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Napoleon Dynamite Costume For Halloween

Napoleon dynamite is an American independent film that has garnered a following, and rose beyond more than its creators ever thought it would be. It was co-written by Jared Hess and Jerusha Hess, and is starring Jon Heder. This was Heder’s breakout role in Hollywood, and later on went to star in the hit movies The Bench Warmers and Blades of Glory. The movie’s debut was in the Sundance Festival in January of 2004, which is an American independent film festival being held in Utah annually, and is the largest independent film festival in the entire United States of America. Napoleon Dynamite was given limited release later on in the year in June, but because of the clamor about the movie, it was given a wide release later on in the same year, going on to gross more than $44.5 million.

Napoleon Dynamite has a simple story, yet this simplicity is what caught people’s attention. Some of the words that were used to describe the movie are “fresh,” and Michael Atkinson of The Village Voice praised the film as “an epic, magisterially observed pastiche on all-American geek-hood, flooring the competition with a petulant shove.” Although it has garnered a lot of praise, it has also received almost as much criticism, with people saying that the “brand of stupid” that Napoleon Dynamite has just isn’t funny anymore.

Be that as it may, Napoleon Dynamite has become somewhat iconic to the current generation of young people. Various items and references to the movie are seen via “Pedro for President” t-shirts and Napoleon Dynamite glasses that have become quite popular. The Napoleon Dynamite costume is also one that is very popular during Halloween season, partly because it’s funny, but mostly because it is so easy to do. Here are a few suggestions on how you can create your own Napoleon Dynamite costume, and even the other characters as well.

1.       Napoleon Dynamite – One of the most prominent features of Napoleon Dynamite is his hair, which is a small, strawberry blond Afro that is parted on the left. If you cannot find one that matches this look, you can opt to buy one of the more popular black colored Afros and just customize it to look like Napoleon Dynamite’s hair. Trim it down so that it is the right size, and bleach it so that it will become blonde. Next, you also need the iconic glasses. Your Napoleon Dynamite costume is simply not complete without the glasses. Get a pair of old aviator styled sunglasses and take out the lenses. As for the clothes, the most recognizable outfit of Napoleon Dynamite’s is a “Vote for Pedro” t-shirt, which he wore a lot through the movie. This along with khaki skinny pants and brown moon boots, and you’re good to go. If you’re having a hard time looking for boots that are the same style, you can opt to buy an imitation one form e-bay or Amazon, or look for plain brown leather boots of the same style.

2.       Pedro Sanchez – Pedro was a transferee from Mexico in Napoleon’s school, so his outfits really had a Spanish looking style. If you want to wear this character from Napoleon Dynamite, you can choose to put something together yourself, or you can access plenty of websites on the internet that sell “Pedro Kits,” which include a wig, mustache and bolo tie. You only need to wear this over a polo shirt and a coat, so that is why it is probably better to just put together something yourself. This costume is best when worn with someone who is also wearing a Napoleon Dynamite costume, because Pedro is more characteristic as Napoleons friend and sidekick.

3.       Kip Dynamite – Kip is Napoleon’s older brother, and is a somewhat ridiculous human being. To make this character from Napoleon Dynamite, the most popular one is his marital arts costume, which consists of a blue shirt with the arms cut off, gray sweatpants, and blue wrist bands. The other popular Kip Dynamite costume is the ridiculous outfit he had on when he went out dancing with LaFawnda, his girlfriend, which consisted of a black do-rag, tight black pants, and a silky shirt that is open at the chest. Don’t forget the large, silver bling necklace! To top it off, either grow or draw on a pathetic, wispy mustache.

4.       LaFawnduh Lucas – LaFawnda is Kip’s girlfriend whom he met online. When they finally met in person, Kip and LaFawnduh’s style were so contrasting that they immediately became iconic as a duo. If you want to use this character from Napoleon Dynamite, you can wear anything that is simply over the top. The trick to making sure people understand whom you are portraying, especially since LaFawnduh is a character that can be played by both men and women, make sure that you have your very own Kip character trailing around you. One of the funnier examples of a LaFawnduh would be a white man with brown makeup all over him, dressed in drag. People dressed in either the Kip of LaFawnduh costume are also best paired with someone wearing a Napoleon Dynamite costume.

