new members??

[dp]

whats with all these new members registering to this forum and not posting a reply? i know you can't start a thread so why not introduce yourselves here? you can hit reply and go on...:)

[WebGod]

This is the same as any other forum online. People like to register and read, not everyone likes to post right away or at least until they are familiar with the site.

[dp]

welll...speak up!! like for instance...robert ( 808???) with the procharger...i didn't even know he was around until the seloc meet...can we @least say hi? :p

[Mario]

Yeah, like what's up with those people who hang around and don't post anything?

Kind of strange if you ask me... ;)

How many posts am I up to now?

Mario.

[dp]

hi mario, im danny :D

[gstate]

Hey what's up then I'm a new member and I jus hate to start bein a post whore but anyhow I'm Brian from Atlanta, I have an '01 S2K Yellow of course, I attend Georgia State and work all the rest of my free time. I hope to make the December drive in the mtns. cause I think I'm actually off that weekend. :goodjob: I'm keeping my fingers crossed.

[dp]

whats up! im actually thinking about goin to ga state for next year...if i find a decent job in atl that is...hehe

[BrianGT]

I posted a few times already. I graduated from Georgia Tech last december, and am working up I75 off Windy Hill. In my spare time, I usually work on audio projects ( www.briangt.com/gallery ). I picked up an s2k a couple of weeks ago, and now have a new hobby :)

--
Brian

[s2 kwkslvr]

Amen,
and welcome to the group.

[S2KOOL]

...and now have a new hobby :)
And what a hobby it will be. You can spend as much time and money as you want on these cars and never get tired of it. Welcome to the club.

[gstate]

A expensive hobby yes, I should open a mod fund for all of you to donate for me cause so much stuff so little time and money :(

[s2 kwkslvr]

A expensive hobby yes, I should open a mod fund for all of you to donate for me cause so much stuff so little time and money :(
Yep!!!! :goodjob: :goodjob:

[WebGod]

Expensive to mod, and expensive to fix.

[dp]

so what are your plans??

[1QUICK1]

Didn't know where to put a first post, so here seems like a good spot.

Just registered and paid membership.

Hello Everyone!!

I currently reside in Hartford, Connecticut and am moving back to Atlanta in the coming weeks. Quit my job (last day is Friday 12/3) and will start looking for new employment once I get settled.

Been a member of s2ki and involved with the NES2KO (New England) group for the past year.

Can't wait to meet the Atlanta folks, attend some drives and enjoy more top-down weather during the year.
-Tom

[dp]

Didn't know where to put a first post, so here seems like a good spot.

Just registered and paid membership.

Hello Everyone!!

I currently reside in Hartford, Connecticut and am moving back to Atlanta in the coming weeks. Quit my job (last day is Friday 12/3) and will start looking for new employment once I get settled.

Been a member of s2ki and involved with the NES2KO (New England) group for the past year.

Can't wait to meet the Atlanta folks, attend some drives and enjoy more top-down weather during the year.
-Tom
wowow~ welcome to atlanta, almost! :D this club is pretty active!!! meet every week and group drive every month! BTW, your right about more top down weather...i was cruising last sunday with top down! :D

[1QUICK1]

Thanks!

Currently Hardtop and winter wheels are on. As it is with most S owners up here.

We had a casino meet and drive with the NYC metro guys this past weekend and most of the guys braved the cold with the top down. Looks like that was the last top-down drive for the year up here for the Northern S owners.

Possible flurries in the forecast. Hopefully I can get outta dodge before it hits.

[suzukasue]

Welcome to all the newbies!!!

[Aaron]

Welcome to all the newbies!!!http://www.s2ki.com/stor/forumshtml/emoticons/iagree.gif
look forward to meeting you Tom

[WebGod]

Didn't know where to put a first post, so here seems like a good spot.

Just registered and paid membership.

Hello Everyone!!

I currently reside in Hartford, Connecticut and am moving back to Atlanta in the coming weeks. Quit my job (last day is Friday 12/3) and will start looking for new employment once I get settled.

Been a member of s2ki and involved with the NES2KO (New England) group for the past year.

Can't wait to meet the Atlanta folks, attend some drives and enjoy more top-down weather during the year.
-TomWelcome back to Atlanta and to the club. :goodjob:

[S2k Dude]

Welcome, I think you'll find the Atlanta club quite helpful.

[Cyclon36]

Welcome to the Club Tom, hope to see you at some of the drives and meets. PM me if you have any questions about the club or what we do.

[1QUICK1]

Thanks All!


I've heard only good comments regarding the ATL club. :goodjob:

Can't wait to be back down south and introduce my girl (my S) to my old stompin grounds. :drive:

[tonybell_57]

Welcome to all the new members. I'm a fairly new member myself (5 weeks) and I've found a great group of folks to hang out with on Tuesdays.. oh yeah, and s2katlanta too..:D Looking forward to meeting some of you new folks soon.

[S2KAli]

As a new person to these boards I was a little hisitant to start posting... i have been bashed on by not owning yet at other sites.
But recently i have started posting and i am finding that ppl on these boards are much more open minded to those of us who dont own our S2K yet!

[suzukasue]

As a new person to these boards I was a little hisitant to start posting... i have been bashed on by not owning yet at other sites.
But recently i have started posting and i am finding that ppl on these boards are much more open minded to those of us who dont own our S2K yet!
Girl! Ask any of the more "senior" members here and you'll find out that I was the biggest S2k groupie...for like a YEAR AND A HALF before I got mine! You will not be bashed here at all. Keep saving and buy your dream car! That's how I did it. :)

[S2KAli]

Thanks... i have been working as a bartender here in Newnan and putting every dime of it i could to my "S2K bucket" (10 gal. paint bucket with the pic.s of my dream all over it) I know it sounds funny... but it is working!

[WebGod]

As a new person to these boards I was a little hisitant to start posting... i have been bashed on by not owning yet at other sites.
But recently i have started posting and i am finding that ppl on these boards are much more open minded to those of us who dont own our S2K yet!Welcome to the board. :goodjob:

[ToniG]

Welcome to all the newbies, look forward to meeting you.

[Doctor T]

We're starting to get more and more female members...the testosterone level of the group is headed south...:rolf:

Welcome to the group Allison...you'll find this group to be very friendly and very accepting of those who aren't owners yet...we'll help you dream about the day you are able to accompany us on one of the drives in your own car

[thecbrman]

i think i've posted a few times on here but i've never introduced myself. My name is Ken, have a 00 berlina black with red interior. About a few months ago, i went to a weekly meet, met a few members. Very friendly crowd. I hope to make it to the weekly meetings more often.

[suzukasue]

Hi Ken! Welcome!

[s2kjones]

Welcome to the board Ken!

[s2kjones]

Thanks... i have been working as a bartender here in Newnan and putting every dime of it i could to my "S2K bucket" (10 gal. paint bucket with the pic.s of my dream all over it) I know it sounds funny... but it is working!
Well, come back when you have a S.








Hehehe!! Just kiding.

Don't mind me, I'm the resident jerk:D

[S2KAli]

Well hello resident jerk.... it has been really nice to have asuch a warm welcome... I have told that most of you are okay with "non-owners" attending your meets and drives.... so how does that work..

Welcome Ken, I am a newbie too!! :) :) :) :)

[s2kjones]

Well hello resident jerk.... it has been really nice to have asuch a warm welcome... I have told that most of you are okay with "non-owners" attending your meets and drives.... so how does that work..

Welcome Ken, I am a newbie too!! :) :) :) :)
You will need to find someone that will lend you their passenger seat...and put you life in their hands:nono:

[S2KAli]

Hmm... sounds like it could be a fun afternoon! I guess I will have to make some friends on the boards, hu? hehe

[Cyclon36]

Yeah, there's always a seat up for grabs. Our next ride is this Sunday. Definitely one that you shouldn't miss if you get a chance to go. We'll be on the twistiest roads in Georgia.

[s2kjones]

Hmm... sounds like it could be a fun afternoon! I guess I will have to make some friends on the boards, hu? hehe
Yeah, be careful with choosing someone to ride with. Some of these people are fricken nuts. :drive:

[Aaron]

Yeah, be careful with choosing someone to ride with. Some of these people are fricken nuts. :drive:who?

[dp]

welcome aboard everyone~ :)

[WebGod]

Yeah, be careful with choosing someone to ride with. Some of these people are fricken nuts. :drive:<------- :D

[S2KAli]

Yeah, be careful with choosing someone to ride with. Some of these people are fricken nuts. :drive:
The nuttier the better I am definatly a thrill seeker! 100% adrenaline junkie!!
I have done the 1/4 mile a few times hehe

Can't wait for a ride along... i have to work Sat. nite till 3am... so this Sun. is out of the question... but next one i will have to have advanced notice and i can get off work... being a bartender i can get off, work fairly easily. Just keep me posted! I am really excited about it!!!

[S2KOOL]

Welcome to all of the newbies. Having been a member for several years, I can tell you that the club is made up of good people enjoying a common pleasure...our beloved S2000's. Whether you already have one, or are still dreaming of the day, you are always welcome since you share the same addiction.

[S2KAli]

I tried to start a new thread so I could show off my new baby... but I guess because I am not a memeber I can't so here is my question... is it possible for me to attatch images to a post? If so, how do I do so? Thanks y'all!;)

[dp]

I tried to start a new thread so I could show off my new baby... but I guess because I am not a memeber I can't so here is my question... is it possible for me to attatch images to a post? If so, how do I do so? Thanks y'all!;)im pretty sure you can attach pics even when your not a member. however, you can't load it from your computer...you'll need a website to host it. after you load it onto a web page, you can use the "insert image" (button with the mtn. and sun picture in black/white/yellow) and paste your image link (website address).

