The interior was already well equipped, but changes were in order, of course. The JDM Recaro seats weren't cutting it in the sharp corners, so Darren opted for a set of Bride seats with Takata harnesses to provide the extra security. Nic Chow, the previous owner and a good friend of Darren's who actually consulted on the car's rebirth, suggested they install a STACK ST8130 race meter - very slick instrumentation that replaces most gauges with a single display, providing an extremely clean look without compromising vital information. The interior also includes a Mugen FG360 steering wheel with a Momo hub, Mugen pedals, an Alex quick release, a JDM rear bench, a Cusco rollcage and carbon reinforcement bars, a Spoon titanium shift knob, and a ZOOM carbon rearview mirror, just to name a few.
While loyalty is certainly a prevalent force, it certainly isn't a prerequisite when it comes time to begin a project -perhaps "passionate" is a better way to describe it. The aftermarket industry is evolving and we'll all be there for the ride while our ideals and preferences change along the way. Whether we decide to build a Japanese platform today and USDM tomorrow, the fundamentals of tuning won't change. Neither will devotion and passion, regardless of the choices we make. The work STRD has done to build this clean and classic JDM Type-R pays homage to being loyal, but more importantly, remaining passionate.
Specs & Details
'98 Acura Integra Type-R
Engine JDM Integra Type-R K20A
Engine Modifications J's Racing big-bore SPL throttle body, oil pan, valve cover, oil cap, pol catch tank; Hondata intake manifold gasket; Spoon spark plug cover, thermoswitch, thermostat, magnetic drain plugs; A'PEXi super ground system; Hasport engine mounts; AEM fuel rail, fuel pressure regulator, fuel filter; Tabata dual-core aluminum radiator, radiator cap; T1R 70RS exhaust system; DC Sports conversion exhaust manifold, Samco Sport hose kit; STRD intake; FAL Fan
Engine Management Hondata KPro Drivetrain J's Racing 2-way LSD, hyper single clutch kit; Axel System driveshafts
Suspension J's Racing front strut tower bar, C-pillar bar; Spoon rear tower bar; Do-Luck rear cross bar; Cusco rear sway bar; TEIN RA coilovers
Exterior JDM Honda DC2 front end conversion w/ HID, rear valance; J's Racing 3D GT Wing, carbon-fiber hood, canards; Spoon front lip, S2000 rear diffuser; Aztec side skirts; Ganador mirrors; VIS carbon-fiber hatch
Worth Knowing
Established in 1988 in Osaka, Japan, J's Racing holds a solid place as one of the most well-known JDM tuning companies. Making some of the most highly sought-after parts for Honda and Acura cars, and demanding a premium price tag, it can be difficult to locate older parts that are usually discontinued once the cars they are designed for are no longer in production.
By Amee Reehal
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