Calvin Chan: 2017 Honda Civic Type R

Calvin Chan has been a Honda enthusiast as long as he can remember, so when he went searching for a car to enjoy on the track, the 2017 Honda Civic Type R was a solid candidate. Testing and tuning at the track has led Chan to a series of modifications, both aftermarket and custom, inside and outside of the car.

Owner: Calvin Chan
Location: Richmond, BC
Vehicle: 2017 Honda Civic Type R
Horsepower: 365 whp
Club: N/A

SOCIAL
Facebook: Calvin Chan
Instagram: @s5gt86

Photography by Steve Han Photography.

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ENGINE & PERFORMANCE

  • Greddy Oil Cooler
  • Koyo Aluminium Radiator
  • PRL Front Mount Intercooler
  • RPI Turbo Blanket
  • HKS Intercooler Pipes
  • Radium Dual Catch Cans

EXHAUST

  • Greddy SP 3 Tip Catback
  • Ultimate Racing 3-inch Downpipe
  • Ultimate Racing 3-inch Front Pipe

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PERFORMANCE ELECTRONICS

  • Hondata Flash Pro
  • Aim Sports MXS Data Logger

DRIVETRAIN

  • OS Giken Super Lock Limited Slip Differential
  • Hassport Rear Engine Mount
  • Seeker Clutch Line
  • Seeker Short Shifter
  • Seeker SS Collars

 

WHEELS & TIRES

  • Advan GT wheels - 18x9.5 +35 (f/r) or Volk Racing TE37 wheels - 18x9.5 +38 (f/r)
  • Yokohama A052 tires - 245/35/18 (f/r)
  • EVS Tuning titanium wheel nuts

BRAKES

  • Project Mu Club Racer
  • Girodisk Front 2 Piece Rotor
  • Goodridge Phantom Series Braided Brake Lines
  • Endless RF-650

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CHASSIS & SUSPENSION

  • JRZ RS PRO 3 Coilovers
  • Hard Race Rear Camber Kit
  • Hard Race Rear Toe Arm
  • Whiteline Front Sway Bar
  • Whiteline Rear Sway Bar
  • J's Racing Front Tower Bar
  • J's Racing Monocoque Bar
  • HKS Suspension Error Canceler

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EXTERIOR

  • EVS Tuning Carbon Front Lip
  • EVS Tuning Carbon Splitter
  • EVS Tuning Carbon Side Steps
  • EVS Tuning Front Tow Hook
  • J's Racing Type 2 GT-Wing (Prototype)
  • Custom Cut Front Grill
  • EDM Clear Side Markers
  • Seeker Wide Blue Mirrors

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INTERIOR

  • EVS Tuning 4 Point Roll Bar
  • EVS Tuning Rear Carbon Seat Delete
  • Mugen Type 3 Steering Wheel
  • Aim Sports MXS Dash Logger
  • Scroth Racing Enduro Harness
  • Spoon Sports Carbon Kevlar Bucket Seat
  • Recaro TSG Bucket Seat
  • Seeker Shift Knob
  • Works Bell Short Hub
  • Works Bell Quick Release
  • Seeker Shift Boot Collar
  • J's Racing Adjustable Seat Rails

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FAVORITE MODIFICATION

"JRZ RS PRO 3 Coilovers. Brought these coilovers to the track at least 10 times since I had them and they performed without any issue. The adjustability is perfect for every track."

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FUTURE MODIFICATIONS

  • Endless BBK

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SPONSORS

  • Yume Sports
  • Evasive Motorsports
  • Hardrace Canada
  • J's Racing Canada
  • Garage Five
  • Seeker

SHOPS/MECHANICS

  • Yume Sports
  • Garage Five

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