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rjparker attached a file to the thread All of my brand new bolts stretched.
The spec is Torque: 27 N·m (275 kgf·cm, 20ft·lbf) 1 NM is 0.7376 ftlbs 20 NM IS 14.75 ftlbs which is reduced torque. Use of oil on the...
Jul 8, 2026 at 8:23 AM
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rjparker attached a file to the thread All of my brand new bolts stretched.
My guess is your torque wrench is not calibrated anymore. Do you reset it to zero before storing it? Not sure I would worry about on...
Jul 8, 2026 at 12:18 AM -
rjparker replied to the thread Head Gasket, or not?.
You pay a shop to install it. Its an option that can be cost effective.
Jul 7, 2026 at 10:28 PM -
rjparker attached a file to the thread 2010 Toyota Prius - Leaking Head Gasket.
The problem is the used car market is ridiculously high for a decent 100k mile car and still high for a 200k car. I would check your...
Jul 7, 2026 at 8:06 PM
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rjparker replied to the thread P0A08 and I have to pee! Can I drive at all?.
The only item on your theory list that I would endorse is #2 but it does not point to a root cause. That engine coolant temperature...
Jul 7, 2026 at 5:03 PM -
rjparker replied to the thread Head Gasket, or not?.
Getting a newer car is always the best idea. Installing a JDM engine is often better than attempting a head gasket repair unless you...
Jul 7, 2026 at 4:10 PM -
rjparker attached a file to the thread Seeking advice on buying a Prius v.
The Toyota maintenance schedule has a group of inspections and a tire rotation at 5k intervals. [ATTACH] They will certainly do an...
Jul 7, 2026 at 12:07 PM
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rjparker replied to the thread Very faint clicks at stop from brake actuator.
Hybridpit tried it for a while but quit. One issue is the variety of different firmware in brake boosters which required Hybridpit to...
Jul 7, 2026 at 11:52 AM -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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
