Swahme's Build: 2023 MBP Acura Integra A-Spec on Tein Coilovers

[HooliPNW]

5/1/2023 - KTunerFlash V2 - Phearable Stage 1.5R

This one has been fun. Uploading the tune was quick and relatively painless, considering the anxiety that comes with flashing a new car. Took it out for about 30 miles after finishing the flash process and ran into no issues. Hoping to get back on the road this evening and see how it performs under pressure. I went with Phearable considering the success/satisfaction others shared on the tune reliability thread.

Can you tell a different in speed and torque?

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[Swahme]

Can you tell a different in speed and torque?

Hey, it's a quite noticeable difference on "map 2". My butt-dyno says the car feels much more responsive, especially from a stop. I'm very happy with it thus far, no lights or error codes. I'm hesitant to floor it, but I see that barrier will slowly be pushed.

 

[Swahme]

4/30/2023 - Photodump

 

[Swahme]

5/13/2023 - MagnaFlow Catback Exhaust

I spent countless hours listening to sound clips and youtube videos on the few exhaust systems out for our vehicle. Albeit, it was most likely the same videos over and over again.. Two things I wanted in an exhaust system - 1. a catback system, 2. drone mitigation. With carbon fiber tips on the Magnaflow option, it became my preference visually. It met the other criteria, however, the price felt steep compared to the Remark option. I'm happy with the results, and it has a strong low-end growl at lower rpm's. At 3k rpm and above its tone hums at the higher-end, yielding a satisfying amplified stock note.
Installation was straight forward according to my local shop. They didn't bring back any comments towards issues with fitment. They took about one hour to swap it with the stock system. Bummer that the stock exhaust is practically one long welded tube, even with our abundant trunk space, I had no way of bringing back home the stock system.

 

[Integra23]

I'm surprised they didn't clean the welds up some. A Lot of weld soot.

 

[SeanIsElsewhere]

4/30/2023 - Photodump

I’m loving that colored accent on the artwork body shop spoilers and lip

 

[Swahme]

I’m loving that colored accent on the artwork body shop spoilers and lip

Thank you! Hopefully the last piece comes soon..

 

[Swahme]

5/27/2023 - Enkei T6R Wheels and Striping

I liked the larger Ferrada's stance, but I decided to enjoy this summer in a smaller set of Enkei's. With the matte bronze finish, the afternoon was spent striping the car in a gold vinyl.

 

[Swahme]

5/29/2023 - Tinted Taillights

I chose to use film for this modification. On past cars, I’ve always painted the housings. I’m curious to see how it responds to the elements.

 

[Doublestack00]

Specs in the bronze Enkeis?

 

[Swahme]

Specs in the bronze Enkeis?

Enkei T6R - Matte Bronze
2x 18x8.5 +38 (5x114.3)
2x 18x9.5 +38 (5x114.3)

 

[Swahme]

8/2/2023 - K Buddy

Worst step was step one, popping off the lower cover. With the pictures on the listing, following the written instructions was much easier. Chris was pleasant to work with, even with my pestering to finish this project. My color combination was black/black.

https://www.etsy.com/listing/1507450204/23-acura-integra-k-buddy-ktuner-v2

 

[Swahme]

8/15/2023 - Artwork Bodyshop Rear Diffuser

This one was a little disappointing.. The fins do not hug the bumper as closely as I would have expected from Artworks, considering the amazing fitment on the rest of the kit. The horizontal attachment is secured with four bolts, I pray that will be enough support.

 

[creaturemachine]

How's the Magnaflow system been treating you?

 

[SeanIsElsewhere]

8/15/2023 - Artworks Bodyshop Rear Diffuser

This one was a little disappointing.. The fins do not hug the bumper as closely as I would have expected from Artworks, considering the amazing fitment on the rest of the kit. The horizontal attachment is secured with four bolts, I pray that will be enough support.

Still looks great bro and also I’m sure it is still benefiting from the aero upgrade do you have any detailed pics of the gap? I’ve been saving up for this same diffuser.
Keep the build details coming; love seeing you car evolve

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