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…
DIY: How to remove the door panels off an Acura RSX
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…
JDM DC5 power folding mirror, installed and tested (passenger side)
Today I had the rare opportunity to install and wire up the passenger side JDM DC5 power folding mirror. I’ve had these mirrors in my possession since early December 2009. The whole process took about 5 hours; at least 1…
DC5 Power Folding Mirror w/Heated feature
Time for a long belated update! In the next few days, I will be tinkering with wiring up a set of JDM DC5 power folding mirrors. The idea is to wire it up using the JDM power mirror folding switch…
DIY: OEM JDM DC5 rear taillights replacement guide (2005-2006 only)
The OEM JDM taillights is a direct swap with the USDM taillights. There are a few minor noticeable difference to be aware of. The OEM JDM taillights come with a slightly different taillight gasket. It has an adhesive backing that…
DIY: Honda OEM side marker lights install guide (video included) on your Acura RSX
Most folks install side marker lights by cutting off the 2-pin female plug from the OEM side marker lights and splicing the two wires from the lights to the corresponding wires of the front signal lights. You can do this…
DIY: How to add a UKDM Honda DC2 rear fog lamp to an RSX
As with all my recent DIY guides, I try to keep the installation of non-OEM options appear as OEM as possible. With this in mind, the steps involved are meticulous and detailed. If you do not care for OEM-spec installation…
EDM/UKDM DC2 rear fog light installed on a 2005 Acura RSX
I’ve seen ’02-’04 Acura RSX with the rear fog light installed. To date, I have not seen an ’05-’06 Acura RSX with the rear fog light installed. So, if you’re wondering what it looks like on an ’05+ RSX, click…
Review: Putco PURE LED dome lights
This is a follow-up, non-biased and comprehensive review to an earlier entry that describes the “PURE” series of LED replacement bulbs by Putco, sold through Xenon Depot / KBcarstuff. If you are in the market to replace your interior dome bulbs,…
Putco universal LED
Today I received a complimentary set of Putco LED dome lights from Steve of www.xenondepot.com / KBcarstuff to review. I’ve been intending to replace all of my car’s replaceable bulbs with lower power LED equivalents, and Steve approached me at the right…
DIY: Honda Access door visors installation guide
The Honda Access door visor is a handy accessory that allows you to cruise with your window slightly down without being blasted by wind noise. It’s especially helpful during the rain as it allows the driver to roll the window…
More Acura install guides on the way
In addition to side markers and EDM DC2 rear fog light installation guides that are planned for late December, I’ve recently picked up a complete set of JDM power folding mirrors and Honda Access window visors and will be writing…
Side marker lights that stays on and blink
I’m planning to add side marker lights to the Acura RSX. I have two options: have them stay on with the parking lights or only blink with the signal lights (they won’t turn on with the parking lights). There’s a…
DIY: How to add daytime running lights (DRL) to your RSX
This DIY mod has been updated, simplified and ported to 2010-2014 Toyota Prius. For updated instructions, read https://blog.machanon.net/2013/06/01/diy-how-to-add-daytime-running-lights-to-a-2010-2011-prius/ Ever wanted daytime running lights on your USDM Acura RSX, but can’t seem to find any do-it-yourself articles to execute the…
DIY: ’05-’06 Acura RSX taillight rewiring guide
When Acura unveiled the facelift for the 2005 RSX, many gave the minor design changes two thumbs up and a nod of approval. However, many became disappointed to learn that only 1 lens on the taillight lights up at night.…