What's Wrong With My Honda S2000?
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- My 2002 Honda S2000 needs a bit of maintenance.
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This is my 2002 Honda S2000, which for the most part is in great shape but there are a few items maintenance-wise which I need to address. The oil pan potentially needs to be resealed, the timing chain tensioner (TCT) needs to be replaced, the transmission and differential fluids need to be changed, there's a small leak from a bolt on the front of the block, and the power outlet is not attached to the center console.
I've ordered parts to address most of these issues, and hope to create some content on the fixes. If you have any information that's helpful, feel free to share!
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"This thing never measures the same when I pull it out" - I feel you bro. :O(
Insert non original sensual joke here j/k
+metalhead2508 story of my life
lol
Lol
longstaffe... lmao
"What's wrong with my Honda S2000" Well simple,
No turbo.
Honda S2000 GT1 is turbo'd
yes! Turbocharge that S2K. ..👈
+Calum A correct.. But he could Turbocharge the AP1. .. get a nice aftermarket turbocharger kit for it....👈
Damn turbo fanboys incoming
+Patey 420 absolutely. ..👍
Everything is better with forced induction...👈
one of the best engines on this planet. even though i'm not into hondas actually.
I appreciate these kinds of comments.
Absolutely!
one of the best indeed!
I impressed how high these hondas rev. Nice throttle response too
+Ilovemyr6 r6ftw ap1 vs ap2 , which is better for whom
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When checking the oil, turn the dipstick the other way around, you'll get a more accurate reading. Burning oil is often signs of the valve-guides being worn. Rarely if ever has it ever been piston rings. Honda didn't have issues like that. I would recommend doing a full valvetrain rebuild with bronze valve-guides, new seats, springs, and retainers. Also if your going to be pushing it, do the oil jet bolts, they updated those from AP1s to AP2 (2-Jet vs 4-Jet)
My 1996 ITR with the B18CR used to burn oil and as said by Zero Hour, it was the valve-guides/valve stem seals
At least with the D and B series engines a lot of people just run 10w-30 instead of 5w and it solves the oil burning issue. I don't know if that will work with the F series or if it's worse to run heavier oil in it.
GM states on the new corvettes 1 quart per 500 miles is the threshold of oil consumption for high-performance driving. It just happens.
+It's Zero Hour just fyi for those reading- i think the oil jet bolts were changed mid AP1...my 2002 had the newer ones factory 95℅ sure.
If there's any leaks, hit me up. I'll clean them right up.
+Mop and bucket thanks mop & bucket!
No problem, that's what I was made for.
Wth lol
Best username ever.
Never gonna happen with Darell Bevell calling the plays. dude is a straight moron
Main problem with it is that it's not a Hyundai Accent
That's a problem?
And you aren't that good at understanding sarcasm.
+Hyundai Accent Fan Club any man without a Hyundai Accent is a blessed man indeed!
how does a car like hyundai accent get a fan club? is this satire?
+Kevin Choi Yeah. So far the only person to put something nasty on my channel used another language. I checked with Google translate and reported his comment.
Hey, if you have to hide a comment in another language you should just keep it to yourself.
You can tell you're an engineer and not a mechanic haha.
were you aware the car is yellow?
No I haven't seen any comment about it.
Excellent :) I think it'll look great after a good polishing. Know someone who had a S2000 in that same yellow but in mint condition paint. It had a nice deep tint, looked great!
I personally love the color yellow, and yellow cars so I think your yellow car look awesome!!!
Great choice!!!
I've always said if you're going to have a yellow car, it better be able to back up the colour. Luckily, S2000s typically can. Still not my first choice of colour but then I've seen S2000s in blue... also, it's not my car, so I say go with what you like. If I was in the market for one and found one in this shape for a good price I wouldn't turn it down just because it's yellow...maybe.
+Engineering Explained < Gag
Rust!? Seems like this car was recommended to you by Alex! LOL
The car has 2000 problems
Brilliant *[fist bump]*
Don't you have to wipe the dipstick, put it in back in and then take it out again to measure the right oil level?
I think he may be an ingenier but he can't do basic stuff, lack of experience in think
yes
Jason actually it just depends on how long it's been since your car has been driving. Because you want to check it when it's cold because oil expands when it's heated. And if your car has been sitting there cold for ages, the dip stick will only have a thin layer of oil at the high tide mark and you will be able to see where the actually oil level is at.
+cocorecord1 engineer*
If it's hard to read the oil level on a nice shiny silver dipstick, grab a black sharpie and color the end of the dipstick.
Works like a charm every time and has never let me down.
