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Shark fin installed!

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Accessories & Modifications' started by yunebug, Feb 6, 2008.

  1. yunebug

    yunebug Gas Guzzler

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    Haha... very exciting. :0) So far, no reception issues. YAY!

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    Sorry for the horrible photos. And thanks to chefboyarlee. Thanks for a great deal and smooth transaction!
     
    #1 yunebug, Feb 6, 2008
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    Nice LOOKS GOOD! I just bought my wife one for Christmas.

    Where did you buy it at and how much?
     
    #2 graphikzking, Feb 6, 2008
  3. Rae Vynn

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    Sharkfins are available through the PriusChat shop.
    That's where we got ours :)
     
    #3 Rae Vynn, Feb 6, 2008
  4. yunebug

    yunebug Gas Guzzler

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    Definitely worth it for me. :0) Bought it from a member on here for $65. You can purchase one from the PC store for $74, I think?
     
    #4 yunebug, Feb 6, 2008
  5. graphikzking

    graphikzking Junior Member

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    I tried to buy a Prius one in like Mid November.. they had a 4 week wait..

    I wanted it for Christmas Present so I couldn't wait.

    Went to "another company" and paid $71 delivered. Right in the ballpark..

    I did buy the extended warranty through Troy though! Great to deal with.. very easy seamless transaction!
     
    #5 graphikzking, Feb 6, 2008
  6. Qlara

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    SharkFin is definitely the best mod in all Prius!
    I'll do mine soon, waiting for warmer weather.
     
    #6 Qlara, Feb 6, 2008
  7. ewxlt66

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    Does the loss affect AM stations too?
     
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  8. PA Prius

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    Yes, AM stations lose out as well.

    PA P
     
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    'k...what is a shark fin and why do I want one? (other than it looks wicked cool)...Karen
     
    #9 freshwindbrightsky, May 7, 2008
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    Looks GREAT! I really want one. I just wish the wait wasn't so long. :(

    I've been thinking.... (dangerous, just ask my wife)
    I have a Barcelona Red. I am wondering what a Black Shark Fin would look like. The standard antenna is black. The black fin would really stand out.

    Am I crazy????

    Bob

    PS I painted a couple of walls in my house bright red. My wife though I was crazy but now she really like them.
     
    #10 rsforkner, May 7, 2008
  11. Doc Willie

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    The shark fin is a little antenna that looks like - - well a shark's fin that replaces the stock antenna on the Prius (also popular on other sporty cars).

    Benefits: Looks is about it. Reception is worse. Aerodynamic benefit is negligible. Might be a little less hassle through automatic car washes. Also less susceptible to vandalism.
     
    #11 Doc Willie, May 8, 2008
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    I think it looks better, but the reason I got it was to be able to hide my sirius antenna. I got both antennas up in there and it really cleaned up the look. I don't know how it will effect reception, but I don't listen to the radio, only sirius and CDs...
     
    #12 jjksutton, May 22, 2008
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    ooh, it'll match my wife's volvo V50... off to priuschat shop i go :D
     
    #13 bhchan, May 23, 2008
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