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  1. tfraley

    USB Drive Placement - Glovebox or Center Console?

    Hey everyone, I have a question regarding the placement of a USB drive in my 2023 Model Y. Currently, I have a Samsung T7 1TB drive connected to the USB port in the glovebox. However, I noticed that the glovebox doesn't have a USB-C port, which surprised me. Occasionally, I receive a message...
  2. tfraley

    Unfortunate Encounter: License Plate Theft and Car Damage – Seeking Advice and Sentry Mode Mystery

    Hey everyone, I had a rather unfortunate encounter today that I wanted to share with you all. As I was sitting in my car, a homeless woman who seemed to be in a tough spot walked by and unexpectedly ripped off my rear license plate. It was quite a shock, and my father-in-law managed to retrieve...
  3. tfraley

    Thoughts on Medusa Black wheel covers for Model Y

    Hey everyone, I'm considering buying a set of Medusa Black wheels for my Model Y. Unfortunately, they're currently back-ordered for two weeks. I wanted to gather some opinions before making the purchase. Also, does anyone know if there are any promo codes available for rimetrix.com...
  4. tfraley

    Etching on ceramic coating?

    Good day guys. So I've had my xpel ceramic coating maybe 6 months now. I was weekly (no touch wash, for the most part, foam and blower) I noticed today there was a small bird dripping on my hood. Possibly their 24hrs I grabbed some waterless Adams wash and cleaned it off, soaking good and...
  5. tfraley

    303 Aerospace Protectant:

    I've been using 303 Aerospace Protectant for years with my past cars. I love the stuff But I am noticing with my model 3 seats you really have to rub it off. I am noticing it can leave what looks to be oil stops or streaks. Which can be rubbed/wiped out with some more elbow grease but never...
  6. tfraley

    Official updates

    Good day, guys, Out of past experience, how often does Tesla give updates on productions like these? Would you say quarterly we would get some kind of update? Of silence till we near the end?
  7. tfraley

    Wish it was a foot shorter

    Measured my detached garage today and of course, it's 19.1 feet I've read somewhere more garages are 20 feet but it seems I may be a one-off. (live in SoCal, Los Angeles) For those that have pre-ordered and or plan to have you measured you garages am I a one-off? All I thought was wow this is...
  8. tfraley

    Does Cybertruck have a Frunk?

    I was just wondering. Does Cybertruck have a Frunk? Does anyone know? Thanks
  9. tfraley

    Mirrors?

    I noticed there were no mirrors on the doors. Do we know if there will be or will they be using cameras as mirrors or something? Are there any laws in place saying cars need some form of mirrors?
  10. tfraley

    Explain tri-motor to me

    Good day guys. Ok I understand single and dual motor But can someone explain how a tri-motor works or any images/diagrams? Thanks
  11. tfraley

    Pre-Order questions

    I'm a Model 3 owner on the verge of pulling the trigger on the CyberTruck Had a question with Pre-orders, haven't done one in the past. When you put your downpayment, it saves your spot in line. I still have a question about the Cybertruck, Will we be able to change our order and still...
  12. tfraley

    V10 Media : Wish

    Hey, guys Version 10 has dropped and finally got around to doing some testing. As expected you can not play any type of video while driving. I wish Tesla would re-think this and rather than block the who app/site they would just replace the video with a black screen I would love to still be...
  13. tfraley

    Wall Charger Not lighting up

    Good day guys. Was wondering if any of you have run into this. I've had my wall charger 2-3 months so far working fine. Today I went ahead and plugged in my M3 and noticed the wall charger is not lighting up Now I looked in the car (Standard Range Plus) and I'm getting 32A at 235V...
  14. tfraley

    Dropped off for Xpel Ceramic coating

    Hey guys, I just dropped off my Blue Model 3 for a Xpel ceramic coating. Will post some pictures and how it is when I get the car back tomorrow. I was told not to get it wet for 2 days and not to wash it for a week. They claim no maintenance or top coating needed just a yearly inspection...
  15. tfraley

    Ceramic coating help me choose

    Ok guys. Have a few prices on Ceramic coatings. I have two different places that are rated pretty good and prices are close enough. But they both use different types of Ceramic. One uses XPEL fusion and the other uses 9H Could anyone educate me in the difference and is one better than the...
  16. tfraley

    Frunk Organizer?

