AU to BA front end conversion kit

XRQTR · 03-07-2009, 07:02 PM

I spoke with the guys that make these kits to convert your AU front end into a BA earlier today, if you've been thinking about trading in your AU ute for a BA why spend up to $10,000+ to trade up.Just think about all the dollars you've already spent just to get your AU driving, riding and running just the way you want, now imagine losing all that PLUS the trade in, so really you could be losing more like $15,000-$20,000+.

Do you really want to start all over again and spend many thousands more on the next car on top of whatever the trade up price is, so there goes another $15K-$20K, don't know about you but I didn't win the $53M this week.

For a fraction of the cost of trading up as well as the other money you'd lose you can now give your car a facelift and have a late model look to give you the new car feel you want.

I forgot the best bit though, these kits are fully ADR approved and legal for road use, each comes with a certificate of approval so you won't have any probs with the boys in blue.

You can get them with a smooth bonnet also if you prefer but why not be different, the guards will really make you stand out and the fluted bonnet, everyone will be wondering what you're packing under the bulge

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The price will be around the $2500 mark supply only (paint and fitting extra) and that includes headlights and fitting brackets for the headlight conversion, you can get them in either the flat bottomed XT/Fairmont lights or the XR/FPV scalloped front bar. So you get the bonnet, both guards, front bar of your choice, either BA or BF FPV style, and a certificate of approval to keep you out of trouble.

As you can see they also do the sides skirts and a rear Talon/TE style bar as well to finish it off for the sedans if anyone is looking for something a little different on their Forte or Fairmont now you can have it.

This would be great for those thinking about doing a BA/F GT/F6 style wagon, a V8 wagon with a GT front at a very friendly price.

Anyway here are some pics, let me know what you think.

**Mont5.0** · 03-07-2009, 07:19 PM

do they make them with out the holes in the bonnet and the guards?

blownv8au · 03-07-2009, 08:33 PM

that would be awesome but how does it fit, do you have to cut out radiator support panel and any other mods. i have wanted to do this for a while but read on here its more trouble than its worth. and how much are we talking unpainted.

blownv8au · 03-07-2009, 08:38 PM

ha must have missed price.

MrXr6Tickford · 03-07-2009, 10:26 PM

Top idea!! Good price aswell

XRQTR · 04-07-2009, 09:29 AM

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Originally Posted by pjm58

that would be awesome but how does it fit, do you have to cut out radiator support panel and any other mods. i have wanted to do this for a while but read on here its more trouble than its worth. and how much are we talking unpainted.

Their is an add on section/replacement for the rad support, the bonnet has been redone to fit the AU hinges. the lights come with adaptor kit as you use the actual BA lights which you can buy fromany dealer or wrecker but need the adaptor kit.

As for the bonnet and gurads they do the flat bonnet I'm sure she said but didn't ask about the guards, I can check Monday if you're keen.

XRQTR · 04-07-2009, 09:33 AM

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Originally Posted by MrXr6Tickford

Top idea!! Good price aswell

I certainly think so as well, this is great for anyone that has been thinking about trading up but then weighing up the costs involved plus the money already poured into their AU and well it just wouldn't be cost effective. This gives you the best of both worlds, you can have a later model look but not lose all the money you've already spent on mods.

It would of course as I said suit mostly ute and wagon owners, that's not to say that sedan owners won't, just not as many I guess.

Hey guys if you're missus has been on your back to update the family wagon and it just happens to be an AU, then this could definitely be an option for you.

JC · 04-07-2009, 09:59 AM

This isn't from Phat customs is it? Are those side panels fibreglass?

I'm not sure about anyone else, but i wouldn't upgrade a car for looks alone. Nice idea, but i doubt it will be a volume seller.

GeoNazi · 04-07-2009, 10:21 AM

Any pictures of these things on an au?

kenz · 04-07-2009, 10:22 AM

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Originally Posted by JC

This isn't from Phat customs is it? Are those side panels fibreglass?

I'm not sure about anyone else, but i wouldn't upgrade a car for looks alone. Nice idea, but i doubt it will be a volume seller.

Its from Blitz Bodykits on the Gold Coast. All the panels are glass. I dont mind the look of the side panels. They also make a custom ute rear bar that Ive never seen anywhere else but I think it would only look good with a v8 supercar front end...

blownv8au · 04-07-2009, 10:26 AM

if its phat customs i dont want a bar of it i have not heard good things. How much is this add on rad support or does it come with kit, can you get standard guards and normal hump bonnet.

blownv8au · 04-07-2009, 10:33 AM

gee you guys are quick im trying to reply on my phone at work lol. Ill 2nd v8 supercar bumper.

XRQTR · 04-07-2009, 12:55 PM

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Originally Posted by kenz

Its from Blitz Bodykits on the Gold Coast. All the panels are glass. I dont mind the look of the side panels. They also make a custom ute rear bar that Ive never seen anywhere else but I think it would only look good with a v8 supercar front end...

