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spag · 03-08-2005, 10:14 PM

Alright I have a 95 240 which I recently wrecked. I've decided to do the S15 front end. I ordered S15 fenders, hood, bumper, and headlights along with a new 95 front bumper retainer from nissan. What have I left out? Am I using the wrong retainer? The retainer seems too short for the bumper. Also what hood latch is everyone using? Mine seems to sit too high. If everyone uses the stock S14 latch what modifications do you have to do for everything to fit? Thanks everyone.

spag · 03-08-2005, 10:15 PM

Alright I have a 95 240 which I recently wrecked. I've decided to do the S15 front end. I ordered S15 fenders, hood, bumper, and headlights along with a new 95 front bumper retainer from nissan. What have I left out? Am I using the wrong retainer? The retainer seems too short for the bumper. Also what hood latch is everyone using? Mine seems to sit too high. If everyone uses the stock S14 latch what modifications do you have to do for everything to fit? Thanks everyone.

This is the bumper retainer im using

Drunk Bastard · 03-08-2005, 10:39 PM

ya, u dont need the 95 retainer. if you need a rad support, make sure you get the s15 version. and you ordered metal s15 fenders??? ....should ordered MASA or Inner Circle....use your stock hood latch.....i dunno about it being to high though. i didnt have any problems like that.

blu808 · 03-08-2005, 10:46 PM

My latch is a little high. I just moved the bumper higher.
Or you can use a hammer.

S15 oem fenders dont fit.

blitz180 · 03-09-2005, 05:26 AM

i don't know if this helps alot, but by saying bumper retainer i think you mean the metal bar, or traditional bumper behinda the front end or bumper cover. If this is the case and you plan on goin turbo or SR then take it back, because it will need to be removed to add FMIC anyway. Dunno if this helps at all... but i thought i'd share it.

Good luck mang.

I do know that s14.5 is alot easier than s13.5 because you don't need as many parts, aka radiator support, head light support.

Siizzzoooo · 03-09-2005, 06:50 AM

its not bad, u can make you some custom mounts rather than get a new radiator support

the conversion is a breeze if u get the right parts

m0rex · 03-09-2005, 01:15 PM

S15 aftermarket metal fenders is what he meant.

APCh8r · 03-09-2005, 02:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by m0rex

S15 aftermarket metal fenders is what he meant.

who makes s15 metal conversion fenders.

Yoshi · 03-09-2005, 02:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by blitz180

I do know that s14.5 is alot easier than s13.5 because you don't need as many parts, aka radiator support, head light support.

Not True.
http://www.360realms.com/S13-S15/

***S14DB*** · 03-09-2005, 02:09 PM

Double thread merged.

SilviaDriver · 03-09-2005, 02:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by APCh8r

who makes s15 metal conversion fenders.

god makes them.

no nobody makes metal fenders. it would cost too much to produce and too much for anybody to buy them.

blu808 · 03-09-2005, 04:45 PM

just what i was thinking. If there were ever some produced i would prob get them though.

Also you dont need the s15 radiator support on s13- or s14.

m0rex · 03-09-2005, 04:53 PM

Yeah i would sport those asap if they ever made them. But yeah sorry i only got 2 hr of sleep last night and i didnt read it right.

Drunk Bastard · 03-09-2005, 04:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by blu808

just what i was thinking. If there were ever some produced i would prob get them though.

Also you dont need the s15 radiator support on s13- or s14.

word. metal fenders would be nice.

you dont NEED a s15 radiator support, but if your current unit NEEDS to be replaced, why not go with s15?.....what i did.

salyardsk · 03-17-2005, 08:25 AM

When I did my conversion, I used the SWATT fenders from Wholesale Hyperperformance. They were junk as well. And they were advertised as the best/closest OEM fit, bla, bla, bla. Significant amount of work had to go into shaping the fenders to fit, especially at the roof pillar. Also, the cut in fender lines (to match the door lines) were so far off, I filled them out. I do not know if you can get any fiberglass fenders that won't need a lot of work to fit.

I used a Bomex Bumper and the fit and quality of it is excellent. I used a Vertex rear bumper which was also excellent and Bomex side skirts which were of excellent quality also.

The S14 radiator core support can be used, but the holes where the headlights go must be cut out and enlarged for the lights to fit properly.

The bumper brace has to go, and if you use a FMIC, the bumper as well. It is a good idea to weld in strong piping to replace the bumper, as even a small hit to the front-end will destroy most of your handiwork (don't ask me how I know).

You will have to wire up the lights, as the S15 OEM plugs do not work on the S14.

