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Old 02-04-2014, 09:37 AM   #8 (permalink)
Daox
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I run a full grill block on my 2004 Prius in the winter. Nothing is going to overheat. I take out one pipe insulation strip if I have a long highway trip. I also take out one or two in summer. That is plenty of cooling. I agree, a warm engine is key for good fuel economy in the Prius.
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