Mendel Leisk

Hello,
I also have a 2010. She has 235,000 on her. I am hoping for another 100K. I can't help but wonder what a newer Prius might be like in the way of features, handling, reliability and reduction in road noise. If you were to consider a new Prius, what would you choose when viewed through the lens of quality of build, lack of factory issues, etc.? I was thinking somewhere around the 2019?

Thank YOU for comments ! The whoop-whistle was caused by air in the high pressure line. It's GONE, but I am still not happy with my brakes. The fluid level rises 1/2 inch over night and the brake pedal seems soft. I can press it all the way down to where it "hits metal". Car drives fine and Toyota dealer says it is OK. Have U heard all this before [and solved it?]?

Thanks for all your assistance in wheel-bearing replacement advice. I couldn't "crimp/indent" the axle-nut. mark was directly downward and I couldn't get enough force to create an indentation. I was going to drive it to move it. Is the viable or does it always point downwards now? How to crimp it as well? I used a small hammer and screwdriver to no avail. Thank You.

I have a 2010 prius w 130,000m,and a booster pump running every 10 sec. I plan to change the brake booster/actuator.
1. Would you advise me to steer clear of BAM Auto.
2. Can I use techstream and complete bleeding procedures without a scanner?
3. If I go forward w the Techstream plan what dongle and cord would you recommend I buy?
4. At some point I would like to buy a scanner. Do you have a recommendation

Mr. Mendel I installed a new master cylinder because changing the booster pump and accumulator did not prevent the pump from running every 14 seconds. Now the new master cylinder emits a chirp [sort of a whoop sound] most of the time when I touch the brake pedal. Have you run into this problem before ? I think the Toyota dealer should exchange it for me.

Mendel you have helped me in the past with my Prius. I need your help again.
I have 2013 Prius Plug-In with 20k miles on it. after thw replacing thermostat it started gi=ving warning :check hybrid system stop vehicle safe pace" It seems like something happened during the repair caused it. i t was working

Mendel, I've been on here for years and have benefited tremendously from your sage input and generous sharing. Thank you so much for all of your outstanding contributions over these years. Because of you (and others....but I have learned to certainly trust you) I've become quite a decent DYI'er on my 2013 Lexus CT200h.

Wondering if it would help to take the ring off from around the coolant cap, so it doesn't seal? I've read where they say it takes the pressure off the coolant system and gives you more time to avoid damage. You think that's worthwhile?

Hey! I know it's been asked before but there are a million opinions. My 12v battery just died in my 2008 Prius. Do you have any recommendations for a battery or at a minimum can direct me to a specific battery that would work?
Does Walmarts brand Everstart work and are they reliable?

Thank you so much!

I appreciate reading your posts in expectation of inspection and cleaning of the EGR and intact tract. Just to make sure, you are of the opinion that one can remove the two horizontal studs and not replace them after the job is done? Or just the rear one that is so difficult to get at? Thanks.

You are such a rock star
https://priuschat.com/threads/dome-light-wont-come-on-when-i-open-door.156916/

Is there a for sale forum here on the Prius Chat, I am not seeing one. Thank you Mendel. Troy

Mendel you can probably identify this issue! I have a 2011 Prius and on January 20th of this year, this loud hum noise started http://link.www.ridesharedriver.blog/Prius_hum_noise. That is from a mic on the "Shotgun seat" While I am driving on Interstate 275 in Tampa, FL. The noise is very loud in the car. When I get over to the left or make a left turn the noise goes away. What do you think?



Thanks,

Sean

She said she added sealer as the hg noise was bothering her

Look, I'll wait a bit. My left shoulder is "fubar" or " comminuted, compacted, 4 part, fracture of the proximal humerus " to be accurate. It will take about 3 months to heal.

Hi Mendel....this is Bill from Seattle. Do you ever drive south down to my area? I am close to Everett. Would be nice to meet for lunch! I love to talk Prius....you seem pretty knowledgeable. Many years ago I went to a racetrack for a sports car race....I think the track was near Coquitlam or Mission....is that right?

Mendel,
Any Idea where I can find the layout or specs for placing the side door guard moldings on a Gen 4 standard Prius?

Mr Mendel,

What voltage should my 12v be in? I was checking for codes with OBD the other day and my app said my 12v had 11.8v while it was on the on position checking for codes (pressed on twice) not running/started. Let me know if that's too low.

Can you tell me where the AC amplifier is on a 2020 Prius Prime?

You have a 10, would you buy another?
Would you mind looing at my "What to buy" post in Gen II?
BC is da best. Spent time in Squamish this winter. Best compliment I got was that I was the most Canadian American the people in the car had met. I blushed, I love that country. Originally from VT. Daughter in on V Island for a while this summer.
Cheers! Pete