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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. HAWAIIANBUILT

    HAWAIIANBUILT Senior Member

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    HEY MRXTAT !!!

    Please contact Dale at O-Nex tomorrow !!!

    Tell him I sent ya !!!

    It may not be on the site but he does carry them !!!

    The number is 626.616.0497

    Hope this helps and hope to see ya at the meeting !!!

    :):):):)

    Rodney
     
    #401 HAWAIIANBUILT, Mar 17, 2011
  2. HAWAIIANBUILT

    HAWAIIANBUILT Senior Member

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    HAPPY ST. PATRICK'S DAY PRIUS CHAT FOLKS !!!

    :D:D:D:D

    To commemorate St. Patrick's Day I decided to install the JDM Mirror Covers with the 3 Way Lighting (Flash/Postion/Courtesy) Options !!!

    I received the unpainted pair from CivicSky (Thanks CivicSky) on 03-04-11.

    I wanted to try something different so I sent in the complete housing (door mirror assembly/mirror assembly arm/and the covers to be color matched and painted !!!

    Here are my pictures

    03-04-11

    Straight from Hong Kong !!!

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    Then on 03-14-11 I went to the great folks at Imperial Body Shop, in La Habra, So Cal ... They have done great things on my first Project (my 2004 Scion) and so it was natural to take these bad boys to them !!!

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    Then I received the call from Grigor (The Owner of Imperial Body Shop) that they were complete !!!

    The mirror cover comparisons (JDM on top, USDM on bottom)

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    Imperial Body Shop did a thorough paint job and the match is outstanding !!! They painted inside the housing as well !!!

    Goodbye Black Housings !!!

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    More great shots ...

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    As you can see the perfect fitment of these JDM Mirror Flasher Covers coupled with the outstanding paint match was right on target !!!

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    I don't have a DIY regarding the wiring as there is already a thread on here started by CivicSky ... Thanks to CivicSky and others who have provided the thorough DIY !!!

    Here's the link to that post ...

    http://priuschat.com/forums/gen-iii...bo-lights-signal-parking-courtesy-lights.html

    And the final installed pics !!!

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    In conclusion I must say that I'm very SATISFIED with the outcome !!!

    Many Many thanks again to CivicSky for setting up the importation of this great product !!!

    Many Many thanks to those who contributed to the DIY installation instructions !!! Thanks to you guys who have helped to make installation a breeze !!!

    And finally thanks to the great folks at Imperial Body Shop in La Habra, So Cal for a Blizzard Pearl Match job done perfect !!!

    Aloha and ...

    Happy Prius Modding folks !!!

    :):):):)

    Rodney
     
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  3. shawnb2

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    Look great in the solid color. Ok, your turn. When do we get to see video? Lol!
     
    #403 shawnb2, Mar 18, 2011
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    Looks awesome. I was waiting for someone to color-code the stalks as the mismatch annoys me. Fortunately, my car is black lol! Still waiting for my turn signal mirrors.

    I notice you have the black Five Star Axis novelty plate, which looks really cool. If the cops ever force you to go back to using a front license plate, you might want to white-out the license plate holder.
     
    #404 32kcolors, Mar 18, 2011
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    Well it at least looks like I know where I'll be turning to when it comes time to repaint the front of my car when the body kit goes on. They do great work it looks like. I'm only assuming this is the same place that painted your Five Axis kit? May have to have my mirrors done as well. Looks great man.
     
    #405 shawnb2, Mar 18, 2011
  6. HAWAIIANBUILT

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    HEY PRIUS CHAT FOLKS !!!

    :):):):)

    HEY 32COLORS !!!

    Yes it was about time I completed that project !!! I was running half of the stalk painted for so long ... it was time to get it completed !!! I am very happy with how it came out, real clean looking and brighter !!!

    I do like the Five Axis front plate, so much nicer than the regular tags. I should've had Imperial Body Shop paint those too !!! Oh well ... next project hehehehe !!!

    HEY SHAWN !!!

