Acura Integra - Power Pages

When we first began on the air filter we decided to really put it to the test by running the unit in both short stack and Icebox configurations to see the power difference. Since Dynamic Autosports uses a very large fan, we decided to do the test in a real-world environment with the hood closed. This would really put the Icebox option to the test. In short stack trim the filter produced 1.9 hp over peak, with most of the power produced in the 5000 to 6000 rpm range. Next up was the Icebox, and installing it was very easy since in came as a two-piece unit. The closed filter box generated a peak of 5.9 hp in the top end and was able to address the high rpm range as soon as VTEC kicked in.

The Skunk2 exhaust produced the most power out of the three. Since we don't have plans to race the Integra with the baffle installed, we decided to make a pass for kicks. The system with the baffle made an additional one horse, but without the baffle the GSR put down 8.7 hp in the peak. Torque was also brought up to 123.7 lb-ft.

The DC Sports header was an easy install for easy power. The header produced plenty of top end power from 6500 rpm up to redline. Where the engine would normally start to fall off at the top the header was able to sustain a level of two horses above the previous run before falling off.

ConclusionWith the first stage complete, we are moving into an arsenal of new components never tested in Power Pages. A set of new Skunk2 Stage 3 cams and sprockets will be put to the test, as well as a SFC fuel computer. The first test of the original Skunk2 cams it was on a Civic Si equipped with a B16 engine. We now move on to a bigger displacement, so until next month happy tuning!

The FactsEngine Tested: B18C1Application: IntegraCommon Swaps: Civic with B SeriesReplacements: B Series & H series