[S2KAli]

Oh.... thank you so much!

[uppitychick]

Hey. I'm new. Name is Betsy. From way down south GA. Actually, I lived in Marietta for many many years and just moved here a couple of years ago. My town only has 2 S2K's. So.... whenever there is a sighting here, it is each other!!

[S2KAli]

Welcome to the boards!!

[uppitychick]

Hope you get yours soon. Mine is a 2002 Berlina Black with red interior. Love it. Comptech exhaust... sounds great. Other stuff, but I don't know what it is called?? :)

[Ziffen]

What part of Georgia are you in Betsy? I'm in Warner Robins. Most of the S2000 owners I've met locally have no interest in anything accept themselves. I would love to meet some other owners, but Atlanta is 1-2 hours away.

Chris

[uppitychick]

Hey. I am very close to you. Americus. My friend and I go to Warner Robins to shop. She moved from there to her. :)

[uppitychick]

I mean "here" not "her"

[Ziffen]

That sounds ridiculous that you come to WR to shop. We (my wife and I) feel that we have to go to Macon or Atlanta to find anything.

[uppitychick]

Closest place for me.... except....Albany....Warner Robins is better than Albany for shopping. All we have it Wal-Mart. Atlanta is, of course, the best..... oh, the malls!.... That is the only thing I miss about Atlanta. Don't miss the traffic!!!!! When it gets time for SERIOUS shopping.... Lenox Mall, yeah baby!

[Ziffen]

Serious shopping for my wife means I've got to make make a weekend trip to Buford. We both enjoy the Mall Of Georgia and with Discover Mills just down the interstate we can spend a couple days there. I've been in WR my entire life, so it is a little boring. I do work in Macon which does give some change of pace.

[uppitychick]

Hubby thought I could not shop much in my little S car...... Hey, have you ever heard of shipping!! Anyway, maybe, if more South Georgia people are listening, we can get a group together down here. :) Okay, we have 2... any more takers??

[gstate]

Different thoughts I guess because I'm from around the Mall of GA and could never seem to find anything, but now that I live in atlanta there's no end to the spending.

[suzukasue]

YAY! Another gal! Welcome Betsy!!!

[WebGod]

Most of the S2000 owners I've met locally have no interest in anything accept themselves.
Ouch, that's rough...

[suzukasue]

Oops - just noticed - Welcome Ziffen too!!! :)

[Aaron]

Welcome to the board, hope you can join us on a drive! Joe's been itching to organize another southern drive, and I've heard Dewain talk about his favorite road in Macon for 2 years now.....we ought to be able to arrange something down your way.

Betsy, I've got family in Americus so now I 've got a couple excuses for a road trip I guess. Maybe we can put together a good route down there & help Joe organize a drive.
Chris, WR isn't to far to drive -- used to have a girlfriend down in Byron -- our cars are too fun & fast for that to be an excuse http://www.s2katlanta.com/%7Es2katl/forum/images/smilies/wink.gif

[uppitychick]

Ouch, that's rough...But...he probably has not met YOU, though.;)
And... for the gals, WooooHoooo! Girls rule....boys drool :rolf:

[Aaron]

And... for the gals, WooooHoooo! Girls rule....boys drool :rolf:that's what Morgan & Toni keep telling me....i think the ladies are getting it confusedhttp://www.s2katlanta.com/%7Es2katl/forum/images/smilies/tongue.gif

[uppitychick]

Just playing...two things, though: You know you guys will do anything for us gals.... and.... more importantly... if Morgan and Toni are your daughters... Man... you are dead in the water!!:rolf:On another note.. I would ask who your family is here in town, but I have only lived here for 2 years and really don't know very many people. It would be great if we could get some South Georgia or any others together. Would love to put a faces with names.

[S2k Dude]

It would be great if we could get some South Georgia or any others together. Would love to put a faces with names.
Seems like there are enough owners South of Atlanta to justify a meet. Maybe one of you should organize a dinner or something.

[uppitychick]

Sounds good to me. All you south GA people chime in so we possibly could find a central location, if anyone else is interested.:)

[turnerg1]

My name is Greg, just joined the other day.
I live in Acworth and just bought my S2K last wednesday. What a thrill.
They finally gave me enough leg room to fit in. You may think I'm crazy for getting one but the thrill is too much.
Its still very comfortable for me.
I have not joined the club yet but may do so soon.
Oh by the way, 2004, Silverstone w/ black interior.

[LITTLEELVISDAN]

Great choice in clolor. and even a better choice in cars. Some will tell you a bananna yellow or black, or baby blue is cooler but silver is a true sports car color. :-)
Hope you join the club.

[tmelch]

They finally gave me enough leg room to fit in. You may think I'm crazy for getting one but the thrill is too much.Why would we, all humble owners of S2000's, think your crazy?? Are you 7 feet tall or something?? Congrats though, you'll love the S. It LOVES to be driven!! :drive:

[Cyclon36]

Welcome to the club Greg. Hope to see you at some of the upcoming drives and events. Let me know if you have any questions about the club.

[Aaron]

welcome aboard, Greg!

another one ALMOST got the interior color right ;)

[turnerg1]

Why would we, all humble owners of S2000's, think your crazy?? Are you 7 feet tall or something?? Congrats though, you'll love the S. It LOVES to be driven!! :drive:

No I only go about 6'5". I am glad they added 3" leg room to the 04's or I would be out.

greg

[ToniG]

Welcome Greg!

[s2 kwkslvr]

COngtats welcome,the fun has begun

[S2KOOL]

Great choice in clolor. and even a better choice in cars. Some will tell you a bananna yellow or black, or baby blue is cooler but silver is a true sports car color. :-)
Hope you join the club.
Now why do you want to go and lie to the potential members. Everyone knows that Honda's racing color is Grand Prix White. The only color for a true Honda sports car.:D

[suzukasue]

Welcome Greg!!! Congrats!!!

[WebGod]

Congrats on your new car Greg and welcome to the site! :D

[tmelch]

No I only go about 6'5". I am glad they added 3" leg room to the 04's or I would be out.

gregDid they REALLY add 3" of leg room to the MY04? First I've heard that. I gave a guy and his girlfriend a ride at the last xcross (he was like 6"5') and he said it was his dream car but he's too tall. Wished I had know that.

[James Bond]

Well, here's my introduction!

I'm Jeff, I'm 25, I have an '02 GP White S2000, a pearl white '88 Nissan 300ZX SS Turbo, a grey '92 Chevy Silverado, and a '98 Marada 2100 cuddy cabin boat. I'm into Auto racing, snow skiing, water skiing/wakeboarding, scuba diving....and bunches of other things!

I've had my S2000 since new, and I've enjoyed participating in Open Lapping track days, SCCA and Porsche Club Auto-x's, and several drifting events. I use my 300ZX in a local racing series (COMMA Challenge) which is divided into 4 classes and is wheel-to-wheel racing, and several 6 hour endurance races. Unfortunately, that car suffered an engine fire over the summer, and I havn't had a chance to fix it before the move, so it'll be staying in Oklahoma City untill I can make a trip back out here and tow it to Savannah.

Mods to the S2k, I only have an AEM CAI. My best 1/4 mile time is a 13.85 @ 100.36mph with a 1.9 60'

Mods to my 300ZX, JDM engine swap, removed all emissions controls, Autopower 6 point roll cage, Stroud Safety 5pt cam-loc harnesses, Tokico Illumina shocks/struts, Suspension Techniqes springs, Prothane bushings, Clutch specialties 6 puck disk with ACT HD pressure plate, DIY manual boost controller (@9psi), HKS BOV, custom turbo-back exhaust (no cat, no muffler, side dump), Nitrous Express 75 shot.
Best time (on old 145,000 mile motor with all emissions intact) 13.6 @ 105 w/75 shot @ 7psi.

Here is my S2000 on a spring trip down to Texas
http://a9.cpimg.com/image/0B/EF/31584779-0b79-028001E0-.jpg

Here's the S on track days
http://a6.cpimg.com/image/04/AD/12393476-3655-02000180-.jpg

The Nissan during testing at a Porsche Club event
http://a4.cpimg.com/image/7E/FB/41259134-349e-024001B0-.jpg

The Nissan at a COMMA event
http://a8.cpimg.com/image/74/5E/23382388-4cf0-02000180-.jpg

Here's my boat "Shaken Not Stirred" at Lake Texoma, TX
http://a1.cpimg.com/image/95/57/34460821-3363-02000180-.jpg

But like I said, I'm moving to Savannah, GA here in a few weeks, and I'm trying to get to meet a few people as soon as I can, since I don't know anyone there yet.

[Cyclon36]

Welcome to the club Jeff. Nice toys as well. Hopefully we can get you on the track for one of our track days. Sounds like you'd be an excellent addition. Our next track day is Carolina Motor Park this summer, but spots are only open to paid members for now (good reason to join up). Most of the crew is around Atlanta, but we do have a few that are near or in Savannah. I'm not sure who exaclty, but some of the other members probably know. Let me know if you have any questions.

[Cyclon36]

BTW, I guess you got the job right? Hopefully you'll enjoy Savannah. You're taking the boat with you of course right?

