S2000 Shifter Rebuild - Detailed HOW TO :

[@Jimijimi007]

Please show us more must do maintainance things for s2000.

[@Just_Wanna_Drive]

Man I appreciate all the tips! I've had my AP2 for almost a year, and had no idea that I was missing out. It was way more of an improvement than I was expecting. It almost feels like what i imagine a gated shifter would. Thanks for what you do!

[@LHTPerformance]

Glad you liked it. Such an easy modification with a lot of improvement.

[@andyrulz2626]

I'm from Canada and we don't have s2000 specialist shops so your video helps alot because I like to learn to do stuff on my own. Thank you so much for this awesome video.

[@matthewsantacroce4241]

Just rebuilt my shifter using this video, thanks for posting. The difference is night and day.

[@remerson1]

Just watched this video to rebuild my S2 shifter and it’s even MORE like the buttery smooth shifter everyone talks about! That magic Urea grease is wonderful! Thanks for the tip John!

[@LHTPerformance]

Ron Emerson Fantastic. Glad the video helped.

[@S2k_GRsti]

Ive had my AP1 for 11 years now, never knew the shifter needed to be rebuilt. Mine still feels like a bolt action rifle (snick snick)

[@st0atmaster]

I had done this before, but had used the wrong 'generic' grease, and slapped it places it shouldn't have been. Just followed this with the proper Honda grease and transformed the feel. Most appreciated!

[@LHTPerformance]

st0atmaster Awesome! Honda grease 👍🏻

[@cheukinator]

Just bought an s2000 after 20 years of wanting one. Heard so much about the shifter but was disappointed with mine. Did this rebuild and now it definitely lives up to the hype. Thank you for showing us how!

[@LHTPerformance]

@@cheukinator That’s so cool ! I’m glad this worked for you and you love the car. It’s an awesome car in so many ways.

[@LHTPerformance]

. Please let me know who you are so I can ban you and you wont have to see any of our videos. We're not just looking for clicks, I really appreciate good car guys to be apart of our channel.

[@DatNinjaGuyD]

Probably bots

[@deltoidsforaltoids]

Many dislikes are accidental. I have never seen a video with more than a few thousand views that doesn't have at least a couple. Don't sweat it! Thanks for the video.

[@dinopeligro]

I wouldn't worry about it. Like Ninja said, probably just bots. Or trolls. Either way, the people that matter (enthusiasts) enjoy your videos and the knowledge you share.

[@s2kcolin780]

hates gon' hate. Anyways I highly appreciate you sharing this knowledge, I plan to do this today. Thank you sir!

[@camgears2k]

People are bored and soaking in their own misery and just want company. Don't mind those idiots, in fact I can probably guess most if not all thumbs downs were by those who don't even own a s2000.

[@petemiller5813]

Great video. Before I retired, I built, installed and serviced machinery and your attention to detail is spot on. Plus your detail regarding areas of possible wear or that may need maintenance is great. I have been a Honda owner for years, but now I want an S2000, based on your videos.

[@Rob.Coleman]

Hi John, just wanted to say thanks again for making this video. I did this to my S2000 today, I changed the spring as well, probably overkill but it was pretty cheap and I don't really intend doing it again so what the hell, let's be extravagant 😁. The tip for prising off the plastic collar was invaluable 👍. I possibly wouldn't have had the confidence to try this without a tutorial such as this, so a massive 👍 to you. PS I miss tech Wednesdays 😞.

[@LHTPerformance]

Rob Coleman Awesome buddy. I’m glad you found this helpful.

[@phalanxfilmco]

Thank you! Using these principles on my '08 Civic Si -- it's a little different in the specifics but very similar overall. I did this once before with a BMW 540i to install a short shifter but, ironically, the Honda is a good bit more mechanically complicated.

[@ggbabybabybaby]

I like watching and learning everything about the S2000 I dont have. Hopefully that will change before these guys retire. 🤣

[@TheMick26]

Gabriel Aquino haha. Same here, Gabriel.👍

[@Poker3625]

Work hard bro. I’m working 13 day weeks trying to get one by the time I’m 19 and only 2 months of saving I’m already over 1/3 of the way there. You can do it!