Also, the plastic inner fender wells will not fit like they used to and customization will be required here as well.

Good luck.

Drunk Bastard · 03-17-2005, 02:52 PM

masa fenders and inner circle fenders both have great fitment. pay more now, rather than more later down the road.

bnoji · 03-31-2005, 10:55 PM

I'm looking into the S14 to S15 conversion. Will the OEM S15 parts fit on the S14? Mainly the hood, fenders, bumper and lights...

Thanks.

Yoshi · 04-01-2005, 01:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bnoji

I'm looking into the S14 to S15 conversion. Will the OEM S15 parts fit on the S14? Mainly the hood, fenders, bumper and lights...

Thanks.

Did you even read the thread?
or any link associated with it?
C'mon man, it doesn't get much easier than reading the thread you're posting in :/

bnoji · 04-01-2005, 08:37 AM

It's not a question of whether it is possible...I was looking for info on whether the OEM S15 parts...specifically the lights, fenders, hood and bumper will will bolt directly on to the S14. The reason I ask is that I have seen aftermarket ones also and I didn't know if these are made because the OEM ones do not fit...

I can get all the parts imported directly, I just didn't want to have them shipped in to find out they don't fit. The main reason is...this is actually my little brothers car and he just imported an SR20 and he wanted to do the S15 conversion. I want to get these parts for him, but I don't want to ask him because I want it to be a surprise for his birthday. I don't know too much about Silvias...

Thanks.

the head · 04-01-2005, 08:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by blu808

S15 oem fenders dont fit.

there is one answer
headlights do fit

not sure on anything else

next time try searching

drift freaq · 04-01-2005, 09:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bnoji

It's not a question of whether it is possible...I was looking for info on whether the OEM S15 parts...specifically the lights, fenders, hood and bumper will will bolt directly on to the S14. The reason I ask is that I have seen aftermarket ones also and I didn't know if these are made because the OEM ones do not fit...

I can get all the parts imported directly, I just didn't want to have them shipped in to find out they don't fit. The main reason is...this is actually my little brothers car and he just imported an SR20 and he wanted to do the S15 conversion. I want to get these parts for him, but I don't want to ask him because I want it to be a surprise for his birthday. I don't know too much about Silvias...

Thanks.

headlights yes,
bumper yes
hood yes
fenders no

basically you can use your stock headlight supports on the s14 to bolt on the s15 headlights because the s14 headlight support is pratically identical to the s15 one. Hood will bolt on as well the bumper. Your going aftermarket on your fenders . Many choices but not many good ones.

Kyo Kusanagi · 04-21-2005, 01:21 PM

My votes to the Inner Circle fenders, i hear and have seen some of the conversion with their fenders and it looks nice and good fitment.

03-08-2005, 10:14 PM	#1
spag Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: dertay souf Posts: 31 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Need help with S15 front end install Alright I have a 95 240 which I recently wrecked. I've decided to do the S15 front end. I ordered S15 fenders, hood, bumper, and headlights along with a new 95 front bumper retainer from nissan. What have I left out? Am I using the wrong retainer? The retainer seems too short for the bumper. Also what hood latch is everyone using? Mine seems to sit too high. If everyone uses the stock S14 latch what modifications do you have to do for everything to fit? Thanks everyone.

03-08-2005, 10:15 PM	#2
spag Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: dertay souf Posts: 31 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Need help with S15 front end install Alright I have a 95 240 which I recently wrecked. I've decided to do the S15 front end. I ordered S15 fenders, hood, bumper, and headlights along with a new 95 front bumper retainer from nissan. What have I left out? Am I using the wrong retainer? The retainer seems too short for the bumper. Also what hood latch is everyone using? Mine seems to sit too high. If everyone uses the stock S14 latch what modifications do you have to do for everything to fit? Thanks everyone. This is the bumper retainer im using

03-09-2005, 06:50 AM	#6
Siizzzoooo Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Murfreesboro,TN Posts: 1,355 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	its not bad, u can make you some custom mounts rather than get a new radiator support the conversion is a breeze if u get the right parts __________________ 2004 Honda S2000 NFR \| 2007 Acura TL CBP \| Project *Coming Soon*