    Hey guys, Anyone know of any good Frunk Organizers. One that takes full advantage of the size. So something made specifically for it. Something about putting a square into an oval seems like a waste. Thanks
  17. tfraley

    Looks like we need a Detailing section

    Admin. Could you create a detailing section? Seem a lot of people are discussing auto detailing may be nice to have one section for it. If there is one and I missed it sorry.
  18. tfraley

    Dreaded wet window line after opening door.

    Hey guys, I was wondering if any of you had any tips for cleaning your windows on the model 3? Seeing that every time you open the door, it's window slides down just a bit left that line. I know the best answer is simply don't open the door. However, some times, it seems to take hours to...
  19. tfraley

    Frunk / Trunk Mat Suggestions

    Hey guys, Just wanted to get your options and see what you all are using. I've gotten the Tesla all weather for the inside of my M3 I'm thinking on what to get for the Frunk and Trunk For the frunk want something that doesn't smell and will prevent things from sliding around. Pretty much...
  20. tfraley

    Window Decals Based On What You Named You M3

    Hey guys, I'm trying to come up with idea's I would like to put some kind of inside window decal on the rear window, that's based somewhat on what I named my Model 3. Which is Mystique I was originally just thinking a simple scrip of the name then thought of throwing her profile into it...
  21. tfraley

    Scent Wedge Thoughts ?

    Hey guys, What do you think of Scent wedge? Kind of a cool idea, Not many scents to chose from. Anyone try dripping some other types of oil or anything onto them and reusing it?
  22. tfraley

    Steering Wheel, Real Leather?

    Hey guys, I believe I've read somewhere that the steering wheel in the Model 3 is real lather ie, not vegan leather. I have a Model 3 SR+ and just wondering what I should use to protect/clean the steering wheel. I'm using 303 Aerospace Protectant on the rest of the car. I love this stuff...
  23. tfraley

    Purple Hov Sticker

    Hey guys, I'm on the fence about applying the HOV sticker here in Los Angeles. It's purple and I have a blue model 3 As others would say in LA it would be great to carpool alone. However, there are so many teslas no it's not like the carpool is that empty anymore. I have picked up some...
  24. tfraley

    Suggestions Tire Inflator with Digital Gauge

    Good day guys. Was wondering if anyone could suggest a good Tire Inflator with Digital Gauge Anyone tests any that comes close to the built-in psi numbers in the model 3. Figured I would ask first before pulling the trigger on any. Thanks
  25. tfraley

    Is this Vampire drain during the night?

    Hey guys, So the last few nights I'm noticing a lot of notification from the Tesla App on my iPhone Basically looks like it charges up over and over again. Model 3 is parked in the garage and plugged to a Tesla wall charger. Past few days here in SoCal has been hot, could be AC cooling...
  26. tfraley

    Charging Basics: School Me.

    Good day guys. I am a proud owner of a Model 3 standard Plus. I also had a Tesla charger installed in my garage. I understand the standard plus does not charge as fast as a long range. Had to look up and figure out why. it's because of the AC to DC converter in the car itself it has a max...
  27. tfraley

    Stat apps and services

    Good day guys, There is probably a ton of these on the forums already, sorry. I'm looking at some of the third-party apps and services for tracking data. (wish Tesla had it built in) I'm worried about vampire drain, I keep hearing its high with these 3rd party services. Security aside...
  28. tfraley

    What do you use more? Trunk/Frunk

    Hey guys Just wanted to hear what you guys are using more. I know we shouldn't be using the Trunk to much because of break in's But at the same time, I'm weary in opening and closing the hood. I feel this is something that should be fixed in the next iteration. I know people have swapped out...
  29. tfraley

    AutoPilot Q&A

    Hey guys, I'm still a newbie had my Tesla Model 3 Standard Plus for 3 weeks now. I've used autopilot but had some questions. I don't believe I found anywhere that breaks things down to well. I know them is a difference between, AutoPilot, Autopilot enhanced and Full Self-Driving FSD I do...
  30. tfraley

    Trunk Organizer

    Hey guys, I'm wondering what you guys are doing to organize your trunks. Every morning I put my laptop back in the trunk and when I get to work I find it rolled around in the trunk. I don't really need an organizer per say, but rather want to see what you guys are using and what options are...
  31. tfraley

    Should I be worried | Glass weather proofing

    Ok, guys, I was washing my Model3 today. Only had it 2 weeks and would like to know if it's something I should worry about. Where to two roof glasses meet there seems to be a gap around the weatherproofing You kind of could see down into it if you really look. I don't know if there is any...