5.       Uncle Rico – Uncle Rico is also a character from Napoleon Dynamite that a lot of people like to make use of, especially because uncle Rico is so ridiculously outdated. He is the stereotypical guy who peaked in high school, and now lives in his car. His outfits consist of bell-bottom jeans, a vest over a white t-shirt, and a sports headband worn around your forehead. Your main prop can be a football, and you should have the personality of someone who has nothing to live for other than to keep trying to relive the golden years. Uncle Rico is also a character from Napoleon Dynamite that goes better when it is pair or worn along with the rest of the characters.

Have some fun this Halloween and dress up in your Napoleon Dynamite costume along with your friends! Recreate scenes from the movie, attend parties in character, or just plain have fun looking like the loveable characters from the hit movie that gave us all new heroes in underdogs.

 

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3M Clear Bra Paint Protection: The Choice is Clear!

In life we are taught to protect our assets. Assets are defined as items of ownership convertible into cash; total resources of a person or business, as cash, notes and accounts receivable, securities, inventories, goodwill, fixtures, machinery, or real estate. So therefore your assets could be countless but also vary by person. However a common asset that people have today is a car. It is very important that we keep our car protected the best we can since most of us would like to keep it for quite a while. Let’s face it, no one gets truly excited about getting body work done to our car. In the first place it is expensive and takes time away from our already hectic lives. Plus it can cause you to lose some resale value if that time comes. The most common incidents occur on your bumper, and for the most part the damage could have been avoided in the first place.

Statistics to show the need to protect your car’s bumper:

Last year, 36% of all minor auto body damage occurs to the front or rear bumper of vehicles. That is more than a third! Also,altogether 12% of Americans had minor damage repaired on their vehicle just last year or simply put one out of every eight Americans had minor damage repaired to their vehicle!

So, if you invest in something to protect your bumper it would keep you out of the percentage of people who needed minor damage repaired.

I know in your head you are already thinking of that thick, bulky, black leather or vinyl bra that you have seen on cars in the past. Well, that is not what you should invest in for your car. Those black bras are a thing of the past and what you should invest in is 3M clear bra paint protection! The 3M clear bra is a thin, clear, transparent film of urethane laminate which protects the cars bumper, grill, head lights, hood, fenders and side mirrors. The best part is that it is nearly impossible to see. Also not only does the 3M clear bra look better, it is better for your car also. The fact is that the older vinyl bras are thicker and could protect your car from larger objects but they also can cause damage. Those old vinyl bras can be very difficult to remove or put in place. Scratches to the cars clear coat can occur during the removal or placement of them. They are also not intended to be left on for long periods of time since moisture gets trapped between the cover and the paint. This can cause a cloudy or hazy look to the paints clear coat. It’s not good if what you’re using to protect your car is causing damage to your car.

The cost of getting the 3M clear bra paint protection is actually not that high. Also if you consider what the costs of body work or repair is after the fact, it will equal out to less in the end!

The choice is clear to choose 3M clear bra paint protection for your car! Start looking for a body shop to install your 3M clear bra today!

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Vertu Ascent Ti Ferrari Nero

Vertu Ascent Ti Ferrari Nero

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Vertu Ascent Ti Ferrari Nero

Model name: Vertu Ascent Ti Ferrari Nero Frequency: Tri band GSM 900/1800/1900 Mhz Dimensions: 115 x 45 x 18.5 mm Weight: 150 grams Talk time: 120 – 180 minutes Standby time: 180 – 240 hours Display: 2.2″ 262’000 colour LCD, 176 x 220 px resolution Color: Black Ringtone: 64 chord polyphonic, MP3; 25 built in ringtones Phonebook: capacity of 300 contacts, supports incoming call with big head sticker, grouping ring and individual rings Messaging: SMS / MMS, Message multi-sending Internet: WAP, GPRS Music: MP3 player Video: Fullscreen MPEG-4 player, 3GP, MP4 Camera: 2.0M pixels Memory: 1 GB internal memory Data transfer: Bluetooth, USB File formats: MP3, MPEG-4 Power switch: Timer ON / Timer OFF Battery: 1050 mAh Li-ion Alarm: 5 groups; can set from Monday to Sunday at random Games: 3 common games Languages: English, Arabic, French, Portuguese, German, Vietnamese, Spanish, Russian, Persian,Thai, Chinese Misc: Handsfree, Voice recorder, Bluetooth, GPRS download, MMS, Memory extendable, E-book, perfect touch feeling, alarm, memo, world time, calculator, unit converter, health management, photo editor etc Comes with: Quality giftbox, two batteries, stereo headset, USB cable, charger and manual. Now we add as a gift also nice leather pouch and car charger.

