The Official Honda S2000 Thread
05-25-2015, 11:28 AM
#4761
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05-26-2015, 09:26 AM
#4762
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Lowered!!
So Saturday was spring install day.
Ever since Jeremy replaced his Espelir springs with coilovers on his Sebring S2K, I have been coveting them. He would not sell them to me, as much as I wanted them. Fast forward to him selling the car to Chip and including the spring/shock combo in the sale. Chip knew he would never go back to springs and offered them up to me. Thanks again to both Jeremy and Chip!
Now to some pics:
Stock height:
Rear:
Front:
Lowered:
Initial review: Unfortunately, I did not torque the rears down correctly. You are supposed to hand tighten everything, then compress the rear before torquing it all down. We did not do that, so I have a bit of a wobble in the rear under acceleration. I'll go back and get them torqued properly.
Ride is slightly stiffer than stock, although not terribly so. Car handles like a slot car racer now! I definitely notice how far down the seat is now when I get in. Laurie tried getting out of the car on one foot the other day and hurt her knee---I keep telling her to swing both feet out of the car and just stand up. She'll learn eventually----or not!
I'm very satisfied with the reduction in wheel gap---its what I was going for mostly. Everything else is just icing on the cake!
Ever since Jeremy replaced his Espelir springs with coilovers on his Sebring S2K, I have been coveting them. He would not sell them to me, as much as I wanted them. Fast forward to him selling the car to Chip and including the spring/shock combo in the sale. Chip knew he would never go back to springs and offered them up to me. Thanks again to both Jeremy and Chip!
Now to some pics:
Stock height:
Rear:
Front:
Lowered:
Initial review: Unfortunately, I did not torque the rears down correctly. You are supposed to hand tighten everything, then compress the rear before torquing it all down. We did not do that, so I have a bit of a wobble in the rear under acceleration. I'll go back and get them torqued properly.
Ride is slightly stiffer than stock, although not terribly so. Car handles like a slot car racer now! I definitely notice how far down the seat is now when I get in. Laurie tried getting out of the car on one foot the other day and hurt her knee---I keep telling her to swing both feet out of the car and just stand up. She'll learn eventually----or not!
I'm very satisfied with the reduction in wheel gap---its what I was going for mostly. Everything else is just icing on the cake!
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05-26-2015, 10:25 AM
#4763
Ex-OEM King
Depending on the car you're looking for, you'll find tons around the upper midwest with little to no rust. Cars like the S2k are stored for the winter by 90% of owners and only come out when the salt and sand is gone. Because of that, no rust!
I've seen a handful of R32 GTRs and RHD RX7's cruising around from time to time but they just aren't as popular here as classic American cars. There are TONS of flawless classic Chargers, Chevelles, Corvettes, Camaros, Mustangs, etc all over.
I've seen a handful of R32 GTRs and RHD RX7's cruising around from time to time but they just aren't as popular here as classic American cars. There are TONS of flawless classic Chargers, Chevelles, Corvettes, Camaros, Mustangs, etc all over.
05-26-2015, 11:20 AM
#4764
Team Owner
So Saturday was spring install day.
Ever since Jeremy replaced his Espelir springs with coilovers on his Sebring S2K, I have been coveting them. He would not sell them to me, as much as I wanted them. Fast forward to him selling the car to Chip and including the spring/shock combo in the sale. Chip knew he would never go back to springs and offered them up to me. Thanks again to both Jeremy and Chip!
Initial review: Unfortunately, I did not torque the rears down correctly. You are supposed to hand tighten everything, then compress the rear before torquing it all down. We did not do that, so I have a bit of a wobble in the rear under acceleration. I'll go back and get them torqued properly.
Ride is slightly stiffer than stock, although not terribly so. Car handles like a slot car racer now! I definitely notice how far down the seat is now when I get in. Laurie tried getting out of the car on one foot the other day and hurt her knee---I keep telling her to swing both feet out of the car and just stand up. She'll learn eventually----or not!
I'm very satisfied with the reduction in wheel gap---its what I was going for mostly. Everything else is just icing on the cake!
Ever since Jeremy replaced his Espelir springs with coilovers on his Sebring S2K, I have been coveting them. He would not sell them to me, as much as I wanted them. Fast forward to him selling the car to Chip and including the spring/shock combo in the sale. Chip knew he would never go back to springs and offered them up to me. Thanks again to both Jeremy and Chip!
Initial review: Unfortunately, I did not torque the rears down correctly. You are supposed to hand tighten everything, then compress the rear before torquing it all down. We did not do that, so I have a bit of a wobble in the rear under acceleration. I'll go back and get them torqued properly.
