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I actually got an LED strip off EBay, stuck it on the parcel shelf and ran a cable to it.. Pulled the cable off the original side light and used a header connector so I can disconnect if I remove the parcel shelf.
Works like a charm. If you position the LED strip on the invisible side of the parcel shelf (viewed from outside of course) you cannot see the source of light at all, just the light. Very nice...
BTW I also added a much needed LED light to the glove box... Bought one of those LED 'bullet' bulbs, de-soldered the caps, and stuck the led plate (its got aluminum on the back for heat dissipation) on a flat area of the glove box lid lock. Pulled power from ANY fuse from the internal fuse block as the b*stards are not switched (even accessory etc) - found this oput when wiring my dashcam, ended up getting power from the cig lighter socket (one screw to remove only).
PS yes, if you remove the parcel shelf your light is gone... but I barely ever...
Yeah, the Celsius thing is annoying. The reason I didn't get one with a USB charging port is because charging technology changes pretty quickly and has proprietary aspects. My current phone uses Quick Charge 2.0, my next one might have 3.0 or Dash Charge. I don't want to be stuck with one or two generic USB ports that won't take advantage of my phone's capability.
Adaptive charge now (9V/5V) eg for Samsung S6+... buy a cig lighter adaptive charger, pull out centre spring, solder to + and -, abd plug in any (Good!) USB charge cable... did that on me Jazz (Fit) GK. Tech changes,. I take out the modded cig lighter and put in the next...
I'm jealous that it's so nice and warm for you. Also you've got a lot of voltage shown. The most I've seen was 14.2 on OEM battery, and only 14 on Kirkland battery. I do realize that our charging system is adaptive though.
I'm jealous that it's so nice and warm for you. Also you've got a lot of voltage shown. The most I've seen was 14.2 on OEM battery, and only 14 on Kirkland battery. I do realize that our charging system is adaptive though.
Voltage reads about 0.2 too high, according to my multimeter. Temperature also looks a bit high. I spliced in a longer wire for the temperature sensor so it can actually reach into the cabin instead of being buried behind the dash, so maybe it'll be a little more accurate.
Tell me what you think of the brakelines. So far im loving them! Also, what suspension have you decided on? I foresee wheels coming into the picture soon too.
Tell me what you think of the brakelines. So far im loving them! Also, what suspension have you decided on? I foresee wheels coming into the picture soon too.
Glad you like them! I was very happy with the lines on my LS 400. Techna-Fit's lifetime warranty gives me peace of mind as well.
I'm still looking into options for coilovers. I had my eyes on Feal 441 coilovers, but Feal does not offer anything for the GK5.
Bought from AliExpress. On EBay they do not have my model - beware there are two models of fake grilles, US model are narrower, Middle East / Australia are wider.
Mounting is straightforward, you may need to push the original grilles out from the inside and remove some plastic clips from underneath on LHS (on the AU model anyway). Drill a small hole to pull the cable through upwards, remove the rear lamps (2 screws) and splice the (-) and (+park) (+brake) wires...
Au Spec Fake Grilles with LEDs
And yes i added extra lamps for the stop lights in the unused lamp sockets - about that, some other time :-) They are not very bright because the inside reflectors do not have silver coating (Au spec does not use that area, serves more as passive reflector)
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More of a project in process. Picked up a used set of OZ Racing 16X7" Ultraleggera. With Gas they cost $225. Sold the tires for $60 which dropped it down to $165. Bought a set of end caps from China and a bag of sand blast sand and have another $12 with tax so back up to $177
The red doesn't match my blue car and the center caps are messed up
I ordered a set of aluminum center caps covers from China for $4 shipped. The eBay ad said 56mm which actually turned out to be 56.75mm. Originals were 54.71mm and the recess where they fit on the wheel was 55.2 mm. They came with an adhesive backing.
I pulled off the messed up plastic part from the originals and cleaned up the cap. Stuck the new aluminum pieces on that were too big and reduced their dimeter on a lathe.
Back side showing the original part of the OZ M582 cap
I'm probably biased, but I think they'll be fine?
Next will be clean and sand blast the wheels for powder coating
I finally made it to the end of this thread, and added a -large- number of bookmarks to my list of upcoming mods :
Silver 2016 EX CVT:
Installed:
Universal Leather Steering wheel cover (nice, but makes the wheel a bit too thick. Looking at the wrap / sewn on option)
3D MaxSpider front and rear mats
OEM rear cargo cover
Cheap water resistant seat covers from amazonPlanned:LED Headlights
LED interior lights
Plastidip chrome rear trunk garnish (The LX part is now pushing $150. Gloss dip might be worth it. Debating the front chrome too, but not sure how that will hold up)
Lighter rims / better tires (after I get my use out of the new ones put on from the dealer)
Light up side sills
Leather shift knob
Under dash lighting
Better custom fit seat covers
Seat heater mod w/ OEM switches (looks very nice here!)
Side mirror heaters
Side winkers (since I'll have the parts off)
Sound reduction (Lowes roof material. What is the best bang for the buck for placement? Doors, front wheel location ?)
Better speakers w/ OEM headunit
Rear swaybar
Tint if the car ends up too hot this summer
Has anyone looked into switching the existing USB port to provide more power? It seems to charge my phone a bit too lowly, and it seems a waste to use the 12v power port
Is there any one place to detail the parts / harnesses used for making OEM-like connections for all the various lighting mods without buying the full overpriced kits ?
I finally made it to the end of this thread, and added a -large- number of bookmarks to my list of upcoming mods :
Silver 2016 EX CVT:
Installed:
Universal Leather Steering wheel cover (nice, but makes the wheel a bit too thick. Looking at the wrap / sewn on option)
3D MaxSpider front and rear mats
OEM rear cargo cover
Cheap water resistant seat covers from amazonPlanned:LED Headlights
LED interior lights
Plastidip chrome rear trunk garnish (The LX part is now pushing $150. Gloss dip might be worth it. Debating the front chrome too, but not sure how that will hold up)
Lighter rims / better tires (after I get my use out of the new ones put on from the dealer)
Light up side sills
Leather shift knob
Under dash lighting
Better custom fit seat covers
Seat heater mod w/ OEM switches (looks very nice here!)
Side mirror heaters
Side winkers (since I'll have the parts off)
Sound reduction (Lowes roof material. What is the best bang for the buck for placement? Doors, front wheel location ?)
Better speakers w/ OEM headunit
Rear swaybar
Tint if the car ends up too hot this summer
Has anyone looked into switching the existing USB port to provide more power? It seems to charge my phone a bit too lowly, and it seems a waste to use the 12v power port
Is there any one place to detail the parts / harnesses used for making OEM-like connections for all the various lighting mods without buying the full overpriced kits ?
Most of these mods I've done, so you can click my link, or ask if you need help.
12-02-2017, 12:11 AM