And don't be a derp, if the sharpie ink comes off in the oil at a later date it's not gonna damage your engine 😂
Congrats and welcome to the club!
I don't know if my cold air intake improves performance at all, but it sure opens up the area around the engine. I do my oil changes without ever getting under the car at all.
MTF and diff fluid require at least a little jacking, weird-sized sockets (with a breaker bar, probably), and the right washers (I recommend HandA), but otherwise aren't hard. Hooray for spreading the drivetrain along the length of the car! It's so much easier than a FWD.
The power outlet nut is a pain-you can do it without removing the glovebox panel, but wear long sleeves to keep from scratching the heck out of your arms. And YES to the Loctite.
I bought mine with a replaced top and now it has two holes. Don't make my mistakes! Check the springs and straps, and sand and/or pad the ends of those pesky arms, now! Don't drive with the top down much until you're sure it's squared away. That's when the rubbing happens.
I used tutorials from S2ki for all of those. It sounds like you've been there, but I can dig up links if you want the specific posts.
I'd love to see some maintenance and project (and hooning) videos. See you on S2ki and /r/S2000!
I mostly lurk but I gotta say that I would like to see videos of you doing those DIY projects. I like the way you explain things in your videos and would like your insight on those repairs
+Celso Garcia thanks for chiming in! Seems to be a good amount of interest so I'll be going for it!
+Engineering Explained awesome! :)
+Engineering Explained I'd also like the DIY work here. I'm guessing the brake rotors and pads are in good shape as well? Something I do with any used car purchase is just to flush out and replace the brake fluid. You should get under the car soon, I'm sure there's some rust so you can spray some wd40 and remove it. Always a great preventative maintenance a lot of people forget.
+Sergio Ruelas R ' cac
What's wrong with it? Simple, it doesn't have bumper to bumper warranty.
An Unlimited Mileage Bumper To Bumper Warranty! I like Doug Demuro.
ayeeee, Doug Demuro lol
Ayyyyyyyye Aston Martin 4 lyfe.
What's wrong with it? It is ugly honda
We all learn from Doug Demuro don't we haha
You can move the hood prop to the left side of the engine to prop the roof up almost 90 degree. It comes off and reinsert to a hole on the left side.
Great tip, I will check this out!
My Civic has a similar thing, there's the usual hood prop and then another hole near the bottom that opens it completely vertical. Very helpful!
I've been watching your videos and learning since the beginning of EE, and I couldn't be happier, more proud and thankful about your work and progress! You set the bar real high and you are only pushing it further.
Hats off bro! My only aim in life now is to respect what I am learning as a mechanical engineer and put it good use while enjoying it just like you... :)
A little S2000 tip, which you may already know, you can remove the bonnet support strut with a little wiggle from its usual attachment point and put it in the hole next to the fusebox, I think behind your left fingers at 3:30. I'm not exactly sure on the position of the hole, but I know it's possible as it was mentioned on an episode of Wheeler Dealers when they restored an S2000. This keeps the bonnet at more of an upright angle for working in the engine bay, so you won't have to use a broom handle.
a little honda tip! all my old hondas got that. just japanese thangs
beat me to it, it's an awesome feature on the s2k
it works on most 2 door Hondas my 2015 si coupe has it as well.
A lot of Hondas have that, 2005 Odyssey has it.
2011 odyssey has it also, great feature IMO
Keep your stock air box in. It makes more power than ANY aftermarket intake on the S2000.
It's yellow
👏🏻clever boy
good job?
Hater 😒.
Banana.
Cheers Tommy my mum says that aswell
pro tip you can remove the hood stand from the front right corner and place it in a hole on the passenger side right behind the shock tower to hold the hood open at almost a 90 degree angle for more better access under the hood 👍
and i recommend ballade sports tct because i replaced mine with a stock one and it went out again after less than 10k miles. they go out quickly when the car runs low on oil, ballade sports has a lifetime warranty and NEVER heard of anyone ever having to replace it, its a bulletproof part
+Zachary Mullins what about billman?
+guitarguy8200 billman I've heard is vary good product as well 👍
Ballade is a good option for TCT replacement. I went back and forth between Ballade and Billmans TCT, I eventually decided on Billman. The guys been working on S2K's since the beginning, he's a machinist, and has had more S2000 engines apart than probably anyone outside of Honda engineering. Both have lifetime warranties, both are good options.
better access*
Hey man, do as many videos about your S2K as you can. Every minor thing you mentioned is worth it. There is multiple videos about tuning parts but not so many about random small stuff like the loose 12V plug or the o-ring swap. Can't wait to see more. Keep up great work.
