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In this topic, I am going to post all the updates since the beginning, starting with the introduction:


After 7 years of owning my lovely white 1993 405 T16, I've had to make a big change and sell it to fund something
more reliable, newer and with more boot space for my bicycles. The T16 went to the UK and I was on a lookout
for a 307, firstly an SW, but then i decided to get an ordinary Estate. I'd gone off of an idea of getting a diesel
powered car and wanted a relaxed drive, so I narrowed my choice to a 2.0 16v with Automatic transmission
and full optional equipment.



The trouble was, when I entered that info in mobile.de, I found only six cars with those properties, out of more than
1500 307 Estates for sale ;), so when I got a call from someone local who offered me exactly what I'd been after,
freshly imported from SUI and registered (and for a very good price), I've had to take it, eventhough it was the only
"colour" that I didn't want to get, doh.


So there you go, a nice, 5-year old at the time of purchase (a year and a half ago) 307, which is above my average
owned car age by far .



The same colour scheme as the T16, but 10 years, 85 bhp and 2 driven wheels less ;). It's packed with equipment,
starting with a sequental automatic (4-speed) gearbox, ABS, ESP, GPS, GSM, MP3, board computer, automatic aircon,
all 4 automatic windows, electric folding mirrors etc etc, just lacking half-leather seats I've had in all my cars so far .


After a mandatory checkup, oil and filter change and tracing the horrible knocking sound to one of the ARB bushes,
the car was ready for the road and I was ready to start customising it accoring to my vision of what a 307 Estate was
supposed to look like to begin with .


Photos here: http://photos.cybernck.com/307breaknck

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I suspect someone from Peugeot management comes along when the car design is finished
and orders the engineers to raise the car by 10 cm's or something, as the height of new cars
in general, especially Peugeots, looks really artificial, compared to the car shape. At least from
my designer's point of view.



And not just that but the body roll and suspension travel made for a boat-like driving "pleasure".
Maybe it's down to me, as I'm used to sporty cars (205 GTI and 405 T16) but driving the 307
made me sick, quite literally, and I was scared to take corners. Luckily, the cure for the sickness
and the design error came from the UK in a form of a Jamex coilover kit:




Mounting it was a straight-forward j** for Brkic Servis guys and here's the result:



This has completely transformed the way the car handles - excessive body roll pretty much
eliminated, sharper turn-in, faster shock absorbing etc - and was definitely worth the money,
but it has also shown that the "balloon" tyres will have to be replaced with something that will
work better in conjunction with the coilovers.


Photos here: http://photos.cybernck.com/307breaknck


And the story continues...

[cybernck]

After I fitted the coilovers - the wheels and tyres were next on the list. I tried out my 307 CC
Challenger wheels (6.5x17" ET31) that I bought a few years ago with the intention of fitting
them on my "future" 307 ;). I couldn't get hold of the 205/50/17 tyres (OE size), so I tried them
on with 205/45/17, but they were skinny for the 307's arches thus I decided to take them off.




My 205 GTI needed a new battery, so I nicked it from the 307, which I replaced with a new
Varta Silver Dynamic 63Ah battery. That was a perfect timing as I was just about to start
fitting some audio equipment - a mixture of what I've already had and what I was able to
get in exchange for some work . The original 307's 6-speaker audio system is horrible,
much worse than some other manufacturers' I'd say - and with an equally crappy preparation
for a better system (front woofers mounted on a rattly door card and with next to no volume
to work from).




For the front speakers I got Ground Zero Titanium mk2 16.5 cm / 6.5" component speakers,
while for the rears I got 13 cm / 5" coaxials, from the same GZ range. The amplifier for the
front speakers (and a fututre sub-woofer) is an old but nice Magnat Rave 440, while the
headunit is an old trusty Kenwood cassette player with a 10 CD changer - this is my third
car I've installed it in .



The 307 is now a much nicer place to be in .


