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good ole' Helms manual


mAtC
03-10-2002, 05:18 PM
Well I'm breaking down and finally buying a Helms manual HOWEVER when I headed to their site, they offer two different kinds:

http://www.helminc.com/helm/Result.asp?Style=&Mfg=AHM&Make=AHM&Model=CVCC&Year=1999&Category=1&Keyword=&mscsid=NBT1KVP1S2KH8J0MUR9WH2T7U1EW2TF0

(1) 1996-99 CIVIC 2/3/4 DOOR SHOP MANUAL
(2) 1996-2000 CIVIC SERVICE MANUAL

I want the shop manual, correct? Or is there a benefit with the service?

1995HondaCivic
03-10-2002, 05:43 PM
my chilton's manual works just fine :flipa:

xivera
03-10-2002, 06:10 PM
I've got #2 myself...

What's the other manual? :confused:

CivicEx95
03-10-2002, 07:40 PM
Originally posted by 1995HondaCivic
my chilton's manual works just fine :flipa:
Chiltons manuals are garbage. Try changing a transmission or getting exact torque specs for every bolt on your car with that chiltons crap.

mAtC
03-10-2002, 11:38 PM
Originally posted by xivera
I've got #2 myself...

What's the other manual? :confused:

I thought the shop manual would get a bit more in depth - but then again, I'm the one asking, "which one?"

mAtC
03-14-2002, 04:46 PM
anyone?

CivicRacerX
03-14-2002, 07:26 PM
I seem to vaguely remember a question like this in the past. I THINK (a big emphasis on the "think") that the shop manual is designed more as a troubleshooting manual, like "Here is problem, possible solution = a, b, c, etc.." and the service manual is designed to give information on every nut/bolt and plastic trim clip in the car. I could have those reversed, or I could just be totally wrong, but for some reason that's what my brain wants to say. You could always find a customer service number for them and inquire about it. Let us know what you find out!

xivera
03-14-2002, 08:15 PM
Originally posted by CivicRacerX
... the service manual is designed to give information on every nut/bolt and plastic trim clip in the car.
That's right! :)

mAtC
03-15-2002, 10:38 AM
appreciate te feedback

CivicRacerX
03-15-2002, 12:22 PM
Damn those Helms manuals are expensive. Since Chilton's has already been discounted by a couple of people, how are the Haynes manuals?

Ebranste
03-15-2002, 01:59 PM
the one you want is the service manula. The shop manual is for trouleshooting general problems as mentioned above.

In addition, Hayne's manual are a little more specific than Chilton's, but are still garbage.

The Helm's manual's are well worth he money. It will be the best investment you ever put into your car.

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