Joe_G

Whoa Ursoboostd...I love that LMB, matches the Vette'. Wish I could have found one of those.

Let me know if you need a lead on the fog lights to replace those crappy filler panels. I have some Hid fogs that I got as a kit. Not as bright as the Vette hid fogs but better than those shoddy filler panels.

And 3/4 electrical box close outs make great center caps if you decide to ditch the stock hub caps.

Joe_G

And PS I'm getting over 50 mpg even with the drag strip runs.

Here are some tips on how to get great mileage.

I've been very impressed with the technology in this thing. I rode in a Prius taxi last week, it had 274,000 miles on it and still showing 48 mpg. Kind of nuts.

Ursoboostd

Thanks Joe! The blue was obviously my 1st choice and I got lucky. Didn't quit get the deal you got though. Has all the options I wanted. Nav, heated leather, smart key and solar roof. Toyota pre certified with 44k, I paid $22k.

I would love to check out the lead on the fogs and caps.

I actually had some questions that the video you posted answered. Thanks a ton!

Joe_G

You got a deal. The solar sunroof option is super rare at $1500 factory so nobody buys it. They are like hen's teeth but cool. I'd have gladly paid a little more for Blue.

Search eBay for the following.

43k HID 4300k XENON 2010-2011 Prius FOG LIGHTS KIT+SWITCH

$129. You will note that Prius parts are super cheap compared to Vette parts. The switch is from a Yaros, factory, fits perfectly and works great. If you get serious about the install I'll send you a link to detailed wiring instructions. Easy to do.

The front bumper cover comes off with a couple of 10 mm bolts and some push pins. Super easy.

Ursoboostd

I just found this on prius chat. Are these the same?
https://shop.priuschat.com/product_i...l255lsurggnuf4

Joe_G

My buddy just sent me this link. Might be my next whip.

Joe_G

Those are not HID Xenon bulbs. Xenon bulbs, like the D2S bulbs in the Vette, are 100x better than halogen IMHO. The Prius uses smaller H10 bulbs for headlights and fogs so they are not as good as the high quality d2S in the Vette but Xenon is still much better than halogen.

Be sure and get 4300k bulbs. It's the closest to daylight and best for headlights. 6000k is whiter but not as bright on the road and dazzling to other drivers. 8000k is purple and terrible for headlights. Plus you look like a ricer.

truckplay

you should have planted a tree and called it even.

Joe_G

I'm not hugging any trees. Economic forces drive most of my decisions. I do like to help the environment if I can but nobody with a cammed Vette can really claim to have any "green" in them given the way that car spews HC.

It was a pretty easy decision. On rainy days, like today, when I don't like to drive the convertible Vette, given current gas prices, I could spend $28.02 to drive to work in my 4x4 (including express lane tolls) or $4.68 in my Prius.

It adds up fast.

And the Prius has a lot better stereo and bluetooth phone.

Devilish34

and Jeremy says you should of bought a Golf diesel lmao
http://www.ebaumsworld.com/video/watch/641159/

Joe_G

Naa. Oil burner runs all the the time

This is where the Prius shines. Engine hasn't run for miles now.

truckplay

i am just busting your chops. I have S/C Suburban that exists to drag the boat 1 mile each way to the lake. It used to be my DD. I can't imagine filling up 46 gallons at $4 and getting 5-8 mpg ----- ouch

Joe_G

Yea when I bought my truck in 97 I have a picture of it at the gas station next to the $.79 per gallon sign. Back then a fillip was $20. I knew it wasn't going to last so I took a picture.

Craigster05

And after spending some time with my buddy last week, I can confirm that not only does it save money, but has a kick a$$ sound system...

Joe_G

Was great to see you pal.

Yes, it turns out that I have now given several people a tour of both the Prius and its great sound system and my Vette by playing this video on my iPhone.....the subwoofers in the Prius make it sound eerily like you're actually in the Vette....I'm not making this up, it's wild how close it sounds.



Only thing missing is the sense of acceleration.

theofel

Joe...We are all starting to worry about you...

RapidRick

Yes indeed, I've also seen firsthand that little electronics buggy marvel of Joe_G. It is entertainment on wheels "Spark Daddy".

Btw, Great meeting you Craig when you stopped by with Joe last Sat. night. Thoroughly enjoyable. See you gents soon

Craigster05

The pleasure was all mine Rick. Hopefully, I'll see you next week while Im down for Barret Jackson.

Joe_G

Rick is THE MAN when it comes to Barrett Jackson.

He and I were there, and I thought he was going to get arrested for fondling the big blocks...looking for the tell tale casting bumps to see if that was a real 396/375 or a lowly 402 with a set of stickers.

He is a font of knowledge on old school muscle. Kinda scary the details he can recite from memory.

Ursoboostd

Good god now I'm modding my Prius.....
I just bought this push button shifter to replace the goofy joy stick.
http://stage-10-online.myshopify.com/products/ess