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Low end torque. I have zero acceleration with the open glasspack. Some backpressure is good for the D17, naturally aspirated. Bends aren't a particularly good thing in an exhaust, but gradual curves are ok. Hard bends reflect exhaust pulses back to the engine.

 
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Modified Exmag Exhaust Pics (before ceramic coat)

 
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Damn, that's short, should be good for making power though.

 
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Won't that spray your LCA with soot?

 
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So, I've got to ask..

You have one of the best sets of coilovers available, edfc, the best rear lcas, the best rear sway and brace, the best rear end links, arguably the best strut bars and x-brace, full poly bushings, 6 piston brakes front and rear, ss brake lines... you're running out of things you can mod!

What's next?
Type-R front control arms, camber plates, brake vents?

 
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Haha. I was just talking to my buddy about that. Brake ducts, seam wells, gutted interior and a full cage has crossed my mind, but I think its time to drop the engine. I am going to trade the K20A for a Z1. Being in California, I can't pass smog legally. With the Z, it would be a little easier. I am saving for ITBs, KPro, mounts and harness. February is the target date. 250whp, naturally aspirated is the goal. We'll see...

 
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Gutted interior is an awesome modification, massive weight savings and it's essentially free, with the possible exception of a bit of dry ice to remove sound deadening. I wish my gf would let me do it, but she already complains about how harsh the ride is on every rough road. A cage, imho, isn't appropriate for a street car. Big metal bars surrounding your head, even when wrapped with foam padding, have the potential to be extremely dangerous in a crash. Kind of ironic actually, since cages are meant for safety, but varying levels of safety systems just don't work well together. Cages keep becoming more and more popular in street cars, especially the fancy blue Cusco ones, and I rarely ever see the potential safety issues brought up...

 
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So true on the cages. This may turn into a track car, and another Honda for a driver, we'll see.

 
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Interesting that the z1 is easier to pass emissions with than the k20a, why?

You should be able to make 250whp with ease with a good set of cams on a k20.

 
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That looks pretty sweet! That powder coating really catches the eye... oddly enough it kinda makes me want a sucker. I guess the spirit of Halloween is upon me

 
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Not a matter of passing the test, actually. A matter of the K20A not being a US engine. I'd fail visual (VIN check, computer check, etc.). California is not a great palce to swap, legally anyways.

 
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You'll have a little candy of your own soon.

 
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git yer priorities right and leave cali to where ye can swap wothout troubles :P

 
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I'm thinking Vancouver or back to Hawaii.

 
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Went to the tire shop to fix a slow leak coming from my valve stem. Got an opportunity to take a few shots on the lift with the RS*R Exmag back on. Back to a normal mellow rumble.

 
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Thinking of moving eh?
It's tough to beat the life style in Vancouver, you definitely pay for it though.

Those shots are pure suspension ***** sex, a turbo on a D17 is meh, a K-swap is alright, but that sway bar..

 
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**** for the Suspension Introvert, for sure. Haha.

I love Vancouver. Women are Hot, Beers are Better, People are Nice (except during hockey season), Swaps are Legal. What's not to like?

That's it for the suspension for now. Gonna pick up a Carbing Lower Brace, just for some over the top bling. Gotta concentrate on that K20 swap. Found some inspiration on the net, putting money away for Toda ITBs. Naturally aspirated, all the way.

 
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What does ITB stand for?

 
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Individual Throttle Bodies. 4 vs. 1. Basically, one intake manifold for each cylinder.

 
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Ya, that's what I thought when I looked at the picture and made connections with the word. Just making sure :P

Damn, that would be tooooo sick to have. I could just imagine the improvements it would make.

 
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Would that require an SRI for each one? Lool.

 
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Just came accross this while I was on the A Spec Racing website. There's a brace only option that allows you to use OEM or aftermarket swaybars. It's shorter and doesn't interfere with the exhaust.

 
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what rear sway bar did u have before this one? stock?

 
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I've had a few actually. Stock 16mm. Neuspeed 22mm. Cusco 24mm. Hotchkis 27mm. Finally, the ASR 32mm.

 
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Hockey season is amazing, everyone is happy and partying in the streets when we win, we just take losses a bit.. hard. If you stick a Flames flag in your car window during play offs though, you're asking to get run into a ditch.


Did you use subframe braces with all those bars?

I have a theory that subframe braces are completely unnecessary on our cars, except a solid 32mm, then it would definitely necessary haha

 
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more pics of ur brakes front and rear or ban B-)

 
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wow, this car looks excellent. and not only does it look excellent, but it sounds like it performs well. exciting to see all the modifications come together so effectively. hard work does pay off!

 
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Yeah, I had the used the brace for all of 'em. I've had the Neuspeed setup for years, maybe 8 or 10 months after I got my car. I think you're right aboiut the brace. If anything, the sway would break the mounting bolts or the rip the threads off the subframe. I got the Cusco and Hotchkis bars used. I wanted to powdercoat 'em, cause it drove me nuts to have them in less than pristine condition. I ended up selling 'em for profit. Haha. I was holding out for the ASR.

 
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Haha. I don't have too many pics of my brake set up (crappy camera phone only). I guess I should take a few. Only have these:

 
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Thanks. I'm glad it all came together too. Puts a smile on my face everytime I get in and out of the car.