DIY Parking Pole on LHD Civic
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June 2010 ROTM
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DIY Parking Pole on LHD Civic
This is if you want to mount your super sweet JDM yo parking pole on the passenger’s side for a LHD Civic. This way the pole can actually be of use and not be just a JDM goodie.
This DIY is done with an EG switch (up and down toggle switch) and an EG pole.
Quick Operation Vid:
When extend, the tip lights up:
Suggested Tools:
-Dremel
-Soldering Iron
-Heat Shrink Tubing
-Screw Drivers
-Safety Glasses
Wiring:
The pole will have 4 wires coming from it:
Yellow/Red – connect to Yellow/Red on Switch
Yellow/White – connect to Yellow/White on Switch
Red – connect to Red wire on Parking Light
Black – connect to Black wire on Parking Light
The switch will have 4 wires coming from it:
Yellow/Green - connect to ignition +12 volts
Black – connect to ground
Yellow/White – connect to Yellow/White on Pole
Yellow/Red - connect to Yellow/White on Pole
If you get a used pole you’ll probably have to extend the wiring. Properly solder and shrink tube the connections.
Modifications:
Since the mounting bracket is set up for a RHD vehicle you’ll have to bend it the opposite of how it is currently bent. Keep the same angle.
Now, I tried a bunch of different ways of mounting the pole (that's why there a ton of holes in it). It seemed that the best way was the use all the original holes. I also cut the bracket and bent the edge a little for better fitment.
If your pole didn’t come with the security nut that mounts on top on the bumper you can make one. Here’s the one I had to make. I found a hard plastic grommet and used a dremel to get it to the right size. For structural integrity, I used epoxy to fill the voids. Also, not pictured, I cut two notches on the top for installation and removal.
Original piece on the left, modified piece on the right:
Install Steps:
1. Remove bumper.
2. Line up where pole will come out and mark it.
3. Cut hole in bumper, BE CAREFUL, you one get on chance.
4. Mount Bracket to Fog light bracket and screw tight the top security nut.
5. Connect the wiring to the corner light and run the other wires into the cabin and connect accordingly.
6. Enjoy your Super Sweet JDM Yo Parking Pole!
This DIY is done with an EG switch (up and down toggle switch) and an EG pole.
Quick Operation Vid:
When extend, the tip lights up:
Suggested Tools:
-Dremel
-Soldering Iron
-Heat Shrink Tubing
-Screw Drivers
-Safety Glasses
Wiring:
The pole will have 4 wires coming from it:
Yellow/Red – connect to Yellow/Red on Switch
Yellow/White – connect to Yellow/White on Switch
Red – connect to Red wire on Parking Light
Black – connect to Black wire on Parking Light
The switch will have 4 wires coming from it:
Yellow/Green - connect to ignition +12 volts
Black – connect to ground
Yellow/White – connect to Yellow/White on Pole
Yellow/Red - connect to Yellow/White on Pole
If you get a used pole you’ll probably have to extend the wiring. Properly solder and shrink tube the connections.
Modifications:
Since the mounting bracket is set up for a RHD vehicle you’ll have to bend it the opposite of how it is currently bent. Keep the same angle.
Now, I tried a bunch of different ways of mounting the pole (that's why there a ton of holes in it). It seemed that the best way was the use all the original holes. I also cut the bracket and bent the edge a little for better fitment.
If your pole didn’t come with the security nut that mounts on top on the bumper you can make one. Here’s the one I had to make. I found a hard plastic grommet and used a dremel to get it to the right size. For structural integrity, I used epoxy to fill the voids. Also, not pictured, I cut two notches on the top for installation and removal.
Original piece on the left, modified piece on the right:
Install Steps:
1. Remove bumper.
2. Line up where pole will come out and mark it.
3. Cut hole in bumper, BE CAREFUL, you one get on chance.
4. Mount Bracket to Fog light bracket and screw tight the top security nut.
5. Connect the wiring to the corner light and run the other wires into the cabin and connect accordingly.
6. Enjoy your Super Sweet JDM Yo Parking Pole!
Last edited by danomatic93; May 18, 2009 at 06:22 AM.
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June 2010 ROTM
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LOL, honestly it's a JDM toy...
...But It's purpose it is aid in parallel parking and indicate where the front corner of the car is for tight situations.
This pole hides when not in use. But when it is needed, use the switch to extend it (when extended the light turns on) and you can see where that front corner is. That way you don't have to worry about hitting cars, objects, people...
...Luckily I know how to drive, so the pole it purely decoration for me. But for others that fail at life, it is necessary.
So, yes, it's a little gizmo that is for the most part unnecessary. BUT IT'S SOOOO SUPER SWEET JDM YO!! lol
...But It's purpose it is aid in parallel parking and indicate where the front corner of the car is for tight situations.
This pole hides when not in use. But when it is needed, use the switch to extend it (when extended the light turns on) and you can see where that front corner is. That way you don't have to worry about hitting cars, objects, people...
...Luckily I know how to drive, so the pole it purely decoration for me. But for others that fail at life, it is necessary.
So, yes, it's a little gizmo that is for the most part unnecessary. BUT IT'S SOOOO SUPER SWEET JDM YO!! lol
