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JDM / Japanese VIP Styling: My Prius III Build

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Accessories and Modifications' started by HAWAIIANBUILT, Sep 30, 2010.

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  1. HAWAIIANBUILT

    HAWAIIANBUILT Senior Member

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    HEY THERE TXL146 !!!

    :):):):)

    Thank you for the kind words. It's been quite a great build for about a year now.

    Like anything else, I get mixed reviews ... my style isn't for everyone and I appreciate that. In a country with over 1 million Prii, I wanted mine to be a personal expression of myself.

    I went with the black Clazzio seats as I didn't find the Light Beige, Beige, or the Ivory a close match to the factory color. So I decided to go with the next color I saw in the interior that would complement the style I was going for. So naturally I chose Black. I did however choose the Light Beige Stitching so I do have some contrast in the seats that I could tie in with the factory color as close to it as possible.

    With the VIP Style I chose the wood grain. I didn't think the interior carbon fiber look would go with the VIP Style.

    I am very thankful for my Sponsors, they have been really supportive throughout.

    After the Sponsorships are complete, I will be considering going through yet another revamp !!!

    Tell me about your Prius, and pix? I am always interested to see what other great folks are doing to their Prius' too !!!

    Hope you're having a great weekend !!!

    :):):):)

    Rodney
     
    #561 HAWAIIANBUILT, Aug 28, 2011
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    I just got my Prius 2 days ago, so I don't have anything to show for yet. :)

    Thanks,
     
    #562 txl146, Aug 28, 2011
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    I love this prius.. I have already used some ideas from it!

    The day I purchased my prius I had swapped over parts from the car I traded in.. lol .. I left the dealership modded. :)
     
    #563 bzyrice, Aug 29, 2011
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    Here are the first mods on my car:

    1. 3M scotch guard paint protection kit and tinted window (scheduled for this Saturday).
    2. Side moldings
    3. Rear bumper guard (clear)
     
    #564 txl146, Aug 29, 2011
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    Rodney, how easily can you remove the curtain? can you remove the curtain without removing the rails? also, is it still $58 for 2 sets?
     
    #565 txl146, Aug 31, 2011
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    Also, regarding installation.....per the manufacturer, the METAL rods go on the top (you have to physically BEND THEM to fit the contour of the top of the window frame), and the PLASTIC rails go/mount on the bottom (where the bottom curtain rings attach)...
     
    #566 GoldPianoGarden, Aug 31, 2011
  7. HAWAIIANBUILT

    HAWAIIANBUILT Senior Member

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    HEY TXL146 !!!

    Sounds like you're off to a great start !!!

    :):):):)

    Rodney
     
    #567 HAWAIIANBUILT, Aug 31, 2011
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    HEY TXL146 !!!

    :):):):)

    The curtains can be easily removed.

    The rails are secured with double sided tape.

    The pricing at the time I purchased them were about $58/pair.

    If you want to do the front and rear windows you will need to purchase 2 pairs.

    I used the Small Size for the Prius.

    Feel free to contact Freddie at AutoFashion USA for current availability and pricing at:

    AutoFashion USA
    8451 Miralani Drive, Suite E
    San Diego, CA 92126
    858-635-6620

    Tell Freddie I sent you !!!

    Hope this helps !!!

    :):):):)

    Rodney
     
    #568 HAWAIIANBUILT, Aug 31, 2011
  9. HAWAIIANBUILT

    HAWAIIANBUILT Senior Member

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    Thanks GoldPianoGarden !!!

    :):):):)

    In regards to this installation procedure, I have also had success with the plastic rail mounted on top, and the metal on bottom. I found it to be easier to bend the plastic against the contour rather than the metal.

    I have also replaced all the included double sided tape with the 3M Brand Molding Double Sided tape and found this to be much stronger than what is included.

    Choose whichever works for ya !!!

    :):):):)

    Rodney
     
    #569 HAWAIIANBUILT, Aug 31, 2011
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    Rodeney,
    I spent the last 4 hours going thru your list of mods and i am very impressed..
    i got my prius a week ago and havent started to do much to it yet but thanks for sharing all the details with us and u did a awsome job documenting the installations.
    car looks uniqe ... one of a kind.....gr8 job.
     
    #570 alfa737, Sep 14, 2011
  11. HAWAIIANBUILT

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    HELLO ALFA737 !!!

    Congratulations on your New Prius !!!

