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Old Feb 15, 2009 | 09:26 PM
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My 997 front end conversion...
My 997 front end conversion has finally begun... Just got back my fenders from the painters yesterday. They edged the side so I can install them.. Once I have everything it will go back to the painters for the complete paint job.

I want to take the time to thank BASF for providing the paint. I got a hold of their Glasurit line which is their top of the line paint used for all high end cars. Also Custom Coatings of St Augustine FL, who will be doing the paint job..

More to come... Anyone need a Cayman front end?



 
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Old Feb 16, 2009 | 07:24 PM
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I love 997 conversions on Caymans. Fell in love with Farnsbacher Lowles (sp?) project when it first came out. Keep us posted!
 
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Old Feb 16, 2009 | 10:18 PM
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Which 997 bumper are you planning to use?
 
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Which 997 bumper are you planning to use?
I would guess the GT3/Aerokit bumper....but would LOVE IT if it were a Turbo w/LEDs or GT2!
 
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Old Feb 20, 2009 | 03:39 PM
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If I may, what's the cost?
 
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Can't wait to see the final outcome.
 
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hey guys, sorry for the lack of update.. its at the body shop now so hopefully ill have it back in a week
 
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Not much update, but the car is at the bodyshop now, and hopefully in 2-3 days they will have the front bumper fitted and primed.. Ill have more update pics then..

I also put together a quick swap list for those who were interested. I sourced most of my parts from Suncoast, make sure to speak to Steve in parts.

997.505.535.01 - Grip channel /L
997.505.536.01 - Grip channel /L
997.504.134.00 GRV - Fuel filler flap
997.503.031.00 GRV - Left fender /L
997.503.032.00 GRV - Right fender /R
997.504.531.00 - Protective film /L
997.504.532.00 - Protective film /R
997.631.157.21 - Headlamp /L
997.631.158.21 - Headlamp /R
997.631.073.00 - Mounting /L
997.631.074.00 - Mounting /R
997.631.081.01 - Additional headlamp /L
997.631.082.01 - Additional headlamp /R
997.631.037.01 - Side marker light /L
997.631.038.01 - Side marker light /R
997 - front bumper of choice...

Just going through the pics of the swap, thought this one is interesting..

997 and cayman hybrid



While doing the swap I decided to install a 3rd radiator also..

 
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Old Feb 24, 2009 | 09:09 AM
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Did the Cayman S not come with a 3rd radiator?? Or do you just have the base Cayman?

You're definitely hardcore. I thought your car looked perfect, but now it's going to look even better.
 
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Only ones equipped with tiptronic came with the 3rd radiator.
 
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