The Evolution of GSRstilez's Integra GS-R

Very cool! But the painted rims are just not my thing. I really liked it much better without the rims painted. But the way your paint shines and looks dripping wet is unreal. I enjoy reading your posts and have learned a few things from you. Keep up the good work!
 
Incredible work! Thanks for the comprehensive write up. It is nice to see that I am not alone - other people are just as obsessed about their cars as I am.
 
Thank you to everyone for the compliments :)





Johnny: Same tint as always (20% on the windows, 35% on the windshield). At the meet, there was HEAVY sun all day which I guess made them appear lighter. When it's overcasted you can't see me driving from standing about 10ft in front of the car...It's like Knight Rider in red :lol



For security, it is quite extensive with sensors, battery backups, extra sirens, etc. I always keep it in heavy parking lot lights and I park right under my window.



hirosh: :rofl



Scott: I have the Cold-Air extension with the bypass valve. I just didn't like it. The wheel wells in Integra's are not very thorough. They expose a lot...The spot where the filter goes for the CAI in my car has slots facing the ground, kind of like a billet grille. I guess its for airflow with the stock setup. On top of this, being lowered 2 inches puts me up close and personal with stuff on the road. Water did not worry me too much but the damn filter always got soo damn clogged with sand and rocks. It was a PITA to remove and clean so I just stay with Short Ram.



I've thought about heavy modifications and as a matter of fact my uncle made fun of me 2 weekends ago (black saab and gold jeep) that I don't have a turbo yet. It just doesn't fit for me. With my girlfriend, appartment, fraternity, school work, lifting, etc, it doesn't leave much time for playing around and constantly keeping up on my car. I just have a nice amount of time to keep it clean and check fluids. The only other mods I can think of doing are a 2.5" Mandrel Bent B-Pipe and adjustable shocks. Other than that, just maintenance.



As far as engine grounding, I think OE is 8 gauge and I went to 4. It felt a bit smoother, like less strain on the engine, but could have been just psychological. I just like the look of the bigger wires.



Yup, no gf posting on OT...I know :)



tdekany: The appearance mods have taken me over. In my past two vehicles I had pretty extensive stereos. I did many paid installs for locals and made a nice amount of money with my knowledge. The only thing I changed in the teg were the OE speakers to pioneer 3-ways. I contemplated 4 - 8" JL's across the back of my trunk (hugging the back seats) with a MP3 deck and all amped, but didn't get around to paying for it. I doubt it will happen unless a nice deal comes around.



flip: No JDM front for me. I liked it for a while but now everyone has it. I wanted to stay unique even though the WW setup is pretty popular. I went with new paint, shaving, and body matched rims for the uniqueness. I don't think appearance will change much more.



Rob:



1) Stock

2) Motegi MR7

3) Rota Subzero

4) Exel V8



not bad ;)



94-95 GSR's are OBD1, 96-on are OBD2...The 94-95 would be easier to tune. In shopping for a teg, look for a reasonably stock one with ALL of the scheduled maintenance done. Valve adjustments are crucial with these cars.







Thanks again to everyone :)
 
Sean,



Thanks so much for the writeup. I doubt I can find the words to express what a terrific job you have done to create probably the nicest looking TEG I have seen. I will say this: your comments and ongoing discussion and those of Scottwax and others have helped me understand the inside info on detailing and taken my process to a different level.



I am also impressed, that while some of the mods were no doubt expensive, what nice style improvements can be done over time to get a stellar look. The red spoke wheels are some of my favorites.
 
its amazing how much your lip kit has done for the style of your car. I look at other integra's without the lip kit, and they look normal, i see your car without the lip kit, and i think it looks weird. your car looks so good with the lip kit on it, thats its strange to see it without it on. i agree that your car doesnt need more body mods BUT if you wanted to subtly change it up a bit, maybe the all amber bumper lenses with some JDM sidemarkers? those could add positively to your look i think. oh well, totally not necessary because your car is so clean the way it is, but just throwing out different idea's. keep up the good work man!



Vernon
 
I'm not much of an import guy nor am I for body kits but I love the red wheels and nice write-up! Good Job!



Can I make a request? when you find free time again make a post of the evolution of your paint. Showing all the combos you've tried with pics. I've seen at least 6 different combos on your car by now (personally I think I remember the EX layers topped with Natty's the best).
 
Vernon: Thanks...I know it's like a different car in winter trim, but I gotta do it :)



fireberd350: Thanks. Ya know, I was thinking of this...I will do my best to compile like photos with different combos.



groebuck: :rofl
 
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