#Integra RPF1

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DC2 or DC3 Honda Integra on Enkei RPF1 wheels

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Kam's 2000 Honda Civic - The "Un-shitbox" Era

From the time I was knee-high to a grasshopper, my fascination with cars was already in full gear. Picture a fourth-grader, wide-eyed and excited, collecting Hot Wheels like they were precious gems. But, my true automotive odyssey began when the school bell rang, and I would race to my friend's house to play Gran Turismo 4 and Midnight Club: Los Angeles on the PlayStation 2. 

As the pixels danced on the screen, I found myself captivated by watching the race replays and attempting to capture the "perfect" photo – the kind that you’d find in the glossy pages of car magazines. And so, my journey into the realm of automotive photography ignited.

Around that time, my older brothers were like modern-day mechanics, forever bringing home various models of Toyotas: an '80s MR2, a trio of Z20 Soarers, and a rare Toyota Aerocabin; our driveway resembled a makeshift garage. My adventure into car ownership was marked by an AE92 Corolla, but my teenage stubbornness veered me toward a 2006 Ford Focus hatch, courtesy of an aversion to the Corolla's short shifter gearbox. Hindsight whispers that I should've stuck with the Corolla, yet the die was cast, and the Ford Focus introduced me to the world of compact cars, eventually paving the way for my 2000 Honda Civic.

I got the Civic in November 2021 during a tough time in my life. It was bone-stock, except for a few upgrades from the previous owner, like an Integra DC5 steering wheel and a set of GSR Blades. At first, I had big plans. I wanted to wrap it in baby blue, get smoked headlights and taillights, a Type R Wing, and Enkei RPF1s. The definition of being a really immature car enthusiast, more interested in making it look cool rather than making it drive better; then again. what else would you expect from a 21-year-old with limited mechanical knowledge.

My interest in the EK Civic came from a family friend named Simon, aka Joydrive. He made a video series documenting his Racewars build, and later buying the now infamous, yellow "ClichEK." I liked the way these cars were designed and having driven a Ford Focus for most of my time on the road, it made sense to get something similar in size. 

My Civic remained untouched for a while, other than the addition of EK9 cup holders, a concession to my partner's beverage-holding fatigue during gear changes. This was a subtle upgrade but one that would prove hugely appreciated in the future. Life was good. I had my dream car which was in good condition for its age and reasonably priced (something that is hard to find in the post-covid car market), then came the transformative phase. I bought a new front bumper, front lip, and Type R grille, as well as "angel eye" headlights, and rear lip, which is still in my garage waiting to be put on as I write this.

The plot thickened on a fateful commute home from work when I had a run-in with a BMW X5 on the highway. The envisioned “RICE” build took a backseat as smashed headlights and a misaligned engine bay/ bonnet demanded attention. Salvaging replacement parts from the wreckers, I resurrected my Civic, mechanically intact but aesthetically bruised. It was demotivating to spend time and money making it look a certain way, only to have it go back to how it was before. Time passed and it simply existed as just another car, until Simon made a video revealing the upgrades he made to his build. 

Fast forward to today, other than hitting a tow ball at the end of 2023, the car remains the same since I fixed it after the accident. I found my dream wheels on Facebook Marketplace, which was a feel-good moment, and after speaking to a couple of people, the road ahead is clear. Cut and polish, installation of the front and rear lip, coilovers so I can put the RPF1s on, and install the replacement number plates which are on its way. The trajectory now leans towards a clean, OEM plus build; a different path from what I first envisioned. For those who are interested in infrequent Civic updates, I often post progress photos on my car Instagram (@EK1WA), until next time; welcome to the “Un-shitbox” chapter.

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The extent of my rebellious nature I park where I’m not supposed to so I can be beside friends cars while singing “breaking the law, breaking the law”

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Two Tone Teggy ‼️

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It was time for new shoes 😈. . #honda #civic #integra #lowered #static #jdm #jdmlife #builtnotbought #dailydriven #ek9 #ej1 #hatchback #civiccoupe #fitment #speedhunter #rpf1 #carspotting #lowlife #motivation #vtec #japan #slammed #dc5 #oldschool #eg6 (at Ventura, California) https://www.instagram.com/p/BuwEMzXnt8k/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=59e6ogced4dg

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Clean integra at today’s auto-x ! @whoiskeving ____________________________ #Streetracingmadesafe #sccaautocross #Honda #Acura #Integra #passwordjdm #hondatech #enkeiwheels #rpf1 #motionmotorsports (at AMR Homestead-Miami Motorplex presented by MG Tires) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bw0QHzHn1RO/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1d70kw738qpw3

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Shot // Trevonte Wigfall (@cbktre) | notfastus.com

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Name: Chris Kantas

Car: 2003 Honda S2000

Hometown: Montreal

Car Club: Unified Montreal

 Your story about how you got into the car scene:

CK: I got into the car scene in 2010, before that I would just spend my time playing guitar and stuff. In 2011 I bought my first car, an Integra. It was a cool car, decent for what it was. Then it started to grow on me, figured I could get used to this whole car stuff. I met some new people with the same interest and that's where it began. In 2013 I picked up an S2000, the car I currently own, bought it all stock, and its going up from here. I then REALLY got into all this stuff, started working for Mr. Lube (Shout out to Kram for the hookup!) and then that's where it hit me, F**K computer sciences, I want to be a mechanic. Went to mechanic school, graduated as a Mechanic. So far everything that's done to the S2000 is done by me and the help of my family (Unified Montreal) Because once you get close to people who share the same interest and open up to you as the days go by, they don't simply become best friends, they become family. And that's what we are in Unified Montreal. (this is NOT a fast and furious reference, I’m being genuine here)

 Tell us about the current modifications on your car and where do you find your inspiration:

CK: The S2000 currently has some small stuff done to it, nothing too crazy.

-Fujita cold air intake

-Invidia test pipe

-T1R full exhaust

-BC Racing coil overs

-Exedy stage 1 clutch

-Fidanza lightweight flywheel

-BLOX Clutch master cylinder

-Stainless braided one-piece clutch line (HEL)

-DC5R Recaros

-Enkei RPF1's

-Hankook Ventus RS3's

-Driver's side radio controls deleted (Start button only)

-Blackworks racing aluminum rad

 Future plans for your car:

CK: This summer, if all goes well it's going to get some new headers. Later future, I'd really like to throw a turbo kit on there and full spoon wide body.

 If money was not an issue, what would be your dream car/build:

CK: I would REALLY love a Toyota Supra MK4. And as for the build, there's no words to mentally draw what i would love to do to that thing if money was no issue.

 Where can we find you? (Social media)

Facebook: Chris Kantas

Instagram: @Unified_ChrisK

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Code red. Installed the RPF1's from my 1st integra that was totaled last November and it transformed the car. via /r/Honda

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DC5 Integra Type S running Enkei RPF1's

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Integra Instagram: @dc6oh4

Prelude: @millennium_impulse_prelude

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