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+BigMilan thanks for being a loyal viewer, and thanks for subscribing! One sub closer to 1 mil! :)
Im the same. I'm now subscribed as well.
Me too :D
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Protip: When popping the hood, there is a smaller hole that is closer to the hood hinge for the hood prop to slide into. It makes it so the hood has an open angle of almost 90 degrees, and I've never encountered a time where I thought it would go backwards. Makes engine work so easy.
I'm so excited for these videos, man... I got mine with the same mileage too!!! I would love to see the "how-to's" on fixing the issues in the video.
You need to throw out that factory cold air induction system and install a Boi-racer-as-seen-in-a-magazine-style open element that sit exposed under the hood and sucks in tons of super hot under-hood air like all the other magazine fan-bois do... because they saw someone else do it - so it must be better!
OH! You need to expose your timing gears to the road debris too! Take off the timing cover like all the kids in the magazines do - because someone told them that was cool too!
Man, while I'm on a roll don't forget to put a blow-off valve on it! You MUST have an externally vented blow-off valve... because the magazines say that's cool too!
And a FART-PIPE exhaust! You need to get a fart can exhaust because the "lawnmower" sound is awesome! Just ask any "other" Honda owner.
OH! And plastic ground effects! Yeah, what Honda wouldn't be complete without adding shit-tons of unnecessary weight and poorly designed aerodynamics through the use of ugly shit you bolt on your car. Do it! Boi-racer magazines say it's cool!
or stick it in the fender and vacuum up a puddle.
Thankfully, it's a Honda and not some German car. A simple task made more complicated.
ur so wrong
As a german, i fully agree.
i dont see no problem with german cars
e30
e36
most audis
e46
Opel kadett c
Opel Manta
etc list goes on bro, youre wrong
plus that's just one model, ever looked under the hood of something like a 760i? big ass v12 where all you can see is engine cover. tell me they're just as easy to repair as any Japanese motor
Listen to a bit of Everyday Driver Car Debates. They acknowledge the simple fact that German cars have high maintenance costs. That does not in any way mean that they are bad. They simply cost more money to maintain due to the way they work (quite high strung cars with great performance- there is a cost to that) and the price of their replacement parts and dealer fees. Japanese cars cost less and usually are VERY durable. On the other side, they don't offer the same characteristics and qualities than German cars.
This channel just got 100x more interesting. Keep up the good content! I hear that all ap1's have issue with burning oil.
Classic 'book smart' engineer. Can explain all of the physics, statics, and thermodynamics about an engine; but can't check the oil correctly, ordered special washers and o-rings when they're 5 cents at the local hardware store, and didn't even look over the car himself before he bought it.
classic hater.
FreedomFighter
Lol. If you say so. It's the truth though. You heard him say he's never even been under the car.
Not a hater
He did check the oil properly.. If the car has been sitting for a while, the oil level reading is very reliable.
I own one and it really is weird. I check one time it's a bit low, then I check again another day and it's not low at all. I do the same thing as the owner's manual says. Which is to wait several minutes after the engine is turned off to check the oil.
You want to get the timing tensioner and chain sorted out ASAP, I had rattling timing tensioner and did not look into it soon enough and one morning idling it suddenly spun over freely as it died. Bent every valve in the head broke a couple valves off and poked holes in tops of pistons
Oh my! Just got the part in, changing it soon!
+Engineering Explained you might want to get a tensioner from ballade or from billman250 (s2ki member) because the oem one will fail again.
Please, DIY videos!
+Engineering Explained if the tct can no longer perform its job, I would highly recommend changing the chain itself as well if you aren't going to already. The chain over time will naturally stretch until the tct can no longer do its job. That's a job where both get replaced. Unless a know-it-all customer says "no thanks."
+jake20479 Just found out you are changing both. My bad guy. Rock on
Glad you bought a real sports car dude. A WRX is not a real sports car, its a sporty sedan. I used to see a yellow S2000 just like yours in the showroom at the Roseville CA Honda dealer every time I took my 2001 Civic in for routine maintenance. I really wanted that S2000, but the dealer was asking $38,000 which I thought was a little steep, and then a few years later Honda stopped making them anyway. Fast forward to 2013 when I bought a FR-S which is also a real sports car. It's not for everybody, but I like it and after 3 years and 26,000 miles zero maintenance issues. Put on some Michelin Pilot Sports and the handling is scary, it just sticks in wet or dry conditions. Don't know about snow, it doesn't snow where I live. Anyway, good luck with your S2000!
+Jake Sundberg no.
