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    15,000 mile oil change interval

    My bad. To clarify, I do take the Prius to the dealer to get the oil changed. I would change the oil on it myself like with my other cars and...
    Post by: The Banks, Jul 8, 2009 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting
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    15,000 mile oil change interval

    IMHO waiting 15,000 miles before changing your oil is a very bad idea and represents sheer laziness. So is not changing your oil filter and drain...
    Post by: The Banks, Jul 8, 2009 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting
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    Looking for a tire replacement recommendation

    I got Michelin Hydro Edge tires from Costco and have so far put a bit over 5,000 miles on them with no visible wear. Not to mention they have a...
    Post by: The Banks, Jul 7, 2009 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting
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    My Blacked Out Prius Project

    This is true. If you get a fix it ticket all you need is a cop to sign it off. As for the car. I'm usually not a fan of blacked out cars, but...
    Post by: The Banks, Jul 7, 2009 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Accessories & Modifications
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    Batter Pack Insulation Writeup

    Lol. I know, I know. Right after I hit the submit new thread button :o I don't know if this is a common problem, but last summer I went on an...
    Post by: The Banks, Jul 6, 2009 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Accessories & Modifications
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    Batter Pack Insulation Writeup

    For those of you have ever driven your Prius on a road trip then you know that passengers in the back and cargo in the trunk can start to heat up....
    Thread by: The Banks, Jul 6, 2009, 11 replies, in forum: Gen 2 Prius Accessories & Modifications
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    Need a sun shield

    There is a company called Heatshield that makes excellent sunshades. Theres a custom fit one in every one of the 6 cars in my garage/driveway....
    Post by: The Banks, Jul 6, 2009 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Main Forum
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    Headlight housing fogging over

    Here you go. http://www.spadepot.com/shop/Novus-Spa-Scratch-Removal-Kit-P757C57.aspx I've used it on the headlights on my 2000 Camaro and...
    Post by: The Banks, Jul 6, 2009 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Technical Discussion
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    window tinting

    Window tinting was the first thing done to the car right after buying it. everything from the A pillar to the B pillar is in the 30-35% range,...
    Post by: The Banks, Jul 6, 2009 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Accessories & Modifications
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    The Low Mileage Club.

    Bought my 06' brand new in March of 06' and now at about 97,000 miles. It serves its purpose as the commuting work horse.
    Post by: The Banks, Jul 6, 2009 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Main Forum
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    What was your most expensive Prius repair?

    About $500 for the four Michelin Hydro Edge tires from Costco. I do all major mechanical work myself (except for oil changes because I usually...
    Post by: The Banks, Jul 6, 2009 in forum: Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting