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    BMS_u031 - Battery fuse requires replacement soon - Some questions...?

    Hello All, Seems like several threads on this warning, but wanted to confirm some specifics and latest information: 1. My S is P100D, 2016.5, I scheduled service, but the nearest appointment available to me is over a month away! With this error, is the car actually safe to drive? Or should I...
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    DIY Model S Chrome Delete?

    Hi Guys, Got a 2016.5 Model S that I'd like a chrome delete on. The cheapest quote I've gotten on this in TX is $1100+! Call me cheap or insert any other derogatory adjective here if you like, but I wonder, have you guys used any of these pre-cut kits like Tesbros...
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    Model S - Camber arms install- Recommendations in Austin, TX area?

    Hello fellow Texans, Just pulled the trigger on a Model S. Need some recommendations on the camber arms install to be proactive with the dreaded inner tire tread wear. Looking for recommendations in the North Austin or just the Austin area. Are there any recommendations for shops/business that...
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    Expired WTB: Tesla Mobile Charging Kit [Expired]

    This thread is for the general discussion of the marketplace listing WTB: Tesla Mobile Charging Kit. Please add to the discussion here.
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    Bought a "Unicorn" P100D - Roast me or encourage me? Also have some questions...

    Hello TMC Friends, Looks like I'll be returning to the Tesla ownership after a break of 3 odd years. Made an impulse buy today on a "Unicorn" 2016.5 P100D - Please go ahead and roast me and tell me how stupid it was to buy an 8 year old car with no battery or motor warranty. OR, encourage me...
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    Please help me make an offer on a 2021 Model X LR+

    Hello All, I tried to get a sense of price ranges, but the Model X or Tesla prices, in general, seem to be all over the place! I found a local Model X LR+ that could work for my family. The seller is doing OBO, which seems like a good idea as he has posted the car for $60K. Could you guys...
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    Early Model S questions... Please help.

    Hello Guys, Couple of quick questions about the 2016.5 P100D Model S questions: 1. If the Cold Weather package is not listed on the "Additional Vehicle Information" screen, does that mean the car definitely doesn't have the package? If not, how to confirm for sure that it's not there without...
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    Some free Premium Connectivity and MCU upgrade questions

    Hello folks. Trying to fill in some gaps in my knowledge: 1. If Additional Vehicle Information screen shows "Tegra" that means MCU1, right? 2. What are the limitations of having FSD but on MCU1? 3. If MCU1 is upgraded, I assume the cost now is, $25XX+... What happens to the State of Premium...
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    Tips and Best Practices for buying from Dealers or Manheim Auctions?

    Hi Guys, I have separate thread on here as well for a specific Model S, but the more I learned, the more questions I got 😊. I seem to have the itch to get back into a Model S and am finding some interesting inventory with deals to be made with dealers and a friend with access to Manheim...
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    Good deal on a P100D?

    Hello All, Sold my previous Model S before the prices skyrocketing and car loans being so expensive so I have no idea if this is a good deal or not? Been itching to get back into one again. Can someone tell me if a 2016 P100D with 61K miles for about $58K is a good deal with FSD and Free...
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    Selling my Tesla tomorrow, please help me with a checklist?

    Hello All, Sad day upon us, but one journey needs to end, to start new ones in the future. Selling my Tesla to a private buyer tomorrow. Can someone help me here with a checklist/things to do before they drive away? So far I only have: 1. Log out of all services. 2. Delete all bluetooth...
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    Downside to SolarEdge monitoring request?

    Friends, I'm about to request SolarEdge monitoring permission from Tesla... But am concerned, are there any down sides to this? I've heard Tesla stops supporting something after this request goes through? Can someone help me understand the benefits and cons of this exercise please? Thank...
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    ENERGY USAGE and PowerBlaster Data ALL WRONG???

    Hi Friends, Please see the attached screen shots. The Usage and Grid numbers in the ENERGY USAGE screen are ridiculously out of whack! I only have Solar, no Powerwall. And our PowerBlaster was installed after our initial install and Tesla is apparently no longer doing PowerBlasters anymore...
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    PowerBlaster Installation?

