Series 1 to series 2/3 question

fordman_01 · 01-01-2008, 05:08 PM

hey, i was wondering whether a series 2/3 bonnet and boot would just swap over with a series 1 bonnet and boot. is this possible or will there be too much problems with it. i take it that the boot might not be too difficult but the bonnet might need different parts so it will

has any one else done this to there series 1 falcon?

thanks neil

Chamelion · 01-01-2008, 05:35 PM

I would immagine you'll need a bonnet and grille. I don't believe there is any other difference. I could be proven wrong though. ;)

FGII-XR6 · 01-01-2008, 05:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Chamelion

I would immagine you'll need a bonnet and grille. I don't believe there is any other difference. I could be proven wrong though. ;)

100% correct you just need the right grill and no dramas

JC · 01-01-2008, 06:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Chamelion

I would immagine you'll need a bonnet and grille. I don't believe there is any other difference. I could be proven wrong though. ;)

You need bonnet and latch. You don't really need the grille, as the grille just fills a void, and the AU1 grille will fill 3/4 of it - yes, it would look funny, but it's more of a want than a need. Without the right latch, though, you will never get the bonnet open again once you shut it.

There is no difference between an AU1 boot and AU2/3 boot. The trim attached to the boot is different, but you can change that without needing to change the whole boot.

Why do you ask?

FGII-XR6 · 01-01-2008, 08:16 PM

there is no difference in the latches

JC · 02-01-2008, 02:22 AM

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Originally Posted by au3xr6

there is no difference in the latches

Actually, there is - not the part attached to the bonnet, but the handle attached to the radiator support panel. The AU2 one is taller and a different shape. If you don't believe me, fit an AU2 bonnet using the AU1 latch, and then try opening it. (If you do try this, I would recommend NOT fitting the grille if you ever want to get your bonnet open again)

Chamelion · 02-01-2008, 02:57 AM

Latch too then. Learn something new every day.

RG · 02-01-2008, 03:07 AM

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Originally Posted by JC

Actually, there is - not the part attached to the bonnet, but the handle attached to the radiator support panel. The AU2 one is taller and a different shape. If you don't believe me, fit an AU2 bonnet using the AU1 latch, and then try opening it. (If you do try this, I would recommend NOT fitting the grille if you ever want to get your bonnet open again)

This is true, wrecker sold me an AUII one for my XR and I couldn't close the bonnet because of the handle.

fordman_01 · 02-01-2008, 11:05 AM

Why do you ask?[/QUOTE]

because i have seen a series 2 falcon for wrecking and was thinking about changing things over. and because i really want a chrome grille

fordman_01 · 02-01-2008, 11:07 AM

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Originally Posted by JC

Actually, there is - not the part attached to the bonnet, but the handle attached to the radiator support panel. The AU2 one is taller and a different shape. If you don't believe me, fit an AU2 bonnet using the AU1 latch, and then try opening it. (If you do try this, I would recommend NOT fitting the grille if you ever want to get your bonnet open again)

so JC all i would need to do i swap the latches over aswell? or would i need to modify something? hope its easy

fordman_01 · 02-01-2008, 11:08 AM

thanks for your help so far guys

JC · 02-01-2008, 11:28 AM

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Originally Posted by fordman_01

so JC all i would need to do i swap the latches over aswell? or would i need to modify something? hope its easy

Just swap the latches over. The old one is held in with 2 bolts, and the cable clips in - undo the bolts, lift the assembly up and unclip the cable, then install the new one.

fordman_01 · 02-01-2008, 11:55 AM

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Originally Posted by JC

Just swap the latches over. The old one is held in with 2 bolts, and the cable clips in - undo the bolts, lift the assembly up and unclip the cable, then install the new one.

thanks mate, sounds pretty easy...well hopefully. o i got another question how does the new grille fit in after i put the bonnet on, do i just use the same holes as a series 1 grille?

thanks neil

JC · 02-01-2008, 02:56 PM

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Originally Posted by fordman_01

thanks mate, sounds pretty easy...well hopefully. o i got another question how does the new grille fit in after i put the bonnet on, do i just use the same holes as a series 1 grille?

thanks neil

Yep - same holes.

fordman_01 · 02-01-2008, 05:50 PM

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Originally Posted by JC

Yep - same holes.

sweet cheers