Paul_J
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Originally posted by Adam_B
Any plans for it?
Probably standard for combe.
Then probably minimum Ferodo DS2500 pads.
Tyres are a bit shagged, so may buy new 17's with tyres (can't decide which though - want it to look standard ish, not boy racer).
Then maybe coil overs? I don't want to lose ride quality though.
And then maybe engine mods, but want to retain fuel economy.
Overall though, if I find it does the job standard on track at combe, I'll probably keep it standard.
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richc
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TBH, ive seen the vids of you in the 106, and i think if you gave the s2000 a proper spanking, im sure it would be quicker than you think!
The problem is with your 106 (and i use to think the same with my corsa) because its loud, low, and still capable, you just dont think more powerfull cars are quicker!
Im sure the s2000 will make a nice job. I dont think you sound please with it 
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NovaGTE2
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Nice car mate 
We bought a Blue 04 plate in the end mate on sat
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Paul_J
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Nice car mate
We bought a Blue 04 plate in the end mate on sat
Awesome mate 
Slightly concerned they traded up for one only 4 years newer 
However, I haven't found any faults with the one I have, I'm enjoying it more and more I drive it.
richc. I know what you mean, this is what I was just explaining to butler on msn (he's concerned now I and his dad have S2000's, he won't stand a chance on track) - Basically my opinion is, in my 106 gti I would've beaten probably most / all s2000's on track (I have passed some before), however, if I can drive my s2k like I drove my 106 gti (i.e. committed) then I think I can probably go quicker than I did in the 106 gti. We'll see I guess.
The biggest problem is having to hold back from doing things to the engine. I was in gav's CTR today and his induction noise is immense, sounds like it's on throttle bodies! Plus he was telling me about the remaps you can get. However, I just want to leave the car as standard as possible / best fuel ecomomy.
Matt, does your parents one have the new 17's on it? You got a pic? I'm almost half tempted to buy the standard 17" honda s2000 alloys to keep my car looking as standard as possible.
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NovaGTE2
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Its only got 15K on the new one, yeah its got the 17's, front splitters and rear spoiler. Not got anypics at the moment mate.
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Paul_J
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Sounds nice Cheers for the cover by the way, it turned up the other day 
I found a buyer for my 106 gti. Although I may buy it back off him in 6 months time
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Jambo
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Looked lovely when i saw it mate
Red leathers ftw
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Paul_J
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Yeah, Red leather club members:
Paul_J, Jambo. 
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Ojc
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Originally posted by Butler
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Am I gonna be able to keep up with you in a 172 or not?
yes mate.
Really though? Has S2000 got an LSD? Wish I could afford one tbh.
Yes.
Well, OJC and me had a rolling start drag race on the a33 on the way back. and we were dead level to 121 mph. Which surprised me, I expected him to pull past me.
However, I've driven the s2000 and then driven my 106 gti with cams and the 2 feels fairly similar speed wise. S2k probably has better top end though.
Don't be a gay, this will destroy a 172, it's 240bhp and like you have said there isn't anything in that and the Astra.
Remember the Astra is around about the same BHP but the Astra weighs more.
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Pip308
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Take the air filter cover off and leave it off, was guna tell you at the meet but forgot.
Phil (i work for honda )
interesting mate. I only realise who you were when I saw your car leave and I said 'was that Pip?'. I was hoping to see your dad's Ferrari 355 
Why what's the advantage of taking the air box off? Does it stop it stuttering / kangerooing at low revs? Power gain? (what about heak soak though?) - Which honda do you work at? mine's due a service... I also want the gearbox / diff oil changed as I think it's never been done.
not sure on power gains but it derestricts the air filter massively and sounds awesome too.
i work at city honda in bstoke.
i could work out a nice price for a service for you if you want?
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Paul_J
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I may be interested in that pip.
Basically I'm not bothered about a big service, but definately want the gearbox and diff oil changed.
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andy1868
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Registered: 22nd Jun 06
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nice choice had a sit in one like yours in a showroom just before christmas, i decided then that i needed one
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gavin18787
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Originally posted by Paul_J
The biggest problem is having to hold back from doing things to the engine. I was in gav's CTR today and his induction noise is immense, sounds like it's on throttle bodies! Plus he was telling me about the remaps you can get. However, I just want to leave the car as standard as possible / best fuel ecomomy.
I dont know what is avalible for the S2k but the maps I was talking about were based on having a less restrictive centre pipe and airfilter and a full map using a fully mappable ECU like the hondata kpro. Gives you a big old increase at 5k and a little bit more top end. Plus you actually get better mpg 
No idea why honda didnt just do this in the first place
Drives supercharged Tec with torque 
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VegasPhil
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That looks so nice! I love the S2000's *Jealous*, Will you be changing the wheels? One round here is lower on a set of black Rota's iirc. Looks mint
One Thing - Are they all the same engine power though? I was left disapointed with their performance after a top speed run on the A34 involving a S2k and my corsa... 
Corsa 2.0 16v Vegas - Sold
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Avey
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Registered: 4th Sep 02
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Looks sweet
I'd go for some Rota's if your after wheels.
As for tuning - Kpro would be a good start (not cheap tho) & a Gruppe M if they do them for a S2k
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AndyKent
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Should all be about the same power - I'm told theres not all that much you can do engine wise short of supercharging as Honda have already wrung a hell of a lot out of it already whilst keeping it as reliable as possible.
Lots and lots that can be done to tighten up the handling even more though
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Nismo
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Yeah Paul get the airbox lid off, i dont think it done anything performance wise but for the sound its worth it
Get those wheels black for the time being ;-)
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Nismo
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Paul theres a nice Silverstone over on S2Ki
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jr
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it jums over bridges well
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ajscorsa
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Originally posted by Butler
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Originally posted by Paul_J
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Am I gonna be able to keep up with you in a 172 or not?
yes mate.
Really though? Has S2000 got an LSD? Wish I could afford one tbh.
straight line or corners? straight line i can have a 182 in my golf and my mate just bought an s2000 i'd like to surprise him, corners would be no contest though obv lol
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Rich H
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I presumed you had got this now after spotting your avatar the other day - looks great.
Judging by the photos, it was NovaGTE2's?
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Butler
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Originally posted by Butler
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Am I gonna be able to keep up with you in a 172 or not?
yes mate.
Really though? Has S2000 got an LSD? Wish I could afford one tbh.
straight line or corners? straight line i can have a 182 in my golf and my mate just bought an s2000 i'd like to surprise him, corners would be no contest though obv lol
Your mate isnt commited enough
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ajscorsa
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I have him in a straight line, corners are a big no no. he was very commited, golf has more power and alot more tourque just twice the weight
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John
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You've got a remapped 1.8t haven't you?
Clio's aren't that fast.
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ajscorsa
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remap and a couple other things now, prob at about 200 - 210 bhp, just waiting to find a ko3s turbo for it now.
dont get me wrong i didnt beat him by miles but my car is deffo faster
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