[@Sheesh2376]

Your Local Car Guy Thats awesome dude

[@MrRarekiller10]

Your Local Car Guy did you end up getting one yet?

[@mr.hernandezdrives]

now you must have one, i watched these before i got mine, i now know my car so much because of LHT.

[@VirtualGuth]

Thank you! Please keep these S2000 DIY videos coming. Much appreciated.

[@I.LikeCars]

Just followed this to rebuild my shifter in my S2000. Thanks for the guide. Putting the three bolts back in was really hard, but I got them back eventually.

[@LHTPerformance]

I sometimes forget as we do so many. It takes us a few seconds to do them. I may do another video as people still mess them up. Lol.

[@I.LikeCars]

@@LHTPerformance I'm sure if I did as many as you guys, I wouldn't have much trouble. My next step is to follow your guide on changing the fluid in the transmission. Thanks again for your contributions to the S2000 community.

[@sakurakos88]

Just finished mine thanks to this video :) It has difficult to remove the old carriage and to install the new one. Shifting definitely feels better !

[@LHTPerformance]

Ruben Sousa glad you did and found the video helpful. Thanks for watching

[@GadgetGuru-r4w]

I’ll be doing this tomorrow myself. Thanks for the guidance!

[@GadgetGuru-r4w]

Came out perfect! New shifter!

[@Howards2]

Wish you were here in the uk. Need a perfectionist on s2000s like you

[@seancallaghan99]

Hi John I watch your videos over here in the U.K. Followed the steps from your S2000 gear stick video this weekend, and it made a noticeably difference. Thanks.

[@graniteminerman]

there are a few vids on how to do this and this is the best one

[@pault6533]

Thank you I enjoyed the relaxed descriptive video to watch before doing this service. I was able to clean and repack without changing the bushings. Because I watched your video I didn't break anything! It's a good time to do parking brake adjustment, while the center console is apart.

[@MrSneezeguard]

Thank you so very much for all of your videos, I have placed my orders for parts and accessories. It’s nice to be able to dig into doing some of the repairs and have a very well done video to guide you through the process.

[@jimwells7778]

Very informative and well explained. You did a great job on this video. Please do more on the S2000. Don’t worry about the thumbs down. The math gives you 99% thumbs up rating. They are negative people and should be ignored. Thanks a for the video.

[@mrvv8337]

Who would down vote this...someone that's messed this job up. Pure hubris. Keep fighting the good fight LHT. Keep the Hondas on the road!!

[@mariakathleen1064]

Excellent tutorial! Going to do this today. I haven't looked yet, but I'm hoping you have other s2000 maintenance videos!

[@santosmartinez503]

Awesome!!!! I just did this 2 my s2k and shifts way better!!! Tomorrow I'll flush the transmission fluid... thank you for the 411!!!!!

[@TheNinjaNasty]

LOVE videos like this so I can continue learning about my car and how to fix/rebuild it. Thank you! I’m in Tampa so I’ll be down to see you soon...my 01 S is in need of some TLC so I’m hoping to restore it back to its former glory with your help (after I’ve saved responsibly). Again...love the vids!

[@LHTPerformance]

Sounds good, Thanks for watching

[@slomant]

Thank you so much for this video! Very good tutorial. I'm planning to do this myself and the timing of this video couldn't be any better.

[@LHTPerformance]

Great, I'm glad it helps :)

[@erwinhayen8565]

Thanks for this video! Ran in to an issue with the reverse push-down this afternoon on my 18 y old S2000.

