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    when should you trade in your Prius,before it becomes a money pit?

    My 2010 is now at 325 K. The latest thing is the TPMS light is on, I think it's a bad wheel sender. I'm retiring it to spare vehicle / wife car....
    Post by: Ricklin11, Jan 3, 2019 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Main Forum
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    3G Prius Features Explained

    I too have noticed the PCS system having a bit of a mind of it's own. I do agree that movement seems to be a requirement. I can't seem to brake as...
    Post by: Ricklin11, Jan 3, 2019 in forum: Gen 3 Prius Main Forum
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    2010 prius oil consumption

    I purchased my 2010 with Adv. tech new. I am currently at 289 K. Original gas engine went till about 250 k was using about 1 quart per 800 miles....
    Post by: Ricklin11, Dec 15, 2016 in forum: Gen 3 Prius Technical Discussion
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    Excessive Oil Consuption Significantly Worse in 2010 Model?

    So please pass on the "trick" I have a 2010 with the tech package turned to 245K yesterday. My plan is to take it to 500K because.......it's paid for....
    Post by: Ricklin11, Jun 28, 2015 in forum: Gen 3 Prius Care, Maintenance & Troubleshooting
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    Are you happy you bought a Prius???

    I'm on my 2nd Prius. 75 K on the first one before some idiot took it out while parked. About 35K on the Gen 3 V model. No question, it's the best...
    Post by: Ricklin11, Apr 17, 2011 in forum: Gen 3 Prius Fuel Economy
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    In-Dash GPS Antenna Placement?

    I have had good luck with several vehicles by placing the GPS antenna above the glovebox, looking up thru the windshield. It's pretty easy on most...
    Post by: Ricklin11, Mar 27, 2011 in forum: Gen 3 Prius Audio and Electronics
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    Winter Tire Recommendations

    A big +1 for the X-ice Michelin. I had a set of 4 "leftover" from my Gen 2 which was totaled, Another Priuchat member sold me his original 15"...
    Post by: Ricklin11, Mar 26, 2011 in forum: Gen 3 Prius Care, Maintenance & Troubleshooting
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    So discouraged with my Prius

    +1 thespoils.....pics please.
    Post by: Ricklin11, Mar 20, 2011 in forum: Newbie Forum
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    Gen II & Gen III in snow

    I have the same Michelin X-ice snow tires on my new Gen 3 as I had on the Gen 2 that was totaled. No contest the Gen 3 is much better in the...
    Post by: Ricklin11, Mar 9, 2011 in forum: Gen 3 Prius Main Forum
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    HTC EVO and activating Prius USB Tab

    I have the HTC Droid Incredible, the BT streaming is problematic. A new issue is failing to go back to streaming after a phone call, issues seem...
    Post by: Ricklin11, Feb 11, 2011 in forum: Gen 3 Prius Audio and Electronics
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    Need help deciding between the IV and V?

    Don't forget the PCS, that's what sealed the deal for me. The radar cruise is the bomb, lane keeping is excellent as well. Best highway car ever.
    Post by: Ricklin11, Feb 11, 2011 in forum: Gen 3 Prius Main Forum
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    5 years of waiting but I finally took the plunge

    Traded my GS Lexus in on the Gen 2 Prius, was not even considering a Prius when I went to the dealer. Just shows that my wife is smarter than I...
    Post by: Ricklin11, Feb 8, 2011 in forum: Gen 3 Prius Main Forum
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    Its the tranny part 2: $4211

    My vote goes to change the fluid and drive it till the trans craps out, or the noise becomes too annoying. The only risk is the trans giving up...
    Post by: Ricklin11, Jan 30, 2011 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Main Forum
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    Prius operating costs vs. another midsize car

    I traded in my 98 Lexus GS300 for my gen 2 Prius in 07. Gas prices were high at that time. Given the miles I drive and the sizeable down payment...
    Post by: Ricklin11, Jan 30, 2011 in forum: Gen 3 Prius Main Forum
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    Prius V with ATP rare?

    Bought my V in Aug. I'm over 21K miles now. Yup 1 K per week. You could not pry the DRCC or LKA out of my cold dead fingers! Nice to know that...
    Post by: Ricklin11, Jan 23, 2011 in forum: Gen 3 Prius Main Forum