20011.7vtech Posted January 13, 2011 Share Posted January 13, 2011 hey guys, would it be possible to convert the front end of my 01 to say the front end of a 2000, or any other combo for that matter i like em all. if so maybe post a list of what to get and where? thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cmgogo Posted January 13, 2011 Share Posted January 13, 2011 depends on the conversion some you only need the bumper, some you need to cut and weld a new core support, fabricate custom fenders and hood hinges, etc etc etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
20011.7vtech Posted January 13, 2011 Author Share Posted January 13, 2011 hmm. I was thinking like hood, fenders, bumper, lights and so on. I dont like the look of the 01 the (05 is ok tho). But I grew up with the 95ish and up to 2000 and like the 2000/1999 a whole lot and thought of switching. I think it would look pretty slick with the 01 rear (which im kinda in love with although i think it looks identical to a focus). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raley Posted January 13, 2011 Share Posted January 13, 2011 i think that change also requires you to cut both hoods and fab them together... i could be wrong though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
20011.7vtech Posted January 13, 2011 Author Share Posted January 13, 2011 i see like both ends fromm say a 2000 and the middle of my 01 for clearance or so on you would think they had a kit like an mr2 and ferrari type deal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
20011.7vtech Posted January 13, 2011 Author Share Posted January 13, 2011 i can see maybe having to drill new holes to coinside with new fenders but if i completely tear down the front and add spacers or something it should all fit ya know ive seen with my own two eyes a 200 si completely re donr to look like a bmw 325i Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raley Posted January 13, 2011 Share Posted January 13, 2011 Fenders wont mate to doors. Hood wont mate to cowl, you see where im going with this... thats why you have to cut and weld. The 2 guys that have commented have done these kinda conversiins. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
20011.7vtech Posted January 13, 2011 Author Share Posted January 13, 2011 it sounded too easy to be true hmm i dont know ho to weld any diy here for that lol. i want to do so much but am limited by skill anything else fun you guys think i should do i like lights and all that good stuf inside and out any thing yall can think of would be awesome Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raley Posted January 14, 2011 Share Posted January 14, 2011 First tell us your skills and what tools you have access to. Its easy if you can fab. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
20011.7vtech Posted January 14, 2011 Author Share Posted January 14, 2011 i have mucho exp in mech. but just diagnosing and fixing. putting math together to figure in drag coefficient silly crape like that. i can turn a wrench and have an analytical mind therefore can figure crape out by looking at it and so on. i have access to standard tools like wrenches a dremel stuff like that i wouldnt even know where to get a welder or which one would best suit the job i know they all burn at diff temps right and aluminum has a low melting point or w/e so i couldnt use a welder that you would use for steel right im capable of doing it grinding would be an iss i would also like to learn to fiberglass Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raley Posted January 14, 2011 Share Posted January 14, 2011 You could possible buy all parts for both cars and fiberglass them toghter, other than the core support, that must be welded on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
20011.7vtech Posted January 15, 2011 Author Share Posted January 15, 2011 core support meaning the like the bare metal under the bumber and fenders right Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
20011.7vtech Posted January 15, 2011 Author Share Posted January 15, 2011 what about the doors would i have to replace all the metall to that too if so then nevermind i might as well just buy the car im wantin to convert to lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raley Posted January 15, 2011 Share Posted January 15, 2011 No, you dont have to repace the doors if you cut the hood and fenders. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
20011.7vtech Posted January 15, 2011 Author Share Posted January 15, 2011 so basically i would have to cut the core out of the car i want cut the corresponding pieces off my car and weld the new on and add the fenders hood and bumper Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrIaN EG2 Posted January 27, 2011 Share Posted January 27, 2011 this is too much work IMO just buy a 99/00 civic.. would probally cost you less in the long run to be honest Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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