What did you do to ur Gen III Prius today????

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Accessories and Modifications' started by sfv41901, Jul 23, 2012.

  1. sfv41901

    sfv41901 Masta S

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    I thought we can have a thread where we can share what we've done to our Prius on a daily basis.





    So today I stripped my front end to get the bumper lic plate holes filled & re-sprayed. Also getting the signal mirror covers painted so that they will match:

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    I thought you already sprayed the mirror covers before you installed them?
     
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    My CA plates arrived today so I installed the rear plate only ;)
     
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    Installed the Cusco Center Chassis Brace: [​IMG]
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    After being ticketed twice for not having front license plate on my previous 2 cars, it's not worth it for me :( otherwise I would do it as well(plug the holes & go plateless in the front) as it looks so much better:cool:.
     
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    I replaced the hi beam halogens with PIAA Intense White Halogens. They are rated at 4100K but don't look too much whiter than the stock halogens. :( Will still look for something a bit whiter --- I am just too spoiled by the LED headlights.
     
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    since you brought that up.... do you know where to get the bumper hole covers?
     
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    Sorry, no I wouldn't but sfv (op) would probably know since he's doing this mod:D .
     
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    U probably need a 5000k from a good brand such as PIAA or Phillips to get closer to your stock LED:) .
     
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    Thanks. The 4100Ks I got from PIAA are the coolest they go in a 9005 bulb. Philips Diamond Vision bulbs are 5000K but I am little leery going with that brand (looks like they come from Asia (Singapore?) and it's not Phillips brand).
     
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    They came painted from the ebay seller & we all know that his BP isn't a match.


    I believe the dealer sells them

    I have a plan to keep the plate but not have it visible........in time I will tell. :D

    Keep it up guys........love to see what everyone's doing
     
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    You're right, it would be a gamble. IMO, best lighting is made in America, Europe(German) or Japan:).
     
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    getting my car partial vinyl wrapped tomorrow :p
     
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    Pictures after your done or it didn't happen:D.
     
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    of course :p
     
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    ordered tanabe strut tower bar from amazon $118 shipped
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    started painting bumper plugs for the fron bumper
     
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    I went to pick up my Prius from the paint shop just to find our something was missed :(