I just baught a 98+ JDM B18C-R engine for my '99 Civic Si and I am looking to produce (my goal) 200whp with this motor. Previously I was boosted with a Turbo Kit (10psi) on a built b20vtec motor which I've finally decided to sell and go with a N/A motor due to all the previous hassels just to keep the motor running....also it wasn't very daily driven friendly.

I've been researching a little bit about the J-Spec ITR's and what good parts are needed though everyone has a differnet opinion. The motor I have now came with the OEM 4-1 collector header and I've been reading that this is a part that I can keep without upgrading if I wish. Would a DC 4-1 header be better? I'll be transfering from the old motor my cam gears (prolly set them at +2 Intake, 0 Exhaust), AEM fuel stuff, and clutch and flywheel to the ITR motor. As far as intakes, I've read I have a option between the AEM and the Comptech Icebox....what about the new AEM V2 intake? Exhaust wise they've mentioned either SMSP or a Buddy Club Spec 3... The SMSP is a little on the pricey side ($975) for me for a exhaust I know nothing about as far as looks, sound, etc... Before I got into boost I had a 2.5" GReddy Evo exhaust which I really liked the sound, looks, etc..

Idealy, I'm looking for a 200whp that is easily daily driven without to much maintance... I'll be upgrading to 310cc injectors soon, however I was wondering what you ITR folks thought? What intake and exhaust do you guys have? Would pretty much any 2.5" exhaust work? Do any of you have ITR motors in a 96-00 civic coupe? what exhaust would I have to order to make it fit? I'm assuming for a Civic Coupe, or would I have to buy one for a integra coupe?

Is 200whp daily driven a hard task for the JDM ITR without emptying your wallet? People have mentioned Ferrea Nitrite Coated Valves, Bronze Valve Guides, and Ti-Retainers, and others say leave the head alone. I'd like to use the factory cams that came with the motor if that helps... The reason I chose the jdm spec in the first place was I always see and hear people upgrading to JDM pistons, rods, etc... so I figured that buying the j-spec R motor would save me the hassel of buying lots of extra parts because all these upgradable parts would come factory in this motor...

Sorry for all the questions, just trying to get everything done before I put the motor in the car cause its a lot easier to work on the motor not leaning over half the car. Thanks for reading!