[James Bond]

Heck yeah I'm bringing the boat! Yes, I did get the job, and they will be sending a moving company over in a few weeks to pack up all my crap that I've aquired. I think they'll be pissed when they realize they will need to pack up two longblocks for the Z, and 4 sets of wheels!

[WebGod]

Well, here's my introduction!

I'm Jeff, I'm 25, I have an '02 GP White S2000Hi Jeff, welcome to the board and welcome to GA!!

[Fast Shadow]

Did they REALLY add 3" of leg room to the MY04? First I've heard that. I gave a guy and his girlfriend a ride at the last xcross (he was like 6"5') and he said it was his dream car but he's too tall. Wished I had know that.
I test drove an 04 before buying my 02 and I perceived less leg room in the 04. I had the seat back all the way in both cars when testing them. 6'5" is probably pushing it in the S2k. One of my coworkers is 6'3" and he fits comfortably in the driver's seat of my car (with the top up), but it's close.

I rode passenger in my car for the first time tonight and was surprised by how much legroom there is on that side, despite the hump in the floor. It was as comfortable as my friend's E46 M3. :goodjob:

[S2KOOL]

Welcome Jeff. You should enjoy the track days once you join the club. There are several tracks around the area, with the best right here in Atlanta...Road Atlanta.

[tmelch]

Welcome Jeff. You should enjoy the track days once you join the club. There are several tracks around the area, with the best right here in Atlanta...Road Atlanta.Yeehawww! Man, I want to go back there!! Welcome to the club Jeff!

[AcousticKeith]

Hello everyone!

I'm Keith and I just got my 2002 Suzuka Blue S2000 last week. I used to have an RSX, so I've been hanging around with the ATL RSX guys mostly and was pretty active on ClubRSX. I've lived in Atlanta since I was 5, so I'm pretty much a native. No mods as of yet, but intake and exhaust are about to be ordered. Header will be in the future.

I look forward to meeting you guys soon.

[dp]

Hello everyone!

I'm Keith and I just got my 2002 Suzuka Blue S2000 last week. I used to have an RSX, so I've been hanging around with the ATL RSX guys mostly and was pretty active on ClubRSX. I've lived in Atlanta since I was 5, so I'm pretty much a native. No mods as of yet, but intake and exhaust are about to be ordered. Header will be in the future.

I look forward to meeting you guys soon.
congrats on your purchase!~ see you around~~ btw, keep your stock headers and get something else for a grand...;)

[s2 kwkslvr]

welcome to the group.
Congrats on the purchase.

[LITTLEELVISDAN]

congrats on your purchase!~ see you around~~ btw, keep your stock headers and get something else for a grand...;)
I agree! take a look at the "Turbonator":rolf: :rolf: :rolf:

Welcome to the group.

[suzukasue]

Welcome Jeff and Keith!

Keith - I have a Suzuka Blue S and live in Lawrenceville too! See ya around!

[F8d2Blk]

Welcome to the website. You should come out to one of the weekly meets.

[Dewain27]

welcome to the club.... Let me know if you have any questions about things. I hope to see you at some of our events soon!

[Cyclon36]

Welcome to the club Keith. I'm sure you'll get tons of ideas from guys in this club. Good luck with the car and hope to see you at one of the meets.

[WebGod]

Hello everyone!

I'm Keith and I just got my 2002 Suzuka Blue S2000 last week. I used to have an RSX, so I've been hanging around with the ATL RSX guys mostly and was pretty active on ClubRSX. I've lived in Atlanta since I was 5, so I'm pretty much a native. No mods as of yet, but intake and exhaust are about to be ordered. Header will be in the future.

I look forward to meeting you guys soon.Welcome to the club Keith!! We'll probably see each other since we're both in L'ville. :goodjob:

[anti-traction]

hello all. just dropping in to say hi, i just got back from a quick run in the mountains and just happened to meet s2_kwkslver at the top of blood mountain. that car is a thing of true beauty, thanks a ton for letting me get behind the wheel! made me remember my turbo miata days for sure.

as for the formal intro to everyone else, my name is Erin and i drive a 1993 240sx with a thing or two done to it http://www.s2000atlanta.com/forum/images/smilies/wink.gif (won't bore anyone with the details). my other ride is a honda CBR954RR that spends most of it's time in the mountains of north GA and north carolina/tennessee. most of my driving experience has been in the mountains although recently i've started into competitive drifting which has had me on a few tracks so far and a couple parking lot courses. after driving the car i did today i hope to someday soon pick up my own s2k, for now i'll stick to my cheap used cars. hopefully i'll see some of you guys/girls around in the mountains sometime.

http://www.photodump.com/direct/esanford/DSC_4387smaller.jpg

[S2k Dude]

Hi Erin!

[Cyclon36]

Hey Erin. We'll be looking for you.

[suzukasue]

...my name is Erin and i drive a 1993 240sx...
Is it Erin or Eric? Anyway, hello and welcome!!

[anti-traction]

Is it Erin or Eric? Anyway, hello and welcome!!

it's Erin... and thanks for the welcome everyone :D . hope you don't mind a non owner sticking around... ;)

[tmelch]

We were all non S owners at one time!

[tonybell_57]

Welcome Erin, Keith and Jeff. I hope to meet each of you soon.

[WebGod]

it's Erin... and thanks for the welcome everyone :D . hope you don't mind a non owner sticking around... ;)If you're that bored, then we don't mind... :D

Welcome :goodjob:

[s2 kwkslvr]

Erin ,
It was a pleasure meeting you and following you around them there hills.You gave me all I wanted trying to keep up with you,Partner you have skills,without the extra ponies you would have left me in the twisties.
I was in Greenville for a job interview and took a day of vacation,Anyway I was on my way home down 85 and took a hard right and wound up on the way to the loop.Erin and i met at the top of Bood Muntian. He has done so much to his car and it is as fast as any n/a S that I have come across. Did yu tell me that you were pushing 240 hp at the wheels Turbo gves you bunches of low end power. I do not get to 240 at the wheels until I guess around v-tech,which means when I let my car get out of V-tech you pulled me bad.:goodjob: :drive:
You are welcomed to run with me anytime you can.I enjoyed following your lines.

I tried to post a new thread but the board would not alloy it.I have sent a few pm's asking for HELP!
regards
kwkslvr


hello all. just dropping in to say hi, i just got back from a quick run in the mountains and just happened to meet s2_kwkslver at the top of blood mountain. that car is a thing of true beauty, thanks a ton for letting me get behind the wheel! made me remember my turbo miata days for sure.

as for the formal intro to everyone else, my name is Erin and i drive a 1993 240sx with a thing or two done to it http://www.s2000atlanta.com/forum/images/smilies/wink.gif (won't bore anyone with the details). my other ride is a honda CBR954RR that spends most of it's time in the mountains of north GA and north carolina/tennessee. most of my driving experience has been in the mountains although recently i've started into competitive drifting which has had me on a few tracks so far and a couple parking lot courses. after driving the car i did today i hope to someday soon pick up my own s2k, for now i'll stick to my cheap used cars. hopefully i'll see some of you guys/girls around in the mountains sometime.

http://www.photodump.com/direct/esanford/DSC_4387smaller.jpg

[s2kjones]

hello all. just dropping in to say hi, i just got back from a quick run in the mountains and just happened to meet s2_kwkslver at the top of blood mountain. that car is a thing of true beauty, thanks a ton for letting me get behind the wheel! made me remember my turbo miata days for sure.

as for the formal intro to everyone else, my name is Erin and i drive a 1993 240sx with a thing or two done to it http://www.s2000atlanta.com/forum/images/smilies/wink.gif (won't bore anyone with the details). my other ride is a honda CBR954RR that spends most of it's time in the mountains of north GA and north carolina/tennessee. most of my driving experience has been in the mountains although recently i've started into competitive drifting which has had me on a few tracks so far and a couple parking lot courses. after driving the car i did today i hope to someday soon pick up my own s2k, for now i'll stick to my cheap used cars. hopefully i'll see some of you guys/girls around in the mountains sometime.

http://www.photodump.com/direct/esanford/DSC_4387smaller.jpg
Welcome fellow drifter :goodjob:

Maybe you have seen me :D

http://drift411.com/modules/gallery/albums/album37/PICT0058.jpg

[s2kjones]

Damn, I am a dumass. Welcome to the board icantdrift :D

[s2 kwkslvr]

Erin new you and your car,around the drifting world.
:cheers:

[anti-traction]

Damn, I am a dumass. Welcome to the board icantdrift :D

lol, didn't the event pic look familiar david?

and rick, thanks for the kind words. i was doing all i could to cope with those tires. i'll be happy next month to head to ocala and drift them off clean :drive: . big difference going from a 225/245 staggered combo to these spares with the 205's on them ;) . this car is solid as a rock with the staggered rims, but these new ones just don't stick like those.

did you notice me on 60 falling back and turning into that insanely steep dirt/gravel driveway? i blew a cap off my intercooler piping and had an adventure rigging it on that steep hill then getting my car back up to the road ;) . she's great on the street but not much for offroading :rolf:

[s2 kwkslvr]

I saw you turn around and thought you were going to do the loop again,now I feel like a dumas.I would have never knowingly left you in trouble.Is all ok now?

