Modification To Fit Front Bar

[linxus40]

A friend of mine removed his front reinforcement bar(on a 180) which is very similar to what you are proposing.

On a crash of about 30-40kph he lost he FMIC, radiator, fan and a few other fun yet expensive bits. How bout looking at a GTR reinforcement bar, my 32 had a gtr bar and was set up perfectly for what you are trying to do.

Worth a thought.

Edited September 9, 2005 by linxus40

[Nozila]

you will find that the reinforcement bar has bolts that hold it onto the car. this means that even if you cut it and was later discovered by the authorities (i dont know why they'll take your front bar of in the first place) you can find another reinforcement bar, that hasnt been cut, and replace it with that instead. theres no need to dwell on whether to cut it or not as it can be replaced if need be in the future.

[ix9]

I cut the bar on mine, as there was no way in hell the FMIC would fit on there without removing it.

Problem solved, end of story.

P.S. I also modded the stock Type-M Bar for more airflow by cutting the bumper.

P.P.S. Went over the pits at inspection time and they said it was fine - not illegal in WA

[Ronin 09]

That's fantastic. Now what happens when another car stacks into him and is maimed as a result? Should he then replace the reo? It's amazing what people will do but don't consider their own safety.

you will find that the reinforcement bar has bolts that hold it onto the car. this means that even if you cut it and was later discovered by the authorities (i dont know why they'll take your front bar of in the first place) you can find another reinforcement bar, that hasnt been cut, and replace it with that instead. theres no need to dwell on whether to cut it or not as it can be replaced if need be in the future.

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[lordsnipe]

As a side note guys, what do you use to cut the actual bumper? (ie the slats) It's all plastic so would a hacksaw or jigsaw be up to the job?

[alpinestars]

a jig saw is good also angle grinder is good aswell

i had to trim my reinforcement bar aswell as my cooler couldnt fit

[Dee 33]

Thanks guys I've decided to cut it up.

For reference as people asked, I have a Garrett Fmic Kit and thus the cooler fit in behind the bumper support with no cuts needed.

However, about damage in a crash; The bottom half of the bumper support which is the piece I want to cut off is actually touching the cooler so any impact whatsoever on the bumper support WILL result in damage to the cooler.

It's like this; |-|| where |- is the bumper support and || is the cooler from side view. The sharp edge on the bottom of the bumper support will literally slice right into the cooler with any movement thus my cooler will actually end up being "safer" with that piece removed. Keep in mind that as explained in my pic, I only plan to remove the bottom section of the support. The stronger, upper section will still be there and if need be in the future, I can have this reinforced.

And to answer another question someone asked, I can cut the front bar and it will fit on but as seen in my pictures, the bottom half of the bumper support will cross right throught the middle of the opening in the front bar covering half of the cooler. I've lined the bar up at home and had a look. It looks terrible.

And if I ever need it replaced, I'll just buy a new one because as mentioned by someone else, it is bolted on to the chasis.

Thanks all for your feedback and discussions. It was very worthwhile to me and I now understand the risk I am taking. I'll get some pics up when the bar is fitted.

Edited September 13, 2005 by Dee 33