Ride is slightly stiffer than stock, although not terribly so. Car handles like a slot car racer now! I definitely notice how far down the seat is now when I get in. Laurie tried getting out of the car on one foot the other day and hurt her knee---I keep telling her to swing both feet out of the car and just stand up. She'll learn eventually----or not!
I'm very satisfied with the reduction in wheel gap---its what I was going for mostly. Everything else is just icing on the cake!
You might also need to adjust your headlight because of the significant height difference.
05-26-2015, 12:33 PM
#4766
Drifting
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Thanks guys.
So the vibration I am getting seems like it may be the pitted CV buckets (based on a search of S2KI). I think I will try re-torquing everything the correct way first and if it remains, I will go in and swap the buckets. Billman says that is the way to go.
So the vibration I am getting seems like it may be the pitted CV buckets (based on a search of S2KI). I think I will try re-torquing everything the correct way first and if it remains, I will go in and swap the buckets. Billman says that is the way to go.
05-26-2015, 12:35 PM
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Michelin Pilot Super Sports are getting installed today. 
Doing my differential and tranny fluid Thursday, got myself some proper ramps.
Doing my differential and tranny fluid Thursday, got myself some proper ramps.
05-26-2015, 01:00 PM
#4768
Ex-OEM King
^ Awesome! I'm loving my new Potenzas, need to get some new fronts early next year though. The ones on there now are original to the car...
I was supposed to do tranny and diff this past weekend but I forgot about getting crush washers until Sunday when the parts departments are all closed. Facepalm to myself.
I was supposed to do tranny and diff this past weekend but I forgot about getting crush washers until Sunday when the parts departments are all closed. Facepalm to myself.
05-26-2015, 04:54 PM
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I drive a Subata.
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This S2K was with us for yesterday's ACH canyon run. His car had 265s on all four corners. Absolutely massive. 
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05-26-2015, 05:16 PM
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I bought an S2k...
05-26-2015, 05:32 PM
#4774
Turd Polisher
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05-26-2015, 05:39 PM
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I know Mr. Penguin has been nursing a throbbing S2000 semi for awhile now.
So, I've been on the fence about selling my S2000 for the last 2 - 3 weeks and somewhat decided against it. I figured I'm going to enjoy the car a lot more if I fix it 100%.
Still not sure what I'm going to do about my driveway situation
I ordered:
Motor mounts (DIY)
Front & rear pads
Differential & Transmission fluid
Amsoil 10W30
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05-26-2015, 07:38 PM
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Update: Michelin Pilots are awesome. So much grip, ride quality unchanged. Steering precision increased.
Previous tires were Toyo Proxes 4s, lasted me 24,000 miles. Quiet, good feedback, and obviously lasted me a while.
Previous tires were Toyo Proxes 4s, lasted me 24,000 miles. Quiet, good feedback, and obviously lasted me a while.
05-26-2015, 07:59 PM
#4779
I drive a Subata.
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The PSSs are good tires! Enjoy them! 
05-26-2015, 08:29 PM
#4780
Team Owner
05-26-2015, 09:59 PM
#4782
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Sadly no S2k yet, HOWEVER, I'm looking to purchase an AP2 around March of next year. I'm getting married later this year and just bought my first house two months ago, so this year isn't exactly financially stable enough for a car purchase
So once the wedding and honeymoon is over this year and upgrades to the house slow down, then I plan on adding an AP2 to the stable. The TL has been paid off of two years and I know I'll need another sedan in the future, so I can't justify selling it. Plus it's not worth a lot with it's recently body repair along with being over a decade old.
I'm on the lookout for a Laguna Blue AP2, preferably under $20k. I'm hoping someone will want to unload theirs during the cold months and I can get a good deal, but damn these cars hold their value.
I'm just starting the search and trying to be as well educated about them as possible. Until then, I'm living vicariously through all of you lucky bastards.
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rockstar143 (05-27-2015)
05-27-2015, 06:23 AM
#4783
E92
05-27-2015, 06:43 AM
#4784
No ragrets bruh.
Sadly no S2k yet, HOWEVER, I'm looking to purchase an AP2 around March of next year. I'm getting married later this year and just bought my first house two months ago, so this year isn't exactly financially stable enough for a car purchase
So once the wedding and honeymoon is over this year and upgrades to the house slow down, then I plan on adding an AP2 to the stable. The TL has been paid off of two years and I know I'll need another sedan in the future, so I can't justify selling it. Plus it's not worth a lot with it's recently body repair along with being over a decade old.
