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JDM / Japanese VIP Styling: My Prius III Build

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Accessories and Modifications' started by HAWAIIANBUILT, Sep 30, 2010.

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  1. andino

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    ^^ I recommend you have an air compressor. Makes life so much easier. And at least a 2 ton jack with stands.
     
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  2. HAWAIIANBUILT

    HAWAIIANBUILT Senior Member

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    ALOHA PRIUS2725 !!!

    :):):):)

    In regards to the Falken's, I've had Falken Tires in the past and have been very satisfied with them in regards to the road noise, handling, longetivity, looks, and overall value ... I'm not too familiar with the Hankook's actually ... which one are you steering more towards purchasing ??

    In regards to the Spring Installation, yes you must remove the wiper blades, the wiper cowl, and the underside cowl as well. This will provide the installer with complete access to the 3 strut tower bolts necessary to remove the assembly to do a complete installation for the springs. After that has been removed, it was told to me by Ross that it was like any other spring installation he's done ... nothing out of the ordinary from that point on.

    Thanks again, the HBII ride is a Work in Progess and is always evolving ... changes here and there, this thread will continue to go on and on as long as I get crazy ideas in my mind !!!

    Please keep us updated with your progress with your experiences, stories, and PIX !!!

    Can't wait to see, we should meet up sometime !!!

    Hope you're having a great weekend !!!

    :):):):)

    Rodney
     
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  3. HAWAIIANBUILT

    HAWAIIANBUILT Senior Member

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    Aloha PRIUS CHAT FOLKS !!!

    The latest Mod to the HBII Ride is here !!!

    Thanks to my Sponsor: Spec D Tuning / K2 Motorhttp://www.k2motor.com the New Chrome LED Tail Lamps are NOW AVAILABLE !!!

    Here are some pictures from today's ADVENTURE !!!

    At the Spec D Tuning / K2 Motor headquarters in Walnut, California !!!

    A real beautiful Showroom !!!

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    On display was the Golden Child !!!

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    James, Spec D Tuning & K2 Motor's Marketing Director, brought out the new delivery !!!

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    Sneak Peek !!!

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    After the great afternoon at Spec D Tuning / K2 Motor with James, it was time to head home for the installation !!!

    ***FYI, The Official Video DIY Installation will be unveiled on Youtube from the great folks of Spec D Tuning / K2 Motor coming SOON !!! I will keep you posted !!!***

    THIS IS DIRECT PLUG AND PLAY SYSTEM FOLKS !!!

    Now onto the pix ...

    Comparison of the OEM tail lamp ...

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    To the Spec D Tuning / K2 Motor tail lamp !!!

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    Installation ...

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    Comparison of Spec D Tuning / K2 Motor (Left) and OEM (Right)

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    Here are some Before and After shots !!!

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    And now onto the NIGHT SHOTS !!!

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    All in all I am VERY PLEASED with the latest addition to the HBII Project thanks to SPEC D TUNING / K2 MOTOR !!!

    Final Information:

    These LED Tail lamps "Meet or Exceed the OEM Factory Requirements"
    These are a Direct "Plug and Play" Installation
    This particular style LED Tail lamps retail in Japan for over $325/Set !!!

    EXCLUSIVE OFFER FOR PRIUS CHAT FOLKS !!!

    Below is a link to the Sign Up Post if you would like to order yours for our PRIUS CHAT ONLY GROUP RATE !!!

    http://priuschat.com/forums/gen-iii...aillamps-group-discount-list.html#post1255955

    And you can choose from 2 DIFFERENT STYLES !!!

    All Chrome Clear Housing

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    Red / Clear Housing

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    Thanks again to JAMES from SPEC D TUNING / K2 MOTOR !!!

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    HAPPY PRIUS MODDING FOLKS !!!

    :):):):)

    Rodney
     
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    Very cool to see mods at this level - thanks so much for all the updates!

    The only mod I have on mine is a 2" convex mirror on my driver's side mirror; I'm cool with that. :D
     
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  5. HAWAIIANBUILT

    HAWAIIANBUILT Senior Member

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    HEY THERE J5A !!!

    :):):):)

    Thanks for the kind words my friend and thank you for your Service to Our Country too !!!

    I enjoy going to the El Segundo AFB here in So Cal, you can't beat the Commissary and the BX !!!

    There's nothing wrong with your mod buddy, keep up the Enthusiam of Customizing !!!

    Hope you're having a great weekend !!!

    :):):):)

    Rodney
     
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    That is one sick mod! I just hope someone like you are living here in Australia.... getting custom parts for modding for the Prius here in Melbourne are both rare and expensive. Oh well, anyone interested in importing and modding a Prius as a business??
     
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  7. HAWAIIANBUILT

    HAWAIIANBUILT Senior Member

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    HEY SMOGSLIDE !!!

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    I would think it would be more affordable for Australian enthusiasts to obtain JDM - Japan Domestic Market parts rather than here in the United States !!! With Japan closer to Australia, I would think shipping would be cheaper ... however, I do not know much about Australian Import Tax ...

    That would be a really great venture ... Modding Prius' here and then exporting them globally ... hehehehe sign me up !!!

