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Old 06-26-2006, 12:59 PM
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Hi I own a 1986 hatchback gt. I'd like to put a 87-93 front clip on it. What parts do i need? How simple is it? and links and or input would be great. thanks, nathan
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Old 06-26-2006, 02:10 PM
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we will not give you links we will not recomend this just dont do it. for one 4 eyes rock second its just wrong to switch it and third it will never line up right you will regret it. let the 4 eyes work on you you will begin to love it
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Old 06-26-2006, 02:17 PM
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Why don't you just buy a 87+? I don't understand why people bother. But anyway. You need an entire front clip.
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Old 06-26-2006, 02:35 PM
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ok...ill stick with the 4 eye
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Old 06-26-2006, 02:39 PM
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pearl go check out "congradulate me" post scroll down you will see the nices 86 you will ever see it will change your mind
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Old 06-26-2006, 05:32 PM
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yea Pearl listen to HACK... i was the same way when i got my '86 but after a while it grew on me..... now i wouldnt trade mine for an 87+ any day
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Old 06-26-2006, 05:48 PM
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Stick with 4 eyes I like the look as long as its cleaned up well.
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Old 06-27-2006, 12:12 AM
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4 eye's rule.......
Your gay if you change it.........
MHO.........
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Old 06-27-2006, 12:25 AM
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Why would ya when it looks this great
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Old 06-27-2006, 12:42 AM
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4 eyes FTW gotta love 82!
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