Recent content by Danny Troy

Disregard, I was able to fix it without removing the applique.

I was able to pinpoint the location of the leak. By lowering the headliner a bit I can see the exact spot of the leak. If you go directly upward from the #14 in the diagram you can see where the frame bolts to the roof. I believe it's that joint leaking. Anyway, I was able to use a liquid...

I have a leak, pinpointed to the area below the front roof applique. If I can get the applique off I'll caulk it and re-install the applique. Problem is, I can't get the applique off. I believe it's glued down. Any way to remove it without destroying it!

I have a 2014 MS with a leak in the front left panoramic roof. I removed some of the headliner and pinpointed the leak to the area under the front applique, which is the part just above the windshield. If I can get the applique off I will be able to caulk the leaking area. Problem is, I can't...

Did some Googling.... In case anyone is wondering what the copper tubes in the photo are used for, it's to hold the cable that actuates the opening/closing of the roof. The motors are located below the dash.

Thanks for that info, that is what I suspected. So water can get past the seal and just drain out through either drain. I was thinking water in the rear roof area would just flow down into the channel under the rear hatch cover, and flow onto the rear bumper area. I wasn't sure there was a...

Great photos. I see you clamped the drain hose. Mine was press fit and when I opened the headliner partially I saw it was disconnected. I glued it back on, but couldn't get me hand in there to add a clamp. Not enough room without completely taking down the headliner. Any idea what the...

Yes, I'd love to get that applique off to see what going on under it. I'll let my caulking dry before doing any further investigation, since I can't test it with water till it hardens. Unfortunately I only had the slow curing stuff on hand..

Yes, flex seal would do too. I wound up using black 3M 5200. Probably as good as anything else. Amazing stuff and used in marine settings, above and below the waterline. Anyway, does anyone have any idea what those straps are used for? I pressed too hard on the one on the passenger side...

I'll do that. I think I have a tube in my shop.

Yes, the drain tube is clear. I see the electrical tape on both sides, and it sure doesn't look like it could keep water out. Do you suggest removing the tape and using caulk to seal it?

I have a 2014 MS with a panoramic roof. The problem is that I have a leak over the driver's seat. I pulled down enough headliner to see that the drain tube (which wasn't clogged) had come off the drain fitting. I re-installed it and although the roof leak is better, it's still there. I can...

I checked the parts catalog and was unable to find the rear left door hinge. I wound up contacting service and for 195.00 plus tax they are putting in a new hinge, and painting it to match body color. Seems like a fair price to me, and I'll save the hassle of painting and installing.

I'm having a heck of a time locating a rear left upper door hinge for my 2014 MS. I'm out of warranty and want to do the repair myself. I've located several lower door hinges, but not upper. I believe Tesla will paint to match the color, if they do it, bringing up the repair cost. Any ideas?

I just had a nightmare at a carwash a few days ago. I was low on battery and while in tow mode I get a low battery warning and it goes out of tow mode and into Park. The car behind me was right on my back bumper. I could have sworn he was hitting my bumper, but checking later I didn't see any...