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Prius v Camper mod, or just deprecation accelerator

Discussion in 'Prius v Accessories and Modifications' started by Onlooker, Oct 4, 2024.

  1. Onlooker

    Onlooker Junior Member

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    Donno how far I'll take it... If anyone is interest in the topic I'll post images here; suggestions/add-ons welcome(images/links/specifics; may not reply); Won't be taking passengers(seats have rest/bed/dog uses)... More posts should follow, just starting; will be securing things, etc... Anyone know how to disable all airbags, DM. PriusConversionFloorFPSeatback.jpg PriusConversionFloorFPSeatForward.jpg PriusConversionFrontPSReversedBolts2.jpg PriusConversionFrontPSReversed.jpg PriusConversionFrontPSReversedBolts1.jpg PriusConversionHeadrest.jpg PriusConversionTractionAirIntakeFloor.jpg PriusConversionSeatView.jpg ).
     
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    Interesting, thanks for sharing! I’d remove the “passenger” headrest while driving for better visibility. I do this in the rear seats of my unmodified V for everyday use.
     
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    I hope you don’t need to absorb panic stop loads using any of those mounting points or restraints.
     
  4. Onlooker

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    I was thinking this, but as I hope last photo shows I don't really think it blocks anything noteworthy(Still see full side view mirror etc) from at least my eye level. The headrest does however brush the ceiling felt/visor depending on slide position and seat tilt.. If I can find a scrap car, I think I'd like to try reforming a fpassenger headrest(Shorter, and neck support to simulate reclined recliner, only for use when stationary). I've also been thinking about GPS/phone mounts lately.. I wonder if replacing the visor requires anything extensive(wired for power, and wouldn't want to remove ceiling felt/otherwise); getting an old visor and installing a phone mount there tapping into vanity mirror power, could be interesting.. I was noticing (for someone with my height anyway) a ceiling mounted(or built into visor with angle adjustment) horizontal phone could work without obstructing any view percentage.

    I have been trying to keep the rear view mirror unobstructed, but some fridge/freezer units I have are 'tempting', and not strictly necessary for that mirror I guess...

    I already have a Dometic drawer fridge that is a bit awkward/large, seen in one of the pictures(not installed yet); Seems like one of those 12v cooler shaped compressor fridge/freezer combos might fit a but better; thinking access to spare tire when necessary...

    Other questions I'm pondering.. With traction battery air intake 'good', does the exhaust matter, can I remove all that foam and filler above the spare; I think it directs the airflow maybe down past the 12V battery, but cooling there won't be necessary with LifePO4 replacement hmmm..
     
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    Household hurricane clips I plan to use to secure the 'floor' from going forward, I'd like to use hinges for cleaning but that would cost a bit more and odd size/shape. Reversed seat will be unoccupied when underway( except for ~55lb dog), I think 2 of the 4 bolts should be sufficient(that's not a vehicle ender).
     
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