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  1. Noodleho

    Noodleho Junior Member

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    Good day everyone! I found this forum online yesterday... oh now I have someone to ask/talk to about my 2 mos old Prius. One thing for sure it saves gas. I am not sure about you guys, I get cut off by other drivers each day not when I have my Camry before. I guess I have to get use to it, oh well.
    I already got my windows tinted and brought the lower door chrome molding, next thing looking into a OEM ground effects kit. Anyone know will I lose my MPG? Ttyl.......
     
    #1 Noodleho, Jul 15, 2014
  2. JC91006

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    If you lose any MPG, it would be an insignificant amount....Changing wheels and tires would affect MPG more.
     
    #2 JC91006, Jul 15, 2014
  3. JimboPalmer

    JimboPalmer Tsar of all the Rushers

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    You will not move air as efficiantly as the factory, but if you like paying to replace fiberglass, you sure can find body kits.
     
    #3 JimboPalmer, Jul 15, 2014
  4. Noodleho

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    Thank you both for the info. Anyone, is it okay to shut Off the engine while the car is still on R mode or P first before shut off engine? Will that hurt the car in the long run.. I am surprised this car doesn't have a temperture gauge like other cars. How would I know if it overheats if it does.
     
    #4 Noodleho, Jul 15, 2014
  5. JC91006

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    Yes you can power off in D or R (not moving of course). It'll automatically shut off and go to Park.
     
    #5 JC91006, Jul 15, 2014
  6. Noodleho

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    Thanks again, good to know.
     
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    Welcome. Post a pic of your new ride.
     
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  8. Noodleho

    Noodleho Junior Member

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    @KennyGS, is pretty much stock, but I will get with it soon. Is the Toyota Prepaid Maintenance Plan worth it? I am glad is fully refundable if I change my mind...
     
    #8 Noodleho, Jul 15, 2014
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    congrats on your new prius! if it overheats, steam will come out from under the hood. all the best!(y)
     
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    :eek:
     
    #10 JC91006, Jul 15, 2014
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    JimboPalmer Tsar of all the Rushers

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    #11 JimboPalmer, Jul 15, 2014
  12. Noodleho

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    thanks, very useful.
     
    #12 Noodleho, Jul 17, 2014
  13. Noodleho

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    just put in a K & N air filter, let see will I feel the difference...
     
    #13 Noodleho, Jul 17, 2014
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    Welcome to the Chat . Very knowledgeable members here ,
     
    #14 Bingee, Aug 2, 2014
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    And so did you noticed any differenced with the k&n filter? Or its marketing?
     
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