JDM / Japanese VIP Styling: My Prius III Build

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Accessories and Modifications' started by HAWAIIANBUILT, Sep 30, 2010.

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  1. Tideland Prius

    Tideland Prius Moderator of the North
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    Looks great. Instead of blacking out the rear spoiler, maybe Toyota could've blacked out the roof and top of the hatch on moonroof models. Good install!!
     
    #281 Tideland Prius, Dec 31, 2010
  2. HAWAIIANBUILT

    HAWAIIANBUILT Senior Member

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    HEY TIDELAND !!!

    :):):):)

    Couldn't agree with you more !!!

    Hope you're having a great week !!!

    :):):):)

    Rodney
     
    #282 HAWAIIANBUILT, Jan 5, 2011
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    Hey Rodney,
    Got in my strip LEDs for the headlights. Did you do yours or did your friends do it?

    Looks like the hardest part is taking the bumper skin off. Any suggestions/pictures there?

    How are yours hooked up? Through the parking lights? Sorry if you already covered this info.

    Peter
     
    #283 spiderman, Jan 5, 2011
  4. HAWAIIANBUILT

    HAWAIIANBUILT Senior Member

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    HEY PRIUS CHAT FOLKS !!!

    :):):):)

    The first MOD of 2011 is here !!!

    After doing the Dry Carbon Fiber Vinyl wrap for the Roof and sealing the Rear Washer Nozzle I decided to shave off the Rear Wiper !!!

    Here are pix from today's installation !!!

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    Purchased at Lowe's Home Improvement:

    Metal Hole Plug 1-3/8" Size

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    All Weather Silcone

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    Rust Proof Primer and Spray (Matte Black Finish)

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    Removal of the Rear Door Trim ...

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    Removal of the Rear Wiper Assembly ...

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    Once the Rear Wiper Assembly was removed, the Hole remained ...

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    Installation of the Siliconed & Painted Hole Plug ...

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    Before Shots

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    And AFTER !!!

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    I am very pleased with the results of this Installation.

    Coupled with the Shaved Rear Wash Nozzle Spray, the Shaved Rear Wiper Assembly completes this Clean and Flushed look of the Rear Deck !!!

    Extra MPG's ?? Less Coefficient of Drag ??

    Happy PRIUS Modding Folks !!!

    :):):):)

    Rodney
     
    #284 HAWAIIANBUILT, Jan 5, 2011
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  5. andino

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    Haha nice you finally did it. I need to delete my wiper nozzle still >_<
     
    #285 andino, Jan 5, 2011
  6. peterjmc

    peterjmc Ping pong in Ding Dang...

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    Nice! I like the look of the delete!
     
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  7. HAWAIIANBUILT

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    HEY PETER !!!

    :):):):)

    Here are instructions on how to remove the Front Bumper ...

    How to Remove the Bumper From a Toyota Prius | eHow.com

    Unfortunately, I personally don't have a DIY write-up / pictures on how to remove it.

    Congrats on your LED Strip Lighting !!!

    I installed them myself, and I tapped them into the Parking Lamp Wires so they go on/off the same time.

    Hope this helps !!!

    :):):):)

    Rodney
     
    #287 HAWAIIANBUILT, Jan 6, 2011
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  8. HAWAIIANBUILT

    HAWAIIANBUILT Senior Member

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    GIT ER DONE !!!

    :):):):)

    Rodney
     
    #288 HAWAIIANBUILT, Jan 6, 2011
  9. HAWAIIANBUILT

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    HEY PETERJMC !!!

    :):):):)

    Yep, sometimes LESS is MORE !!!

    :):):):)

    Rodney
     
    #289 HAWAIIANBUILT, Jan 6, 2011
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    Awesome ride! Love what you have done so far!

    Have you thought of getting the windows tinted?
     
    #290 ePrius, Jan 7, 2011
  11. HAWAIIANBUILT

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    HEY EPRIUS !!!

    :):):):)

    Thanks for the kind words !!!

    I know for sure the Rear Window will be tinted to match the Roof and Rear Deck Spoiler. As far as the Sides go I will be going for a medium tint all around ... Not sure I want to go the dark route on the sides as I do like some transparency with this style !!!

    Have a great weekend !!!

    :):):):)

    Rodney
     
    #291 HAWAIIANBUILT, Jan 7, 2011
  12. murasaki

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    Rodney,

    i just got the 35% tint done all around on my car and i feel maybe it may be too light for my tastes, but perfect for you. I will be attending the meet this saturday and you can check it out there to see how you like it on a Blizzard

    Karlo
     
    #292 murasaki, Jan 7, 2011
  13. GloryThief

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    pretty clean car
     
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    I agree with you there. I have 15% all around and its too dark for VIP style. I recommend 35% all round and it'll be perfect.
     
