06 LGT With Custom 06/07 STi Front Conversion 56k DEATH

malingator · 11-26-2009, 08:33 AM

I normally just lurk but thought I'd get around to posting my little project. Here's my 06 LGT Limited with a custom built 06/07 OEM STi front.

My buddy, Tommy Papa a few friends and I started the project during the summer. Was a crazy idea, but Tommy got it to work. Is nice to have a pro body guy for a friend..

This is the top 1/4 of a OEM LGT bumper molded to the bottom 3/4 of a OEM STi bumper. LOTS of experimenting and VERY late nights (thanks Vang and George!). It's not everyone's tatste, but you won't see it on any other LGT.

Day one...cut LGT bumper and whole STi bumper:

Both cut and starting to become one..the straps were all removed. They were support only before plastic weld.

I'm skipping TONS of details for the sake of a shorter post. Here's some info about the build as it went: Tommy; "I know its not easy on the eyes, in a few weeks it will look much better.
As for the large gap in between the two covers. Due to the location of the STi upper grills as well as, the overall shape of both bumpers. It was decided it would be easier to fill that section as needed. Instead of trying to force those bulky sections together. The whole problem there is as follows:
The Legacy cover is just about flat,straight across to the corners. The sti has a broader corner radius, then tapers to a point in the center. This is hidden by the plate bracket. So to shrink the STi cover backwards to meet the legacy bumper, the plate bracket was removed. Allowing me to keep a nice consistent body line all the way across the bumper to be.
A new foam pad that mounts to the re-bar or bumper beam ensures that the stress of the sti bumper does not pull the the legacy cover down, away from the headlights and grill.
Thus maintaining a factory fit and finish. All mounting throughout the top of the cover will remain oem as well.
Next order was to begin gluing the to together. I have made some adjustments to both covers, and they are ready. The adjustments are small, but very important to the overall appearance. The funny thing about it is, neither bumper is symmetrical left to right. They might look it, but they still come from a production mold. I deal with this at the body shop all time. More aftermarket parts than oem. Like I had stated earlier, the bumpers started to change shape after I cut them. So the little bit that they where off has become a large amount.
here are the bands of leftover bumper that are waiting to be glued to the backside. My support system to keep the two from coming apart."

NEXT POST: The final product!

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subielife · 11-26-2009, 08:42 AM

great idea, i can't wait to see it done.

Hotgunz · 11-26-2009, 08:42 AM

Car looked so nice at the occ meet great job man

malingator · 11-26-2009, 08:45 AM

Here are a few "done" pics in my driveway. Still have BIG plans for the Spring but New England Winter has the stock front end on the car, winter wheels/tires and a few things on hold.

We are planning JDM spats and have a few other things to add.
Here's a list of all the current mods as well:
Custom Built 06/07 Subaru STi Front End Conversion: This is the top 1/3 of a LGT bumper cut and molded onto the lower 3/4's of a factor OEM 06/07 STi bumper
Custom Built Sideskirts
Coming Soon...Custom Built JDM Rear Spats
RavSpec Rear STi Style Spoiler
Spec Stage 3+ Clutch and Flywheel
XO Racing FMIC
Perrin Full Recirc BOV
Invidia Catless Up Pipe
Invidia Down Pipe
Borla Cat Back
Hallman Pro RX Boost Control
Perrin CAI
19 psi Tune: 280 whp 330wtq (Heartbreak)Mustang Dyno at East Coast Swappers
Debadged
AVO JDM Mesh Grille
Custon DIY Front Lip
Painted Calipers w/ Subaru Logo
ASPEC Front Strut Bar
Cobb Short Throw Shifter
5% Limo Tint All Windows
Progress Drop Springs
Rota P1's 18x8 w/ 225/40R-18
Bridgestone Potenza RE-01Rs
Blacked Out Lower Bumper
Blacked Out Headlights
Tinted Tails
Custom Painted Engine Cover By Dan Johnson
SPT Battery Tie-Down
SPT Oil cap
WRX Pedals and Dead Pedal
Custom Two-Tone Seats
Autobots Logo

el dude · 11-26-2009, 09:03 AM

Nice!! I like it a lot. That one close up kind of looks like a 99-01 civic si

Jim.mEh · 11-26-2009, 09:03 AM

Real or Not.. that front lip has always been ugly to me..