[anti-traction]

I saw you turn around and thought you were going to do the loop again,now I feel like a dumas.I would have never knowingly left you in trouble.Is all ok now?
yeah all is well... i basically pulled out my toolbag, grabbed the duct tape off the top and covered the hole with about 10 layers of tape, enough to seal it and keep it from playing with the MAF readings as long as i stayed out of boost. that lasted until i got to about 5 miles from gainesville on hwy53 before blowing off going up a steep hill and into boost a bit too much:p . another taping and i got home just fine. i've since capped it with much sturdier materials and double hose clamps so it should be good for a while at least :goodjob: . just wish i could find a rubber cap that would fit it right, nobody seems to have anything.

oh, and no worries about not stopping. i actually figured if you saw me whip around like that that you'd think i was having another go at it. that was as far as i was going to go because the engine had shut down (damn MAF equipped cars) and i didn't want to pull off the side on that blind curve. hope the people that lived there, if any, weren't too mad about the deep tire channels i left trying to get out :rolf: . i was much more worried about getting back up that hill than fixing my car.

[rollins]

hello

I am new and posting to introduce myself. I am the same rollins from s2ki. I live in decatur al. But, I did live kennesaw for a year or so back in 96-97. I stayed at the falls of bells ferry for those of you that know the town center area. Used to work for Averitt Express as a dispatcher and dock supervisor. I now work for Nucor Steel ( great company) I am 31 years old. married for eight years, and have two kids.

[WebGod]

hello

I am new and posting to introduce myself. I am the same rollins from s2ki. I live in decatur al. But, I did live kennesaw for a year or so back in 96-97. I stayed at the falls of bells ferry for those of you that know the town center area. Used to work for Averitt Express as a dispatcher and dock supervisor. I now work for Nucor Steel ( great company) I am 31 years old. married for eight years, and have two kids.Welcome to the site! :goodjob:

[Cyclon36]

Welcome to the site Rollins!

[s2 kwkslvr]

Rollins,
Welcome,I work for Ryersontull
kwkslvr
hello

I am new and posting to introduce myself. I am the same rollins from s2ki. I live in decatur al. But, I did live kennesaw for a year or so back in 96-97. I stayed at the falls of bells ferry for those of you that know the town center area. Used to work for Averitt Express as a dispatcher and dock supervisor. I now work for Nucor Steel ( great company) I am 31 years old. married for eight years, and have two kids.

[Aaron]

welcome!

[ToniG]

Welcome to the site Jeff, Erin, Keith and Andy. Erin, I am also a 240sx owner, times 3. I am working on cosmetics right now. I get my car back on Monday. Will start saving for mods in March. Looking to do some Sylvia mods.

[anti-traction]

Welcome to the site Jeff, Erin, Keith and Andy. Erin, I am also a 240sx owner, times 3. I am working on cosmetics right now. I get my car back on Monday. Will start saving for mods in March. Looking to do some Sylvia mods.

i'm not big on all the silvia bodywork stuff, i've found much better stuff i can spend a couple grand on :goodjob: . but i do have the drivetrain out of a 180sx in my car from the engine to the limited slip and that swap is very worthwhile. i'm looking into some new toys right now that'll put me ~300whp and stay on the reliable side so i'm excited for my next round of goodies :D .

[ToniG]

i'm not big on all the silvia bodywork stuff, i've found much better stuff i can spend a couple grand on :goodjob: . but i do have the drivetrain out of a 180sx in my car from the engine to the limited slip and that swap is very worthwhile. i'm looking into some new toys right now that'll put me ~300whp and stay on the reliable side so i'm excited for my next round of goodies :D . Sounds sweet!

[dp]

Welcome to the site Jeff, Erin, Keith and Andy. Erin, I am also a 240sx owner, times 3. I am working on cosmetics right now. I get my car back on Monday. Will start saving for mods in March. Looking to do some Sylvia mods.
s15 strawberry face....mmm...mmm...mmmmmmm~:D

[airborne.s2000]

Hello to all the pretty little S2Ks floating around up in Atlanta. I know there are at least a half dozen down here in Savannah. I just purchased my GPW '01 in OKC, OK in December. It will be down here in Savannah for a few more months before I begin my Officer Candidate School road trip to Columbus, and then Fort Gordon. After that, my beauty will be off the streets for about a year as I head back over to the big bowl of sand.

[KatJ]

Hello to all the pretty little S2Ks floating around up in Atlanta. I know there are at least a half dozen down here in Savannah. I just purchased my GPW '01 in OKC, OK in December. It will be down here in Savannah for a few more months before I begin my Officer Candidate School road trip to Columbus, and then Fort Gordon. After that, my beauty will be off the streets for about a year as I head back over to the big bowl of sand.
Welcome! Savannah is a fun town!

[Cyclon36]

Welcome to the club airborne! I forget all the members we have in the savannah area, but there are a few. Hopefully you'll have a good time with the car before you get shipped out.

[WebGod]

Hello to all the pretty little S2Ks floating around up in Atlanta. I know there are at least a half dozen down here in Savannah. I just purchased my GPW '01 in OKC, OK in December. It will be down here in Savannah for a few more months before I begin my Officer Candidate School road trip to Columbus, and then Fort Gordon. After that, my beauty will be off the streets for about a year as I head back over to the big bowl of sand.Welcome to the site, have fun and don't be shy... :D

[YellowS2K]

Welcome to the Club and thanks for your service to our country. Be safe and look us up when you get back.

[afwfjustin]

Hey everyone, I'm Justin and I just bought a '00 NFR s2k this past week. I go to Ga. State and live off of roswell road. I'm hoping to meet some other s2k owners and look forward to meetings or drives or whatever it is you people do :)

[KatJ]

Welcome Justin!

[Johnyboy]

or whatever it is you people do :)
Orgies, ritual sacrifices, that sort of thing.

Welcome. :D

[KatJ]

Orgies, ritual sacrifices, that sort of thing.

Welcome. :D
Somebody's fantasizing out loud this morning.:D

[Johnyboy]

Somebody's fantasizing out loud this morning.:D
I'm up early and my brain hasn't caught up yet.

[dp]

welcome justin!~ you know about the honda-tech meet over at andrettis this sunday? supposedly it's going to be super big! few s2kers here are going including myself....see you soon!~

[Aaron]

Hey everyone, I'm Justin and I just bought a '00 NFR s2k this past week. I go to Ga. State and live off of roswell road. I'm hoping to meet some other s2k owners and look forward to meetings or drives or whatever it is you people do :)in addition to the honda-tech meet, others are heading out for a drive in the mountains -- either will be fun:goodjob:

[Cyclon36]

Welcome to the club Justin. Hope to see you at some of the upcoming events. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask.

[silver/black]

Ok enough Lurking I registered and would love to participate in some club events like the DIY. Got tool and parts but it might be nice to have someone looking over my shoulder who has done the work before.

[Cyclon36]

excellent, welcome to the club!

[HartS2K]

This looks like the place to say hello. Just bought an '05 Berlina Black S2000 two weeks ago and have almost passed the break-in stage. Can't wait. Hopefully, I'll be able to attend some of the functions but until then, just wanted to say hello.

[Johnyboy]

Wow, must be the weather bringing everyone out of hiding.

[Cyclon36]

This looks like the place to say hello. Just bought an '05 Berlina Black S2000 two weeks ago and have almost passed the break-in stage. Can't wait. Hopefully, I'll be able to attend some of the functions but until then, just wanted to say hello.
Welcome to the club. Look forward to meeting you at some of the events coming up.

[HartS2K]

The weather is just making me think more about the fact that I'm not in my car but inside working.

[silver/black]

Yea working, right. Finally got my K&N FIPK in yesterday. Going to rush & install it this afternoon.

[afwfjustin]

Orgies, ritual sacrifices, that sort of thing.

Welcome. :D
Sweet!

haha...

The tech-meet sounds awesome, but Sundays are tough for me since I have to work to support the ol' college life and still own an s2k. :) I work at the Cheesecake Factory at Perimeter mall btw.

Any function on Saturdays would be great, or Sundays after 5 pm or so. I'll also have to come out to the Tuesday meetings once my bowling league is over with!

Thanks for the warm welcome,
Justin

[Cyclon36]

Yea working, right. Finally got my K&N FIPK in yesterday. Going to rush & install it this afternoon.
Cool, I want to check out the FIPK. I"ve seen pictures, but never one in person. You should try and make one of the Tuesday or Thursday meets.

[tmelch]

This looks like the place to say hello. Just bought an '05 Berlina Black S2000 two weeks ago and have almost passed the break-in stage. Can't wait. Hopefully, I'll be able to attend some of the functions but until then, just wanted to say hello.You picked the right color!! That makes 5 in the club, doesn't it? :goodjob:

[tmelch]

Cool, I want to check out the FIPK.Ok, I give up. Forced induction poop kicker? :D Gotta be something with the intake? :confused:

[Cyclon36]

Ok, I give up. Forced induction poop kicker? :D Gotta be something with the intake? :confused:That's it. I'm tired of all this poop getting on my car. I need something to get rid of it while adding 100rwhp :D

It's just a cold air intake. Not sure what K&N was saying when they called it the FIPK.

[WebGod]

Hey everyone, I'm Justin and I just bought a '00 NFR s2k this past week. I go to Ga. State and live off of roswell road. I'm hoping to meet some other s2k owners and look forward to meetings or drives or whatever it is you people do :)Congrats and welcome to the board! :D

[Sledge]

Hey, Im Aaron , I live on the south side and i just got my S in Feb. Its stock right now. '00 model NFR with black interior. Ill be at the Honda-tech meet on sunday for a little while but i never driven in the mountains, whose going sunday.

