calvin01 Posted 19, May 2009 Report Share Posted 19, May 2009 Hi Guys I have finally taken the plunge and satisfied my hot hatch itch, recently adding an 03 Clio to the carport. I originally had my eyes on a friends old Pug 205GTi for a track day special until he decided not to sell. Not being able to find another example in as good a condition, or as cheap, I was surprised to find great deals on Clio's and decided to strectch the budget (eating into a few months play money, without approval from the accountant..) I can honestly say that I am new convert to the amount of fun that can be had in a FWD car. I love the rorty engine, but its all about the steering feel & sense of knowing where all four wheels are. I could live without the torque steer (scarey on Melbournes tramlines) and the lift-off rear oversteer (note that the 12 cartons of wine in back seat on the return from SA solved this..). I am going to look at cost-effective mods over the coming months and will be reading what long term owners have to say. First on the agenda is a stereo upgrade and want to hear of any success stories out there. So look forward to hearing from other RS peoples out there, and keen to get to meets and drives. Happy motoring! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brendans225 Posted 19, May 2009 Report Share Posted 19, May 2009 Welcome to the forum mate! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
griffyn Posted 19, May 2009 Report Share Posted 19, May 2009 Welcome to the community! Torque steer can be cured with a good alignment and engine mounts. Lift-off-oversteer is driver induced just learn to keep your right foot where it should be and it won't happen... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
walkie86 Posted 19, May 2009 Report Share Posted 19, May 2009 ^^^ what he said And welcome! Picsorban Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rmadrid-182 Posted 19, May 2009 Report Share Posted 19, May 2009 ^^^ what he said x 2 should have very little or no torque steer.. And yes, welcome!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homerlovesbeer Posted 19, May 2009 Report Share Posted 19, May 2009 Yey mate! Welcome! See if u can literally keep that sucker on rails in melb then eh Pics! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dovla Posted 19, May 2009 Report Share Posted 19, May 2009 Welcome aboard mate! Enjoy your stay! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MR PEA Posted 21, May 2009 Report Share Posted 21, May 2009 welcome! i actually had quite a scary expirence with tram rails... locked em up at 80kms in very very very wet conditions about 80m from a tram.... lifted of the brakes and yanked the steering wheel left.. got off the tracks and safely slowed down... left a mark in my shorts... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ace225 Posted 21, May 2009 Report Share Posted 21, May 2009 Welcome aboard - good to see another Melbourne RS owner. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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