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Finally got my Black/Black Package 8 in!

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Main Forum' started by georgekessel, Jul 22, 2006.

  1. georgekessel

    georgekessel Member

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    Yesterday we finally took delivery of our new Black Package 8 (I think that's what it's called). We had custom black leather put on the inside with heated seats and added some nicer 17" rims (see pics)

    Now - please tell me where the best place to get the ECO / Battery only mode conversion is (someone that will ship to Canada). I'm on the list to for the PHEV conversion but until then I want to make this one as efficient as possible.

    We bought this car in Bellingham WA and imported it into Canada and thus saved more then $5k after taxes (don't ask why, Canada dealers just take advantage etc..) plus we were able to get HID headlamps (not avail in Canada yet)
     
    #1 georgekessel, Jul 22, 2006
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    <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(Ecojosh @ Jul 22 2006, 06:24 PM) [snapback]290644[/snapback]</div>
    You will have to let your lady partner join Prius Chat so she can be yet another lady with a black prii. :)
     
    #2 walt, Jul 22, 2006
  3. Bill Merchant

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    Congratulations on your new baby, EcoJosh. Looks great!

    Look on here for threads about EV Mode or EV switch and you'll find lots of info on the "ECO / battery only" mode. You don't actually need a separate switch, but you can buy an OEM one from several vendors. Be aware that misuse or poor use of EV Mode can reduce your fuel efficiency, therefore using more gas and being less eco-friendly.

    And add some more detail to your profile, when you can, like your location...
     
    #3 Bill Merchant, Jul 22, 2006
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    Congrats! I had the heated leather installed on my 2006 Barcelona Red and love it. What kind of mileage are you getting with the 17" rims?
     
    #4 yorkeyng, Jul 22, 2006
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    Very nice looking rims! I just got my Black Option 7 yesterday and I am getting two-tone (Black/Grey) Leather installed - dealer arranged. I have been facilating on the wheel/tire situation - I know I want to replace the stock items but was unsure how black rims would look on the black car. Yours are nice -- what are they? Do you know the weight? What tires did you choose? ... Sorry, lots of questions!

    Today I am busy ordering Tom's Racing parts and various goodies I am learning about on this site... very fun indeed... :D

    Bob
     
    #5 bobh3501, Jul 22, 2006
  6. usbseawolf2000

    usbseawolf2000 HSD PhD

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    It is nice to see another Black Prius with chrome lip rims. :D You will get a lot of attention.

    Yorks,

    I am now getting 48.8 MPG (used to get 52.0 MPG) with my 17" rims. See this thread or my signature for more detail.

    Dennis
     
    #6 usbseawolf2000, Jul 22, 2006
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    Enjoy your beautiful black baby. The pictures are great.
     
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  8. georgekessel

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    Here is all the info on the rims;

    Bought from The Tire Rack;
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    Availability
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    4 17x7 MOTEGI RACING DV5 BLK MA LP In Stock $153.00 $612.00
    4 70.5-54mm ring "c"ring ar ring In Stock N/C N/C
    20 Required lugnut for vehicle In Stock N/C N/C
    1 19/21 to 17mm lug adapter In Stock N/C N/C
    4 205/50VR-17 Continental ContiProContact In Stock $111.00 $444.00
    1 Continental Warranty Packet In Stock N/C N/C
    1 Conti/Gen Registration Card In Stock N/C N/C
    1 Avon Warranty Packet In Stock N/C N/C
    1 Avon Registration Card In Stock N/C N/C
    4 Mount and Balance (No Charge) N/C N/C








    Some products above selected for the following vehicle(s):
    Vehicle: 06 Toyota Prius


    Shipping: $138.13
    Tax: $.00
    Excise Tax: $.00
    State Disposal Fund Fee: $.00
    Order Total Including Shipping: $1,194.13

    The mods that I need help with (please direct me) are;

    Changing ODO to show in Kilometers (speedo is in KM but ODO is in Miles)

    Turning off that annoying beeping noise when I put it into reverse. It's so distracting...

    Daytime running lights conversion?

    Please help with any "hey you should check here" posts :)
     
    #8 georgekessel, Jul 23, 2006
  9. georgekessel

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    Interior Shot
     
    #9 georgekessel, Jul 23, 2006
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    #10 usbseawolf2000, Jul 23, 2006
  11. georgekessel

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    <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(usbseawolf2000 @ Jul 23 2006, 08:08 PM) [snapback]291237[/snapback]</div>
    The button changes the speed but not the Odometer...

    Thanks for the link though!!!
     
    #11 georgekessel, Jul 24, 2006
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