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My humble mods to my brand new 2015 Prius Persona Edition

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Accessories and Modifications' started by okdonk, Dec 24, 2014.

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  1. okdonk

    okdonk Junior Member

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    Hi guys,

    Here are my humble mods, definitely nothing compared to most of yours.
    Pics taken from my Samsung phone, apologize for not so good pictures.

    Complete Husky WeatherBeater Floor Liners
    Since i'm a huge fan of Husky, i did put them in the Venza and Sienna too.
    Some people love and prefer the WeatherTech but i love the Husky. They are cheaper and most importantly they work just as good as the WeatherTech.
    The Front and Rear costed me $114.49 shipped from eBay.
    While the Trunk costed me $93.01 shipped from Amazon.

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    Broadway 300mm Wide Flat Rear View Mirror
    Since this Prius rear view mirror isn't HomeLink or Auto Dimming, so i put on the Broadway flat mirror which i acquired it long time ago on my old car years ago.

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    Flip Flap Solar Plant
    Put on this Flip Flap solar plant. It gives better mileage! lol

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    6000K HID Kit
    Installed the ONEX H11 6000K HID Kit with Digital Slim Ballast 35w. I usually put on Relay Harness or Can Bus but the ONEX works on the Prius without any of them.

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    Razo/ Luxis Shift Knob
    Replaced the factory shift knob to this Razo/ Luxis from eBay, costed me $32 shipped.
    I like it alot, give more sleeker look :)
    Prius Shift Knob Aluminum Made for Toyota Prius Accessory JDM Luxis LS137 | eBay

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    Carbon Fiber Vinyl Wrap Emblem Background
    Cover the Hybrid Blue emblem backgrounds with Carbon Fiber vinyl wrap from eBay.
    Costed me $0.99 shipped!
    VVIVID True Black Carbon Fiber Vinyl Auto Car Wrap Sheet Roll Sticker 25cm x 17c | eBay

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    Owning this Car Door/ Panel pry tool helps a lot. $4.99 shipped from eBay.
    Set of 4pcs Car Door Trim Panel Dash Stereo Audio Removal Refit Repair Pry Tool | eBay

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    JDM Mugen Style Window Deflector
    Put on this JDM Window Deflector. $47.99 shipped from eBay.
    I know they are like Mugen (Honda) style but i like it rather than the plain style.

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    Chrome Door Handle Cover
    Put on the $14.99 chrome door handle cover shipped from eBay.
    Chrome Door Handle Paint Scratch Cover Guard Trims for 2009 2013 Toyota Prius | eBay

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    Cheap Blind Spot Mirrors
    Got this pair of Blind Spot mirrors from Autozone. Costed me like $7.

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    Toyota Genuine Console Tray
    I don't understand why the Prius didn't come with this console tray. Got this from eBay for $32.42 shipped.
    Toyota 5882547020 Genuine Rear Trim Pocket | eBay

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    Rear Bumper Protector
    Installed the Rear Bumper Protector, $34.98 shipped from eBay.
    Prius Rear Bumper Protector 2010 2011 | eBay

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    Interior/ Exterior LED Bulbs
    7440 7443 T20 18 SMD 5050 LED Amber Yellow Tail Turn Signal Car Light Bulb Lamp | eBay

    Pair 1031 SMD 6 LED 31mm Festoon Interior Light Bulb White on Sale | eBay

    2pcs White LED Dome Bulb 24 x 5050 SMD Light Board Adapter T10 BA9S Festoon | eBay

    2X White T10 Wedge 9 SMD 5050 LED Light Bulbs W5W 2825 158 192 168 194 | eBay

    1pcs T10 194 168 2825 5 x 5050 SMD LED White Super Bright Car Lights Lamp Bulb | eBay

    7440 7443 T20 18 SMD 5050 LED Pure White Tail Turn Signal Car Light Bulb Lamp | eBay

    The LED turn signal bulbs caused Hyper Flashing. Installed the Adjustable Flasher Relay $12.99 shipped from eBay. It solved the problem.
    Speed Adjustable Lexus Toyota 8 Pin LED Flasher Assy Relay Fix for Turn Signal | eBay

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    Have more mods in mind to be done.. hopefuly time and wallet will allow :)
    Let me know what you guys think.

