iM Feature: Punit Patel’s 2001 Acura Integra

When one initially steps into the car scene, you see what others do and take note. Some follow suit, others directly copy another one’s style and there are a few who will break that barrier and do something that’s completely unheard of. Eventually, one will start to realize that a real project car, always progresses and will never really be, a “finished” project.

When illmotion’s very own Punit Patel was in search of his project car, he sought after one of Japan’s most popular tuned cars, the Honda Integra. Known as the Acura Integra here in North America, Punit originally wanted to acquire a Championship White Type-R. At the time of his search, the Type-R was pretty hard to find. With no luck on the Type-R, Punit set his eyes on a Milano Red SE Model. This was only the beginning.

The first stage of Punit’s Integra started with the basics. Rear wiper delete, a fresh paint job, color matched door trims, a rear window visor, CF Hood & Trunk, LED instrumentation, in-car electronics & audio, HIDs, Coilover suspension, Apexi World Sport exhaust, JDM Recaro Front Seats & Rear Bench, and a set of 16” Rotas were the start of his addiction.

Since Punit didn’t acquire the Type-R that he originally wanted, that didn’t stop him from getting a Type-R motor swap. Unsatisfied with the look of the 16” Rotas he originally put on the car, Punit stepped it up with a set of gold 17” Work Meister S1s.

With positive reception from friends and peers, Punit, like everyone else in the scene, had his fair share of haters. Would the hate stop Punit? Nope. It only helped Punit push the Integra to new heights.

On its third stage, Punit decided it was time to do something to the Integra that had not been done before in Calgary’s scene. Adding a few pieces like Raybrig fog lights, a Spoon N1 exhaust and OEM Integra Window Visors were just a taste of what was to come.

With downtime during the winter here in Calgary, Punit opted for another motor swap; the K24A2 from the Acura TSX. If that wasn’t enough, Punit sold the Meisters and took it another step further with a set of 16” CCW Race-Version Classics. With stance being a big thing in the car scene at the moment, best believe Punit was on point when it came to fitment.

The K24 motor swap wasn’t an overnight success, as it did have its ups and downs (oil pans what’s up) and the fitment may not have appeased everyone’s tastes. But because of Punit’s patience and understanding of having a car project, this is one Integra that was built according to how the owner wanted it to be.

With a recent car accident this summer (not at fault), Punit thought it might have been the end for his Integra as it could’ve been dismissed as a write-off. However with good graces on his side, the Integra is back and running better than ever. With the Carbon Fiber trunk & hood now color matched, custom teal powder coating done on the CCW faces, and an authentic Gen.1 Mugen rear wing, the car project continues to keep going…

…and going harder every year.

//Engine.&.Drivetrain
Honda K24A2
Hondata K-Pro
Hasport Motor Mounts
RBC Intake Manifold
Griffin Full Size Rad
T1R Catch Can
T1R Reservoir Tank
Custom Paint Valve Cover (ARC Inspired)
Custom Made Spark Plug Cover
T1R Oil Cap
AEM Fuel Pressure Regulator
Hybrid Racing Fuel Rail
Hybrid Racing Shifter Box
Hybrid Racing Race Header
Fuel Pressure Gauge
3rd Oil Pan with Skid Plate
Password JDM Cooling Plate
T1R Test Pipe
Spoon N1 Exhaust




//Wheels.&.Suspension
CCW Classic’s 16×8.5+15 w/ 205/45/16 all around
K-Sport Coilovers
ASR Subframe Brance
ASR 24mm Sway
Buddy Club Camber Kit
T1R Chromoly Racing Lug Nuts


//Exterior
VIS OEM CF Hood (Painted)
Aero Catch Hood Pins
Seibon CF Hatch (Painted)
Type-R Front Lip
OEM Integra Window Visors
Rear Window Visor
Mugen Gen 1 Spoiler
6000K Hids
Raybrig OEM Fog Lights





//Interior.&.ICE
Black JDM ITR Reacro Front Seats
Black JDM ITR Rear Seats
JDM ITR SRS Steering Wheel
JDM ITR Gauge Cluster
Honda S2000 Pushbutton Start
5 Panel Wink Mirror
Megan C-Pillar Bar
ITR Shifter Boot
JDM DC5-R Shift Knob
Shift Extender
Pioneer Avic-D3 Double Din Deck
2 10″ Pioneer Subs
Audison Amp
Compustar Alarm



If the pics left you wanting more…great news! Our homie, Reggie, at FourPlusOne In Motion did what he does best and made this sick video!

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FourPlusOne – Punit’s K24 Powered Integra from FourPlusOne inMotion on Vimeo.

iM Event Coverage: Garage Box Track Day August 1st,…

On Monday, August 1st the illmotion crew hit up the Garage Box Track Day @ Race City. With Summer on the go a huge variety of sick builds have just been rippin’ it up at the track lately!

