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Jcgnic3man'3 2014 Prius Three (not III as roman Numerals were used for model year 2010)

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Accessories and Modifications' started by Jcgnic3man, Aug 29, 2014.

  1. DaneH5

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    What is wrong with centering on the lugnuts? If lugnut fit hole in rim it would be centered correctly. That type of lugnut has been in use for decades.

    Mods look great. I am doing fog-lights, hitch, neoprene seat covers, mud guards, window deflectors and front end cover for road trips (hopefully to stop the hood chips seen on most Prius') . Windows tinted already.
     
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    I wasn't sure that "goldifying" parts on your car would work, but have to admit the final results look damn sharp. I like it. Nice job!
     
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  3. Jcgnic3man

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    Thanks guys! I have a set of 18" wheels powered coated Gold so it can blend with the whole car. About the "Centering" to be honest i haven't had any issues with the wheels at all... That's just me though...

    I've had wheels with the same stituation before with my old cars but i never had issues...

    I'm doing the 3m clear paint protectant on the car now, i'll post some pics later.
     
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    Wrong, maybe if the lug nuts had the acorn type seat, but the flat washer type lug nuts don't center the wheels when tightened down.

    SCH-I535
     
  5. DaneH5

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    The ones I am thinking about have a shoulder on them to take up the area between the stud and wheel itself.
     
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    I need that jack! For Cheap though lol
     
  7. Jcgnic3man

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    Lol! When I get my new set I'll post the FRS set for sale.
    A snap shot of the tail lights.
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    For about $10 shipped, you can get a set of 4 CR1053 (56.1mm to 54.1mm) Spigot Rings / Hub Centric Rings and not worry. Better safe than sorry. Spigot Rings Hub Centric Rings Full Set of 4 Four Size to Choose from 200 | eBay

    Also, a 3mm spacer will give the lug nuts a bit more thread contact and still clear the brakes. Others have ground the brake down, but the center caps no longer fit.

    Toyota logo center cap covers for $11 a set will enhance the wheels further. 47mm is the best fit and just stick on the scion center caps. Black or carbon fiber for that extra .01 hp;-) Just use a suction cup to pop the cap off without having to remove the wheel. TOYOTA 3d car stickers for wheel center caps СARBON LOOK ― Online shop 3D wheel center caps

    Have you noticed any difference in handling, breaking, acceleration and mileage with the new skins? BTW, I am in the process of changing mine to the FRS wheels. Great look.
     
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    Here is further clarification why you need the hub centric rings even with self centering lug nuts. Hub-Centric vs. Lug-Centric Wheels

    Also, the factory tire pressure sensors will fit the FRS wheels.
     
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    Thanks guys! I'm going with the ebay Spigot rings and ordering them ASAP. Here's some pics of the 3m Paint Protection Kit it turned out really good you can't even tell you have it on.
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    Is that a film or the spray on kit they sell?
     
  12. DaneH5

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    It is a spray and was on special at AdvancedAuto.com for like $16 a can.
     
  13. Jcgnic3man

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    I just had new wheels and tires installed:)

    XXR 535s.

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