NB! We are only company, who really change Vertu IMEI codes. Because factorys produce Vertu series with all same IMEI code and when real Vertu company get some Vertu replica model and see this model IMEI code, they send letter to carriers, to close this IMEI code in their mobile networks. So if they close one IMEI, all phones with same IMEI will be automatically closed and dont find networks anymore. So in those cases, our products will be still work, because we change ordinary IMEI code to unique IMEI code.

Vertu have renewed their ties to Ferrari by launching a new collection of Ascent Ti phones directly inspired by Ferrari’s cars. The Ferrari Ascent Ti collection consists of three phones named after their respective colors; a limited edition phone called the Nero and two special edition phones named Rosso and Giallo.

The Nero phone is an all black Ascent Ti made of titanium coated with scratch proof PVD with a red sapphire crystal pillow. The Rosso and Giallo phones are red and yellow receptively and feature PVD coated battery covers and keys, they feature ceramic pillows.

The battery cover of all three phones has been redesigned to resemble the hood of a Ferrari and features a three dimensional Cavallino on the battery cover as well as a smaller one on the front. The phones feature Ferrari inspired themes as well as ring tones featuring Ferrari engine sounds, only 2,009 examples of the Vertu Ferrari Ascent Ti Ferrari Nero will be made.

Like the original Vertu Ascent Ti Ferrari Nero mobile phone – particular attention is paid to the firmware technology in the production of the Vertu Ascent Ti Ferrari Nero clone mobile phone. Each Ascent Ti Ferrari Nero replica is equipped with a large 262k TFT display and a 2.0 Mega-Pixel digital camera; GPRS/WAP capability, which allows you to be in control of you business while you’re away, and can also be used both as an MP3 music and an MP4 video player, for those who are active and strive to get hold of full interactivity and entertainment in one package.

Furthermore, the VERTU Ascent Ti Ferrari Nero replica from VertuBoutique.com is delivered in a high-quality giftbox including 2 batterys, stereo headset, USB cable, charging unit and user manual. The Vertu Ascent Ti Ferrari Nero replica is fully unlocked to work with almost any operator in the world.

Our Ascent Ti copies of VERTU have original-like logos and are labeled VERTU

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Vertu Ascent Nero Dual SIM for Luxury Taste

Now additionally Dual SIM version from this phone to be had. With this towering conclusion quality luxury Vertu phone, You can operate two uncommon amount in same instance.

Vertu declare renewed their ties to Ferrari by launching a contemporary collection of Ascent Ti phones truthfully inspired by Ferrari’s cars. The Ferrari Ascent Ti collection consists of three phones named in imitation of their respective ensign; a inadequate edition phone called the Vertu Ascent Ti Ferrari Nero and two special edition phones named Rosso and Giallo.

The Nero phone is an all black Ascent Ti made of titanium coated with withdraw impermeable PVD with a red cerulean crystal cushion. The Rosso and Giallo phones are red and yellow accessibly and figure PVD coated battery covers and keys, they figure ironstone china pillows.

The battery cover of all three phones has been redesigned to resemble the lid of a Ferrari and skin texture a three dimensional Cavallino on the battery cover as well as a less significant single on the front. The phones figure Ferrari inspired themes as well as ring tones featuring Ferrari engine sounds, just 2,009 examples of the Vertu Ascent Ti Ferrari Nero will be made.

Like the creative Vertu Ascent Ti Ferrari Nero mobile phone – regard attention is paid to the firmware skill in the production of the Vertu Ascent Ti Ferrari Nero mobile phone. Each Ascent Ti Ferrari Nero is equipped with a hefty 262k TFT put on view and a 2.0 Mega-Pixel digital camera; GPRS/WAP capability, which allows you to be in control of you corporation while you’re away, and can additionally be used both as an MP3 melody and an MP4 capture on tape player, representing folks who are working and strive to become retain of broad interactivity and entertainment in single package.

Furthermore, the VERTU Ascent Ti Ferrari Nero fom Luxcellphone.com is delivered in a high-quality giftbox plus 2 batterys, stereo headset, USB cable, charging component and user handbook.