With the long weekend, the beautiful sunshine and BBQ cooking over at the paddock, there’s no doubt that both spectators and drivers at hand were having a good time!

If you you missed out on this track day, Garage Box Auto Innovations will be hosting another one in September so be sure not to sleep on the next one and get your car out on the track before it’s too late!

More pics can be found in our Flickr page HERE

iM Event Coverage: DTP Vancouver July 16, 2011 –…

Keepin’ things going with more coverage from DTP Vancouver, Part 3 of our iM Event Coverage will focus on the illmotion crew and the awesome homies who came out to represent with us.

Gotta give a huge shout out and thanks to Steve, Terence, Gopesh, Chris, James, Kirsten/Brodie, Michael and Dave (and the others who came along for the ride) for reppin’ with us and cruising along with us on the drive to Vancouver. It was definitely a pleasure meeting those we haven’t met before and kickin’ it with you guys at the show!

The rain did have its downside, but rockin’ with the crew and taking home 4 awards made it all worth it! In the end, it was all about the people at hand getting together for the love of this lifestyle we lead.

Once again, a HUGE congratulations to Chris, James and Michael on winning in their respective classes. Good job guys!

Lastly, big ups to illmotion’s very own Punit Patel for winning 2nd Place Best Acura. I don’t think there is a single person in the crew who hasn’t put in work in that Integra, so it was definitely a good feeling to see you win that award. Congrats homie!

Let’s move on to the pics!

More pics can be found HERE

iM Likes This: Nick Chow’s Honda Tuning Feature

Honda Tuning August 2011 issue that just hit the shelf… check it!

More local mag coverage with none other than the infamous CHOWFUN. Love seeing the local heat getting coverage like this, hope there’s more to come.

Cat was less than thrilled…

You can also check Nick’s illmotion feature from last summerHERE

iM Event Coverage: DTP Vancouver July 16, 2011 –…

We aren’t done yet. We all have our own perspective on the show and so we’ll just keep posting until we’ve exhausted our supply. It never hurts to see more pictures 😀

My favourite booth of the night – I swear I was in J’s Racing/Voltex heaven. I think I have GT wing fever.

Onto the pics!

iM Feature: David Soo’s 8th gen Honda Civic Si

We have been dying to bring our readers some Eastern Canadian coverage for months now and we’ve finally been able to hook up with Galen Wan, aka GAWA and bring you David Soo’s immaculate Fiji Blue 8th gen Civic Si.

The pictures speak for themselves….. perfect stance (IMO), super clean AME wheels and some J’s parts scattered around make for a great example on how to make your 8th gen stand out from the crowd.


Exterior
HFP sideskirts
HFP rear bumper
J’s Racing carbon front splitter
J’s Racing carbon replica rear diffuser
Ventureshield front-end wrap

Interior
JDM hazard button
JDM DIY red-stitched steering wheel
JDM Grafixpressions red steering wheel gel emblem
USDM Mugen Si short-shifter
USDM Mugen Si shift knob
USDM Acura CSX center-console and armrest (complete)

Wheel/Suspension
AME FS-01 Tracer wheels (18×9, +16 front)
AME FS-01 Tracer wheels (18×9, +25 rear)
Yokohama S-Drive tires (215/35/18)
Kics Project 10mm spacers (front)
Skunk2 Pro-S Coilovers
Skunk2 rear camber arms
Ingalls front camber bolts

Some extra shots can be found HERE

And make sure you check out GAWA’s flickr page HERE

iM Event Coverage: DTP Vancouver July 16, 2011 –…

The illmotion Dudes headed out to Vancouver, BC on July 16, 2011 at the Rocky Mountaineer Station to attend the DTP Auto Show presented by Yokohama Tires. The caliber of cars that were present at the show (and the parking lot) just left everybody from the crew speechless. Vancouver’s scene brought everything to the table from highly modified sport compacts and even a few modified luxury vehicles.

Aside from the rain, the Vancouver DTP Auto Show was unlike anything we’ve seen in Calgary and it was good to see how other car enthusiasts in Canada are reppin’ for their city. The rain didn’t stop anyone from attending the show and it was definitely nice seeing some familiar faces and meeting new ones!

Congratulations going out to illmotion’s very own Punit Patel for winning 2nd Place Best Acura. Also a huge shout out and congratulations going out to Chris Gudzowsky (Best Classic Showoff), Michael Kwan (Best Stance Showoff) and James Ditchfield (Best Subaru) on their awards as well.

With illmotion going home with 4 awards and an amazing modified car representation from Vancouver, the DTP Auto Show was definitely worth the trip!

A huge thanks to all of you who came out to the show and much appreciation and thanks to those who attended the DTP show to rep alongside with us! The drive to and from was a blast! (Stay tuned for Random Shots of the trip)

On to part one of the show pics!