[@jamesmiguel]

Hello LHT, first of all let me say I love you videos. I wish you guys were in montreal. I would totally trust you with my baby. That being said, I just used this video to help me re grease the shifter. I have some suggestion that I believe you really should add in a re edited version. The most difficult parts were omitted and really should be in there. I am no mechanic so what seems simple to you is not to me. I assume other regular people will appreciate a more detailed version . Please take this with my utmost respect for you guys. 1- removing the cage is not in there . I figured out that running hot water on the cage is the absolute best way to remove it. It make the plastic supple and it will require way less effort to remove. Also the hot water and some all purpose cleaner gets all the gunk off really well. Before the plastic cools down you can hold the tabs back down and then cool it quickly under cold water. This makes the cage regain it original tightness if you dont have a replacement. Dry it all off with a towel and let dry or blow dry on low setting before the fresh grease goes on. 2- the accordion rubber boot is out and cruddy, why not clean it all up and SHIN ETSU grease it for protection. Keeping it supple will prevent future possible tearing. 3- Bolting it all back down, this is a nightmare and super hard the way you explained it without showing it. The Secret to an easy reinstallation is to pull back the rubber completely back towards the tip of the shifter. Its will want to stay there thanks to the ribbed shape. Also, The bolts will want to fall out off the socket. Most of us dont have magnetic tools. Here I used a touch of silicone on the top of the 10mm screws. This keeps the screw on the socket while you align the metal triangular plate with the holes. 4- if you have a saggy leather shifter cover its a perfect time to fix it. Adding a few rubber washer O rings at the base of the locking nut will hold the cover closer to the knob. Also a good time to vacuum all the crap and apply a leather balm to the center tunnel before re installing it all. Thats it. Thanks for the content. Keep it up. P.S .I thumbs up all your videos

[@alexnoble3815]

That color with matched oem hardtop is my dream honda. Id possibly sell my em1 for one but both would be best.

[@laidbackLUKEY]

Wish you guys were in the UK 🇬🇧 I have trust issues with garages on my S2

[@gtc731]

another great "how to" video John!!!...just ordered my components for this upgrade....can't wait to get to it over the next few weeks!!!!! thanks again!

[@camgears2k]

You are awesome, I ordered the 2 parts and honda grease on Amazon for like $35 shipped. Thanks

[@mengmorevang3928]

CamGears S2000 can you send me link of the parts?

[@eugenedeclaro3522]

Awesome video! Thank you for sharing your knowledge and expertise. It gives me the confidence to rebuild my shifter. More power to you and your channel. I'll be ordering the parts today.

[@KPad87]

I just bought a brass ball for my shifter . Tahnks for this DIY !!!

[@simhoward5955]

Really useful guide, saved a lot of frustration. Putting the three bolts back in is fun 😉

[@dhillaz]

I found the trick was to shift into 2nd, hand tighten the top-right bolt. Then shift into 6th and do the top-left. Finally shift into 3rd and do the bottom bolt.

[@pjpulsar]

Can't get the grease in Australia but used Nulon Xtreme. Feels fantastic. Thanks.

[@LHTPerformance]

pjpulsar Great. Thanks for watching

[@crystalczarniak3083]

Thank you for a step by tutorial. I’m an original owner of a 2005 s2000. I love to take car of him myself when possible. Great video😁

[@armandoquezada5559]

Thanks very informative and easy complete instructions. Just picked up an 09 s2k and noticed it has a bit of notch shifting. Will have to do this next weekend.

[@LHTPerformance]

armando quezada Awesome! Nice car

[@lachlanbrodie7181]

Most informative easy too follow car vids I have come across too date. I wish you guys were in Australia I would bring my car and my life savings too you 😂 keep up the great work.

[@cw4933]

Wow man tnx! My shifter is all over the place I didn’t know it was such an easy fix! God Bless you!

[@gundamlover72]

holy shit! this video was so informative! I have this used f20c transmission I'm using for a swap but it was missing all the shifter components but after watching this video now I know what I need to get and what to replace. Thank you!

[@LHTPerformance]

Awesome. We have the parts in the store. Lhtperformance.com

[@carlloftin2850]

Thank you LHT team - followed the step by step and everything worked out great!!!

[@arturreef8117]

Nice video like always. Actually ordered those parts, been waiting to receive them and this video will help the installation process. Thanks

[@LHTPerformance]

Great, Take your time and you'll be fine

[@petepatten4396]

Hi thanks just completed great demonstration especially as I'm no mechanic 😂. Thanks again Pete from UK

[@dustin9258]

Thanks for the video. Just did mine. The video didn’t show the tricky parts but to get the old plastic pieces off I used some channel locks to pry the ball off. The old plastic ball cracked but was still in one piece. For the carriage, I had to break it off with channel locks. I’d like to see how LHT gets the carriage off (I’m guessing their way wasn’t much more elegant since it wasn’t on video haha). Then to put the new carriage on I used a shop press and a deep well socket to press it on. It was probably overkill but I couldn’t get it to snap on by hand. I put the plastic ball on the same way John showed in the video.