Photos here: http://photos.cybern...breaknck?page=3


Next update soon...

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While searching high and low for a subwoofer to suit my taste, I tried out several different
10" and 12" subwoofers but none of them was what I'd been looking for. What they've all
had it common was a vented (bassreflex) enclosure. I figured out I need a sealed box
setup and then this puppy came along:



Focal 33A 13-inch subwoofer in a compact sealed box. It worked like a dream and I've always
had a dream of having Focal speakers, so that was it! I also got a Kenwood 10 CD MP3 changer
and a 2-changer switcher with an additional AUX in. One of the small but important things I had
done was getting rid of the horrible licence plate holders and rivetting the plates on the car.


And then the BIG news, in every way - I got my new wheels! They are a replica of one of
my favourite wheels of all time - Arospeed RSGT. I went for graphite grey with polished rim
in 7.5x18" ET15 and with 225/40/18 tyres - they look great both off and on the car and fill
the arches perfectly.



Together with the coilovers, the car now feels and handles exactly as I wanted - very tight.
I later lowered the front of the car by further 10-15 mm to get a near-perfect stance.
And like the coilovers, the wheels came from the UK as well .


Photos here: http://photos.cybern...breaknck?page=4


Next update soon!

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I decided to keep going with the Focal theme throughout the car, so I purchased nearly new
Focal 130CA (5"/13cm coaxials) speakers for the rear doors. Not that I will hear them much
but rear passengers may do.



Entry-level Focals versus entry-level Ground Zeros. Focals are more sensitive, go a touch deeper
have clearer mid-range and have a much more detailed tweeter. Focals also have bigger magnet,
wider and softer rubber suspension and swivel tweeter.


I also purchased and retrofitted a cruise control stalk, as I hate keeping my foot steady for hours
on highways. It's almost a plug & play affair, at least on my car, with throttle-by-wire and automatic
gearbox, only actions required are a small mod to a lower steering column cover and setup in BSI.



I've shown a step-by-step installation guide in the gallery, so take a look, if you're interested.


And finally, you can check the new ride height (after recent lowering) and see some interesting photos too:




Photos here: http://photos.cybern...breaknck?page=5

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Focal 165 K2P component speaker set - pretty expensive, but once I heard them in action,
I simply couldn't listen to my Ground Zeros anymore and had to get them. I found a brand new
set in the UK. Very lucky find, as they're not in production anymore and used sets fetch high prices.



Midrange speaker with kevlar membrane, very detailed tweeters and adjustable crossovers.
Can't believe I actually have them now, as I've been dreaming about their predecessors (165K),
many years ago!



I managed to fit them onto the door cards, only just. They sound brilliant but will require proper
installation to make most out of them. I won't waste words trying to describe the difference
between them and my previous speakers.


Next, I fitted some frameless "aero" wiper blades but the other big news in this update is
a set of TSW Pace 7x18" ET18 wheels, that I got in exchange for my 17" Challengers:



They suit the car nicely and completely change the appearance, but they're up for sale,
as I prefer my RS-GTs .


And finally, a photo of modified vs standard:



Modified wins .


Photos here: http://photos.cybern...breaknck?page=6

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I decided to go full-on with the audio system, so I got a matching subwoofer for my
front speakers - Focal 33KX - 13-inch subwoofer in a custom sealed enclosure.
Kevlar membrane, dual voice coil, multiple magnets and the enclosure with more
volume than my last one - sounds amazing!




Cheap chinese rear parking sensors off eBay - a bit "paranoid" (i.e. too sensitive) but
should do their j**. After marking the sensor locations, the bumper was drilled using
the supplied drill-bit.



A couple of holes had to be cut in the steel bar behind the bumper, for the inner pair of
parking sensors to sit in. Peugeot had already made a couple of holes for this reason,
but unfortunately their sensor arrangement was different to mine.




