Looking to "pimp" your 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, & 2015 3rd generation Prius, or just interested in adding performance modifications? This is the place! <br /> Sponsored by <a href="http://priuschat.com/ebay">eBay</a> and the <a href="http://priuschat.com/shop/">PriusChat Shop</a> <br /> Mon, 11 May 2026 17:45:20 +0000 Mon, 11 May 2026 17:45:20 +0000 PriusChat https://priuschat.com/forum/gen-3-prius-accessories-and-modifications.96/ Thu, 07 May 2026 00:18:21 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/gabriel-ultra-struts-and-prius-offroad-install.250208/ https://priuschat.com/threads/gabriel-ultra-struts-and-prius-offroad-install.250208/ invalid@example.com (tomlichu) tomlichu
Last weekend, I installed the Gabriel Ultra front struts, new stabilizer bars (MOOG) and the front spacers. I consider myself a competent DIYer (I do my own maintenance and work...

Gabriel Ultra struts and Prius Offroad install]]> 16 Wed, 06 May 2026 03:48:27 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/my-install-and-review-of-the-aims-prius-2kw-pure-sine-wave-inverter-for-backup-power-generator.122948/ https://priuschat.com/threads/my-install-and-review-of-the-aims-prius-2kw-pure-sine-wave-inverter-for-backup-power-generator.122948/ invalid@example.com (AHetaFan) AHetaFan items in AutomationTech Inc store on eBay!

I bought this inverter so I can run appliances such as refrigerators, induction cook tops and microwaves which draw more than the 1000 watts that can be provided from the 12 volt battery system. I could easily connect two of these 2000 watt inverters to my Prius if I need that much...

My install and review of the AIMS Prius 2kW Pure Sine Wave Inverter for Backup Power Generator]]> 266 Tue, 28 Apr 2026 03:09:45 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/obd-bluetooth-adapters-cause-abs-error.139701/ https://priuschat.com/threads/obd-bluetooth-adapters-cause-abs-error.139701/ invalid@example.com (tgtech) tgtech
Fairly frequently, however, the ABS error light on the dash lights up and the brakes act differently - I have to press down HARD on the brakes to stop! When the adapter is physically removed and the car powered off then back on, all is well and the ABS error light never comes on. It only lights up when the OBD...

OBD Bluetooth adapters cause ABS error?]]> 14 Sat, 25 Apr 2026 15:57:59 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/trd-sway-rear-sway-bar-which-one.99813/ https://priuschat.com/threads/trd-sway-rear-sway-bar-which-one.99813/ invalid@example.com (Sushi_1001) Sushi_1001
But I could not any info on the TRD 2011 catlog for part # PTR11-47010?

So my question is which kit is the correct kit and what are the difference between these 2 kits beside one kit is made for a xB ?]]> 34 Mon, 20 Apr 2026 20:25:15 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/hybrid-battery-cooling-mod.217235/ https://priuschat.com/threads/hybrid-battery-cooling-mod.217235/ invalid@example.com (AzusaPrius) AzusaPrius
Using 3 25mm fans installed inside the air duct where the heat leaves the hybrid battery.

This also fixes the issue where the plastic duct gets warped and doesnt allow the normal amount of air to pass through.

The Dr. Prius image is without it connected on a 95F day to show what the temps are of the hybrid battery.

I will test further and upload more pictures.
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Hybrid battery cooling mod]]> 109 Fri, 17 Apr 2026 21:08:49 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/water-pump-rotor-upgrade.259351/ https://priuschat.com/threads/water-pump-rotor-upgrade.259351/ invalid@example.com (AzusaPrius) AzusaPrius
I actually talked about something like this before this came out.

No more swollen plastic rotors.

stainless steel water pump rotor.

I have no issues with my water pump at the moment but this is just insurance down the road, so I will be installing this when I complete my cooling system upgrade.
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What would we need to do, to get this feature on our Prius?

If I got some of the Persona outside mirrors, any idea how much wiring would be necessary to make them work on my Prius?

Or are the mirrors compatible such that we could add just the turn lights themselves to the existing mirror assemblies?

etc.?]]> 3 Tue, 14 Apr 2026 12:28:10 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/need-prius-led-ecu-delete-harness.259597/ https://priuschat.com/threads/need-prius-led-ecu-delete-harness.259597/ invalid@example.com (Mark Zurawski) Mark Zurawski @sfv41901 and @seanw]]> 8 Sun, 12 Apr 2026 12:40:55 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/what-did-you-do-to-ur-gen-iii-prius-today.112616/ https://priuschat.com/threads/what-did-you-do-to-ur-gen-iii-prius-today.112616/ invalid@example.com (sfv41901) sfv41901




So today I stripped my front end to get the bumper lic plate holes filled & re-sprayed. Also getting the signal mirror covers painted so that they will match:





]]> 19330 Sun, 12 Apr 2026 02:13:27 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/throttle-body-spacer.249322/ https://priuschat.com/threads/throttle-body-spacer.249322/ invalid@example.com (AzusaPrius) AzusaPrius
However I will give it a try and test it out versus just assuming what it can and will do without actually having one or a prius to test it with.

