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The "CAN" is not actually a charger. It's an adapter that allows you to use more powerful chargers such as Tesla's wall charger and mobile charging cables. If you get the CAN EU which is the version used primarily in HK you will also be able to use common Type 2 chargers that can go as high as...

Were you visiting the emissions testing mode thread?:)

I don't think there would be any problem with that idea.

I have a relative whose car arrived with both enabled (she didn't order them). The irony is she never uses either feature.

CAC is important but the version number is also important. People on this forum like owning all three versions but the higher the version, generally the more money it commands. In 2010 they made versions 2.0 and 2.5. Sport versions also usually bring more money.

I've managed to make a few, but it's quite labor intensive. Not sure how many I'll be able to make. I sold one pair and might have some more in a couple of weeks. I'll add your name to the list (and anybody else) and let you know if/when they're ready. Don't hold your breath. I'm also working on...

There's more to it than that. The discharge curve is very different so the capacity measurements won't work. The Model 3 cells also discharge to a much lower voltage in order to get their full ah capacity. I also doubt you could fit 11 sheets of longer cells. I don't want to discourage...

I find that using the A/C on a hot day has very little impact on range. I think the reason is because when the air is warm enough to need A/C then the losses are offset by significantly less wind resistance. YMMV.

I've taken apart a few of those. The SMC cable is only 12 AWG so if you are trying to install a larger cable it's a bit tricky. Simply drilling out the contacts where the wire is crimped in and re-crimping a larger wire is not considered safe. Neither is soldering. Your best bet is to replace...

Actually it was the Prius that caused that accident. It's funny when that accident happened my sister had a black VW Touareg just like that one, and I had a red Roadster. I sent her that picture and said "Watch your temper!"

Indeed that's why a lot of people are buying 19 and 20" wheels from sources other than Tesla.

They were FedEx ground boxes about 25in square. Already sent them to recycling. I still have the labels (pdf copy) and they indicate 95 lbs each from Peoria, AZ to Thetford, VT.

all 4.

I bought the same package from a different seller about a week ago. From Phoenix to VT it was $230 by FedEx ground using my account with FedEx. I emailed the labels to the seller who packaged them up 2 tires & wheels to a box. Each box weighed 96 pounds.

I hope you're kidding. The Model Y looks more modern, technically advanced than that thing.

I know of at least 2 CPO cars that were shipped to Dedham to be prepped before being delivered to VT. No sales tax was paid to MA. Unless Tesla's policy has recently changed, which I doubt, then they will deliver to you in NH with no MA sales or use tax.

It was installed this morning when I got the latest firmware update. Yessss...

Purchased AP for 2k on March 7. Still not enabled 5 days later.

I took delivery of my 3 AWD in September '18 without EAP. Tesla's blog and this thread would suggest I can purchase it now for $2,000. But it still shows up as a $4,000 option on Tesla's web site. How do you get it for $2,000?

I just sent you a PM.

I dialed out the understeer reasonably well with the adjustable suspension. I'm not sure what your options are with a 1.5.

Good idea but unfortunately lots of people have tried it without success. Lubricants, whether dry silicone or otherwise, usually only work for a short time to quiet the hard top. I'm not sure why. I've found that new foam pads over the roll bar once a year and Teflon tape along the strip that...

We live where it snows a lot. The frozen door handles and windows on our 3D have been a little annoying a couple times. The fantastic traction control makes up for it. It's way better than ANY ice vehicle - beats AWD Subaru, Audi. The lack of battery heater is a bit disappointing. We almost...

The OEM horn on my car is quite loud. You want to be louder?

One of these days I'm gonna start a thread called Roadsters in Snow. With pics.

Yes you can use the same logic for future Model 3 demand after the Y is available, but we're talking about S demand. Model S demand didn't level off until the Model 3 started shipping. I'm pretty sure you see my point. I'm just not sure if you agree with it.

I don't think it would be stuck at 50k if there were no Model 3. A lot of people purchased Ss but would have preferred a smaller, more affordable car. I'm impressed that Model S and X sales are even maintaining 100k with Model 3 available. If Tesla can achieve the same margins with Model 3 that...

I think the CF back is exposed on all versions.

Wow I like those black hats.:cool:

What version is your Roadster? The 2.5 has a much stronger HVAC system, both heating and cooling. I've taken a lot of drives at -20F and felt comfortably warm. You have to be sure to engage the recirc button which recycles 80% of the air from the cabin. My feet used to get cold until I insulated...

No. If you have a power socket wrench and you don't count the time getting your tools ready then maybe you can do it in 10 minutes, but I doubt it. That also assumes it's warm enough that you don't have to warm up the rubber plugs with a hair dryer (that alone takes 10 minutes) and you don't...

Acceleration is affected by temperature of the battery in addition to insufficient traction. Traction is also affected by temperature and the type of tires you have.

One of the salesmen I worked with when I bought my Roadster was 6'5" and he fit in my 2.5. Most of his height was in his legs

You will be fine for 3 or even 10 or more weeks. I lose about 1 - 1.5 miles per day.

Crappy video tells you almost nothing about the battery.

Nice going @bolosky! And good work getting the pic right at 150k exactly! The guy in Germany - Hansjörg von Gemming (sp?) is on his third battery and last I heard he had over 200k miles.

My nearest service center (Watertown, MA) had no problem with them for 2 annual services. They checked and reported the condition of my [non-OEM] pads. It depends on how grumpy the service center wants to be. Or maybe they didn't notice they were aftermarket.

I wonder if he's the same Javier who ran the Watertown, MA service center for a while.

Nice job!

My Roadster has been my daily driver for almost 8 years and 60k+ miles. Since the warranty expired I've had only one minor problem and parts were easy to get. YMMV but I wouldn't hesitate to do it again if I had the chance. I expect to get more than 10 years out of this car.

The article describers a pretty typical delivery experience, similar to ours, and surprisingly bad. It amazes me that Tesla can make such fabulous cars and then screw up so bad on things like delivery logistics. The only point I disagree with the author is he states it's not Musk's passion to...

My guess is that they will make a 56kWh version and a larger version. Using the Model S and X cells would only provide about 56kWh, and they wouldn't fit either. In order to utilize the higher energy density of those cells Tesla is using a wider voltage range, as low as 2.75v. The Roadster can't...

The BRA specifically states that you get a 56kWh battery. The R80 was almost 80kWh. That was the justification for charging $6k. If they're not charging extra for the BRA then probably the so-called 3.5 pack is only 56kWh.

Does the space suit come with the car?

I'm building the molds anyway, regardless of how many people want them because I want a set for my own Roadster. The only thing I need now is more time to work on it... I'm not going to have brushed aluminum scuff plates but I will look into paint protection film which I think is a better solution.

Sometimes when the air conditioner compressor comes on it makes a noticeable thump that you can feel in the car. Even if you didn't have the AC on in the car the compressor might have started to cool the battery if you were on a long enough trip.

I've actually already started making molds for the door sills. I also have molds for the tail lights but they are a LOT harder. It's not my day job so it will take me a while.

Hi Barbara, I responded to your email. Not sure why you didn't get it... I just sent you a PM, and will send an email as well. Sorry for the troubles.

The definitive word on the subject^^^^

You could do that. Not a bad idea, or you could get a grease needle. You don't even have to poke a hole in the rubber boot with the needle. You can slip it under the boot seal on the threaded shaft of the new tie rod end.