A TSX Harness and life update

mercman · 02-14-2009, 4:24 PM

I have received a lot of PMs and email lately about the TSX harness and wanted to give an update on what has been happening the last few months. Don’t worry, as of right now more harnesses are coming.

Last spring my HD failed and I lost all of my wiring diagrams, schematics and PCB layouts, this included the BALUN and the TSX connector. At the time interest in the harness was way down so I did not bother to draw up new artwork. Towards the end of the summer I had a few requests so I set out to do a new connector but I had a lot on my plate like going to Italy for my daughters wedding, that I figured it could wait until I got back in October. Well while I was in Italy my brother passed away from complications of Diabetes and this really shut me down. I figured at this point I would just get through the holidays and then get back at it. Well during the holidays my sister got hospitalized because of her Diabetes and she also passed away last week. My brother was 63 and my sister was 62, a few years back I lost another brother, only 50 from Diabetes. Diabetes sucks.

I am working on new connector art work now and should have it finished in a few days; one of my goals is to make it easier to assemble then the old design. I appreciate everyone’s patience and I figure it will be about three weeks before the new harness is ready.

Thanks
Jeff

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Johnny76 · 02-14-2009, 9:37 PM

Hey Jeff. I'm sorry to hear about your latest loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I totally know where you're coming from though, my father has diabetes and is currently in the hospital for his blood sugar levels. I echo your sentiment in that diabetes does suck.

Like I've mentioned in a previous PM with you, I think its a great thing that you're still up to making harnesses for all of us and I look forward to when they'll be available. Thanks for keeping us updated. Take it easy.

- John

*uncald4* · 02-14-2009, 11:34 PM

Welcome back Jeff. Good to hear from you! I, as well, am sorry for your family's loss. Please let me know if I can do anything for you in your journey to harness happiness.

CCColtsicehockey · 02-15-2009, 12:03 AM

Jeff sorry to hear about your family's losses. I have a couple questions regarding the harness as I am currently in the process of trying to make my own harness from your previous posts. I have come up with a possible new way to implement the harness as well.

Regarding the shielding wire. What is the purpose of the shielding wire as it actually connects to nothing on either end of the harness.

Please PM me or email me regarding the new way to connect the harness if you are interested.

IamHimeros · 02-16-2009, 11:31 AM

Wow man...sorry about your losses. I feel your pain though, my fiance's family is riddled with diabetes and mine with cancer...so that sort of stuff is always harder to hear.

**Reach** · 02-16-2009, 3:49 PM

Our condolences from the AZ family on your personal losses. Best wishes.

godfather2 · 02-16-2009, 4:33 PM

sounds like you've been through quite an ordeal the past few months. sorry for your loss.

what does your harness do?

aascsm · 02-16-2009, 4:34 PM

Welcome back Jeff...

I'm so sorry to hear about your losses and I hope in your quieter moments you can reflect on all the good times you guys had....you still have good days ahead of you

CCColtsicehockey · 02-16-2009, 7:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by godfather2

sounds like you've been through quite an ordeal the past few months. sorry for your loss.

what does your harness do?

http://acurazine.com/forums/showthread.php?t=360946

http://acurazine.com/forums/showthread.php?t=365603

CCColtsicehockey · 02-19-2009, 12:19 AM

hope to hear from you soon regarding the shielding wire

mercman · 02-20-2009, 6:54 PM

First off, thanks to everyone for your kind words and support,

Second, I completed the art work and sent it off and have ordered the RCA connectors. I should have everything by the end of next week. I only have enough cable to build 5 harnesses, Please PM me with a definite “Yes” if you want a harness so I will know if I have to order more cable.

I will have harnesses by the first week of March.

Thanks again
Jeff

IamHimeros · 02-22-2009, 10:48 PM

PM'ed with a definite yes

CCColtsicehockey · 02-23-2009, 11:16 AM

what changes are you making in this harness compared to the last. In posts I was reading about a version 2 of the first harness your were making. What did that include that the first one did not include.

duce2k · 02-27-2009, 3:59 PM

Welcome back Jeff, and my prayers go out to you and your family

toxoviper · 03-03-2009, 3:14 PM

Hi Mercman, I hope everything is well.

I have a question about your harness. Is the harness for the TSX and Civic (with Navi) the same?

godfather2 · 03-03-2009, 3:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CCColtsicehockey

http://acurazine.com/forums/showthread.php?t=360946

http://acurazine.com/forums/showthread.php?t=365603

thanks, jason

mercman · 03-03-2009, 4:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by toxoviper

Hi Mercman, I hope everything is well.

I have a question about your harness. Is the harness for the TSX and Civic (with Navi) the same?

