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  1. rjparker replied to the thread Toyota Autoparts is having another 20% off sale/free ship on $75. Lowest price list inside..

    Hoover Toyota usually beats the others when I buy online.

    Jul 6, 2026 at 11:29 PM

  2. rjparker replied to the thread Fort Myers /Punta Gorda Area.

    The amplifier listed as damaged is part of the radio but sits under the seat. A pre purchase inspection should check all functions....

    Jul 6, 2026 at 5:50 PM

  3. rjparker replied to the thread AM2 Fuse Blown.

    Agree Inverter Coolant Pump sometimes shorts and takes out a couple of fuses. Don't buy an aftermarket pump unless you are ok with...

    Jul 6, 2026 at 5:26 PM

  4. rjparker replied to the thread Fort Myers /Punta Gorda Area.

    Even more reason to do a comprehensive pre purchase check. Sure, the radio could be a result of rodent damage. I doubt the radio...

    Jul 6, 2026 at 4:59 PM

  5. rjparker replied to the thread Fort Myers /Punta Gorda Area.

    For the money you are spending I would have it inspected. No one can give you an accurate hybrid battery percent of life. At least...

    Jul 6, 2026 at 3:23 PM

  6. rjparker replied to the thread Dangerous Heatwave & A/C Died.

    It could be the inverter coolant pump OR it could be simply having the car in Ready with the AC on and not moving. The inverter coolant...

    Jul 6, 2026 at 1:54 PM

  7. rjparker replied to the thread Dangerous Heatwave & A/C Died.

    Engine coolant or inverter coolant getting hot makes better sense. Heater blend door (simple test above), inverter coolant temperature...

    Jul 6, 2026 at 11:44 AM

  8. rjparker attached a file to the thread Dangerous Heatwave & A/C Died.

    Obviously the radiator fans have to be running anytime the ac is on and the car is not moving. An easy check. Has anyone actually...

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  9. rjparker replied to the thread Fort Myers /Punta Gorda Area.

    If no one has personal recommendations, I would get an appointment with a Toyota dealer. - I would also get the vin and pay for a...

    Jul 5, 2026 at 10:52 PM

  10. rjparker replied to the thread Seeking advice on buying a Prius v.

    Plenty of people like the AP200

    Jul 5, 2026 at 10:09 PM

  11. rjparker attached a file to the thread 2017, 63,000 miles, showroom condition.

    There were incremental improvements in gen3 engines along the way. If you compared a 2011 gen3 to a 2017 gen3 there were improvements...

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  12. rjparker attached a file to the thread I'm back; breaking pledge -- electric problem...sosumi.

    I was shopping Home Depot both in store and online when I needed a light almond gfci. They only had Leviton's EGFW1 Lever GFCI in...

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  13. rjparker replied to the thread I'm back; breaking pledge -- electric problem...sosumi.

    . I wish they weren't white only.

    Jul 5, 2026 at 4:25 PM

  14. rjparker replied to the thread Seeking advice on buying a Prius v.

    The brake booster sound is normal even if it has increased in frequency or duration. Codes are the determinator. Just realize dealer...

    Jul 5, 2026 at 3:33 PM

  15. rjparker replied to the thread Prius in for an oil change.

    The transaxle does have real gears just like a conventional automatic: what it does not have are clutches, solenoids or torque...

    Jul 5, 2026 at 9:57 AM
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