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  1. JADCa
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    Tires sizing for 3P+

    Looks like you found the MotorTrend article about using 245's. I ended up replacing the rears with 245 as planned, leaving the fronts at 235...
    Post by: JADCa, May 16, 2019 in forum: Model 3: Driving Dynamics
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    Supercharger - San Diego, CA - Del Mar Heights Road (LIVE 17 May 2019, 18 urban stalls)

    The chargers are on the 3rd floor and look close to ready as far as I can tell from the street, but I couldn't get in to really see. First...
    Post by: JADCa, Mar 14, 2019 in forum: California Supercharger locations
  3. JADCa
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    Tires sizing for 3P+

    Tesla used 245/35/20 Cup 2 tires. The 255/35 is too tall, the 255/30 is close, but slightly smaller diameter, usable, but not good for looks. 255...
    Post by: JADCa, Dec 6, 2018 in forum: Model 3: Driving Dynamics
  4. JADCa
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    How does one turn on the bright lights - permantly?

    Turn off auto-highbeams and you can control it manually.
    Post by: JADCa, Dec 6, 2018 in forum: Model 3
  5. JADCa
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    Tires sizing for 3P+

    Stretching the tire to extremes is bad, but none of these sizes I am considering do that. Going with a wider rim gives you a bit more tire on the...
    Post by: JADCa, Dec 6, 2018 in forum: Model 3: Driving Dynamics
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    Model 3 Dash Swap!

    My neighbor traded his white dash for the wood on his white/white car and I must admit it is a nice zen look. Would not work as well with my...
    Post by: JADCa, Dec 5, 2018 in forum: Model 3
  7. JADCa
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    When and how to get the $5000 refund?

    Google just lowered the price of my one month old Pixel 3XL, where do I apply for the refund on that!
    Post by: JADCa, Dec 5, 2018 in forum: Model 3
  8. JADCa
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    Tires sizing for 3P+

    I had a hard time balancing right at the limit with track mode. Going 90% was fast and stable, but getting exactly on the edge seemed to put the...
    Post by: JADCa, Dec 4, 2018 in forum: Model 3: Driving Dynamics
  9. JADCa
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    Tires sizing for 3P+

    Thanks for the link. Good info, but more about new rims and non-P+ I found the 4S got very slippery for me about 45 hot and seemed to keep...
    Post by: JADCa, Dec 4, 2018 in forum: Model 3: Driving Dynamics
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    Tires sizing for 3P+

    After a few very fun track days, my front tires have chunked and need replacing. I think I have decided to just replace the front tires by moving...
    Thread by: JADCa, Dec 4, 2018, 36 replies, in forum: Model 3: Driving Dynamics
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    Is my 2014 Model S85 Performance or Not?

    Autotrader forces you to choose signature or performance for trim level of all model S they list. Both are wrong, so you just have to pick one,...
    Post by: JADCa, Oct 1, 2018 in forum: Model S
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    Track Mode

    Tesla said this traction control is the first they developed, so they are not relying on a supplier.
    Post by: JADCa, Jul 22, 2018 in forum: Model 3
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    Track Mode

    That totally depends how good the driver is and how good the track mode is. 90% of drivers are better with full stability control on. Every year...
    Post by: JADCa, Jul 22, 2018 in forum: Model 3
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    Track Mode

    Track mode is far different from traction control off. A good track mode allows you to adjust slip angles while still getting help from the...
    Post by: JADCa, Jul 21, 2018 in forum: Model 3
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    CONFIRMED - Track Mode on P3D!

    Hopefully it arrives soon, as it appears that track mode doesn't exist on the public P3 yet.
    Post by: JADCa, Jul 21, 2018 in forum: Model 3
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    Any Porsche defectors?

    A lot of people say they will keep their beloved ice, a year or two later, they wipe the dust off and sell it.
    Post by: JADCa, Jul 18, 2018 in forum: Model 3
  17. JADCa
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    Poll: How often should autopilot alert us to hold the wheel?

    Hold the wheel correctly and it never nags at all. Hard to be less frequent than that.
    Post by: JADCa, Jul 18, 2018 in forum: Model 3
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    Blog EPA Releases Rating for Tesla Model 3 Dual Motor and Performance Cars

    I remember reading a ton of complaints on the S forum that the car can't get the advertised 265 miles rated range. How dare Tesla lie that it is...
    Post by: JADCa, Jul 18, 2018 in forum: Model 3
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    Any Porsche defectors?

    Long time Porsche driver, sold my 997 Carrera S to get the P3 after having virtually never driving the Porsche after buying my Model S. The Tesla...
    Post by: JADCa, Jul 18, 2018 in forum: Model 3
  20. JADCa
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    Windows Down? or Air Conditioner? Whats more efficient?

