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Tri-State Post Whore
Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: Philadelphia, Pa
Member #58
My Ride: 06' SGM STi / 05' ZX-6R iTrader: (1)
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Car Of The Month: November '06 - James_ls
TST chose james_ls for November’s COTM because it shows that you can build a clean well rounded car without dropping an insane amount of money into it. The super clean exterior and the modest factory engine work make for a great combo on his 1998 Integra. TST: So when did you pick up your Integra? James: Hrrm, I guess about two years ago. Yeah JUST shy of two years I believe. From a next-door-neighbor who is a car dealer. The funny part...origionaly didn't even want an Integra... TST: What did you own before this? Was this the first car you worked on? James: I've always been around cars...my Dad used to be a tech and build race motors back in his day...for quite a few popular people at the time. So it's in my blood. By ownership however, yeah, this is my first. TST: Ah ok, so what are your goals with this car? And what do you plan to do with it? James: To start, I didn't have any. I was a 17 year old kid, with a car with REDICULIOUS potential. So I started buying crap. Crap without a goal. Then got my head out of my ass and discovered the internet (laughs) and found out that I did have taste. So I decided just to make something new. Something that stands out, but not in an obnoxious way. So I SLAMMED the thing, but some semi-big wheels on it (thats the hot-rod styling from Pop's comming out in me) and then re-assesed it. It wasn't fast, I have enough of a problem and irresponsibility with things that are fast; so I made it handle. After taking your share of turns, it gets kinda old. I did some minor engine work and a head-swap; and now am shooting for 200WHP on stock-internals...still naturally aspirated. It sucks. (Laughs) TST: So is the car just for daily cruising or do you plan on doing any showing or racing with it? James: Right now it's my "fair weather toy." It NEVER sees rain...well I try to make it never see rain. I show it, road race it a bit, and just have fun with it. It doesn't come out all that frequently; and when it does, she uh...likes to turn heads. TST: So you're planning to keep it NA for a while then? What kind of timeframe on the 200 whp do you think? Gonna get some 1/4 mile times to go with that? James: I did one of those G-Tech 1/4 Mile Calculators on it and with a good launch was saying 14.0 quite a few times; and a 13.86 with decent wheels. But yeah; I want to keep it N/A and try to get that with O.E.M. internals. I was talking with Honda-Tuning (magazine) and they were saying if I can get that, I'm almost guaranteed a big article. I really wanna supercharge it; however, don't want to take the risk. I'm thinking of getting a bike or an Audi or something; and just drive it. I like speed; but unfortunatly insurance doesn't. TST: Your car is really clean, do you always keep it that way? James: Always. It's like my claim-to-fame. People see a retartedly clean car, they remember it. James-the OCD detailer. TST: Ha yeah I can see that. And have you done all of the motor work yourself as well? James: Yes and no. I got all the ideas, all the parts, the only thing a "shop" did was bascially helped teach me how to do it. They removed the older stuff; and tought me how to do everything. I was involved with the entire project. I never let that thing out of my sight. Haha. TST: Cool. So whats next? Think your next car will be a honda too? James: I'm looking at either the same color NSX or possibly a Lotus. Something that yet again, turns heads. However; my immediate next car, just gonna be something I can daily drive with NO intention of modding. TST: How did you hear about TriStateTuners? James: I had always kinda heard the name in the area; then started to see a few of the stickers; then kinda figured; meh what the hell...so I googled it...signed up...and have been lauging my ass of ever since. TST: So do you have any shout outs or anyone that deserves a thanks for helping get your car to where it is today? James: Definatly like to thank Vince at R/T Tuning for being soo patient with my stupid ECU problems. Sav Leone for teaching me just about everything I know with Hondas, and uh, me, for knowing that enough...really isn't enough. TST: Cool well thanks for being a contributing member of TST and congrats on being November's COTM. James: Haha anytime. Do I get two months like jc8889 aswell? Hey, that could be a good trend...two-month car of the month(s) like bi-monthly magazines...hmmm.... Engine Mods: - B18B Block - JDM SPEC B18C1 Head W/: * GSR 'Regrind' Camshafts * Mild Port + Polish * Megan 6 Prong Adjustable Camshaft Gears - Skunk 2 PRO Series Throttle Body. - Skunk 2 PRO Series Intake Manifold. - GSR Oil Pump - Mugen Radiator Cap - GSR Water Pump - GSR Fuel Pump - 330CC Injectors - Tsudo 4-1 (Mugen Replica) Exhaust Manifold - High Flow Catylitic Converter - Custom Single Resonator Greddy EvoII Exhaust System Suspension: Dropzone Shocks//Struts Dropzone Coilovers Custom Tie Bars Custom Strut Tower Bars Energy Suspension Polurethane Suspension Bushings Electronics: - Hondata S200 Fueled P30 (Courtesy of R/T Tuning) - Apex-i VAFC-II (Stuck as a monitor untill new harness comes) - AsianWolf 8000RS Remote Start 2 Way Mobile Security - Pioneer Headunit - Pioneer 6.5" Speakers - Pioneer Tweeters Interior: - Custom Painted Interior Panels - JDM Armrest Delete - Custom Short Shifter - Paint Matched Shift Knob - Megan Pedal Cover Kit - Custom C-Pillar Bar - D.A.D. Racing Seats - D.A.D. Brackets - D.A.D. Harnesses Exterior: - Angel Eye Headlights W/: * Acura TL Projectors * Techone 6500K HID P+P Kit - Euroclear Clear Corners - 4 Lug Damani Champ Wheels (17") - Cooper Zenon ZX3 Z-Rated Tires Click Here To See More Pictures
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01-21-2011, 04:41 PM | #4 |
TST Ruined My Life!
Join Date: Mar 2006
Location: Warrington
Member #1614
My Ride: 1998 Acura Integra LS//VTEC iTrader: (0)
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LoL bumped really? After 5 years?
Thing looks NOTHING like this at all anymore, about to be out with a new front and a big cheesin thing where the radiator is.
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