Then I turned my attention to removing the front bumper - not to install parking sensors,
but to change the headlights (not too clever a design)! I wanted black headlights but decided
against spraying my own set, so I got a brand new pair of black aftermarket headlights.
I chose the rare version with OE-style reflectors, instead of small HID-style lenses
(that everybody seems to go for). They've got "angel eyes" or "halo rings" - perhaps
a bit tacky, but they don't look bad and they're barely visible in daylight anyway.




Then I "bit the bullet" and finally made up my mind about spraying the exterior trim in white,
so I removed all of the black trim. Temporarily swapped the TSWs for my father's 406 Coupe
Hoggars (7x16" ET12 - nice and wide) . Work in progress, but you can get an idea of what
it will look like when finished.




The conclusion of this phase of mods will be revealed soon .


Photos here: http://photos.cybern...breaknck?page=7

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In the meantime, I sold the original 16" Ariane wheels I got with the car and bought
another set of 17" Challengers, this time with the adequate 205/50/17 tyres.



And then I got busy again - rust on the rear steel bar eliminated, tailgate debadged,
all the bits picked up from the body shop and finally, everything put back on the car,
including parking sensors and wiring.




The new "face". The car looks rejuvenated, doesn't it? I now can't believe that I've ever
doubted if spraying the trim is the way to go! Looking really nice sunbathing and with
the Challengers on (obviously the nicest wheel design for 307s). Really fresh and modern
apperance, while still not looking modified:




And then some more photos, with RS-GTs back on again. The wheels and headlights are
in contrast with the body. It definitely requires a bit of getting-used-to, after having the
Challengers on for some time. Shame it was a dull day too.



The appeareance has definitely changed from non-modified to subtly-modified, especially
with a debadged/clean tailgate. I've intentionally left the Pug lion on. I need to do something
about that antenna though, it makes it look like a radio-controlled car .


And now... the conclusion - I'm really glad I've gone through with spraying the trim and
definitely won't be looking back! I'm curious to hear your opinion on this?


Photos here: http://photos.cybern...breaknck?page=8

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This year I've mostly been into cycling and then recovering from a non-cycling injury,
so this project had taken a back seat for a while, but nevertheless, here's a quick update.


I picked up Compomotive MO 7x17" ET15 wheels with 205/40/17 tyres, destined for 205 Mi32.
The 307 looked rather hardcore with it, I loved the looks.




Unfortunately, one of the front shock absorbers top mounts gave up the ghost (and the other
one was on it's way out). It took the wiper linkage out with it as well. I got them changed, but
I'll have to make some custom alloy ones, as the same thing will happen again sooner or later...




Back on 18's again. This time on TSW's. They suit the car much better now the trim is white.




That's it for now but you can expect a few more exciting updates soon .


Photos here: http://photos.cybern...breaknck?page=9

[cybernck]

Hello everyone! There was a distinct lack of updates in this topic due to a vast disappointment
that came to me last year in a form of engine failure, which killed my enthusiasm as well, but now
I'm back on track with this little project. So, let's see what happened with this EW10 engine.


One morning, the engine had seized and evetually started up, running on three cylinders and
vigorously knocking. Having exhausted all the other options, I've had to get the car transported
to a Peugeot garage.



Guys at Brkic Servis feared the worst, as the coolant expansion tank was empty, meaning it
could be a case of a hydro-lock. They quickly removed and dismantled the engine.


The head showed no signs of damage and the head gasket didn't have any obvious indications
of failure either. Still, the head was sent off for a rebuild and a leak-down test.



Moving onto the bottom end, the problem was obvious - first cylinder (from the cambelt side)
was a few milimeters down the bore, which meant a bent conrod :-(.


Bent in all three dimensions! Luckily, the crank escaped unharmed. A replacement conrod and
piston were sourced. We then decided to make a full service on the engine, so replaced the
timing belt and tensioners, water pump, all the gaskets, seals etc as well.



