JDM / Japanese VIP Styling: My Prius III Build

Thanks Shawn !!!

Yes when you get well we'll have to celebrate your birthday at ... D-land !!!

See ya soon !!!



Rodney

 

HEY LULUGREENFOOT !!!

I appreciate the kind words !!!

The HB II Ride has come a long way in such a short time. Since Day 1 I've had so many ideas for this project and have met many Great Companies and Folks along the way ... That in itself is worth all the Time, Effort, and Investment !!!
The relationships built throughout this whole Project will last far beyond the Prius !!!

This is why I enjoy sharing with you the Companies and their Contacts directly so you can have first hand access to them yourselves !!!

Some of the modifications that I do to the Prius may not agree with everyone but I enjoy sharing with you all what "can be done" and show you a window into my own Personal Style. In a world of over 1 Million Prii how can one not want to have some individualism ??!!

Going into this Project I knew that modifying a Prius was quite different than what most were used to seeing both in our Daily lives and in the Car Show scene. To some even owning a Prius sets them apart from the rest from their peers and colleagues !!!

I have found my niche here, and to many of you as well ... keep up the great work everyone in Customizing and Modifying your Prii !!!



Rodney

 

HEY PRIUS CHAT FOLKS !!!



Getting ready for the 2013 Car Show Scene and to help with it ... A new Modification has arrived !!!

From Wicked Automotive Kustoms aka WAK Shop comes the Stainless Steel Door Rods !!!



Available in different Finishes, I chose the Polished Stainless Steel version to compliment the existing Chrome accents of HB II !!!

These Door Rods are perfect in allowing your Prius to be presented at a Show with the doors slightly opened for both Judges and Spectators to view a peek of the inside. This gives you peace of mind that there is a visual barrier preventing them from proceeding beyond !!!

All of these Rods are Crafted specifically for the vehicle. Each Door has exacting and precise measurements and can be ordered for custom sizing as well !!! All ends are coated to protect and preserve the contact areas of your Prius.

Here are pictures of the WAK Shop Door Rods !!!

Delivery
Safely and Securely Packaged







Close Up
To Protect the Company's product I have not included pictures of the complete design.


Installed

Front Door




Rear Door




Rear Hatch





Front & Rear Doors



Removal of this item after a Show is simple, just lift the latch and unhook !!!

Again, the purpose of this Great Product is a visual deterrent for Spectators at a Car Show. Reminding them not to go beyond. It also presents to both Judges and Spectators that your Prius should be respected.

For more information feel free to contact WAK Shop directly or FaceBook their page :



WAK Shop
[email protected]
http://www.facebook.com/WAKShop
www.WAKSHOP.com

Tell them I sent ya !!!

2013 Show Season is Here !!!



Rodney

 

HEY PRIUS CHAT GEN III MOD FOLKS !!!



Just arrived from Japan is the Genuine KENSTYLE D-LINER CHROME FRONT GRILL GARNISH !!!



Imported exclusively from Jin at www.KYOEI-USA.com !!!

There are several other companies offering Front Grille Garnishes that completely surround the grille but, this particular product from Kenstyle was just enough for me. It complements the existing chrome touches on HBII in my opinion.

Here are pictures !!!

Prompt Delivery via EMS Japan






Safe and Secured Contents Inside



The Product and Instructions









Quality product from Kenstyle




Installation

Location : Front Grille




Preparation

Use Rubbing Alcohol and a Microfiber towel to thoroughly clean and rid the mounting area from oil, dirt, and contamination.



3M Tape Backed



Exacting Measurements per included Instructions






Five Axis method of Installation



And ... VOILA !!!



Before



AFTER !!!










As you can see in these closeup shots, the Fitment is Precise and Exact !!!

Quality beyond Compare.





Complete !!!



Many thanks to Jin from www.KYOEI-USA.com and KENSTYLE for yet another great Quality Premium product !!!

Contact Jin and tell him I sent ya !!!

Happy Prius Modding Folks !!!



Rodney

 

HEY PRIUS CHAT FOLKS !!!



The latest modification to HBII is here !!!

X'Quizit Designs : Easy Access Rear Trunk Floor Panel

For CES 2012, Powerbass USA and Gene from X'Quizit Designs collaborated to present an amazing setup for HBII. and so building further onto that for 2013, Gene wanted to create an Easy Access Rear Trunk Floor Panel. This allows quick access to the Air Runner Suspension Components !!!

Here are pictures from the installation :

Gene from X'Quizit Designs worked aimlessly on his weekend to help me with a deadline !!!






