Recent content by hinckley

Camera-Cruiser, I loved your post. You exactly hit upon my reason for sitting on my hands, waiting until the "vexing" issues will be few enough to be overwhelmed by the excitement of the Model S. And that may be now, I know. So to my question . . . other than the nav issues (which I can live...

I, and most people in my world, have huge respect for Musk. We consider him to be a Steve Jobs-like CEO, building a movement or a revolution rather than building a company. That's a rare event and the normal rules don't always apply. But Jobs and Apple had some pretty rocky years as well, and...

First, I'd like to think that we can all express respectful opinions on this board without others trying to muzzle our thoughts. We should be able to disagree without without being subject to Trump-like derision. I too have fallen in love with the Model S. I've been driving BMWs for 30 years...

I've test-driven the MS three times now. I always knew I'd love the car, but I never realized how much I'd be blown away by it. I did the first test drive on a bit of a lark passing by a dealership on a Friday afternoon (I returned Saturday and Monday). But I always intended to get a new car...

The more I'm on this site, the more I want the car NOW. But I don't really need the car until November (in time for next winter's snow), so I'll wait till August or September to order. I think that's good advice. I know I won't use Autopilot. Unless something new comes out, I'm pretty sure...

Guys, I love the knowledge and enthusiasm of this thread. Thanks so much. I admit that my heart wants the "P", but $20k is a big number (and $30k for the L is, well, ludicrous). I passed on ordering Porsche's X51 power package which costs $13k and provides about 7.5% more hp. My guess is...

Aaaaargh!!!! I know, I know!!

Loving this info. Snort, would a dual charger be helpful with 6.6KW J1772 charging stations or are they generally less than 40 amps?

Thanks, I just learned that this morning. Do you take your MS from LI to Sunday River?

I've taken an 85D for a full day, but did not drive a normal "ski" route. From another post, I found the EV Planner site and being conservative (big wheels, very cold temps, driving fast), I'd need an enroute charge. But thanks to the New England forum, I've also found one or two chargers that...

I'm trying to learn this stuff . . . a "high speed charger" is one of 40 amps or more, right? Is that a "Level 3" charger? Also, a dual charger would significantly decrease the time needed to charge at a supercharger, right? I know that these are all rookie questions, so thanks for the patients.

Wow, great feedback guys. I'm considering T Sportline's new 20" turbine-style wheel (TST Pre-order - Tesla Aftermarket Wheel 20x9.0 20x10.0) for winter use. I'm hoping that they will be a good compromise. Does pre-heating solve or mitigate this issue? Yes, thanks. I'm thinking that I'll...

First a quick introduction . . . I'm an older guy who loves performance cars. I've owned everything from BMW M5s to Porsche 911s (a 911 GTS is still my primary summer drive), and I've fallen in love with the Model S - not because it's an electric/green car, but because it's a phenomenal...

There's a big difference between radar and laser, and between detectors and "jammers". Radar detectors are illegal only in VA and DC. There is no such thing as a radar jammer. Laser detectors are illegal only in VA and DC. Laser "jammers" (just a common name, but not what they actually do)...

They absolutely work, but they're not fail-safe. Like anything, you've got to be prudent. And yes, some LEOs may not like seeing a radar detector, but they're not illegal (other than VA). But the nice thing about integrated systems like the 9500ci and STiR Plus is that - if installed well -...