Along with the modified valvetrain stated earlier, this K20A also sees upgrades with an RBC intake manifold, DTR header, RCrew/RedZone custom exhaust and custom Griffin radiator set-up. The radiator is modified to use -16 AN fittings with lower and upper radiator hoses connecting to K-Tuned swivel water outlets. As if his engine bay wasn't unique enough, Anh sent his entire subframe, Karcepts intake pipe, oil catch can and other assorted goodies out to SIK Industries to have them powdercoated in candy teal. "I was honestly kind of iffy on the teal at first but Fred gave me reassurance that it would pop nicely against the glossy black."
"Throughout the rebuild I had the car towed to so many different places. Luckily I had the best AAA package available because I really abused the free towing," Anh says with a smile. One of the spots it was dropped off at was Modern Bench Operations where the exterior was cleaned up and prepped for the new exterior components. These new parts included an authentic Backyard Special front bumper and a rare Mugen Generation II rear wing. Once the freshly painted pieces were aligned and installed on Anh's R, he and Fred were able to adjust the Zeal S6 coilovers to the appropriate ride height. The interior remains unchanged from before the Chapman/Rywire rebuild. With JDM ITR Recaros and ITR rear seats, there's really no reason why it would call for a dramatic change. Add a Mugen Racing 3 steering wheel to the mix and you have a timeless Integra Type R interior.
Despite the two builds going in two completely different directions, they both have one thing in common: attention to detail. Both builds are incredibly elaborate and there are enough details in each individual build to fill every page of Super Street on any given month. As far as engine choice goes, it's all left in the eye of the beholder. Personal preference is what drives every build and it is no different for engine selection. The K-series may have the newer technological benefits and power from the factory, but the B-series is tried and true and remains a prime candidate for any enthusiast looking for a swap, especially those with a smaller budget. In the battle of K versus B, we would have to call it a draw in favor of all die-hard Honda heads. As long as we continue to see builds the caliber of both Anh Truong's and Ryan Der's, the Honda community will continue to be at the forefront of the industry for years to come.
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2000 Acura Integra Type R #0310
Owner Anh Truong
Hometown San jose, CA
Occupation Resident Services Coordinator
Power 236whp/164lb-ft tq
Engine 2003 JDM 2.0L HONDA K20A; Hybrid Racing motor mounts; Karcepts intake and IAC delete plate; 70mm BDL throttle-body; RBC intake manifold; 440cc Lucas fuel injectors; Hybrid Racing fuel rail; K-Tuned liquid-filled fuel pressure gauge; Trick Flow inline fuel filter and fuel pressure regulator; TODA Racing single coil racing valve springs and N2 Spec racing camshafts; Supertech titanium retainers; DTR exhaust header; RCrew/RedZone custom exhaust system; Griffin custom radiator with -16 AN fittings; Custom front mount slim fan; K-Tuned upper swivel neck and swivel thermostat housings; vented valve cover; Spoon Sports radiator stays; Custom black -AN radiator, fuel, brake hose fittings; B&R oil catch can w/-10 AN fittings; Custom coolant reservoir; FEEL's oil filler cap; Pivot radiator cap; ARC spark plug cover; Rywire Mil Spec engine harness, tucked accessory wire harnesses, and clutch line; ATS Fred custom throttle cable bracket, Mil/Spec harness plate; Hidden Odyssey battery and fuse box; Candy-teal coated subframe, oil catch can, valvecover, intake pipes, throttle cable bracket, hood prop and Mil/Spec plate; ATS Fred custom wrinkle black-coated HID housings and brackets, front shock top hats, brake booster, steering rack, FPR bracket and oil catch can bracket; A/C and heater, power steering and ABS delete