found out the right side damper wept some oil. About 36k old, the left side one s in rock hard/perfect working order, right one s on its way to die and would definitely need a refurb. I'm not going for a rebuilt...
  8. son of solo

    Who hasn't re-furbed the dampers yet ?

    Having been looking for another trophy for around a month now and there seems to be quite a few that still havent had the dampers re furbed yet. Just wondering how many on here are still running their cars without problems?
  9. T

    Fix it, engine refurb or give up....?

    Hi Guys, My Trophy is not well. Had it since new with all required servicing and I was just arranging its 72k service when I noticed a new clicking sound coming from the engine. It is most obvious at more than 2500rpm, but can also be heard at idle. It changes (speeds up) based upon engine...
  10. L

    Trophy 234 for sale

    Sadly two other toys, so 234 has to go. 2005 55 reg owned from new all original invoices and file of reciepts. 99,500 miles HPI clear 3 months tax 8 months MOT. Full Renault and Porsche service history. Cambelt and aux belts changed 79k plus aircon gassed. Full service at 94k. New Renaultsport...
  11. S

    Renault Sport Clio 182 For Sale!

    Hi, I'm selling my 2005 RenaultSport Clio 182. This car has only done 27441 miles and is in excellent condition. It has full service history(most with main dealer) and has had only 2 owners. Cleaned once a week and polished, and well looked after. The car had the timing/accessory belts and water...
  12. Johnny E

    Uprate air filter or standard filter

    Im in the middle of buying parts for a service fot the Trophy and thinking of a uprated air filter Any recommendations:up:
  13. P

    rear shocks

    i think i will be in need of some rear shocks soon. what's your thoughts on replacements? i was going to go for koni or original trophy sachs. i've been quoted £113 inc vat + postage for the trophy sachs and £93 inc vat + postage for Koni's. i am tempted by the £40 saving from the trophy...
  14. W

    Advice please

    Hi, Bought the Trophy from my brother before Xmas but the seats are killing my back. Thinking of selling it but not sure of price. The car was bought by me from new and I sold it to my brother about 6 years ago. It's got a full Renault service history, 35k miles, new tyres, recent cambelt...
  15. G

    Taking the plunge

    Hi all, I'm a long time lurker on here, but have never posted anything. Having read the first Trophy reviews years and years ago, I knew I had to have one. A combination of uni, city living, finances and getting married have all slowed down the process. Until now. Money went down on a new T...
  16. J

    Wheel Refurbishment

    I'm looking at getting the original wheels refurbished in the near future but I cannot find a place that will spray them in IXELL paint. I am also wary that by painting them with a water based paint they will bubble again, which I don't want. Has anybody either had theirs refurbished in paint...
  17. W

    Local specialist wanted...

    Anyone know of a specialist in the North East? Need to find the right person/place to take care of my Trophy.
  18. W

    Normal or not normal????????

    I can hear a "tap tap tap" coming from the engine bay of my Trophy when at idle. Also the idle is quite lumpy and uneven. The tapping is actually louder from inside the car than the outside even with the bonnet open. The taps increase with the revs up to say 1500/2000 but then I cant hear...
  19. J

    R-Sport Wimbledon today

    Mine was in for its 60,000 mile service. Anyone on here?
  20. O

    Opie Oils Now Stock Ferodo Brake Products

    5 major new ranges Over 4000 new parts Over 180,000 new recommendations Our Ferodo product range consists of Ferodo Premier Brake Pads, Ferodo Premier Brake Shoes, Ferodo ThermoQuiet Brake Pads, Ferodo Service Line Brake Pads, Ferodo Premier Brake Discs, Ferodo Van Brake Pads, Ferodo Brake Shoe...
  21. B

    Buying a 55plate trophy

    Hey folks new on this form I am away to buy a 182 trophy on a 55plate at the weekend I have never Owned on befour are there things to look for? It has 65k on it and full service history belts been done and Jst serviced at 61k it's in good condition a few stone chips on the bonnet and little...
  22. D

    Rubber slam panel bonnet seals brand new

    Brand new rubber seal that fits on the slam panel the bonnet seal ,you know the one that is usually split or dropping to bits or sticks to your bonnet when you open it Not oem but better fit and a better seal than the crappy std one. this part is £24+ from reno . £10 each inc first class rec...
  23. polarbert

    Recaro Seat Back Slide Handle?

    Does anyone know where I can get a replacement? Its the little plastic thing that you lift up in order to move the seats forward to get into the back. The passenger side one has snapped off. I went into a Renault dealer and was told that they were £38 because you have to order another part...
  24. M

    131 goes to Mark Fish tomorrow!!!!!

    Just thought I would do an update from a myself, a new owner member of a trophy re 131. Picked T up from Wales last Wednesday , first to see did buy! Great price but as always there is a snag, not deliberate by the seller more like the things to do when you get a second hand performance car! On...
  25. M

    Spark plugs-fr rr Discs-HELP

    Being new to the forum and a trophy virgin i thught i would ask some questions with the people that Know. 1.what is the best source for service parts i.e. sparks/brembo discs and pagid or ferrodo pads? 2.the rear wheel brgs are shot on my 131, so are being replaced, question is they are noisey...
  26. PS CUP

    Trophy wanted!

    Low mileage Trophy wanted! I've missed 2 now! I would really like one between 30k to 45K miles must be imaculate and from a good home! . Cash waiting for the right car. Please PM me if you are thinking of selling. Many thanks Pete
  27. slippy

    Brand new Renault parts, Brakes, service items, spark plugs. Grab a Bargin

    Hello all im new to this forum but bare gifts to all (well not for free :p) I have loads genuine renault parts that i won't be needing any time soon so thought I let someone else get them cheap. Ill list them all seperatly, can post but with extra charges. Send Pm for any more questions...
  28. Cubo-Futurist

    Trophy #131

    Clio TROPHY 131/500 35,200 miles Full Renault History, belts done by independent specialist, immaculate Recaro's and superb throughout. Full service and MOT carried out in September 2011. £5,500 ovno - first to see will no doubt buy. 07967116312
  29. M

    Couriers

    who can reccomend a good, cheap courier for sending SACH Dampers in the post?
  30. T

    For Sale: No. 71

    Renault Clio Renaultsport 182 Trophy No. 71 of 500 48,600miles Bought in Nov 2009, selling because we need a bigger car for a dog (good lady wants one for her bday in March!). Won’t need any further money spending on it until tax at the start of July and then service/MOT in November...
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