Nokia’s luxurious Vertu series of mobile phones has added another three units to its range of Ascent high-end mobile phones, all themed around a Ferrari supercar. Previously, Nokia released a Vertu range designed to celebrate the classic race tracks of the world by featuring a small map of an individual track on the phone’s outer casing.

This time the phone’s inspiration comes from modern Ferrari’s, and only the Vertu Ascent ‘Ti’ model will be given the custom treatment. The Ferrari Ascent Ti range will be available in three colours, Nero (Black), Vertu Ascent Ti Ferrari Rosso (Red) and Giallo (Yellow), the three colors that usually adorn Ferrari models.

As with all Vertu’s a number of high-quality materials are used, including titanium for the exterior of the phone and sapphire for the mobile screen. According to Vertu, the battery cover at the rear has been altered from the standard Ascent Ti to more closely resemble the hood of a Ferrari model. In a side by side comparison of the two, a small bonnet bulge can be seen on the Ferrari themed phone, which is also accompanied by a 3D prancing horse emblem.

Additionally, the leather upper of the phone no longer bears the Vertu logo, but rather the letters spelling Ferrari in the company’s unique typeface. Other Ferrari themed features include Ferrari engine sounds for the ringtones, and Ferrari themed wallpapers.

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Ski Wear Need to Deal with Extreme Situations

As we notice there is a growing demand of fashion accessories the production houses have to work on their fashion lines regularly. As the fashion trends changing all the time, which outfit is up-to-date, which pair of ski pants can match the ski jacket, and how to choose the right accessories, there are lots of problems the customers need to think about right now.

 

For all those girls and guys, who are looking forward, to get themselves into sporty yet sophisticated look, I think there is a brand which has got some really amazing outfits and accessories. Moncler jacket has a huge collection of modish and chic designs and styles. You will see a number of products inside the retail stores, which are always considered to be extremely fashionable.

 

So, as they brim with a confident image, it will be easier for others to have a good impression of them. This Moncler women ski jacket is very useful, especially in cases where they are required to socialize with other people. Jackets can add some beauty to a certain dress or ensemble.

 

Different from the regular kind of jackets which only get one or two colors such as black or brown, this brand has quite a lot of colors to choose. When you desire a successful day of skiing, there needs to be some planning before you get on the chair lift. You need to stop and think about all of the things that you will need in order to have a great day.

 

Other good features of Moncler jacket include a draw cord at the waist which means you can tighten or loosen as required for a snug fit to keep out the snow and cold, clips on the sleeves which can be connected to gloves and mittens which helps to avoid losing these and a removable hood which can provide head protection and can be used when you need it.

 

The famous Moncler coats are outstanding for all foul weather conditions. It is durable and no matter how much carelessly your son uses this jacket, the fine quality of this jacket will be very difficult to fade away. These Moncler coats come in leather and often fur lined. These types of jackets are very common in young people and look quite presentable.

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Celebrity Nightlife Fashion Week

This article blog you have to suggest that fashion savvy people how learn celebrity fashion week party club. Outdoor wear partying is not restricted to a club or indoors move out and indulge yourself in the winter fun by flaunting your trendy and funky jackets this party season. Let,s check out the latest trend and go for experimentation! Read on to know more about achieving the killing looks when it comes to partying! Club wear when it comes to club wear paisley printed shirts highlighting the bold kaleidoscope of colours will make you look stand out at any jazzy club ambience. And those who want to sport a polished look layer your shirt with a classy leather blazer. Hackett Armani Collezioni Hugo Boss will always be able to impress you with their great stuff in leather to add to your wardrobe. And to give you that perfect look do not forget to have a pair of great looking shoes matching your ensembles.

Do not forget to wear quality winter boots a matching winter hat scarf and gloves. A full length trench coat is a must-have this winter. The ruffled shirts from Calvin Klein teamed with best textured cable sweaters will surely make heads turn. The top notch national and international designers have always recommended in having rich-looking tweed or twill jacket as it has a classic and sophisticated value attached to it.

To enjoy the cold chill and shivers of winter, make a style statement by re-introducing the 80’s fashion with a great collection of scarves, gloves and jackets with fur hoods from French Connections. Go for the Eskimo look as it distinguish you from others and will tag you as fashionable. All night and out of town go for t-shirts with splash of colours like dark blue, white, red, purple, or black with a pair of jeans from Tommy Hilfiger, Calvin Klein and French Connection to get the casual look. To complete your casual look, what better than a pair of flamboyant sneakers, pick up the latest range of Nike Sportswear in eye catching colours and wear a fisherman hat or a glitzy cowboy hat with tinted aviator glasses.

