Car approaching 100k,How do I prolong its life?
10-12-2007, 01:34 PM
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Car approaching 100k,How do I prolong its life?
As the title says, what should I do to MY01 engine so that it can go on for as long as possible?
or........
Anyone think I should sell up for a younger model???
or........
Anyone think I should sell up for a younger model???
10-12-2007, 03:31 PM
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Run it into the ground and get your moneys worth!
Sell it and get a newer one!
Keep and eye on it, change all oils.
Get a brand new runabout car and keep the S as a second car, like me
Sell it and get a newer one!
Keep and eye on it, change all oils.
Get a brand new runabout car and keep the S as a second car, like me
10-14-2007, 04:19 AM
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Originally Posted by s2000tim,Oct 12 2007, 09:34 PM
As the title says, what should I do to MY01 engine so that it can go on for as long as possible?
or........
Anyone think I should sell up for a younger model???
or........
Anyone think I should sell up for a younger model???
Know where to source a replacement engine from and the approximate cost for engine + replacement.
Have a contingency fund.
10-14-2007, 04:49 AM
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rofl - 100k? that really is nothing on a honda. yes it is 100k, but i've got a prelude thats still in perfect condition at 135k and nothing has gone wrong with it. brakes, tyres, clutch etc - the usual mileage service parts but other than that, it's still perfect on suspension bushes, handling, and starts perfect everyday.
end of the day, it's a honda, and 250k they'll see through easy aslong as you do what you have been doing the last few years - oil changes etc. im expecting to keep mine for 5yrs+ now
end of the day, it's a honda, and 250k they'll see through easy aslong as you do what you have been doing the last few years - oil changes etc. im expecting to keep mine for 5yrs+ now
10-14-2007, 06:39 AM
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Originally Posted by veehexx,Oct 14 2007, 12:49 PM
rofl - 100k? that really is nothing on a honda. yes it is 100k, but i've got a prelude thats still in perfect condition at 135k and nothing has gone wrong with it. brakes, tyres, clutch etc - the usual mileage service parts but other than that, it's still perfect on suspension bushes, handling, and starts perfect everyday.
end of the day, it's a honda, and 250k they'll see through easy aslong as you do what you have been doing the last few years - oil changes etc. im expecting to keep mine for 5yrs+ now
end of the day, it's a honda, and 250k they'll see through easy aslong as you do what you have been doing the last few years - oil changes etc. im expecting to keep mine for 5yrs+ now
Personally mines on 110k now and it only gets used about twice a week, there is lots of evidence that a well maintained and looked after S can last onto 120-160k with no problems.
Its a no brainer but if you have the money get another S with less milleage..Why?..becuase alsorts of things start to go when a car gets older.
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10-14-2007, 08:42 AM
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Originally Posted by s2000tim,Oct 12 2007, 01:34 PM
As the title says, what should I do to MY01 engine so that it can go on for as long as possible?
or........
Anyone think I should sell up for a younger model???
or........
Anyone think I should sell up for a younger model???
Otherwise you have a few options to upgrade your engine:
Put new OEM pistons (not an upgrade really, just a refreshment)
Put JDM spec pistons which raise compression to 11.7:1 and I think HP to 250.
http://www.evasivemotorsports.com/merchant...SRACING_PISTONS
Put 2.2l stroker kit but you will need new ECU
http://www.evasivemotorsports.com/merchant..._STROKERKIT_AP1
Put upgraded valve spring + retainer set
http://www.evasivemotorsports.com/merchant...ode=311-05-5410
http://www.evasivemotorsports.com/merchant...ode=308-05-0410
Of course if you can afford it you can get a newer model
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