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Old Nov 25, 2003 | 03:42 PM
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I have almost completed my current project

this is it here https://honda-tech.com/zerothread?id=688177

but now i am a little undecided on what to do next to my own car

Choice #1 is the unforgettable JDM ITR front & a full repaint in a new version of black that i'm working on

Choice #2 is to keep the 96 front end with ITR chin spoiler clean up all the damage & do a full repaint with the same specially formulated black

i was all set to do the JDM front so that all 3 of my cars will have JDM lighting & style but now i'm starting to feel that the 94-97 USDM front is becoming rare

what are your thoughts?

here is the current state of the car



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Old Nov 25, 2003 | 03:44 PM
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either way will look dope
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Old Nov 25, 2003 | 04:19 PM
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how about this, ive yet to see it on a f0e d0h !

sir-g lip, jdm fogs, jdm corner lights.
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Old Nov 25, 2003 | 04:36 PM
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Choice 3. Trade me your GTPs!!!!!


I'm a huge fan of the jdm itr front end, so I would say go with it. I've loved it since i was like 15. I have also loved those wheels since I was younger too. With a JDM front end, it'll be hottness.
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Old Nov 25, 2003 | 05:04 PM
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i originally wanted the Blitz 01CX but no one has them in 17's

if i decide to stay USDM i will be keeping my ITR lip but i do want amber turn signals
like the 98 & up have

oh yeah <U> my </U> car is a hatch
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Old Nov 25, 2003 | 06:04 PM
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by n0se. &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">how about this, ive yet to see it on a f0e d0h !

sir-g lip, jdm fogs, jdm corner lights.
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dont forget the fmic too
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Old Nov 25, 2003 | 06:29 PM
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JDM front is classic
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Old Nov 25, 2003 | 06:42 PM
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leave the lip you have and just get the japanese fog lights like the guy up there said.....your car looks really nice how it is anyways
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Old Nov 26, 2003 | 12:06 AM
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i think it looks very nice the way it is
the only thing i would change is the spoiler
just seems really low
get a type R OR go wingless
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Old Nov 26, 2003 | 12:13 AM
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by APEX i GSR &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">
Choice #2 is to keep the 96 front end with ITR chin spoiler clean up all the damage & do a full repaint with the same specially formulated black
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up to 97 front end is very clean IMO..



no crazy ellipsoid cuts in the headlights etc, and people who have never seen the JDM DC won't say "hey why'd you put an accord front on your R?"... none the less option 2 will be cheaper

also, @the rate everyone is getting JDM front..the damn trend will flip, and the USDM front will be mAd tIt3 y0!

But w/most things, if it doesn't make my car quicker/handle better/reduce weight/smell better/better gas mileage/brake better/keep my *** from sliding in the seat/protect me/or save me money, *whew* I don't dabble in it.


.....yet here I am stumbling around in the appearance forum


Modified by DsR at 2:23 AM 11/26/2003
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Old Nov 26, 2003 | 12:58 AM
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i say go with a 98+ conversion....but thats just my fav out of the three
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Old Nov 26, 2003 | 03:36 AM
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You can never go wrong with a JDM front end.
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Old Nov 26, 2003 | 03:44 AM
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does anyone know if the USDM headlights were made in glass other than plastic
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Old Nov 26, 2003 | 05:42 AM
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98+ front with a EG lip, and bust out with the JDM fogs. Markers should be smoked like Aunies, damn wheres a pic of her car when one needs it!!!!
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Old Nov 26, 2003 | 05:59 AM
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how bout going turbo? you'll probably enjoy it more. your car's paint looks very clean as it is right now. nice wheels too. don't see any immediate need for asthetics.
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Old Nov 26, 2003 | 06:09 AM
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This car is hella clean already and even better in person. Rob if you are going to change it up do the JDM front. I think your car has always wanted it.
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Old Nov 26, 2003 | 06:12 AM
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well i don't really like the 98 + front end
i wouldn't even think about putting a Civic lip on an Integra especially when i have an ITR one already

but i am seriously considering the fogs though

i am just curious if the UK front headlights came in glass on Integras like Hurell's did
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Old Nov 26, 2003 | 06:13 AM
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JDM Front end IMO. The US integra headlights are straight ugly in comparison.

94-97 front end rare? Not really.
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Old Nov 26, 2003 | 06:20 AM
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by APEX i GSR &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">well i don't really like the 98 + front end
i wouldn't even think about putting a Civic lip on an Integra especially when i have an ITR one already

but i am seriously considering the fogs though

i am just curious if the UK front headlights came in glass on Integras like Hurell's did</TD></TR></TABLE>
Hurell's Type R had plastic headlights? I think doing just the fogs is to plain for your car. Everytime I see your car I think how much better it would look with the jdm front.
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Old Nov 27, 2003 | 07:36 AM
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ttt
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Old Nov 27, 2003 | 08:22 AM
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Jdm front is nice, but UKDM or EDM if there are any differences. I like your idea like Hurell did. Thats different.

Make sure to have some type of fogs. I know it will have the FMIC, but the fogs are flava Rob
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Old Nov 28, 2003 | 09:37 AM
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i am still a lil undecided on what to do i guess i'll weigh the costs of both & go from there
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Old Nov 28, 2003 | 10:08 AM
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both are very clean- i favor the JDM front.
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Old Nov 28, 2003 | 11:17 AM
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Choice #2 is to keep the 96 front end with ITR chin spoiler clean up all the damage & do a full repaint with the same specially formulated black
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