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    In-development: Inexpensive Custom BMS for Tesla Battery Modules

    That's not trying to undermine in anyway. It's a re-hash of the old quote, 'The best time to plant a tree was 10 years ago, the second best time is now'.
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    In-development: Inexpensive Custom BMS for Tesla Battery Modules

    OK, can't do much about the global supply chain in my current role as non-King of The World 😕 Yes, I get that its safety critical and has to be 100%. I'm a Professional (Mechanical by background) Engineer and understand the difference between a prototype and a finished product. The best thing I...
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    In-development: Inexpensive Custom BMS for Tesla Battery Modules

    Hi, I have just discovered this thread. Great info. I've been messing around in this field for a while but nothing like as well as you guys @TheBlackKnight, @wk057 , @L-P-G and @BobbyMartin . It's been over a year now. Do you have any more info to share? Do any of you have any interest in a...
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    Where do the written off Teslas go in Aus?

    This may be a good place to publicise my need. I'm looking for a charge port, charge door and RL light with charging indicator all from an older spec Model S: WTB Model S EU/AU Spec Charge Port inc Door & RL Light, Magnetic Type Cheers :) Also: I totally disagree, bagging someone or thing...
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    WTB Model S EU/AU Spec Charge Port inc Door & RL Light, Magnetic Type

    I'm doing a JP/US to EU Spec conversion on 2014 Model S. I have made it work with a newer-type of charge port but it does not fit the panelwork of the car. The mounting holes and bracketry are slightly different. I need: Charge Port inc Door, Magnetic type. RL light cluster inc charge indicator...
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    Parted Out AU RHD S75 Battery & Motor Sold

    I've broken down a crashed "Steel Grey" S75. Australian spec RHD. Battery & Motor is sold as is a lot of bodywork. Main parts available include: Touch screen MCU Not incuding Tegra computer 1045006-04-B DC DC 400-12v 1028665-00-E Steering rack RHD 1060806-00 C AC pump 1063369-00-E...
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    Where do the written off Teslas go in Aus?

    I hope you've got your popcorn ready. OK, sorry buddy. I've been through this. You don't get updates and you don't get Supercharging. Until I shouted and screamed at them here in AU/NZ you didn't even get CHADEMO. Here's my gripes: Supercharging promised but not delivered And here's my...
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    Where do the written off Teslas go in Aus?

    I am about to start on a flooded car I got from Australia. Regardless of the visible damage, ALL of the airbags, seatbelts, SRS controllers and major controls need replacing with brand-new before it can be registered in NZ. I am far from convinced that this will be worthwhile (or even possible...
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    Renting an EV in NZ: what is a “T2” charging cable?

    Of course, renting a Tesla saves you accomodation fees:
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    Renting an EV in NZ: what is a “T2” charging cable?

    It looks like your initial question's been well-answered. Thanks for sharing the details of your rental. Out of interest, what would you have been willing to pay for a Model S rental?
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    Tesla UMC 40 Amp for North American Spec. Cars

    Looks like I'm on the high side so: Price Drop $350 :)
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    Tesla UMC 40 Amp for North American Spec. Cars

    US$450 including shipping to Continental US / Canada This is a generation one UMC, second revision (which has the reset button on the back and fixed some issues with older G1 UMCs). This unit is not available from Tesla any more.The UMC Tesla sells now is limited to 32 Amp. It comes with one...