    Thank you for the kind words, this has been my favorite build so far. I am really happy to share it with you and everyone here in Prius Chat !!!

    If you have any questions on any of the products or contact information please don't hesitate to ask !!!

    Please keep us updated on your Prius progress !!!

    :):):):)

    Rodney
     
    #571 HAWAIIANBUILT, Sep 28, 2011
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    That is the nicest Prius hearse I've ever seen!
     
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    Thanks rodney,

    i have started Moding the car and here is the latest additions

    http://priuschat.com/forums/gen-iii-2010-prius-accessories-modifications/98331-let-mods-begin.html

    what do you think?
     
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    Love the ride! Best so far IMO!
     
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    Thanks for the kind words LSH !!!

    Hope you're having a great weekend !!!

    :):):):)

    Rodney
     
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  16. HAWAIIANBUILT

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    HEY PRIUS CHAT FOLKS !!!

    :):):):)
    Just had some last minute items done to HBII in preparation for the SEMA show in Las Vegas, Nevada coming November 1-4 !!!

    Here's what I did !!!

    01. Rear Spoiler Painted Blizzard Pearl to match
    02. Rear Valiance - Emblems Shaved
    03. Front License Plate Holes Shaved
    04. Front End Repainted and Re-Clear Bra'd

    Here are pictures !!!

    The Rear Spoiler and Valiance - I've always wanted to paint the Rear Spoiler to match as the original Black, in my opinion, reveals more hairline scratches. And I decided to shaved the rear emblems because I've always liked the smooth clean look of that area.

    The Rear Spoiler and Rear Valiance Before ...

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    And After !!!

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    Here are pictures of the Front End ...

    I wanted the Front License Plate Holes Shaved as with the Rear Valiance I like the Smooth and Clean look for the Front End. **This is only for show purposes**

    I will be fabricating a license plate relocation holder so that the Prius will still have the License Plate visible for LEGAL daily use !!!

    And I wanted to have the whole front repainted to match and re-Clear Bra'd for full protection of the paint !!!

    Here are After Shots

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    All in All thank you to Imperial Body Shop in La Habra, CA and Clear Pro Automotive Protection Film for their amazing work !!!

    If you would like more information / quote on both you can contact :

    Grigor - Imperial Body Shop - (562) 691-2213
    Lance - Clear Pro Automotive Protection Film - (866) 286-1012

    They'll be happy to help !!! Tell them I sent ya !!!

    Hope you're having a great weekend !!!

    :):):):)

    Rodney
     
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    How far over from the black rubber window trim did you mount the curtain rails onto the door? I am talking myself into FINALLY installing mine, although I know it will take me FOREVER to bend the metal rods into the shape of the upper window frames. And, since you've had yours installed all this time, would you have moved your rails farther toward you, or closer toward the black rubber window trim? Was wondering if you were satisfied with their clearance of the window going up and down. I need to put on my wide door visors, but I think I should go ahead and put the curtains on first, because I believe the visors would be in the way later for my installation of the upper curtain rails. Thanks, dude!!
     
    #577 GoldPianoGarden, Oct 18, 2011
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    peterjmc Ping pong in Ding Dang...

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    You should fabricate something similar to this GrimmSpeed product which utilizes the front tow hook port. Just screw in for daily use and remove and cover for show use!

    GrimmSpeed

    FYI - In case you want to purchase this product for the Prius, it might not fit.
    I asked GrimmSpeed if they could tell me what the thread pitch was on this product because I wanted to purchase it for my Prius. They replied back with that it wouldn't fit... I'm not sure if they actually did verify that though. They never did give me the thread pitch specs of their product.
     
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    While my initial intentions were to keep my wife's car stock, I should NOT have come into this thread. Damn you Rodney! :cool: It took me a couple of days to finally read through the entire thread, but like many people on PR, I feel like I know Rodney personally.... :)

    You had me at "hello" from this pic...
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    But topped yourself again here...

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    The first pic looks more tuner whereas the 2nd pic seems more refined. Good job Rodney, please keep it up.
     
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  20. HAWAIIANBUILT

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    HEY GOLDPIANOGARDEN !!!

    PM SENT !!!

    In case however, I installed the rods close to and almost touching the black rubber window trim. The clearance hasn't caused me any issues as I almost never roll down the windows during driving.

    Hope this helps and Good Luck with your Installation !!!

    :):):):)

    Rodney
     
    #580 HAWAIIANBUILT, Oct 19, 2011
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