Modified Prius, What Do You Think Of It?

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Accessories & Modifications' started by Xenthric, Apr 10, 2009.

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  1. Xenthric

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    Looks pretty f***ing good. Would love to see daylight pics and more pics in general. 35% tint seems awful light but makes sense with the interior lighting. Have you received any grief from law enforcement?
     
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    Not really, I thought the headlights might attract attention but not as of yet. Unfortunately the underglow and grill glow have to remain off while the vehicle is in motion (although the interior lights can stay on). No tickets or anything though.

    I'll get some day pictures up within a day or two. Day pictures will look much nicer once I get the vinyl on :)
     
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    The rims are hawt.
     
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    Yes, more daytime pictures, please.
     
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    I do like the rims!! How much of a MPG bump did you take after you put them on??
     
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    very nice!
     
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  8. Xenthric

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    Original Goodyear tires driving with gas in mind:
    City: 50MPG
    Highway: 47MPG

    Zeon Cooper 205/55/R15 tires driving with gas in mind:
    City: 48MPG
    Highway: 45MPG

    Worth every single penny, I prefer these over the Goodyear TT too.
     
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    It looks great. Question: Have you noticed any reduction in signal from local AM radio stations since you put on the shark fin antenna? I have been thinking about getting one but am nervous about losing local AM reception. Thanks.
     
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    The car looks ready for a HIN show :D
     
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    There is a small amount of signal loss from switching over to the Shark Fin Antenna, this is to be expected. I'll test out a bunch of AM stations tomorrow when I go out to take the day pics and send you a PM with more details.

    Thanks a_gray_prius, I'd love to see a Hybrid (especially mine ha-ha) in an import auto show :D
     
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    Got a new daytime photo posted with the Prius Chat decal :cool:
     
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    Like the HID's, any problems from the cops?
     
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    I edited the original post and added the day photo.




    Thomas - They have attracted attention but no actual problem with cops so far. The ones you see in the picture are 10Ks but if you want to be safe stick with 6K or 8K kits.
     
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  16. a_gray_prius

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    I'd love to see one too. Which is why you should do it - someone else here put their clean Prius into a car show and won a trophy (not at HIN specifically). I think they'll love the sound-responsive LEDs.

    This could be you.... :first:
     
    #16 a_gray_prius, Apr 19, 2009
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    No kidding, which Prius on here won an award? Once I'm done modifying it with everything I plan I just might do that.
     
    #17 Xenthric, Apr 20, 2009
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    Your modified Prius looks awesome! I'm lovin the LEDs on the grille and the red LEDs in the interior.

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    A bit too ricey for my taste but you applied the mods well so it's just my particular style that doesn't agree with it. :) Good work!

    I assume you don't live in California with that 35% tint yeah? If so just be careful. Ater 2 yrs running 5% and 35% I got nailed twice within 3 months and eventually went to 70% on the fronts to avoid tickets. :(
     
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