CCJ22

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Updated 2/8/13

Front camera will be installed late next week. Pics/video to come of that.

Update on 2/7/13


This process began on 1/16/13. Thread was created early morning on 1/17/13
Below is the progress we've made by EOD 1/17/13




NOW BACK TO WHAT I WROTE WHEN I MADE THIS THREAD

First off, credit goes to HKS350 aka Jeremy and the fellas over at Auto Arts Inc Custom Ride Studio located in NC for this idea/concept. And a huge thanks to Phanly Auto Body in West Palm Beach, FL for being crazy enough to implement the ideas I have for this bumper.

Secondly, I WOULD have rather done a 3IS bumper... However, I already bought this bumper back in late 2012 before there was ever a pic up of the new 3IS Regardless I wanted to make this thread to aid in anyone else thinking of tackling this job, I am willing to answer questions for you... Should any arise.

Lastly, please pardon the stock wheels. I had high intentions of parting the car out and selling her, however.... With the recent announcement of the 2-door IS coming soon... I decided to wait to see what that version looks like and in the meantime wrap up on the plans I had for this car.
My build thread, with what mods this car has, can be seen HERE for those that are bored.

PLANS:
-Add 4 sonar detectors since I will be lowering the car more.
-No fog lights. I don't like them nor use mine currently.
-Mold the tow hook cover so it looks like it was never there.
-Stitch the emblem holder. So that it looks like it was never there. Those that know me know that I do not like any of my cars to have emblems on them. Sad part is I had to purchase TWO front grilles in order to pull this off

PARTS: (these prices subject to change since I bought them from sewell's website)
FRONT BUMPER CLEARANCE BACK SONAR
Part#: 521193A918 (In Stock)
$318.47

TOW HOOK COVER F-SPORT PACKAGE CLEARANCE BACK SONAR
Part #: 5212930911 (In Stock)
$8.09

GRILLE, RADIATOR, LOWER NO.1 F-SPORT PACKAGE
Part #: 5311230380 (Ships within 24-48 hours)
$50.13

GARNISH, RADIATOR GRILLE, NO.2 F-SPORT PACKAGE W/O FOG LAMP
Part #: 5314230070 (In Stock)
$23.57

GARNISH, RADIATOR GRILLE F-SPORT PACKAGE W/O FOG LAMP
Part #: 5314130170 (In Stock)
$23.57

Grille: F-Sport Insert-Grille Insert
Part #: 5311130E00 (In Stock)
$279.98 x2 = 559.96

MOULDING, RADIATOR GRILLE
Part #: 5271130270 (In Stock)
$117.78

RUBBER PROTECTOR, RADIATOR GRILLE
Part #: 5311930260 (Ships within 24-48 hours)
$23.99

Grand Total: $1125.56 NOT INCLUDING SHIPPING nor including labor nor the sonars. (haven't found any yet to purchase) I'm only giving you guys the grand total so you know what you're getting into. I'm far from rich and not here to brag. If anything, modifying a car is the worse financial decision.

CCJ22

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The GS-F sport bumper does in fact fit inside the vehicle. Even though it is roughly 3" wider then the 2IS bumper.

CCJ22

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These final two pics show the cutting that has been done. More pics coming as we continue work on this bumper.

ohiois350

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wow can't to see the final pics and next mod step how to make the 3gs bumper fix, I still have my 07 bumper will keep it for this mod next

Rash

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Amazing thread and really great work! Can't wait to see the results!

wlmngtn310

This is beyond stupid and will look retarded. It's been done on a white IS and as stated, looks beyond stupid.

Howiefied

Hey wlmngtn310 stop being such a troll man, don't like it then gtfo the thread. I'm keen to see how this turns out.

Sffd103

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Hey 310, if you're gonna speak like that then take it elsewhere. Good luck with the project! Doesn't look easy.

RyanIS

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I can't wait to see the final product, I have been wanting to do this as well. Thanks for the build thread.

RyanIS

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That's your opinion, obviously the OP has a different view on it. What makes it look stupid though?

Kumar350

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I like it and think this is a geat mod CCJ what did you do with the old bumper?

bob4256

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xuserx04

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Don't know wtf 310 is smoking but I can't wait to see it finished and installed. I'm sure this will look sick.

Nexson

Good luck with this, mating two pieces of plastic like this together will only cause you headaches down the road. This is the type of project you do on a honda, not a lexus but hey good luck!

xuserx04

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Also, gsf bumper looks painted. You got it like that?