    Yes if you need anything painted, the folks at Imperial Body Shop are awesome, they can also set you up if you would like to have Clear Bra Protection film added too, to protect your investment !!!

    Sounds like you're gonna have to come down and leave your ride here with me for some *new* projects !!!

    Hope you are all having a great weekend !!!

    :):):):)

    Rodney
     
    #406 HAWAIIANBUILT, Mar 19, 2011
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    Rodney,
    Glad to see how they turn out! You did a very good job making your car stand out from the crowd! Thanks for showing us how the package was like when it arrived. I didn't have a chance to see it although she said she put tons of padding into the box. Now, I'm so proud of my mom who did the packing and mailing by herself. The next time I go back Hong Kong, maybe I should bring a luggage full of lights and sell them for big bucks! Despite of the huge demand, I'm letting Danny to take care of the ordering and for sale on his PC store. Hurry up, Danny!
     
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    Rodney how much you selling your car for? I want.
     
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    So, where did you get your Kaira kit from? I've decided to get the whole kit with that rear wing, instead of the Kenstyle now, but it's taking just as long to get a quote thru Carson as the Kenstyle one did that took months...
     
    #409 GoldPianoGarden, Mar 20, 2011
  10. HAWAIIANBUILT

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    HEY PRIUS CHAT FOLKS !!!

    :):):):)


    HEY CIVICSKY !!!

    Thanks again for setting this up, I really appreciate this upgrade for HB II !!!

    The packaging was well padded and there were NO damages at all !!!

    Please tell your mom thank you as well !!!


    HELLO GREEN4U !!!

    Thanks for the kind words, but it's not for sale just yet :)


    HEY GOLDPIANOGARDEN !!!

    I am unsure if your question is directed to Shawn or Myself.

    I am currently running the Five Axis kit. You can purchase it through Five Axis or their distributors at www.fivead.net.

    If you are looking to purchase the Tommy Kaira kit, please keep us updated with your progress !!!

    For those So Cal Folks ...

    Please drive safely during this Wet and Windy weather !!!

    :):):):)

    Rodney
     
    #410 HAWAIIANBUILT, Mar 20, 2011
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    Sorry, I was asking Shawn cause he was talking about when he gets his kit and has to get it painted, etc.... I hounded Carson, starting in November, for a price on the Kenstyle kit, and finally got one maybe the first of this month (March)... Then, after searching for wings and kits and stuff, I ran across this kit:

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    which looks very much like the Audi R8 in front (which I love):

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    Anyhow, mine will have the Lexus emblems that I ordered:

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    If I went without the emblem on the front, I would use this version of the front:

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    And, of course, I'm gonna get Kaira's wild rear wing to finish it all off:

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    and I'm contemplating the hood spoiler:

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    Anyhow, I was gonna start a thread on it whenever I got closer to getting a price on the whole thing where I could order it....so didn't mean to hijack your thread! I thought Shawn was the one who ordered some Kaira stuff, so wondered who his source/supplier was (in case I get tired of waiting for Carson to get it, or if I feel maybe I should get a 2nd opinion --- for a better price or whatever)... Peace!
     
    #411 GoldPianoGarden, Mar 20, 2011
  12. HAWAIIANBUILT

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    HEY THERE PRIUS CHAT FOLKS !!!

    :):):):)

    Latest Mod to the HB II Ride came in today (March 23, 2011) !!!

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    From CUSCO (     Branch English page CUSCO) is the CENTER POWER BRACE !!!

    A description of the Center Power Brace from the website ...

    "Stiffens chassis rigidity with Cusco's essence from the motor sport participation. Not only minimizing twisting and bending inputs to the chassis and member, but maximizes the performance of the suspension. By stiffening the chassis with Power Brace series, vehicle will be stiffened, and avoid the chassis being aged and tired."

    Here are pictures from that day !!!

    Arrived at the CUSCO US Facility in Huntington Beach, So Cal !!!

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    Direct from Japan !!!

    It was great to see the ZVW30 right on the Packaging !!!

