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240sxdriver
10-29-2005, 03:34 PM
Newby here. Just as the subject says: I got a really good deal on a full Vertex kit, but it was for a FB. but i own a coupe. is there a way to forge the rear onto a coupe? if u suggest a bodyshop, how much would be a good price?

http://www.rushkits.com/stores/rushkits/catalog/89240SXVSRB.jpg
reefer1114
10-29-2005, 03:46 PM
pretty sure they have it for the coupe also...
240sxdriver
10-29-2005, 03:57 PM
oh, i think i misled u, it was a deal from an owner that decided he didnt want it, and i already bought it because it was so cheap. it wasnt from a dealer or anything. no i just have the problem with the rear. i dont wanna sale it, it will be too much of a hassle. just want to find a way to forge it on.
driftin8
10-29-2005, 05:33 PM
No, it won't work. Coupe is wider and longer than hatch.
ThatGuy
10-29-2005, 05:59 PM
#1. S13 chassis came in 3 styles: Coupe, Convertible, and Fastback. No Hatchback, that's a Civic.

#2. Fastback rear bumper is rounded below the lights where the Coupe is Straight across. Long story short: No it won't fit, Yes I'm sure a bodyshop could make it fit with enough work, but it's probably cheaper to sell it to someone with a Fastback and buy the correct bumper.
ColumbusDrift
10-29-2005, 06:50 PM
i have a vertex copy rear bumper for the coupe if you wanted to buy that for me. never been installed in black primer.
Ian
10-29-2005, 07:20 PM
why do you keep saying "forge" it on? what you're trying to say does not mean forge. Just get a Version Select rear bumper and sell that one
FRpilot
10-29-2005, 07:36 PM
he means like mold it on... not technically with bondo and molding over the lines but some kind of modification to make it fit.. forging is a process where you use pressure to compact materials tightly together.
95Blue240sx
10-29-2005, 10:26 PM
no no no he means force. He keeps missing the c button.
240sxdriver
10-30-2005, 12:06 PM
FRpilot is right. Sorry, didn't mean to confuse any of yall. but what FRpilot said. i went around some shops here but no one seems to want to do fiberglass bodykits. Any locals here that can help me find a place? (dallas/ftworth/grand prairie/arlington/bedford)
DriftGirl
10-30-2005, 01:47 PM
its not worth the time and effort to make it fit your hatch. If you were closer, Id hook you up with a coupe bumper. Ive got 2 sitting on my deck at home :(

I actually do a lot of body work and custom composites...I didnt even want to do it after a test fit. just buy another and sell yours.

good luck
Irukandji
10-30-2005, 03:58 PM
no no no he means force. He keeps missing the c button.


thats cute
kevincao
10-30-2005, 06:50 PM
try autosales on pacific ave in grand praire, they might do it for u. they dont like to do fiberglass stuff, but u can try to convince them w/ a lil extra cash. but selling it would be the easiest thing.
CrazyIvan
10-30-2005, 10:05 PM
im local and I'll buy the bumpah from you...
email me ivanthieme-at-yahoo.com
240sxdriver
10-30-2005, 10:20 PM
im local and I'll buy the bumpah from you...
email me ivanthieme-at-yahoo.com



pm sent. tell me what you think