Rockstar143's '04 RYP S2000 Progress Thread **Updated Regularly**
10-18-2015, 08:24 PM
#2802
Hi all...in my research, I saw that there was little more than some discussion on the Milltek Exhaust from Milltek sports out of the UK. I was pretty sold on the Greddy SE, but decided to take a chance and figure out having this exhaust imported. I'm glad I did...I've always been one that firmly believes in upgrading on the OEM platform without changing the look too much...this definitely accomplished this. If you're interested in one, PM me...from the horse's mouth, they only have 5 left...and I can tell you a bit about the import process etc and my contact at pumaspeed.
Anyway...my wants in an exhaust...depth...UK mod sounded good, but the RPM range where I shift on a day to day basis had a bit of a high bit pitch that annoyed me. 1st world problems, obviously...but sound was a big thing for me. The next was looks...I like aftermarket looks, but I LOVE the oem tips...so a MONSTER OEM look alike, was right up my alley. Lightweight...and perfect fitment...after the Q300 on my last S2000...fitment was high on my requirements...so annoying to spend all this money and have to bolt in place while ensuring it's not hitting the rear diff or deadened channel.
Anwyay...this exhaust makes me grin. Hard...deep down low...intoxicating Vtec...and NO DRONE OR RASP!
Onto pics...
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can you tell they don't want ANY wiggle with their hangers?
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Anyway...my wants in an exhaust...depth...UK mod sounded good, but the RPM range where I shift on a day to day basis had a bit of a high bit pitch that annoyed me. 1st world problems, obviously...but sound was a big thing for me. The next was looks...I like aftermarket looks, but I LOVE the oem tips...so a MONSTER OEM look alike, was right up my alley. Lightweight...and perfect fitment...after the Q300 on my last S2000...fitment was high on my requirements...so annoying to spend all this money and have to bolt in place while ensuring it's not hitting the rear diff or deadened channel.
Anwyay...this exhaust makes me grin. Hard...deep down low...intoxicating Vtec...and NO DRONE OR RASP!
Onto pics...
DSC_0112 by rock star, on FlickrDSC_0133 by rock star, on FlickrDSC_0138 by rock star, on FlickrDSC_0140 by rock star, on FlickrDSC_0142 by rock star, on FlickrDSC_0143 by rock star, on Flickrcan you tell they don't want ANY wiggle with their hangers?
DSC_0144 by rock star, on FlickrDSC_0154 by rock star, on FlickrDSC_0155 by rock star, on FlickrDSC_0157 by rock star, on FlickrDSC_0158 by rock star, on FlickrDSC_0159 by rock star, on FlickrDSC_0160 by rock star, on FlickrDSC_0167 by rock star, on FlickrDSC_0168 by rock star, on FlickrDSC_0170 by rock star, on FlickrDSC_0172 by rock star, on FlickrDSC_0173 by rock star, on FlickrDSC_0174 by rock star, on FlickrDSC_0175 by rock star, on FlickrDSC_0177 by rock star, on FlickrDSC_0181 by rock star, on Flickrstock picture
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10-18-2015, 09:53 PM
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All I got to say is.. perfect tips.
They have a great tip design for BRZ too. Better than my current one and bigger.
Let's hear it
They have a great tip design for BRZ too. Better than my current one and bigger.
Let's hear it
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rockstar143 (10-19-2015)
in for sound clips. 
Looks great though and the tips appear to fit perfect with the bumper.
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10-19-2015, 07:09 AM
#2806
Thanks boys...
having had the invidia before...the frustration with fitment and the loud higher pitched sound...I can tell you, this exhaust is absolutely amazing...from the design of the hangers to the welds to the polish on the mufflers...to the adjustability to ensure you can align the tips perfectly centered and as far back or forward as you prefer...
Zero regrets on this purchase.
If you're in the market for milltek, check out pumaspeed...they were who I bought from, shipped very quickly (would have had it in a week if I'd have figured out I needed to pay the $39 import tax for fedex to release delivery)...and were helpful in answering all my questions. They even ate the cost of upgrading to faster shipping...
Awesome.
J.
Other updates were that I did collinite on the oem wheels and threw them back on with spacers. I missed the look.
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having had the invidia before...the frustration with fitment and the loud higher pitched sound...I can tell you, this exhaust is absolutely amazing...from the design of the hangers to the welds to the polish on the mufflers...to the adjustability to ensure you can align the tips perfectly centered and as far back or forward as you prefer...
