Avery
Meet Avery Colburn, the mastermind behind one of our most popular products, the Door E-Cubby. With a lifelong passion for flying inherited from his balloon pilot parents, Avery’s journey into the skies led him to discover the versatile world of paramotors. In 2020, he made the switch, trading in his supercharged Civic for a 2008 Element that could seamlessly accommodate his airborne adventures.
A full-time electronics installer for both automobiles and mobile homes, Avery specializes in a spectrum of enhancements. From car alarms to cutting-edge sound systems, remote starts, and power systems, including solar installations, Avery’s expertise extends across the automotive and mobile living landscapes.
Drawing on a decade of experience in 3D printing and fueled by a desire to unlock the full potential of his Element, Avery embarked on a mission. Leveraging his skills in car electronics installation, he began tinkering and crafting upgrades and modifications for his beloved E.
Avery’s ingenuity extends beyond the Door E-Cubby. He has designed and built a repertoire of custom lighting features for the Element, showcasing his commitment to enhancing every aspect of the driving experience. From transforming fog light switches to turning side markers into turn signals, creating a service light for under the hood, to adding puddle lights – Avery’s contributions elevate the Element’s functionality and aesthetics.
His dedication to innovation and meticulous craftsmanship is evident in each product he develops. Avery Colburn continues to push boundaries, offering Element DIY Designs a valuable partnership that brings cutting-edge enhancements to the Honda Element community. As he soars in the skies and navigates the roads, Avery’s passion for creating seamless and personalized driving experiences shines through in every upgrade and modification he brings to life.
Never Lose Your Windshield Trim Again
If you’ve ever had a Honda Element windshield trim piece come loose—or disappear completely on the highway—you already know how frustrating and expensive the factory setup can be.
Each trim piece relies on 15 factory clips, and replacing the trim and clips can add up quickly.
Enter: the Cave Mods Windshield Trim Bracket Upgrade Kit
This kit replaces the factory clip-dependent setup with a more secure bracket-and-magnet system designed to keep your windshield trim firmly attached.
The custom brackets are 3D printed from Tough Resin to withstand heat, impacts, and vibration. Each side uses four coated 20 lb pull-force magnets, providing strong retention while helping resist rust and corrosion.
The system has been tested through more than 1,500 miles of rough roads, potholes, rain, and Georgia summer heat without the trim coming loose.
Kit Includes
- 8 custom brackets — 4 per side
- 8 coated magnets
- Mounting screws
- Drill bit for pilot holes
- Hardware for both driver and passenger windshield trim pieces
Important: This listing is for the upgrade kit only. Windshield trim pieces are not included.
Fits all 2003–2011 Honda Element model years.
Full overview video:
For installation instructions:
Heat Disclaimer: Magnets can lose strength at temperatures above 150°F. If the exterior metal of your vehicle may reach those temperatures, install at your own risk.
Availability and pricing of the specific magnets used in this kit can vary due to tariffs and supply changes, which may occasionally affect fulfillment times.