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Old 06-02-2013, 10:31 PM   #1
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Hi, have anyone done this before? And do they share the same railing as 986? Thanks

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Old 06-03-2013, 04:59 AM   #2
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If I remember correctly, you'll need a whole front clip (fenders, bumper, hood), or some custom work on your current pieces (i.e. not worth it).
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Old 06-03-2013, 06:33 PM   #3
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yup, new fenders and bumper. Hood is the same.
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Old 06-04-2013, 02:07 PM   #4
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I think you need the fender liners too
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Old 06-05-2013, 05:04 AM   #5
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All the information you need as a forum member did this before and documented.

Official 986 to 996 Front-end Conversion Thread


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