The Sony XAV-AX4000 or XAV-AX6000 should be good options to choose from. Just keep in mind that you would also need to purchase an iDatalink Maestro kit in order to keep your factory steering wheel controls (which would cost extra $$$).

@@LevelUpMechanics both look amazing. Unfortunately, slightly out of the budget , is there any models possibly in the 2-300 range ?. Or should I just save up for one of those models ?

@Student2024.4 You could always look into any of the Chinese "tablet style" stereo units that are floating around on Amazon / Ebay. They usually have wireless Apple CarPlay / Android Auto options & are usually compatible with your factory sound system components... the only downside is that the Chinese brands can be hit or miss (as far as quality). I actually have one of these tablet-style head units in my Toyota Tacoma, and I have not experienced any issues so far. Plus, they are more affordable than "name brand" stereos. 😁👍

I'm glad to hear it! The installation is pretty straightforward, so you shouldn't have any issues 😁👍. Let me know how it goes!

I appreciate it 😁👍. Thanks!

Thanks! I appreciate it 😁👍. I have a ton of Civic projects still waiting for me to complete. Just gotta find the time ⏲️.

I haven't had any issues with the intake. No CEL, no DTC'S, nothin'. 😁👍

Agreed 👍. Now I just need to fix the concrete floor and add some A/C 😁.

I'm planning to install the supercharger at the end of July 😁👍

That sucks. It's definitely frustrating when you run into issues with aftermarket parts 😡.

Thanks! 😁👍

I do have a Civic speaker upgrade video on my channel if you want to check it out 😁👍

Thanks! I appreciate it 😁👍.

There is only one catalytic converter 👍

There is only one catalytic converter for the exhaust system on this Civic 😁👍

I mean, you could... but I don't think it would be cost-effective to do so.

@LevelUpMechanics I have the Navi radio head unit already, just wasn't sure if the installation would be that much of a hassle

@Nessamor I'm not 100% sure that it would be "plug and play." The wiring layout for the radio connectors may be different, if I remember correctly.

The bed retainer clip just snaps out, and the new one just snaps in. The wire harness connectors up front are all different sizes / shapes, so there really isn't a way to mix them up. The wire harness also has a grommet already installed on the harness, so all you have to do is take the "old plug" out from under the seat and route the harness through the hole. I hope this info helps! 😁

Just to put your mind at ease, when I installed the short bed version, I still had quite a bit of excess wire harness length that I had to loop & secure underneath the bed of the truck. There is a very good chance that the parts guy was right. I would risk it and go ahead with the installation. 😁👍

@LevelUpMechanics holy shit was that a tight pull stretching that shortbed harness to work on a 6 foot bed 😳..have to disconnect it in order to remove my spare if I ever get a flat tire. Might buy a second spare and keep it in the bed at all times 🤣

Well, it was worth a shot 😆. At least now you know for sure that the parts guy was full of it...

@LevelUpMechanics I was able to splice the harness and extend it myself so, i guess the shortbed harness actually works on long beds 😅 😄

😁👍

Hopefully everything goes smoothly 😁👍.

There is ALWAYS another car project in the works 🤣.

I appreciate the support! 😁👍🍻

Okay so I looked up the diagram for a proper look , so I can plug mine in in to the white wire for ground and also to the the black for the 12v battery so I can turn it on whenever as long at the truck is on correct?

That should be correct... 😁👍

I believe you can still use / tap into the hitch plug for your setup 😁👍.

@@LevelUpMechanics yes that’s what I was referring to sry , so there’s a wire labeled ( 12v power) I believe it’s black. I can just connect to that one and the white (in the hitch plug itself)

@Mdozaaa yes, that should work 😁👍

It was definitely a lot of work to complete by myself. I'll probably wait until winter / spring to do the concrete floor. I must say, though, the hexagon lights were definitely a huge upgrade. They are EXTREMELY bright 🤣.

The specific Leer camper shell on this Toyota Tundra is designed with two manual-locking twist handles and still needs to be opened manually.

While I haven't experienced any interference issues to date, I believe you are correct. I appreciate the advice 😁👍. It's better to err on the side of caution, for sure.