    #294 andino, Jan 8, 2011
  15. HAWAIIANBUILT

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    HEY KARLO !!!

    :):):):)

    Was great meeting ya at the January meet last weekend !!!

    It's a toss up between tinting the rear window or not ... and I don't think I will be tinting the side windows after all. I like the transparency look with the style I'm going with.

    The tint however on your ride looks real clean in my opnion !!!

    Keep up the great work my Scion Bruddah !!!

    :):):):)

    Rodney
     
    #295 HAWAIIANBUILT, Jan 11, 2011
  16. HAWAIIANBUILT

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    Thanks for the kind words GLORYTHIEF !!!

    Where in the West Side are you at ??!!

    :):):):)

    Rodney
     
    #296 HAWAIIANBUILT, Jan 11, 2011
  17. HAWAIIANBUILT

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    HEY PRIUS CHAT FOLKS !!!

    I installed another great Mod for the HBII Ride on 01-07-11 !!!

    From TANABE USA !!!

    MANY MANY thanks to JAMES and TANABE USA for the High Quality Tanabe Products that included the ...

    TANABE SUSTEC STRUT TOWER BAR and the TANABE SUSTEC UNDER BRACE !!!

    Quoted directly from the TANABE USA SITE :

    Tanabe USA Inc. - Chassis

    "Tanabe Chassis Tuning

    Sustec chassis components include additional parts to reinforce and tune vehicle characteristics. The Sustec Tower Bar and Under Brace combine two steps for chassis rigidity improvement. And the Sustec Stabilizer Bar is available for fine-tuning chassis balance."

    To contact the nearest Tanabe Dealer nearest you :

    Tanabe USA Inc. - Dealer Search

    Here are my pictures taken that Pickup and Installation Day !!!

    Arriving at TANABE USA that afternoon ...

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    After a brief History, Tour, and Meeting with James from TANABE USA, these bad boys were ready to come home !!!

    The TANABE SUSTEC STRUT TOWER BAR !!!

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    And the TANABE SUSTEC UNDER BRACE !!!

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    The instructions for installation is in Japanese / English.
    I have put together a complete DIY of BOTH of these TANABE products HERE:

    http://priuschat.com/forums/gen-iii...r-brace-diy-installation-pix.html#post1243867

    Here are some pictures AFTER INSTALLATION !!!

    The SUSTEC STRUT TOWER BAR ...

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    The SUSTEC UNDER BRACE ...

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    After the installation I must say that I was very pleased overall. Both of these Tanabe products are manufactured with Quality Craftsmanship in mind. I have peace of mind knowing that my car has an improved handling capability.

    Should you have any further questions regarding the TANABE line of products feel free to contact myself or the Great Folks from TANABE USA !!!

    Tanabe USA Inc. - Company Information

    With JAMES from TANABE USA !!!

    Tell James I sent ya !!!

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    Happy SAFE PRIUS MODDING FOLKS !!!

    :):):):)

    Rodney
     
    #297 HAWAIIANBUILT, Jan 11, 2011
  18. HAWAIIANBUILT

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    HEY PRIUS CHAT FOLKS !!!

    :):):):)

    Mini-Update on the HB II Ride !!!

    Added the Sponsors and Supporters "Roll Call" on 01-07-11 !!!

    Part of Company Sponsorships and showing your support for the Companies, often times the Company Logo is displayed on the vehicle.

    This helps to create Awareness and Exposure for people who may be interested in the products represented with your vehicle !!!

    And so the "Roll Call" is created from Custom Cut Vinyl in this case, and I chose to have it displayed on the Front/Rear Windows of the vehicle.

    This is for Show Purposes Only.

    Please check local laws in your area as far as legality !!!

    Here are the pictures !!!

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    Rear Window Complete !!!

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    Front Window Complete !!!

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    On behalf of HB II's Sponsors and Supporters I would like to thank ...

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    3d Carbon
    MGP Caliper Covers
    Midnight Garage
    Island Motorsports
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    Tanabe USA

    AGAIN ... this is for SHOW Purposes only, please check local laws in you area regarding this modification !!!

    Happy Prius Modding Folks !!!

    :):):):)

    Rodney
     
    #298 HAWAIIANBUILT, Jan 13, 2011
  19. Grumpy

    Grumpy Function > Form

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    This is fantastic. Well executed build with quality parts. JDM style with a dab of VIP, Simply Clean.

    Keep up the good work. :rockon:
     
    #299 Grumpy, Jan 13, 2011
  20. LulzChicken

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    Absolutely an awesome car. I truly admire it!
     
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