Back together - running sweet and I should be without worries now. The thing is, I thought
I wouldn't have to worry about it in the first place, wth such a young car by my standards :-).


Also, I sold the TSW 18" wheels and temporarily had the car rolling on 7-spoke 207 16" wheels.




Like I said, the project is back on track now, so you can expect several prompt updates soon :-).


Photos here: http://photos.cybern...breaknck?page=9


This now brings us up-to-date with this project and I will keep updating it regularly from now on :-).

[EsTr3ToR]

but driving the 307 made me sick, quite literally, and I was scared to take corners

That`s why i`m planning to get rid of my 406 saloon

[cybernck]

Time to move on to happier updates, I think! Haha.


It's time to revisit and finally complete the audio system, starting with a messy j** of properly
installing the front speakers at long last! Typical French - holes everywhere in the door, except
where I need one to be.



Inner skin was cut-out and prepared to take a custom MDF speaker pod. With the pod in place
and firmly attached to the door's inner skin, we treated outer skins, pods and door cards treated
with a couple of coats of bitumen, for at least some vibration damping.



And finally, speaker installed and all the holes sealed. What an unbelievable improvement of
my audio system, quite possibly the biggest single upgrade I've done so far!



Door cards back on, though I did have to remove the lower hole cover I had made, so I will
have to revisit it later and also add LOADS of Dynamat or such material everywhere in the doors.




The next update will be all about audio as well .


Photos here: http://photos.cybern...reaknck?page=10

[moonas]

so much time wasted on 307, when you could spend it on 205s

[Mantas_lt]

But nevertheless - nice car you made there White trims really refreshes the car, and those Challengers fits very nicely!

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Time to finally complete my envisaged audio system!



Out with the old 4-channel amplifier (Magnat Rave 440, on the left, good little amp), in with
the new one (Focal FP 4.75, on the right). Specs: 4 x 75W @ 4 ohms, 4 x 100W @ 2 ohms,
2 x 200W @ 4 ohms. Full active crossover and an output for a second amp.



Previous configuration was 2+1 ch, but since I'm going to run front Focal 165K2P speakers
on Focal FP 4.75 in bridged mode with low gain, it's accompanied by it's monoblock brother,
Focal FP 1.800 (with remote gain control) for the subwoofer.



Specs: 1 x 400W @ 4 ohms, 1 x 600W @ 2 ohms, 1 x 800W @ 1 ohm. Focal 33KX beast
will be unleashed :-).



Additional wiring was required for the additional amp.

With the front speakers properly installed and with the addition of new amplifiers, I am very
happy with my audio system now! I keep hearing details I previously haven't, in the same
tracks and songs. Next mods will be sound deadening and a better headunit.

As you can see, the 18" RS GT wheels are back on the car as well .


Photos here: http://photos.cybern...reaknck?page=10

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With the audio install finished at long last, it was time to turn my attention to exterior and
fit parts I've had laying around for quite some time, but the first j** was to get the bodywork
cleaner and shinier by a professional polisher.



Then came a long awaited solution to a "radio controlled car" antenna, in form of a short
OE antenna, part number 6561.QQ, found on various models (607, 807 etc). Fits nicely
and radio reception seems fine, but I don't listen to radio at all, so it doesn't matter to
me either way .



Someone had stolen my rear wiper blade a long time ago and the wiper arm (6429.T8)
had a lot of play in it, so I bought both parts new. The wiper arm required a bit of persuasion
from an angle grinder to come off though.



As I decided to update the tails lamps to Phase 2, I went for Phase 2 side indicators as well.
6325.G3 - 206 Phase 2 side indicators (x2). Exactly the same as 307 items (6325.G4) but at
half a price. Go figure. Not too visible in daytime, as the bulb is hidden.



Phase 2 tail lamps! Compared to Phase 1 lights, they look much brighter, fresher and more red,
thought with a bit of a "China" look and feel to them. They fit the car straight on, but you need
additional two 5W bulbs, compared to Phase 1 lights.



