dann2707 Posted August 18, 2015 Report Share Posted August 18, 2015 Nah mate, do want to at some point though. I like the catches for the bumper. It would be cool to go that route on the leon, because that front bumper will always need removing and is a massive pain to get back on. You neeeeeeed to try one. You'll be hooked I bet you! They're slow in a straight line but when you get to a corner you're winning. I think k curby was a testament to that Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdamR28 Posted August 18, 2015 Report Share Posted August 18, 2015 Then have a go in a RWD car and realise they are miles better 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wrayvon Posted August 18, 2015 Report Share Posted August 18, 2015 (edited) Talking of which, I took a picture of mine the other day: (very much like my profile picture in fact...). Whilst I am at it, here is a before and after pic of my wheels (refurbed them - not the best finish but they'll do). And another, sans bumper - (was replacing light ballast). Edited August 18, 2015 by Wrayvon 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ash-Kennard Posted August 18, 2015 Report Share Posted August 18, 2015 You neeeeeeed to try one. You'll be hooked I bet you! They're slow in a straight line but when you get to a corner you're winning. I think k curby was a testament to that I think my new liking of them is due to all the Clio propaganda you have been posting recently! I wouldn't mind a go in one. but I wouldn't be kicking it as hard as I drive the leon, as its not mine, so I'm sure I wont defect to frenchland. I really wanna see how the leon performs at curborough soon. new suspension, tyres and brakes since last time, shame I wont have more power in by then though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dann2707 Posted August 19, 2015 Report Share Posted August 19, 2015 Yeah I'm not sure what ever happened with curby! Would be cool to have something soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdamR28 Posted August 19, 2015 Report Share Posted August 19, 2015 Nobody replied to the thread which has a list of new proposed dates! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ross McArthur Posted August 19, 2015 Report Share Posted August 19, 2015 Heard the hand brake motor trundling along the ground this morning over the radio. Had to pull over to re-secure it. Must go and get that fixed... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dann2707 Posted August 19, 2015 Report Share Posted August 19, 2015 Nobody replied to the thread which has a list of new proposed dates! I could have sworn I was the last person to post in it! Bump itttttt Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdamR28 Posted August 19, 2015 Report Share Posted August 19, 2015 You could always bump it Cars on the dyno today, all going well until the operator stalled it and now it won't start again. Great... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dann2707 Posted August 19, 2015 Report Share Posted August 19, 2015 I tried finding it but alas, nothing! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LiamWood! Posted August 19, 2015 Report Share Posted August 19, 2015 I tried finding it but alas, nothing! Bumped it for you Dan. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Posted August 19, 2015 Report Share Posted August 19, 2015 Update on the downpipe. Turns out its a poorly welded unit, not been jigged up correctly. I guess that's what you get for buying a cheap "direnza" dp! Old dp is now back on... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
isitafox Posted August 20, 2015 Report Share Posted August 20, 2015 Mission the sort the knackered rear shock is on, ordered a set of coilovers last night. Just need to sort some LCR top mount bushes to go on at the same time! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MartMini Posted August 20, 2015 Report Share Posted August 20, 2015 (edited) Love that i'm not the only one on the 'oh dear one shock is leaking, need to buy a full set of coilovers' bandwagon Edited August 20, 2015 by MartMini 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jolfa Posted August 20, 2015 Report Share Posted August 20, 2015 Similar but opposite, our Hilux rear dampers are absolutely shot so the correct thing to do when we do finally sort it is a 2-3" lift kit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luke Rainbird Posted August 20, 2015 Report Share Posted August 20, 2015 Love that i'm not the only one on the 'oh dear one shock is leaking, need to buy a full set of coilovers' bandwagon You waited until a shock was leaking?! I just figured mine were a little tired and emptied my bank account! Finally got around to heading out for a quick drive in the Leon this morning after being crazy busy with house/regatta stuff for the past 4-5 days. All feels much more together and nice and tight with the new coilovers, poly bushes and solid top mounts but I've got a bit of rotational grinding that's wheel speed dependent. Hoping it's just where I've had the brakes off and they're sitting slightly out from where they were prior to removal, but if it persists I'll have to investigate further. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JD™ Posted August 20, 2015 Report Share Posted August 20, 2015 Potentially stupid question here, but we all know I love a stupid question about cars. To limit the rear wheel travel, I could put something between the damper and bump stop, right? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luke Rainbird Posted August 20, 2015 Report Share Posted August 20, 2015 Like another bump stop, yes. You really want your spring/damping rates to be matched though, such that they've pretty much stopped the travel by that point rather than just careering into the new bump stop at speed making for an uncomfortable ride and being horribly unsympathetic to the car Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JD™ Posted August 20, 2015 Report Share Posted August 20, 2015 I just want a quick and dirty way to stop my arches rubbing until I can get it into a buddy who can't fit my car in for a couple of months. Bloody country roads... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luke Rainbird Posted August 20, 2015 Report Share Posted August 20, 2015 Related news: I pulled these off the new coilovers before I fitted them, as I don't plan on going low enough to need them. These are from my fronts though, so depends on your setup I suppose. From memory they're a 22mm damper fitting, so if there's a way to make them suit your application you're more than welcome to them and see if they help Edit; They sit on the damper and effectively restrict it's maximum travel. Seem to restrict by around 13mm or so each, so a max of around an inch per side. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JD™ Posted August 20, 2015 Report Share Posted August 20, 2015 They may well work – I'll have a measure of the ones on the car when I get back to it and see if that'd work. Thanks for the offer! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luke Rainbird Posted August 20, 2015 Report Share Posted August 20, 2015 Drop me a PM if they're likely to fit/help and let me know where to send them 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CurtisRider Posted August 20, 2015 Report Share Posted August 20, 2015 Went to see my friend John to collect a bonnet and gearbox and check out his supercharged 924.I think my car needs to go lower and needs more oooomph! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete.M Posted August 20, 2015 Report Share Posted August 20, 2015 I'd be interested to see it photoshopped with the sill area painted white. Can't tell whether it would work or not. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luke Rainbird Posted August 20, 2015 Report Share Posted August 20, 2015 Embarrassingly poor 30 second 'shop, but something like this: 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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