I’ve decided to prepare well in advance for my 6-day solo 650+ mile road trip from Los Angeles to Crescent City northern California, and a final day penetrating the Oregon border and crossing into Brookings, OR. So in preparation with…
Great Eats: Wakasaya, Los Angeles, CA
I am a big fan of Japanese cuisine. In particular, anything within the sushi / sashimi paradigm is a green light for me. So when I took the Six Taste Gastronaut food tour in LA three weeks aback and tried only a…
Sojourning schedule for December
The trip will begin after a short vacation in Solvang and Cayucos, spanning a total of 6 days with the 6th day being the return day. Through the trip, I will be making three stops: Carmel-by-the-Sea, Shelter Cove and then…
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…
New photos: Moonstone Beach and Cambria, CA
The original plan was to make a three town pitstop on October 31st, including Morrro Bay, Cayucos and Cambria. Unfortunately, I failed to realize that an entire day is required to fully appreciate the unique personality of each town. For…
Six Taste’s Little Tokyo Gastronaut Food Tour
I’ve never been on a food tour before and decided to check this one out on a whim from the recommendation of my sister. Suffice to say, I had a great time! The tour was well organized, giving tour goers…
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.…
Coastal California photo series
Excuse the slight mess as I dust off the cover and prepare this blog for consistent updates. I am still deciding on the appropriate theme to use. Amidst the mess, I will be creating a new photo series that pays…
Let’s give this another shot
Okay, so I’ve been through many failed attempts at creating and managing a personal web presence. I think I may have finally gotten my act together and thrown some key ingredients in the black cauldron with satisfactory results! Most of…
DIY: How to install Acura OEM A-Spec front underbody spoiler (aka front lip) on your 2005-2006 RSX
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…