Trophy 259 Progress

[James_H]

Having owned 259 for 6 weeks or so but spent 4 weeks of that abroad working, it was time to sort out the front end of the car. The fog lights were missing and the splitter a mess.







I fitted some new Fog Lights and a Seat Splitter to refresh the front end. I am happy with the result.





Whilst I was under the bonnet, I removed the Bonnet Catch and Secondary Latch, put through the Dishwasher and greased up. I also cleaned up the slam panel behind the bumper and the Wheel Arch liners as they were pretty mucky.

 

[hoolio]

Much tidier. I cannot believe the state of the bonnet catch and striker.

 

[Richjwilliams]

Much better that is, I will chuck up our progress in a bit

 

[Trophy 299]

Car looks much better now but I kinda liked those fog light cold air feeds

 

[James_H]

Replaced a couple more bits today..

- Centre Exhaust Mount had seen better days!



Also replaced some of the clips that hold on the Grill.

 

[hodgy21]

Where did you get the small plastic clips from please?

 

[James_H]

Hi, I actually got them off ebay for convenience... £3.49 delivered for 10. Sure you could get them cheaper from the Dealers.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/271035924513?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649

 

[hodgy21]

Thanks for the help,

I had a quick search on ebay and bought the same ones.

 

[hodgy21]

I know you have already bought your centre exhaust hanger, but there is an updated version which has a red coloured material rather than black. It's supposed to last longer than the old version.

Part number is 77 00 424 341

There is a picture of it about halfway down this page.

http://www.cliosport.net/forum/showthread.php?637997-My-172-Cup-(T5MY-G)-amp-172-Stealth-(T5M-YO)

Sorry if its too late.

 

[James_H]

Washer Jets...

Just replaced the rubbish standard Washer Jets with these:





This is a worthwhile enhancement for around £6 delivered.

The Pipes just pull off the back of the old ones, the old ones just push out and the new ones just clip in... 5 minutes.

[video=youtube_share;c7MUPNWBcOY]http://youtu.be/c7MUPNWBcOY[/video]

 

[James_H]

Perfect, thanks. Next time that exhaust mount breaks I will go for this one. Also bought new rear exhaust hangers and a new CAT to Downpipe seal kit. I will get round to all this shortly.

 

[Mikeyjp]

yo

linky to the washer jets? plz

 

[James_H]

I got them here- http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/230925030935?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649

They are off a Citroen C2 but fit perfectly.

 

[hodgy21]

A nice even spray :up:

 

[James_H]

Exhaust Mounting Refurb Cont...

So after replacing the Centre Exhaust Hanger that was an MOT advisory I noticed when I purchased the car, i observed the exhaust blowing and on inspection everything Manifold back looked a bit rough.

I know the previous owner had fitted a decat but removed before sale... When the CAT was re-fitted the old gaskets, etc had been used.

I ordered the Manifold to CAT Genuine Renault Kit + a new CAT to Centre Section Clamp, along with some high Temp Silicone.



On close inspection of the current Manifold to CAT joint, I noticed no springs and a total bodge.... This was leaking badly. There was also a small blow from the CAT to Centre Section.



So I removed the CAT Completely, cleaned everything up and checked over the CAT which seemed to be in good condition with no cracks, which I had been worried about.

I re-fitted the CAT with the correct Manifold to CAT kit and new CAT to Centre Section clamp, using plenty of silicone on the latter.





I then fired the car up and there were no leaks, the Yozzasport sounded so much better and I was very happy.

At this point, my wife went into labour with my new Son so I quickly cleaned up and went to the hospital. A few hours later I was a proud father.

 

[James_H]

Exhaust Refurb Continued...

So a few days on and things have settled down, so it was time to re-visit the exhaust.

It was clear to see the Twin pipes were not hanging correctly.



And on inspection, the reason was clear to see.



So I fitted 2 new rear hangers.



Which sorted out the look and fixing of the exhaust and was a really easy job.



So now I have effectively replaced just about everything manifold back and exhaust looks and sounds great.

 

[Olliev8]

Looks good, and congratulations on becoming a dad :up: