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  1. SanDiegoM3

    Going solar is the best thing I did after Model 3

    I live in San Diego and we have the most ridiculous electricity/gas prices in the nation. Before solar I spent my home life thinking about power by not running or delaying the dishwasher, laundry, AC, etc. Power bills could easily be in the 3-400s just running AC. Not that I couldn’t afford it...
  2. SanDiegoM3

    Anyone ever motorized their Tesla panels to move?

    I’m curious, has anyone ever built a custom mount setup that allows their panes to elevate, tilt, or rotate after they’ve been installed? Think some custom lifters that would allow an east facing panel to elevate and face west as the day progresses. I have panels mounted west, east, and south...
  3. SanDiegoM3

    Hot or Not?

    It’s a new thread to see if your solar is up to par! This pic is a San Diego perfect Sunday March 26 on a 7.2kw system. I have no idea if it’s good or bad but my friend says it’s solid!
  4. SanDiegoM3

    Proper arbitrage California NEM 2.0? (SDGE)

    If I’m expected to over produce power, and given that wholesale rates are close or over NBCs is the adage of always better to consume what I produce out the window? Should I charge my Tesla overnight at super off peak even with the NBCs since I expect I’ll be getting a check from SDGE next year...
  5. SanDiegoM3

    Adding more panels to Tesla system after installed?

    Hey everyone! So I have an install date for Friday on a 7.2kwh system but I want the option to future proof myself on NEM 2.0 by getting a permit for more panels just in case I get a second EV, add a pool/hot tub, etc. What’s the best way to add-on to a Tesla system? Do I have to go through...
  6. SanDiegoM3

    San Diego: CCA and solar install on Friday - do I stay with CCA, do I have a choice? Other noob questions

    Hi everyone! I'm getting my Tesla solar installed on Friday and I'm currently on EV-TOU-5 and I'm in the CCA instead of SDGE. Is there any practical difference between being with the CCA versus SDGE? If there is, do I have the option to swap to SDGE as part of going solar, or maybe after...
  7. SanDiegoM3

    I’m still on 2021.4.18 and I have FSD. Should I update?

    So I’m on this old version because the highway autopilot has been very predictable, radar, 90mph autopilot, no interior camera, now no cheat device detection, and previous UI. I have FSD but Tesla is offering 2022.44.30.5. If I cover the camera during highway driving (plane old NOA or not)...
  8. SanDiegoM3

    Buying a house - school me on Tesla solar and Powerwall, TOU, SDGE, best inverters, etc.

    What's up everyone. Am I okay going with Tesla for solar and PowerWall and what pitfalls, equipment, and installation issues should I know about? I'm closing on a house in 10 days and I'm starting from zero on the original electrical panel and a roof that I'm replacing on the seller's dime. I...
  9. SanDiegoM3

    Would you pay more for a used radar M3 versus new vision one?

    Would anyone pay more for an older Tesla than a newer one if the older one had radar and stopped updating?
  10. SanDiegoM3

    I stopped updating at 2021.4.18 and I have FSD - you maybe should have too

    As cool as it is to be at the forefront of tech I’ve learned over the past 2.5 years that when I found a solid version it’s always best to hold onto that version until it’s massively beneficial to update. If I update now I get: - Massively more annoying driver attentiveness monitoring -...
  11. SanDiegoM3

    Using FSD off highway is suicide

    Watch the video below and use the skip ahead 10 seconds feature throughout until you get to the unprotected lefts. Frankly, it’s shocking that three front facing cameras couldn’t discern oncoming traffic speed and the time to complete the necessary maneuvers. He had to stop the car several...
  12. SanDiegoM3

    Be cautious on all future updates

    With Tesla Vision, cabin camera, and divergent code paths I would be very cautious about immediately updating when getting the alert. I’m at 2021.4.18 and I’m going to sit tight and let everyone else beta test for a little while going forward.
  13. SanDiegoM3

    FSD and still haven’t received update, normal?

    Has anyone else with FSD not received the update as well?
  14. SanDiegoM3

    Does Tesla have a big math problem?

    I’ve been thinking. I wonder if Tesla really does have the correct hardware to do FSD. Does as a 1280x960x36fps have enough resolution and speed to operate at 75mph? That’s 110 feet per second or 3 feet per frame. For safety reasons, the car has to take action in less than one second so it...
  15. SanDiegoM3

    Why I stopped displaying remaining miles

    After having my Model 3 AWD for a few months and actually seeing how long the battery lasts, daily usage patterns, how fast I can supercharge, and that I can charge at 22 mi/hr at home make the range indicator pointless since I fill up when I sleep. Just displaying the percentage reduces my...
  16. SanDiegoM3

    It’s financially insane to not buy a Tesla Model 3

    I did an analysis on buying a new BMW versus a Model 3 long range AWD and it’s absolutely mind blowing how much money someone saves over 5 years. I didn’t make this to compare a Camry or Prius to a Tesla because they aren’t the same class by a long shot and i’m not talking used. I own a AWD...
  17. SanDiegoM3

    Pics and Video Tint Stratos and Photosync Tint White on White

    Hi, I know tint is subjective and dependent on weather plus angles so I thought I would help the community out. Feel free to watch the video and look at pics to see my tint. - Stratos 30 all around except windshield - Photosync 75 windshield Mods feel free to move to interior/exterior
  18. SanDiegoM3

    SDGE - Financial Analysis - TOU vs EV Plans - EV-TOU5 unsurpassed?

    I've been looking for anyone on the internet to have gone through the analysis in a spreadsheet on the various TOU and EV plans, but it's only been forum post commentary versus financial analysis: TOU-DR1 EV-TOU-2 EV-TOU-5 Has anyone made a calculation that takes into account, baseline...
  19. SanDiegoM3

    San Diego Delivery Comments

    I thought I would write a short post about my experience. I had a great time with the friendly and courteous staff in San Diego. The staff at UTC mall was impeccable by taking time to answer questions even after I placed my order and the delivery center was friendly, funny, and attentive...
  20. SanDiegoM3

    Do Tesla’s log odometer changes/measurements?

    So I have a demo model on the way and I knew the car had miles on it when I ordered it. However, I neglected to log the original miles from the date of purchase. I went to a Tesla store and an advisor was able to “ping” the car to get the miles and they were definitely higher than when I...
  21. SanDiegoM3

    Worth to wait for Y versus 3 now?

    The Y seems to be a step up above the 3 unless you get the SR+ 3 because that's such a great deal with the federal tax credit still available.
  22. SanDiegoM3

    How good is my Model 3 deal?

    The December 2018 car has about 1,100 miles on it and the advisor says it was for marketing so I assume show room or test drive vehicle, MAYBE a reporter type car. Specs: Long Range AWD 19" wheels FSD Pearl White Black Interior (no extra cost) $5,830 price adjustment off a price that...