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Re: Honda S2000 MPG: Real World Numbers [estreka] by accelerator
Mar 10, 2008 (6:07 am)
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Replying to: estreka (Mar 10, 2008 5:55 am)

Where does the line start???
 
Didn't you recently post something about this at S2Ki? I'm sure there are more than one test car out there, but something about your post does sound a bit familiar.
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Re: Honda S2000 MPG: Real World Numbers [accelerator] by estreka
Mar 10, 2008 (6:18 am)
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Replying to: accelerator (Mar 10, 2008 6:07 am)

I am a member *pulls out his s2ki card*, but I haven't posted there in quite some time.
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boblogan45 by boblogan45
May 11, 2008 (4:32 pm)
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Running a straight S2000 here in AZ. No special tricks except for an engine treatment additive and fuel supplement. My log book for 17,000 miles indicates an average of 24 MPG and yet on two trips to the mountains recently I got 40 and 39 mpg. Sounds crazy but its true. Went up the hill to Payson at 90 mph, so I was not pussy footing. On the second trip, coming back I documented 32 mpg, but only because I was stuck behind a Swift Tractor Trailer for 25 minutes while I turned 2500 rpm at 25 mph. Reason for the great mileage: negative friction.
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Re: boblogan45 [boblogan45] by accelerator
May 12, 2008 (4:35 am)
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Replying to: boblogan45 (May 11, 2008 4:32 pm)

I would LOVE to take this car to the mountains! Back in 1995, I drove an acura intregra GS-R once in the base of the rocky mountains in Manitou Springs, Colorado and despite being FWD, it was a total blast!
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Gas Mileage; Advice on New Rear Tires by jkgreer2
Jun 16, 2008 (4:49 am)
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To All lucky S2000 owners, I need new rear tires and seek advice on replacements. I do not accelerate aggressively most of time, but I love going around curves (no brakes, Mom). Sam's Club offers the original tires at $200 each, Goodyear Eagle F! tires at about $180 each, and Dunlop tires at about $130 each.
Any other suggestions for maximizing handling and performance in rain? My gas mileage ranges from about 22 mpg to about 28 mpg, but who cares due to the way this car handles? Thank you in advance for any tire advice. 2006 S2000 Owner.
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Re: Gas Mileage; Advice on New Rear Tires [jkgreer2] by accelerator
Jun 16, 2008 (6:15 am)
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Replying to: jkgreer2 (Jun 16, 2008 4:49 am)

Have you checked out Tirerack.com yet? If you go through the wizard, they can recommend some tires that might work for you. There is a brand, sudukoma (spelling?) that seem to be popular and cheap. If you are looking to extend the life of your rear tires, you may look at have the toe/camber adjusted to not be so agressive. I have 15k on my rears and I'll be replacing them after this summer is over (my front wheels are in great shape). Personally, I want to keep the tread pattern the same on all fours but not really sure it matters as long as the FR and the FL match and the RR and the RL match.
 
Either way, let us know what you do. You may also want to check out s2ki.com. I know this topic gets brought up from time to time to time to time... It is a trade-of of performance vs. comfort vs. budget.
 
Also, I think your driving style matchines mine. If I really get on it during the week, I'm at 22mpg and if I back off a bit, 28mpg easy.
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Gas Mileage; Advice on New Rear Tires [accelerator] by jkgreer2
Jun 18, 2008 (5:16 am)
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Replying to: accelerator (Jun 16, 2008 6:15 am)

Thanks for your suggestions. After comparing rear tires via Tirerack.com, it appears that Goodyear Eagle F1 have a high rating for wet traction, high rating for dry traction, and a Tread life value of 280, vs Tread life value of 140 for Bridgestone Potenza RE 050 ('sticky' tire for great dry handling). I see no way to evaluate any change in gas mileage for rear tires fitting S2000, but gas mileage is not a major issue for S2000. My primary need is for wet and dry traction. The NASCAR wannabes in N. Alabama and central TN are complete idiots when it rains, and I need great wet traction to stay away from trucks and SUVs. If anyone has Goodyear Eagle F1 rear tires, please comment on whether handling improves, is same, or not compared to Potenza rear tires. Top down & enjoying the S2000!
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Re: Gas Mileage; Advice on New Rear Tires [jkgreer2] by estreka
Aug 30, 2008 (2:47 pm)
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Replying to: jkgreer2 (Jun 18, 2008 5:16 am)

You cannot compare the treadwear ratings between various brands. Treadwear ratings are only comparable between tires of the same brand. For instance, A Kumho tire with a treadwear rating of 140 might outlast a Pirelli with an index of 200 (and probably would).
 
I run Falken 512s on my S and they last a good long time. Awesome tires, too. I bought a set of 4 (225/40/17 & 255/35/17) for just over $500 at Discount Tire. Prior to that, I tried Fuzion ZRi tires and they lasted a remarkably long time.
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Re: Gas Mileage; Advice on New Rear Tires [estreka] by accelerator
Sep 02, 2008 (6:45 am)
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Replying to: estreka (Aug 30, 2008 2:47 pm)

I had a set of Faulkens on my 1993 MR2 so many years ago and aside from the nail, they were very good tires. With your Falken 512s, how long is long? I'm hoping to get another 15k+ out of my next rear tires.
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Re: Gas Mileage; Advice on New Rear Tires [accelerator] by estreka
Sep 05, 2008 (2:18 pm)
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Replying to: accelerator (Sep 02, 2008 6:45 am)

To be honest, I'm not sure. To give you a ballpark, the standard Potenzas only lasted 7 months on my car. I had a set of Kumho 712s that lasted a mere 6 months. These have lasted 18 months so far and there's still a lot of tread left.
 
I estimate I drive 10K/yr, so I guess these will last 25K miles. Maybe more? It should be noted I upped the rubber from 225 to 255 in the rear. That makes a big difference.
 
If you're looking for longevity for a bargain price, I do recommend the Fuzion ZRi. They're surprisingly capable for a sub-$100 tire. If I had a regular S2K, I'd only buy those.

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