One thing I did want to improve over stock was the general stance. The stock suspension was more than capable but I wanted just a small 1" drop while keeping the OEM ride/feel. I felt the best way to accomplish this would be to get the Eibach ProKit. It had just the right drop and a nice small bump in spring rate. However, it works best with the AP1 shocks which luckily I had from Bumblestook. JDV mated up the 27K miles AP1 shocks from Bumblestook with the Eibach prokit and the results were very pleasing and the ride just perfect.
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| Eibach ProKit on AP1 shocks - 2/8/2014 |
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| Helping to install the shocks - 2/8/2014 |
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| Lupa and Bumblestook meet for the first time - 2/8/2014 |
The previous owner also decided to debadge the car. While I like the clean look, it was important to put the badge back on to bring her back to OEM spec.
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| S2000 Badge back on the fender - 2/8/2014 |
One major maintenance task to ensure proper operation of the S2000 is to torque the rear axle nuts to the correct spec (over 220ft/lbs). The owner also removed the front license plate holder and put the license plate holder plug on but living in NY, it would be risky to drive around with both plates on so we simply mounted the plate in the bumper using the tabs I had on Bumblestook. Works great and it's easy enough to remove if desired. I also put back amber side markers. The clear ones look good too but it's not the correct factory color for this car.
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| All done for the day - 2/8/2014 |
