I'm trying to figure out what I need from here to swap my rear end to an AP1 bumper: http://www.hondaautomotiveparts.com/...S&vinsrch=null

Obviously I need the bumper itself and a tow hook cover, but are there any other AP1-specific bolts/brackets/etc. that I'll need? Thanks in advance

 

You'll have some adjusting to do on the bottom edge of the bumper and as well you will perhaps have to drilll a couple of new hanger holes on the wheel opening face of the bumper skin because the hanger is longer for the AP2 than the AP! . I think other than these it should go ok.

 

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Yeah, all you need is the bumper. Like posted above, you'll have to drill different holes along the inside of the wheel well where the bumper mounts. Also, the AP1 bumper sits about 2 inches higher than an AP2, so you'll either have to completely remove the two bottom brackets where the bumper mounts to, or have them cut, moved up a couple inches, and welded.

I just did what many have done on this site... Get behind the car, and use your foot to gently and slightly push the brackets back and out of the way. That way, you won't be able to see them from the rear side of the car, and the bumper won't be rubbing against them. Mine has been set up like this for a couple years now with no issues. The bumper has many other mounting points, so leaving just those two empty won't do any harm.

 

Thanks, very helpful. Our cars are looking more and more alike with each mod I do, I guess I admire your taste