Looking to "pimp" your ride, or just interested in adding performance modifications? This is the place! <br /> Sponsored by <a href="http://priuschat.com/ebay">eBay</a> and the <a href="http://priuschat.com/shop/">PriusChat Shop</a> <br /> Wed, 15 Apr 2026 01:30:02 +0000 Wed, 15 Apr 2026 01:30:02 +0000 PriusChat https://priuschat.com/forum/gen-2-prius-accessories-modifications.49/ Mon, 13 Apr 2026 19:40:38 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/speaker-non-jbl-in-place-of-jbl.259625/ https://priuschat.com/threads/speaker-non-jbl-in-place-of-jbl.259625/ invalid@example.com (KitsuneVoss) KitsuneVoss 4 Sun, 12 Apr 2026 04:11:40 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/prius-gen-ii-add-cruise-control-eu-model-2006-full-guide.97091/ https://priuschat.com/threads/prius-gen-ii-add-cruise-control-eu-model-2006-full-guide.97091/ invalid@example.com (Ramanjit81) Ramanjit81 How to add Toyota OEM cruise control to a non- cruise control European Prius.

Disclaimer: The procdure mentioned hereunder is an account of what I did to successfully add a cruise control to my base model car. I do not extend any warranty/ guarantee nor do I accept any responsibility against any damage anyone may cause/ incur after reading/ attempting these instructions/directions. Any use of this information is entirely at your own risk.

I have completed...

Prius gen II-Add cruise control-EU model- 2006- full guide]]> 12 Wed, 08 Apr 2026 02:17:11 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/toms-shift-knob.116845/ https://priuschat.com/threads/toms-shift-knob.116845/ invalid@example.com (powerjo) powerjo look neat and sharp ! Quite match with my P2.]]> 9 Tue, 07 Apr 2026 17:47:37 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/the-55-mpg-unicorn-lifted-gen-2-%E2%80%94-a-7-year-breakthroughsee.259550/ https://priuschat.com/threads/the-55-mpg-unicorn-lifted-gen-2-%E2%80%94-a-7-year-breakthroughsee.259550/ invalid@example.com (John Lynch) John Lynch The Journey:
I’ve been in the Gen 2 platform for 7 years—5 years with an '05 and the last 2 with this '06. For seven years, I’ve been chasing a specific goal: true off-road capability without the "lift penalty." I’ve experimented with every combination of stock wheels and oversized setups. I’ve seen the 35–38 MPG wall that usually comes when you add a lift, heavy tires, and even heavier wheels.
The Discovery:
I’ve finally...

The 55 MPG "Unicorn" Lifted Gen 2 — A 7-Year BreakthroughSee]]> 2 Sun, 29 Mar 2026 18:21:41 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/lifted-gen-2-with-venom-power-terra-hunter-x-t-2-all-terrain-tires.259026/ https://priuschat.com/threads/lifted-gen-2-with-venom-power-terra-hunter-x-t-2-all-terrain-tires.259026/ invalid@example.com (thetuningspoon) thetuningspoon
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Strange question maybe, I've seen the display on the newer Gen 2s to look nicer than the one on my 2005, is it as simple as finding a display unit from a 2008/2009 and swapping it for the one on my 2005? It looks like it would fit just not sure if it's possible to do. I think the 2008/2009 models have the rearview camera, I already have a rearview camera installed on my Sony Deck using Carplay/Android Auto so I don't need that I'm just wondering about this.

Also, not...

2008 or 2009 Display Unit on 2005 Possible?]]> 12 Sat, 21 Feb 2026 13:49:35 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/driver-seat-swap-information-needed.257920/ https://priuschat.com/threads/driver-seat-swap-information-needed.257920/ invalid@example.com (ias61489) ias61489
Has anyone successfully swapped a ct200h seat into a 2nd gen? Or maybe camry or other seat that retains the airbag?

Im reading mixed info on the touring model leather seats. Do they make a difference? Would it be worth swapping it to see if it helps?

Any help...

Driver seat swap information needed.]]> 2 Wed, 18 Feb 2026 14:53:06 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/winston-12v-40ah-lfp-battery-good-or-bad-idea.244036/ https://priuschat.com/threads/winston-12v-40ah-lfp-battery-good-or-bad-idea.244036/ invalid@example.com (Isaac Zachary) Isaac Zachary
I found a 40Ah one from a brand named Winston that looks to be very similar in size to the Prius battery. However, one of my concerns is cold weather. With Lead Acid (LA) you don't want to let the battery drain or it can freeze and even rupture. But since a car ususally will keep the battery topped off, this may not be a problem....

Winston 12V 40Ah LFP battery, good or bad idea???]]> 8 Mon, 16 Feb 2026 03:45:05 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/rear-suspension-problem.259023/ https://priuschat.com/threads/rear-suspension-problem.259023/ invalid@example.com (maggotdrowner) maggotdrowner I do use it for work but I don't carry particularly heavy loads.
Problem is the back end is so low, when I go over the pad type of speed bumps, the exhaust scrapes.
Here in the UK these cars are used as taxis, and carrying 4 people is much heavier than anything i carry?
Can anyone offer a solution? I know you can get spring assistors.. they are like pieces of rubber that sit between the coils.
Any advice welcome, thank you]]> 2 Tue, 03 Feb 2026 05:14:29 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/install-dash-light-to-show-when-ice-is-on-off.258880/ https://priuschat.com/threads/install-dash-light-to-show-when-ice-is-on-off.258880/ invalid@example.com (cDxA) cDxA Install it in front of you on the dash.
Just bright enough to not be distracting.