Side Floor Panels
Layer 1 Wood
-Wrapped in matching Clazzio Leather




Main Floor Panel
Layer 1 Large Plexiglass Window
-Beveled to prevent scratching of Side Panels



Main Floor Panel
Layer 2 Wood Cover
-Custom View Area
-Wrapped in Clazzio Leather




Main Floor Panel
Layer 2 Small Plexiglass to fit within the Wood Cover cutout
- To achieve flush floor fitment



After his hard work the custom fabrication was complete !!!

I replaced the 5000k LED Lighting with 6000k LED Lighting to match the Cabin lighting.
Installed behind the 3 PowerBass Amplifiers and underneath the new Custom Floor Panel !!!

VOILA !!!






Many thanks again to my great friend Gene from X'Quizit Designs for always doing great custom work on not only the HB II Ride, but many other great discriminating customers as well !!! He's Second to None !!!

If you're interested in inquiring about the great Quality Products from both PowerBass and X'Quizit Designs for your Prius, feel free to PM me !!!

Happy Prius Modding Folks !!!



Rodney

 

HEY PRIUS CHAT FOLKS !!!



Some new Mods have arrived for HBII !!!

The Aluminum Pedal covers !!!

Purchased from eBay, I wanted to replace the existing Black Rubber pedals with these Aluminum versions as I wanted the Underdash Pedal area to look Cleaner and Sharp. I'm not too big a fan of different color pedals, I think this Aluminum finish keeps the area nice and monochrome.

I especially like the "Prius" logo located on the foot rest cover !!!

Here are my pictures :

Delivery





Left Side Foot Rest Cover & Supplied Screws





Brake Pedal Cover



Gas Pedal Cover



Parking Brake Cover



Installation Area (Before)



And Voila !!!



I am very satisfied with this product. They really help to make the Underdash Pedal area Clean and Sharp !!!

Happy Prius Modding folks !!!



Rodney

 

HEY THERE PRIUS CHAT FOLKS !!!



Added another great item to the HBII Ride the other day !!!

A TOYOTA JDM original item : "Premium" Emblem !!!



Found on select Premium grade Toyota models in Japan, this item made a great accent to the HBII ride !!!

I particularly like this emblem as it helps to set the theme for HBII. With the Prius Performance Plus emblem that is currently offered, I wanted something distinct and unique that helps to characterize HBII.

Here are my pix !!!

Delivery from Japan



Toyota Japan part number : 75472-22110



Installation

In addition to making sure the emblem was aligned, the surface area was cleaned free from dirt and debris with Rubbing Alcohol and a Microfiber Towel.




Complete !!!





This may not be a mod for everyone but I like the uniqueness that this emblem presents which characterize the HBII Ride. It's adds a nice Clean and Subtle touch to the rear deck area too !!!

Happy Prius Modding Folks !!!



Rodney

 

Thanks for the kind words Tim !!!

For this particular kit I chose because the design of both the Brake and Gas pedals matched both the Left Foot Rest and Parking Brakes. I believe the other kit the designs did not match.

All covers except for the Brake pedal cover fit snugly. The cover is slightly larger than the metal base to which it attaches.

I was able to secure this Brake pedal onto the metal base with a strong adhesive designed for Plastic and Metal.

Hope this helps !!!



Rodney

 

HEY PRIUS CHAT FOLKS !!!



The latest Modification came via EMS Japan yesterday !!!

VIP TABLE Imported Exclusively from www.KYOEI-USA.com !!!

**Please note : These tables are designed for Show Purposes Only and I would NOT recommend usage of these during driving. They are secured during presentation however, again I would NOT suggest utilizing these while driving.**

In an effort to continue with the Japanese VIP Styling, these VIP Tables make a great addition !!!

These VIP Tables are Year, Make, and Model specific. They are custom both in fitment and in selection of colors !!!

Because of this, production time varies.

Here are my pictures !!!

Delivery







What we call "Popcorn" for packaging here in the US these are called "ECO Pearls" !!!




Safely and Securely Wrapped



Each VIP Table is Labeled Specifically for each door application

Front Left



Rear Left



Front Right



Rear Right



The VIP Tables

**I chose White with the Black/Chrome siding as I wanted them to brighten up the interior and with LED Lighting in mind these will light up nicely**




Quality and Seamless Craftsmanship








Included Instructions and Additional Pieces








These VIP Tables Fasten and are Secured through the Window Channels. I had to modify my VIP Curtain Rails to accommodate the pathway. I shortened the Rails to 6 inches each.






Once the Tables were Secured and Fastened the project was Complete !!!

Precise Fitment














The LED Lighting Project is next !!!



**AGAIN Please note : These tables are designed for Show Purposes Only and I would NOT recommend usage of these during driving. They are secured during presentation however, again I would NOT suggest utilizing these while driving.**

Many thanks to Jin from www.KYOEI-USA.com for these Custom Tables made Specifically for the Prius !!!

The VIP portion of the HBII build is coming along !!!

Thank you !!!



Rodney