Haha, just because the s2k might look "more sporty" to some doesn't make it a "sports car", performance wise the wrx is much more of a sports car m8
+Blake Payne WRX is a sedan with improvements. s2000 was built from the ground up with track performance in mind. thats the difference. everything was perfectly calibrated to do its job perfectly without being overkill. wrx is nice, but a long shot from the WRC track models it named off of
+Michael Cohen don't tell that to subaru fan boys. They get really angry if you tell them anything is better than a sti or wrx
I got Pilot super sports on my genesis coupe.
I would look at doing valve lash adjustment as well will you're working on it.
A fellow student at the tech school I attended adjusted his on his S2000 and noticed minor improvement to performance especially at higher RPMs.
I would be interested in watching videos seeing the work you complete on it as well.
I have always been intrigued by these cars especially after going for a ride in the fellow student's yellow one. He did install carbon fiber front fenders, hood, and front bumper. I don't recommend that, but was a nice car for sure.
EE AMAZING RIDE, when is the test drive POV video coming out? I need to hear those 9,000 revs man.
Enjoy your amazing ride, each and everyday.
After fixing all that needs fixing. Do you have plans in changing the final drive ratio? Or explain the engineering of the final drive? Ive watched your transmission video though.
+Dudz Domasig I actually love the idea of swapping out the final drive. Though it's already at like 4K doing 70 mph on the highway haha.
unless you go forced induction, 4.56 is the only other final drive gear I would recommend. the AP2 transmission has a different ratio for the first few gears, and that would make a very noticeable difference in acceleration. 4.77 gears work well when you are turbocharged, but are very strange when you are on NA power.
It makes absolutely no sense to change the final drive ratio on the S2000. It's already a perfect 4.10 from the factory, it fits the application perfectly. Less than that and it would feel slow, more than that and you'd be getting 10mpg highway bc you'd be at ridiculously high rpm at cruising speeds.
A higher final drive would feel quicker, not slower, as it means an increase in wheel torque. 4.77/4.10 = 1.16 = 16% more wheel torque via gearing (with lower top speeds in each gear).
I agree, but our s2000s have Shetland pony, imaginary torque. the 4.77 gear set amplifies the bogged black hole feeling of no torque under 4k. (I'm assuming the drive train torque loss is increased with the gear set as the engine can't turn the gear as efficiently as it can turn the 4:10? you tell me) but 4.56 is a happy medium that makes the car feel quicker, and doesn't lower the top speed by 20mph.
Will you do a dyno run for a baseline? Might as well know where it's at. Beautiful car. Good find.
I definitely hope too once I've got the TCT replaced and fluids changed!
"Honda cam chain tensioner" Words to strike terror into any mechanic's heart since, oh the 1960s.
Their easy, as long as you have everything in perfect position and don't lose the locking pin before it's bolted in place -_-;;;
Can confirm, replaced one on my CBR 600 F4i :(
I'm fairly new to your channel and I really like how you have everything laid out. I think some DIY's would be neat.
VTEC stores a LOT of oil in the top of the engine. You need to wait a good 15 to 30 minutes to get an accurate reading on the dipstick. Best to check it when it's been sitting overnight, actually. SO many oil passages up top, they can store a LOT of oil until they have a chance to drain down into the sump.
Great tip for a VTEC engines!!! I would also suggest to change the engine oil yourself, and let it drain overnight. I did that on my B16A1 and I drain about half a liter more of old engine oil compared to a oil change in service.
Also, when u check the oil, you take the dipstick out, wipe it with a paper towel or some piece of cloth, sink it back and pull out - now you check the level. You didn't do that in this video, if you won't wipe it, the oil gets all over the dipstick due to engine running before shutting off, so your reading will be inaccurate.
You don't really need to wipe it if the engine is cold.
love the s2000!
you should paint it with another color :)
I think it looks smart in yellow
are you kidding me ? first time when I see a yellow s2000 , looks unique ( has nothing to do with my name)
lmao "nothing to do with my name" hahaha xD
well since in my country all the yellow cars are only taxis.. I am not used to yellow in most of the cars haha that's why I think that
Yellow cars are rare (an expensive option too) The reason you point is valid.. Are Taxis or.. Caterpillar Machinery.. Yellow option in Subaru XV cost 2k
well in my country cops aren't the problem, here people would make jokes about the color comparing it to a taxi haha
Like I mentioned in the other video, use the GM Synchromesh FM fluid for the trans. It is much smoother and lasts longer than the Honda MTF. Also, you mentioned that it calls for a straight 90w in the diff...and it does...but, if you are using it primarily for fun/track/autox then give it something thicker.
