I Can you put S15 front clip parts on a S13 hatchback?

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nightheron
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I have a 1991 240SX Hatchback. The other day an old lady drove in front of me like a deer, I almost stopped in time, but not quite. So now I have a damaged hood, bumper, fender, light, etc. I was hoping that I could get a front clip from a S15 and put the fenders, hood, bumper, etc. on my car. Can this be done, will the fenders and hood and all that just bolt on and fit? Any input would be greatly appreciated. My car has been ridiculously dependable and with the Super Hicas package it handles fine, so I don't need any mechanical parts. Anyone have a S15 front clip who just wanted the drive train? Maybe I can change a negative into a positive?
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Not quite that simple. Have to get conversion fenders or weld/blend the S13 back part to the S15 front part. And believe the hood hinges are different for the S15 hood.

nightheron
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Thanks for the feedback. I was also wondering how difficult it is to line up and weld the stock S13 fenders to the stock S15 fenders and make it all fit the car. I checked out Yoshi's Conversion http://www.360realms.com/S13-S15/Day01.html, but he didn't go into detail much on how that is done. Anyone try it lately?

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How difficult depends on what parts you get and your technical ability. No answer on this forum will help you.

I would say if you wish to do a s15 front end, make friends with a body man, and someone like Enjuku Racing. (someone that has done a good fitting s15 front swap). I estimate on average a good s15 swap costs about $3500. Some members online are talented individuals.


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