OCKEVIN'S Prius Plus Build - Tech Day

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Accessories and Modifications' started by HAWAIIANBUILT, Jan 4, 2012.

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  1. 32kcolors

    32kcolors Senior Member

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    Are these the smoked full LED Spec-D Tuning lights shown in the OP or a different brand/model?
     
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  2. HAWAIIANBUILT

    HAWAIIANBUILT Senior Member

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    HEY THERE PRIUS CHAT FOLKS !!!

    :):):):)

    02-26-12 Marked the day for Kevin's Rear Wiper Delete Modification !!!

    We both prefer the "shaved" look on the rear window better than having the wiper there.

    Here are some pix of our work that afternoon !!!

    The Rear Wiper attached ...

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    After removal of the Wiper Cap, the 10mm bolt was exposed and removed.

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    After removing the wiper assembly straight up the mast was revealed.

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    Then it was time to remove the Two Trunk Plastic panels to access the Wiper Motor Assembly.

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    There are 3 10mm bolts securing the Wiper Motor Assembly in place.

    After disconnecting the Wiring Harness, the motor assembly was removed.

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    We then fastened the harness securely to avoid rattling.

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    Once removed, you will have the rubber boot left, you can remove this.

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    After priming and painting the cap it was time to continue.

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    The backside of the cap complete with prongs to assist in a tight attachment from the backside.

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    Fold over the prongs to secure it in place.

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    To protect from the elements, we used an All Weather Silcone gel to the area.

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    Once completed we reinstalled the 2 Plastic panels and ...

    Voila !!!

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    Another great mod to OCKevin's Prius Plus Build !!!

    Thanks for a great afternoon buddy !!!

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    :):):):)

    Rodney
     
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  3. ockevin

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    Special thanks to the Prius Master Rodney. A great friend and wonderful tech guru
     
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    some new pics ...

    Plasti Dipped the emblems and Motegi Racing wheels. Got the Bumper Plugs as well. They are a perfect match and highly recommended. The windows are tinted 35 percent in the front, 20 percent in the rear and 5 percent on the little rear hatch window.

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    what are you going to do with the plus wheels? I'm interested if you want to get rid of them.
     
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    The mods look great! I have a piano black roof spoiler that you can mount on the rear glass now that your wiper is gone. It is brand new, never installed. Let me know if you're interested.
     
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    got a pic of the rear spoiler...
     
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    Up next might be tinting the rear 3rd brake light. I saw Danielle's and would like to do it.
     
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    You can do it yourself. Light smoke film to match your light smoke tails.
     
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    were u able to get the link from Ratuken for the steering side panels ?

    thanks
     
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    dont have the link anymore...just gotta search on rakuten.com
     
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    Gonna get the HID's done real soon and installing the Rude person's front brace..
     
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    Just got the front Winshield tinted in Air Blue 80....

    Wow...what a difference in heat. I have the Piano Black steering wheel and without the tint, the wheel was getting hot here in the hot California Heat lately. After the tint, the wheel is only warm and not scalding. Much improved.
     
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    What happened to these wheels? I liked them, but notice you don't have them on your car in later pics:

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    ockevin, are you Prius Plus wheels for sale ?
     
    #56 ucsmfu, Aug 22, 2012
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    Thanks for the update, Kevin. I wasn't sure if the windshield tint would even be noticeable.
     
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    Winshield tint was not even visible....

    I switched out the Plus wheels for some 18's for now. I am not selling the PLUS wheels, they are in storage.
     
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    Went to Fuzion Teknique yesterday and talked to Alex. I got the new HID lights installed. I got the 5k, 35w bulbs...They came out real nice and clean and the cutoff is spot on. I also got a full set of LED lights for the interior and the the parking lamp bulb that is inside the headlight. Now all my lights are matching the turn signal mirrors.

    Here is the link to the shop...

    Fuzion Teknique
     
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    can you post up some pics when you get a chance ?

    thanks
     
    #60 ucsmfu, Aug 23, 2012
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