As for reattaching your 12v supply, you just have several plastic pieces to pop off to get there. I think you might be able to do it by just popping off the piece behind either seat (they are attached by two screws under the little hooks) and reaching in there...maybe, with a mirror...otherwise you might have to pull the glove compartment off. To do that those plastic pieces come off, so does the center console which pops up pretty easy, and there are a couple screws you have to get at from the back behind the spare tire.
Also, if you are replacing the oil pan gasket anyway, you should update your piston oil squirters to the newer version. You might already have the updated ones, I forget what year your S is, but if its 00-01 it definitely doesn't have them unless the previous owner did it. Also consider welding in a baffle. Its not much of an issue until you start getting sticky tires, but sustained hard cornering G's does pull the oil away from the pick up. FFT
Why dont you use the hood prop? It opens straight up to 90°
Probably not a lot of immediate benefit in this, but I would purge the brake fluid. Something quick you could do, adjust your throttle cable so there is no slack at the pedal.
I would love to see some diy vids on this car, planning to get my own s2000 soon!
Thanks for the great walk-through. Very cool systems on these cars. How is your ongoing gas mileage? Are you driving it frequently? Seems like mostly straight-forward maintenance items despite the mileage being over 105K.
Please do the project videos. Always appreciate the great job you do explaining things - much appreciated!
Kinda surprised it hasn't been mentioned, but you need to make sure you check your valve retainers. AP1s have weak retainers on the intake side that can crack and drop a valve into the cylinder with a misshift. Simply replacing with AP2 retainers will almost guarantee you won't have to put an engine in it.
Keep that stock airbox just get a snorkel
Also if you didnt know above the center console is a secret compartment I didnt find out about it for 2 years
+Yodastien that's because it's a secret....
Yea then all it needs some muddies and a raise kit and she'll be good to conquer some river crossings!
You could also gut the inside of the air box and get rid of that fin in there.
I agree. I think a simple snorkel will resolve heat soak. Short of buying an expensive jdm intake, this is the best bet. It does require modification (cutting) of the factory hood, however.
A few things. I'll be abbreviated since I'm on the phone. I'm impressed with the condition relative to its age. 1. I have an unorthodox way of fixing the timing chain tensioner (TCT). $0 cost and it's most effective (did the fix Jan 2015). If you shoulder the cost of replacing the TCT with an OEM, By design, the problem will eventually resurface. The sand blasting also doesn't permanently fix the issue. You can also go for Billmans TCTx or Ballad Racing's TCT. 2. Your convertible top is not going all the way down. This is due to the elastic straps on each side, wearing, not being tight enough. In the worst case, it might lead to a tear because the top isn't folding properly. It needs to sit lower. I can elaborate on my free TCT fix if you're interested. I'll explain the science behind it and show how it worked for me. Feel free to message me on here. I have a yellow one as well :-).
Hell yeah man! I always like watching good DIY videos, especially on an S2000! I look forward to seeing this thing being revved out to redline! Lol side note- I love the yellow ones the most and I'm glad yours is in excellent shape! Have fun and be safe!😎🚗💥💨💥
4K is pretty sweet!
Thanks, happy to hear it!
I thought to myself "Huh, the video looks better than usual." I'm glad that there's finally going to me more content that I can enjoy on my 1440p monitor.
Well that didn't take long lol
AndrzejKucyg true.. thats not what I meant tho lol
definitely interested in seeing DYI/repair videos on this s2000. Look up the Billman TCT (lifetime warranty) on s2ki. Suggest you also check your valves at this milegage as well. Also, look into replacing the brake fluid and clutch fluid asap--it looks very dark. Old clutch fluid tend to eventually cause leaks near clutch pedal area (check for leaks there now on the carpet); and old brake fluid can lead to corrosion in the system in these cars.. Consider Amsoil Signature or another quality synthetic for your engine oil and diff fluid--some people have not had good luck with oil consumption using mobile 1 and some do okay. Also, tires go a long way on helping keep this car stable on the road and handle the rain--consider pilot super sports or 71Rs (if you re planning to autocross or track). I am sure you are already looking there--I strongly recommend reading all the great information on S2ki about this car... Enjoy this amazing piece of engineering---an amazing gift from Shigeru Uehara!
You sir have my subscribe.. So glad you have an S2000. I am so looking forward to watching your DIY videos and learning more about the S2000!
Spoiler...
These tiny things are the only things wrong with it at 105k miles!? Wow! :)
No he should also be looking at his valve retainers they tend to fail in ap1s
Correct, but only if the car was over-revved. Otherwise they hold up just fine.
Yes but car runs just fine with cracked retainers, no way to tell and then sudden death from dropped valve... That's one the first things I did when I got my S, even before changing fluids.
