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Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Accessories & Modifications' started by Hybrid Effects, Feb 9, 2008.

  1. Hybrid Effects

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    MOLD PICTURES[​IMG]
     
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    Concerning the matter of securely attaching the unnamed radiator inlet shield thingy without drilling holes in the bodywork: I saw this stuff at an electrical parts store today:

    3Mâ„¢ Dual Lockâ„¢ Reclosable Fastener System MP3551/MP3552 Black

    It had a good, strong, secure grip, well beyond regular hook and loop.

    The product description reads:

    "3M â„¢ Dual Lock â„¢ Reclosable Fasteners have been used extensively in transportation, electronics, business equipment, machinery, medical and sign and display markets. When the mushroom-shaped stems interlock, tensile strength is high enough to replace mechanical fasteners in many applications, yet you can readily open and close Dual Lock fasteners hundreds of times. High temperature and solvent resistant. Black, polyproplyene reclosable fastener with a VHB â„¢ Tape pressure sensitive 170/400 stems per square inch."


    Product Catalog

    P.S. The mold looks great. Can't wait to see pix of the real thingy.
     
  3. Hybrid Effects

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    I got some 3Mâ„¢ Dual Lockâ„¢ today and that stuff is expensive and I do not see what is so great about it but I will be willing to try it.

    I think 3M is way over pricing this product.

    It cost $19.00 for only 4.5 feet of usable tape per carton.:(

    Maybe if I cut it in 1" strips and space them 6" apart. With these paramiters you could do maybe 2 or 3 products.
     
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    I installed my hybrideffects.com grille block today. I noticed a quicker warm up, but the normal operating temperature remained at 186F at 48F ambient. It is raining here so I can't quantify any FE gains at this point.
     
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    Close up Pictures and pricing here:
    Toyota Prius - Grille Block - Toyota Prius 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007,2008 Hybrid Grille Block (Shipping Included)

    They are for sale now. I used a bead of clear RTV for installation.
    As soon as it stops raining here I will get a better idea about any FE benefits. In the morning my water temp usually takes 5 minutes to reach 157F. Now it takes 3 1/2 minutes. FE in the first 5 minutes went from 45 to 50MPG. So far the warmest ambient has been 55F and I show no difference in max water temp, 186F.
     
  7. efusco

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    I didn't see a place to order your product with the vent holes on the site. Also, it's not clear to me that the current model will accomodate those of us with fog lamps.

    BTW, please please contact [email protected] , the site owner. You're quickly moving into (if not already there) commercial advertising status with this thing and need to make arrangements with Danny to continue to post/advertise here. Also, I want you to arrange a group buy that will bring the cost under $100.
     
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    One other thing...This Thread should be required reading for anyone considering installing this product.
     
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    what's that artifact at the bottom segment of the headlight next to the where the reflector should be on later models?
    [​IMG]
     
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    i see you also did the fron underbody mod

    do you have some pic's of that?
     
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    I don't understand the question.:confused:
     
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    thats dust/water on the lens of the camera.
     
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    The grille block with holes is for sale I just need to post the pics and it will be a little bit higher in price. The fog lights could be altered to work by the customer. If some one wants to wait for the fog light conversions it should be finished in a week or so.

    I have been very careful to play by the rules of this board and have asked no one to post prices or ads.

    As far as a group buy goes that will be fine with me but the problem is there will still be shipping. On a group buy I might not be able to include shipping.

    I wrote Danny an email to call me and have not heard from him I will call or email him again.
     
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    You have been careful...you'd know if we had any problems. I guess that was a gentle nudge to encourage you to become a commercial advertiser.

    Please post or PM me when you have the version for the 'with fog lamps' available.

    Danny can be a little slow in responding sometimes, but he should get back with you.

    Did you say you had a source for painting these things too?
     
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    Yes I can paint them in house I have over 20 years of custom Corvette paint experience.
    I was thinking of trying to add some aftermarket fog lamps as an option also.

    Thanks for your help