    Thank you
     
    #1 okdonk, Dec 24, 2014
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    ^^ Thanks for the LED bulbs specs!
    Are the 6000k LED low beam blue?
     
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  3. okdonk

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    In real person.. the HID seem slightly bluish. Not as in obvious blue.
     
    #3 okdonk, Dec 24, 2014
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    Burna J Knot Right Performance....

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  5. okdonk

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    Thank you. Inspired from the members' mods in this forum.
     
    #5 okdonk, Dec 24, 2014
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    Looks great. Tastefully done!
     
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    Nice work. Thanks for posting all your photos.
     
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  8. okdonk

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    Thank you. Apologize for crappy cellphone pics.
     
    #8 okdonk, Dec 24, 2014
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    Nice work!
    Like the blind spot mirror and Console Tray
    :)
     
    #9 JamesKFChiu, Dec 25, 2014
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    Nice job...
     
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  11. okdonk

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    Thank you.
    At first i was leaning to the blind spot mirrors like a member here (HAWAIIANBUILT) has on his tricked out Prius.
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    My local Toyota Dealer has them for $7/pair but unfortunately they are adjustable.
     
    #11 okdonk, Dec 25, 2014
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    Just my 2 cents on blindspot mirrors...I used to purchase and use the little blindspot mirros, but I've attached a pdf on how to adjust your side mirrors so that you do not have a blind spot at all. I works...I have my Prius mirrors set this way and I have no blind spot anymore. Saves the cost of purchasing additional mirros.
     

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  13. okdonk

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    Thank you for the info!!
     
    #13 okdonk, Dec 27, 2014
  14. Nutstoyou

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    odonk,

    You are welcome
     
    #14 Nutstoyou, Dec 27, 2014
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    I like the Broadway 300mm Wide Flat Rear View Mirror but still thinking about to get a auto dimming mirror from eBay and have it installed by dealer or shop, any suggestions?
     
    #15 JamesKFChiu, Dec 27, 2014
  16. okdonk

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    I like the Homelink/ auto dimming mirror too.. but i have a feeling it will cost us $150-250 installed. I just couldn't justify spending that much on a mirror.
     
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    I saw some Nissan auto dimming mirrors on eBay for a very affordable price ($80 range) which can be installed on our car. Perhaps $150 is not acceptable for some but if I can figure out some easy way to do it myself then I might go with that route.
     
    #17 JamesKFChiu, Dec 27, 2014
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    Your Persona is well protected! Good job!

    The rear bumper protector is well worth it.. in fact.. I think that should come with the car like SUV's.
     
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    The Electric Me Go Speed Go!

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    I've posted this opinion before, and it IS just an opinion.

    But I advocate for BOTH adjusting your mirrors properly AND using blind spot mirrors.

    While if perfectly adjusted you should not have a blind spot, I have found that in parking lots, car wash's and just with time mirrors seem to slip out of adjustment.

    My logic is that up, down or indifferent if a cheap blind spot mirror saves me just once from making a bad lane change? Then it's purchase and usage was worth it.

    I also like them, because with my Prius 2, sans back-up camera, they help me view parking spot guide lines better when backing up.

    I don't evaluate proper mirror adjustment and blind spot mirror usage as an Either/Or scenario. I think the best choice is proper mirror adjustment and using blind spot mirrors.

    PS.

    The humility in those mods is impressive.
     
    #19 The Electric Me, Dec 30, 2014
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    Noticed your post on the led flasher module thread. How many tries and how long did it take you to switch out and install the led flasher module?

    Any side effects to your lighting? Any side effects to light response when locking/arming the vehicle?
     
    #20 Xterra72, Dec 30, 2014
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