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2011 Acura TSX – Replacing Stock Light Bulbs with LED Bulbs

Sunday, November 13th, 2011

2011-11-13 Updated

2011-10-02 Initial Post

I just got a 2011 Acura TSX the other week and couldn't wait to replace some of the stock light bulbs with bright, white LEDs. I got the daytime running light kit (LED_SKU45_R2 - Xenon White 9005 HB3 LED Daytime Running Light Bulbs + DRL Decoder Kit For Acura TL TSX RDX MDX ZDX Honda Accord Civic Odyssey Pilot CR-Z) and interior + license plate kit (PKG_ACURA_SMD_16 - iJDMTOY 7 Lights Wide Angle Shine Deluxe SMD LED Interior/Complete Package for 2009 and up Acura TSX) from iJDM Toy. You can also check Amazon for similar kits or just a specific bulb.

I haven't seen any TSXes (of any model year) in my area that have the LED DRLs. I check out every TSX on the road, and it'd be pretty obvious if they had these. So I'm probably one of the first in this area.

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2011 Acura TSX Door / Window Visor Installation

Saturday, November 12th, 2011

2011-11-12 Initial post

I posted some pics which should help others who want to install the factory OEM 2011 Acura TSX window visors (part number 08R04-TL2-200). You can get the install instructions from here. Since the TSX didn't change much from 2009 - 2012, this should also be the same on 2009, 2010, and 2012 model years. (more...)

Installing a Hanging Pot Rack – Range Kleen CW6001R

Saturday, August 20th, 2011

2011-08-20 Initial Post

The other week my wife got the Range Kleen CW6001R pot rack. The construction and steel look very good, but I was not very happy to find that the package did not include toggle anchors, but the instructions advised the customer to go to a home improvement store to get one if necessary. (more...)

Roof Rail / Rack / Cross Bar and Accessories

Tuesday, August 9th, 2011

2011-08-09 Updated

2010-06-25 Initial Post

This is an interesting area that I looked into last year when I got a bike rack for my 2009 Subaru Tribeca. The term “roof rack” basically refers to the basic rail and cross bar system on a vehicle’s roof. In most cases, you need the rails and cross bars in place before you can install accessories such as a bike or ski carrier (these are generally referred to as “bike rack” and “ski rack,” respectively). (more...)

Manual-gardening Tools

Wednesday, July 20th, 2011

2011-07-20 Updated
2010-06-04 Initial Post

Here’s a list of the main tools that I use for gardening (besides the typical shovels and rakes). I don’t use any machines primarily because I need the exercise—I have an office job where I sit most of the day, so I welcome any chance to perform some manual labor. Also, it makes one feel closer to the earth and the plants.

Before I begin, I'd like to offer one bit of advice: Don't ever leave your tools outside--the sun and rain will wear them down quicker, especially the wooden handles. Treat your tools with respect by cleaning them periodically and storing them indoors or in a well ventilated, covered area.
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