My previous (and also first) car was a K20 FD5 Acura CSX (Canada only). I bought it at 173 000 km and sold it at 209 000 km. It has been a great reliable car until the end. The engine was at the point that it needed a valve timing adjustment, but let's not remember it reached very high mileage. Miss that car! Certainly it is not the only Acura I will own.
+Stephen Baker that is true but without knowing how the car was treated before by the previous owners I would definitely check
Repair videos, do it. Talk about the engineering of the parts, fluids and such.
A video on an oil change would be perfect. Good job as always!
I would definitely be interested in seeing some diy vids from you man! might be considere to be "boring" vids but i genuinely enjoy getting your insight on things.
You should also top off the blinker fluid.
You should do DIY videos.
Chrisfix does really good tutorials as well. would be cool to see your perspective
Love these types of real world down to earth vids, really enjoyable to watch i just wished it was on a porsche boxster s 3.2 987 2005 onwards model , that would have been so awesome
I haven't scrolled down to check, but I don't believe your top is going down all the way. Another thing though I may add. If you plan on tracking the car, replace the valve retainer on the intake side with ap2 ones. Also, while your are redoing the oil pan seal. Order the ap2 oil squirters or banjo bolts the spray on the piston/ wrist pin. Ap1s don't seem to do the job. Also lol.. I could go on and on. Re torque the rear axle nuts to 220lbs. I may be mistaken on that value. Hope this helps. I have a 99 well 06/1999 first year production #142. I've done all these things and then some.. I track the car and drive it respectfully hard with no issues.
1:16 i would get a new serp belt and throw it in the "trunk". that one looks ready to pop
That's good advise there.
+David G do you watch mighty car mods? that intake costs u hp.
+theweekthatis yes sir! and you can see the ribs from the top. 9000 rpm.... pop....
+David G ur happy 👍👍 check out my vid on my homemade cai
you should have bought F350 or F450
He probably can't fit the sumbitch in his garage.
He said he wants a car that is fun to drive, not a penis replacement.
+Dejected Sasquatch he also probably doesn't want to pay more in gas than he did for the car.
Why would he get a truck with a 150,000 throw away engine? The f-series engine were DESIGNED to fail.
Simplex SM The 7.3 and the 6.7 Powerstroke engines are pretty good. 6.0 is decent, 6.4 is throw away. 7.3 is God-tier.
Just a heads up the previous owner mentioned he replaced the top right? Well I couldn't help but notice how when you put the top down it didn't go all the way down. So I would question how recent the previous owners replaced the top or if he only replaced just the material of the top. A brand new top wouldn't go down like that
Nobe616 the top might be tight from not being in the up position while in storage.
My 2000 ap1 preferred castrol to Mobil one. It could burn a quart per 1000 miles of you were always doing high spirited drives. The TCT takes less than 15 minutes and is no big deal. Makes a noticeable difference in off idle too. My car was driven hard but not abused for 75,000 miles around Beaverton, Oregon and is now happily still running with its new owner. Rear wheel bearings and starter are the only repairs it needed on my watch. If you're going to daily drive in the winter I highly suggest the factory hard top. Worth every penny. Congratulations and enjoy.
Id also change the coolant and the spark plugs
"This thing never seems to measure the same whenever I pull it out" That's what I try to tell a girl but it never works :(
I'm glad I just watched this I've needed to do some PM on my car and it reminded me.
i dont know if you prefer the soft top, but the hard top for the s2k is a good looking mod, just something to think about. Looking forward to more videos on the s2k!
You should wipe the dip stick and measure the oil level again 😊
Road trip to Eric The Car Guy .
Noice!
Yes! DIY's by you would be awesome! Your theory knowledge is great and your humour is great aswell, so even if you run into problems it will be really entertaining. Also explaining while you're doing can help understanding aswell.
Looks like you got a pretty good car. As for the air box, keep it, just get the K&N filter. The trans and diff fluid are super easy to change.
I would like to see you do a DIY video on doing a mohawk.
go onto s2ki and contact billman for his upgraded tct. its guaranteed for life
Billman is the BEST
great guy for the s2000 community. met him at the spring dragon trip many times.
Agreed. Go with Billman's modified TCT. If you replace it with another OEM TCT, the problem with come back. Ask me how I know.
Yong Kwon how do you know? For real though, i still havnt had the TCT problem... im just counting down till i do.
I've had three S2000s. Two AP1 and one AP2. Both the AP1 had 'ticking' issues due to the TCT. 2003 AP1 went through two brand new OEM TCT before being sold. It's not a matter of if you don't have the problem...it's a matter of when you'll have the problem. Trust me...it'll happen. The OEM TCTs got a design flaw, Honda knows this but never remedied it.
