ADD fog light on 2012 Prius 4

That's a must.

I'm still wanting to see what the finish is on the grill.

 

I dont know if this helps you guys, but heres a 2012 bumper stripped down and it def. has the holes for the fog lights to bolt up to.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/2011-2012-2...ries&hash=item256f27e318&vxp=mtr#ht_781wt_903

 

Saw that too.....so based on that pic, they will install just like the gen2.

 

Looks like it will have to be on a separate switch then since OEM fogs are switched on by a ring on the turn signal stalk correct?

We just need
PriusChat Shop : 2010-2011 Toyota Prius Fog Light Kit - OEM Quality [PIPL-40C] - $139.99$114.99
and
OEM Prius Five Grill
Amber Halogen bulbs (dont want to mess with HID glare)

Looks like I'll be doing this mod

 

As long as the 2010-2011 fogs are the same as the 2012.

 

Is there anybody that would be willing to send me a pair of 10-11 fogs to compare to my 2012???? I will of course pay for shipping both ways.

 

I'll make ya an offer.....

If I send you my Yaris fogs (same as a 2010-2011) and blazer projectors, will do you a retrofit for me? Then, you can use them to compare, and I'll cover the shipping .

 

Almost 100% sure they won't work as the units are angled. The 12's are likely going to be flat-faced.

 

Haha.......I'm sure we can work something out but I'm not sure retroing the blazer is the best choice. These projectors use a 35w bulb. They do this because its a very small projector. There have been several reports on hidplanet about the chrome inside the projector burning & bubbling due to excessive heat either from no airflow & or rebased pnp HID bulbs. Once u retro these into a housing, ur not going to get that airflow over the projector lens.

 

Well, I've already got everything sitting at home, but have been so busy I just haven't had time to do it yet. I don't plan to run the fogs 24/7 like a lot of cars do, just moreso when I need them or the extra bit of light in very rural areas. Let me know, I keep the offer open.

 

sfv41901,
You mention a heat issue above.
I agree but what is the correct work around to remedy this?

1.) heatsinks
2.) air vents (dust gets in)
3.) Retrofit a larger fog housing
4.) remove glass cover to fog light, expose the projector lens to open air (incurs chips in lens)
5.) add 12v PC fans on a thermostat to cool housing

I am open to the best way to avoid the heat issue.

 

If you have access to a CNC mill, make up housings out of a block of aluminum with some fins if there is room. That will draw the heat away from the LED. You'll likely have the first Prius with billet fog lights

Mike

 

I would avoid retroing the blazer fog........instead I would use a HID projector since ur going through all the trouble of a retro.

 

Have you received your bumper yet?!!!!

 

Bumper?

I have a '12 so already have the bumper .......just waiting on the grill & the fogs. They are still on back order.

 

Thats what i ment =P

 

Im curious to see if the 2011 fogs, will fit the 2012 bumper...

 

I'm going to find out in a few days. I bought a cheap pair of 10-11 Prius fogs from ebay......mainly for the wiring harness & switch but also to test fit. Im going to meet up with madman on Fri the 8th to test fit the 2012 bumper cover on his 2010 & I hope to have gotten the ebay fog lights by then.

In the mean time, here is some eye candy

 

Hey SFV, look forward to this Friday and hope you get the fogs soon. I'm so jealous looking at your new grille. Love the fact that it's painted and fitted for fogs. I also saw the post on the Nokya LED find by wick1ert. Once you verify that the 2010-11 fogs fit on the '12 then I'd consider those for sure.

 

Waiting for the results.....