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    Model Y P vs Rivian R1S

    I simply answered your question about why the R1T is on Edmund’s mileage list and the R1S is not. Agreed, it’s not a production vehicle yet and the Edmunds test shouldn’t be construed as such.
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    Model Y P vs Rivian R1S

    The R1T has been released to reviewers, the R1S has not.
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    Tesla EV Tax Credits coming back?

    Thanks for the link! Am I reading it right that out of $1.199B analyzed so far, $1.164B (97% of it) will add to the deficit? That is not very encouraging for finding moderate support, especially since this has been touted as "paid for" with tax changes. :/
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    Tesla EV Tax Credits coming back?

    There must be a lot of $500k earners on this forum to keep talking about that aspect of the bill. I'm more interested in news on passage of the bill and any changes relating to mere mortals (car pricing cutoff, effective date, etc). I thought they advertised they wanted a vote by 11/15...
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    Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 4 on Uberturbines- 265/35 & 275/35R21

    I wonder why some are experiencing rubbing with the 265/40 and some are not. Also, this thread is the first I've heard of traction control issues, which would be my main concern. On "old school" cars, changing wheels or tires could trigger TC, since the car senses slip by measuring...
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    Anyone change their order after a price increase?

    I realize this decision is ultimately up to me, just looking for thoughts and opinions. I have a model Y performance on order, which was placed prior to the most recent $1000 price increase. It was, however, after the price increase when midnight silver metallic (MSM) became a free option...
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    Model Y P vs Rivian R1S

    It’s $80,000 cap, unless some new news came out today?
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    Model Y DIY Xpel Ultimate PPF

    Luckily doors seem pretty easy as well. It's really just that front bumper that looks like a major PITA. Personally I will probably just use front flaps, as we don't have road salt or sand to worry about where we live.
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    Model Y P vs Rivian R1S

    Personally I prefer the R1S in virtually every way over the Model Y P, except for lack of charging infrastructure, which is a big deal. We don't travel much but superchargers are a necessity when you do. The larger size (but still garage-able, unlike the colossal hummer or F150) is a benefit...
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    Model Y DIY Xpel Ultimate PPF

    I'm thinking that paying a pro to do the front bumper, then tacking the hood and headlights as a DIY might be a good combo since they're pretty flat. Debating the value of doing the front fenders, as only a tiny strip of panel is exposed to the incoming air. Are you guys...
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    Another Price Increase? 11/11

    Yikes! I was thinking of changing my color on my order just last night, but I guess I'll live with what I reserved now.
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    Tesla EV Tax Credits coming back?

    There won't be a price increase for me as I ordered after the most recent one. I'm only concerned about losing my hold until Feb 5. I have the question out but haven't heard back from Tesla yet... edit: I decided to just try it. It didn't drop the hold and took the configuration change.
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    Tesla EV Tax Credits coming back?

    Does anyone know if editing your design for an order on hold removes the hold? Both the "remove hold" and "edit order" buttons are clickable, I just don't want to lose my one time hold!
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    Tesla EV Tax Credits coming back?

    I replied to the generic "Welcome to the Tesla family" text I got when I first entered my order. It said to reply to that text if order help is needed. I don't have a contact, know anyone's name, or even know if it's the same person replying each time! The reply did come from another number.
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    Tesla EV Tax Credits coming back?

    Just another data point: I ordered Nov 5, and texting customer service, they allowed me a "one time" hold for 90 days past order date. So Feb 5 for me. Hopefully that's enough time to let the tax credit legislation work itself out. They did tell me if I drop the hold in my account I can't...
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    So what's the latest best practice to avoid AC smell happening in new car?

    I'm aware a SW update was released that was supposed to address this issue. But are there still best practices that need to be followed to avoid the smell long term? Does anyone know what the SW update actually did? Should Cabin Overheat be set to fan only, for example? Any examples of newer...
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    Model 3 Performance Wheel Damage at Car Wash

    That sucks, but at least it’s on the inside. Use some touch up paint (or a wheel repair fill if it really bothers you) and don’t use an automatic car wash again.
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    How difficult is the white interior to maintain?

    Unfortunately the seatbelt staining is a known issue. I tucked my rear belts behind the folding seats since we rarely have rear passengers.
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    PSA: check for rust at this point

    Just checked mine, plenty of gap. 9/19 build.
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    How difficult is the white interior to maintain?

    I have a white interior, and the black armrests/handles are actually harder to keep clean. Smudges show more. Like another poster above, sunscreen is a pain on the black material, as could be lotions, grease, etc.
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    Is there such a thing as too much white?

    There's no wrong answer here, totally personal preference. I think I may be the only one on the board who likes the stock piano black center in the white interior.
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    Advice Needed: Respray or Touch Up Paint?

    My door came with a small chip on the edge. I elected to ask for a touch up kit and try myself. The trick here is don't bother with the "blending solution". You want to keep adding paint and letting it dry, until the paint blob is above the surface of your normal paint. Then wetsand it flat...
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    AC blower fan vibrating car at high fan speed.

    Mobile service came out, and it’s definitely the blower fan according to him. Unfortunately mobile has no way to access it. They have to take the entire dash out to reach it. Brand new car with 80 miles. Very worried about scratches, unknown missing clips and bolts after the service, etc. ugh
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    2 yr free super charging not showing up

    I was told the same line (in October). At least they are consistent.
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    Upgraded To OEM Performance Brakes

    Nice upgrade! Someone has to do it first so others can learn. Do we not think the performance brakes also include an upgraded master cylinder?
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    Trunk seal replaced by mobile service

    Mine looks like your "before" pic as well. I'm wondering if this is a problem with the actual gasket part, or just a bad install? Is it glued to the car? I may just try to pull it up and put it back down again myself to avoid the hassle of a service visit.
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    AC blower fan vibrating car at high fan speed.