Nelly · 11-26-2009, 09:12 AM

Dude, that is amazing!! Your body shop guy needs to make a mold of your bumper! I am sure a lot of Legacy guys wouldn't mind rocking that!! Mad props to you guys! Have any front shots from further away?

AlpineE30M52 · 11-26-2009, 09:19 AM

Yeah I think I would like it a lot more without that lip... Good idea though.

tino · 11-26-2009, 09:20 AM

looks interesting, take a pic further away if u can..

25rsti · 11-26-2009, 09:32 AM

NASTY, one of a kind

spatt · 11-26-2009, 10:06 AM

that turned out great!

07RallyRx · 11-26-2009, 10:42 AM

where you at in ct? looks hella tight

swiftwrx1 · 11-26-2009, 11:41 AM

Great job!

Blamecanada999 · 11-26-2009, 11:51 AM

Saw this thing at the OCC meet. It really does look OEM. I didn't even notice the difference until someone pointed it out to me, it was so well done.

Drektek · 11-26-2009, 11:56 AM

It may not be your thing, but i think 19s would make it look crucial! Good work, btw. Looks pretty flawless for a custom job.

1VIPWRX · 11-26-2009, 12:00 PM

looks good.

fogell · 11-26-2009, 01:10 PM

Very unique, your friend did some good work there!

Hotgunz · 11-26-2009, 01:12 PM

IIdiceII · 11-26-2009, 01:21 PM

not liking that lip but the bumper looks perfect. great job

cpunlamd · 11-26-2009, 01:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by IIdiceII

not liking that lip but the bumper looks perfect. great job

+1 V-Limited lip would fit the bill.

CGM6 · 11-26-2009, 01:54 PM

you know, it's the grill making it look 99 Civic Si-ish

I'm not ripping, just stating-your car looks awesome and props for doing something unique that actually looks great!

trex616 · 11-26-2009, 04:46 PM

The bumber to hood gap could better but I honestly think you did a great job. Good to see something new and done well.

ipang1988 · 11-26-2009, 04:49 PM

sick!!
i love it!

2.5i · 11-26-2009, 04:51 PM

You crazy mother trucker, I love it, and now I have a ton of questions for you.

nhat · 11-26-2009, 05:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CGM6

you know, it's the grill making it look 99 Civic Si-ish

I'm not ripping, just stating-your car looks awesome and props for doing something unique that actually looks great!

i saw the same thing.

the work and attention to detail is great, but i think the k2 gear front bumper looks far better.

11-26-2009, 08:33 AM	#1
malingator Scooby Newbie Member#: 162224 Join Date: Oct 2007 Chapter/Region: Tri-State Location: CT Vehicle: 06 LGT. Stage 2+ BSM	06 LGT With Custom 06/07 STi Front Conversion 56k DEATH I normally just lurk but thought I'd get around to posting my little project. Here's my 06 LGT Limited with a custom built 06/07 OEM STi front. My buddy, Tommy Papa a few friends and I started the project during the summer. Was a crazy idea, but Tommy got it to work. Is nice to have a pro body guy for a friend.. This is the top 1/4 of a OEM LGT bumper molded to the bottom 3/4 of a OEM STi bumper. LOTS of experimenting and VERY late nights (thanks Vang and George!). It's not everyone's tatste, but you won't see it on any other LGT. Day one...cut LGT bumper and whole STi bumper: Both cut and starting to become one..the straps were all removed. They were support only before plastic weld. I'm skipping TONS of details for the sake of a shorter post. Here's some info about the build as it went: Tommy; "I know its not easy on the eyes, in a few weeks it will look much better. As for the large gap in between the two covers. Due to the location of the STi upper grills as well as, the overall shape of both bumpers. It was decided it would be easier to fill that section as needed. Instead of trying to force those bulky sections together. The whole problem there is as follows: The Legacy cover is just about flat,straight across to the corners. The sti has a broader corner radius, then tapers to a point in the center. This is hidden by the plate bracket. So to shrink the STi cover backwards to meet the legacy bumper, the plate bracket was removed. Allowing me to keep a nice consistent body line all the way across the bumper to be. A new foam pad that mounts to the re-bar or bumper beam ensures that the stress of the sti bumper does not pull the the legacy cover down, away from the headlights and grill. Thus maintaining a factory fit and finish. All mounting throughout the top of the cover will remain oem as well. Next order was to begin gluing the to together. I have made some adjustments to both covers, and they are ready. The adjustments are small, but very important to the overall appearance. The funny thing about it is, neither bumper is symmetrical left to right. They might look it, but they still come from a production mold. I deal with this at the body shop all time. More aftermarket parts than oem. Like I had stated earlier, the bumpers started to change shape after I cut them. So the little bit that they where off has become a large amount. here are the bands of leftover bumper that are waiting to be glued to the backside. My support system to keep the two from coming apart." NEXT POST: The final product! * Registered users of the site do not see these ads.