03-17-2005, 08:25 AM	#15
salyardsk Join Date: May 2003 Location: Westminster, MD Age: 70 Posts: 7 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	S14.5 Conversion When I did my conversion, I used the SWATT fenders from Wholesale Hyperperformance. They were junk as well. And they were advertised as the best/closest OEM fit, bla, bla, bla. Significant amount of work had to go into shaping the fenders to fit, especially at the roof pillar. Also, the cut in fender lines (to match the door lines) were so far off, I filled them out. I do not know if you can get any fiberglass fenders that won't need a lot of work to fit. I used a Bomex Bumper and the fit and quality of it is excellent. I used a Vertex rear bumper which was also excellent and Bomex side skirts which were of excellent quality also. The S14 radiator core support can be used, but the holes where the headlights go must be cut out and enlarged for the lights to fit properly. The bumper brace has to go, and if you use a FMIC, the bumper as well. It is a good idea to weld in strong piping to replace the bumper, as even a small hit to the front-end will destroy most of your handiwork (don't ask me how I know). You will have to wire up the lights, as the S15 OEM plugs do not work on the S14. Also, the plastic inner fender wells will not fit like they used to and customization will be required here as well. Good luck.

04-01-2005, 08:37 AM	#19
bnoji Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: DE Posts: 2 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	It's not a question of whether it is possible...I was looking for info on whether the OEM S15 parts...specifically the lights, fenders, hood and bumper will will bolt directly on to the S14. The reason I ask is that I have seen aftermarket ones also and I didn't know if these are made because the OEM ones do not fit... I can get all the parts imported directly, I just didn't want to have them shipped in to find out they don't fit. The main reason is...this is actually my little brothers car and he just imported an SR20 and he wanted to do the S15 conversion. I want to get these parts for him, but I don't want to ask him because I want it to be a surprise for his birthday. I don't know too much about Silvias... Thanks. Last edited by bnoji; 04-01-2005 at 09:21 AM..

03-08-2005, 10:39 PM	#3
Drunk Bastard Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Nov 2003 Posts: 1,405 Trader Rating: (2) Feedback Score: 2 reviews	ya, u dont need the 95 retainer. if you need a rad support, make sure you get the s15 version. and you ordered metal s15 fenders??? ....should ordered MASA or Inner Circle....use your stock hood latch.....i dunno about it being to high though. i didnt have any problems like that.

03-08-2005, 10:46 PM	#4
blu808 Post Whore! Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Campbell, Ca Age: 42 Posts: 5,010 Trader Rating: (3) Feedback Score: 3 reviews	My latch is a little high. I just moved the bumper higher. Or you can use a hammer. S15 oem fenders dont fit.

03-09-2005, 05:26 AM	#5
blitz180 Zilvia Member Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Usa-shi, Oita-ken, Japan Age: 42 Posts: 169 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	i don't know if this helps alot, but by saying bumper retainer i think you mean the metal bar, or traditional bumper behinda the front end or bumper cover. If this is the case and you plan on goin turbo or SR then take it back, because it will need to be removed to add FMIC anyway. Dunno if this helps at all... but i thought i'd share it. Good luck mang. I do know that s14.5 is alot easier than s13.5 because you don't need as many parts, aka radiator support, head light support.

03-09-2005, 01:15 PM	#7
m0rex Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Nebraska Posts: 1,070 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	S15 aftermarket metal fenders is what he meant.

03-09-2005, 02:09 PM	#10
*S14DB* AFC #1 Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: 昨晩あなたのお母さんの家 Posts: 20,181 Trader Rating: (3) Feedback Score: 3 reviews	Double thread merged.

03-09-2005, 04:45 PM	#12
blu808 Post Whore! Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Campbell, Ca Age: 42 Posts: 5,010 Trader Rating: (3) Feedback Score: 3 reviews	just what i was thinking. If there were ever some produced i would prob get them though. Also you dont need the s15 radiator support on s13- or s14.

03-09-2005, 04:53 PM	#13
m0rex Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Nebraska Posts: 1,070 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Yeah i would sport those asap if they ever made them. But yeah sorry i only got 2 hr of sleep last night and i didnt read it right.

03-17-2005, 02:52 PM	#16
Drunk Bastard Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Nov 2003 Posts: 1,405 Trader Rating: (2) Feedback Score: 2 reviews	masa fenders and inner circle fenders both have great fitment. pay more now, rather than more later down the road.

03-31-2005, 10:55 PM	#17
bnoji Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: DE Posts: 2 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I'm looking into the S14 to S15 conversion. Will the OEM S15 parts fit on the S14? Mainly the hood, fenders, bumper and lights... Thanks.

04-21-2005, 01:21 PM	#22
Kyo Kusanagi Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: San Jose, CA Age: 40 Posts: 557 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	My votes to the Inner Circle fenders, i hear and have seen some of the conversion with their fenders and it looks nice and good fitment.