If your party requires a tuxedo, the best bet will be the classic black and white combination. Make sure your suit fits and looks perfect. The 70s inspired a sharply cut three-piece suit from Versace and Armani Collezioni will definitely bring the spot light on you. Opt for minimum colours and accessorize it with a nice tie. Plaid ties in shades of purple and cherry look great. So get ready and remember to always look and feel like a million bucks. It’s the season to party and celebrate.

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Honda Integra

First generation (19861989)

First generation

Production

19851989

Body style(s)

3-door hatchback

5-door hatchback

4-door sedan

Engine(s)

1.5 L EW

1.6 L ZC

Transmission(s)

5-speed manual

4-speed automatic

Wheelbase

3-door: 2,450 mm (96.5 in)

5-door: 2,520 mm (99.2 in)

Length

3-door: 4,285 mm (168.7 in)

5-door4,355 mm (171.5 in)

Width

1,665 mm (65.6 in)

Height

1,290 mm (50.8 in)

Fuel capacity

13.2 US gallons (50.0 L; 11.0 imp gal)

Related

Honda Civic

Honda CR-X

AV, DA1-DA3

This vehicle debuted in America in 1985 as the Honda Quint Integra before going on sale a year later in North America as part of the then-new Acura lineup. Three and five-door hatchback and four-door saloon bodies were available, with a 1.6 L DOHC 16-valve four-cylinder engine powering both. The engine was the vehicle’s most publicized feature, as DOHC, multi-valve engines were anything but commonplace in entry-level models at the time. The 5-door hatchback model was also sold in Australia but was rebadged as the Rover 416i.

The Integra was based on the less-sporty Civic, although it featured a small list of key upgrades over its lesser stablemate to help merit a price increase over the CRX Si, which was otherwise the sportiest compact vehicle being offered by Honda/Acura; enlarged 4-wheel disc brakes replaced the small front-disc/rear-drum setup used by the Civic and CRX, suspension calibration was re-worked, better tires were used and a 113 hp DOHC fuel injected 16-valve engine was used in place of the SOHC unit from the CRX Si. Combined with sleeker styling and a nicer interior, buyers were effectively convinced that the Integra was worth the extra money, and nearly 228,000 units were sold during the four year run of the first generation model.

The first generation Integras actually came with two different engines. Although they shared the same engine code (D16A1), there were a few differences. The engine differed in the years 1986 to 1987 and 1988 to 1989. The two engines are commonly called the “Browntop” and “Blacktop” due to the color of their valve covers. The “browntop” came in 1986 and 1987 Integras while the “blacktop” came in 1988 and 1989 models. The improvements in the “blacktop” engine included lighter rods, domed pistons for slightly higher compression, and an electric advance distributor (the “browntop” came with a vacuum advance distributor). The overall gain in performance was about 5 hp (3.7 kW) for 118 hp (88.0 kW).

Honda Integra 5-door hatchback

The original Integra was not without its shortcomings though; despite producing 113 hp (84.3 kW) and featuring a reachable 7,100 rpm redline, the new DOHC engine lacked low-end torque for daily city driving.

Second generation (19891993)

Second generation

Production

19891993

Body style(s)

3-door hatchback

4-door sedan

Engine(s)

1.6 L ZC

1.6 L B16A

1.7 L B17A1

1.8 L B18A1

Transmission(s)

5-speed manual

4-speed automatic

Wheelbase

Hatchback: 2,550 mm (100.4 in)

Sedan: 2,600 mm (102.4 in)

Length

Hatchback: 4,390 mm (172.8 in)

Sedan: 4,485 mm (176.6 in)

Width

1990: 1,712 mm (67.4 in)

199193: 1,715 mm (67.5 in)

Height

1990 Hatchback: 1,325 mm (52.2 in)

1990 Sedan: 1,340 mm (52.8 in)

1991-93 Hatchback: 1,270 mm (50.0 in)

1991-93 Sedan: 1,285 mm (50.6 in)

Fuel capacity

13.2 US gallons (50.0 L; 11.0 imp gal)

Related

Honda Civic

Honda CR-X

Honda CRX Del Sol

Rover 400

DA5-DA9, DB1-DB2

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Honda debuted the second generation Integra in 1989 as a 1990 model, now powered by a new 1.8 L engine (B18A1) making 130 hp (140 hp 1992-1993), giving the model a necessary boost in performance. The three-door hatchback (DA9 chassis code) continued to be available, but the 5-door hatchback was discontinued due to poor market reception and was replaced by a more conventional 4-door sedan body style (DB1 chassis code).