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11-26-2009, 08:42 AM	#2
subielife Scooby Newbie Member#: 181524 Join Date: Jun 2008 Chapter/Region: Tri-State Location: the great northeast PA Vehicle: * 08STi 09Legacy 98 Outback	great idea, i can't wait to see it done.

11-26-2009, 08:42 AM	#3
Hotgunz Scooby Newbie Member#: 208113 Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: North Jersey Vehicle: 2000 Impreza 2.5rs STM	Car looked so nice at the occ meet great job man

11-26-2009, 08:45 AM	#4
malingator Scooby Newbie Member#: 162224 Join Date: Oct 2007 Chapter/Region: Tri-State Location: CT Vehicle: 06 LGT. Stage 2+ BSM	Here are a few "done" pics in my driveway. Still have BIG plans for the Spring but New England Winter has the stock front end on the car, winter wheels/tires and a few things on hold. We are planning JDM spats and have a few other things to add. Here's a list of all the current mods as well: Custom Built 06/07 Subaru STi Front End Conversion: This is the top 1/3 of a LGT bumper cut and molded onto the lower 3/4's of a factor OEM 06/07 STi bumper Custom Built Sideskirts Coming Soon...Custom Built JDM Rear Spats RavSpec Rear STi Style Spoiler Spec Stage 3+ Clutch and Flywheel XO Racing FMIC Perrin Full Recirc BOV Invidia Catless Up Pipe Invidia Down Pipe Borla Cat Back Hallman Pro RX Boost Control Perrin CAI 19 psi Tune: 280 whp 330wtq (Heartbreak)Mustang Dyno at East Coast Swappers Debadged AVO JDM Mesh Grille Custon DIY Front Lip Painted Calipers w/ Subaru Logo ASPEC Front Strut Bar Cobb Short Throw Shifter 5% Limo Tint All Windows Progress Drop Springs Rota P1's 18x8 w/ 225/40R-18 Bridgestone Potenza RE-01Rs Blacked Out Lower Bumper Blacked Out Headlights Tinted Tails Custom Painted Engine Cover By Dan Johnson SPT Battery Tie-Down SPT Oil cap WRX Pedals and Dead Pedal Custom Two-Tone Seats Autobots Logo

11-26-2009, 09:03 AM	#5
el dude Scooby Newbie Member#: 85197 Join Date: Apr 2005 Chapter/Region: MAIC Vehicle: 2002 Impreza WRX silver	Nice!! I like it a lot. That one close up kind of looks like a 99-01 civic si

11-26-2009, 09:03 AM	#6
Jim.mEh Scooby Specialist Member#: 84517 Join Date: Apr 2005 Chapter/Region: SWIC Location: PHX, AZ Vehicle: 05' Imprezilia CruiseControl Warrior	Real or Not.. that front lip has always been ugly to me..

11-26-2009, 09:12 AM	#7
Nelly Scooby Specialist Member#: 58321 Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Aurora. IL Vehicle: 2006 9-2x Aero STI Rockin' six gears!	Dude, that is amazing!! Your body shop guy needs to make a mold of your bumper! I am sure a lot of Legacy guys wouldn't mind rocking that!! Mad props to you guys! Have any front shots from further away?

11-26-2009, 09:19 AM	#8
AlpineE30M52 Scooby Newbie Member#: 222937 Join Date: Sep 2009 Chapter/Region: NWIC Location: Redmond, WA Vehicle: '07 2.5i Newport Blue Pearl	Yeah I think I would like it a lot more without that lip... Good idea though.