[Cyclon36]

Hey, Im Aaron , I live on the south side and i just got my S in Feb. Its stock right now. '00 model NFR with black interior. Ill be at the Honda-tech meet on sunday for a little while but i never driven in the mountains, whose going sunday.
Hey Aaron. Welcome to the club. I might be up at the Honda-Tech thingy on Sunday as well. As for the drive, our official April drive is Sunday the 10th. There's a list going in that thread for who all is going. We also have a pre-run this Saturday. Hope to see you at some of the upcoming events. Let me know if you have any questions about anything.

[Johnyboy]

Not sure what K&N was saying when they called it the FIPK.
Fuel Injection Performance Kit

[S2KOOL]

Sweet!

haha...

The tech-meet sounds awesome, but Sundays are tough for me since I have to work to support the ol' college life and still own an s2k. :) I work at the Cheesecake Factory at Perimeter mall btw.

Any function on Saturdays would be great, or Sundays after 5 pm or so. I'll also have to come out to the Tuesday meetings once my bowling league is over with!

Thanks for the warm welcome,
Justin
Justin, welcome to the club. Last Sunday was my first time eating at the Cheesecake Factory. The food there is great. You will need to talk with Jesse. He is our resident bowling league junky. Maybe you guys can be the start of an S2000 league.

Again, welcome.

[WebGod]

Hey, Im Aaron , I live on the south side and i just got my S in Feb. Its stock right now. '00 model NFR with black interior. Ill be at the Honda-tech meet on sunday for a little while but i never driven in the mountains, whose going sunday.Just what we needed, another Aaron... Well I guess it can only get better... :D

Just kidding, welcome to the club! :goodjob:

[WebGod]

I'll also have to come out to the Tuesday meetings once my bowling league is over with!

Thanks for the warm welcome,
JustinYeah, I bowl league on Tuesday night too, that's why I go to the Thursday meets instead.... Sometimes... :D

[Aaron]

Just what we needed, another Aaron... Well I guess it can only get better... :D

Just kidding, welcome to the club! :goodjob: hahahahahahaha
http://www.s2katlanta.com/%7Es2katl/forum/images/smilies/angry-smiley-048.gif

[afwfjustin]

Awesome, where do you bowl at webgod? I bowl at the express lanes down off of monroe. My average right now is down since my car was stolen a month ago, which had my bowling bag complete with shoes and 2 balls in the trunk. I've been using lane shoes and lane balls and have been doing really poorly the past 4 weeks so I'm down to about 168 right now :(

Lane balls are not very good when you throw a mean hook like I do :)

[WebGod]

Awesome, where do you bowl at webgod? I bowl at the express lanes down off of monroe. My average right now is down since my car was stolen a month ago, which had my bowling bag complete with shoes and 2 balls in the trunk. I've been using lane shoes and lane balls and have been doing really poorly the past 4 weeks so I'm down to about 168 right now :(

Lane balls are not very good when you throw a mean hook like I do :)I'm bowling at Brunswick Peachtree on Tuesday and American Fun Bowl off Mountain Industrial Blvd on Wednesday.

You can check my stats here.... and yours too if they are sanctioned leagues.

http://members.bowl.com/FindAMember/memberView.aspx?ms=3296&mp=390&s=2003-2004

[Aaron]

You can check my stats here.... and yours too if they are sanctioned leagues.

http://members.bowl.com/FindAMember/memberView.aspx?ms=3296&mp=390&s=2003-2004..his answer is a rarely seen example of modesty...
he bowls over 240 and has multiple perfect games to his credit....
I actually look forward to watching him bowl sometime.....

[ToniG]

Just what we needed, another Aaron... Well I guess it can only get better... :D

Just kidding, welcome to the club! :goodjob:Welcome to the club Aaron. Look forward to meeting you at one of our events!

WebGod, you be nice or I'll have to hurt you for ragging on my Aaron.
:D ;) He is the best!

[dp]

..his answer is a rarely seen example of modesty...
he bowls over 240 and has multiple perfect games to his credit....
I actually look forward to watching him bowl sometime.....
me too!!~ :D

[afwfjustin]

Wow quite the bowler. I'm impressed :) I show up on that site, but my stats aren't there. This is my first season on a league, I guess that's why they haven't posted yet. I typically bowl a 520-610 series, but never anything as high as yours, that's incredible :) I bet you rack up every week in brackets and such.

[afwfjustin]

Unfortunately I couldn't make it to the meeting last night. I'm in the middle of moving and have to be out by this weekend and needed the time to move stuff to the new place. Today though, I got a s2katlanta business card put on my driver's side door while I was at work today. Thought that was pretty cool. It was parked in the back of the Dillards/cheesecake factory parking lot at perimeter mall, just wondering who saw my car :)

[Doctor T]

.......Today though, I got a s2katlanta business card put on my driver's side door while I was at work today. Thought that was pretty cool. It was parked in the back of the Dillards/cheesecake factory parking lot at perimeter mall, just wondering who saw my car :)

That would be me...looked like your car was freshly washed/polished....too bad it rained on it afterward...

[afwfjustin]

yeah the rain and also this pollen... it's insane that I have to rinse off my car daily due to the pollen because I can't stand my car to look dirty. Unfortunately for me the pollen doesn't match MY car :rolf:

[F8d2civic]

Well I'm not exactly new to hanging out with you guys, just new to the site. But if anyone didn't know I'm Karen. Jeff's(F8d2blk) wife.

[suzukasue]

Well I'm not exactly new to hanging out with you guys, just new to the site. But if anyone didn't know I'm Karen. Jeff's(F8d2blk) wife.
Welcome anyway Karen! I like your "F8d2civic" name. Oh, and I think it's way cool that Jeff let's you drive his S. Yay Jeff!

[S2KJD]

I'm bowling at Brunswick Peachtree on Tuesday and American Fun Bowl off Mountain Industrial Blvd on Wednesday.

You can check my stats here.... and yours too if they are sanctioned leagues.

http://members.bowl.com/FindAMember/memberView.aspx?ms=3296&mp=390&s=2003-2004
Man, how good to you have to be to go pro? Those stats are impressive:D
I use to bowl, in my teenage years, and kept an average of around 180, but never bowled 300's and such...

[dp]

welcome to the board karen~ I'm Danny if you can remember....the korean guy with glasses...really cute and sexy :D

[F8d2civic]

Welcome anyway Karen! I like your "F8d2civic" name. Oh, and I think it's way cool that Jeff let's you drive his S. Yay Jeff!
Thanks Wendy, I think Jeff is about ready to have his car back though. We didn't think the body shop would have mine this long. I can't wait either even though I love driving the S.

[F8d2civic]

welcome to the board karen~ I'm Danny if you can remember....the korean guy with glasses...really cute and sexy :D
Too funny, I hope Jeff sees that! Thanks Danny!

[WebGod]

Thanks Wendy, I think Jeff is about ready to have his car back though. We didn't think the body shop would have mine this long. I can't wait either even though I love driving the S.You're driving Jeff's car while yours in the shop?? :rolf: :rolf: :rolf: :rolf: :rolf:

[F8d2civic]

You're driving Jeff's car while yours in the shop?? :rolf: :rolf: :rolf: :rolf: :rolf:Hey, not funny!

[WebGod]

Hey, not funny!Yeah, it actually is. What is Jeff driving while you drive his cool car... ?

[F8d2civic]

Yeah, it actually is. What is Jeff driving while you drive his cool car... ?ok, maybe it is cause I take him to work and pick him up, poor guy. The down falls to getting married(your wife steals your car)!

[WebGod]

The down falls to getting married(your wife steals your car)!Nope, not happening. She would be in a rental car the same as I would if my car was jacked up.

[F8d2civic]

Nope, not happening. She would be in a rental car the same as I would if my car was jacked up.The car is not jack up, it was just suppost to be out of the paint shop last wed. not this wed.

[KatJ]

I don't know if I'd let my boyfriend/husband/whatevah drive my car. It would depend upon if he could drive it well or not. :D I've let guys drive my S to pretty disasterous results (look at my front bumper). :(

Assuming Karen is a good driver, there should be no problem with her driving Jeff's S. Saves a rental car bill.

[02S2]

I met some members yesterday in Dahlonega yesterday. I will try and meet up for the next event.

[Cyclon36]

Welcome to the club Brandon. Hope to see you at some of the upcoming events. Let me know if you have any questions.

[KatJ]

I met some members yesterday in Dahlonega yesterday. I will try and meet up for the next event.
I'm glad you found us! It was cool to meet you after the drive. You should try for the next one.

[S2000]

welcome to the board karen~ I'm Danny if you can remember....the korean guy with glasses...really cute and sexy :Dthats me:nono: :nono: :nono:

[tonybell_57]

I met some members yesterday in Dahlonega yesterday. I will try and meet up for the next event.Brandon, it was good meeting you. Always happy to have another S owner with the right color (Black :D ) join us. Welcome aboard:goodjob:

[Dante]

Hey all, new to the Atlanta area. I've been on S2ki for almost 2 years, had my S almost 2 years, but I've been living in Charlotte and Columbia. Looking forward to meeting most of you this summer though I won't make it to WTD :( If anyone lives in Post Vinings let me know, I've seen a couple '04s around there.

[ToniG]

Welcome to the board Patrick!

[WebGod]

Hey all, new to the Atlanta area. I've been on S2ki for almost 2 years, had my S almost 2 years, but I've been living in Charlotte and Columbia. Looking forward to meeting most of you this summer though I won't make it to WTD :( If anyone lives in Post Vinings let me know, I've seen a couple '04s around there.Welcome to the board. Have fun.