    Above about 30 it's definitely windows up. Tesla electric air conditioning is very efficient.
    Post by: JADCa, Jul 17, 2018 in forum: Model 3
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    New AWD Motor Info from fueleconomy.gov

    Ok, I am confused. The chart shows the rwd version uses 26 kWh/100 miles, which means about an 80 kw pack. Seems close, but the AWD uses 29...
    Post by: JADCa, Jul 16, 2018 in forum: Model 3
  22. JADCa
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    Performance Model 3s have arrived at Stores

    Cars are shipped with blocks in springs to reduce bouncing, probably haven't been removed yet.
    Post by: JADCa, Jul 15, 2018 in forum: Model 3
  23. JADCa
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    275/30/20 Front tires on Model 3 Performance??

    The reason for stagger is to correct for poor balance. Hopefully the square setup means it was not needed for optimal handling.
    Post by: JADCa, Jul 14, 2018 in forum: Model 3
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    275/30/20 Front tires on Model 3 Performance??

    AWD, lower cg, better acceleration are a few ways the Tesla could beat the m3 BMW. Too early to know.
    Post by: JADCa, Jul 14, 2018 in forum: Model 3
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    How long do updates typically take to make it out to the full Model 3 base?

    Why teslafi over ev-fw? I don't like having to create an account on teslafi to see the data.
    Post by: JADCa, Jul 14, 2018 in forum: Model 3
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    Does the Performance Model 3 not come with Performance Brakes?

    Porsche 914. You needed to upgrade the master cylinder to get enough pressure to lock the wheels so you could upgrade to 911 brakes and actually...
    Post by: JADCa, Jul 10, 2018 in forum: Model 3
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    So how important are those performance brakes?

    Big brakes do not improved stopping distance, tires do. Big brakes are actually heavier and slower but pay off big in cooling on a race track. If...
    Post by: JADCa, Jul 7, 2018 in forum: Model 3: Driving Dynamics
  28. JADCa
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    Does/will the Model 3 have a heated steering wheel?

    One big difference is you can simply pre heat the car from the app.
    Post by: JADCa, Jun 29, 2018 in forum: Model 3
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    Performance Package on Performance Model

    You are both a credit to mankind, thank you both;)
    Post by: JADCa, Jun 29, 2018 in forum: Model 3
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    Model 3: US deliveries suspended til Q4?

    Going to be a good trick to sell no cars in Q3 yet be profitable as Musk promised. I HOPE they can wait until July for 200,000th in the US. This...
    Post by: JADCa, Jun 29, 2018 in forum: Model 3
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    Performance Package on Performance Model

    At least I didn't try to take credit ;)
    Post by: JADCa, Jun 29, 2018 in forum: Model 3
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    Performance Package on Performance Model

    A member at the Tesla Forum made this great gif showing the brake changes: Animated GIF - Find & Share on GIPHY
    Post by: JADCa, Jun 29, 2018 in forum: Model 3
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    Let's discuss Dual Motor range

    It could be the 310 is the actual range of the P3D with 20"s and Tesla just wants all LR to have the same EPA range and will find a way to tweak...
    Post by: JADCa, Jun 28, 2018 in forum: Model 3
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    Performance Package on Performance Model

    if you look at the pictures with the 18s ordered you see black calipers if you order the 20 inch package you see much larger red calipers
    Post by: JADCa, Jun 28, 2018 in forum: Model 3
  35. JADCa
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    When doing auto park, will it stop if ppl walk by or car goes by?

    Yes it should but you should intervene just in case. Never assume things will work in life threatening situations.
    Post by: JADCa, Jun 3, 2018 in forum: Model 3
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    Performance front brake pads

    I think brake cooling is needed more than anything. Air flow will hurt drag but help the brakes immensely.
    Post by: JADCa, May 19, 2018 in forum: Model 3
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    Model 3 Track Day: Laguna Seca

    A 72 BMW isn't a fair comparison as it has no HP, no weight and no abs, so the brakes are hardly needed. Don't get me wrong, it is a fun track...
    Post by: JADCa, Mar 7, 2018 in forum: Model 3
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    Model 3 Track Day: Laguna Seca

    I have a decent amount of track time at Laguna both teaching and driving. The car seriously needs big brake coolers, new pads and better fluids...
    Post by: JADCa, Mar 7, 2018 in forum: Model 3
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    Model 3 Track Day: Laguna Seca

    Good write up. I would also look into brake cooling. The 3 is designed to be very aero, so things like brake coolers which wouldn't be needed for...
    Post by: JADCa, Mar 5, 2018 in forum: Model 3
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