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Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Accessories and Modifications' started by jamessicat408, Nov 29, 2014.

  1. jamessicat408

    jamessicat408 Active Member

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    I looked and searched this forum and nobody seem to have an aftermarket exhaust. Namely the Tanabe Medallion. There was a couple of people who had it but never posted a photo or a video.

    So I was wondering if anyone had a Prius Plus rear bumper with this set up and will see this thread. I am worried that if I buy it, it wouldn't fit and will end up melting my ground effects. Also, feel free to chime in with their thoughts!

    I am also considering a cheaper ebay J2 exhaust. My cousin has these J2 exhaust on his FRS and they are pretty decent: J2 for 10 Toyota Prius Stainless Cat Back Axleback Exhaust Muffler 4" Roll Tip | eBay

    Thank you and happy holidays!
     
    #1 jamessicat408, Nov 29, 2014
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    I have a Prius Plus rear bumper. I had an exhaust tip but had to uninstall it because it was close enough to the kit that it did start to melt and warp the paint. Luckily I got it off on time before any real damage.

    I don't have the exhaust system you are referring too but just my experience. I would think a full exhaust system would not work with the Prius Plus Kit.
     
    #2 Xterra72, Nov 30, 2014
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    Thank you for your reply. I found some photos online, and it looks like it might work. I am not sure how much inches the Prius Plus pieces added to the stock bumper, but the Tanabe exhaust looks like it hangs low.

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    It will probably clear but from my experience the heat from the exhaust tip is what caused my problem.
     
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    i have the tanabe exhaust.. i actually dont' think it will clear on the plus kit unless u modify the rear lip.
     
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    I agree. Even if it does clear, the heat from the exhaust will melt the kit.
     
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    Thank you for your reply nivlac915!

    I e-mailed Tanabe and they think a factory body kitted Prius uses a different exhaust. Oh well.

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