The TSX harness will work in the Civics with the “Premium Sound” system, the front of the HU will say “Premium Sound” if you have it.

Jeff

pgapeles · 03-04-2009, 1:28 AM

Hello Mercman,

I'd like to purchase one of your harnesses form my TSX. If you could please email me at pgapeles@msn.com with your price and payment requirements. Hope to hear from you soon. Thank You!

Patrick

jpgolf14 · 03-30-2009, 12:39 PM

Is this TSX only? Any plans to make one for 2nd gen CLs? I'd love to get a harness and BALUN. Thanks.

Mexicayotl · 04-02-2009, 8:58 PM

Im going to be needing a harness as well in the near future. My hat is off to you mercman for creating such a great plug n play harness for the TSX.

CCColtsicehockey · 05-04-2009, 2:10 PM

so whats going on with this second batch of harnesses

**Jonesi** · 05-04-2009, 3:09 PM

welcome back mercman....!!

mercman · 05-05-2009, 9:12 AM

Thanks Jonesi !
I picked up an 09 Tech package an I have already started to work on upgrading the amp and speakers. I have info on the Premium system (Base TSX) and will be working on an amp upgrade of it as well.

Quote:

Originally Posted by CCColtsicehockey

so whats going on with this second batch of harnesses

I have harnesses ready and interface converters (BALUN) parts on hand for anyone who is in need.

Jeff

Derka · 05-08-2009, 1:14 PM

mercman, can you pm me a price on the harness and the converter please?

petegk · 06-29-2009, 7:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mercman

I have harnesses ready and interface converters (BALUN) parts on hand for anyone who is in need.

Jeff

Hi Mercman,
I have an 06 TSX and I'm interested in purchasing a harness and interface converter from you so I can replace my factory amp. Do you have any available? My email address is terp5-va@yahoo.com. I hope all is well with you.

Thanks,
Peter

blacktsx05 · 09-21-2009, 12:41 AM

looking to get a cable myself

LucasEV · 09-23-2009, 2:34 AM

How much for a cable? email me at lucas_hover@hotmail.com

LucasEV · 10-11-2009, 7:00 PM

Do you still sell the cable?

ai3j50 · 10-11-2009, 8:14 PM

I am also interested in one of these if they are still available

05_TSX_Owner · 10-11-2009, 8:14 PM

hye mercman, im also interested in a harness and balun for an 05 TSX w/nav ,please email me at apasha1981@gmail.com with the pricing and stuff when you can.
- Thanks and God bless

theaznboywunder · 10-25-2009, 9:10 PM

Hey! I am also interested in purchasing a harness for my '06 TSX. Please let me know how much one would cost. Also, how much would a Balun cost? You can reach me at theaznboywunder(at)aim.com Thank you very much!

smazzurco · 10-28-2009, 4:44 PM

just want to pipe in, i purchased a BALUN for my 06tsx and my alpine pdx amps maybe 2 years ago.

Stereo system still going strong

(batteries on the other hand...lol)

edit: in case it wasnt obvious, i meant i purchased a BALUN from Mercman lol.

blendable79 · 11-03-2009, 5:48 AM

i'd also be interested in a balun.

White92 · 11-05-2009, 2:31 PM

FYI, I don't think any of you guys will get a response. Last I heard Mercman was banned from this site without any warning for selling this and not being an official vendor.

LucasEV · 11-05-2009, 4:49 PM

^ I believe you are correct. It really is to bad though.

mercman · 11-06-2009, 8:31 PM

I’m back but laid up at the moment, tore my rotator cuff so I have been avoiding the computer (hard to type).

Jeff

White92 · 11-07-2009, 12:34 PM

Welcome back buddy! Anything new to report?

jiggaman · 11-07-2009, 3:33 PM

i hope u get better soon mercman, shoulders are tricky. had two surgeries on mine.

mercman · 11-10-2009, 7:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by White92

Welcome back buddy! Anything new to report?

Yes I did some big time research on the tech system but have not been able to come up with a solution yet. I know what I have to do but can not invest the time to do it.

The base or premium system should be no problem and I just need to get one to measure the signal levels. I’m redesigning the interface converter (BALUN) to include the extra sub channel.

Quote:

Originally Posted by jiggaman

i hope u get better soon mercman, shoulders are tricky. had two surgeries on mine.

Thanks jiggaman, I understand that it is the most complicated joint in the body. I’m using the same surgeon that fixed my right shoulder and my knee so I’m not too worried.