[Cyclon36]

Welcome to the board. We usually have alot going on. Glad you decided to join us.

[Dewain27]

Dante,

You are right down the road from me... If you want to meet up on Tuesdays. I am usually there for the meets or just want to meet up to hang out, let me know. I know that we have a lot going on this month with the club, so feel free to join us for any of our events!

Later,

Dewain

[DosEquis Driver]

Greetings and salutations...

Given that I've been posting a bit this may be somewhat overdue as some of the more pertinent details have been dotted across my postings. Anyway, I'm Mark and the rider I'm taking the inside line on would be my lovely wife Debbie... (isn't Photoshop wonderful).

http://www.thetandemlink.com/Images/sidebyside.jpg

Personal: We're married, live in Kennesaw (Unincorporated, i.e., handgun optional), have two adult sons, a couple grandkids, and our youngest is closing on his first home in June and getting married in July (woo hoo). I herd cats (program management) and Debbie manages accounts receivable and we aren't nearly as close to retirement as you might think based upon the age of Debbie's sons or the grandkiddles.

Our S2000 story: We acquired an '04 S for Debbie back on March 19th from a gentleman over in Decatur whom we met via Ebay (didn't meet the reserve, don't you know). Of course, like many sellers, the owner characterized the car as flawless and described himself as someone who really took great care of his vehicles as do so many folks who, bless their hearts**, really don't even though they think they do. Apparently, after it was acquired in April '04, it endured some 15k miles of I85 and other freeway traffic + no covered parking for about 8 months of its life, and picked up some pretty nasty dings along the way leaving the finish somewhat worse for wear. Interior and mechanicals were OK.

Needless to say, it was in need of some TLC but the final price was right and it carried a transferrable 100k HondaCare Service Plan so what the heck. We've been able to get it 'buffed-up' enough to be respectable as a daily driver, but it's too far gone to repair all of the paint damage without resorting to stripping it down to bare metal and having it repainted. As it is, I've pretty much removed 1/2 of the clear coat while simply removing the scratches, waterspots, and other minor flaws. Anyway, Debbie doesn't notice any of this stuff and absolutely loves her little red convertible "as is" so that's that, eh?

Why the S2000 and why this S2000? I try to make a point of not driving the car as, despite growing old, like most of my male peers and motorsports enthusiats I've never quite grown up and there's nothing like a hot little sportscar to draw out those little demons. Interestingly enough, I don't have those little demons with me on the motorcycle... they're probably too risk adverse. Anyway, less I digress, the "S" is a midlife recovery plan for Debbie who spent the last 10 years & 190k miles in a '95 Toyota 4Runner 4WD Limited, acquired as a client hauler when she was still dabbling in real estate. I think it was the 2nd grandchild that put her over the top with respect to needing something to rejuvinate her spirit. Who was I to stand in the way of her enthusiasm for my suggestion of the S2000, a car she really didn't know anything about until I had her sit in one at the local CarMax dealer. It was a Spa Yellow '02 that CarMax being CarMax wanted too much for but, it definitely grabbed her attention, far more so than a C5 convertible, G35 coupe, and a MB C230 Kompressor that I had also pre-screened for her. After she became interested I did my homework, discovered the S2ki Web site and other on-line resources including this one, and got a little bit smart about the car and history. Given that it was going to be her "almost every day" driver (we also have a Suburban that we use to haul the kids, their spouses, and grandkids as well as our bicycles and other "stuff"), the '04s seemed a bit better suited to her driving habits and, well, she really liked the 17's and new front/rear end treatments so that's what we went shopping for. Aside from having to do a lot of clean-up, no regrets: a great little car that is somewhat exclusive.

Whip Round-Up: I should probably note that I've been predisposed as a fan of high-revving 4 wheeled 4 bangers since '77 when I picked up a '75 Cosworth Vega (#1624 of 3,600 produced that year) and became smitten with dual overhead cams, 4 valves per cyclinder, fuel injection, and a really sticky suspension and tire set-up. It only had 120 bhp and redline of 6,500 rpm but, for its time, that was really mind blowing to my peers who were jacking up and putting big cams, 4 barrels, 4.11 posi rear-ends, and headers with glasspacks onto '64 - '73 model year Chevy, Ford, and Mopar muscle cars. It was a great little Solo II car given the high reving engine and torque arm suspension stolen off the V8 Chevrolet Monzas. Dang, I miss that car... My other favorite former ride was a grey market '85 Mercedes 190E-16V (another motor built by Cosworth). For those not familiar with them, these were 4 door hotrods built by MB for a touring sedan racing series in Europe that came from the factory putting out about 185 bhp with a 7,200 redline, had an active hydraulic suspension system, 5 speed short-throw manual transmissions, AMG body kit, front & rear leather Recaro racing seats, and in our case factory 16" MB alloys with 225/40's all around. Again, another great handling road car that extracted a lot from 4 cyclinders. Unfortunately, I acquired this austensibly for Debbie who had just started selling real estate and it proved to be impractical as a client hauler, what with the manual tranny, racing seats, and very aggressive look. Well, that and I was wearing out the tires in about 8k miles. Alas, the aforementioned 4Runner was acquired to replace it and then supplemented in '97 by a low-mileage '94 Mustang GT Covertible with the 5.0 liter motor; a milestone birthday present for Debbie. She never found time to drive the car and, I suspect didn't really like it all that much. Me, having been spoiled by the Cosworths, big V8 motors in heavy cars just weren't all that exciting so we let that one go in '00.

Anyway, more than y'all wanted to know. Oh yeah, we spend most of our weekends cycling around Georgia's mountains and closer in locales on our road or off-road tandem bicycles. And, well, yes, I'm also a motorcycle enthusiast (well, OK, I'd just rather ride anything with two wheels and no top vs. any four wheeled 'cage') but limit my riding to the rather mundane trips to work and back vs. tearing up the Dragon or North Ga mountains (been there, done that, got the Tshirts). We'll do our best to make some of the club's events -- perhaps a weekend outing as we really enjoy the short holiday get-aways -- as our cycling calendar permits.

Later....

**Note: Being a Yankee I was slow to learn, but I've come to find out that you can say anything you want about somebody and, so long as you include the phrase "bless his or her heart" in your commentary, it doesn't count against you. Go figure....

[Grainger49]

somewhere, and I couldn't find it, there is a thread on "What Other Cars Have You Owned?"

You should enter.

P.S. Welcome, and I will modify the PBR comment.

[dp]

this would be the record of the longest intro ever!!! welcome, I'm Danny. :D :goodjob:

[F8d2civic]

Welcome Mark, I'm Karen and (F8d2Blk) Jeff is my husband of a whole 2 months!

[redrum]

Welcome to the club.
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[F8d2Blk]

Welcome Mark, I'm Karen and (F8d2Blk) Jeff is my husband of a whole 2 months!
Feels like a year already.

Welcome and I enjoyed the intro.:drive:

[Doctor T]

Feels like a year already.
OUch...that's not going to make you popular at home tonight...:D


You're SUPPOSED to say "feels like only yesterday"...that's the standard line from now on...believe me, it will make your life so much easier...take it from experience...

[Cyclon36]

Welcome Mark. Hope to see you at some of our events and rides.

[Cyclon36]

Does your wife plan on joining the forum? We have a group of ladies that she might enjoy chatting with when they make their way out. Here's the official women's thread: http://www.s2katlanta.com/%7Es2katl/forum/showthread.php?t=1071

[Aaron]

great write-up .... looking forward to meeting the both of you

[tmelch]

Feels like a year already.You mean that you've known Karen for over a year, right Jeff?? ;)

[tmelch]

Welcome to the club Mark and Debbie! Another happy S couple!! Isn't life grand!!

[Aaron]

You mean that you've known Karen for over a year, right Jeff?? ;)i thought they'd only known each other about 8 months...










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[DosEquis Driver]

Appreciate the warm welcomes, we too look forward to meeting y'all, llife is indeed grand, and no, I wouldn't expect to see any postings from Debbie. Aside from Email at work and infrequent surfing at home, the 'net isn't her thing. She's more of a passive enthusiast who's into the "the experience" and not necessarily the inner workings and associated behind the scenes nuances that go into creating what we see, hear, feel, and smell.

[suzukasue]

What an incredibly (and extremely well-written) write-up! I enjoyed it. :)
Welcome to the club Mark and Debbie! David (s2kjones) and I met through the club. We both still actually have S's.....for now at least! I (we) look forward to meeting you.

[KatJ]

Welcome to the club!

And Wendy, that was your 1000th post!

[suzukasue]

...And Wendy, that was your 1000th post!
OMG! I didn't even realize that! Thanks for pointing it out. Too bad I can't combine with all my posts from the previous site we had. No matter though....as I am not into the post-whoring thing!

[F8d2civic]

[QUOTE=Aaron]i thought they'd only known each other about 8 months...
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Actually its almost 11 months, but he moved in after the first month so I guess thats why it seems like alot longer.:p

[F8d2civic]

You mean that you've known Karen for over a year, right Jeff?? ;)Not quite but we're almost there!:goodjob:

[AnthonyPearson]

Hi, I'm Anthony. I got my S2000 last Friday and have all sorts of questions and am looking for some newbie assistance.

Oh, I also just graduated from Auburn with my Masters (though I went to Presbyterian for undergrad). Anyway, this new car is great and I want to take good care of it. Don't be mad when I ask a million quesitons.