Why not just look at the screen ?
Well, because I like to focus on driving instead of the screen.
My screen is also all clouded up and cracking inside.

How hard would it be to find the wire going to the ICE that is powered on and off and splice into that with a low wattage LED ?

Could that brick the car ? Also, as with everything, it's never that easy.]]> 11 Fri, 30 Jan 2026 16:43:24 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/rear-trunk-release-button-mod-from-inside.226098/ https://priuschat.com/threads/rear-trunk-release-button-mod-from-inside.226098/ invalid@example.com (Kaptainkid1) Kaptainkid1
So I bought a cheap ebay horn switch or momentary on switch.
Connect one end of the switch to red wire found under trunk trim. Check photo for location.

Then the ground end from switch to the white wire on lead wire in trunk release...

Rear trunk release button mod from inside.]]> 30 Thu, 29 Jan 2026 21:45:58 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/prius-wheel-covers-compatibility.222271/ https://priuschat.com/threads/prius-wheel-covers-compatibility.222271/ invalid@example.com (Anton Moukharski) Anton Moukharski so clearly, not any generic Rim will fit on a Prius who's weels are of the same diameter..... but how bad is it?
And moreover, how compatible are rims between different Prius' (I have a 2007 Prius 2, R16)?

Also for clarity for newbies, it seems that:
Rims = Wheel covers != Hub caps
The Hub caps are what's in the center and on originals, bears the Toyota logo. But many people confuse wheel covers and hub caps. I'm not even sure rims is a proper term.

(!= not equals)

Thanks!]]> 15 Thu, 29 Jan 2026 09:29:51 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/limo-tint.176887/ https://priuschat.com/threads/limo-tint.176887/ invalid@example.com (oil_burner) oil_burner
I want to do the rear glass and rear sides in as dark as possible. The reason is I am going to be doing some car camping and sleeping in the back of my prius, and I don't want anyone to be able to see me in the back seat. I will use a curtain to seperate the front seats, no problems there. What I'm concerned about is if I have limo tint and for example I'm in the back seat watching a movie at night, the light from my...

Limo Tint?]]> 17 Wed, 07 Jan 2026 23:10:17 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/yakima-whispbar-smartfoot-fitting-kit-k404w.258539/ https://priuschat.com/threads/yakima-whispbar-smartfoot-fitting-kit-k404w.258539/ invalid@example.com (Superprius2008) Superprius2008 Tue, 30 Dec 2025 19:21:41 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/yet-another-pruck.258416/ https://priuschat.com/threads/yet-another-pruck.258416/ invalid@example.com (montiebroo) montiebroo View attachment 286895 View attachment 286896 View attachment 286897 View attachment 286898 View attachment 286899 View attachment 286900 I finally started a few months ago, and I’m almost done.
2008 prius, 1st gen tacoma bed, 3rd gen 4runner back window (wired to rear driver side window switch)]]> 1 Mon, 22 Dec 2025 22:05:27 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/corolla-fuel-tank-swap-it-does-work.257914/ https://priuschat.com/threads/corolla-fuel-tank-swap-it-does-work.257914/ invalid@example.com (BruisedBanana) BruisedBanana I did it over the weekend and have put close to 300 miles on it and haven't had any significant issues. I'm still testing it out though to see if the gas gauge will read accurately after doing a reset and I'm going to run it dry a couple of times to see how it does.

I am working on making a YouTube video to provide some in-depth information but I will make a small...

Corolla fuel tank swap! It does work!]]> 11 Sun, 14 Dec 2025 07:39:51 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/free-gen-2-stealth-camping-set-up.258222/ https://priuschat.com/threads/free-gen-2-stealth-camping-set-up.258222/ invalid@example.com (Queueball) Queueball View attachment 286082 View attachment 286083 View attachment 286084 View attachment 286085 View attachment 286086 View attachment 286088 View attachment 286087
My Gen 2 recently concluded its 2+ decades of efficient and faithful service. Among my favorite memories was fabricating removable modifications that allowed for surprisingly comfortable solo stealth camping. It keeps the narrow back seat in place allowing two passengers plus the driver. We used this for two...

Free Gen 2 stealth camping set up]]> 8 Sat, 13 Dec 2025 19:05:09 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/complete-list-of-cars-with-rims-and-wheels-that-fit-on-gen2-priuses.217728/ https://priuschat.com/threads/complete-list-of-cars-with-rims-and-wheels-that-fit-on-gen2-priuses.217728/ invalid@example.com (alfa164b) alfa164b
Looking to compile a list of cars with rims that fit on a gen2 prius without much modification-- or if modification is needed like spacers then we list those out as well.

Obviously the most common is FRS wheels. But I am not a pro at that and not sure what spacers are needed.

How about we start a list that can list out what to look for on craigslist to make these Priuses look nicer.]]> 7 Sat, 06 Dec 2025 21:26:15 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/tire-size-for-16-wheels.94882/ https://priuschat.com/threads/tire-size-for-16-wheels.94882/ invalid@example.com (JetSetEnt) JetSetEnt
Anyhow I've bought a handful of parts and will post official build pix after I get my wheels which leads me to my ?

I just lowered the Prius with eibachs and I'm trying to determine what tire size to go with. I plan on going with a 16'' wheel but I don't want to spend the $ and have the tires rub because of the drop.

I'm...

Tire size for 16'' wheels?]]> 57