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A List of Prius Mods for the Website

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Accessories & Modifications' started by TonyPSchaefer, May 7, 2007.

  1. mee081224

    mee081224 New Member

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    uh hello what about leather seats lol, not that i got them, but i got quoted 1069, like 10 months ago, i still havent gotten them, im poor lol
     
  2. patsparks

    patsparks An Aussie perspective

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    I put a pair of sheepskin faced seat covers on the front seats. Cost $239AU.
    Improved comfort and protects the seats from wear and soiling.
    A set of cheap floor mats while I consider genuine floor mats. Cost $14.49AU

    I have shark fin, mud flaps & front windscreen sun shade/reflector from Prius Chat.

    I want a mesh carrier for the luggage area to stop stuff rolling around.
    Might do the racing hubcap conversion and scan gauge and/or dice.
     
  3. hill

    hill High Fiber Member

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    My vote goes to lockpick as the all time doller to value winner.
     
  4. fred s

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    Looks good, but I think I am seeing two sag like ridges a few inches in from the edges of the sunroof starting behind it and going for a foot or two? This is from looking at the picture you posted, blown up/

    <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(craigk @ May 25 2007, 12:25 PM) [snapback]449863[/snapback]</div>

    <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(massimo @ Jul 24 2007, 11:01 PM) [snapback]484486[/snapback]</div>
    Install the katzkins yourself for around 600. I plan to get them in two tone.
     

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  5. Actual Mileage

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    Go look at your roof. They all have those lines.


    <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(Fred S @ Aug 13 2007, 03:47 PM) [snapback]494918[/snapback]</div>
     
  6. Danny Hamilton

    Danny Hamilton Active Member

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    <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(Actual Mileage @ Aug 13 2007, 03:19 PM) [snapback]494952[/snapback]</div>
    <---- According to his ID information

    He doesn't own a Prius, so looking at his roof won't help, but yes all Prii have those ridges.
     
  7. dogfriend

    dogfriend Human - Animal Hybrid

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    Less than $50:

    Not really a mod, but a piece of safety equipment.

    http://www.blackanddecker.com/ProductGuide...ProductID=15581

    < $35 at WalMart, may also find it even cheaper under the Vector brand sold at PepBoys.

    A jump starter is useful in two ways:

    1. You don't have to depend on anyone else if your 12V battery becomes discharged. You avoid having a well meaning samaritan hook up the jumper cables incorrectly and possibly destroying the electronics in your Prius.

    2. You can help out other motorists without involving your Prius in a jump start situation.

    Make sure not to get the type of jump starter that plugs into the aux power jack, because the jacks are ignition switched on the Prius (it won't work when ignition is off)..
     
  8. fred s

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    <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(Danny Hamilton @ Aug 13 2007, 05:22 PM) [snapback]494955[/snapback]</div>

    Got one on order, was worried, but if that's normal then I am seriously considering adding it! I am a little concerned about the structure being cut to get the new roof in though.
     
  9. sparkyAZ

    sparkyAZ übergeek

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    <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(priussoris @ May 7 2007, 09:27 PM) [snapback]437258[/snapback]</div>

    I have found the exact same trailer hitch made by Curt Manufacturing available on the U-Haul web site as part number 24743 Sportframe 1 1/4 inch Reciever for $119.95 with free shipping. Pick up the 1 1/4" square plastic cover, part number 13108 while you are at it for $1.15 each.
     
  10. hill

    hill High Fiber Member

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  11. Prius Limo

    Prius Limo New Member

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    <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(Fred S @ Aug 13 2007, 07:38 PM) [snapback]495111[/snapback]</div>
    The sunroof modification will not compromise the integrity of the structure. The perpendicular braces are very thin, just there to keep the roof from vibrating. The sunroof frame will more than sufficiently replace the function of the one or two members cut.

    I don’t know how to estimate the cost of the modification I performed. I guess I should get two sunroofs installed. See below.

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  12. Blue Hoosier

    Blue Hoosier New Member

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    Here are some of the MODS I have that haven't already been listed:

    1) GT custom seat covers for the Prius w/side airbag flaps from ToyotaPartsStore.com for $129.99 (from GTcovers.com $169.00) these fit like factory seats.
    2) Prius Chrome License Plate Frame - autolicenseframes.com or autostuff.com- approx. $32.00
    3) Toyota Prius Glove Box Cover - $39.95, Sun Hood for MFD $26.99 (looks like matches dash), Prius Leather Key FOB case - $9.99 - contact PriusHoods.com on EBAY.
    4) Zaino Wash and Wax Products - contact Zaino.com
    5) Deluxe 12 pc Dash & Console Pad Set for Prius - $22.00 - contact [email protected]
    6) Prius Rear Bumper Protector Applique - $41.58 - from ToyotaPartsStore.com
    7) 303 Products - clean dash & plastic - 303 Aerospace Protectant; wipes for windshield wiper blades to keep ice and snow from sticking - contact 303products.com
    8) 3M Clear Paint Protectant - Hood, fenders, bumper, 2 mirrors, edges for doors - $700 installed - contact xpel.com for dealer info in your area.
     
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  13. Tideland Prius

    Tideland Prius Moderator of the North
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    <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(Prius Limo @ Sep 30 2007, 01:31 PM) [snapback]519534[/snapback]</div>
    I forgot to ask you in the other thread, does the middle door open?
     
  14. orionll

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    <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(Prius Limo @ Sep 30 2007, 01:31 PM) [snapback]519534[/snapback]</div>
    I don't mean to hijack this thread, but it looks as if there may be a reflection of another Prius in your limo Prius. Is there?

    Thanks

    -Orion
     
  15. Tideland Prius

    Tideland Prius Moderator of the North
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    <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(orionll @ Oct 4 2007, 06:48 PM) [snapback]521497[/snapback]</div>
    Yeah there is. His wife's Prius (or at least their other Prius)
     
  16. Prius Limo

    Prius Limo New Member

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    <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(Tideland Prius @ Oct 4 2007, 07:29 PM) [snapback]521485[/snapback]</div>
    The middle doors do open. The three youngest children own the middle row so it is nice to have access. The middle doors have the child safety locks and electric locks tied into the system. The window controls in the rear four doors all control the rear windows. The middle doors compensate for the angles of the front and rear doors so the center windows do not roll down.
     
  17. Tideland Prius

    Tideland Prius Moderator of the North
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    cool! An interior pics?
     
  18. nmrickie

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    More than $100.00:

    Rain sensing wiper mod - $149 raintracker.com

    This is one of the few things I missed about my Caddy!
     
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  19. Prius Limo

    Prius Limo New Member

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    <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(Tideland Prius @ Oct 5 2007, 03:51 PM) [snapback]521957[/snapback]</div>
    Pictures and many questions answered are posted on another string. Please see http://priuschat.com/index.php?showtopic=37363
     
  20. Tideland Prius

    Tideland Prius Moderator of the North
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    <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(Prius Limo @ Oct 6 2007, 05:50 AM) [snapback]522136[/snapback]</div>
    Hmm.. must've flew by me cause I did not see the interior shots the first time. Thanks!

    P.S. would've been nice to give the page number but no biggie. Thanks again! Looks really cool with 3 rows of seats!