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what are the metal covers around the wheels?

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Technical Discussion' started by priustexasbob, Apr 17, 2011.

  1. priustexasbob

    priustexasbob Member

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    what are the metal covers around the wheels/brakes for? they sound cheap and I think rattle when I go over reflectors in the road. can these things be removed?
     
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    What "metal covers"?
     
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    I think the OP is talking about the shields behind the disk-brakes. They are pretty flimsy but provide protection for the brake components.

    Part #3 in the linked picture?
     
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    +1 I'm sure this is what he's referencing. This is why I don't want to take off my plastic wheel covers. Too much of that shield is visible; don't like the look.
     
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    @spiderman, yep that is what I am talking about. they make a tinny metalic sound. thanks for the help.
     
    #6 priustexasbob, Apr 18, 2011
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    SlowTurd I LIKE PRIUS'S

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    stop touching it
     
    #7 SlowTurd, Apr 18, 2011
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