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    Does the Gen 2 Prius have Canbus?

    I've just installed a new Mekede M6Pro Plus 2k Android head unit into my 2007 Japanese (RHD) Prius. Sadly the 2nd gen Prius canbus kit I...
    Thread by: Rational, May 14, 2023, 2 replies, in forum: Gen 2 Prius Audio and Electronics
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    Where to get power for audio amplifiers?

    Excellent. Thank you so much for this insight Leadfoot. It's very much appreciated.I'll do so. I received my new android head unit and...
    Post by: Rational, Apr 26, 2023 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Audio and Electronics
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    Where to get power for audio amplifiers?

    Thanks. Smart idea. I'll look into getting an ammeter and doing just that. But is the max capacity known for a stock Prius? E.g. what's the max...
    Post by: Rational, Apr 23, 2023 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Audio and Electronics
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    Install powered subwoofer in 2005 Prius ( JBL BassPro Hub)

    That was quite helpful actually! Wished more people would make POV videos of how to do things. It answers so many questions in real time and in...
    Post by: Rational, Apr 22, 2023 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Audio and Electronics
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    Gen 2 base model 2007 how are the tweeters wired through the front speakers

    Interesting question. Did you ever get an answer or figure it out? I was thinking I was going to rerun all my speakers direct to my new...
    Post by: Rational, Apr 22, 2023 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Audio and Electronics
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    original head unit wiring

    Oh, and one method to find stuff is to search google, etc. images and follow links that way: prius xw20 wiring diagram - Bing images prius xw20...
    Post by: Rational, Apr 22, 2023 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Audio and Electronics
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    Where to get power for audio amplifiers?

    I'm also about to upgrade my entire audio system in my 2007 2nd gen xw20. Not JBL. Current stereo went quiet/shrill three months ago. :( Just...
    Post by: Rational, Apr 22, 2023 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Audio and Electronics
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    Cassette Tape

    I was really thinking about getting a cassette deck for my car as well the past few months as I also miss them and like the sound and nostalgia....
    Post by: Rational, Apr 22, 2023 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Audio and Electronics
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    original head unit wiring

    Same here. Will search though and share if I find one. I'm also about to upgrade my entire audio system in my 2007 2nd gen xw20. Not JBL. Current...
    Post by: Rational, Apr 22, 2023 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Audio and Electronics
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    My First Prius! 2007 Gen2 - JDM in Japan

    I have a huge mountain between home and work. 1km long and probably an 11% grade maybe? Not sure. It's steep. I lose .2 off the guessometer by the...
    Post by: Rational, Feb 20, 2018 in forum: Newbie Forum
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    My First Prius! 2007 Gen2 - JDM in Japan

    Wow. Thank you so much for the kind, detailed answers! You sir are a scholar and a gentleman. :) Very cool of you to answer all my questions....
    Post by: Rational, Feb 20, 2018 in forum: Newbie Forum
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    I need new tires again, whats the "best out there?"

    On my last eco car, a Toyota Will Cypha I had these: y-yokohama.c product/tire/bluearth_ae01f/ The AE-01F tires are AAA rated and were...
    Post by: Rational, Feb 17, 2018 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Main Forum
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    My First Prius! 2007 Gen2 - JDM in Japan

    Thanks. I'll double check them. I would think that the harder you make them up to a point the better for lowering rolling resistance. And that it...
    Post by: Rational, Feb 17, 2018 in forum: Newbie Forum
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    My First Prius! 2007 Gen2 - JDM in Japan

    Thanks. It's good to know that the driving techniques I'm trying are the bulk of it. It's already helping. So that's good. Yes, I stopped by and...
    Post by: Rational, Feb 16, 2018 in forum: Newbie Forum