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Chassis stiffing plate

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Main Forum' started by STRESS, Nov 2, 2005.

  1. STRESS

    STRESS New Member

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    I see that such an item is offered here as an accessory, has anyone installed one and found that it makes a noticeable difference? Sorry if this has been covered in an earlier post but I am new. Thanks
     
    #1 STRESS, Nov 2, 2005
  2. efusco

    efusco Moderator Emeritus
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    From a search with key words Stiffening Plate
    http://priuschat.com/index.php?act=Search&...tiffening+plate

    Short answer is yes it works.
     
    #2 efusco, Nov 2, 2005
  3. DaveinOlyWA

    DaveinOlyWA 3rd Time was Solariffic!!

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    short answer...

    ya i like it. less body roll on curves. i have a fairly steep downhill stretch between my sister's house and mine. it has very sharp turns in it to mediate the grade a bit. definitely a noticable difference. more solid feeling. i have never had much of an issue with handling on the freeway before the plate so cant say if that will improve.
     
    #3 DaveinOlyWA, Nov 2, 2005
  4. V8Cobrakid

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    It makes a huge difference. I can feel the road now instead of the car bouncing around. It corners now. When you get one, you'll be happy with the purchase. It's simply put: awesome.

    It improves both low and high speeds.
     
    #4 V8Cobrakid, Mar 25, 2006
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    windstrings Certified Prius Breeder

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    Ditto!
     
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    i actually find myself going slower so i can enjoy the car more, the road more, and my mpg more :) to and from work ( roughly 5 miles) i haven't been getting below 50mph. I usually average over 60 going to work. hehe.. fun :)
     
    #6 V8Cobrakid, Mar 25, 2006
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