So my door actuator just failed on my third generation Prius and I found Steve's excellent post on how to remove the door panel (here) and used it to get me half way there. Here's a “Part Two" for anyone…
Tutorial: How to update the firmwares on your IP Camera
EDIT: I no longer own this camera and recently have upgraded all my cameras to Nest Cam IQ indoor and outdoor cameras. This is a follow-up to the article on how to set up an IP Camera on a Mac…
DIY: How to buy and import JDM car parts directly from Japan
NOTE: Due to ever-evolving technology and services, pay attention to individual services' terms, fee schedules and guidelines as they may have changed since the writing of this article. The advent of the internet and social media has continued to make…
Tutorial: How to set up an IP camera on Apple Mac OS X
I am writing this tutorial because of the lack of available support for Apple Mac OS X users like myself who are interested in setting up an Easy N Tech branded IP cameras for external access. The fact that the…
DIY: How to Add Fog Lights to a 2012+ Prius, Plug-in Prius
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…
DIY: How to remove the front bumper off a 3rd gen Prius
Removing the bumper of the 2012 3rd gen Prius is pretty straight forward, just remove all the screws, clips and bolts securing the bumper onto the frame. Unlike the RSX, the Prius has a total of 26-27 screws, bolts and…
2012+ 3rd gen Toyota Prius Five lower radiator sub-assembly grille
I placed an order for a front bumper sub-assembly lower radiator grille with fog light openings for the 2012 3rd Gen Prius Frive from Toyota Parts Zone using the part number supplied by Sean (aka sfv41901) at Priuschat.com. I received that…
DIY: How to change and replace the cabin filters in the Acura RSX
Here's a simple DIY instruction on how to replace your interior cabin/heater blower air filter elements. The filters are located within the filter frame just above the glove box inside of your dashboard. The filter element part number is 80292-S5D-A01 and…
DIY: Injen cold air intake installation guide for 2002-2006 Acura RSX Type-S manual 6-speed
Small update for June. Here is a comprehensive guide I've written back in January 2009 on how to install an Injen cold air intake system onto your 2002-2006 Acura RSX Type-S 6-speed. Allow approximately 2-3 hours to complete this project.…
DIY: How to install JDM power side folding mirrors on an RSX
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 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…
