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    Slow/late final navigation announcements - any settings to change?

    The 2019 Tesla 3 I own has slow/late navigation announcements. I wonder whether there are settings to cure this. The second or last announcement usually happens just after I have to turn, exit etc. None of my other cars I won or owned were that late. Even older Nav's seem to have this tuned to...
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    Which mud flaps do you use?

    I bought a while back the BASENOR on Amazon. They seem to be great from a functional perspective. But I never installed them. I felt they look to utility given the size and plastic. Are there alternatives? e.g. smaller ones that don't extend onto the fenders. Something like this...
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    Found mystery plug within bumper while installing stealth hitch

    I installed a stealth hitch on my 2019 Tesla 3. Doing the work I came across an unexpected plug (not found in instruction videos). Does anyone what this plug is for? Actual electrical for a trailer?
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    Trailer hitch for 2019 Tesla 3 LR options and where to get it done?

    I would like to add a trailer hitch to my 2019 Tesla 3 LR. I understand there are options to make it look OEM. I believe I have that removable cover underneath the bumper. What is the preferred hitch? And also, where to go to get it installed? removing bumper etc? Does Tesla do this? Not sure...
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    What (battery fire) heat detector are folks using in garage?

    I like some added safety as our Tesla is int he garage underneath bedroom. So, I would like to install a "rising heat detector". Not a fire/smoke detector. What are people using?
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    How did you tint rear window?

    Hi, I finally decided to tint my Tesla 3. It is dark grey with white interior. I am thinking to do side windows 35%. However, Not sure what to do with rear as it has already gradual tint. Trying to get some input from other owners who have gone through that process.
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    08/19 Tesla 3 LR already equipped with Trailer hitchcover?

    I am interested in installing a trailer hitch on my Tesla 3. I took delivery in August 19. It appears that it has already a hitch cover underneath bumper? In this case I could skip cutting a hole? I will try to take better picture...
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    Garage Door Opener Options - pros and cons of various solutions

    For obvious reasons I am looking for garage door opener solutions for my Tesla 3. I guess I have the following basic options: 1.) get the Tesla $300 retrofit 2.) Use my opener remote 3.) Use a bluetooth based solution 4.) Use a Wifi solution At first I thought I like the idea of using the phone...
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    Scheduled charging at home - charging any time when not at home

    I like to charge the car after midnight when at home. But any time when not at home. I know I can schedule when the car charges. However, this also means that car will not charge during the day at work or similar?
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    Conduit getting warm during charging

    Just completed my install on the wall charger with 3/4 EMT conduit, 6AWG hots and 8AWG ground. Interesting to observe that conduit actually gets warm. 60A circuit breaker even slightly hot when touched on front. Assuming this is expected?
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    Charger installation - best way to adpat knockout to 3/4" conduit

    I am in the process of installing my wall charger. I am using the bracket for top feed with conduit. I am running 3/4" conduit. The top knockout is meant for 1" conduit. Typically, I woudl be using a reducing washer. Just wondering what others are using given the plastic shell.
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    Wall charger "custom" length cable?

    The 8ft cable is going to be short at least 1ft in my setup. the 24ft is too long. Has anyone cut the 24" down?
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    rear license plate removal - stuck on

    Hi, Just got a new Tesla 3. I wanted to swap out the Tesla frame with Silicone. It looks like the license plate is stuck on? With double sided tape?
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    How to protect white seats

    What are white seats owners do to protect seats against dirt and blue jeans?
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    Looking for license plate frame recomendation for rear

    I am getting a grey Tesla 3. Typically, I got simple matte black frames. I might consider on the grey a chrome frame. Also, are there 4 or 2 holes? Any recommendation are welcome. P.S. assuming there will be no plate holder in the front. Or do I have to specify not to?
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    Are you using a disconnect for your Wall charger ?

    Just wondering if people generally get a disconnect for a wall charger. Code probably varies across US. In case anyone has experience in NW suburbs of Chicago I...
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    Wall charger out of stock

    Does anyone know what is going with Tesla wall chargers?
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    Trailer hitch

    I need a trailer hitch for a bike rack. I know there are some decent (stealth) aftermarket options. However, it woudl be nice not to deal with installation (bumper removal). Also, I woudl prefer the factory finish for the bumper hole that needs to be cut. I understand in UK this is now a...
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    Buying a used Tesla 3 advice...

    I decided that I woudl like to try a Tesla 3. I prefer buying a used one. I know that Tesla know sells used cars. However, not much inventory. Also, checked out the usual car web sites. I am no stranger to buying and selling cars though such portals. However, I was surprised to see the used car...