Jeff

TSXon19z · 11-11-2009, 5:41 PM

i need some too please

02-14-2009, 11:34 PM	#3
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02-15-2009, 12:03 AM	#4
CCColtsicehockey Certified JDM Whore 2008 Chevrolet Suburban My Garage Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Harrisburg, PA & Mooresville, NC & Rochester, NY Age: 23 Posts: 11,962	Jeff sorry to hear about your family's losses. I have a couple questions regarding the harness as I am currently in the process of trying to make my own harness from your previous posts. I have come up with a possible new way to implement the harness as well. Regarding the shielding wire. What is the purpose of the shielding wire as it actually connects to nothing on either end of the harness. Please PM me or email me regarding the new way to connect the harness if you are interested. __________________ car driven: random piece of shit with a few shitty mods Car Sponsors: www.ExceleratePerformance.com

02-16-2009, 4:34 PM	#8
aascsm Registered User Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Washington,DC Posts: 133	Welcome back Jeff... I'm so sorry to hear about your losses and I hope in your quieter moments you can reflect on all the good times you guys had....you still have good days ahead of you __________________ "You've already made the choice.....now you have to understand WHY you made it"

02-19-2009, 12:19 AM	#10
CCColtsicehockey Certified JDM Whore 2008 Chevrolet Suburban My Garage Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Harrisburg, PA & Mooresville, NC & Rochester, NY Age: 23 Posts: 11,962	hope to hear from you soon regarding the shielding wire __________________ car driven: random piece of shit with a few shitty mods Car Sponsors: www.ExceleratePerformance.com

02-23-2009, 11:16 AM	#13
CCColtsicehockey Certified JDM Whore 2008 Chevrolet Suburban My Garage Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Harrisburg, PA & Mooresville, NC & Rochester, NY Age: 23 Posts: 11,962	what changes are you making in this harness compared to the last. In posts I was reading about a version 2 of the first harness your were making. What did that include that the first one did not include. __________________ car driven: random piece of shit with a few shitty mods Car Sponsors: www.ExceleratePerformance.com

02-14-2009, 9:37 PM	#2
Johnny76 Registered User Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: NorCal Posts: 126	Hey Jeff. I'm sorry to hear about your latest loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I totally know where you're coming from though, my father has diabetes and is currently in the hospital for his blood sugar levels. I echo your sentiment in that diabetes does suck. Like I've mentioned in a previous PM with you, I think its a great thing that you're still up to making harnesses for all of us and I look forward to when they'll be available. Thanks for keeping us updated. Take it easy. - John

02-16-2009, 11:31 AM	#5
IamHimeros Registered User Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Nov 2008 Age: 28 Posts: 12	Wow man...sorry about your losses. I feel your pain though, my fiance's family is riddled with diabetes and mine with cancer...so that sort of stuff is always harder to hear.

02-16-2009, 3:49 PM	#6
Reach Moderator Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: ffx.va.us Age: 26 Posts: 4,214	Our condolences from the AZ family on your personal losses. Best wishes.

02-16-2009, 4:33 PM	#7
godfather2 Let the games begin ... Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: tampa, fl Age: 29 Posts: 6,165	sounds like you've been through quite an ordeal the past few months. sorry for your loss. what does your harness do?

02-20-2009, 6:54 PM	#11
mercman Registered User Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 365	First off, thanks to everyone for your kind words and support, Second, I completed the art work and sent it off and have ordered the RCA connectors. I should have everything by the end of next week. I only have enough cable to build 5 harnesses, Please PM me with a definite “Yes” if you want a harness so I will know if I have to order more cable. I will have harnesses by the first week of March. Thanks again Jeff

02-22-2009, 10:48 PM	#12
IamHimeros Registered User Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Nov 2008 Age: 28 Posts: 12	PM'ed with a definite yes

02-27-2009, 3:59 PM	#14
duce2k Registered User Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Mar 2008 Age: 43 Posts: 6	Welcome back Jeff, and my prayers go out to you and your family

03-03-2009, 3:14 PM	#15
toxoviper Registered User Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Jul 2006 Age: 31 Posts: 18	Hi Mercman, I hope everything is well. I have a question about your harness. Is the harness for the TSX and Civic (with Navi) the same?

03-04-2009, 1:28 AM	#18
pgapeles Registered User Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 25	Harness Purchase Hello Mercman, I'd like to purchase one of your harnesses form my TSX. If you could please email me at pgapeles@msn.com with your price and payment requirements. Hope to hear from you soon. Thank You! Patrick __________________ 1G '08 TSX w/Navi

03-30-2009, 12:39 PM	#19
jpgolf14 Registered User Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: macungie, pa,usa Posts: 70	Is this TSX only? Any plans to make one for 2nd gen CLs? I'd love to get a harness and BALUN. Thanks. __________________ 2001 CL-S

04-02-2009, 8:58 PM	#20
Mexicayotl Registered User Trader Rating: (1) Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Los Angeles Age: 24 Posts: 7	Im going to be needing a harness as well in the near future. My hat is off to you mercman for creating such a great plug n play harness for the TSX.