Trim levels for 1990 and 1991 included the RS (base model), LS, LS Special, and a new GS trim level that featured anti-lock brakes, a first for the Integra. The 1991 GS had the option of leather interior.

For 1992, Acura added the GS-R trim level (DB2 chassis code), powered by a variant of the very successful B16A engine, called the B17A1, which was only available in USDM (United States Domestic Market) models. The difference between the B16A and B17A1 is the deck height and compression ratio and its displacement, the B17A1 is a 1678 cc engine. It featured a VTEC system, as found in the then-new NSX, bumping output to 160 hp (119.3 kW) and a 8000 rpm redline. The transmission shared the YS1 code from the base models, but was only slightly taller in gear ratio to the Japanese market S1/J1 transmissions featured on the XSi’s B16. Other features exclusive to the GS-R include the charcoal grey cloth interior (leather as a rare option), body-colored trim and front lip, and the third brake light mounted in the spoiler. Sunroof, power everything, and 14-inch 6-spoke aluminum wheels came standard as well.

The 9293 Acura Integra GS-R is the rarest Integra to date because of its B17A engine, low production numbers, and unavailability in the used car market. This model Integra holds its retail value extremely well because of its rarity, reliability, and performance.[citation needed] It is estimated that approximately 1,200 were manufactured in 1992, and around 1,000 in 1993, for a total of around 2,200 ever produced.[contradiction] The 9293 USDM GS-R was available in only three colors: Milano Red, Frost White, and Aztec Green Pearl . Canadian market GS-R’s came in Milano Red, Black Flint Metallic, and Aztec Green Pearl.

Other small updates came on to all trim levels in 1992, namely new front and rear bumpers, a new steering wheel, new taillights, new ECU, new camshafts, and chromed interior door handles.

The second generation was the last Integra to be sold without airbags in the United States. Motorized passive seat belts were used instead. Canada and the rest of the world received standard seat belts.

This generation also saw Acura make a bit of a marketing shift. Prior to the 1991 model year, Acura had made a minor point of the supposed understated elegance of minimal exterior badging. Therefore, from the 1986 to 1990 model years, the only external clues to any Integra’s identity came at the rear, where badges for “Acura” “Integra”, and the trim level appeared. For the 1991 model year however, Acura’s “A” caliper logo appeared for the very first time on the front of the hood, as well as between the taillights. Every Integra made since then has had the “A” badges. 262,285 units were sold from 1990 to 1993.

Third generation (19942001)

Third generation

Production

19932001

Body style(s)

3-door hatchback

4-door sedan

Engine(s)

1.6L ZC

1.8L B18B, B18B1

1.8L B18C, B18C1, B18C5

Transmission(s)

5-speed close ratio manual

4-speed automatic (with 2000 rpm torque converter)

Wheelbase

Hatchback: 2,570 mm (101.2 in)

Sedan: 2,620 mm (103.1 in)

Length

Hatchback: 4,380 mm (172.4 in)

1994-2001 Sedan: 4,525 mm (178.1 in)

2000-01 GS-R Hatchback: 4,425 mm (174.2 in)

Width

1,710 mm (67.3 in)

1998-99 Type-R Hatchback: 1,695 mm (66.7 in)

Height

1994-95 Hatchback: 1,290 mm (50.8 in)

1994-96 Sedan: 1,325 mm (52.2 in)

1996-99 Hatchback: 1,335 mm (52.6 in)

1996-2001 Sedan: 1,370 mm (53.9 in)

1998-99 Type-R: 1,320 mm (52.0 in)

Curb weight

2,643 lb (1,199 kg)

Fuel capacity

13.2 US gallons (50.0 L; 11.0 imp gal)

Related

Honda Civic

Honda CR-V

Honda CRX Del Sol

DB6-DB9, DC1-DC2, DC4 (19941997)

Honda debuted the third generation model in 1993 in Japan. Acura followed in 1994. It had an unusual four headlight front end design which was dubbed “bug eyes” by some enthusiasts. Standard power from the B18B engine increased to 142 hp (105.9 kW), and the GS-R received the B18C1 VTEC engine, equipped with a dual-stage intake manifold, ported exhaust manifold and a displacement increase (from the second generation integra) from 1.7 liters to 1.8 liters, bringing power up to 170 hp (126.8 kW).

