iM Feature: Unlimited Power RAWRSX

July 8, 2010

I’ve always had a soft spot for DC5s. When they first came out, I remember thinking how much I wanted one of these cars when I was older and as a result, I’m a sucker for a nice and clean DC5. So I was quite thrilled to be able to shoot Steve’s car.

Initially, Steve fitted his 2002 Acrua RSX Type-S with the Type-R kit but being unsatisfied with the results, Steve turned to Mugen (whose name means Unlimited Power) instead. The end result is a car that is even more aggressive without going overboard. The Mugen bumper and hood just give the front end a very mean look.

Due to this car being a daily driver, Steve went with Tein S-Tech springs instead of coilovers for practicality reasons. The springs give the car a nice drop while retaining ride comfort and drivability on the potholed streets of Calgary. Footwork wise, Steve went with a staggered set of Advan RGs.

2002 Acura RSX Type-S

Engine: AEM cold air intake, DC race headers, Tanabe Hyper Medallion catback exhaust, Mugen oil cap, Mugen radiator cap, Mugen thermostat, Mugen fan switch, T1R Reservoir socks, JDM spark plug cover and DIY wrinkle red valve cover

Suspension and Wheels: 17 x 8 & 17 x 8.5 Advan RG wheels (Gold Finish), Blue lugnuts and valvestems, 215/45/17 front and 235/45/17 rear tires, Tein S-Tech Springs, Progress 24mm rear sway bar, Progress end links and Progress rear tie bar

Exterior: JDM blacked out headlights, 02-04 Mugen front bumper, 02-04 Mugen carbon fiber bumper canards, 05-06 Mugen side skirts, 05-06 Mugen rear lip, Mugen carbon fiber hood, Type-R spoiler, JDM Honda badges, Sparco hood pins, 3000k daytime running lights, 6000k low beams