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DIY: 2010 GT front end conversion to GT500
08-04-2010, 08:56 PM
#1
Thread Starter
Join Date: Apr 2010
Location: NJ
Posts: 31
DIY: 2010 GT front end conversion to GT500
** Build Instructions Available Here **
In the attached PDF I documented the steps to upgrade a 2010 GT front end to a 2010 GT500.
Job Time: Approx. 2.5 Hrs
The process is good for the following:
Bumper replacement
Hood Removal (with the washer lines in the hood)
The tools used:
Optional:
Tool for removing plastic push pins
Recommended Parts List:
*You will require the Extra Bolts, and those clip/nut items I try to list them out the best I can in the write up.
I hope this is helpful.
In the attached PDF I documented the steps to upgrade a 2010 GT front end to a 2010 GT500.
Job Time: Approx. 2.5 Hrs
The process is good for the following:
Bumper replacement
Hood Removal (with the washer lines in the hood)
The tools used:
- Phillips screw driver
- Flat head screw driver
- 1/4" socket wrench
- 5mm socket (Lower shield)
- 8mm socket (Left & Right GT500 mounts)
- 10mm socket (GT500 Air Splitter)
- Rivet gun (4) rivets
Optional:
Tool for removing plastic push pins
Recommended Parts List:
- Front Bumper Assembly
- Front Air Splitter*
- Front Grille Assembly
- Lower Grille
- Center Bumper Support**
- Left Conversion Bracket*
- Right Conversion Bracket*
- Isolator Assembly
- Front Grille Emblem (optional)
- 2 Fog Lights w/ Bulbs / mounts
- Fog Light Wiring Harness
- GT500 OEM Hood
- GT500 Radiator cover
*You will require the Extra Bolts, and those clip/nut items I try to list them out the best I can in the write up.
I hope this is helpful.
Last edited by rkaiser; 04-01-2011 at 09:44 PM. Reason: added Blog Link
08-05-2010, 07:34 AM
#3
Thread Starter
Join Date: Apr 2010
Location: NJ
Posts: 31
Thanks. I did it for two reasons.
1. I see a number of people looking to do the same thing. I was hunting around for a DIY myself but couldn't find one and figured I would give it a try.
2. Where to get parts: I have done alot of hunting around, and I am confident with a little time you can put this kit together. You can find some of these parts as take-offs. The perfect examples are the hood and the front air splitter. Sometimes you get the wing or rear lower valance.
1. I see a number of people looking to do the same thing. I was hunting around for a DIY myself but couldn't find one and figured I would give it a try.
2. Where to get parts: I have done alot of hunting around, and I am confident with a little time you can put this kit together. You can find some of these parts as take-offs. The perfect examples are the hood and the front air splitter. Sometimes you get the wing or rear lower valance.
08-05-2010, 07:38 AM
#4
4th Gear Member
Join Date: May 2010
Location: PA
Posts: 1,269
I really want to do this..but only thing I dont like is that cobra badge..You cant remove it really because it has the plate behind it part of the grill to put the badge in..I just dont like having a cobra badge on my GT..but maybe can figure a way to remove it..I love that front end..if I can ask what did the total parts cost
08-20-2010, 10:33 PM
#9
Join Date: Jun 2010
Location: Southern New Jersey
Posts: 3
rKaiser ...for some reason i cant see the PDF file on this site....says im not allowed???? could you send me a copy of it? I sent you my email address. I also tried to post something on here to sell and it wouldnt let me. Is there something i didnt do right?
08-21-2010, 01:40 AM
#10
Thread Starter
Join Date: Apr 2010
Location: NJ
Posts: 31
You need to have more posts on the site before you can sell or open attachments. I think its 10-20, should be in the selling rules somewhere. I emailed you the info. Thanks. Email me if you have any other questions.