hi everyone,
i'm thinking about getting a helm inc. s2000 service manual book. do you guys find this book helpful when doing repairs? that even someone that knows nothing about repairs can pretty much look and read the book and know what to do? thanks in advance everyone!!!!!!!!!!!

 

This is the same book the dealers use. Worth it's weight in gold!

 

Yes, I have friends with other marques (BMW, etc.) who would kill to be able to get their hands on the actual factory service manuals.

 

It's like the bible for cars

 

Definately worth it!! I have used it too many times to count.

Kyle Ritchie

 

If at the very least to just get the proper torque specs... it's very useful. i've used the Haynes manual on previous cars but have gone to Helms exclusively on the last two cars. Best $70 you could spend if you plan to be a DIY'er. Probably overkill for the casual tire changer. Although, you should still search this forum for best practices. I noticed in lowering the car for example, I believe the Helms manual says to remove the lower ball joint when lowering the front suspension. Much easier to remove the two upper A-arm bolts.

 

those helms manuals are golden. i just sold my integra one and plan to pick up a s2000 one when i purchase it within the next few weeks. once you sell the car, you can always sell the manual for close to what you paid. i think i lost like $10 or $20 on my integra one which i had for 5 yrs.

 

ayS Posted on Aug 17 2006, 10:13 PM
Yes!
It is almost a "must" if you are doing repairs / mods yourself.
(it is a must IMO)

In theory, yes.
But.....
A book alone doesn't make you a qualified mechanic.
That takes experience / schooling.
And you need the proper tools.

 

does helms manual have info specific to the 06 model? such as drive by wire.

 

Anyone got a link to the PDF version on here? I did a search and I can't seem to find it.

Warren