8.30.2009
Magic Touch 300C
I cleaned the 300C so we could go show it and Magic Touch off...
Make sure to check out Magic Touch touch sensitive handles online at www.LaFranceAutoworks.com
8.15.2009
8.13.2009
DIY Honda Fit Grille
This should be a mandatory modification for any Honda Fit owners. It will protect many vital components from damage by road debris that will not be covered under warranty.
(This how-to is for educational purposes only. I am not responsible for any damage you may cause to your vehicle.)
Step 1:
Locate the 8 fasteners.
Step 2:
To minimize damage to plastics you can wrap a flat head screwdriver in cloth.
First you pop the middle circle of the fastener.
Then you pop the body of the fastener.
Note that there are long and short fasteners, keep track of where the long ones came from.
Step 3:
Locate the 4 fasteners and 2 screws on the grille and remove them carefully.
Step 4:
I ordered 1 foot of black mesh from McMaster-Carr. It is already 3 feet wide; wide enough for the opening on the base model Honda Fit.
Cost of mesh + shipping = $6.44
I test fit the mesh and estimated I needed 8.25 inches and used a straight edge and a razor to cut off the extra.
I had some mounting bases left over in the garage. These should be easy to find at any hardware store.
I used black zip-ties to match the color of the grille and be less visible.
Step 5:
I used 13 mounting bases in various places around the opening I felt would be the best place to hold the mesh.
A mirror was helpful.
Step 6:
There will be 6 areas that stick out and would keep the mesh from laying flat against the opening.
Carefully cut openings for these to pass through the mesh.
Now zip-tie the mesh to the mounts. (This was the hardest part of the install)
Step 7:
Put everything back in reverse order.
Remember to put the long fasteners back in the proper holes.
Step back and enjoy the fruits of your labor.
(This how-to is for educational purposes only. I am not responsible for any damage you may cause to your vehicle.)
Step 1:
Locate the 8 fasteners.
Step 2:
To minimize damage to plastics you can wrap a flat head screwdriver in cloth.
First you pop the middle circle of the fastener.
Then you pop the body of the fastener.
Note that there are long and short fasteners, keep track of where the long ones came from.
Step 3:
Locate the 4 fasteners and 2 screws on the grille and remove them carefully.
Step 4:
I ordered 1 foot of black mesh from McMaster-Carr. It is already 3 feet wide; wide enough for the opening on the base model Honda Fit.
Cost of mesh + shipping = $6.44
I test fit the mesh and estimated I needed 8.25 inches and used a straight edge and a razor to cut off the extra.
I had some mounting bases left over in the garage. These should be easy to find at any hardware store.
I used black zip-ties to match the color of the grille and be less visible.
Step 5:
I used 13 mounting bases in various places around the opening I felt would be the best place to hold the mesh.
A mirror was helpful.
Step 6:
There will be 6 areas that stick out and would keep the mesh from laying flat against the opening.
Carefully cut openings for these to pass through the mesh.
Now zip-tie the mesh to the mounts. (This was the hardest part of the install)
Step 7:
Put everything back in reverse order.
Remember to put the long fasteners back in the proper holes.
Step back and enjoy the fruits of your labor.
4.23.2009
Leica D-LUX 4
Just got my Leica D-LUX 4 the other day and we are still getting introduced. Keep an eye on my photostream and I'll keep posting.
1.15.2009
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