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Finally installed the hood deflector!

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Accessories & Modifications' started by Gilbert, Jun 9, 2008.

  1. GatorJZ

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    Nonsense....ClearBra is highly effective against the type of road debris you normally encounter, including small rocks.

    I had a cheaper version of CB on my gas 02 Ford Escape for 4 years....no damage. I've had CB on my 06 FEH for twp years and a ping pong ball sized stone recently dented my hood. Zero paint damage and a quick fix for my paintless dent guy. Six years with this type product, one damaging incident to a protected vehicle.
     
  2. leftie1277

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    finally got my hood protector and installed last night, looks pretty good IMHO, and covered up some existing dings in the hood :).
    I'll try to get some pics up

    -Matt

    btw this is installed on a DW Pearl Prius
     
  3. Tdoff1

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    mine is on the way, shipped yesterday from the only place I could find that had them. Should have it soon..................:rockon:
     
  4. KayakerNC

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    And the only place is...........?
     
  5. Tdoff1

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    I have been in contact with Danny (parts mgr) at Round Rock Toyota, he was able to order a deflector for me. Toyota Dealer Round Rock Texas and Austin Texas, offering new and used Toyotas, a Toyota Dealership offering Cars, Trucks and SUVs. He apparently rec'd quite a few calls after his name appeared on a prior post.

    He took my name and placed an order for 10 of them. Called me Weds and advised it was in. Cost is $78 plus $20 shipping. Super nice guy, I should have it this weekend. He advised they go really fast, good luck
     
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    well. I installed the hood deflector, not a bad install at all, pretty straightforward. I had a little helper to make sure I didn't lose any of the clips :)
    It has already taken some "road bullets" already and is doing its job quite well. So far I am very pleased with this product.

    -Matt


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  7. Sheepdog

    Sheepdog C'Mere Sheepie!

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    If I was designing it I would have made it able to flip forward and up for cleaning underneath. But all in all I like mine. It is distinctive on red and has stopped gravel and a bird so far from doing damage. The bird hit the deflector and cannon balled up and away over my head. I dont know if he recovered or not.
     
  8. KayakerNC

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    Back in stock at Toyota Parts Store. P/N 71621-99199.
    I ordered mine today, got an order-update email saying it was in process. :car:
     
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    ZC1 Junior Prius Owner

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    My wife and I agree, you've got a cute little helper there.
    She's giving double thumbs up....precious.
    :)

    ZC1
     
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    For both the Prius and helper: very nice!
     
  11. Tdoff1

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    Got mine today, will install tomorrow. You inspired me, will get my 8 year old to "help" :juggle:
     
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    10 minute installation and looks great!:party:. All need is a tape measure, phillips head and a little patience.
     
  13. Sheepdog

    Sheepdog C'Mere Sheepie!

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    You are obligated to take a picture you know!
     
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    sweet! let's see some pics!
     
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    Thanks man! She was a huge help!

    Mudguards here we come!
     
  16. markderail

    markderail I do 45 mins @ 3200 PSI

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    Bah, can't show you mine. It's the 3M clear bra.
    Not seeing it is pure awesome.
    Not a single rock ding on the hold after over two years is awesomeness.

    Getting the fog lights and the headlights done with the same stuff is a good idea too, for less than 100$.
     
  17. GatorJZ

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    ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^

    He gets it.
     
  18. Tdoff1

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    Leftie is my test installer......will get my pics uploaded. let me know when you get the mud guards and how the process went.......thanks for the info on the hood deflector.....
     
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    HA! Glad I can be of help...:)
     
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    Piece of pie....cake....whatever.
     

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