11-26-2009, 09:20 AM	#9
tino Scooby Specialist Member#: 43630 Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Down Under Vehicle: 2004 GT40R-built 2.5 527 whp on 91/93 pump	looks interesting, take a pic further away if u can..

11-26-2009, 09:32 AM	#10
25rsti Scooby Specialist Member#: 166324 Join Date: Dec 2007 Chapter/Region: NESIC Location: BoarderMA Vehicle: 02 Under the Knife dusty	NASTY, one of a kind

11-26-2009, 10:06 AM	#11
spatt NASIOC Supporter Member#: 187118 Join Date: Aug 2008 Chapter/Region: MWSOC Location: Trenton Ohio Vehicle: 2008 STI OBP	that turned out great!

11-26-2009, 10:42 AM	#12
07RallyRx Scooby Newbie Member#: 151095 Join Date: Jun 2007 Chapter/Region: NESIC Location: Shelton CT Vehicle: 07 WRX CGM	where you at in ct? looks hella tight

11-26-2009, 11:41 AM	#13
swiftwrx1 Scooby Specialist Member#: 72352 Join Date: Oct 2004 Chapter/Region: SCIC Location: L.A.,CA Vehicle: 06 E85 v-mount wht/bronzse WFC#555	Great job!

11-26-2009, 11:51 AM	#14
Blamecanada999 Scooby Newbie Member#: 142774 Join Date: Mar 2007 Chapter/Region: NESIC Vehicle: 2007 Impreza 2.5i OBP	Saw this thing at the OCC meet. It really does look OEM. I didn't even notice the difference until someone pointed it out to me, it was so well done.

11-26-2009, 11:56 AM	#15
Drektek Scooby Newbie Member#: 192488 Join Date: Oct 2008 Chapter/Region: MWSOC Location: NW Chicago Vehicle: 2005 WRX Platinum Silver Metallic	It may not be your thing, but i think 19s would make it look crucial! Good work, btw. Looks pretty flawless for a custom job.

11-26-2009, 12:00 PM	#16
1VIPWRX Scooby Specialist Member#: 107554 Join Date: Feb 2006 Chapter/Region: Tri-State Location: some where in washingtonville Vehicle: 03 in progress... yellow	looks good.

11-26-2009, 01:10 PM	#17
fogell Scooby Newbie Member#: 219902 Join Date: Aug 2009 Vehicle: 09 M3 Aspen White	Very unique, your friend did some good work there!

11-26-2009, 01:12 PM	#18
Hotgunz Scooby Newbie Member#: 208113 Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: North Jersey Vehicle: 2000 Impreza 2.5rs STM

11-26-2009, 01:21 PM	#19
IIdiceII Scooby Guru Member#: 90438 Join Date: Jul 2005 Chapter/Region: Tri-State Location: New York Vehicle: 02 ej257/20g'd kaaz gearbox	not liking that lip but the bumper looks perfect. great job

11-26-2009, 01:54 PM	#21
CGM6 Scooby Specialist Member#: 146911 Join Date: Apr 2007 Chapter/Region: MWSOC Location: St. Louis Vehicle: 2007 Impreza WRX SWP	you know, it's the grill making it look 99 Civic Si-ish I'm not ripping, just stating-your car looks awesome and props for doing something unique that actually looks great!

11-26-2009, 04:46 PM	#22
trex616 Scooby Specialist Member#: 132365 Join Date: Nov 2006 Chapter/Region: Tri-State Location: Tampa, Fl Vehicle: '00 WRX 312whp VF23	The bumber to hood gap could better but I honestly think you did a great job. Good to see something new and done well.

11-26-2009, 04:49 PM	#23
ipang1988 Scooby Newbie Member#: 174441 Join Date: Mar 2008 Chapter/Region: E. Canada Location: Toronto, Ontario Vehicle: 2005 AspenWhite STi WFC #416	sick!! i love it!

11-26-2009, 04:51 PM	#24
2.5i Scooby Specialist Member#: 112986 Join Date: Apr 2006 Chapter/Region: NWIC Location: Camano Island Vehicle: N/A Cam'd & Cornfed DOM TUNED 06 Impreza	You crazy mother trucker, I love it, and now I have a ton of questions for you.