I'm on the lookout for a Laguna Blue AP2, preferably under $20k. I'm hoping someone will want to unload theirs during the cold months and I can get a good deal, but damn these cars hold their value.
I'm just starting the search and trying to be as well educated about them as possible. Until then, I'm living vicariously through all of you lucky bastards.
Sadly no S2k yet, HOWEVER, I'm looking to purchase an AP2 around March of next year. I'm getting married later this year and just bought my first house two months ago, so this year isn't exactly financially stable enough for a car purchase
So once the wedding and honeymoon is over this year and upgrades to the house slow down, then I plan on adding an AP2 to the stable. The TL has been paid off of two years and I know I'll need another sedan in the future, so I can't justify selling it. Plus it's not worth a lot with it's recently body repair along with being over a decade old.
I'm on the lookout for a Laguna Blue AP2, preferably under $20k. I'm hoping someone will want to unload theirs during the cold months and I can get a good deal, but damn these cars hold their value.
I'm just starting the search and trying to be as well educated about them as possible. Until then, I'm living vicariously through all of you lucky bastards.
I like the staggered look, with the front being more inset. Then again, you had a purpose since you track like a mad mad man.
05-27-2015, 08:58 AM
#4785
Ex-OEM King
Finding a mint condition Sebring isn't all that hard, just takes time and money. I bought one that was 90% mint and working on getting that last 10% there.
No ragrets bruh.
Sadly no S2k yet, HOWEVER, I'm looking to purchase an AP2 around March of next year. I'm getting married later this year and just bought my first house two months ago, so this year isn't exactly financially stable enough for a car purchase
So once the wedding and honeymoon is over this year and upgrades to the house slow down, then I plan on adding an AP2 to the stable. The TL has been paid off of two years and I know I'll need another sedan in the future, so I can't justify selling it. Plus it's not worth a lot with it's recently body repair along with being over a decade old.
I'm on the lookout for a Laguna Blue AP2, preferably under $20k. I'm hoping someone will want to unload theirs during the cold months and I can get a good deal, but damn these cars hold their value.
I'm just starting the search and trying to be as well educated about them as possible. Until then, I'm living vicariously through all of you lucky bastards.
Sadly no S2k yet, HOWEVER, I'm looking to purchase an AP2 around March of next year. I'm getting married later this year and just bought my first house two months ago, so this year isn't exactly financially stable enough for a car purchase
So once the wedding and honeymoon is over this year and upgrades to the house slow down, then I plan on adding an AP2 to the stable. The TL has been paid off of two years and I know I'll need another sedan in the future, so I can't justify selling it. Plus it's not worth a lot with it's recently body repair along with being over a decade old.
I'm on the lookout for a Laguna Blue AP2, preferably under $20k. I'm hoping someone will want to unload theirs during the cold months and I can get a good deal, but damn these cars hold their value.
I'm just starting the search and trying to be as well educated about them as possible. Until then, I'm living vicariously through all of you lucky bastards.
05-27-2015, 10:42 AM
#4786
2024 Honda Civic Type R
I had another dream that I bought an S2K. Damnit.
A few days ago at the grocery store I saw an older gentleman get into an AP1. I almost asked him if he would sell it.
A few days ago at the grocery store I saw an older gentleman get into an AP1. I almost asked him if he would sell it.
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05-27-2015, 11:12 AM
#4788
Team Owner
No he won't
05-27-2015, 11:17 AM
#4790
Team Owner
Vtec feels stronger than turbo!!!
05-27-2015, 11:29 AM
#4791
Ex-OEM King
05-27-2015, 11:32 AM
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05-27-2015, 11:53 AM
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That's my wife's rule. If I want it, I buy it.
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05-27-2015, 12:01 PM
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I want hookers and blow but Wifey says I can't buy those 
If you have the funds to buy a fun car, go for it. I definitely wouldn't bring a new car home without talking to Wifey first. It's not that she wouldn't be supportive of it, but spending 10+k without at least a five minute chat would not end very well, at least for me, lol.
If you have the funds to buy a fun car, go for it. I definitely wouldn't bring a new car home without talking to Wifey first. It's not that she wouldn't be supportive of it, but spending 10+k without at least a five minute chat would not end very well, at least for me, lol.
05-27-2015, 12:03 PM
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No joint account here 
Hookers and blow await!
Hookers and blow await!
05-27-2015, 01:37 PM
#4799
I drive a Subata.
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05-27-2015, 02:43 PM
#4800
Team Owner
Or you can just sell everything and start from scratch!