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Old Feb 14, 2005 | 06:52 PM
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Hi everyone, I have just bought an 2001 S2000 and wonder where I should pay attention when driving. (I lived in Hong Kong, so the car Spec could be a bit different.)

Before I bought this car, I used to drive a Lexus IS200, which was also a rear wheel drive, how different would it be compared with the S2000? (if anyone had similar experience.)

FYI, my ex IS200 is installed with a TRD 1.5way LSD, with suspension setting such that the car is neutral to oversteer most of the time. I have heard that S2000 is a very tail happy car, and tend to "snap" oversteer upon reaching the limit. Is it true? Should I soften the rear antiroll bar and input more negative camber to compansate?

Also, I am quite sure the stock S2000 comes with a (torsen?) LSD, how does it perform compared to a tradition clutch type power lock?

Many thx.

(Just read you offical colour thread....... you guys have beautiful cars. )
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Old Feb 14, 2005 | 06:59 PM
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Be very careful !!
It can bite you bad.
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Old Feb 15, 2005 | 05:46 AM
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Don't drive fast on wet/slick roads. you'll end up in a ditch.
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Old Feb 15, 2005 | 06:40 AM
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Do not vtec in the middle of a corner!
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Old Feb 15, 2005 | 06:45 AM
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don't let off the gas or hit the brakes during a turn or you'll be in a tree or ditch so fast your S2k career will be over.. be smooth and fast!
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Old Feb 15, 2005 | 08:38 AM
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Drive it like u just stole it! Have funnnn!
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Old Feb 15, 2005 | 10:06 AM
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Make sure that your tires are warmed up before you drive with passion.
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Old Feb 15, 2005 | 10:25 AM
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check ur oil... it likes to burn up
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Old Feb 15, 2005 | 10:29 AM
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Originally Posted by 850glt' date='Feb 15 2005, 07:25 PM
check ur oil... it likes to burn up
OK could be a newb question but, does the oil levels in the car burn down even if you dont drive it hard all the time?
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Old Feb 15, 2005 | 10:47 AM
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Don't vtec in the rain.
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