Thurrock, United Kingdom, 18th May 2010

Honda’s superb Civic Type R FN2 has won plenty of fans for its sharp dynamics and high revving 197 bhp, 2.0-litre K20AZ3 I-VTEC engine, but as with any enthusiast’s hot hatch, there’s always a demand from owners for additional performance.

Which is why leading Japanese tuning house Torque Developments Plc is delighted to announce three levels of supercharger upgrades for the 2006 onwards Honda Civic Type R, designed to considerable elevate the FN2’s on road performance.

Torque Development’s new FN2 Civic Type R supercharger conversions are based on a well proven package produced in the USA by CT Engineering, which has required detailed revisions for right hand drive installation, plus the reworking of several major components to ensure optimum fit and performance.

 Torque Developments Stage One Civic Type R FN2 supercharger conversion

• Adds 75 bhp – totalling 273 bhp @ 8400 rpm
• Boosts peak torque to 190 lb.ft
• 90% of maximum torque available from just 3500 rpm

The TD Stage One FN2 supercharger conversion has been specified to function with the stock Honda air intake and exhaust system. Designed from the outset with quality, reliability and durability in mind, once Torque Development’s technicians have modified the Stage One kit, the installation of the FN2 supercharger package is a straightforward ‘bolt-on’ procedure, requiring no internal modifications to the Honda I-VTEC K20AZ3 engine.

Key features of the Torque Development’s CT Engineering Stage One supercharger kit include:- 

• ‘Roots style’ screw compressor supercharger designed to deliver boost from tickover to redline
• Integrated, purpose designed, sand cast supercharger inlet manifold
• Runs at a very safe low level of boost 4-5 psi
• Includes a Hondata ECU reflash to optimise ignition and fuelling settings
• High quality carbon fibre fuel rail cover included
• Linear supercharger boost increase with engine speed to ensure flexibility

Dyno testing has proven that the TD Stage One Honda Civic Type R FN2 supercharger kit adds a healthy 75 bhp and greatly increasing the mid-range torque that’s often cited as the weak point of the I-VTEC engine.

On the road this transforms the performance of the Civic Type R FN2 because peak torque leaps from 142 lb.ft as standard to 190 lb.ft. Crucially, for a fast road conversion, 90% of maximum torque is available from just 3500rpm, highlighting the flexibility and user-friendliness of the Torque Development’s upgrade. 

Faster and easier to drive, the TD Stage One supercharged Honda Civic Type R FN2 delivers a formidable, flexible, user-friendly punch, accompanied by a spine tingling, supercharger soundtrack.

Available for installation on a drive in-drive out basis at TD’s impressive and well equipped Lakeside / Thurrock premises, the Stage One Honda Civic Type R FN2 supercharger conversion is available now, priced at £4911.50 fitted including VAT @ 17.5%.

Interested parties should note that the TD Stage One supercharger conversion is covered with the peace of mind of an industry leading 12 month / 30,000 mile warranty.

Torque Development’s Stage Two Civic Type R FN2 supercharger conversion

• Adds 95 bhp, boosts peak torque to 205-210 lb.ft
• 90% of peak torque available from just 3500 rpm

But for owner’s wanting additional off the shelf supercharged Honda Civic Type R machines, TD offers a Stage Two upgrade. This builds upon the Stage One package, with the addition of a smaller supercharger pulley to increase boost pressure by a further 3 psi, larger fuel injectors and extra Hondata ECU remapping, which raises the rev limit to 8500 rpm. In addition, a choice of MUGEN, TODA Racing or HKS induction kit is advised to ensure optimised intake performance.

Performance testing has proven that this conversion produces an extra 95 bhp compared to the standard Civic Type R, with torque rising to over 200 lb.ft, which translates into an electrifying drive. Priced from £5955.75 fitted including VAT @ 17.5%, the Stage Two upgrade can also be retro fitted to Stage One converted cars if required, priced from £763.75 including VAT.

Torque Development’s Stage Three Civic Type R FN2 supercharger conversion

• Adds 105 bhp, boosts peak torque to 210-215 lb.ft
• 90% of peak torque available from just 3500 rpm

The stage three Torque Developments Civic Type R supercharger upgrade builds upon the components used in the Stage Two package, with the addition of an even smaller supercharger pulley to increase boost pressure by 4 psi compared to the Stage One kit, with further Hondata ECU remapping to suit.

The Torque Developments Stage Three Civic Type R FN2 supercharger kit has been validated to produce an extra 105 bhp and represents the ultimate in supercharged Type R conversions.

Priced from £5955.75 fitted including VAT @ 17.5%, the TD Stage Three upgrade can also be retro fitted to Stage Two converted cars if required, priced from £763.75 including VAT.

Torque Development’s Optional Extras for Honda Civic Type R FN2:-

Given the significant performance enhancement delivered by the conversion, TD’s goal has been to retain the cohesive nature of the driving experience. To that end, it recommends a number of cost optional upgrades designed to compliment a supercharged Honda Civic Type R FN2. These include:-

• Wavetrac limited slip differential
• Fast Road suspension geometry set up
• Performance lowering springs
• Adjustable ‘coilover’ suspension
• TODA Racing or MUGEN exhaust manifold
• TODA Racing or MUGEN sports exhaust system
• MUGEN high performance air box

Interested parties should contact Torque Developments for fitted prices.

