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Old 05-18-2003, 12:23 AM
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Old 05-18-2003, 10:47 AM
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Cool. They should keep the S2000 name. Rolls off the tounge better than S2200.
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S2000 knocks off 4 other roadsters in C&D comparo!

In the new issue the S2000 wins comparo over the Z4, TT, 350Z, and boxster. It also stated that for the 04 model that minor changes to the front and rear design and oval exhaust. Oh and a 2.2 liter with a lower redline and the new i-vtec engine making more torque combined with revised gear ratios.
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Old 06-28-2003, 12:52 AM
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What's i-vtec over regular vtec. I rode in the TSX with i-vtec and can't say I liked the application in there, could barely hear or feel the vtec, very linear. Is i-vtec like that for all the cars or just like that for Tsx's etc...I'd rather have the loud garl of vtec come on in the S2K
Old 07-03-2003, 07:03 PM
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found it:
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Talking S2000 heart transplant to TSX?

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Well...I've been wondering...if Honda can't fit a V6 under the TSX hood, how would the 2.0 liter 4-banger from the S2000 fit? That would give the TSX a few more horsies Or what about the new 2.2 liter 4? That's speculated to have 250 hp...any possibilities?

Giddy up, I say!


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Old 08-16-2003, 06:15 PM
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i wish, i dont think it will happen though..the s2k/2200 is a rwd car, honda wouldnt want to spend money on putting the engine in the tsx
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Originally posted by dmac
i wish, i dont think it will happen though..the s2k/2200 is a rwd car, honda wouldnt want to spend money on putting the engine in the tsx
Good point...I hadn't even thought about the RWD factor.

But being relatively un-knowledgeable in the drivetrain department, how hard would it be just put the engine in the TSX and send the power to the front wheels? Why would it be a problem?


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Old 08-16-2003, 06:56 PM
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Yeah picture the 153ft lbs of torque pulling the TSX around.
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Originally posted by justinjsw
Yeah picture the 153ft lbs of torque pulling the TSX around.
Yet again, another good point.

Shoot...I guess there was a reason why Honda didn't just go w/ the 2.0 liter 4 Well, I'm sure Honda already has it planned how they're going to refresh the TSX (whenever that time may be) and I'm sure there'll be a bump in horse power. Here lately, Acura has become obsessed w/ upping the HP frequently.


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it's mounted longitudinally, too. Long hood on the s2k
Old 08-17-2003, 07:54 AM
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SPUDMTN, were u thinking at all when u started this thread??

:'( whew!! (those are tears of laughter)


But seriously, I understand how u wish the TSX had more power. You actually weren't too far off from the setup of the "Euro R" Accord.

http://autozine.kyul.net/html/Honda3.htm I've got your back man.
Old 08-17-2003, 11:22 AM
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New 2004 S2000 Picture

I found it at TOV... http://www.vtec.net/news/news-item?news_item_id=127618

A enlarged pic is at s2ki.com ... http://www.s2ki.com/forums/showthrea...hreadid=143726

i dont know how to post pics...so ill leave it at that. ...also if you look closely it looks like the civic lights have changed too.
Old 08-17-2003, 11:48 AM
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That will take me a bit to get used to. I really like the sharp edges on the front of the current model and now it's all rounded - at first glance it looks too much like a Miata from those pictures.
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i'd like to see the s2k engine in the TSX...look out for 17sec 1/4 mile times from the mighty s2k powered TSX
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Originally posted by gilboman
i'd like to see the s2k engine in the TSX...look out for 17sec 1/4 mile times from the mighty s2k powered TSX
LOL

So how long before we see the Euro R then? Anyone want to start guessing/betting? I'd guess that we'll see it in the major refresh...


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A bit weak. It loses all the attitude and strength of the first one.

Then again, Honda designs and redesigns never seem to look as good in photos. Let's see the goods for real, then fret over it.
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i believe it wouldnt take alot of effort to fit the V6 into the TSX and i heard someone metion weight,...does anyone really think the i4 weighs that much less ...if it were 50lbs i'd be surpirsed
Old 08-18-2003, 01:06 PM
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Nothing special. oh joy....
Old 08-18-2003, 03:07 PM
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The Euro R is a 2 liter engine. at it's rated around 220hp
Old 08-18-2003, 03:31 PM
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i think they moved up the the wheel dept...sizewise..what do you guys think.
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it looks like a fat (read as obese, not phat) Miata
i hope it's just a bad photo...blah!
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I think I could handle owning another one of those at this point. As long as it has more torque, I'm happy. having the 2.2 will of course help.
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I personally like the 04 wheels.
Old 08-27-2003, 12:36 PM
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hard to tell in that picture. but i like the current lip a lot more
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04 S2000......










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I love the minimalist interior of that car
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same engine? I thought they were gonna call it s2200 or somthing...
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eh, doesn't really excite me
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I'm not too impressed either. The styling change is too subtle. The interior looks better but I'm still disappointed in the lower redline. Part of what made the car so unique and so much fun to drive was the 9K shifting...well, we'll just have to drive it and see...it's probably still just as fun (and now easier to drive).
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i dont like the changes. was better off as it was...

glad i have a set of s2k wheels/tires in my garage... they gonna be worth something now! these new wheels are busted
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what did they change on the engine that required a 1K lower redline?

I like the new lights.
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the 2.2L engine instead of the 2L
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The lower redline sort of diminishes some of what made this car great IMO
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Originally posted by cusdaddy
The lower redline sort of diminishes some of what made this car great IMO
Just for a frame of reference, when was the last time you saw 8k RPM on your car?
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I'm loving the two tone interior but what has changed since 03?
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Originally posted by cusdaddy
The lower redline sort of diminishes some of what made this car great IMO
i agree
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Digital guages..... eewwww..... otherwise it looks pretty hot


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