1996 Acura Integra

In 1998[citation needed], Honda redesigned the Integra after the new Integra Type-R was released. In Japan the redesign had two more conventional looking headlights as the bug eye look had proven unpopular, outside Japan it had a slightly revised version of the four headlight front.

A Type R model was added for the 1995[citation needed] model year in Japan and in 1997 in other markets, powered by a highly tuned, hand-finished variant of the GS-R’s engine. That same year the Integra GSR was sold in Japan as the SiR-G. The JDM B18C Spec-R (B18C5 for USDM) equipped Type-R produced 197 hp (146.9 kW). Although it had an impressive rev limit, the Type R was still hampered by some criticism; its maximum torque output of only 133.8 lbft at 7500 rpm meant that the engine would have to be revved high to achieve the best performance.

Type R Trim Level (19972001 excluding 1999)

The Type R was the pinnacle of the Integra line. It had many exclusive features found on no other Integra. This trim of the Integra only came with a 5 speed manual transmission. The interior had red stitching on the arm rest and shift knob for 1998, and after year 2000, faux carbon fiber for cup holders, climate control, cluster bezel, and the shifter plate. The Canadian market received a limited number of vehicles in the final year of production (2001) with the ultra rare red interior which composed of red front and rear seats.

The Type R’s B18C5 engine was not merely a tuned version of the GS-R’s B18C1. The Type-R’s head is a re-worked PR-3 head, with better valves, camshafts, retainers, stiffer valve springs and a red cover. During production, the B16 heads would get a green marker line to signify a ‘perfect cast’, and these would be the heads put away and later used for Type R engines which would receive a hand port and polish. Molybdenum-coated, high compression pistons and stronger-but-lighter connecting rods strengthened the reciprocating assembly. Extra counter-weights were installed on the crankshaft which altered its vibration modes to enhance durability at high rpm. The intake valves were reshaped with a thinner stem and crown that reduced weight and improved flow. The intake ports were given a minor port and polish. Stiffer valve springs resisted float on more aggressive camshafts. Intake air was now drawn from inside the fender well, for a colder, denser charge. That intake fed a short-runner intake manifold with a larger throttle body for better breathing. An improved stainless steel exhaust collector with more gentle merge angles, a change to a larger, consistent piping diameter, flared internal piping in the muffler allowed easier exit of gases. A re-tuned engine computer also contributed to improved power output, which allowed the Type-R to accelerate from 0 to 60 mph (100 km/h) in 6.2 seconds (as opposed to the GS-R’s 7.0).

The transmission gearing used was very similar to that of the civic Si from 19992000, which featured closer gear ratios in second through fifth gears, in order to take advantage of the additional rev range. However, the Type R transmissions featured stronger synchros in all 5 gears. The North American version retained the same 4.4 final drive throughout the Type-R’s production run, unlike the Japanese version, which in 1998 changed to a 4.785 final drive along with revised gearing (However the 4th and 5th gear in the 4.785 transmission was from the GSR transmission, which made the ratios for 4th and 5th on the 4.75 nearly identical to the 4th and 5th gear in the 4.4 tranny, resulting in easier cruising at higher speeds). Unlike the other model Integras with a open differential, The Type R came with a torque-sensing limited slip type.

The chassis received enhancements in the form of reinforcements to the rear wheel wells, roof rail, and other key areas. “Performance rods”, chassis braces that were bolted in place, were added to the rear trunk wall and sub-frame. The front strut tower bar was replaced with a stronger aluminum piece. Honda marketed a rear strut tower bar as a dealer accessory as well, but it required cutting of the damper mount access panels. Camber rigidity was improved at the rear by increasing wheel bearing span by 10 mm. This rigidity was further improved in 1998 when the smaller upper suspension link was changed from a stamped steel part to a fabricated part with a more rigid bushing. The Type-R’s body also received a new functional rear spoiler, body-colored rocker panels and front lip, and 5-bolt hubs with special lightweight Type-R wheels. Under those wheels was a much larger set of disc brakes, front and back. The tires were upgraded to Bridgestone RE010 summer tires.

