After 21 years my alternator finally died on my '03 s2k. I was going to buy an aftermarket rebuild until I saw your video. Now I'll repair the one that came with my car. Thanks for the video.
Holy crap... I over thought the process of replacing the serpentine belt... lol my s2000 just hit 100k today :') and I noticed my belt started to have some cracks. Awesome diy video!
Thank you so much for this video!!! I watched it a several dozen times and thanks to this video, I was able to remove, send for rebuild, and reinstall my alternator on my AP2 S2K; although, 😬😬😬 after charging with jumper cables (grounded to suspension bolts on both cars) lights turned on, waited 15 minutes, pressed that red start button and *pop* the whole thing went dead, dash lights and all, black, dead, nada, 😱😱😱. I checked every fuse in all 3 fuse boxes, none blown, and alternator wires seem fine 😱😱😱. Does anybody happen to have any advice for me on what I could do to fix this? (I gave up on the forums after reading “3 alternators, 2 batteries, new starter, new tensioner....still can't charge the battery” on the S2ki forum.)
I found that the AC lines are pretty sturdy, especially near the alternator since they are crimped. Anyway, you want to pry the alternator up and not to the side. Just an FYI if anyone is worried.
You can do it from above but I think its only really doable with a 06+ as it won't have a bunch of emissions stuff in the way. Going from underneath will work for sure though.
No opinions yet. I'm just as curious as you are. I made thread about this a while ago and never got any solid feedback from S2000 experiences: www.s2ki.com/forums/s2000-under-hood-22/any-experience-aftermarket-lower-control-arms-1177259/
I replaced the rectifier and will follow up with a final video. Just wanted to make this a separate video since it would make the rectifier video too complicated. Also, this is worth a separate video on its own.
After 21 years my alternator finally died on my '03 s2k. I was going to buy an aftermarket rebuild until I saw your video. Now I'll repair the one that came with my car. Thanks for the video.
4 years owning the S2k thanks to this video I know why my cluster be flickering thank you time to start replacing my alternator and serpentine belt😮
This is probably one of the best 'how to videos' in have seen.
Holy crap... I over thought the process of replacing the serpentine belt... lol my s2000 just hit 100k today :') and I noticed my belt started to have some cracks. Awesome diy video!
Hey thanks! I'll actually have a video about the serpentine belt coming out soon!
You have great content. Hope you continue to post and that your channel continues to grow and gain attention
Thanks!
I appreciate and watch all your videos! Thank you and please don’t stop! 👍
I used this video to help gaining access to the top started bolt to change clutch. Thank you
Thank you! This is great!
Thank you so much for this video!!! I watched it a several dozen times and thanks to this video, I was able to remove, send for rebuild, and reinstall my alternator on my AP2 S2K; although, 😬😬😬 after charging with jumper cables (grounded to suspension bolts on both cars) lights turned on, waited 15 minutes, pressed that red start button and *pop* the whole thing went dead, dash lights and all, black, dead, nada, 😱😱😱.
I checked every fuse in all 3 fuse boxes, none blown, and alternator wires seem fine 😱😱😱.
Does anybody happen to have any advice for me on what I could do to fix this?
(I gave up on the forums after reading “3 alternators, 2 batteries, new starter, new tensioner....still can't charge the battery” on the S2ki forum.)
Nice job dude !
Does the position of all the other pulleys matter if one decides to replace the belt as well?
Huge Pro-Tip: Watch our for those AC lines when prying on the alternator. You do not want to pinch one.
I found that the AC lines are pretty sturdy, especially near the alternator since they are crimped. Anyway, you want to pry the alternator up and not to the side. Just an FYI if anyone is worried.
Keep up those great videos
My hero lol, thank you very much, my alternator just went bad
Would you swap a knock sensor through here or still better to go from underneath?
You can do it from above but I think its only really doable with a 06+ as it won't have a bunch of emissions stuff in the way. Going from underneath will work for sure though.
Keep up the good work
Thanks ! Great video !
whats your opinion on aftermarket control arms like from beck arnley?
No opinions yet. I'm just as curious as you are. I made thread about this a while ago and never got any solid feedback from S2000 experiences: www.s2ki.com/forums/s2000-under-hood-22/any-experience-aftermarket-lower-control-arms-1177259/
excellent guide
Thanks!
How important is the torque wrench for the alternator? (Postponing getting one at the moment, for financial reasons.)
Not critical. Just make sure the nut on the back is tight.
Thank you so much for replying! I’m pulling my alternator later this afternoon.
Do you advise buying a Aftermarket alternator or buying a original from the dealer? About a 200$ difference.
No advice. But I would buy Denso (OEM) remanufactured
@@DIYGuysvideo Cool, appreciate the input
So did you change the Rectifier or you replaced the whole alternator? 😀
I replaced the rectifier and will follow up with a final video. Just wanted to make this a separate video since it would make the rectifier video too complicated. Also, this is worth a separate video on its own.
Yehey!!! 😃 thank you very much!
What was the mileage when the rect gave you trouble?
145,000 ish miles
Can a 04-05 alternator fit a 06 AP2?
They are the same for all years.
Top bolt broke instantly
You don't need to remove the alternator to replace the clutch.
True, but it makes it so so much easier.