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So I didn’t want to get into why the badge is good or bad, but that’s where people naturally want to go. Seems like the point is Tesla won’t do it for free, but I can use a heat gun or hair drier with some floss. This sounds risky to me. Lucky I’m going to get my windows tinted next weekend and...

My thoughts too. People like to over simplify the process

Let us (me) know how it goes!

I didn’t get the all wheel drive for the badge. Didn’t even know it comes with a badge. I got it because of the all wheel drive, extra range, and better performance. Not having the badge obviously doesn’t change any of that but makes the car look less clean

Why do I need to indicate it an all wheel drive car? And to who?

Agree with you. Also, no one knows what a “dual motor” is or what it does outside of Tesla folks. Useless add on for sure

I saw that one. I wondered whyyyyy??? I’d be happy to give mine away

If you’re gonna do it yourself I’d love to know your process!

That’s my worry. Maybe hair drier is the way to go. I don’t know if my hands are good or bad, but I don’t want to find out on MY Tesla!

What do you use the nail polish remover for?

Too much heat gun melts the paint? Not enough heat gun and the glue takes the paint with it? Model 3 paint is extremely sensitive, as has been documented. I don’t want to assume that it’s that easy. I’ve never used a heat gun so don’t know what to expect.

Horrid indeed! But I don’t want to mess it up. Hence why I hope tesla does it for free. Guessing my chance of messing up is much higher than theirs

Maybe? But if I ruin it then I gotta pay for the paint work. If Tesla does it then the hope is they don’t screw up? That’s why I’m wondering if they have done it for others.

I got my 3 a month ago with the badge already on since it was a demo car. Didn’t care for it at first and like it even less now. I’d like to have it removed but not sure how to go about it. Has anyone done this and know if Tesla will do it for free? I’m also concerned about paint being ruined...

I’ve had some inconsistencies also. I keep mine on the warning and have had days where it works 100% of the time and days where it works 70%-80% of the time. Bad news when people rely on it for safety. The time it doesn’t work can be the time you really need it. The unfortunate thing is like you...

I decided to keep the car! And I’m doing my best to not freak out about the issues! Although, when on day 8 this shows up I still get a bit nervous

It’s really not. This would be all for getting a better Tesla in a year. That’s the sacrifice I’d be willing to make! But the software is not my biggest concern. I get that it’s no different than my iPhone and things will happens. It’s the internal car parts like doors and windows and rusting...

Thanks! Definitely not implying Tesla is the only company to have these issues. And from everything I’ve heard, they’ve done a great job of resolving them. There is definite a magnifying glass on the model 3 because it’s such an important car for the company and industry. As I said, my debate is...

Why would I lose 2,500? I would get the state tax back!

Thank guys! The feedback has been great. Just to clarify a few things, I don’t have buyers remorse. I would very much love to keep the car with no worries. I think a big part of this is obviously everything that I’ve been reading, which is amplifying the little issues. I know the window and...

Not sure what it says about me? I wouldn’t say I didn’t do research. But but they dangled a lovely offer in front of me that was hard to pass up.

Two model 3s? When did you buy?

I’ve had mine 3 days. I do love the drive but I would say it’s a bit noisier than expected (I do have the 19in wheels) and I’ve had some minor problems. What worries me the most is the long term reliability. Just not enough information on it yet. And with fit and finish problems, it a big...

I get your point and I do concede that there is a bit of paranoia. But it has a lot to do with the purchase sizes. The financial impact of a bad phone or laptop is significantly less than a car.

Looks like my vin is 186xxx. Date says 12/18

You might be right. But getting a car for 10 years means I miss out on a lot of year of Tesla driving. I definitely don’t want to do that. But if 1 more year makes a difference I would be willing to make the sacrifice.

I haven’t yet. Will certainly give it a try.

I wouldn’t be returning just because of the computer or window, but on the idea that these things indicate that QA still need some work.

Yea not impressed with that response. And I know I can push them if it keeps happening. But this brings me back to the overarching question... is this car well built or do they still need more time? The window is a minor problem but is it s sign of things to come? The allure of this car, aside...

Short story, I didn’t know anything about Tesla until this year but I took a test drive in the 3 and obviously loved it. But after researching all the quality problems I was weary of taking the plunge. Fast forward 2 weeks, sales guy calls and says, hey we got a long range in the grey with the...

So I ended up going with this crazy Russian guy who did it for $400. Getting 30a at 240v!

Yea I agree that 850 is unreasonable. I’m waiting for a second quote in the next few days. But I don’t see how a wall connector would allow me to get more amps? Are you saying the 6/20 limits it somehow? I’d be happy to complain but that won’t improve my situation today (sigh)

I’ve had 2 look so far. Get them all from the Tesla site. I’m probably not explaining something right, but when they tested they said they’re getting 30a but at 120v which would be converted to 20a and 240v? I’m probably not explaining right or confusing something. Quote from one here an the...

Thanks for the advice!!

I do own my condo. The breaker is on the second floor in my laundry room. And I did confirm with that association that all wiring goes back to my unit and would be dedicated. The annoying this is that the heater actually has 30amp but one of the wires doesn’t work.

Thanks for the info! I am not planning on getting the FSD so I see how this could be an issue. But then the decision is whether HW3 is worth saving $4k... that’s some to think about...

Hi guys! I’m a little tense right now because I put down on a model 3 long range. It’s a 2018 dealer car with 120 miles, midnight sliver paint and 19in sport wheels upgrades. I jumped on the deal because I got $4k off. Before destination the price is $47.9k which I think is a great deal...