Balancing ActA Sojourner's Thoughts

Here's another mod I've performed on the Prius, specifically useful for 2010-2011 3rd gen Prius owners, that's a spin-off from a past project done on the Acura RSX. I started this mod some time in early May, but got side tracked with the JDM Prius power folding side mirror project and then became inundated with projects at work, [...]

Here is a step-by-step DIY guide on how to install JDM power folding side mirrors onto your 2010+ 3rd gen USDM Toyota Prius or Plug-in Prius (PiP). As an added bonus, this guide includes instruction on how to wire up a set of 3-in-1 combo welcome winker LED lights. Since I've wired up JDM power [...]

This do-it-yourself guide illustrate how to install the Prius PLUS Performance rear sway bar onto your 3rd generation Prius. The installation is easier than it seems and can be performed without jacking up the car, if you're slim enough. While the installation was performed on a 2012 model, the same instruction applies to 2010-2011 and [...]

Let's start the New Year with another DIY guide for the Acura RSX. Here's another exhumed classic DIY for the 2005-2006 Acura RSX back by popular demand. This DIY installation guide completes the 3-part 2005-2006 Acura RSX OEM A-Spec underbody spoiler installation guide I've written. To see the other guides in the series, just type [...]

By popular demand, I've exhumed the photos I've taken while installing a set of 2005/2006 Acura OEM A-Spec lower side spoilers on my previous 2005 Acura RSX Type S. Instructions for installing the rear under spoiler will be added subsequently since I've located the photos for that DIY guide as well. Enjoy Allow up to [...]

If you are reading this article, chances are you own a 2012 3rd gen Toyota Prius Two, Three or Four (or you have a base model 2012 Plug-in Prius or non-Four model 2012 Prius C). Because if you own a 2012 Toyota Prius Five (or 2012 Prius C Four or 2012 Plug-in Prius Advanced), then [...]

In writing my do-it-yourself guide for adding OEM-style aftermarket fog lights onto a 2012 3rd gen Toyota Prius Two, Three or Four (non-Five models), I prepared a diagram in Adobe Illustrator to help weekend do-it-yourselfers understand the wiring component of their fog light kit. The diagram is included below but a comprehensive DIY installation guide [...]

After a long hiatus from blogging, due to time constraint, I am back and will start today's entry off with a comprehensive do-it-yourself guide to wire up a pair of JDM DC5 Integra power folding mirrors onto your USDM Acura RSX. The beauty of this project is it does not require you to slice or [...]

There are times when you need to access the door frame. Replacing your OEM speaker is usually the primary reason, but you may also need to remove the glass, replace the actuators or remove your mirror. This guide will show you how to remove the door panel from your Acura RSX. To remove your door [...]

This is part three of a three part install series. Allow up to an hour and 45 minutes to complete this install. If you have an assistant, it will take you approximately one hour with all the right tools. Before we proceed with the install, let's make sure that all the parts are received: 7 [...]