Derived from the unit used on the 237 bhp MUGEN Civic, the Hi-Performance Cleaner and Airbox is Designed to sharpen response and increase the power and torque output of the FN2’s 197 bhp K20AZ3 I-VTEC engine. As such it incorporates the following technical advantages:  

• Revised high flow shape compared to OEM Honda unit
• Enclosed design that reduces air charge temperatures
• Dyno optimised hard intake pipe to maximise inlet airflow
• High efficiency, flow friendly MUGEN air filter element included
• Direct swap for original Civic Type R FN2 airbox

No comparison performance data is currently available for the MUGEN Hi-Performance Cleaner and Airbox, but dyno data has proven the unit is unrestrictive to over 230bhp.

Carrying part number 17200-XLR-K0S0, the MUGEN FN2 Hi-Performance Cleaner and Airbox is available now from Torque Developments Plc, supplied with hard intake pipe, brackets and fixings, priced at £957.91 including VAT @ 17.5%.

Japanese Honda tuning house MUGEN is pleased to unveil a new sports suspension kit for the Honda Civic Type R FN2, as used on the Civic Type R MUGEN.Featuring specially developed fixed rate dampers and lowering springs, MUGEN’s engineers focussed attention on improving the overall handling performance of the European model Civic Type R, particularly low and medium speed turn in ability.

To achieve this, MUGEN’s engineers have produced high quality lowering springs, which reduce the ride height by 10mm at the front of the car and 5mm at the rear. In conjunction with the specially valved dampers, the MUGEN sports suspension kit subtly, yet effectively enhances the dynamic qualities of the FN2 Honda Civic Type R, without sacrificing ride quality.

Carrying part number 50000-XLR-K0S0, the MUGEN Honda Civic Type R FN2 Sports Suspension kit is available now from principal MUGEN stockist Torque Developments International Plc, costing £1632.80 including VAT @ 17.5%.

Japanese Honda tuning house MUGEN is delighted to release its latest performance enhancement in the form of a quick shifter gear mechanism for the six speed Civic Type R FN2.

The new MUGEN FN2 quick shifter features a 10mm shorter gear lever, which, allied to a more rigid rubber mounting, reduces the amount of movement required by the driver and cuts the amount of time taken to swap ratios. The results are an improved feel during gearshifts and a more tactile, direct, involving driving experience.

Designed, developed and tested by MUGEN’s Japanese engineers to OEM standards of performance and durability, the new MUGEN Honda Civic Type R FN2 quick shifter is a direct replacement for the original Honda gearchange mechanism.

The MUGEN Honda Civic Type R FN2 Quick Shifter is available now from principal MUGEN stockist Torque Developments International Plc, costing £213.07 including VAT @ 15%.

MUGEN’s popular and fast expanding range of Honda Civic Type R FN2 enhancements continues to grow. The latest release from principal MUGEN stockist and leading Japanese tuning house Torque Developments International is designed to improve the underbonnet appearance of the current Honda, which uses the high revving, powerful and exciting 2.0-litre I-VTEC, K20A motor.

Designed by MUGEN’s Japanese engineers to OEM standards of fitment and finish, the new release is a high quality ignition cover, produced from autoclave moulded dry carbon fibre – the same method by which an F1 car chassis is constructed.

Lightweight, eye catching and highly heat resistant, MUGEN’s new carbon fibre ignition cover features the distinctive MUGEN logo and is a direct replacement for the plastic Honda original item.

The new MUGEN carbon fibre ignition cover comes complete with all studs, spacers, washers and nuts to allow for a swift and easy fitment.

Priced at £340.92 including VAT @ 15%, the MUGEN carbon fibre ignition cover is available now and is compatible with all K20A engined Honda vehicles, including the Civic Type R EP3, FN2 and FD2, plus the Intergra Type R DC-5 model.

Leading Japanese tuning house TODA Racing is pleased to launch a new, uprated started motor ring gear for the popular K20A engine I-VTEC engine found in a host of hot Hondas. These include the EP3 and FN2 Civic Type R, plus the renowned DC-5 Integra Type R.

Given it’s strength and reliability, in recent years tuning the Honda K20A engine has grown in popularity and many engines now boast larger capacities and higher compression ratios than the factory intended.

Unfortunately, these extreme engine modifications put a large dynamic load onto the original Honda resin internal starter motor ring gear, which can lead to the teeth shearing off. Once this happens, the owner has no alternative but to replace the starter motor unit.

Fortunately TODA Racing now has a cure to this problem, in the form of its Heavy Duty ring gear, which is based on the original Honda part but features a number of advantages, including:- 

• High quality, high strength material construction for added durability
• Special surface treatment to ensure direct compatibility with OEM Honda starter motor ring gear
• Direct replacement for OEM Honda component

 Developed, tested and proven to the high quality levels expected by TODA Racing’s technicians, the new Honda K20A Heavy Duty ring gear is available now exclusively from TODA Europe, a division of Torque Developments International Plc, priced at £207.00 including VAT @ 15%