Convert to Krom

[mcheddadi]

Ok, its finally done! the mesh grill on the top didnt work out, so I had to break down and spend $500 on the OEM grill, but overall, I like the way it turned out. I had to retrofit the foglights on because they are not the same even though the local dealer said that they were. I also installed led fog lights as you see in one of the pics. Overall, it cost much more than I wanted to spend, but I like the looks of the krom front much better than the regular front, so it was worth it!

you paid 500$ FOR A STOCK GRILL... oh gawd...

the ride look nice now, kinda like a suzuki XL-7

[Native2PS]

Ok, its finally done! the mesh grill on the top didnt work out, so I had to break down and spend $500 on the OEM grill, but overall, I like the way it turned out.

Looks perfect but what was the problem with custom grill?

because of the curve, the mesh was hard to bend, and it just didnt look right

[EddNog]

So to summarize:

KROM edition conversion for 2008-2010 Nissan Rogue:

Front bumper Fascia # F2023-1A41H, $482
Grille # F2310-1A41A, $417
Nissan Grille Emblem # 62890-5U600, $30
Rear Bumper Fascia # 50221A41H, $565

Total: $1494

Source http://www.everythingnissan.com/

Adding this to the FAQ...

Score thanks for that! Any idea what the part number is for the exhaust, too? I'm interest in doing a rear-only conversion on mine to get perfect symmetry (Since that'd be cheaper and easier than doing a custom dual-exhaust job).

-Ed

[Tommy Joe BLUE]

WOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I am amazed at what you guys are able to do with this car. That KROM front bumper looks really really good. So now you look like no other rogue out there. LEDs in the lights AND a KROM Front.....Nice! Between yours and Eddnogs I do not know which one would win. Why did you have to retrofit the fog lights? Please explain.

[skholla]

great job, nicely done!

what was involved in retrofitting the headlights? ...big job?

[dolbydj]

Do you have an extra set of oem fogs? If so, I would be interested. Thanks!

[Native2PS]

I had to retrofit the fogs because the Krom bumper uses a different set of fogs, so I cut the tabs off of the back, and put a screw through the top and bottom to hold them in, looks OEM because the screws are black, and the bumper is black, so you cant see them

[philipa_240sx]

I had to retrofit the fogs because the Krom bumper uses a different set of fogs...

Native2PS, anything else you have noticed that does not fit the Krom bumper? What about the splash shield under the bumper?

[Native2PS]

yes, the splash guard under the bumper does not reach the Krom bumper, so I removed mine, other than that, everything else was a perfect fit

[philipa_240sx]

So again, here are the issues we know of regarding this swap:

1) The OEM foglights require modification to get them to fit. Optionally, you require the KROM specific fog lights.
2) The lower splash shield/undertray will not fit. The KROM specific part is required should you wish to have a functional splash shield.

[EddNog]

Any luck on the part # for exhaust?

I sent an e-mail to one place, but have yet to receive a response from them.

-Ed

[philipa_240sx]

Eddnog, if you feel real adventurous you can try downloading the Nissan FAST parts software. Google search: "Nissan FAST 2010" It's a huge file, slow to D/L and no guarantee the KROM parts will be in there. But if you do manage to find it, let us know.

[Native2PS]

ok, I've decided to do the rear also, I have ordered the rear bumper, and the spoiler as well, I'm also going to tint my tail lights and middle break light a little bit, and de-badge. I bought a dual 3.5" stainless steel exhaust tip on e-bay as well, will post pics when its done

[harryg]

do you got a picture of the muffler you are going to use or a link to it
how much was the rear bumper...also is the bottom part included (the litte black part on the bottom of the bumper)

image from Autoblog.com
cant wait to see the end result

[philipa_240sx]

also is the bottom part included (the litte black part on the bottom of the bumper)

On the stock bumper... it's all one piece. The black 'trim' you are referring to is just painted another color.

There is still the muffler to deal with too, that's the black piece that you see hanging below the bumper.

