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    Is the gen ii Prius better in any way than the gen iii?

    Additionally, there is a greater upper "curve" of the front seat backs on the G3, as well as greater intrusiveness of the center console/rear...
    Post by: yardman 49, May 30, 2010 in forum: Gen 3 Prius Main Forum
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    Is the gen ii Prius better in any way than the gen iii?

    That's funny, Cycledrum, because I figured that if anyone commented on my reply, it would be you! :-) I was actually serious. I wasn't...
    Post by: yardman 49, May 29, 2010 in forum: Gen 3 Prius Main Forum
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    Is the gen ii Prius better in any way than the gen iii?

    I own a 2009 G2. I've sat in G3s on a few occassions. The G2 has a more spacious feeling in both the front and rear seats to me.
    Post by: yardman 49, May 28, 2010 in forum: Gen 3 Prius Main Forum
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    the "B" gear

    Hello Richard: I have to agree with Fuzzy1 that the analogy of likening the use of B mode to slow down is akin to downshifting on a manual...
    Post by: yardman 49, May 16, 2010 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Main Forum
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    Traction control disabling brakes over bumps

    Hello Jonathan: Have you tried maybe 40 psi cold and seen if the issue is still as pronounced?
    Post by: yardman 49, May 13, 2010 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Technical Discussion
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    Traction control disabling brakes over bumps

    Hello Galownia: You sound pretty knowledgeable. Maybe you could provide some additional info: - what tire pressure do you run? - how...
    Post by: yardman 49, May 13, 2010 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Technical Discussion
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    More bashing....Is your car OK?

    If they are blind, how would they even know that it was a Prius?? :cool:
    Post by: yardman 49, May 12, 2010 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Main Forum
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    Tanabe exhaust

    I'm assuming that you mean "louder sound", most likely. Some things to keep in mind about this: - The Prius sometimes spins the ICE very fast,...
    Post by: yardman 49, May 12, 2010 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Accessories & Modifications
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    Headlights Peeling

    The coating is already compromised. I'd get a headlight polishing kit, polish them properly, then seal them regularly with 303 aircraft...
    Post by: yardman 49, May 12, 2010 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Technical Discussion
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    Tanabe exhaust

    What's the supposed benefit of this exhaust? :confused:
    Post by: yardman 49, May 11, 2010 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Accessories & Modifications
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    the "B" gear

    Most of the time, the Prius is using just regenerative braking when stopping, until it gets below 7 mph. Then the friction brakes take over. So if...
    Post by: yardman 49, May 11, 2010 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Main Forum
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    How known is this "secret" center console compartment?

    Real men don't use tissue boxes....they use handkerchiefs! ;)
    Post by: yardman 49, May 10, 2010 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Main Forum
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    Batteries Question

    Prius2007: You are overthinking this. In traffic, the ICE will turn on whenever the Traction battery needs charging. This generally...
    Post by: yardman 49, May 7, 2010 in forum: Gen 3 Prius Technical Discussion
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    Hybrid autos save money in long run, study finds

    Maybe not your "fault" per se. But insurance rates are also based on some things that are quite surprising, such as your credit score.
    Post by: yardman 49, Apr 28, 2010 in forum: Prius, Hybrid, EV and Alt-Fuel News
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    Touchless carwash on a 3-week painted Prius

    That's weird. I've never heard of this before, even with friends who have black or dark colored cars. I have one friend who has a black Mustang...
    Post by: yardman 49, Apr 22, 2010 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Main Forum