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    Michelin Primacy MXV4 on Prius TOURING !!

    I disagree w/ derkraut on recent models not going out of alignment. With frt wheel drive cars, they require alignments more frequently to maintain...
    Post by: timkf1, Apr 13, 2010 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting
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    Warm weather finally here, mileage suffering.

    No, I didn't mean I back out of the garage, and place in "B" but almost every steeper downhill, I place in "B" to recharge the battery, instead of...
    Post by: timkf1, Apr 12, 2010 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Fuel Economy
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    Toyota's high reputation

    Yes. It's all Gm's fault. GM sucked so bad for so long, and it cost the American public driving these pathetic vehicles so much money to repair...
    Post by: timkf1, Apr 12, 2010 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Main Forum
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    Toyota's high reputation

    My parents had a 1988 Pontiac 6000 STE and almost literally every part on it broke. I remember being a kid (10 yrs old) riding in the back seat...
    Post by: timkf1, Apr 12, 2010 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Main Forum
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    Warm weather finally here, mileage suffering.

    I actually use B all the time. I also notice that if the battery charge indicator is almost full and green, my mileage goes down, which makes...
    Post by: timkf1, Apr 12, 2010 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Fuel Economy
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    Warm weather finally here, mileage suffering.

    How about me? All other info being similar, I run 43-45 psi in frt and rear, rarely drive on highway, and avg almost exactly 40 mpg. I live in...
    Post by: timkf1, Apr 12, 2010 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Fuel Economy
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    Is everybody on the road looking at me?!?

    I couldnt agree more. I work at a Toyota Dealer and bought a 2008 Prius last May. I love it, and lately I feel like a member of Al Qaeida walking...
    Post by: timkf1, Apr 10, 2010 in forum: Gen 3 Prius Main Forum
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    Chassis Stiffening Plate

    I REALLY appreciate you guys providing me with some first hand knowledge. I think I'm convinced. Do you think the "el-cheap-o" version for $59.00...
    Post by: timkf1, Apr 8, 2010 in forum: Newbie Forum
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    Chassis Stiffening Plate

    I will totally replace my shitty Integrity's, but I purchased used, and I'm not replacing them until they are worn out. I'm considering upgrading...
    Post by: timkf1, Apr 7, 2010 in forum: Newbie Forum
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    Chassis Stiffening Plate

    I understand the concept, I just question how well it works. Look up structural racking. you would have to move the bolts closer to the outer...
    Post by: timkf1, Apr 7, 2010 in forum: Newbie Forum
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    Chassis Stiffening Plate

    You all are full of info, and good info at that! I know, I get all kinds of raised eyebrows from fellow workers at my Toyota Dealer I work at....
    Post by: timkf1, Apr 7, 2010 in forum: Newbie Forum
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    Chassis Stiffening Plate

    I don't plan on Autocrossing my Prius, but I'm about to sell a Z06 corvette and just want to improve my everyday drive without wasting $$$$. I...
    Post by: timkf1, Apr 7, 2010 in forum: Newbie Forum
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    Chassis Stiffening Plate

    I appreciate the response. So, how thick does aluminum have to be to achieve the same rigidity as steel? I mean, I think the only reason the...
    Post by: timkf1, Apr 6, 2010 in forum: Newbie Forum
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    Chassis Stiffening Plate

    I am new to Priuschat, so I don't want to start any arguments, but as most noob's I am very skeptical. I have read many positive things about the...
    Thread by: timkf1, Apr 6, 2010, 29 replies, in forum: Newbie Forum