Posts Tagged ‘DIY’

DIY Rebuilding your transmission

I searched all over and never did find a DIY for rebuilding an S2000 transmission, and I needed to rebuild mine so I decided to go for it and what follows is my attempt to document my rebuild with lessons learned (this is my first transmission rebuild) Hopefully it will be helpful to someone else [...]

DIY Valve retainer replacement with head in place

S2Ki has seen a lot of great info on cracked valve retainers, but there’s never been a comprehensive DIY for replacing them. Hopefully this DIY will save people from some of the exhaustive searching that I did.

DIY: Replace dash light bulbs

So, I had a few bulbs burn out in my A/C and Radio Control units on the dash. I went to the Honda dealer and we attempted to order all the bulbs we would need. Unfortunately, the exploded views weren’t very clear. Now I know (and I’ll be ordering the “missing” replacement bulbs). So, first [...]

DIY How to replace Window Regulator/Motor

Original DIY write-up by clarkster009 This might not be a common problem, but it’s one that sucks all the same. You are driving along as usual, you roll up the window, and then POP! There is a loud sound and your window mysteriously starts going down. It’s likely (in my case at least) that the [...]

DIY Timing Chain Tensioner Replacement or Repair

Saki GT’s original DIY write-up to replace/repair your timing chain tensioner (TCT) Sooner or later, your timing chain tensioner, or TCT, is going to go bad, and you will be left with three options; replace it with a new TCT from Honda that will also eventually go bad, repair the TCT you have on the [...]

Over-revving experience: DIY Engine Inspection and Test

Original DIY write-up by chilicoke This thread is intended to document my experience of a mechanical over-rev on my F22C (07, AP2v2) and the inspections/tests I have done to check for signs of damage as well as the condition of the engine. The procedures I’m going through below are what I had learned with information [...]

DIY Removal and Installation of Passenger’s Motor Mount

Original DIY write-up by ans2k I recently split my passenger motor mount. I notice that there isn’t a “DIY” in the sticky. So I put together my own. Do this when the car is cool, because the header is extremely hot!! If your motor mount looks like this and you have some crazy vibrations in [...]

DIY Alternative Power Interior Outlet

Original DIY write-up by OneSilverS2k I know we all love our S2000s. I know I love to travel far in mine and I use a GPS to get to where I am going. I also like to charge my phone and adapt converters to use a laptop. I could write about everything that can plug [...]

DIY Door Panel Inserts

Original DIY de-smurfing write-up by suzuka-blue-s2k Hello everyone. I haven’t seen a DIY for this, so thought I would do one just for fun. I am de-smurfing my suzuka’s blue interior some, and got some black inserts for my doors. (I also got black carpet I’m putting in this weekend. Might do a DIY for [...]

DIY How To Install Pre Cut Window Tint

Original DIY write-up by BuckyN8 I decided to be the tester for some Ebay precut window tint. I called around to all of my local shops and they said it would be around $150 before tax to do the two windows on the S. Seeing as that was rather high, I decided to try and [...]

DIY AP1 Single Exhaust Cap Installation

Many owners are upgrading their exhaust system with a dual or a single exit exhaust. Although the single exhaust option will give you higher performance, there is a small sacrifice in the looks of the car’s rear end. However, there is an option available in the market for MY99-03 to fit a single exit exhaust [...]

DIY Differential Collars Installation & Review

We are always looking for all sort of products for our ride. This time Rob (Rob.ok) added a set of Differential Collars to his S2000. After reading his review, I got a set of those and had the chance to share his excitement with him. We would like to thank Rob for sharing the following [...]

The beauty of tuning the S2000

I can still remember the day when I bought my first 1999 Monte Carlo Blue S2000. The anticipation for almost a week was building up until all paperwork was completed and the dealer called me on the phone to come over and get my S2000. The feeling of buying something new or used, especially a [...]

DIY Install of a European Fog Light

One of the difference between US and EU S2000 models is the rear fog light. In Europe we’ve got them right in the bottom middle part of the rear bumper. For anyone who is interested and located in the US and want to add this fog light here follows a nice DIY by lawliver complete [...]

DIY Regrease Shifter

Shifter feeling notchy? It may be time to lubricate the shifter. We wish to thank Saki GT for sharing this detailed DIY with great instructions and photos. First, use the TSB for the 2002 5th gear lockout for detailed instructions on the process. Step one – remove the shift knob and center console. If the [...]