Japanparts Posted November 9, 2007 Share Posted November 9, 2007 I just found this thread and omg! Quick question tho - when you install the bumper and go through the route where you hack the bumper beam - are there any safety implications? (i.e. airbags / frontal impact etc.)? And muscle - where did you get in done? I'm from markham too - and I'm looking into the conversion If you take a look at KDMAI's install posted above; he's used the JDM Bumper beam and energy absorber, this makes the JDM conversion a bolt-on and you don't "hack" anything.... an achievable DIY if you have the tools and the time ( and hopefully a buddy to help ya, right? ) GW JapanpartsLLC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XVR_legacy Posted November 9, 2007 Share Posted November 9, 2007 wish the JDM stuff fit on 08's....totally sucks -Brian Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whiteGDB Posted November 11, 2007 Share Posted November 11, 2007 JDM rear bumper conversion? what's the difference? Is it just the rear bumper beam or does it look different? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loserpro2 Posted November 11, 2007 Share Posted November 11, 2007 ^the JDM rear bumper should be shorter. USDM versions of the Legacys have longer front and rear bumpers. the spec B front bumper also tends to look the same as the standard legacy... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edkwon Posted February 3, 2008 Share Posted February 3, 2008 bump Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jerboa113 Posted February 4, 2008 Share Posted February 4, 2008 I remember you could buy the jdm spec B bumper conversion "kit" from avo. I just looked it up however and now all they have are the front and rear conversion for $1650? They also dont seem to have the jdm grills anymore.. Did they trim their inventory? Bummer.. "The penalty good men pay for indifference to public affairs is to be ruled by evil men." - Plato Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edkwon Posted February 5, 2008 Share Posted February 5, 2008 I remember you could buy the jdm spec B bumper conversion "kit" from avo. I just looked it up however and now all they have are the front and rear conversion for $1650? They also dont seem to have the jdm grills anymore.. Did they trim their inventory? Bummer.. It seems like ppl have had more bad than good experiences with avo, japanparts.com is the way to go Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tangcla Posted February 12, 2008 Share Posted February 12, 2008 It's such a shame you guys are in USA and I'm in Australia... I want to know if I need to get a new backbeam or foam absorber, or whether I can use my standard one! the Australian front bar is the JDM GT model. I don't know if we have the USDM-type rear bar or the JDM-type rear. Can anyone tell? (old photo) http://www.tangcla.com/temp/bl5/tangcla/IMG_1658.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loserpro2 Posted February 12, 2008 Share Posted February 12, 2008 It's such a shame you guys are in USA and I'm in Australia... I want to know if I need to get a new backbeam or foam absorber, or whether I can use my standard one! the Australian front bar is the JDM GT model. I don't know if we have the USDM-type rear bar or the JDM-type rear. Can anyone tell? (old photo) http://www.tangcla.com/temp/bl5/tangcla/IMG_1658.jpg all models in the world except for the ones in the states are refered as the JDM models. the ones you get in down under are definately JDM. if you take a photo of the side of your car and compare it to one from the states, you'll see that your rear bumper is shorter, which is the JDM one. if you intend to ever do the JDM Spec B Front end swap, it's just a direct swap for you. no need to buy bumper beams and that lot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted February 12, 2008 Share Posted February 12, 2008 ^ Not exactly true. Front bumpers JDM/EDM front are the same (except EDM never got the GT SpecB style, just 3.0R SpecB style). However at least on wagons, rear bumpers are unique and specific to Japan, even Europe and Australia get fat wagon bumpers. Possibly not as fat as USDM ones, but the "rear shelf" is very noticeable. I think that applies to sedans as well, but not really sure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tangcla Posted February 16, 2008 Share Posted February 16, 2008 All I know is that the exhaust finishers don't fit my car properly so I was thinking the JDM rear bar is different. Also apparently the diffusers don't quite fit either... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTWILLY Posted February 16, 2008 Share Posted February 16, 2008 Bare minimum to do that swap do you just need the bumper skin and the new grill? FMIC so no bumper beam, and I'll hack the rest. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grocery getter Posted February 18, 2008 Share Posted February 18, 2008 Ok anyone here know another LGT owner that has completed a front JDM STI conversion for a 2008 LGT (spec B?)