apexmonkey Posted 15, February 2009 Report Share Posted 15, February 2009 Hey fellow RS members! Just bought a black phase two sport a couple weeks ago and loving it. It's an 03 model with 50K on the clock and it ain't too bad. I needed a car after riding around on a mint 748 Ducati for the last five years and although I would have loved to be able to keep both I reckon the Clio fits my needs perfectly. Been into hot hatches for a number of years... AE 86 Twin cam Corolla, Turbo 323, Swift Gti, etc... But the Clio is by far the best. Had the before mentioned cars during my late teens and early 20's but always wanted a Pug 205 Gti. Now being 33 and also not having owned a car almost six years I wanted something a little more modern. The Clio to me is the modern day version of the great 205... I can't seem to grow out of the hot hatch bug! Before I sign off though I have been experiencing a few issues and any advice would be greatly appreciated. The car has a slight shudder/vibration under accelleration in all gears! Could this be engine mounts or something more driveline related. I'm getting it checked out cos it's still under the Statutory warranty but don't want the dealers to come back and say that it's normal! Will be looking forward to meeting like-minded Renaultistas in the future. Cheers and safe apex hunting Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dom Posted 15, February 2009 Report Share Posted 15, February 2009 Welcome Steve ... the Clio is a great weapon and i am you will enjoy your return to four wheels. I havent had a Clio for a few years now, but it sounds like engine mounts. I am sure the boys who better know the Clio will be able to answer your questions. Enjoy mate...and welcome again. What state are you in.... an post some pics of your ride. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
walkie86 Posted 15, February 2009 Report Share Posted 15, February 2009 Welcome! Sounds like engine mounts to me but run a quick search in the technical section. Where are you located Steve? Cheers, Alex Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homerlovesbeer Posted 15, February 2009 Report Share Posted 15, February 2009 hey Steve; Congrats! Having only just bought my 03 about 10 days ago I;m prob not much use on your question but I'm sure the boys here will help you out Cheers Homer EDIT: and pics please lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
griffyn Posted 15, February 2009 Report Share Posted 15, February 2009 Welcome to the community. As echoed above, the engine/gearbox mounts are a known weakness. From stone cold these cars do appear to misbehave, but it's a protective measure for the first couple of minutes Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rmadrid-182 Posted 15, February 2009 Report Share Posted 15, February 2009 Hi Steve, welcome to the forum... the rsc is a great car, I guess if the dealer doesn't find anything wrong, you could meet up with other RSC owners on a social event to compare cars. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
apexmonkey Posted 17, February 2009 Author Report Share Posted 17, February 2009 Thanks for all the hellos! I'm based in the "Shire" about 30mins south of Sydney CBD. Pics will soon appear! Gotta get her running right and I'm sure I will be tagging along to any socials that may arise. Thanks for the opinions with the engine mounts too. May be importing some stuff from K-tec. Let you all know how it goes. Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brendans225 Posted 17, February 2009 Report Share Posted 17, February 2009 welcome to the forum mate, did u buy the one from lincorp? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
benst Posted 17, February 2009 Report Share Posted 17, February 2009 Welcome mate! Pics or ban. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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