This is a 12mm spacer and I will be installing it once I get my latest purchase.

A Big Bore Throttle Body View attachment 255965 View attachment 255966 View attachment 255967]]> 3 Sat, 04 Apr 2026 22:14:37 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/custom-rear-camera-location.259544/ https://priuschat.com/threads/custom-rear-camera-location.259544/ invalid@example.com (AzusaPrius) AzusaPrius
Then I felt the rear washer was useless but wanted to try something out.

Install a camera in its location with benefits.

Tap into the power and ground for the rear wiper motor.

I now have a rear camera that I can activate at any time parked or driving.

I just use the factory stock rear wiper switch to activate the camera.

When the camera lens gets dirty, I can just activate the washer and clean the lens.

This will connect to my aftermarket...

Custom rear camera location]]> Sat, 04 Apr 2026 19:16:43 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/pcv-and-ccv-oil-catch-cans.259483/ https://priuschat.com/threads/pcv-and-ccv-oil-catch-cans.259483/ invalid@example.com (AzusaPrius) AzusaPrius
I used the best locations I could for this type of setup and the OCC I had.

For the PCV catch can, I was inspired by a post from @sLick415 which gave the best location for a stealth setup for Cali smogs.

Ther are a few others on here who have adapted this location and they are the following.

@Tekken
@tacopyro...

PCV and CCV oil catch cans]]> 8 Sat, 04 Apr 2026 02:22:44 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/flatout-gr-lite-suspension-system.259532/ https://priuschat.com/threads/flatout-gr-lite-suspension-system.259532/ invalid@example.com (AzusaPrius) AzusaPrius
Custom made to order and fully adjustable from stock to 3" lift.

No rubber or steel spacers needed.

Placed my order on February 7th got them today by UPS.
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When I was searching for schematics (wiring diagrams), I saw that pin 19 on the...

DRLs and automatic lights]]> 20 Wed, 18 Mar 2026 21:51:10 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/led-headlights-in-3rd-gen-prius.259168/ https://priuschat.com/threads/led-headlights-in-3rd-gen-prius.259168/ invalid@example.com (Zan) Zan
Let me throw my two cents into this debate.

I bought my car back in May 2015 and it had 4 miles on it, it was brand spanking new and it is a beauty! I put custom wheels on my car, tinted the windows with limo quality tint and put a $17,000 JL Audio sound system in my car including a twin 10" sub in the luggage compartment.

Earlier this month, my drivers side high beam light went out, two days...

LED Headlights in 3rd Gen Prius!]]> 11 Tue, 17 Mar 2026 09:51:26 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/window-tint-manufacturer-tint-line-recommendations.155859/ https://priuschat.com/threads/window-tint-manufacturer-tint-line-recommendations.155859/ invalid@example.com (PixelRogue) PixelRogue personally used one w/success a number of years back (though ended up being a cheaper film that I was naive about at the time).

Question comes down to which tint manufacturer and which line. Not a motor head needing top of the line, just something that provides respectable heat resistance, decent style and will last. Best bang for the dollar.

One shop does nearly exclusive Lumar ATR...

Window Tint ~ Manufacturer & Tint Line Recommendations?]]> 11 Sat, 14 Mar 2026 21:36:40 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/plug-and-play-oem-rear-camera-upgrade.259324/ https://priuschat.com/threads/plug-and-play-oem-rear-camera-upgrade.259324/ invalid@example.com (AzusaPrius) AzusaPrius
So I found this plug and play upgrade that replaces your OEM rear camera.

I found a promo code online and used that to save a little when I purchased it.

MT54442026 that saved me 10%

They are also on sale right now too....

Plug and play OEM rear camera upgrade]]> 2 Fri, 13 Mar 2026 00:29:08 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/free-hubcaps-for-2012-or-any-14-prius-rims.259305/ https://priuschat.com/threads/free-hubcaps-for-2012-or-any-14-prius-rims.259305/ invalid@example.com (419 Grease Monkey) 419 Grease Monkey Sold the car, found in garage years later.
Free if you pick up.]]> 1 Sat, 07 Mar 2026 18:45:38 +0000 https://priuschat.com/threads/i-used-ai-to-pre-visualize-my-car.259234/ https://priuschat.com/threads/i-used-ai-to-pre-visualize-my-car.259234/ invalid@example.com (JmLacy) JmLacy 5