[@LHTPerformance]

I may do another video in this. We do so many I forget some have issues with it. With the right technique you push it off with two thumbs like a coke from a wine bottle.

[@amgone8491]

Thanks so much for the video John. Can't wait to do this upgrade on mine. Very thorough and step by step. Keep the videos coming! 🙏🏻😍

[@21void5]

Always love watching videos from you guys. I always learn “how to”. Great job and thank you for taking the time to teach us.

[@boyacki]

Just tried it and it's a really good guide, very thorough and with the tips, madr it a doddle. Thanks!

[@cyrusortiz-luis3686]

This video is awesome. It would help if you put the part numbers in the description of the video. Thanks!

[@ChristopherMendoza1]

Thanks for this! Not something I had thought about but I'll definitely rebuild mine.

[@Rob.Coleman]

Brilliant! Perfect DIY video, will definitely give this a go this myself. Thanks for taking the time to make these for us 👍

[@LHTPerformance]

Great, Glad it helps

[@dudeifyit]

Awesome video, great detailed instructions. Thank you!

[@LHTPerformance]

We get a lot of feedback on this, it’s easy for the average DIY guy and basic tools needed.

[@content4now]

Finally got around to utilizing this tutorial. You are an awesome teacher as even I was able to complete this without a hitch thanks to the marvelous pointers. Many thanks John! Honda Amateur Don

[@byronhargraves6271]

Very helpful video. Just replaced mine and that thing was nasty!

[@Dinotti]

i LOVE THIS CHANNEL!

[@LHTPerformance]

Dinotti Thanks 🙏

[@SpawnDawg22]

Just did this. Perfect step by step. Much appreciated!

[@LHTPerformance]

john knight glad it helped 👍🏻

[@javieresparza41]

Still waiting on the master rebuild kit to come back in stock!

[@LHTPerformance]

Yep, we are too. Been on order for weeks

[@t-money10]

Just doing this right now. Thank you so much.

[@porteuni]

Great tutorial although my shifter lever on my Uk 2009 doesn’t have the orientation as it’s straight, but I did put the plastic bushing with the edge facing forward!

[@task5147]

Heard you guys are S2K pros down in Florida! 👍 Thanks for the very detailed video! Keep 'em coming!

[@Wenotfrom63rd]

Task514 was. Was... Florida is no more

[@trixietoes3039]

Thanks for the video, I just completed my shifter rebuild, great job on the videos and keep it up!

[@integlspwr]

Great video guys. I will definitely be watching this as I change out my shifter bushings etc.

[@gforcekaras]

Would love to see you guys work on a EP3 one day, especially the shifter since mine is so loosy goosy!

[@LHTPerformance]

I don't see any EP3s these days.....

[@gforcekaras]

I think you're trying to tell me to buy a S2000...

[@dankozak1080]

Can't wait for more of these diy vids. Thanks.

[@ColinBlountPhotography]

Ohhh early morning LHT video

[@boundariesunlimited267]

Would love to see a DIY Clutch install!

[@LHTPerformance]

That would be a long boring video. I'm going to try and shorten our videos in the future

[@Norrr3]

Thanks for the tip! Love your shop man keep up the good work!!

[@Breeeezy787]

Love this! Definitely a huge difference! You guys are awesome!

[@ismaelhernandez8226]

Thanks for this I always wanted to know how. Love this series

[@LHTPerformance]

Ismael Hernandez Glad you like it , hopefully it’s helps people

[@nomames839]

Another great video with a lot of help, thanks guys!

[@Andy-wf1qi]

Great video man this actually helps a lot don’t see why people would unlike it.

[@LHTPerformance]

Vndvr 10 It seams like some people give a ‘thumbs down’ to anything. I sometimes question this Tech Wednesday thing 🤔

[@Dentinvent]

Well made video and I really liked the detail on every thing with your handy tips. well done.