    :):):):)

    Rodney
     
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  8. Prius2725

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    Hello Hawaiian

    - My set-up is complete: Tein H-Techs, Gunmetal S6:F w/ 225-40-18 (Falken 912).

    -Thanks for your input/advice

    -I'll start a new thread w/ pics as soon as I have time.
     
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  9. SlowTurd

    SlowTurd I LIKE PRIUS'S

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    no Japanese clean box?
     
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  10. HAWAIIANBUILT

    HAWAIIANBUILT Senior Member

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    HEY PRIUS2725 !!!

    :):):):)

    I can't wait to see your build photos !!!

    I hope you can make it to the So Cal February 26th meeting to unveil the latest mods !!!

    If you need anything else you've seen that I've done on my build, let me know !!!

    :):):):)

    Rodney
     
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  11. HAWAIIANBUILT

    HAWAIIANBUILT Senior Member

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    HEY SLOWTURD !!!

    :):):):)

    Was cleaning out the interior this evening, and was thinking I do need some type of receptacle !!!

    That's not a bad idea ... the JDM Toyota clean box !!!

    I have to look into this !!!

    :):):):)

    Rodney
     
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  12. Prius2725

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    Thanks Hawaiian!

    Where exactly is the meet on the 26th? How many are you expecting?
     
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  13. shawnb2

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    Ya where is this meet on the 26th? I should be able to actually meet you there finally. Sorry I couldn't make the Zito's meet. I have your phone number now so will call you here soon. Love the taillights too by the way. Have to see them in person before making a final decision. Will have to check out the shop here sometime soon. Talk to you soon.
     
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  14. HAWAIIANBUILT

    HAWAIIANBUILT Senior Member

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    HEY EVERYONE !!!

    Here is a link to the So Cal Prius Meet on February 26th, 2011 (Saturday) !!!

    http://priuschat.com/forums/local-c...3-socal-priuschat-february-meet-thread-3.html

    It would be great to finally meet You and see your Prius/Prii/Prium/Priora !!!

    Please ADD your name to the list !!! We are going to have lunch together then share Prius stories and experiences !!!

    EVERYONE IS INVITED !!!

    :):):):)

    Rodney
     
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    SlowTurd I LIKE PRIUS'S

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    Hey Rodney..... here are the magazines I was telling you about.... :rolleyes::rolleyes::rolleyes:

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  17. HAWAIIANBUILT

    HAWAIIANBUILT Senior Member

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    THANKS FOR THE INFO SLOWTURD !!!

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    What a great site for JDM Products !!!

    There are so many great items to look at and see what's next ...

    My wallet however, doesn't thank you hehehehe !!!

    Thanks again for sharing a great resource for JDM Products !!!

    :):):):)

    Rodney
     
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  18. HAWAIIANBUILT

    HAWAIIANBUILT Senior Member

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    DAMN BINO !!!

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    You're quite the Enabler !!!

    I can't wait to see those magazines at our meeting on the 26th !!!

    You may leave empty handed ... I am warning you now !!!

    Thanks again, and I can't wait to see ya and your Prius !!!

    :):):):)

    Rodney
     
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  19. HAWAIIANBUILT

    HAWAIIANBUILT Senior Member

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    HEY PRIUS CHAT FOLKS !!!

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    I have some new projects lined up for the HB II Ride coming soon !!!

    I was at Little Tokyo in Downtown Los Angeles yesterday afternoon, dropped by one of my favorite bookstores there ... Kinokuniya Bookstores     http://www.kinokuniya.com and was searching for some literature on our favorite car ... The Prius !!!

    I came across a Special Issue from Le Volant / Gakken Mook. It was a Prius Book & Movie !!! This publication was dated July of 2010. It retails about $25.00.

    It is in excellent condition, the quality of the book is outstanding and contained within the Book and CD:     (In Japanese)

    The Book

    01. Test Drive
    02. HSD mechanics in depth 2ZR-FXE
    03. Toyota Mega Web Website: http://www.megaweb.gr.jp/
    03. Package & Chassis
    04. Design Exterior/Interior
    05. Advanced Equipment
    06. Safety and Performance
    07. Prius Production Timeline and History
    08. Toyota's Current Line of Hybrid Vehicles
    09. JDM Specifications / Lineup

    The CD (45 Minutes)

    01. Introduction
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    03. Concept
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    05. Eco Challenge in Yokohama (with the Honda Insight)
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    Hiroshi Hashizawa - Race Driver
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    08. Exclusive Interview with Akihiko Otsuka - Prius Chief Engineer

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    To order your copy of the Le Volant / Gakken Mook Publication of the Prius Book & Movie you can contact Kinokuniya Bookstores on their site through their BookWeb locations at     Kinokuniya BookWeb
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    Happy Prius Reading folks !!!

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    Rodney
     
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    How could I get these magazines?

    I am looking for the WIDE window visors like u have/had on the Scion.....not the little narrow ones that everyone has been buying for their windows... Do you know of a source for them?

    I also am looking for aftermarket side/door mirrors, i.e., something more "exotic" looking like the Ferrari mirrors. Not the ones that mount up on the door frame, like they did back in the 90's. Just "cooler" looking ones to mount in the same spot as the factory mirrors. Any clue on a place that might have them?
     
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