[F8d2civic]

Hi, I'm Anthony. I got my S2000 last Friday and have all sorts of questions and am looking for some newbie assistance.

Oh, I also just graduated from Auburn with my Masters (though I went to Presbyterian for undergrad). Anyway, this new car is great and I want to take good care of it. Don't be mad when I ask a million quesitons.Feel free some of these guys have had theirs for a couple years and still ask a million questions!

[S2000]

Hi, I'm Anthony. I got my S2000 last Friday and have all sorts of questions and am looking for some newbie assistance.

Oh, I also just graduated from Auburn with my Masters (though I went to Presbyterian for undergrad). Anyway, this new car is great and I want to take good care of it. Don't be mad when I ask a million quesitons.We are ready to share~ Just let us know.

[LITTLEELVISDAN]

Hi, I'm Anthony. I got my S2000 last Friday and have all sorts of questions and am looking for some newbie assistance.

Oh, I also just graduated from Auburn with my Masters (though I went to Presbyterian for undergrad). Anyway, this new car is great and I want to take good care of it. Don't be mad when I ask a million quesitons.
303 protectant for the vinyl top.
don't use armor all use eagle 1 wet for the tires
let it warm up to 2 bars before you try to go vteching
93 or higher octane
don't get cought speeding.
Ask Cyclone for the number to the clear bra guy.
don't forget to wave to anyone else you see in a S

[WebGod]

Hi, I'm Anthony. I got my S2000 last Friday and have all sorts of questions and am looking for some newbie assistance.

Oh, I also just graduated from Auburn with my Masters (though I went to Presbyterian for undergrad). Anyway, this new car is great and I want to take good care of it. Don't be mad when I ask a million quesitons.Congrats on your new ride and welcome to the site! :goodjob:

[Cyclon36]

Welcome to the club Anthony. I think you'll find that between all the guys here, you can find out anything you want. Hope to see you at some of the events and meets.

[AnthonyPearson]

haha, thanks. My first set of questions was directly related to upkeep. So, no armor all for the tires or the dash, right? This 303 protectant, can I get it at a regular car shop or do I have to order it. Also (I don't think this is the right place to ask, but ya'll are already helping here), what kind of oil do ya'll use. I've heard synthetic, but right now I don't even know what that is.

I went from a 1993 Jeep Cherokee to a 2002 S2000, it's a pretty big difference.

okay-what does "let it warm up 2 bars before v-teching" mean?

next: also a big difference between the jeep and the S2000, when driving on 285 yesterday, while it was raining, I felt the car sliding a bit, that scared the crap out of me, and I slowed way way down. In a car such as this, is slipping common or is there something I can do?

[LITTLEELVISDAN]

hey Joe, where is that thread that was started for new owners that answered a lof of these questions?

Anthony, on your temp guage will you will notice that when cold the car is at 1 bar and when fully to running temp is at 3 bars. When starting cold the rev limiter will not let you go into Vtech (over 62000 RPM) until you at least get to 2 bars on your temp guage. Yes, you have to slow down in the rain in these cars, they are light and have a lot of power so slipping is common if you are going to fast in the rain.

[Welery]

Hi my name is Walter Elery, and I am new to the club as well. I have a 2000 New Formula Red S. I live in the Kennesaw area and work at the Galleria Office Complex. I bought my S2000 back in October and some how only found the S2KI site until I stumpled across this on Google. I look forward to the meets and even more importantly the advice!

[S2KJD]

haha, thanks. My first set of questions was directly related to upkeep. So, no armor all for the tires or the dash, right? This 303 protectant, can I get it at a regular car shop or do I have to order it. Also (I don't think this is the right place to ask, but ya'll are already helping here), what kind of oil do ya'll use. I've heard synthetic, but right now I don't even know what that is.

I went from a 1993 Jeep Cherokee to a 2002 S2000, it's a pretty big difference.

okay-what does "let it warm up 2 bars before v-teching" mean?

next: also a big difference between the jeep and the S2000, when driving on 285 yesterday, while it was raining, I felt the car sliding a bit, that scared the crap out of me, and I slowed way way down. In a car such as this, is slipping common or is there something I can do?
If you want synthetic, then, you typically want to be starting if the car has less than 50k and once you start then you should maintian with synthetic. Synthetic oil is overall better for a high ran engine and keeps it cleaner.

2 bars are the bars on you temp gauge. I always wait until its completely warm, which is 3 bars and that usually takes no more than 2-3 miles to warm up to.

your sliding was probably the cause of your front and/or rear tires beginning to bald.

hope this helps:goodjob:

[WebGod]

Hi my name is Walter Elery, and I am new to the club as well. I have a 2000 New Formula Red S. I live in the Kennesaw area and work at the Galleria Office Complex. I bought my S2000 back in October and some how only found the S2KI site until I stumpled across this on Google. I look forward to the meets and even more importantly the advice!Welcome to the site Walter... :goodjob:

[S2k Dude]

1) I'd wait until 3 bars on the temp gauge before hitting VTEC, even then if you just hit three bars the car is still not up to full operating temperature.

2) The transmission usually feels notchy until the car warms up fully.

3) The S02's or RE050's are great summer tires, great grip when they are warm but you need to slow down on cold or rainy days. If it's cold and rainy consider driving really slow or drive your beater car (if you have one).

4) Raggtop is also good for the convertible top and Lyxol is also nice for the interior. Spray one wheel cleaners will turn your calipers white.

5) An intake/header/exhaust IHE will mostly change the way the car sounds and will only give back small HP gains, a supercharger is the biggest bang for your buck (or more like 5,000 bucks).

6) I'm not telling you where the secret compartment is but the fuel door release is near your shoulder as you sit in the driver's seat.

7) The car is not meant for the dragstrip, the clutch and rear diff will only hold up to minor abuse.

8) Clear bra is nice, go to www.speedfilm.net (http://www.speedfilm.net/) and call Dave Dearing if you want to keep the stone chips off your car.

9) When buying 18" wheels verify you have the right offset otherwise there's a good chace the tires will rub. Even with the correct offset you may still see some rubbing on the fenders under really aggressive driving.

10) Most owners (and Honda) recommend not changing to synthetic until 7,500 - 10,000 miles but after that shouldn't have any problems. Don't do your first oil change until at least 3,750 because there is an additive in the factory oil to help with engine break-in.

That's just a start, I'm sure there are about 90 more things to list but I'll let you abosorb that for now.

[S2000]

haha, thanks. My first set of questions was directly related to upkeep. So, no armor all for the tires or the dash, right? This 303 protectant, can I get it at a regular car shop or do I have to order it. Also (I don't think this is the right place to ask, but ya'll are already helping here), what kind of oil do ya'll use. I've heard synthetic, but right now I don't even know what that is.

I went from a 1993 Jeep Cherokee to a 2002 S2000, it's a pretty big difference.

okay-what does "let it warm up 2 bars before v-teching" mean?

next: also a big difference between the jeep and the S2000, when driving on 285 yesterday, while it was raining, I felt the car sliding a bit, that scared the crap out of me, and I slowed way way down. In a car such as this, is slipping common or is there something I can do?A Rear Wheel Drive / Manual Transmission / LightWeight / Roadster is extremely DANGEROUS on wet road/water puddles. Always have your gear engaged. do not slam on your brakes, keep your tire treads more than 30 at least. I went from 97 Chevy Conv van to 00 S2k, and had to face that sliding since i had my rear tire balded... That is real fear... I still get very defensed when it rains. Do not slip! that hurts! Check your tire treads, If its still good, take your car for alignments/wheel balances.

[S2000]

you go into Vtech (over 62000 RPM)WHOA! what kind of an engine you got? a Jet Engine? :) j/k. We also known that as "THE THIRD BAR LAW"

[LITTLEELVISDAN]

Oh Ya! if you switch to synthetic oil, get used to burning about a quart every 3000 miles. This is normal as synthetic in our cars burns off very quickly. The best synthetic for our cars is LE (Lubrication Engineers) Allan Cox in Marrietta can do your oil changes with LE as it doesn't burn off and is probably the best oil on the market.

[Cyclon36]

Oh Ya! if you switch to synthetic oil, get used to burning about a quart every 3000 miles. This is normal as synthetic in our cars burns off very quickly. The best synthetic for our cars is LE (Lubrication Engineers) Allan Cox in Marrietta can do your oil changes with LE as it doesn't burn off and is probably the best oil on the market.
LE isn't synthetic, it's mineral.

[LITTLEELVISDAN]

WHOA! what kind of an engine you got? a Jet Engine? :) j/k. We also known that as "THE THIRD BAR LAW"
OOPS! 6200 RPM:goodjob:

[LITTLEELVISDAN]

LE isn't synthetic, it's mineral.Really? Well no wonder it doesn't burn off like other synthetics. Little Elvis had a Blonde moment... :rolf: You learn something new every day.

[AnthonyPearson]

My car has just over 11k on it. The GM from the dealership had it; I know that they are replacing the tread on the back tires for free, which makes me feel pretty good.

So, at 11k it looks like I'm going to be using synthetic oil which is fine. So the LE is not the right one to use or the right one to use?

(if at anypoint I need to take these questions to another section, just let me know, I appreciate the expeditous assistance here, though)

[S2000]

okay-what does "let it warm up 2 bars before v-teching" mean?
The temp. gauge shows your engine temperature as bars. 1~6 bars, i believe. When your temp gauge only shows you one or two bars(early), Your engine is not ready to go for a full/hard run, will automatically cut off fuel, when you get 7200 or lil more engine rpm. 3 bars on your temp gauge is proper engine temp., I wouldnt run at full throttle until you get 3 bars on your gauge.

