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196 messages, Last post on Apr 10, 2009 at 9:39 PM
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Replying to: mrpat (Jun 08, 2007 4:31 pm)
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Everyone has to make up their own mind, but here is my take: If I owned a hybrid I would only allow electrical modifications to be done by the dealer. The electrical system is integral to the HSD; If you have problems with the computer / HSD / battery charging, etc., Toyota could claim that any non-dealer-installed electrical items caused damage. And they might be correct...  Hybrids are computer controlled, multi-power-source vehicles that run as a combined system; the electrical systems are carefully set up and matched by computer code. This is not your father's 1955 Chevy, and you cannot modify it extensively. Unless you want to, of course; it's a free country. But be prepared for possible problems during warranty claims. |
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Replying to: plknj (Jun 08, 2007 6:39 pm)
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Replying to: mrpat (Jun 16, 2007 1:04 pm)
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Replying to: plknj (Jun 18, 2007 4:08 am) |
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Was just at my dealer and specifically asked how my xenon headlights would void the warranty? The answer was that if some electrical problem occurred in the area where the wiring has been changed that most likely it would not be covered by my warranty. I was also told a story how a Toyota mechanic saved $100 on an alarm system at Circuit City and then had a mechanical problem related to the installation of the alarm which ended up costing him $2,000! They also said that since my headlights have been installed for months I probably have nothing to worry about and that most legitimate after market installers will usually stand by the work they do. Which confirms the stevedebi post about warranty's |
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Replying to: pf_flyer (Jul 18, 2006 11:58 am) Do you know who sells the best? Is it Superiordash.com or autoanything.com or toyotapartsforless.com? Anyone have an experience with their products or the installation (I assume professional installation is best- do you know anyone in the LA area?) It seems like one can over do it with the trim kits, and that using only some of the appliques looks more elegant. Does anyone have photos or personal experience with this? Any thoughts on the best woodgrain color for the gray leather interior? Other accessories I'm considering include: Floor mats - is there a middle ground between the heavy duty all weather mats and the clear plastic ones? I'm looking for something unobtrusive that would also catch spills. Rear bumper applique - do you think this is necessary. I saw there already is a protected area by the the lip of the trunk? Sport shift knob?? - anyone have experience with this accessory? Does it only come in black? Thanks
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Replying to: drshrinkwrap (Jun 30, 2007 10:30 am) As for floor mats.. try the berber... they have held up well in two of my cars. |
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