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Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Main Forum' started by 69shovlhed, Oct 4, 2012.

  1. 69shovlhed

    69shovlhed Surly tree hugger

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    Very mild cosmetic changes with these kits... especially for that kinda money. If people are nuts about the Prius's aerodynamics, why not introduce some underbody kits along with front splitters and rear diffusers?

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    Granted, the Prius already looks like a pregnant hippo. I guess fender flares are out of the question...
     
  3. usnavystgc

    usnavystgc Die Hard DIYer and Ebike enthusiast.

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    Here's what I want my Prius to look like (see attachment (best viewed at 75%). I wish I had the money to do something like this (along with the underbody kit pictured above). I wonder what this would do to the mpg's if done correctly??? I know that highway mpg would probably be the only thing affected.
     

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    It's not a kit... it's how many Ferraris come from the factory.

    Get yourself some cheap sheet metal and some screws... you could have yours done in an afternoon!
     
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    Yeah, it's too bad these kits don't reduce the drag coefficient to about .19 or so (.14 would be even better).

    Now see Maestro, this is why I don't ignore you (or any user). I have found in my life that everyone has value and wisdom is gained by listening to all.