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PostmanPot
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Lovely pics.
XennoX
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So TehStranger is cheap and easy?
@TehStranger, was it you by any chance in that dark silver S2000 on the N3 South just before Gilooly's IC around the 17h00 to 17h30 mark?
Cool car - looks clean - I have an 08 - same colour. Technically the UK/SA ones are still AP1s - just with all the AP2 bits like the VSA and the less tricky rear suspension (and without the silly 2.2 F22C engine). You will see your VIN is something like JHMAP1...
I recommend Modifry Top Straps if your convertible elastic straps are tired (from the SA sun) to prevent future roof damage. I also use their GPS mount.
TehStranger
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Not me, though now that I own one they seem to be popping up all over the place. Came across another one (same colour) yesterday turning from William Nicol onto Peter Place.
I'm up for beers and a burger anytime, not so much the 6 hours of physical work though!
You're not the 08 that I had a bit of a go with while turning from Malibongwe onto Witkoppen a few weeks ago are you?
Yeah I know we're still technically AP1s according to the VIN, though the 2006+ models are AP2 in everything except engine as you say. Best of both worlds as far as I'm concerned, all the enhancements without sacrificing the engine characteristics and 1,000rpm up top. 2008 means you probably have the Ap2V3 wheels?
And thanks for the link, my roof is still in near-mint condition but I want to keep it that way. Was at Honda Sandton yesterday getting some quotes on brake pads and discs for when they eventually need to be done and decided to get a quote on the roof for ****s and giggles. R20,000 ex vat for the material with rear glass, R24,000 ex vat for the roof mechanism. Add in vat and labour and you're looking at a very expensive exercise.
I do, I think I prefer your kind though - but people seem to like the v3s... Might have been on Malibongwe
I saw the previous owner of mine had the roof done a while back for R24k under warranty. Lol. I also have that modifry cubby organiser. I put on the k&n intake a while ago - sounds angry
Another difficult to diagnose issue is the car just being a little jerky and hard to drive (it is very subtle but annoying in traffic - you might not realise there is a problem). Would sometimes give a code P21138 code - but would be okay again after an ECU reset and idle. Replaced the Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor - quick and easy to DIY and the car was fantastic again.
TehStranger
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I do, I think I prefer your kind though - but people seem to like the v3s... Might have been on Malibongwe
I saw the previous owner of mine had the roof done a while back for R24k under warranty. Lol. I also have that modifry cubby organiser. I put on the k&n intake a while ago - sounds angry
Another difficult to diagnose issue is the car just being a little jerky and hard to drive (it is very subtle but annoying in traffic - you might not realise there is a problem). Would sometimes give a code P21138 code - but would be okay again after an ECU reset and idle. Replaced the Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor - quick and easy to DIY and the car was fantastic again.
I prefer my V1s too, though the V3s would be second choice. Thanks for the tips, I've scoured S2Ki for every possible problem to try and recognise it before it becomes an issue, but touch wood nothing yet. I'm pretty handy with a spanner and have spent a fair bit of time working on cars, so will tackle any small faults that come my way.
The plan was to keep this as stock as possible, but I've since found Qube Engineering's custom LED cluster that really update the look of the car:
Needless to say some pennies are going away!
Yeah - my plan was also super stock - but those 'better than stock upgrades'... That cluster is nice but $$$
I also change the diff oil myself at about 20 000 km intervals. The recommended interval is way too long for such a pricey limited slip diff! Using the right diff oil also quiets it down a bit while still giving a great 'locking' action.
I also change the diff oil myself at about 20 000 km intervals. The recommended interval is way too long for such a pricey limited slip diff! Using the right diff oil also quiets it down a bit while still giving a great 'locking' action.
midnightcaller
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Saw the silver s2000 this morning at around 08h20 near the builders warehouse on rivonia.
I.am.Sam
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I.am.Sam
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I also fell in love with the S2000 years ago. Have had my 2006 model now for around 7 years and still love to drive it. You only truly appreciate the brilliance of this engine after 6500rpm when Vtec kicks in and it starts to scream.
Know you will love every minute of this car. There will always be haters but they are the ones that have never driven an S
Know you will love every minute of this car. There will always be haters but they are the ones that have never driven an S
Rouxenator
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Who in their right mind would be hatin' on the S2000 ?
TehStranger
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Saw that on Facebook, was about to turn on rage troll mode, but after reading it I left satisfied.
It's amazing how so many S2000 owners are on MyBB! I've got one or two mates that questioned why I didn't got for a modded hot hatch for the same money, especially since I'm up in JHB and altitude kills the power of the S slightly. They don't get it.
There are those that live their lives a quarter mile at a time, where point and squirt to take a traffic gap is more important that a "focused" driving car. Different strokes I guess, but that type would definitely not enjoy the S2000.
Quey_Quick
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When I got my S just over a year ago I told myself that I would leave it completely stock as I threw way too much money at my WRX STi I had before that. The S is so nice stock and when you drop the roof down it just puts a massive smile on your face. I think the only thing I wanted to change was the exhaust note, other than that it was 'perfect' at the time. Then I made the mistake of taking it to track day. First session was amazing, being my first proper RWD driver's car, I was totally in love and still thought I didn't want to change anything other than maybe exhaust. Then I spent some time online researching what could be done to them and the bug bit me. They can become incredible with the right mods.
Considering your year model you really shouldn't have any problems. It's still a Honda even though you can rev it to 9,000 all day, mine's been faultless so far. With proper and regular maintenance it will last a lifetime.
That Qube LED cluster does look great, I was eyeing one earlier this year. This is what I've done to mine so far just to make it more 'trackable': Baffled oil sump, front strut brace, decat dual exit exhaust, Stoptech slotted discs, Ferodo DS2500 pads, brake ducting, J's shifter, HKS coilovers. It still perfectly driveable, but works way better on track now. Next up will be a stiffer front swaybar. My want/to-do list grows by the day though :wtf:
What engine oil and diff fluid are you using? I'm running Shell Helix 5w30 and Redline diff fluid. Honda agents have been known to accidentally use the incorrect diff fluid and wreck diffs.
I let the agents do the engine oil but I also use the redline NS LSD fluid. Which redline one do you use? The redline stuff makes the diff less clattery than the honda-spec fluid.
I have the decat/test pipe as my original cat was rattling. Slight improvement in exhaust note (in addition to the big improvement in noise with the CAI).
TehStranger
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Quite a list of mods you have there, but I'm sure there are plenty more to go! Any plans to go the forced-induction route and give it a bit more kick? That's the only (minor) issue I have up here at altitude, a fair bit of the power just disappears.
Keeping mine stock will do great things for resale value though, and it's definitely not my last S. The plan is still to emigrate to somewhere in Europe, and once there I'll find another one and start properly modding it for near-exclusive track use. Having seen what can be done to these cars on S2ki I'm very keen, but for now I'll keep the bug away and try retain as much value as I can.
Like ****** I'll leave the engine oil to Honda, but the plan is to use Redline diff fluid.