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    DIY clear bra kit 2012 Prius plugin

    After replacing the head gasket at 285k miles, plugs,injectors,egr system cleanup and oil catch can, the car runs fantastic. So I repainted all...
    Thread by: Frank A. Estrada, Aug 12, 2020, 1 replies, in forum: Gen 1 Prius Plug-in 2012-2015
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    Best clear bra kit for 2012 Prius plugin

    Anyone have a recommendation for fit and quality for a DYI clear bra kit? Since replacing the head gasket at 285k, cleaning EGR system, new...
    Thread by: Frank A. Estrada, Aug 11, 2020, 2 replies, in forum: Prime Technical Discussion
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    2012 plugin Prius overheating

    I replaced the head gasket via YouTube guidance. The car runs like a champ again.
    Post by: Frank A. Estrada, Jul 12, 2020 in forum: Gen 1 Prius Plug-in 2012-2015
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    Need Help deciding how to proceed! Blown Gasket?

    Brandon I just replaced the head gasket watching and your tube video. I had a bent rod which cost $65 for a new one at the dealer. Longo Toyota....
    Post by: Frank A. Estrada, Jul 12, 2020 in forum: Gen 1 Prius Plug-in 2012-2015
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    2012 Plugin Blown head gasket fix

    I totally agree. The water pump didn’t contribute to the hydro lock. I think the water pump contributed to the overheating though. I installed a...
    Post by: Frank A. Estrada, Jul 12, 2020 in forum: Gen 1 Prius Plug-in 2012-2015
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    2012 Plugin Blown head gasket fix

    Yes. It was on the passenger side.
    Post by: Frank A. Estrada, Jul 12, 2020 in forum: Gen 1 Prius Plug-in 2012-2015
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    2012 Plugin Blown head gasket fix

    Yes I cleaned it out with oven cleaner. It was totally plugged. Not clean as a whistle
    Post by: Frank A. Estrada, Jul 12, 2020 in forum: Gen 1 Prius Plug-in 2012-2015
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    2012 Plugin Blown head gasket fix

    Original owner. Logged 285k miles before the head gasket finally took a dump. There were warning sings like knocking on cold startup and the temp...
    Thread by: Frank A. Estrada, Jul 10, 2020, 10 replies, in forum: Gen 1 Prius Plug-in 2012-2015
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    Need Help deciding how to proceed! Blown Gasket?

    Hi Brandon you still have the Prius? Call me. 3109630342 Frank
    Post by: Frank A. Estrada, Jun 6, 2020 in forum: Gen 1 Prius Plug-in 2012-2015
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    2012 plugin Prius overheating

    2012 Prius plugin. 286k miles original Owner. Replaced water pump and thermostat. Car ran great for a few months. Overheating light came on. Water...
    Thread by: Frank A. Estrada, Jun 6, 2020, 6 replies, in forum: Gen 1 Prius Plug-in 2012-2015
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    2012 Prius plug blown head gasket?

    11 miles on EV
    Post by: Frank A. Estrada, Mar 24, 2020 in forum: Gen 3 Prius Technical Discussion