S2000 diagnostic?

S2000 diagnostic?

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Seany88

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1,245 posts

227 months

Wednesday 11th October 2006
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I read somewhere that Honda can tell how many times an s2k has hit the limiter (in the event of warranty claims), is this true or just myth? If its true, how do I do it? Would be useful for myelf as a prospective buyer

pjskel

10,842 posts

234 months

Thursday 12th October 2006
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If true, it'd only be via the dealership's plug-in diagnostic computer, I believe.

Graham@Reading

26,553 posts

232 months

Thursday 12th October 2006
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I'm not sure what it would prove anyway. Hitting the limiter in itself is not "a bad thing"(TM), it's there to prevent "Bad Things"(TM)

zax

1,033 posts

270 months

Thursday 12th October 2006
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Not sure about hitting the limiter, but on the CTR the ECU logs the last time max revs was exceeded (ie over-revving when changing down instead of up, no limiter there). It records gear, rpm reached and car's speed at the time. Just ask Mrs Zax shoot

Seany88

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227 months

Thursday 12th October 2006
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Graham@Reading said:
I'm not sure what it would prove anyway. Hitting the limiter in itself is not "a bad thing"(TM), it's there to prevent "Bad Things"(TM)


Very true, but it also indicates how the car has been driven and therefore the likely wear on the engine...

Graham@Reading

26,553 posts

232 months

Thursday 12th October 2006
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I guess. Would hope it distinguishes between the two limiters though in that case - I've been caught out a few times by the 6k one when cold but never hit the "real" one to my knowledge.

"Prospective buyer", eh? I just so happen to have mine for sale

LTB

17 posts

217 months

Thursday 12th October 2006
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Graham@Reading said:
"Prospective buyer", eh? I just so happen to have mine for sale


Didn't realise you were selling up Graham ?

Seany88

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1,245 posts

227 months

Friday 13th October 2006
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Can't find your ad Graham? Although I suspect its slightly out of my price range, i'm looking at the lower end of the scale!

Main problem at the moment is the insurance! They want 2 grand off me! And that's WITH my mum and dad as named drivers! Doesn't look good

LTB

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217 months

Friday 13th October 2006
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Seany88 said:
Can't find your ad Graham? Although I suspect its slightly out of my price range, i'm looking at the lower end of the scale!

Main problem at the moment is the insurance! They want 2 grand off me! And that's WITH my mum and dad as named drivers! Doesn't look good


That sounds a bit excessive, what are your personal details ?

S2ki is down at the moment, but if you try the UK forum there is an insurance data base showing premiums for all ages and regions.

Seany88

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227 months

Friday 13th October 2006
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22yo, 0 no claims, license for 4yrs. No claims/convictions. Have 2 willing parents to be named drivers/first drivers (done properly of course). Looking at limited miles as i'd buy a cheap commuter.

LTB

17 posts

217 months

Friday 13th October 2006
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Seany88 said:
22yo, 0 no claims, license for 4yrs. No claims/convictions. Have 2 willing parents to be named drivers/first drivers (done properly of course). Looking at limited miles as i'd buy a cheap commuter.


With a bit of shopping around you should be able to get that down I should think.

When S2Ki has sorted its server problems, which should be by tomorrow at the latest, I'd try the UK forum. I'm sure there are quite a few younger drivers on there who'll be able to advise.

Seany88

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227 months

Friday 13th October 2006
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Ok thanks. I'm hoping i'll be able to find insurance for less than £1k? What'd you think?

Btw my dad has 9yrs no claims, and should he have to go first on the car, he will be using it occasionally in the week anyway whereas i'll mainly have it for the weekends. Hopefully that'll drop it a fair bit!

LTB

17 posts

217 months

Friday 13th October 2006
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Seany88 said:
Ok thanks. I'm hoping i'll be able to find insurance for less than £1k? What'd you think?

Btw my dad has 9yrs no claims, and should he have to go first on the car, he will be using it occasionally in the week anyway whereas i'll mainly have it for the weekends. Hopefully that'll drop it a fair bit!


1k may be asking a little too much, but you won't know until you try.

As you say though if you have your dad as the main driver and you as a nominated driver that may help things somewhat.

Seany88

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227 months

Friday 13th October 2006
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Result! More than just quoted me £557! That's with good ol' dad first, mum second and me third! I know I know, its technically not correct but it'll do for me!

LTB

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217 months

Friday 13th October 2006
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Seany88 said:
Result! More than just quoted me £557! That's with good ol' dad first, mum second and me third! I know I know, its technically not correct but it'll do for me!


I have some bad news for you...

There has been a problem with the more than web site recently, it's well documented on s2ki, and they are quoting for s2k's, but infact they won't insure them.

They have been cancelling people's policies after they have taken them out on the net, refunding their money and giving them a £25 M&S gift voucher as compensation.

Sorry to have to tell you that, it may well be worth a phone call to More than to double check, but I doubt they will cover an S2000.

Seany88

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Friday 13th October 2006
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No harm trying, i'll possibly even get a £25 M&S voucher!

Next best quote is £1000 from Admiral. Is insurance likely to cost more now because of winter approaching? As i'm not looking to buy a car until feb anyway...

LTB

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217 months

Seany88

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Saturday 14th October 2006
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That spreadsheet is very useful thanks. Unfortunately all in all, it doesn't look too good for me although I can't believe how much some people are paying!

Seany88

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Saturday 14th October 2006
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Oh and btw what do you think of imports? Worth it at the right price? What about insurance-wise?

Btw just got a quote from www.moneysupermarket.com, £871 with £500 excess. Before I get all excited, is there any problem with Bell?

Edited by Seany88 on Saturday 14th October 19:02

AquilaEagle

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