Dave Eastwood (Gadgetman) - Club Chairman Posted March 14, 2016 Share Posted March 14, 2016 Excellent news, probably the most straightforward way to build. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thrustyjust Posted March 14, 2016 Author Share Posted March 14, 2016 I do agree, Dave. As if I have enough on my plate to build the whole car. At least I can get this painted and done before the kit arrives, which is fun. Did you change the gearbox oil in yours before fitting? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CraigHew Posted March 14, 2016 Share Posted March 14, 2016 I'd change the engine and gearbox oil and flush through and bleed with with new clutch fluid before fitting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thrustyjust Posted March 14, 2016 Author Share Posted March 14, 2016 Cheers Craig. It seems to be normal MTF oil for the box. Do they have a drain plug to get it out. Seems I need 1.4 ltrs. I will be changing oil and filters on the engine, as well as plugs and other sundries. I will check the clutch but at 45 k miles, should be fine. I am considering a lighter flywheel as a future mod, so as long as it lasts a couple of years, I'll be happy. Its not pulling the weight of an S2000 any more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Frankland (T3OMF) Posted March 14, 2016 Share Posted March 14, 2016 A new Honda clutch is a definite mate Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thrustyjust Posted March 14, 2016 Author Share Posted March 14, 2016 Really Tom ? Don't tell the wife that !! LOL 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CraigHew Posted March 14, 2016 Share Posted March 14, 2016 The box should have a drain plug and also a seperate filler plug. TBH the gearbox oil is good for 120k miles, but I'd do it anyway. if you haven't stumbled across S2ki forums online ( http://www.s2ki.com/s2000/ ) it's worth registering as there's a wealth of info on the F20c engine and gearbox on there. A couple of people have mentioned the lighter flywheel mod, but I'm not sure i'd do it. If I remember correctly the light flywheel combined with the (standard) gearbox isn't the best combination in the world but read a few of the comments on here in case I've remembered that wrongly. The clutch will be fine but I dare bet the fluid will be black and horrible, plus it's not the easiest to bleed when in-situ. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Eastwood (Gadgetman) - Club Chairman Posted March 14, 2016 Share Posted March 14, 2016 I'd use the Honda gearbox oil, it's not dear, and yes, I changed mine; I let it drain for a good few days as it was cold and thickish. It won't have got it all, but enough to be worthwhile. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Frankland (T3OMF) Posted March 15, 2016 Share Posted March 15, 2016 I used all Honda parts, I just brought a service kit, plus the Honda gear oil, slave clutch cylinder, clutch. Another consideration Justin is buying Westfield's baffle plate for the sump, you need to get it welded in, but I have the Honda putty sealant for when you put the sump back on 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Eastwood (Gadgetman) - Club Chairman Posted March 15, 2016 Share Posted March 15, 2016 I did the same, used all Honda fluids/service parts, with the exception of engine oil, but that's only because I have a particular favourite that I've always used in my Westfields. Oh and you'll need a new alternator/water pump multi-v belt for cars without AC. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Frankland (T3OMF) Posted March 15, 2016 Share Posted March 15, 2016 Really Tom ? Don't tell the wife that !! LOL Sorry mate, I forgot to tell you about all these little hidden little costs when you popped round last weekend Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy (Sycho) Posted March 15, 2016 Share Posted March 15, 2016 I'd also be changing the clutch you would be kicking your self if you hadn't, then had a problem. I pick up a new one for £120, no brainier really! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thrustyjust Posted March 15, 2016 Author Share Posted March 15, 2016 Sorry mate, I forgot to tell you about all these little hidden little costs when you popped round last weekend That's the thing. Just starting on the 'consumables' scenario. I'll not go into too many details as have the build thread started. Luckily our delivery drivers wife works at one of the big motor suppliers and I asked if she could help me out. He said no problem and said she can get it for what they buy stuff in at. So every little bit helps. To be honest, my Zetec ran on Comma oil nicely at 180 bhp. This was made by Silkolene and is good stuff. You'll find Honda don't make oil, just buy it and badge it. I will be dropping oil annually anyway and probably every couple of years in the box , so I am sure that what she can get will be fine. I have to recoup the over budget already , as still have no wheels !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Eastwood (Gadgetman) - Club Chairman Posted March 15, 2016 Share Posted March 15, 2016 Absolutely, just a case of getting the right specs - note though that Honda do use one or two less typical spec fluids and greases on the S2000, but all is perfectly substitutable with the right alternative,. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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