how do u go from the 2003 headlight wiring to the 2010+ headlights, you must be cutting and splicing wires as physically there isnt enough plugs on that harness to accomodate those headlghts, and unless your using a different headlight pigtail the one shown in other videos is for the square glass headlights. also how do u get the bottom on the fender where t bolts on right in front of the door at the bottom to line up as mine sticks out half and inch after its bolted on at the bottom
There is definitely a slicing going on. I use the pigtail from the newer headlights and spliced it with the original harness I can upload a wiring diagram.
Hey, I am planning the same mod, but my issue is that the inner fender structure (apron assembly) on my is rusted. Do you think instead of cutting the extra metal from the inner fender for support of the outer fender, could i just use the whole inner fender from the 08+? Do you think it would bolt on to the firewall? Thanks
That was such a pain! I ended up drilling a hole from the inside of the bus then put a cap on it. Sorry about the late reply! I can send photos if you have further questions
Hey brother. Awesome build. I’m Getting ready to build mine. I was wondering what other parts I need besides the fenders, good and headlights. & what I can re use from the -2007 van. Please help, thanks I’m advance 🙏🏽
The minimum is headlight, fenders, inner core support to hold the headlights both upper and lower. I also recommend the upper metal with the latch as well.
So I have a 99 van and a wrecked 2012 van that I want to swap the front off of the new one onto the old one. I want to know exactly how hard was this. By the looks of the video it seems really hard to do. But just wanted more info on this. Thanks!
Honestly its pretty easy, you can skip the step where I weld in the risers. Your going to want the upper rad support though. Also need the latch from the donor. Overall depends on skill set. I chose to try and get all the mounts for the fender you really only need 2
Salute your talent some people have very good attachments to their vehicles so they pay any cost
how do u go from the 2003 headlight wiring to the 2010+ headlights, you must be cutting and splicing wires as physically there isnt enough plugs on that harness to accomodate those headlghts, and unless your using a different headlight pigtail the one shown in other videos is for the square glass headlights. also how do u get the bottom on the fender where t bolts on right in front of the door at the bottom to line up as mine sticks out half and inch after its bolted on at the bottom
There is definitely a slicing going on. I use the pigtail from the newer headlights and spliced it with the original harness I can upload a wiring diagram.
Hey, I am planning the same mod, but my issue is that the inner fender structure (apron assembly) on my is rusted. Do you think instead of cutting the extra metal from the inner fender for support of the outer fender, could i just use the whole inner fender from the 08+? Do you think it would bolt on to the firewall? Thanks
Awesome, been looking for this thanks so much for sharing your experience
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Was trying to figure out where to un bolt the screws for the fender but you time lasped through it
Why is that better, .. what's the advantage of new vs. old, other than more modern look?
Why? Other than cosmetic, is there a reason for this conversion?
How you losing the top screw of the passenger fender? Cause I have the same bus I’m going to start mine tomorrow
That was such a pain! I ended up drilling a hole from the inside of the bus then put a cap on it. Sorry about the late reply! I can send photos if you have further questions
Hey brother. Awesome build. I’m
Getting ready to build mine. I was wondering what other parts I need besides the fenders, good and headlights. & what I can re use from the -2007 van. Please help, thanks I’m advance 🙏🏽
The minimum is headlight, fenders, inner core support to hold the headlights both upper and lower. I also recommend the upper metal with the latch as well.
In the video the white parts are the ones I used
Fantastic, I am doing my box truck
What is the lower white bracket you put on?
how did yoou rewire the headlights
the metal radiator support is the one also from 2008+ ? hood hinges can the old ones be used?
Correct, the hood hinges are original, latch is from the donor. Radiator core support from the 2008+
So I have a 99 van and a wrecked 2012 van that I want to swap the front off of the new one onto the old one. I want to know exactly how hard was this. By the looks of the video it seems really hard to do. But just wanted more info on this. Thanks!
Honestly its pretty easy, you can skip the step where I weld in the risers. Your going to want the upper rad support though. Also need the latch from the donor. Overall depends on skill set. I chose to try and get all the mounts for the fender you really only need 2
Do you did it ?
How much would it cost to upgrade 2004 e450 ? Like that ?
Cost me about $600, but price varies.
Its the freinstien buss. Only prettier.