d#mn aluminum hood!

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Care, Maintenance & Troubleshooting' started by mgb4tim, Oct 30, 2009.

  1. F8L

    F8L Protecting Habitat & AG Lands

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    And confusing! I didn't know what to do first, check the hood for damage or inspect her for "dmg". Haha
     
  2. brad_rules_man

    brad_rules_man Hybrid electric revolutionizer

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    I'd like to have my entire body swapped out with carbon fiber. HAHA could you imagine? I wonder what the performance and economy would be if everything was swapped for carbon fiber... =D

    Now I just need like... few hundred thousand bucks?
     
  3. F8L

    F8L Protecting Habitat & AG Lands

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    Information on lightening up cars and what the effects could be:

    Safety Implications of Lightweight Autos - RMI MOVE
     

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  4. going red baby!

    going red baby! still a n00b

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    Aw, you poor thing... come to mama... :hug:
     
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    You can get the carbon fiber look, with vinyl hood protection film or "wrap."

    Carbon Fiber Vinyl

    Allegedly great looks, good protection, and low cost too.

    (Pick two? :D)
     
  6. mgb4tim

    mgb4tim Noob

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    Well, the guy is a hater by the looks of his other posts. I just figured I'd beat him to the punch.