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    Comparison of the Stock Prius 2 Point Center Brace (on top in black)
    with the CUSCO 4 Point Center Power Brace (on bottom in blue) !!!

    WHAT A DIFFERENCE !!!

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    The Stock Prius 2 Point Center Brace

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    And Voila !!!

    Installed is the CUSCO CENTER POWER BRACE !!!

    The instructions comes with Detailed Pictures and is a BREEZE TO INSTALL !!!
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    I am VERY EXCITED to test out the Chassis Improvements that the CUSCO CENTER POWER BRACE adds !!!

    Overall, I am very pleased with this CUSCO Product !!!
    Many many thanks to YUKI and KENJI from CUSCO USA !!!

    Feel free to contact them at the hyperlink above to order your very own CUSCO CENTER POWER BRACE !!!

    They have an Extensive Line of CUSCO Products available for the PRIUS !!!

    Thank you YUKI and KENJI !!!

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    Happy Cusco Prius Modding Folks !!!

    :):):):)

    Rodney
     
    #412 HAWAIIANBUILT, Mar 23, 2011
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    Will you stop already!?! At least until I get back to work and get some money coming in. LOL! Looks awesome. Did they say if there stuff is being changed a bit to fit US spec cars? I thought someone early on was having clearance issues with the strut brace which is why I went with Tanabe. I'd love and prefer to have all Cusco as it of course sticks to my "blue" theme to wear Tanabe's stuff is red. If anything, I can contact them direct too. I also got the CarID carbon fiber samples today. Will bring them to the meet and see what you think. Can't decide between black/blue or just the dark blue. Both look really good.
     
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    If you're really wanting either of those kits I can certainly try and help you. Call Darkside Motoring @ 818-349-6221. They are in Chatsworth and have done a few Prii. Since you're here in So. Cal it will make it easier. The main guy who used to do all the importing for Carson is gone. As you've figured out, pretty much a waste over there anymore. I am on the fence about the Silk Blaze kit and just sticking local and doing the Five Axis kit. May end up combining the two and make a one off as I really like the front lip for the Five Axis, but like the sides and rear plus wing and exhaust of the Blaze. Decisions, decisions... The Blaze kit is going to be expensive in comparison and said it could take 3-4 months to get as most shops out there do the kit as they're ordered because they don't have the space to keep alot on hand. Hope this helps.
     
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    Also Rodney, any idea if the other stuff will be done in time for the meet? Dying to see it all done!
     
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    I was running the Cusco STB for a bit... and yes, there are clearance issues with the brake reserve. The STB still fits, but you will have to find another location to mount the reserve (mine was temporarily zip-tied). I was told that Cusco had no intentions of making changes for the USDM Prius (but that was over a year ago).
    The Power Brace is very nice though... :rolleyes:
     
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    I had a feeling that was you who had it. Will have to stop in and chat them up. Would love to switch to their stuff but don't want to have to modify anything in that respect.
     
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  18. HAWAIIANBUILT

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    HEY SHAWN !!!

    I can't stop, this is addicting !!!

    As far as changes for the US Spec Cars, I honestly do not know. The only product that I have read that does need modification is the STB. The Center Power Brace needs no modification.

    Can't wait to see the CarID samples you received, I'm sure it's a tough decision !!!

    The *Other* stuff won't be ready in time for the meet unfortunately ... but will definitely be ready in time for Toyotafest / TORC !!!

    SEE YA REAL SOON !!!

    :):):):)

    Rodney
     
    #418 HAWAIIANBUILT, Mar 24, 2011
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    what did you do with your Tanabe parts?
     
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    HI GLORYTHIEF !!!

    I am still utilizing the TANABE Sustec Strut Tower Bar in the Engine Bay and the TANABE Front Under Brace under the vehicle !!!

    I have integrated the CUSCO Center Power Brace under the vehicle.

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    Hope this helps !!!

    :):):):)

    Rodney
     
    #420 HAWAIIANBUILT, Mar 25, 2011
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