Zero regrets on this purchase.
If you're in the market for milltek, check out pumaspeed...they were who I bought from, shipped very quickly (would have had it in a week if I'd have figured out I needed to pay the $39 import tax for fedex to release delivery)...and were helpful in answering all my questions. They even ate the cost of upgrading to faster shipping...
Awesome.
J.
Other updates were that I did collinite on the oem wheels and threw them back on with spacers. I missed the look.
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10-19-2015, 09:10 AM
#2812
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You better be careful before p'trique comes in here and scolds you for falsely advertising and creating demand for a product. I'll bet he'll be able to find this thing all over the place
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10-19-2015, 01:14 PM
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HEY YOU HAVE A V1?! I heard it right at the beginning of the video
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10-19-2015, 02:31 PM
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10-19-2015, 03:13 PM
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how are you doing that lol
10-19-2015, 07:57 PM
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I like it, J-looks great!
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10-20-2015, 06:24 PM
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Ahah wish I could be that mic....
#jealous
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10-20-2015, 06:29 PM
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Nice hat, J...................
Exhaust sounds great.
Exhaust sounds great.
10-21-2015, 09:19 AM
#2833
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watched it again.
was hoping you were going to go after that blue BMW. but then saw the Florida State Patrol shortly after
loved the Morgan Freeman-esque voiceover in the second video. Have you considered a career change?
was hoping you were going to go after that blue BMW. but then saw the Florida State Patrol shortly after
loved the Morgan Freeman-esque voiceover in the second video. Have you considered a career change?
10-21-2015, 12:32 PM
#2834
I did go after him, he lit me up at that red light!
335 ain't no joke!
in twisties though..maybe not.
I was glad I was pulling over to put top up! I saw him too!I wish you were the mic too...much smoother.
FUnny...I did a few paid radio commercials at one point when my Mom's hs friend (works for clearchannel) heard my voice at an event...pay up sucka!
Thanks Steven.
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10-22-2015, 08:26 PM
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Very nice.
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10-22-2015, 08:46 PM
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Exhaust looks great, man. I think they oval tips are a nice touch in an effort to stay OEM-looking.
Glad you're enjoying the car.
Glad you're enjoying the car.
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10-22-2015, 09:49 PM
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New pipes sound nice! You don't make my don't-buy-a-S2k plan easy to follow.
And now I'm ghetto sub'd for more.
You know that's redtext.
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11-18-2015, 06:54 PM
#2840
Couple of small S2000 updates.
Some bulb replacement on the dash cluster
here are the bulbs and assembly out for the main bulbs
should have done this first, had to pop it back in and then I marked which bulbs were bad and which weren't...
on the AC side, you'll need to pop the rear cover off to get at 2 of the bulbs...it makes it a LOT easier to get at the exposed bulbs too.
Here are some of the bulbs...
here's the starter button assembly taken apart to swap the bulb...I almost thought I had an issue, then realized it only lights up with key in ignition and ready to start, NOT with the parking lights like the others.
Here you can see the 4 - 12MM bolts/nuts you'll have to mess with...remove the ones closest to you (nuts)...loosen the ones furthest from you (pictured next)...move the plastic foot vent out of the way by pulling on the black clip...
Follow OP's tip to lower those out as much as possible then thread them back in a bit so you get the most room you can.
Don't forget to put the upper steering assembly cover back in before bolting the column back up...I had to retrace that step.
And now you have all your lighting back...yay.
Some bulb replacement on the dash cluster
here are the bulbs and assembly out for the main bulbs
should have done this first, had to pop it back in and then I marked which bulbs were bad and which weren't...
on the AC side, you'll need to pop the rear cover off to get at 2 of the bulbs...it makes it a LOT easier to get at the exposed bulbs too.
Here are some of the bulbs...
here's the starter button assembly taken apart to swap the bulb...I almost thought I had an issue, then realized it only lights up with key in ignition and ready to start, NOT with the parking lights like the others.
Here you can see the 4 - 12MM bolts/nuts you'll have to mess with...remove the ones closest to you (nuts)...loosen the ones furthest from you (pictured next)...move the plastic foot vent out of the way by pulling on the black clip...
Follow OP's tip to lower those out as much as possible then thread them back in a bit so you get the most room you can.
Don't forget to put the upper steering assembly cover back in before bolting the column back up...I had to retrace that step.
And now you have all your lighting back...yay.
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