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    When to fill up

    My approach, too -- unless my windshield gets seriously dirty sooner :) But that's only around town. When traveling, it's based more on where the...
    Post by: Phil Wheeler, Aug 31, 2015 in forum: Gen 3 Prius Main Forum
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    Deciding on which Prius

    Not really, at least according to reviews like Consumer Reports. They say the hatchback is a better vehicle in several ways.
    Post by: Phil Wheeler, Aug 31, 2015 in forum: Gen 3 Prius Main Forum
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    2015 Prius Trim 2 vs Trim 3

    I went with the 4 (late 2014) due to the power driver's seat.
    Post by: Phil Wheeler, Aug 23, 2015 in forum: Gen 3 Prius Main Forum
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    True or False: Prius = Left Lane Hugger

    Exactly. The point of this thread escapes me.
    Post by: Phil Wheeler, Aug 23, 2015 in forum: Gen 3 Prius Main Forum
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    Get the 15? Or wait for a 16?

    I agree. When I thought last Summer Gen IV would come in 2015, I couldn't decide if I wanted to wait or get a 2014. When I found it would come in...
    Post by: Phil Wheeler, Feb 23, 2015 in forum: Gen 3 Prius Main Forum
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    MPG changes to much better on hyw.

    Maybe the covers affect the aerodynamics at high speed? Phil
    Post by: Phil Wheeler, Feb 12, 2015 in forum: Gen 3 Prius Main Forum
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    "USB drawing too much power"

    Buy your own USB adapter and plug it into the lighter power socket. Mine does 2.1A and provides plenty of oomph. Phil
    Post by: Phil Wheeler, Jan 28, 2015 in forum: Gen 3 Prius Technical Discussion
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    got hit in a parking lot.

    Sort of "likewise". Last week I was driving on a narrow two-lane street with parking. Some yayhoo opened his door without looking just as I got to...
    Post by: Phil Wheeler, Jan 25, 2015 in forum: Gen 3 Prius Main Forum
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    Removal of wheel covers

    At this point I prefer the wheel covers. If I lose one, I'll consider removing them as one option.
    Post by: Phil Wheeler, Dec 18, 2014 in forum: Gen 3 Prius Main Forum
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    "solar roof package"

    I have a 2014 Prius 4 with the nav and JBL (really like the JBL!) and without the sunroof (never used them in the last three cars, so ... ). I've...
    Post by: Phil Wheeler, Dec 18, 2014 in forum: Gen 3 Prius Main Forum
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    One year...

    I feel much the same about my 3.5 month old 2014 Prius 4 with 2600 miles on it. I've not done mpg calcs seriously -- but it's great. Hope mine...
    Post by: Phil Wheeler, Dec 13, 2014 in forum: Gen 3 Prius Main Forum
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    Anyone interested in a low mileage, one owner Gen III? Looks

    Truly a unique opportunity :) Well maybe not: Looks like they have a fleet of them to sell!
    Post by: Phil Wheeler, Nov 19, 2014 in forum: Prius Cars For Sale
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    It's getting cold out, heater on fresh air or recirculate?

    My 2014 Prius 4 has about 2300 miles on it (purchased Aug 30). I've not done any precise mileage calcs, but the per-trip mileage displayed on the...
    Post by: Phil Wheeler, Nov 17, 2014 in forum: Gen 3 Prius Main Forum
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    2010 Prius IV: Suggestions with Price To buy from Toyota Dealer

    If 4 years old that's 45K miles average per year; if 5 years it's 36K miles per year. Spit the difference and you have about 40,000 miles per...
    Post by: Phil Wheeler, Nov 9, 2014 in forum: Dealers & Pricing
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    Meaning of Chimes or Bongs

    More specifics. While driving yesterday with the Garmin un-muted I was able to determine that the dual-chime is warning that I'm about to enter a...
    Post by: Phil Wheeler, Nov 8, 2014 in forum: Gen 3 Prius Main Forum