The Type-R received very aggressive tuning in its suspension settings. All soft rubber bushings were replaced with much stiffer versions, as much as 5.3 times higher in durometer readings. The springs and dampers were much stiffer, with a 10 mm (0.4 in) reduction in ride height. The rear anti-roll bar diameter was initially increased to 22 mm (0.9 in) in diameter, and further enlarged to 23 mm in diameter in 1998. The front anti-roll bar retained the same size, although the end links were changed to a more responsive sealed ball joint as opposed to a rubber bushing on the lesser models. The result was a chassis with very responsive, racetrack-ready handling that ably absorbed mid-corner bumps. Mild oversteer was easy to induce with a lift of the throttle, and during steady-state cornering the car maintained a slight tail-out stance.

The interior was stripped down to reduce weight. The air conditioning system was optional in early models and nearly all the sound-dampening material was eliminated. This provided for a much noisier ride, but since the Type-R was marketed as a race car for the street, most owners didn’t mind. The seats were also unique to the Type-R. For the U.S. market, the upholstery was done in Alcantara and mesh, with the bottom cushion made softer than the standard Integras to preserve comfort. The Japanese market cars used Recaro SRII seats slightly smaller variant of the Recaro SRD. This seat is actually heavier than the standard Integra seats.

Integra SJ (EK3)

The IntegraSJ (standing for “Sedan Joyful”) was a rebadged Civic Ferio, with modified headlamps and grille similar to the Orthia’s and slightly larger rear lights. It was made from 1996 to 2001, and used the 1493 cc D15B engine. Honda’s press material of the time indicated that the SJ was intended to provide a “formal sedan” for the Integra range; another reason may have been to sell Ferios using a more upmarket model name, as was the case with the Nissan Laurel Spirit. In Thailand, the Integra SJ was sold as the Isuzu Vertex, last passenger car ever for that market. (This followed Isuzu’s practice of selling Honda models as Isuzus which started with the Gemini; while Honda also selling Isuzu’s sport utility vehicles in Japan and North America, and pickup truck in Thailand.)

A total of 301,103 Integras were sold from 1994 to 2001.[citation needed]

Fourth generation (20012006)

Fourth generation (DC5)

Also called

Acura RSX

Production

20022006

Body style(s)

3-door hatchback

Engine(s)

2.0L K20A, K20A2 (02-04), K20A3, K20Z1 (05-06)

Transmission(s)

6-speed manual

5-speed manual

5-speed automatic

Wheelbase

2-door: 2,350 mm (92.5 in)

Length

2-door: 172.2 in (4374 mm)

Width

67.9 in (1725 mm)

Height

2002-04: 55.1 in (1400 mm)

2005-06: 54.9 in (1394 mm)

Fuel capacity

13.2 US gal (50 L; 11 imp gal)

DC5 Integra

Main article: Honda Integra DC5

The fourth generation Integra, produced from 2002 on, was renamed the Acura RSX for the United States, Canada and Hong Kong in accordance with Acura’s new alphabetical naming scheme. It also had an entirely new engine, the K-series. The Integra came in two models in the United States, the RSX base model, and the RSX-S boasting the K20A2 engine from 2002 to 2004, while the 2005 and 2006 RSX-S came with a K20Z1. The RSX was still sold as a Honda Integra in Japan and Australia, markets where Acura did not exist.

In March 2006, Honda announced that the Integra would be discontinued in June after its final 300 cars were sold, due to the shrinkage of the coupe market. The reaction of the consumers towards the discontinuation, however, forced Honda to extend production until July 2006 and produce 150 more Integras. The Acura RSX was discontinued as well, as the RSX did not fit within the confines of Acura’s re-structured market strategy, and that the introduction of the similarly powerful and less expensive 2006 model-year Honda Civic Si was there to fill in the gap left by the RSX. The Civic-based Acura CSX was also produced in Canada.

Awards

The Integra was on Car and Driver magazine’s annual Ten Best list six times, in 1987, 1988, and 1994 through 1997. The GS-R model was called out specifically in 1994 and 1995. It made a return on the Ten Best list as the Acura RSX, for 2002 and 2003. The Integra Type-R (DC2) was named as the ‘best front-wheel-drive drivers’ car ever’ by Evo Magazine in 2006.

References

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