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04 conversion?

does anyone know if a 01 civic front end can be, has been, will be converted into the 04 front end? I like the new front end so much better than my 01 font. To be honest i think my front end sucks. If a conversion is availible please let me know asap.

I repeat, 01 front end sucks. want conversion NOW. stupid honda eggheads didnt design it earlier....
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i haven't heard anyone saying that it will bolt straight on but hey if ya got the money i'm pretty sure you can do it ! !but i agree i like the new front end as well as well as the whole ****ing car!!

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I went a looked at the car at the dealership. I like the look of it. Nice. Now I cant decide if I want the 7 Spoke Si rims or the 5 spokes. But the front end would be expensive. New fenders, headlights, and hood. I like my 7th gen, so im not trading because cars cost too much. It might be better off to get just trade it in, you get the cool interior. That my two cents.
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the interior is different? can someone post some pics?
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goto Hondacars.com. New gauges, different center counsel.
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The '03 and '04 interiors are the same.
As for the front end... i'm sure it can be done. You'll need everything though... headlights, wires for the headlight, front bumepr, fenders, and hood. Not to mention a lot of little things like clips and screws.
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Yup, i think it can be done also, but could get pricy...
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Originally posted by R1Style
The '03 and '04 interiors are the same.
As for the front end... i'm sure it can be done. You'll need everything though... headlights, wires for the headlight, front bumepr, fenders, and hood. Not to mention a lot of little things like clips and screws.
would you really need the headlight harness (wiring)? or is the harness the same, just different headlight shape?
i figured you'd just need the fenders, hood, front bumper cover, headlights, and all bolts/clips that hold it all together
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Very costly my friend. Personally I like the front end of the 01 - 03 does not resemble a Camry, Corolla, or Mazda 6. What are the designers @ Honda thinking ??!!??
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Originally posted by xRiCeBoYx
would you really need the headlight harness

yes, you would need the 04 harness......the conversion of the front-end is not worth the money imo...if you really like it that bad, go trade up for the 04.
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The 04 uses dual beam lights....as in, 2 different bulbs...one for your highbeam, one for your low beam. So in addition to the new wiring, you would probably need to do some sort of chip for the computer, since it probably reads the switch on the steering wheel differently now. Plus the fenders, hood, lights, and all the other assorted items, as well as painting...I would guess around $6,000 for a conversion.
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hummm... i personally like the RSX front end conversion better.
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Originally posted by Mystic3030
The 04 uses dual beam lights....as in, 2 different bulbs...one for your highbeam, one for your low beam. So in addition to the new wiring, you would probably need to do some sort of chip for the computer, since it probably reads the switch on the steering wheel differently now. Plus the fenders, hood, lights, and all the other assorted items, as well as painting...I would guess around $6,000 for a conversion.
i c... i thought the shape of the heads were just different.. didnt know they totally revamped the actual front end lighting system.. the swap is hella not worth it.. i'd rather stay unique instead of turning my 02 ex into a camry/corolla wannabe...lol
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I personally think you should see if the 04's qtr panels will fit up, If so you will then have to see if there is clearance for the headlights without damaging the front cross brace where the headlights are now mounted. That may be tricky because the new headlights kinda wrap around the qtr panel. Then look at the wiring for the headlights. Chances are someone can pin you a harness that will convert it and pin into another power source. Finally the bumper fittment, which I think will not be that bad, but don't quote me. Good conversion but for the money I agree, the RSX conversion would be sicker. Also I know the rsx lights fit with no cutting of the front support brace. Either way be patient and take your time. Best of luck !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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there is a rsx conversion??? well the only thing i dont like about my front end is how round it is. i wouldnt mind have an rsx bumper. its just the 03 bumper is so plain. come guys.... its PLAIN. wouldnt you say? Im not a big fan of kits. i like lip pieces better. keeping it jdm. but the 03 even with the lip looks kinda plain. any suggestions as how i can make the stock bumper look better?
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^^^^ Get an '03 Hybrid bumper....they look pretty much like the '04 bumpers. Or just get an OEM lip kit.....
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