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    Blown Headgasket on high mileage 2011 Prius. Advice on how to proceed.

    I just went through this myself with my beloved 2013 prius; you can read more details on the thread I started here. Long story short, I bought a...
    Post by: TSC84, Oct 24, 2021 in forum: Gen 3 Prius Main Forum
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    Parking for 4-5 weeks; Do I need a trickle charger?

    I'm hoping to find a garage in NYC where I can leave my 2013 Prius for 4-5 weeks in Nov/Dec. Do I need to take precautions with the battery during...
    Thread by: TSC84, Oct 23, 2021, 8 replies, in forum: Gen 3 Prius Care, Maintenance & Troubleshooting
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    Seeking advice about sourcing a new engine (blown head gasket)

    The CEL was on when I got the car back, but I have not actually cleared it yet. If I clear it and it stays off, is it safe to assume there's...
    Post by: TSC84, Oct 23, 2021 in forum: Gen 3 Prius Main Forum
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    Help with P2238 code / O2 sensor?

    I recently had a mechanic swap out the motor in my 2013 Prius (the previous one had a blown head gasket). I thought that the swap went well as I...
    Thread by: TSC84, Oct 20, 2021, 1 replies, in forum: Gen 3 Prius Care, Maintenance & Troubleshooting
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    Seeking advice about sourcing a new engine (blown head gasket)

    I just wanted to provide an update for those who are interested: I bought a used JDM motor off eBay for $1400 (including tax & shipping) and had...
    Post by: TSC84, Oct 20, 2021 in forum: Gen 3 Prius Main Forum
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    Seeking advice on cat shield install

    I ordered a cat shield and would like to have someone I stall it ASAP. What tips do you have for making sure there is no rattle/vibration after?...
    Thread by: TSC84, Oct 10, 2021, 0 replies, in forum: Gen 3 Prius Care, Maintenance & Troubleshooting
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    Seeking advice about sourcing a new engine (blown head gasket)

    Well about a month later I have finally landed on the decision to take a gamble and get a used JDM motor off eBay and have that installed. I plan...
    Post by: TSC84, Sep 10, 2021 in forum: Gen 3 Prius Main Forum
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    Seeking advice about sourcing a new engine (blown head gasket)

    Thank you everyone for the feedback. I have a few more questions... Could you please clarify what I should be looking for here? I just spoke...
    Post by: TSC84, Aug 13, 2021 in forum: Gen 3 Prius Main Forum
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    Seeking advice about sourcing a new engine (blown head gasket)

    Thanks for your input! What about all these "JDM" motors on eBay? There seems to be a bunch from various sellers, all noted to be imported from...
    Post by: TSC84, Aug 11, 2021 in forum: Gen 3 Prius Main Forum
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    Seeking advice about sourcing a new engine (blown head gasket)

    Hello, I'm a long-time reader of this forum, but this is my first post. I guess the bottom line to my question is: How much should I aim to pay...
    Thread by: TSC84, Aug 10, 2021, 14 replies, in forum: Gen 3 Prius Main Forum