[LITTLEELVISDAN]

definately LE is the one to use

[LITTLEELVISDAN]

11k on an 02. where did you find a cherry like that?

[Cyclon36]

My car has just over 11k on it. The GM from the dealership had it; I know that they are replacing the tread on the back tires for free, which makes me feel pretty good.

So, at 11k it looks like I'm going to be using synthetic oil which is fine. So the LE is not the right one to use or the right one to use?

(if at anypoint I need to take these questions to another section, just let me know, I appreciate the expeditous assistance here, though)
Well, the s2000 talk section is a bit more appropriate, but we can forgive you since you're a new member. If you're not a paid member you can't start posts on your own, but you can add to ones that already exist. If you have a technical or general question about the S2000, you can ask it here:

http://www.s2katlanta.com/%7Es2katl/forum/showthread.php?t=36&highlight=questions

It's for non-paid members that want to ask questions. Also, don't forget to check out the new members info thread: http://www.s2katlanta.com/%7Es2katl/forum/showthread.php?t=1069

Don't forget that we have club sponsors and vendors that give us discounts if you're a paid member. Things like tires, tint, electronics, etc.

As for your question, you are at the perfect time to switch over to synthetic if you want. Most people use Mobil 1 10w30 full synthetic and if you really want to be fancy, you can use Amsoil which is harder to find. Don't forget that the S2000 has a special oil filter so you shouldn't just take it to any oil change place b/c they might put just a generic honda filter on.

[silverfoxs2k]

Welcome to all the newbies - we even welcome peeps from CT if they drive an S2000 :drive: :goodjob:

[AnthonyPearson]

11k on an 02. where did you find a cherry like that?
It really was a steal. My father was being nosy when he found out that I was looking for an S2000. One of my personal life goals was that the first car that I bought would be a convertable; unfortunatley, most convertables that are inexpensive are also...well...(and please no offense to the ladies)...kind of girly.

Anyway, so he's over at Team Honda in Lithia Springs and the new GM just put his S2K on the lot. It's not even in the inventory system (or whatever they have), and my dad drives by it with the sales guy. He asks the price and the guy misquotes it.

Since I never bought a car before (yeah yeah, I drove my high school car until it literally fell apart), he's really helping me out. Got to appreciate the parents even when we think of ourselves as "adults." During the sale my dad holds the sales peoples feet to the fire about the misquote and I get a pretty new S2000 for a really good deal.

My dad is proud of himself for helping out his son and I'm happy as a clam since I get a kick ass car (though taking my mountain bike to Helen will now become a much more difficult task). All in all, it was a good last Wednesday. I learned to drive a stick Thursday night on my roomates Wrangler, picked it up Friday afternoon after work and had my first road trip down to Auburn U. that very same day.

As you can tell, I'm really happy to have it. A little nervous though, I want to make sure I take good care of it (unlike the jeep) and not do anything that will hurt the cars performance or value.

[Doctor T]

6) ......but the fuel door release is near your shoulder as you sit in the driver's seat.


Unless you're REALLY short it's actually closer to your elbow...

[S2000]

Unless you're REALLY short it's actually closer to your elbow...well.... its closer to my head! LOL!

[tmelch]

I use Mobil 1 15W-50. If you drive the car timid (like a lot of people do :confused: ) you can use a good quality non-synthetic (dino oil) like Castrol 10W30. If you drive harder I recommend a synthetic, like what I use. Can use a change interval of 7250 (it's in your manual for dino oil) but I'm kinda anal about it and I change at about half that. If you run the car in Vtec alot (it comes on just past 6,000 rpm) you need to check your oil about every other fill up until you get to know the car. I started using synthetic at 36,000 miles and burn a quart about every 3,000 miles too, but I love to drive it fast (but not more than 10 miles over the speed limit, except for those times that the windows are up or down). :D

Ya, as Joe mentioned, be sure to use a genuine Honda PCX oil filter!

[Aaron]

if you really want to be fancy, you can use Amsoil which is harder to find. Amsoil is great.....I get mine in a case of 4 - 1 gallon jugs. Anyone ever wants to get any or split a case let me know http://www.s2katlanta.com/%7Es2katl/forum/images/smilies/grinning-smiley-003.gif

[S2k Dude]

My car has just over 11k on it. The GM from the dealership had it; I know that they are replacing the tread on the back tires for free, which makes me feel pretty good.

So, at 11k it looks like I'm going to be using synthetic oil which is fine. So the LE is not the right one to use or the right one to use?

You should also take a good look at your front tires while your at it. The S2000 has some negative camber up front that will wear the insides of the tires much quicker than the outside. Make sure your not just looking at the outside of the tread, check all the way across on the fronts. This has been my experience anyway.

As for LE oil, many people have varying opinions on what oil is the best and how often to change it. It comes down to what you like, how much you are comfortable spending, and how often you want to change the oil. If done at a regular interval even good ol' dino oil does a great job protecting the engine. Beyond that it's what you feel comfortable with.

[S2000]

You should also take a good look at your front tires while your at it. The S2000 has some negative camber up front that will wear the insides of the tires much quicker than the outside. Make sure your not just looking at the outside of the tread, check all the way across on the fronts. This has been my experience anyway.
I thought i was the only one experienced that, and thats y i rotate my tires evey 6 mths by remounting them.

[S2KOOL]

...(though taking my mountain bike to Helen will now become a much more difficult task)...You will forget the mountain bike once you have taken the S to the mountains. There's nothing else like it. This car really grips in the turns. The closest thing may be a sportbike.

Oh yea, welcome to the club.

[Grainger49]

One other thing that the masses don't go for. There are tires with GOOD wet traction. These have a fraction less dry traction but are really good in the wet.

These tires are not popular because of the reduced dry traction.

[kuzamano]

Helloooo everyone! New member here! Met (damnit...can't remember his name) in traffic last week on sandy plains, and he told me of the boards and club. He was in a white '00 with carbon fiber hood & trunk, ~18', brembos and red interior, & many mods by the sound. Sorry short term memory loss....aagghh.... anyhow cool guy. I just got my 02 about a month ago, and am in love (as much as you can be with a car). :) Will try and get to some of these weeklies at Frankie's and definitley want to hit the road as soon as a trip comes up, will check the calendar right after this. BTW I am signing up for the scca points event #3 for June 5th, can't wait! Was going to sign up for this Sun., but I need to get my brake pads replaced first, indicator is going off already on them :( . Anybody else on here do this at Turner Field... if so drop me a line, and I'll see you there. I met up with a guy named Stephen who drives a S4 and plan on heading down there with him and his guys who drive for Mundy's audio video. He's trying to talk me into doing Road Atlanta also sometime.... that sounds like fun! But really I just want to hit the road with some ppls for some free driving up near Helen, been there a couple times but not with an S. Take care, great site!

Greg

[ToniG]

Welcome Greg! Look forward to meeting you at one of the events. I'm Toni. Still the reigning post whore female. I'm very proud of that!! :) Kat, my statement is not a challenge to you, your posts are rising fast.

[kuzamano]

Thanks! Likewise....will try and make it soon.

[WebGod]

Welcome to the site Greg...

[Cyclon36]

Welcome to the forum Greg. Hope to see you at some of the events.

[kuzamano]

Welcome to the forum Greg. Hope to see you at some of the events.

Thanks...look forward to it. I saw your 04 RIP post and really got a pain in my stomach by the thought .... :( I myself have had several very bad accidents of some form or another. Amazing u came out OK from that, ur new 05 is sweeet! It really is a testament to the quality and strength of the construction in the S.

[S2000]

Thanks...look forward to it. I saw your 04 RIP post and really got a pain in my stomach by the thought .... :( I myself have had several very bad accidents of some form or another. Amazing u came out OK from that, ur new 05 is sweeet! It really is a testament to the quality and strength of the construction in the S.ok...too hard now....BTW! WELCOME TO S2KATL (S@KATL)!!!

[tmelch]

Welcome to the board Greg. Your in advertising huh, so am I. Will have to talk sometime over a beer. I'm doing Xcross this Sunday and probably a bunch more this year. Hope to see you at some of them and at other events as well. Don't miss Joe's Luao on the 28th (free everything)! Well, almost.

[Doctor T]

....... He was in a white '00 with carbon fiber hood & trunk, ~18', brembos and red interior, & many mods by the sound....
That has to be Mike (oyAtl)...

[kuzamano]

Welcome to the board Greg. Your in advertising huh, so am I. Will have to talk sometime over a beer. I'm doing Xcross this Sunday and probably a bunch more this year. Hope to see you at some of them and at other events as well. Don't miss Joe's Luao on the 28th (free everything)! Well, almost.

Sounds good. I'm there at xcross on the 5th. Guinness or 420 for me :D
possibly the 28th also...

[DJQTipsy]

hey kuzamano, have they made any changes on novices running? Do you have to pre register? I havenet autoX since last season and I know they made some changes.

[silverfoxs2k]

Welcome Greg! I would like to get into the scca events - let's talk sometime. Have done Road Atlanta a couple of times and I think that Littleelvisdan is going back up this summer too.

Welcome to the club.

[kuzamano]

hey kuzamano, have they made any changes on novices running? Do you have to pre register? I havenet autoX since last season and I know they made some changes.

I guess everyone except season pass holders have to preregister
This link has all the events, online registration and info.
http://joesvideos.com/scca_reg/