Some extra shots can be found HERE

Part 2 & 3 coming soon!

iM: Weekly 403 Honda/Beyond Meet – July 13, 2011

Another week brings another post with pics from the weekly 403 Honda/Beyond Meet. There was a threat of rain, which stopped people from showing up, but luckily only a few drops hit us at Chinook. Hopefully the weather is better and we see everyone for the next one!

iM Feature: Gabes 1990 Civic EF Hatch

Being from Vancouver Island, you don’t hear a whole lot about the cars and culture we have. Being a 2 hour ferry ride from Vancouver, and 3 hours from Seattle, the major car populations of those cities over throw what we have, and often times steal the spot light. But little do people know, we have some of the sickest cars around. One being Gabe’s 1990 Honda Civic.

September 2009 marked the starting date of this new project when Gabe purchased the rusted, battered old civic to make it his own. Gabe’s the kind of guy who builds everything himself, from custom down pipes, to waste gate dumps, to piecing together his engine, he certainly doesn’t let anyone else touch his car with a wrench, and certainly doesn’t cut any short cuts when he builds these purpose built projects. Gabe has been building some of the islands cleanest cars for a number of years now out of his small garage at home.

Exterior:
SIR Front Lip
JDM Amber Side Markers
Amber Corner Lights and Bumper Lights
VIS Carbon Fiber Hood
Benen Toe Hook
8000k 9006 HID’s

Interior:
Gutted
Personal Trophy Black Suede Steering Wheel
D1 Spec hub
Skunk2 Short Shifter
Skunk2 Titanium Shift Knob
Bride ZetaII Seats
Harness Bar
4 Point Harness
Password JDM Rear Strut Bar
NRG Floor Mats

Footwork:

Stance Emotion Wheels 15×8 +25mm Offset
195/50/15 Toyo Proxy R1R’s
ARP Extended Wheel Studs
D1 Spec Forged Wheel Lugs
Skunk2 Pro C Coilovers
SPC Rear Upper Control Arms
Blox Rear Lower Control Arms
Full Race Traction Bar Kit
Polyurethane Bushing Kit
Power Slot Rotors and Hawk Pads
Rear Disc Swap
CRX SI Proportioning Valve

Engine & Engine Management

B18B1
Eagle Forged H-beam Rods
CP 9.0:1 Forged Turbo Pistons
Super Tech Block Guard
ARP Head Studs
Cometic MLS Head Gasket
Skunk2 Pro Intake Manifold
68mm Blox Throttle Body
Blox Vacuum Manifold
AEM Fuel Rail
750cc RC Injectors
Aeromotive FPR
Greddy Timing Belt
Pfab Tubular Log Turbo Manifold
38mm Tial Wastegate
Garret T3/T4 Turbo
HKS SSQ Blow Off Valve
255ghp Walbro Fuel Pump
AEM Boost Gauge With Integrated Boost Controller
AEM Oil Pressure Gauge
AEM Wide Band O2 Sensor
Z10 Engineering Block Catch Can -12 AN Fittings
Allstar Performance Valve Cover Catch Can -10 AN fittings
Fluidyne Aluminum Half Rad
Gates Blue Silicon Rad Hoses
Hondata S300
Hondata 4bar Map Sensor
OBD1 Swap
Innovative Billet B-Series Mounts
Innovation B Series Shift Linkage
ACT 4 puck Riveted Hub Race Disc
ACT Extreme Pressure Plate
HKS Oil Cap
294 WHP @ 14 PSI

Its been a long time coming, and lets just say that Gabe’s not even close to done yet. He still has plans to make this car look and perform on another level. It’s going to be interesting to watch as he continues on through out the years perfecting this old school hatch. You will be able to see this hatch at this years Driven To Perform event in Vancouver.

 

iM: Weekly 403 Honda/Beyond Meet – July 6, 2011

Another week, and another busy 403 Honda/Beyond Meet at Chinook Centre. Lots of cars out this week, and a bunch that don’t normally show up, so it was a good time had by all. Weather was great this week, so that helped out a lot. Here are a bunch of pics:

Even my goddaughter knows whats up with the NSX:

“Yes Kylah, its rolling on Volk TE-37s…”

Before I finish this post, I do need to address a major concern that a few of our members have noticed close to the end of the meets. If you bring any food or drink out to the meet or go inside to grab something, please pick up after yourselves. There is a lot of bottles, cups, and general garbage that gets left behind whenever the meet is done. I realize the garbage can is a little bit of a walk away, but the staff at Chinook kindly let us use the parkade to meet on Wednesdays, lets show them a little bit of respect, and at least keep the place clean. I’d hate for us to lose a spot to meet because people leave a mess.

Weather permitting, we will see you all next week!