[@Myrte07H]

Awesome!!! Thank you! Please more DIY 👍🏻

[@Pwillig]

Do an engine rebuild video next ;)

[@Norrr3]

Pwillig would love to see that

[@kevinjacko3390]

I am rebuilding my F22C right now.

[@FroztiProductions]

@@kevinjacko3390 how did it go!?

[@OS993]

excellent demonstration

[@labdriver99]

Subscribed. Thanks for the great S2K content.

[@danrubenstein2898]

I want an S2000 for valentine's day. Any color, I'm not picky.

[@stevederosa1655]

yes more new videos !!!!! keep them coming

[@JR-cs4hg]

Sweet. Excellent info and DIY using this vid.

[@elykus793]

good ol' handy flatbread screwdriver

[@Mwong7912]

Love these diy video s

[@baileybrewer1172]

Thanks so much for this video! Very helpful.

[@LHTPerformance]

Bailey Brewer Glad it helped. We do this a lot.

[@stephenpridgeon7372]

What is the difference between honda urea grease and say lucas x-tra heavy duty grease which is a polyurea grease? I have managed to find out that polyurea greases do not mix with other kinds of grease (lithium grease for example) as they seem to break down and lose viscosity with the strong potential of running out from where they should be, causing catastrophic failure. By all accounts polyurea grease lasts 4 times longer than normal grease, has very high tolerance to water and remains soft (in other words doesn't dry out) ... So.. What is the difference between the honda and Lucas or any other polyurea grease apart from the astronomical cost of the honda stuff? Please forgive my ignorance, I'm not trying to be smart, I just can't stomache £20 on a tiny pot of grease regardless of how long it will last me.. Thanks and keep up the good work.. P.S. I think people dislike things because it's the only element of power that they have in their lives.. I'm sure it can happen accidentally too.. Just don't let it get to you.. I'm 4000 miles away in the U.K. and you are my go to s2000 channel.. So rest assured you guys are getting it right. Great content and perfect pace.. Thanks

[@djditty8012]

Great video! Love the DIY. At what mileage do usually recommend a trans fluid chance and bushing change?

[@jerrylilkrumzy3506]

So informative

[@johnash826]

Absolutely top video. Just about. to do mine. Should be a piece of cake now! Won't it?🤣

[@lorddragoono]

I fu

[@Poker3625]

When he put the wrench on the lock nut it sounded like the old clicking noise for windows

[@tonys8091]

Fantastic and very clear.

[@kazm4g]

Very helpful video.

[@ciscokid2444]

Wish I knew how you got the plastic pieces off.

[@keithkessel316]

I followed the instructions in the video paying close attention to the details. The car drives great in the forward 6 speeds, but I can not engage reverse. Any suggestions? Thanks for the informative video.

[@sahidguardado9407]

Very helpful thanks

[@Ap2Iven]

Just got this done yesterday night, thanks to your video for step by step. I replaced everything that I could since I was already in side. What's your option on the brass collars? I decided to go that way but still got the seat oem, and oem grease with boot and a new clip ring for boot.

[@LHTPerformance]

Jonathan Vargas I’ve never tried them. I’m a big fan of OEM stuff unless there’s a better option. I’m afraid brass may wear quicker 🤷‍♂️

[@DashnCars]

Very good DIY video, one quick question. I've seen a few copper bushings for the S2k shifter, any thoughts on those? Wasn't sure the benefits of that over OEM. If there are any. Thanks!

[@LHTPerformance]

I've never used or seen the other bushings. Stick with OEM

[@DashnCars]

LHTPerformance I gotcha! Thanks for three response

[@NathanTen]

Man I wish you guys were in the bay area

[@jerrygoff1486]

Great demo...My shifter continues to the right when attempting to shift into 5th gear. Does this change out correct the miss shift problem? Once again thank you for posting. Greatly appreciated

[@FeefTheSloth]

I have 4 plugs on my 2000. One for the roof, one for the hazards, one for the alarm, and another one that wasnt connected but is with the oem harness. Its green and I think was an 8 prong or something. Whats that for?