Intro & Goals w/ My Prius

Discussion in 'Newbie Forum' started by PrismPopo, Feb 25, 2026 at 8:01 AM.

  1. PrismPopo

    PrismPopo New Member

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    Hi All!

    I got my blk 25 nightshade awd late last year and have lots of long term plans for it! Here are some off the top of my head:
    1. Sound system upgrade (excluding head unit,without cutting factory wires).
    2. 12v battery change (agm seems to be a good approach based on the first change)
    3. Repaint car(at least hood and bumper because of rock chips)
    4. Maybe ppf bumper
    5. Subtle appearance changes
    6. Change wheel and rims
    I have found quite a lot of stuff to review through these forumns as well as more official documentation. My main reason for finally deciding to make an account was so that I may eventually be able to msg the author(i think scotched) of gen5 repair manual mostly in case I need help removing or replacing any interior trim panels, but now that I have made an acct, I plan to upload the beginning/mid-stage/end results of these projects!

    Anyways nice to meet you all ^_^b
     
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  2. ETC(SS)

    ETC(SS) The OTHER One Percenter.....

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    Welcome Aboard.

    Good Luck!
     
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  3. Mendel Leisk

    Mendel Leisk MMX GEN III

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    One year old car, and you’re planning to:

    replace the 12 volt battery

    repaint

    replace wheels

    replace sound system

    oh dear…
     
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  4. Prodigyplace

    Prodigyplace 2025 Camry XLE FWD

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    Welcome.
    I moved on from my Prius to a Camry Hybrid, basically the same system but larger.
    The Toyota repair manuals are exclusively available on the Toyota Information System for a subscription fee. You will not likely find the authors here.
    Subscriptions are available for as low as 2 days for $30

    TIS
     
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