Exterior mods completed. Not much of a photo, but shows how shiny the car is.



That's it for the bodywork mods, for the time being anyway.


Photos here: http://photos.cybern...reaknck?page=11

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Here's a small but sweet update .

The almighty 6554F4 ESP OFF switch :-). Don't know what the price is, as I got it
as a part of a 307 CC center console.



I really can't understand the logic of having all the wiring installed, as well as the feature
implemented, but deciding to blank it off instead of fitting a switch! :-/ The new button
fits straight in.



Et voila! I can now turn off the ESP and traction control off, which is required sometimes
when the ECU can't figure out what's the best thing to do.


Full-size photos here: http://photos.cybern...reaknck?page=11

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With my cycle racing season finally over, I'm going ahead with my little project, finally mounting
some parts I've had laying around for nearly a couple of years now. Here you can see 307 Automatic
alloy pedal set I got off eBay, a genuine 307 CC leather steering wheel form a UK breaker's yard
and finally, some genuine 307 alloy front sill plates, part number 9623.76, also an eBay special.




Mounting the brake pedal using supplied allen screws is straightforward after removal of the original
rubber pedal cover, as the holes for the screws are already there. However, throttle pedal was a bit
of a challenge and had to be removed because of the construction of the pedal.



It would have been nearly impossible to position it right while at the same time manage to bolt it up,
so we riveted it on instead. The removable leg rest offers easy mounting of the leg rest pedal.
We opted for riveting on this one as well.




Next up, the steering wheel. After disconnecting the battery, airbag is easily removed using two
flat-headed screwdrivers inserted in the holes at the back of the steering wheel. A word of warning -
do not fully unscrew and remove the main torx bolt until you've managed to release the steering wheel
from the steering crown, as you'll probably end up tearing off all the airbag connectors!



Fitting the other wheel is a reverse of the removal. And there are no spare bolts left, for a change! :-)




And finally, fitting the sill plates is super-easy and quick, as it comes with a self-adhesive tape
on the back. You just need to lift the plastic cover and rubber seal off of the sill seam, clean up
and degrease the surface, test-fit the sill plate and and then stick it on. j** done!




I will continue with this "307 CC interior upgrade pack" in the next update too .


Full size photos available here: http://photos.cybern...reaknck?page=12

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Next up - 307 CC white clocks with chrome rings, red needles and radial writing. Got them from the UK
(eBay once again), so they're in mph but they also have a km/h scale, in small print.



It was not a simple plug'n'play affair though, because I needed to keep my circuit board. Therefore,
armed with a Torx bit, I started disassembling them to bits. I even had to go the lengths of cutting out
and swapping the center "display" part, so the warning lights would remain correct.



Et voila! Clocks finished, fitted back into the car and looking classy, in my opinion.




And finally - a "before and after" shot, to sum it all up. The new details really smarten up the interior
and the steering wheel is much nicer to use.



As far as interior mods are concerned, that's it for now, but I've definitely got another thing or two planned ;-).


Full size photos available here: http://photos.cybern...reaknck?page=12

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My exhaust had developed a booming noise and eventually the pipe going into the backbox broke off,
so I took it over to an exhaust service place for a fix.




While at it, I took an opportunity to remove the broken spare wheel mechanism to finally check
what's going on with it. The problem was quite obvious and it's a common one on 307 Break & SW cars.
The solution was simple - new cable made based on the original one - much cheaper than a complete
new mechanism from Peugeot.



Fitting it back on isn't such a simple j** when you're doing it in a car park but the spare wheel
will finally be gone from the boot and back under the car!




Meanwhile, my expensive Varta battery had died (just outside the warranty period - typical).
I purchased a cheaper 60Ah one this time, that seems to do the j** just as well.




Full size photos available here: http://photos.cybern...reaknck?page=13