You sir know how to make a video. honestly ive watched since your early vids and im still a fan. Good job bro.
Man that car looks so nice. I'm thinking of just flat out buying one of these, a BR-Z/86 , or a Miata. What you guys think? Oh and what should I look into if you do suggest one of these 3?
The main problem I see is that the car is yellow...
Anyway, great car
how about you combine hosts for your DIY fixes?
like Eric the Car Guy or ChrisFix just to name a few~
+senpai5157 Eric and Chris are good buddies of mine!
Great idea! Any of them with you would be a great combination.
You need to nudge the roof arm back as it's folding down, to prevent ripping the retention elastic and and top fabric. As it sits in the video, it's protruding up, putting a lot of tension on the elastic band.
Can you make a video on what happens to a car when it is towed incorrectly? In addition to explaining what happens, you can also do the differences between AWD, RWD, and FWD when they are towed incorrectly. I figured you guys were the best at explaining things in detail and I was really curious about this
I would like to see DIY vids from you.
Probably coil-overs would be my first mod.
Either way great car, just needs a supercharger.
you prefer a supercharger over a turbocharger in this engine?
+yalnizful That would keep the quick response S2K's are known for.
i can turbocharge it and have no lag, for an even faster response, but i get too much heat...
what supercharger would you put on it?
Why have a supercharger with all that lag?? Since Superchargers don't make power until engine makes power. Engine doesn't make power till higher RPM's. Superchargers are ALWAYS laggy. They improve mid range because they zap power off the crank to do so. But ultimately they take power to make power. A turbo is free power and once spooled maintains power.
Turbo lag is simply driver error. The turbo will spool perfectly fine in 1st, once RPM is suitably high you maintain power. If you've ever experienced Lag in a turbo car, it's either incorrectly matched turbo, or driver error.
Calum A uhm.. i can install a supercharger and not have any lag on it too, just like i can do with a turbo...
"Turbo lag is simply driver error. The turbo will spool perfectly fine in 1st, once RPM is suitably high you maintain power"
I'd love to see some DIY videos on your channel. You seem like you would be very thorough in your repairs.
Jason - Great video (as usual). Congrats on your AP1. I have a 2003 AP1, in Silverstone, that I purchased new in '03, and now have 33K miles. So far, my car has been flawless (thank you, Honda). But now that it is 13 years old, even with low miles, I'd love if you could do a video on the type of preventative maintenance you'd recommend. Are there any parts you'd stock up on (while they are available)? I appreciate your objectivity and expertise. On another topic: You do a great job with your channel. I have my 7 and 9 year old sons watch some of your videos. You should consider a kids education focused spin off channel!
Yea please do repair videos.
I'm lame, but I wanna see the crosstrek!
+carl basbas just got it yesterday, hoping to film it soon! I'm traveling the next two weeks but then I'll have some breathing room!
SUBBED! Thanks for all the car info in your vids, you have a good way of explaining yourself. With your s2k oil leaks I am not so sure that I would risk backing out that cam chain bolt to replace that $1 O-ring unless you are doing the whole timing belt service, because if it does happen to back out too far you will have to be doing it anyway; especially since you are going to leave the leaking oil pan as is, that is a more important oil leak and less can go wrong by fixing it. I am guessing the subframe prevents ease of pan removal?
How would you able to put an o-ring on without taking the bolt out?
Michael R. gently stretch it over
its not a volvo
buy Billman's genx tct! I'm sure you've heard of him on the forums. It's $250 lifetime guarantee, just contact him on s2ki. Luckily his shop is right there from me
Have it on mine, love it.
Last I checked billman was charging more than he used to. He quoted me more than Ballade Sports' billet aluminum tct and I'd have to send him my tct to get the price back down. The Ballade unit is very high quality and comes with a lifetime guarantee as well.
LoL lifetime. It's all about who outlives who with Billman unless he hands his business down to someone. All jokes aside I also have his Gen X tct in my S2000. This was just a thought that went through my head as i was installing it. Great guy and great products.
+B Mason this is a valid thought anytime it comes to forum sources products
Upgrade to ap2 valve retainers (if not already done).
Order a Billman tct.
Try Castrol Edge to reduce oil consumption (works well in mine).
When it comes to mtf, I think every ap1 is different (due to previous treatment). I had to do some experimenting to find the best fluid in mine. Also, the transmission is very sensitive to dirty cmc fluid.