    Anyone know where the AC blower fan is? Hard to find tech manuals for this car...
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    AC blower fan vibrating car at high fan speed.

    That’s interesting. I had a RWD long range a few months ago before this car and it definitely didn’t do what the new car is doing. I made a service appointment, so I’ll see what they say.
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    Anyone regret white interior?

    I also applied Gyeon Leather Shield, just last night in fact. Pretty idiot proof install. My advice is really put a lot on the threads that are exposed to clothing, those will stain first.
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    All Model 3s built since 9/1/2019 have a pedestrian warning speaker installed

    So has anyone tried unplugging it to see what happens? If not, I don’t mind giving it a shot. Anyone know how it can be accessed? Don’t really want to remove the bumper.
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    New cars (after August) no longer come with a frunk mat?

    Looks like more and more people are reporting this. Thanks all. Kind of sucks, but oh well.
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    Something possibly missing from my frunk

    Ha, I just made a thread on this topic. Yes, this is a new development. Cars as of August no longer include the mat, at any trim level. Looks like the service rep wasn't just blowing smoke.
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    New cars (after August) no longer come with a frunk mat?

    Hi guys, I picked up a performance car yesterday, and it did not come with a frunk mat. I asked service, and they told me new cars after August no longer come with one at any trim level. Can anyone else who has taken delivery recently let me know if you've experienced this as well? My car has...
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    New P3D+ brake squeak. Normal?

    Hi guys, just picked up a P3D+ yesterday. When coming to a complete stop the brakes make quite a loud squeak at that last 1mph point. Is this normal, and it'll go away after some break in? If not, will maybe bedding the brakes take care of it? Appreciate any advice!
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    New 3PD. Issues: Paint pits, paint drips, front hood gouges, door sill scratches, no frunk mat

    Can you return it and buy again under your wife's name? Just throwing out an option. That wouldn't trigger the 1 year no re-sale policy.
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    AC blower fan vibrating car at high fan speed.

    Took delivery of my new model 3 yesterday. I did notice a potential issue after getting in after parking it in a lot for a few hours. The AC fan kicked to high and was vibrating the interior. Not exaggerating, I could feel my arm vibrating on the arm rest, and in the steering wheel, and there...
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    New 3PD. Issues: Paint pits, paint drips, front hood gouges, door sill scratches, no frunk mat

    Thanks for the update. As these cars are painted at the factory with all the panels on, be careful if they swap a panel, the metallic/pearls may be hard to match. Is your service center technically “open” on the weekend? Mine is closed so I don’t know if anyone is there. My car (took...
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    Performance Waiting Room

    Picked up my car today as well! Overall the panel gaps and paint looked good. The jambs and bottoms of the insides of the doors have good coverage too. Good steering wheel alignment. No issues with any of the glass. I did find a few somewhat deep scratches (fingernail will catch them) and...
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    Tesla offering free supercharging on Model 3's

    They already told you, you can't get it, you have to choose. This is corroborated by many, many posts here on the forum. It's either/or.
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    Paint chipping at corners of spoiler

    Thanks, does that mean February? Sorry, in the US the first number is the month (implying August) but I know the rest of the world does it the other way :)
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    Paint chipping at corners of spoiler

    What's the build date of your car Johnii?
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    Group Buy for Power Trunk/Frunk Liftgate!

    So are we 100% sure the Alibaba trunk kit is the same? If so, I don’t mind waiting a month for shipping to save $100. Protected by credit card if there’s a problem.
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    PUP Price Increase

    When did you order? This is probably the $1000 Performance price increase that was well documented a few weeks ago...
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    Performance Waiting Room

    Got my appointment moved from 9/23 to 9/20, they're just waiting on the temp tags. Excited!
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    If you're waiting for delivery, drop into the store ...

    VINs are not sequential. Mine has a 422xxx VIN with a September 2019 build date. The only way to find the build date is to look at the sticker in the driver door jamb
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    All Model 3s built since 9/1/2019 have a pedestrian warning speaker installed

    No pre September cars have the speaker.
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    All Model 3s built since 9/1/2019 have a pedestrian warning speaker installed

    That article says NHTSA wants public comment, but didn’t include a link. Anyone know? We should all comment, as the public, that we side with the automakers on wanting to be able to have more than one sound per vehicle model (if we ever want to have user selectable sounds, which at least would...
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    Anyone have photos of carbon dash on a white interior 3?

    I’m considering either a glossy or matte carbon dash swap for my white interior car (depending on if I leave the glossy console alone or wrap it matte). I’ve found plenty of photos online of carbon dashes installed into black cars, but not white. There are even some install videos of how to...
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    Performance Waiting Room

    Interesting that people are reporting getting comped paint/interior upgrades after having a VIN, or even at the delivery center. My sales contacts are absolutely insistent this cannot be done. They said they "asked the manager" if I can have free supercharging added and that I'm in some kind...
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    Model 3 red vs white, if red is free

    I have a MSM, but the red 3s catch my eye every time I see one! I'm not a fan of red on white though. I'd do red on black or white on white. You can see everyone has a slightly different preference, ha.