2002 AP1 with 18K mileage
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rear axle nut s2ki retorque. For reference- remove axle nut after unstaking them. Thin layer of grease on the face of the nut- returque to factory spec, then go 45-60 degrees more. restake the nut. THIS will save your rear bearings.
darcy
darcy
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What did the dealer put in the differential? S2000 requires hypoid gear oil (GL5 or GL6) and the differential oil for front-wheel drive Hondas is entirely different. Wrong lube will ruin your differential and it appears some Honda dealers haven't a clue about this although a couple may. Seriously, determine what's in there.
-- Chuck
-- Chuck
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Having trouble with quoting on the phone, so I’ll try to reply in general.
The tires were replaced by the dealership, although they aren’t quality. I’m looking for refurbished OEM V1 or V3 (preferably CR) rims and will put good rubber on then. Most of the maintenance is just needed due to age. Fluids only have a shelf life for so long. I’d rather be safe than sorry.
Lubricating the seals is a good idea and I hadn’t thought of that, so thanks for bringing it up. It’ll never see rain unless I’m caught in it but def a good call.
Pics? I only have a few I downloaded from the dealer but I’ll post a few of them. Interior is very good. A few wrinkles in the leather on the bolsters but zero cracks and it’s nice and firm. Thankfully I’m tall enough to sit over it when getting out or in. I’m rather OCD and that’s a concern for me. I’ve already treated the seats and will do so again in a week or so. It deepened the color dramatically, which tells me it was thirsty. The pic is before I got hold of it. I did replace the radio door already but I’m doing my best to keep it all OEM and I’m hanging on to all replaced parts
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I am sure they are well intentioned - but - I would insist that they tell you what they put in that dif. It is a very common mistake even at good dealers.
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Some Silkolene Pro-Prep would really make that engine compartment really P O P!!