@@LevelUpMechanics it may be more important for normal amps that also power the speakers

I am definitely a pocket screwdriver advocate 🤣🤣🤣. I hardly ever go a day without using one for something or another. I'm glad that the video was helpful! In my opinion, the Tacoma OEM power tailgate lock is definitely an essential upgrade that every Tacoma needs. I just wish they came this way straight out of the factory.

@@LevelUpMechanics I was shocked when I bought my sport, it has about every other option available so I didn't even check. Got home and realized it didn't have one lol!

Yes 😁👍

My tacoma is a 2017 TRD Sport. Most Tacoma bed molle panel systems state that they're not compatible on the driver side if you don't have a storage cubby... However, you could still probably make them work with additional modifications (I would drill holes and install rivet nuts & spacers for the bottom mounting bolts).

🤣 the trash can was banished to the side of the house... temporarily 🤣🤣🤣

Thanks! It was definitely a lot of work to get the garage to this point 🤣. Now, I just need to figure out a solution for the concrete floors 🤔.

Honestly, I do not know if the 8th Gen disc brake parts are compatible with the 9th Gen.

I appreciate the positivity 😁👍. More videos are coming soon! 🍻🍻

More Civic videos are coming SOON 😁👍. Thanks for your support!

If your factory sound system has an amplifier, then I believe there is one specific wire that you need to pay attention to (I think it may be a blue wire 🤔). Unfortunately, I don't have the exact answer since my factory sound system does not have an amplifier... however, I would recommend searching youtube because I know I've seen the answer you're looking for in the past.

I do like having my jack stands out of the way 😁👍.

Thanks! 😁👍 It was A LOT of work to get the garage to this point... but there is still so much more to do 🤣.

Yes, it will work with both the driver front touch handle and the key fob (if you press unlock on the key fob twice to unlock all doors) 😁👍.

@@LevelUpMechanics thank you! I already reprogrammed for one touch of handle or one press of key fob to unlock all doors. Tailgate kit is ordered and planning to install this week.

@bubba.watercraftj7269 nice 😁👍. Good luck with the installation! Since this kit is plug & play, it shouldn't take too long.

Yes, it's a direct bolt-on upgrade 😁👍. If I remember correctly, the TSX model years are 2004-2008. If you check the description section of my video, I'm pretty sure all the info you need is listed. By the way, I'm subbed to your channel 😁👍. I'm definitely looking forward to seeing what you do with your current R18 motor build project 🔥.

@@LevelUpMechanics thanks boss! This might be an option for me in the future if they for my oem ex 16s Thanks for the sub! It’s going to be a project for sure. Hard to find time and balance for these activities! Keep up your quality content.

@BulliKid I think someone commented in the past on this video saying that their 16" wheels did fit (I don't think they were steel wheels), but the clearance was so tight that their wheel weights (inside the barrel) would contact the calipers... 🤔🤔🤔 ... maybe this could be an excuse to justify some new wheels 😁👍.

Honestly, I don't remember... it's been a while since I made this video.

@@LevelUpMechanics 🤨

It's the default steering wheel (with an aftermarket red "H" emblem) 😁👍.

I powered the whip lights by tapping into the trailer connector... so all I have to do is turn on my parking lights (and press the "power on" button on the remote control) if I want to use the whip lights 😁👍.

... no switch is needed.

@@LevelUpMechanicsoh okay, thanks! The bracket that you use It’s not unavailable anymore So I had to use different Brad of bracket but similar

@DavidFlores-vx7sb good to know. Thanks for the update 😁👍.

If it's secure and the power lock works, you should be good to go 😁👍.

Okay, well, now I'm just curious and have to ask... why did you take yours off? 🤔

I appreciate the support! 🍻 I have a lot more coming soon 😁👍.

That's good info to know! Thanks for sharing! 😁👍

@LevelUpMechanics thanks for your videos, they're a big help!

@acevedohiram I'm glad to hear that the videos are helpful! I appreciate the support 😁👍.

No problem 😁👍. Hopefully the video was helpful!

Meh... life finds a way 🦕 🦖 😁👍

As long as you have power door locks, it should work 😁👍.

They are plug & play... but they will hyper-flash without a resistor.