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Old 01-16-2013, 06:52 PM
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Originally Posted by krunk13
I broke my bulb retainer clip while installing my Osram Nightbreakers. I didn't even put pressure on it I just opened it, switched out the bulb, went to close it , and then heard a popping noise followed by the sound of me calling my car a SOB.
Did you break the metal, or the part holding it in? If it's the hinge, it's just a screw that holds it down into a plastic slot. If you lost the screw, then find something slightly larger and tap into that spot with the clip held in there. It's all pretty sturdy, so I'm not sure if/how you actually broke the metal, because you can't get any of these parts from Honda without buying the whole assembly.
 
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Old 01-16-2013, 09:35 PM
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Im pretty sure the plastic broke. I cant get a good angle to see in there because the washer reservoir is in the way. the clip popped off and I heard something fall but the screw is still there.
 
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Old 01-17-2013, 12:00 AM
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Hmm, good luck. Not sure what that could be.
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Finished up the headlights. As can be seen, the difference is almost imperceptible, but one is brighter than the other. No change in color temp. Was hoping for a little whiter, but they certainly seem to be functional!

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While I had the center console still out from the shift boot adjustment and short shifter, I redid the LEDs to be more secure and pointed the right directions. They are nowhere near this blue and intense in person. The camera just can't pick it up without a me doing a more careful manual exposure with a tripod.

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Fun night!
 
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Old 01-17-2013, 10:51 PM
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I replaced my interior and license plate lights with LEDs tonight. so much brighter!
 
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Old 01-18-2013, 01:23 PM
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Originally Posted by Jephu
Finished installing leds for the interior, license plate and reverse.

DIY:

Interior

Cup Holder

Reverse

Where did you get the lights? AND do you happen to have the part numbers?
Thanks!
 
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Old 01-18-2013, 04:59 PM
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Originally Posted by Bisquick
Where did you get the lights? AND do you happen to have the part numbers?
Thanks!
Front map lights: 31MM
Dome light: 31MM
Cup holder: T5
Cargo: T10
License Plate: T10
Reverse: T10

You should be able to find them online. The ones on the video were salvaged led parts from my Accord.

Just search for Led Panel boards. Each board comes with 3 different adapter.

And for the reverse light, I'm using the T10 CREE led.


*** FYI, I noticed that the dome and the cargo light they stay dimly lit for about 30min after the door is closed. This is a common problem with leds and the solution is adding resistors in parallel . It really doesn't bother me and I know the battery will be fine but I will post a video on how to solve the dimly lit problem soon. It requires a trip to radio shack for a packet of resistors.
 

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Old 01-19-2013, 12:09 AM
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Took pictures....

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Old 01-19-2013, 04:22 AM
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I will make another video during the day for better view.

http://www.radioshack.com/product/in...ductId=2062323
 

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Old 01-19-2013, 08:47 AM
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Originally Posted by Jephu
THANK YOU! it bugged me that mine stayed that way after it goes off.
 
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Old 01-19-2013, 06:49 PM
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Tanabe sustecs goin in wednesday
 
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Old 01-21-2013, 08:42 AM
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Originally Posted by hayden
Took pictures....

Love this! Any suspensions mods?
 
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Old 01-21-2013, 08:46 AM
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I'm looking to get some OG axis rims for my 2009 fit GE. Is this possible and what are the dimensions..... Sorry for getting off subjects guys.
 
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Old 01-22-2013, 09:38 AM
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i put my stocks back on today im trying to sell my CCWS
 
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Old 01-22-2013, 09:44 AM
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Originally Posted by preci0uzxstar
i put my stocks back on today im trying to sell my CCWS
Damn ! U probably wanting cash huh? I'm trying to sell mine as well, (bbs) but which ccw u getting rid off? No chance in trading? (If specs are what I'm looking for and vise versa) glws either way man
 
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Old 01-22-2013, 12:38 PM
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Washed it and finally got rid of all the hard water spots on the windows.


 
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Old 01-22-2013, 02:02 PM
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^ I recommend using vinegar to remove water spots from glass. Just wipe and you're done, no rubbing necessary. Then I go over it again with a damp towel so the glass doesn't smell like vinegar.
 
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Old 01-22-2013, 04:04 PM
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After being on the Swift springs for a week I had an alignment. All is well and I'm in the green and ready to ride.
 
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Old 01-22-2013, 09:17 PM
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Old 01-22-2013, 09:25 PM
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saw this at.....Tokyo Auto Salon 2013 (Tokyo, Japan): Part 2 | Canibeat....and I also washed my taffeta

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Old 01-22-2013, 10:55 PM
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Wow...sweet Fit!!
 


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