{"product_id":"blox-racing-ti-retainers-for-b18a-b-b20-1-8l-dohc","title":"BLOX Racing Ti Retainers for B18A-B B20 (1.8L DOHC)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan itemprop=\"sku\"\u003eBXPT-10403\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBLOX Racing Ti Retainers for B18A-B B20 (1.8L DOHC) 1990-2001 Acura Integra \u0026amp; Honda CR-V\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBLOX Racing Ti Retainers are direct-fit replacements for OEM steel retainers on B18A\/B and B20 1.8L DOHC engines. These precision-machined parts fit 1990-2001 Acura Integra GS, LS, RS, Special Edition and 1997-2001 Honda CR-V EX, LX, SE models. The titanium construction slashes valvetrain mass by 12 grams per retainer (6g vs 18g stock) for quicker valve response and safe high-RPM operation up to 10,000+ RPM.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e6AL-4V Titanium Build:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aerospace-grade material delivers 40% weight savings over steel while handling extreme spring pressures without fatigue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrooved Lock Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Underside grooves secure OEM or aftermarket valve locks firmly, preventing movement under high boost or revs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16-Piece Retainer Set:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete kit covers all 16 valves on B-series DOHC heads for full valvetrain upgrade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect OEM Replacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Matches factory dimensions for plug-and-play install with stock dual valve springs or BLOX kits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-RPM Durability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reduces inertia for faster seat-to-seat times, enabling aggressive cams and turbo setups.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eProduct Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSold as complete set of 16 retainers. reuse OEM valve locks or upgrade to matching Ti locks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspect valve springs for fatigue before install. pair with dual springs for best results.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecurely packaged in foam-lined BLOX box. dimensions 8 x 6 x 2 inches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional installation recommended.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRequires B-series valve spring compressor tool for safe removal and install.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with OEM hardware. torque seals to spec (12-15 ft-lbs) using 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