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  1. Mendel Leisk attached a file to the thread New safety ratings prioritize touch controls for key driving needs.

    This works for us: [ATTACH]

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  2. Mendel Leisk attached a file to the thread Problem using Airlift to pull vacuum.

    I’ve used the method proscribed in repair manual, no special equipment needed, and went pretty smooth. I wouldn’t bother with the...

    Aug 21, 2025 at 3:51 PM

  3. Mendel Leisk replied to the thread Gen5 Limited AWD Wheels & Tires HELP!!! <g>.

    The Toyota teel rim hub opening, at least the one I used on my gen 3, has a raised lip, not sure that the center cap for Toyota alloy...

    Aug 21, 2025 at 2:25 PM

  4. Mendel Leisk liked rjparker's post in the thread How often to service A/C refrigerant?.

    With a sight glass you can see the refrigerant moving even when it's full. It does not mean it's right in a critically charged Prius...

    Aug 21, 2025 at 2:17 PM

  5. Mendel Leisk liked andreimontreal's post in the thread HD Springs - reviews? anybody selling??? 3rd gen.

    Gear and an occupant in this case; driver was extra. I know you gonna lecture me on the car's rating. It can handle it. The Toyota...

    Aug 21, 2025 at 2:17 PM

  6. Mendel Leisk attached a file to the thread Have you changed your tires? What is your experience?.

    Yeah, comparing to the stock 19" size. Oddly, the stock 17" size is markedly smaller OD, and your choice isn't that different: [ATTACH]

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  7. Mendel Leisk attached a file to the thread HD Springs - reviews? anybody selling??? 3rd gen.

    900 pounds is just the gear, or gear and occupant(s)? And towing, uhoh. [ATTACH]

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  8. Mendel Leisk attached a file to the thread How often to service A/C refrigerant?.

    I Seems not that useful, the attached "inspection" pdf, says if you see any bubbles it's undercharged, and if you see nothing it could...

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  9. Mendel Leisk replied to the thread New safety ratings prioritize touch controls for key driving needs.

    I’m a leetle more sceptical about the auto makers motives, the rationale behind their “improvements”.

    Aug 21, 2025 at 11:05 AM

  10. Mendel Leisk attached a file to the thread Need suggestion to get the part.

    What's your frame number? It's on the drivers door decal: [ATTACH] You can feed that frame number (or the VIN?) on Amayama, and...

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  11. Mendel Leisk attached a file to the thread Gen5 Limited AWD Wheels & Tires HELP!!! <g>.

    I don’t think there’s a centre cap for the the Toyota steel rims. I found a 2” (nom) ABS end cap (plumbing item) almost worked, except...

    IMG_1475.jpeg Aug 21, 2025 at 9:40 AM

  12. Mendel Leisk liked Bechi's post in the thread Gen5 Limited AWD Wheels & Tires HELP!!! <g>.

    Hammersmith and Mendel, I promise to consider the Michelin snows, but I confess to REALLY loving the Hakkapeliittas. I tried both...

    Aug 21, 2025 at 9:22 AM

  13. Mendel Leisk replied to the thread New safety ratings prioritize touch controls for key driving needs.

    to me it feels like: Car manufacturers preferences change over time - so buyers are constantly adapting to keep up with manufacturers’...

    Aug 21, 2025 at 9:17 AM

  14. Mendel Leisk attached a file to the thread 2022 awd-e Jack points and evaporator location.

    Front looks good, not so sure about rear. Clearer Owners Manual pic: [ATTACH] for front point rolling front wheels onto low rise ramps...

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