Fortune Auto Coilovers Transform Honda S2000 Handling at 150k Miles

Fortune Auto 510 Series Coilover Installation

• 💡 The 2001 Honda S2000, now with 150,000 miles, received a set of Fortune Auto 510 Series coilovers.
• 🛠️ The setup includes 9K Swift springs, aluminum damper bodies, helper springs, and a long stroke kit to maintain stock ride height, crucial for winter driving.
• 🛡️ Protective coilover covers were added to shield against harsh winter road conditions like salt and debris.
• ⚙️ The alignment was slightly tweaked with -1.9 degrees of camber in the front and 1.5 degrees in the rear.

First Driving Impressions and Handling Improvements

• 🚀 Initial impressions highlight near-perfect handling, with significantly reduced body roll and dive under braking.
• 🎯 The coilovers address the S2000's previous unpredictable handling at the limit, particularly the tendency to lift a rear wheel at lower speeds.
• 📈 After a break-in period, the ride has softened, offering improved composure around corners and a more stable feel over bumps.
• ⚡ The car now exhibits a more solid feel when cornering, with awesome front-end response reminiscent of older Miatas.
• 💬 Steering feels tighter and more direct, contributing to an overall more connected driving experience.

Ride Quality and Daily Drivability

• ✅ The primary focus of this setup was to maintain good ride comfort and daily drivability, while still offering track capability.
• 🛣️ The long stroke kit ensures good suspension travel, and the coilovers are compliant enough for the street without sacrificing sharpness.
• 🎶 The car now feels like the driver's dream S2000, striking a beautiful balance between performance and street usability.
• 🌟 The mechanical grip is described as awesome, with the Continental Extreme Contact Sport 02 tires performing exceptionally well on the street.

Overall Transformation and Future Considerations

• 🔑 The coilovers, along with the alignment and tires, are considered the biggest transformation for the S2000's handling.
• 🏆 The car feels telepathic and dialed in, providing a sports car driving experience that was previously only fantasized about.
• 🤔 The only potential future modification considered is a limited-slip rear differential.
• 🙏 Fortune Auto is thanked for providing the coilovers for testing and review.