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  1. 3rdcoast

    So I have had my Tesla Y for 4 Days ...

    Towing Mode is definitely what you want when using your bike rack. It will get rid of all the extra beeping. It will also disable some autopilot functions, but that is reasonable when your sensors are blocked. Set your locks to Unlock on Park (unless you tend to park in unsafe areas). Then...
  2. 3rdcoast

    Y vs X

    I have also owned both cars. I just traded in my 2016 P90D MX (20" wheels) for a new MY LR w/ 19" wheels. I agree that the ride is much smoother and more luxurious in the X. I actually prefer the stiffer, sportier handling in the Y for my daily driving. For long trips with passengers, the X was...
  3. 3rdcoast

    Using Thule Bike Carrier

    Use Trailer Mode for this. It will turn off the chimes and warnings from the rear sensors. I haven’t tried it yet in my Y, but it worked great in my X with my hitch-mounted bike rack.
  4. 3rdcoast

    7 Seater Pics and Details

    Another vote for MX 7- seater if you plan to use these much at all and can possibly afford it. I have 7-seat MX and find the 3rd row barely acceptable for small-medium sized children. Adults get pretty claustrophobic back there. If the MY seats are even tighter I would not find them very useful...
  5. 3rdcoast

    Refusing Delivery What are my options?

    We do this today and he tells me I can no longer refuse delivery since I've already signed for the car and that Tesla no longer has it's 7 day return policy as that changed 3 days after I ordered on Oct.15th! If they really did change the return policy after you ordered, you may have a claim...
  6. 3rdcoast

    “Smart” rfid ring as key fob?

    This is less like the FOB and more like the Keycard. You will have to hold at against the sensor on the door pillar to unlock. And, I assume, to drive the car you will have to place the ring on the center console in the Keycard spot, which sounds inconvenient, and it will probably slide off. So...
  7. 3rdcoast

    Sudden Accleration

    I agree that pressing the wrong pedal, or forgetting to move the foot over to the rarely used brake pedal is the most likely answer (I’ve done this before, myself). However, any vehicle with driver-assist and accident prevention technology has the ability to take over control of the car...
  8. 3rdcoast

    Audi Q4 e-tron VS Model Y

    I was just researching the e-tron today, too. I happened to find its online forum site. Owners have plenty of complaints and issues, though lots of praise, too. I noticed several mentioned that their problems could not be fixed by their local dealerships due to lack of knowledge or permission...
  9. 3rdcoast

    frunk versus $#!?%

    Just wanted to point out a small irony from the beginning of this thread. If there is a legitimate problem with parts being stolen for sale on the “black market,” we should be very careful about buying used replacement parts online. Unless you are sure the parts are coming from a salvaged...
  10. 3rdcoast

    Crunch! Falcon Wing Doors fail to sense obstacle

    Thanks for discussing this feature. I have not found it to work consistently the way I expect it to, either. I am wondering if anyone has been able to reset the trunk opening height based on location. This feature is mentioned in the version update description, along with the FWDs, but I...
  11. 3rdcoast

    First Model X with 8.0

    Thanks, all, for the advice on dragging the apps to the desired location on the screen. That, does help a bit. It still does require extra effort and significantly more attention paid to the screen while driving. I can't believe I am the only one who likes to always have a specific app in one...
  12. 3rdcoast

    First Model X with 8.0

    The above is my only major gripe, so far, with the update. I used this feature everyday. It was my favorite shortcut. PLEASE do bring this back, Tesla! My other issue is that I always keep the rear view camera open in the lower half of the screen. Previously, I could switch apps, as needed...
  13. 3rdcoast

    Horrible Horrible and Terrible Day!

    ModelXBoy, I notice that your driver-side door is misaligned with the FWD when closed. I just took delivery of my MX Sig, and the driver door was similarly misaligned. The SC tried to fix it by adjusting the strike plate of the latch on the door frame, and improved it, but did not completely...