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Torq
10-08-2007, 02:10 PM
I had this thread on ScionLife and thought I would post it here.


I didn't get into the wiring but all I did was run the wires down the middle piller then along the carpet and so on and tapped into the switch I had for my under dash and seat lights.

Usual disclaimer: Mod at your own risk.

1. I used Oznium 4.7inch Flex Leds. This is what the package looks like.
http://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k285/gottorque/led7.jpg


2. Next I used an old screw driver that I had sharpened along time ago to remove the center rib in the handle. The end was sharp enough that I used hand pressure to make cuts and remove pieces along the rib. You can see some of the pieces in the pic.
http://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k285/gottorque/led2.jpg
http://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k285/gottorque/led1.jpg

3. This is the rib removed.
http://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k285/gottorque/led3.jpg

4. Then I used a 3/16 Dremel bit to smooth the center out.
http://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k285/gottorque/led4.jpg
http://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k285/gottorque/led5.jpg
http://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k285/gottorque/led6.jpg

5. Now its time to install the led's. You don't need to use the double sided tape. The led fits in the groove perfectly and tight.
http://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k285/gottorque/led8.jpg
http://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k285/gottorque/led9.jpg

6. The handle has holes that work perfectly for the wiring.
http://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k285/gottorque/led10.jpg

7. Some pics of the led's installed in the handle. The led's could go down into the groove more if you forced them or trimmed some of the rubber, but I like the way they looked as is.
http://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k285/gottorque/led13.jpg
http://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k285/gottorque/led12.jpg
http://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k285/gottorque/led11.jpg

8. Some pics installed in the Xb.
http://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k285/gottorque/led15.jpg
http://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k285/gottorque/led16.jpg
http://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k285/gottorque/led14.jpg

9. Still functional and best of all since they are rubber coated they are kid proof.
http://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k285/gottorque/led18.jpg

10. Day shot but you get the idea.
http://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k285/gottorque/led17.jpg
Bench
10-08-2007, 02:16 PM
Nice.
FamousXb06
10-08-2007, 02:18 PM
yeah thats pretty dope....i like it!!! :)
Tuned IST
10-08-2007, 02:24 PM
lookin good
Dark Angel
10-08-2007, 02:47 PM
I just did mine on Thursday!

I know this link is for Cathodes, but it helps with the wiring!

http://www.scionlife.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=123391

Good luck to everybody who does this! Don't forget to buy a switch!
niran916
10-08-2007, 03:19 PM
Great idea :md: It's gotta look good at night.
PONGSxB
10-08-2007, 06:21 PM
I've been planning on doing this...thinking bout hooking it up to the dome light.
Scoville_Box66
10-08-2007, 07:29 PM
Ok guys...love the step by step....might have to de-virginize my tools considering this is gonna be the first ...for real real project!!!
(crossing my fingers, eyes and toes)
PONGSxB
10-08-2007, 07:54 PM
Ok guys...love the step by step....might have to de-virginize my tools considering this is gonna be the first ...for real real project!!!
(crossing my fingers, eyes and toes)


hey Dray let me know when your planning on doing this! I'm gonna do this to my ride soon too.
DirtyDave
10-08-2007, 08:07 PM
Nice wright up. Great Pics!!
Scoville_Box66
10-09-2007, 12:20 AM
Ohkay!!! let's do this together....I will watch you the whole time! Hand you some tools...get you a drink of water.... sound good to me!!! LOL.....naw...I am kinda scared...but with you there I am sure...I will be just fine!!!!
PONGSxB
10-09-2007, 12:26 AM
Ohkay!!! let's do this together....I will watch you the whole time! Hand you some tools...get you a drink of water.... sound good to me!!! LOL.....naw...I am kinda scared...but with you there I am sure...I will be just fine!!!!


hahahah yess trust me I'll screw up on mines first so I don't screw up on yours...:mrgreen:
Iateacricket
10-09-2007, 12:35 AM
I have 2 spare handles if you guys mess up.
PONGSxB
10-09-2007, 12:48 AM
we need your dremel!!!
Dark Angel
10-09-2007, 01:15 AM
I'm gonna tell you guys right now, try to dremel your handles before the meet. It's not as quick as you think, trust me!
PONGSxB
10-09-2007, 01:21 AM
don't worry I plan on taking my time. I won't be doing this mod for a while though. I got this itch for new tires and roof rack that needs to be scratchd.
krazyscion
10-09-2007, 02:42 AM
awesome write up...too bad i don't have an Xb
AznDreamer
10-09-2007, 03:18 AM
That is definitely nice . . but . . err . . whatabout a tC??? Hehehe . . . seems like it'll be the same stuff . . just gotta gather time and err strength to do it. Nice write up man.
Oznium_com
10-09-2007, 03:19 AM
oh shit!
Toast
10-09-2007, 06:00 AM
great write up..now if i just had $180 for the oznium order i want to place...
Krzd1
10-09-2007, 10:25 AM
Nice write up Joe :up:

Moved here and provided link for Uncle to put in the DIY section..
trinben
10-09-2007, 10:36 AM
any night pics?
Torq
10-09-2007, 11:05 AM
here are some night shots
http://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k285/gottorque/nightshot1.jpg
http://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k285/gottorque/nightshot2.jpg
http://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k285/gottorque/nightshot.jpg
effinjoe
10-09-2007, 02:08 PM
THAT is Awsome daaaaaamn !!!
Midnightmare
10-10-2007, 04:52 AM
sweet nice work
nrgwar
10-12-2007, 02:10 PM
wow looks good i wonder if this can be done on the tC's ? i would like to kep it hidden & out of sight & out of mind ;)