CNTurbo.com – Turbo Spools and Auto NewsK20 Acura Integra GS-R – The Stuff of DreamsPosted by admin inUncategorizedJune 11, 2015In late 1993, when Acura announced the third generation Integra, it was met with mixed reviews. Aesthetically, the four circular lights up front were so far removed from the second gen’s sleek, streamlined lamps that many had no interest in the car. Others, however, after having experienced the new Integra’s user-friendly cabin, excellent handling and new B18C power plant, were far more interested in how the car drove rather than how it looked.Spoon mirror Photo 2/16 | Spoon MirrorAs with most anything Honda-related, the folks overseas in Japan, Europe and other markets were treated to better performing and better looking options. Tuan Chau, owner of this 1995 Acura Integra GS-R, was well aware of the JDM frontend that avoided the quad headlight setup completely and instead relied upon attractive one-piece lamps and a more aggressive front bumper right from the factory. Many in the past had already done the conversion, but ever since he was 15 Chau had envisioned having one of his own. He found a car for sale in Seattle, went through with the purchase and had the car shipped to him in South Carolina.Jackson racing supercharger Photo 3/16 | Jackson Racing SuperchargerBeing that the newly purchased 1995 Integra GS-R was powered by a K20 swap that the previous owner had done, Chau took the car out for a few blasts to make sure it was up to par. Unfortunately, it wasn’t and a nasty rod knock showed up almost immediately – a result of a spun rod bearing. Out came the engine, and the rest of the car was torn down for a complete rebuild.CE28N wheels Photo 4/16 | CE28N WheelsChau’s paint shop took care of the Quicksilver color change, and knowing that he wanted the car to look factory fresh, he headed to his local Honda parts counter for new seals, moldings, trim and more bolts and clips than he can possibly remember. An Integra Type R five-lug conversion and Spoon calipers were added, and once the paint dried the chassis was ready for a new heart.Spoon shift knob Photo 5/16 | Spoon Shift KnobWith plans to swap a K24/K20 combo into his Civic hatchback, Chau took that K20 and installed it into the 1995 Integra GS-R. To add a little more kick to the 2.0L lump, a Jackson Racing supercharger was bolted on up front, while an R*Crew header made its way to the rear of the newly painted engine bay.Recaro driver seat profile interior Photo 6/16 | Recaro Driver Seat Profile InteriorThough Chau and his 1995 Acura Integra GS-R started off on the wrong foot, in the end, a complete restoration, supercharged heart and of course that JDM frontend conversion that he’d always dreamed about made up for everything.Behind the BuildTuan Chau’s 1995 Acura Integra GS-REngine K20A engine swap; Jackson Racing supercharger; custom intake; R Crew header; Apexi exhaust piping; Vibrant muffler; Magna fuel