    Hi Friends, Tesla advisor promised us a PowerBlaster will be installed for us. In reality they didn't. This is in Texas. Has anyone gone through this situation and eventually got it corrected? If so, can you share how? Appreciate all the help!
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    Couple of questions about the Tesla App

    Hi Friends, We just got our PTO today! We only have the Panels, no Powewall... Can you guys please answer some questions about the app for us?: 1. See screen shot... In the YouTube video I have seen the Powerflow shows power going to the grid and shows the power coming in from the panels...
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    Referrals and Powerwalls?

    Hi Friends, Anyone of you guys got a referral Powerwall awarded recently? Or rather installed? If so, can you help answer: 1. Did they give you a Red or a White one? 2. What city was the install in? 3. Do we know or do we get a choice for getting a Red or a White one? 4. How long does it...
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    Powerwall Install costs?

    Hi Friends, Has anyone done this scenario?: Have Tesla install a solar system, but have your own Powerwall whether via a referral or what have you... If so, what did it cost on top of your solar costs? Would Tesla do this? Just wondering if it's cheaper to buy a Powerwall locally and have...
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    The latest systems components y'all getting from Tesla these days?

    Hi Friends, Today we got the details of the panels and inverters Tesla will be using for our project. Can you guys share what you're getting for your: - Panels? - Inverters? - Gateway? Like model numbers and relevant specs? Thank you in advance!
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    To Powerwall or Not to Powerwall?

    Hi folks, Thinking about dipping our toes in self sustainable energy life... Or at least starting that journey. Our average monthly consumption maybe be under 1000 kWh while we are trying to sign up for a 8.16 kWh system that is expected to produce just that with estimated number at 12,220 kWh...
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    Question about Micro Inverters vs. String.. And some more?

    Hello, fellow Tesla friends, After being Model S owners and being hounded by seemingly endless sales heavy calls from the Solar companies, we've decided to pull the trigger with Tesla energy as it seems like their per Watt price of $1.49 (after incentives) really does seem to be unbeatable...
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    [FEELER/FS] RED Model S P90D+, 39K Miles, Austin, TX

    Hello fellow Texans, how are you guys? Just posted a feeler out to sell my P90D+. Please check it out and let me know if you have any questions. Humble request: Please PM/DM me for price policing or offers. Thank you! :-) [FEELER/FS] RED Model S P90D+, 39K Miles, Austin, TX
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    P90D Vampire Drain average?

    Hi Friends, Can you guys please share your average vampire drain miles in a 24 hour span for a P90D? Bonus would be your car settings and year of the car... Maybe the version of your 90 battery if possible? Thank you.
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    Is this curb rash worth $100 to fix?

    Tesla charging me $100 to repair the pictured rash they sold me the car with... Do you guys think it's fair, right price?
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    Community help needed... Can you source me some contacts?

    Dear TMC friends, Long story short, I'm asking to source some contacts from this community to aid my somewhat troubled journey with Tesla as a customer. I've hit a wall with some so-called, borderline rude, cold "lead Sales" guy that stepped in to help improve my experience, but ultimately did...
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    WTB: 12 - 16 TAPTES Center Console?

    Hi Friends, If you are thinking about parting ways with your TAPTES Model S Center Console, please PM or respond to this thread. Thank you.
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    Fighting a Service Charge...

    Hi Friends, I scheduled my due bill service appointment for a used model S I bought recently. While I waited for the appointment, I got two new problems: 1. 3G disconnects from the car until a reboot or the 2nd or 3rd drive. 2. Car may not restart, schedule service error, multiple times...
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    WTB: 12 - 16 Center Console?

    Hi Friends, Anyone looking to sell their center console insert for a 2012 - 2016 yatch floor Model S? I am preferably looking for the Carbon fiber trim... Thanks.
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    WTB: Mobile Charger Cable Management Mount

    Hi Friends, Looking to see if someone is selling their mobile charger cable management kit with hopefully a place to mount/hook the charger plug as well? Thank you.
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    Post Delivery Surveys... Do you submit them?