I would check valve clearance. We do them at the honda dealer for sure at 100k miles. spark plugs as well? i think its a good idea expecially taking her to 9k+
look wheeler dealers. in an episode repairs a s2k
It's a Honda
synonim of sportiness and reliability
but it's cheap to repair
in europe the type r is fortunately only available with manual gearbox
the 2017 civics have like three or 4 trim types that come with the turbo and a 6 speed.
+Tool0GT92 Honda has in so many ways lost its way.
Oil consumption on AP1s is a function of the type of oil you use, the PCV valve and the valve cover design. My 2003 used no more than 1/4 quart every 3,000 miles, which is low for an AP1. I replaced the PCV valve with an OEM one every 15,000-30,000 miles and ran Amsoil full synthetic 10W30 (ATM). Only use the OEM "PCX" filter - it's specifically designed for the S2000. I also used Amsoil full synthetic fluids in the diff (Severe Gear 75W110) and transmission (MTF). To keep your top and interior looking perfect - use 303 Aerospace protectant. My 2003 had over 110,000 miles and the original top looked new (it still looks new, but the car is wrecked - taking parts off of it for my 2002). The interior also looked nearly new. You can't beat 303 for plastic, vinyl (the OEM top is vinyl impregnated cloth - not cloth, so you treat it like vinyl), leather and rubber. Additionally considerations are the early 2002 (and earlier) S2000s used a 2 hole oiling banjo bolt for piston cooling. This was changed to a 4 hole banjo bolt in mid to late 2002, and carried in all other S2000s. If you plan on auto-crossing the car - you should seriously consider the mod. If your car needs the have the oil pan seal redone - there is no better time to have these bolts replaced (the pan needs to come off to do the mod). Another consideration if you plan to drive the car hard is to have the intake retainers replaced with AP2 retainers. The "money shift" for the S2000 (redline 3-4 ending up in 2nd) many times will not immediately kill the engine but simply crack the intake retainers. At that point - the engine is a time bomb as one or more of the intake valves will slowly slip out of the keepers and retainers until it drops and destroys the engine. Valve lash clearance checks/adjustments are also critical, and require the engine to be completely bone cold for them to be done properly. There are small signs the intake retainers are cracked that takes a trained eye to identify - and during a valve adjustment is the best time to check for the signs of cracks (you can only see the actual cracks once the retainer is removed - but the retainers will have a slightly 'dished' appearance as the valves start to migrate downward). Once AP2 retainers are installed - you will bend exhaust valves before cracking an intake retainer during a mechanical over-rev.
I love the ap1s! Jason your car looks awesome!
Keep the stock air box. Aftermarket intakes sound like garbage!
Do they? For S2000's in particular? Cold air intakes sound amazing on most cars. Maybe just a high-flow filter would do it good?
Some people like the hissing. I cannot stand it. The less sound coming from under my hood the better. The only thing I want heard is a nice exhaust note.
cracklingice fair enough.
I guess if you like driving a vacuum cleaner.
Why stop at 8? Go 16! Or maybe a 48 cylinder radial?
Not so sure about the wisdom of giving up an STi for this thing...
I can't agree with that statement at all. The s2000 is a much more balanced nimble car than an STi, and an open top roadster to boot. IMO more fun in many ways and not even comparable cars for that matter. (My GF has an STi and my father has an S2000 so I have plenty of experience with both. ) Considering this is complimenting his crosstrek it makes all the sense in the world. Good find!
Ya, should have gotten a Road Runner or something with more history than just fast and furious.
Definitely not comparable cars. STis are beasts. Loads of grip and tons of grunt. Lovely boxer rumble. S2000 is a nimble, open top roadster that is just loads of fun. A Crosstrek and an S2K is an awesome combination.
I would avoid STIs. Always wear a condom!
AWD = novice , FR/MR = advance
Hell yeah. I'd love to see DIY videos and such. I have an AP2 in yellow as well. Needing to run the gamut of fluid flushes soon so the timing would be great!!!
I wouldn't worry about the oil consumption. My old 2002 RSX Type S used to eat a quart of oil every 1000 miles. It did it from the day I bought it off the showroom floor with 12 miles on the odometer to the day I traded it in with 281,651 miles it. I know the K20A2 in the RSX-s isn't the same as the F20C used in your S2000, but it wouldn't surprise me one bit if that engine had the same consumption issue the K20A2 did. I don't know how true this is but the general consensus at the time when I bought it was that it was something to do with the high compression the engine had.
Given the age of that S2000 you may want to check or just outright replace the alternator on it. My RSX-s's alternator died due to an open diode in the internal voltage regulator. Took out both electric cooling fans in the process (and cooked the battery too).