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rjparker replied to the thread 2016 Prius Two Eco - rear brakes, what am I doing wrong.
this should work [MEDIA]
Apr 17, 2026 at 2:27 PM -
rjparker attached a file to the thread Another EGR thread.
A good price at $1200 starting for a head gasket. Looks like they do a lot of Hondas. [ATTACH]
Apr 17, 2026 at 2:08 PM
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rjparker replied to the thread Hybrid System Issues.
I would buy new even though its twice as much. Avoid the temptation to buy a rebuild even though some are available via shipment or...
Apr 17, 2026 at 7:05 AM -
rjparker replied to the thread Hybrid System Issues.
I used them years ago. They are legit and buy a lot of batteries from Toyota.
Apr 17, 2026 at 12:44 AM -
rjparker attached a file to the thread Hybrid System Issues.
Hometown Hybrids has a Houston, Austin and San Antonio shop. If you are in Gatesville, Tx their Austin shop would be closest or use...
Apr 16, 2026 at 10:32 PM
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rjparker replied to the thread Another EGR thread.
What was the name of the shop? We get people needing hg shops all the time.
Apr 16, 2026 at 4:40 PM -
rjparker attached a file to the thread New starting battery. Memory saver or jumper cables?.
If I was concerned about memory saving I might get this one or similar [ATTACH] They claim reverse polarity protection, 7 amp...
Apr 16, 2026 at 4:16 PM
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rjparker replied to the thread New starting battery. Memory saver or jumper cables?.
I find Toyotas and definitely my Prius v have little or no problems with a 12v disconnect. I don't lose window or radio settings and my...
Apr 16, 2026 at 7:59 AM -
rjparker replied to the thread Hybrid battery cooling mod.
As Brian pointed out, a retrofit lithium battery and a safe and robust bms is being developed by an engineer who did the same thing for...
Apr 15, 2026 at 6:05 PM -
rjparker liked Brian1954's post in the thread Hybrid battery cooling mod.
This is getting off topic, but a safe version for Lithium-Ion hybrid battery is being developed right now. It is not ready for sale yet....
Apr 15, 2026 at 5:25 PM -
rjparker attached a file to the thread Replacing the blower motor.
Regardless, a little more ebay reverse engineering US version left hand drive CW from motor, CCW from blower wheel (Factory White...
Apr 15, 2026 at 2:50 AM
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rjparker attached a file to the thread Replacing the blower motor.
Typical hvac blower operation[ATTACH]
Apr 15, 2026 at 12:44 AM
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rjparker attached a file to the thread Replacing the blower motor.
Given you are in Australia, there is a good chance your blower is different than ours based on "the old motor [number] is 272700-8074."...
Apr 14, 2026 at 3:57 PM
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rjparker replied to the thread How expensive is the flat tire charge, if you have no spare?.
I only "Ready" our cars. Starters are so 90's. I gave it back and the kid still got a decent tip, partially because he/they rounded...
Apr 14, 2026 at 2:35 PM -
rjparker replied to the thread How expensive is the flat tire charge, if you have no spare?.
A week ago we were at a nice restaurant when presented with a check for $55. Just happened to have a $100 dollar bill so it went on...
Apr 14, 2026 at 1:23 PM
