Cutting and re-welding of the front sub-frame... in/around the radiator support.

https://www.fitfreak.net/forums/2nd-...tml#post938421

Second thoughts yet?

 

Haha...i'll just wait for 2012 body kit or maybe, just maybe a mugen
thanks bro

 

The subframe doesn't require cutting (you can't really cut/weld the subframe). I think you mean to say the rad support has to be replaced...this makes sense as you are changing the headlights and front fenders (not to mention shortening the entire front of the car). Changing the rad support isn't a big deal if you have the tools...I did a 05 front end conversion on my 01 civic. Otherwise, this would be cake for a body shop.

I believe the front end conversion can be done for well under $3,000. I'm willing to bet $1500 to $2000 is possible. That's pretty reasonable considering people waste more than that on an ugly USDM Mugen kit. The real cost of the swap is $$$ for painting.

 

i think i'll spend that $ on a coil-over

 

Ok, but why come to a thread dedicated to the JDM conversion (no matter the $$$) to make this point

 

I thought it would be a simple mod...requiring less $$$...

 

Should have an update for this thread soon

 

good good, i need to grab a few things for the GE front conversion and i wanna make sre i've got everything together

 

I have a whole new list of part#'s from the new Fit in Japan.... for you guys that want that new front end

 

id still like to find somewhere we can scoop it all one place. Ive been using Yahoo auctions japan and got the headlight so far. But just not clear on what all is needed for the newer one. Specifically the RS =)

 

JDM_DOHC_SIR,

Have you been able to track down part numbers for the front quarter panel glass for the JDM conversion?

 

Yep... I have that part #...


I'll post it up tomorrow for you guys

 

Great man, finally a real update to this thread! You've been a real help in this area (as opposed to others who completed the conversion and have been ultra-secretive about part numbers and parts dealers).

 

need need need please =)

 

who knows of any dealers or vendors that can get these parts?

 

Bump....all build up and no release.

 

lol thats what she said.

on another note. does anyone know the part # for the JDM rs gauge cluster?

 

*Sigh* Bump

 

I think you will need a socket for the front turn signal's, The Jdm headlights I bought will not accept the turn signal socket from the usa.
Anyone now the part# for a JDM front turn signal SOCKET (GRAY)
?

 

This is why I didn't buy the JDM headlights for sale here in the FS subforum. I had the same problem with 04-05 JDM civic headlights.