wanted to know if anyone has lowered their prius, if so what did they use, and where did they get the items? Are there multiple springs or better shocks out there? I have the touring edition, but would like to lower it a little bit, then add the stiffening plate.. Also, maybe its just me since I always upgrade the brakes in my cars, but the prius brakes seen very "mushy", so I would like to know if there are any stainless steel lines out there yet, to stiffen up the pedal a little bit. Or maybe there is something else out there that works well to help out there...??
found info on the TRD which I knew about, but are there any coilovers out there yet that may be better?
Have a look at Sigma. They have some other branded springs for the Prius. The TRD doesn't lower much, but you really don't want to go much lower, otherwise scraping happens. The TRDs lower the Prius enough that it's noticeble. The fender gap is definitely reduced.
<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(Dead Ringer @ Jun 9 2007, 07:21 PM) [snapback]458904[/snapback]</div> The Prius is Brake-By-Wire, so nothing you do will change the feel of the brake peddle.
<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(jhinton @ Jun 9 2007, 08:29 PM) [snapback]458988[/snapback]</div> what, damn!! that really sucks... I didnt mind it since I didnt really drive the car that much, but things might be changing in which I will be driving the car more, and I cant stand the mushy brake pedal... oh well I guess I can get "use" <_< to it..
<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(Dead Ringer @ Jun 9 2007, 11:59 PM) [snapback]459072[/snapback]</div> I suggest that you do some research on the Prius braking system. It is unlike any conventional braking system and does not need any upgrade. The friction bakes only work at below 9MPH or in a panic situation. It takes a while to get used to it but when you do you will really injoy it.
<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(jhinton @ Jun 9 2007, 08:29 PM) [snapback]458988[/snapback]</div> That may be true of the brake booster / pump up front to accommodate the power regeneration circuits. However, there are basic steel brake lines going to the rear wheels, coupled with basic hydraulic actuators and brake drums (1960's technology).
<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(John in LB @ Jun 10 2007, 02:03 PM) [snapback]459260[/snapback]</div> True, but upgrading to stainless will not stiffen up the pedal as the OP wants. He just has to get used to regenerative braking.
<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(Dead Ringer @ Jun 9 2007, 08:21 PM) [snapback]458904[/snapback]</div> Lowered Spring option- Beside TRD, RS*R do offer lowered spring for Prius. I'm not aware of any coilover setup for Prius yet. Stainless stell brake line - TOM'S do make SS brake line. Not sure if it will fit US Prius as JDM Prius have 4 disc brake as standard. US Prius have drum brake on rear. You can find all info on sigma automotive
<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(chinalfr2 @ Jun 11 2007, 09:29 AM) [snapback]459536[/snapback]</div> that is perfect... I will have to look into that, I am not too sure I am ready to spring for the TRD suspension. I have the touring pkg already and I have a feeling I wont get "$1000" out of the upgrade. I just want to lower and tighten it up a bit.. But that Prius looks perfect
<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(chinalfr2 @ Jun 11 2007, 09:29 AM) [snapback]459536[/snapback]</div> that is perfect... I will have to look into that, I am not too sure I am ready to spring for the TRD suspension. I have the touring pkg already and I have a feeling I wont get "$1000" out of the upgrade. I just want to lower and tighten it up a bit.. But that Prius looks perfect
Man, I'm so disappointed. I searched for coilovers and lowering on this website, and have yet to see any good photographs of Prius cars that have been dropped. As for scraping, what is preventing the Prius from being lowered? Is it the tire clearance in the wheel wells or something underneath? I understand the relationship between skinny tires and gas mileage, but I'm sorry, driving a doorstop on skateboard wheels doesn't actually look very attractive.
search for these threads: BLITZ springs going lower. . .inserts. . . or just look at the threads linked to my user name, prius70 have fun!
Well I would suggest if you bought the Prius to own an attractive car....you could have done a lot better with some other choices. I bought mine for the mileage and car pool access permit which was soon to be available. I have 86K on my Prius, get an average of 47 MPG and have the CA coveted car pool access stickers. Now it is true that I have done some serious mods to my Prius to make it more to my liking, but I do that with every car I have owned for over 35 years. It is not attractive, it is distinctive.