Correct, no it's not from Phat in Dandenong mate it is from Blits, these guys have done the hard yards and you guys benefit because you can legally have them on your car which also means no probs (minimal anyway depending on company) with insurance.

The rear bar for the ute I mentioned to them and I think they are currently getting it ready for the sedan which another couple of members on here have asked for, V8 Suoercar full kit that is, and it would look quite good on a ute, the sides are basically the same as the DJR side skirts.

The guards I'll most likely be putting on my F6 very soon and I have also spoken to the guys there about getting new products made of my design which will be also ADR approved, so great news for all really as so far my biggest hurdle has been the costs involved with prototyping.

Keep an eye on this section for further info on new products that will be coming out from TBA Customs design studios LOL.

XRQTR · 04-07-2009, 12:57 PM

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Originally Posted by pjm58

gee you guys are quick im trying to reply on my phone at work lol. Ill 2nd v8 supercar bumper.

With the conversion kit you could also go for the V8 Supercar front bar as well, so really give your AU a facelift and then some.

**Mont5.0** · 04-07-2009, 06:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Mont5.0

do they make them with out the holes in the bonnet and the guards?

??- this will be a deciding factor i reacon as the extra holes look way too busy!!

XRQTR · 05-07-2009, 08:21 AM

I'm pretty sure they said they do the flat bonnet, but didn't ask for the guards, look at the end of the day it's all about being different really anyway but ye I guess if you want to do a factory look it won't suit your needs.

I'll check it out, leave it with me.

bloggs24 · 05-07-2009, 04:13 PM

I will preach to the quality from these guys, i got a mate of mine in contact with them, he got the bonnet bulge + vents on his BA XR6 and the quality is mint, i will upload some photos of it.

Cookie-XR8 · 05-07-2009, 05:03 PM

i wanted to do this on my au but never got around to it

XRQTR · 05-07-2009, 06:41 PM

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Originally Posted by bloggs24

I will preach to the quality from these guys, i got a mate of mine in contact with them, he got the bonnet bulge + vents on his BA XR6 and the quality is mint, i will upload some photos of it.

That's great news bud, it only makes me feel more confident in my decision to do business with them, please post any pics you have by all means.

XRQTR · 06-07-2009, 11:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Mont5.0

do they make them with out the holes in the bonnet and the guards?

Just got confirmation they do make these with the standard flat bonnet and standard look guards, the price is the same though.

Hope that helps.

blownv8au · 24-07-2009, 01:45 AM

is there any more info on kit ie instalation of rad support is it diy or is it major cut and shut. can we get the bonnet with standard hump, and who do we contact for more information or to purchase a kit.

blueoval · 24-07-2009, 10:54 AM

Do you have any more pics of the red car in its entirety? i.e. include the back half of the car in the picture as well as the converted front.

Thanks

Crazymaori · 03-09-2009, 06:12 PM

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Mo...-239736880.htm
here are some pretty pics of an AU - BA front end conversion

Crazymaori · 04-09-2009, 07:59 PM

Sorry bout the last post. I should have posted pics, not a link to an auction. Unfortunately this car was an xr6, not an xr8 like the bulge would suggest. nice looking car though. Below is the description that was on the website of the guys who did the work.

This is a superbly modified AU model car with a custom BA model on the front. It includes custom shaved door handles, a custom paint job, custom exhaust, custom made rear bumper and side skirts and the list goes on! The wheels are 19" rear 275/30/19 and front 245/35/19. Loads of custom work!

Body: Custom Orange 4 Door Sedan

Fuel Type: Petrol

Engine: 6 Cylinder Automatic

Features: ASB Brakes, Air conditioning, Alarm, Central Locking,
Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Power Steering, Towbar,
Police Spec Computer, XR6 Suspension.

Lukeyson · 05-09-2009, 01:01 AM

Look at how high the front bar is ^^^^^

Certainly put alot of time and $$$ into it.

amiers · 06-09-2009, 06:55 AM

Anyone good at photo shopping? i would like to see an AU Fairlane with the BA front on it. i have thought about it but i think the rear is too square for the sleeker front.

Rapps · 08-03-2010, 06:12 PM

So can we get a radiator support from wrecker as well as front clip and graft it on?

Travisty FTT · 21-09-2010, 08:21 PM

Looks like a nice future upgrade for my AU. Might start saving now though as its going to be a bloody long time before I can fork out that much. Haha.

frd906 · 21-09-2010, 08:34 PM

theres a ba xr8 red one, sedan, running around beaudesert with the same guards and bonnet and front bar, looks preety good imo

robbyj · 21-09-2010, 11:48 PM

So just confirming, Headlights are included. And say choosing the BF FPV bar over the BA bar doesnt alter the price??
Been interested in a body kit for a while.