[Native2PS]

I went to a local Nissan dealer, and inspected a Krom Rogue that they had on the lot, and it looks like the bumper will fit and attach just like the regular one, as far as the muffler, I may paint the bottom of mine black with some high heat paint to match the look of the Krom since the regualr Rogue muffler is silver. I will take it to a muffler shop, and have them re-route the exhaust to the middle of the bumper, and here is a picture of the tip that I bought on e-bay, $39. I dont know the price of the bumper yet because I had a body shop order them. I will post all pricing information when this project is complete.

[harryg]

also is the bottom part included (the litte black part on the bottom of the bumper)

On the stock bumper... it's all one piece. The black 'trim' you are referring to is just painted another color.

There is still the muffler to deal with too, that's the black piece that you see hanging below the bumper.

I was referring to this kind of plastic piece like the one found on our rogues (where the muffler tip is...goes along the entire length of the bumper)
on the krom it is only two pieces that go at each side (you can see them in the pic near the tire)

[Native2PS]

ok, almost done, bumper is installed, just waiting for the tip to arrive this Wed, meanwhile, I need to modify a little as the non Krom has this metal part in the way, so I will probably just cut it or bend it up, I will post pics of the final product later this week

[philipa_240sx]

If there is any chance the paint is damaged during the process, sand with fine grit paper, clean with solvent and paint the area to prevent rust.

Good idea on the pipe relocate. Saves buying a new muffler.

BTW, the '08's had painted black mufflers from the factory. Later models did without.

[Native2PS]

thanks for the tip! I was thinking about painting the muffler black with high heat paint if it shows under the bumper, but I'll have to wait until the tip is mounted and I raise the muffler back up, right now I removed the two black rubber things holding it up so that the stock tip doesnt burn the new bumper, good thing is that I dont have to do much driving between now and Wed

[Native2PS]

ok, all done, I smoked the tail lights and break light, added the spoiler, krom bumper, and exhaust tip, and debaged, the only thing left to do is paint the muffler with a high heat black paint because the pipe and bottom of the muffler is visable, other than that, I'm happy with how it turned out!

[philipa_240sx]

Very nice. Please post some pics from underneath showing your muffler piping too please!

[Nick 568]

Looks great!
Did you have a shop tint the tail lights with a spray? Or did you have a shop tint them via film?

[Native2PS]

I had a body shop paint them with a clear coat with a smidge of black mixed in to give it a smoked look

[Native2PS]

here is the view from underneath

[philipa_240sx]

Thanks for posting the photo. A few comments:

- I like the use of mandrel bent tubing.
- The tip protrudes very far out from the bumper. There appears to be room to set it back farther to look more like the OEM:


Image courtesy Nissan NA

[Native2PS]

yeah, the muffler shop set the tips out about an inch or so more than I wanted, and I thought I would leave it like that to see if I liked it, but I may take it back and have them move it back a few inches

[casperfun]

I actually think it looks better sticking out a bit. Even on my Rogue it sticks out and is not even with the bumper. Moreover, it looks more performance-oriented which is what the Krom is suppose to be leaning towards I presume. Also, seeing the silver of the exhaust compliments the wheels and the Black vehicle.

[DannyBob1027]

I just called www.nissanpartswarehouse.com for a quote on a '11 Krom rear bumper. I got a quote of $528.91 (H5022-1A41H). Unfortunately the operator said the shipping is quite high for an oversized shipment. Approx. $180 shipping. Ouch. It sounds like I should just buy at the dealer. I work for a Car Rental company so I get a discount making it $591.81. But the operator say there may be extra parts needed for the replacement. Is that true?

[philipa_240sx]

I got a quote of $528.91 (H5022-1A41H).

Your part no. is wrong. It should read 85022-1A41H

But the operator say there may be extra parts needed for the replacement. Is that true?

The only 'extra' parts I can think of is the hardware. Ie. bolts and plastic fasteners. If you break/lose any they are readily available from the dealer.