    Hi Friends, Just submitted my post Delivery survey. Mine was less than amazing or smooth so I wrote a really, really detailed response. I know I won't hear anything back... But in case they read, I want to make things better for everyone else. Made me think of others...: 1. Are you guys...
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    First Service Appointment, what to expect?

    Hi Friends, I just scheduled my first service appointment on my Model S. This is scheduled within the first week of ownership. Some of it is expected. I picked up the car with a due bill of damage they will fix which they didn't reveal at the time I was buying. But the other big issues...
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    Share your "win/success" stories?

    Hi Guys, Hope everyone is safe and well... Lately, those of us who bought used Teslas have often faced a great deal of difficulty, surprises or plain neglect from Tesla. They are taking away Supercharging on cars that came with them... Free Premium connectivity, people finding surprises on...
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    WTB: Tesla 14-50 Adapter?

    Hi Friends, Anyone have their NEMA 14-50 Adapter for sale? I have a UMC 2, Tesla took that adapter out :-(... Appreciate it!
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    Delivery coming up, help me get ready?

    Friends, Next weekend, I may be coming to picking up my used Model S, if Tesla holds up their word. I know there are checklists out there, but can someone help me get ready and reiterate some of the more important checks given the current situation and recent issues that may be prominent...
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    Model S Dual Chargers, what do I need to do?

    Hi Friends, It seems like my Model S comes with dual Chargers. In my garage, I seem to have the following outlet and the breaker to it looks like this in the attached pictures, 3 feet apart. Question is, as I arrange an electrician to give me a home charging solution (was thinking a SEMA...
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    WTB: Cheap no hole front license plate mount

    Hi Friends, Does anyone have a no hole, Model S (2014) license plate mount for sale? Thank you!
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    What does mean?

    Hi Friends, Googled, but cannot find a definitive answer. Tesla has put, "No Battery Performance" on the build options of my P85D that supposedly had a 90 battery in it... Can some kind soul give me a definitive answer on this? I'm afraid to ask Tesla in case they take something away from...
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    WTB: Tesla all-weather mats for Model S

    Hi Friends, If you're considering selling or are selling official Tesla all weather mats for a Model S PD, ~ 2014-2016, please contact me. Thank you.
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    Repaired Used Tesla?

    Hi guys, Sometimes on the used Tesla sites, I see cars that were repaired to Tesla standards for discounts. Can you guys share your experiences if you bought one? Was it reliable? Did it have a massive resale value drop? Etc. Appreciate everyone sharing! Thanks.
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    Making an introduction for "local" opinions, should I walk away from my purchase?

    Dear local Texas brothers and sisters, My first thread in the local forums. Someone suggested I do that to get more of a regional input. Sitting on an MVPA of a Model S... Thinking about walking away... Can you offer your inputs? Here's the thread: [!= Ludicrous Mode, MVPA generated] - Should...
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    [!= Ludicrous Mode, MVPA generated] - Should I walk away?

    Hello again friends, Some of you guys know my journey here for the last week or so, as I try to get my first Tesla. Everything is ready to go, MVPA is generated, gotta send in some payments and I will be picking up my car in weeks or so... Texas is difficult. But before I pull the final...
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    Ordered a Tesla!!! Need your advice on moving forward OR NOT?

    Hi Friends, Some of you might have seen my posts lately, learning and contemplating decisions. But my patience didn't last too long and I ended up ordering a pre-owned Tesla last night!! I have to start talking delivery in an hour or two, but I really need some advice. Here are my options: 1...
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    Non Tesla extended warranty stories and experiences?

    Hi Friends, Simple question. Though this demographic may be in extreme minority, but has anyone purchased non Tesla warranty on their coverage? If so, can you share your provider, costs (if you don't mind), and experiences of customer service, successful/unsuccessful claims? So far, it...
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    Trying to buy my first Tesla, need advice.

    Dear Friends, First off, I hope everyone is staying safe and healthy out there! You probably get a thread like this every week, or maybe not. But I'm a long time lurker, learner, but first time poster. I'm based out of Texas and the scratch to buy a Model S is now reaching ultimate levels...