? I am hearing two different answers: 1) 08 conversion require the JDM bumper beam / spoiler / grill / under tray only and everything is a bolt on or.... 2) 08 conversion requires everything up top + hood and fenders because the USDM LGT's are 2 inches longer??? Please tell me that option (2) is wrong??? I don't mind spending money for the bumper kit, grill, fog lights, JDM bumper beam but DO NOT want to get a new hood and fenders. Any help on this topic would be great (only seconds away from ordering the kit for japanparts). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leonardo Posted February 28, 2008 Share Posted February 28, 2008 Well, as of last night, I need a new grill, bumper, hood. Might go the JDM route if I decide to keep the wagon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leonardo Posted February 28, 2008 Share Posted February 28, 2008 Do you re-use the fender liners? I hear the 06 STi foglight is the same and would fit this bumper. Part listing don't include the engine undertray. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted February 28, 2008 Share Posted February 28, 2008 Well, as of last night, I need a new grill, bumper, hood. Might go the JDM route if I decide to keep the wagon. What happend? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leonardo Posted February 28, 2008 Share Posted February 28, 2008 stoped under a Dodge Ram. Aparently guy was in a stolen car or expired license or something as he just kept going, which is good for my insurance! the kit contains everything minus the hood so I have to contemplate, put the JDM bumper and keep her for two years minimum (she is paid off) or repair with stock bits for less and ge the STi. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mindovermattre Posted March 5, 2008 Share Posted March 5, 2008 has anyone on here just done the regular spec b instead of the gt spec b? Does anyone know if this one will fit the 2005? The one pictured says 2007, but I don't know if they are the same. http://japanparts.com/db/partslist.php?dealer=1&car=6&middlesmall=2%3A11&maker=&volkey=107-048-001 japanparts.com has kits for the front and rear bumper for just the spec b and I think this one looks better than the gt spec b. However I don't know if this one will fit a 2005, the one in the picture says 2007. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leonardo Posted March 5, 2008 Share Posted March 5, 2008 Remember, our 08 front end is Japans 07. Won't fit the 05 unless you change fenders/lights. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chenc544 Posted March 5, 2008 Share Posted March 5, 2008 Well, as of last night, I need a new grill, bumper, hood. Might go the JDM route if I decide to keep the wagon. Well I'm in about the same boat. Got in an accident last night and I'm looking into doing the JDM conversion. I'm pretty sure I will need new grill, bumper, hood, both headlights and maybe fenders. Is there an US vendor that will have the kit in stock? Or do I have to order it from japanparts? What kind of shipping time am I looking at ordering from japanparts? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leonardo Posted March 5, 2008 Share Posted March 5, 2008 Japanparts.com is yout best bet. PM graham. I think by air is about two weeks for the parts to arrive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leonardo Posted March 5, 2008 Share Posted March 5, 2008 10% Discount on all Parts to LegacyGT members, can't discount the Freight because that's done at Cost.... **JapanParts Offer is good until the end of December 2006** PM or email me for a quote to destination; you'll need to advise the Year of your car, the Color/Color code and what parts y'want for the conversion Parts link below: http://www.japanparts.com/db/partslist.php?dealer=1&car=6&middlesmall=2%3A11&maker=&volkey=107-024 And Foglights: http://www.japanparts.com/db/partslist.php?dealer=&car=&middlesmall=&maker=&volkey=107-029-003 http://www.japanparts.com/db/partslist.php?dealer=&car=&middlesmall=&maker=&volkey=107-029-004 Graham Ware Export Manager gware@japanparts.com There. If you need fenders, might as well do a 08 conversion Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mindovermattre Posted March 5, 2008 Share Posted March 5, 2008 Hey Leo, do you know if the jdm 07/08 bumper will fit the 05? Like if I bought this set: http://japanparts.com/db/partslist.php?dealer=1&car=6&middlesmall=2%3A11&maker=5&volkey=107-048-003 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chenc544 Posted March 5, 2008 Share Posted March 5, 2008 There. If you need fenders, might as well do a 08 conversion I thought about it but I'm not sure if '08 HID's will need harness mods. From what's on japanparts it looks like the frog lights will need some mods to the harness... I don't know of anyone that actually did a 08 conversion so not sure if I want to be the guinea pig. Looks like the safe route is the spec B bumper kit with a JDM mesh grill, still debating about the fog lights. I pm Graham already so I will see what he says. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leonardo Posted March 5, 2008 Share Posted March 5, 2008 Someone told me the for lights were the same as the 06-07 STi. I just have to verify this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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