05-04-2009, 2:10 PM	#21
CCColtsicehockey Certified JDM Whore 2008 Chevrolet Suburban My Garage Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Harrisburg, PA & Mooresville, NC & Rochester, NY Age: 23 Posts: 11,962	so whats going on with this second batch of harnesses __________________ car driven: random piece of shit with a few shitty mods Car Sponsors: www.ExceleratePerformance.com

05-04-2009, 3:09 PM	#22
Jonesi Mega Moderator Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Cranberry, PA Age: 31 Posts: 19,092	welcome back mercman....!!

05-08-2009, 1:14 PM	#24
Derka FaKloveaD Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Dec 2008 Age: 22 Posts: 61	mercman, can you pm me a price on the harness and the converter please? __________________ -04 6spd navi tsx -96 civic hatch Sohc non vtec turbo 300whp

09-21-2009, 12:41 AM	#26
blacktsx05 05/NBP/Parchment/5AT Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 268	looking to get a cable myself

09-23-2009, 2:34 AM	#27
LucasEV Registered User 2005 Acura TSX Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Arizona Posts: 49	How much for a cable? email me at lucas_hover@hotmail.com __________________ 05 TSX 5AT w/o navigation. Injen CAI with slotted fog light cover; Soundgate HONAUX4; Blue and Red interior LED lights; NST Underdrive Pulleys; Electric Car http://evalbum.com/2770

10-11-2009, 7:00 PM	#28
LucasEV Registered User 2005 Acura TSX Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Arizona Posts: 49	Do you still sell the cable? __________________ 05 TSX 5AT w/o navigation. Injen CAI with slotted fog light cover; Soundgate HONAUX4; Blue and Red interior LED lights; NST Underdrive Pulleys; Electric Car http://evalbum.com/2770

10-11-2009, 8:14 PM	#29
ai3j50 Registered User Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Oct 2009 Age: 20 Posts: 1	I am also interested in one of these if they are still available

10-11-2009, 8:14 PM	#30
05_TSX_Owner Registered User Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Oct 2009 Posts: 9	hye mercman, im also interested in a harness and balun for an 05 TSX w/nav ,please email me at apasha1981@gmail.com with the pricing and stuff when you can. - Thanks and God bless

10-25-2009, 9:10 PM	#31
theaznboywunder Registered User Trader Rating: (1) Join Date: Apr 2009 Posts: 5	Hey! I am also interested in purchasing a harness for my '06 TSX. Please let me know how much one would cost. Also, how much would a Balun cost? You can reach me at theaznboywunder(at)aim.com Thank you very much!

10-28-2009, 4:44 PM	#32
smazzurco Registered User Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Apr 2007 Age: 28 Posts: 128	just want to pipe in, i purchased a BALUN for my 06tsx and my alpine pdx amps maybe 2 years ago. Stereo system still going strong (batteries on the other hand...lol) edit: in case it wasnt obvious, i meant i purchased a BALUN from Mercman lol.

11-03-2009, 5:48 AM	#33
blendable79 Registered User Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Long Island, NY Age: 29 Posts: 19	i'd also be interested in a balun.

11-05-2009, 2:31 PM	#34
White92 Registered User Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: May 2007 Age: 31 Posts: 415	FYI, I don't think any of you guys will get a response. Last I heard Mercman was banned from this site without any warning for selling this and not being an official vendor.

11-05-2009, 4:49 PM	#35
LucasEV Registered User 2005 Acura TSX Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Arizona Posts: 49	^ I believe you are correct. It really is to bad though. __________________ 05 TSX 5AT w/o navigation. Injen CAI with slotted fog light cover; Soundgate HONAUX4; Blue and Red interior LED lights; NST Underdrive Pulleys; Electric Car http://evalbum.com/2770

11-06-2009, 8:31 PM	#36
mercman Registered User Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 365	I’m back but laid up at the moment, tore my rotator cuff so I have been avoiding the computer (hard to type). Jeff

11-07-2009, 12:34 PM	#37
White92 Registered User Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: May 2007 Age: 31 Posts: 415	Welcome back buddy! Anything new to report?

11-07-2009, 3:33 PM	#38
jiggaman I spend 2 much time here Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Sep 2003 Age: 30 Posts: 5,567	i hope u get better soon mercman, shoulders are tricky. had two surgeries on mine.

11-11-2009, 5:41 PM	#40
TSXon19z Registered User Trader Rating: (0) Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: TORONTO Age: 24 Posts: 15	i need some too please