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  1. Torque Monster

    How do you deal with cold steering wheel ?

    I deal with it the same way I did in the 90s and early 2000s.
  2. Torque Monster

    Range Loss Over Time, What Can Be Expected, Efficiency, How to Maintain Battery Health

    257 wh/mi over about 6K miles on my Dual Motor AWD 2019
  3. Torque Monster

    Our Model 3, 2 years later

    This is my sentiment, exaclty. I love the EV drive train but so miss a smaller, lighter, sportier, and sexier car. This 4,000 lbs beast does feel a little piggy. A 500lbs weight cut would be a god-send
  4. Torque Monster

    Painted my Aero wheels

    Where did the center caps and lug covers come from?
  5. Torque Monster

    "Acceleration Boost" option, discussion as to which models and how much quicker

    I did not, and probably never will, get the $2K boost. But, I'd easily fork over more cash for track mode. I want to be able to get the rear end loose.
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    Range Loss Over Time, What Can Be Expected, Efficiency, How to Maintain Battery Health

    I calculate my own range by dividing 75,000 by my 'Lifetime" trip meter's kWh/mi and multiplying by the percentage remaining of the battery. and get within 1 to 3 miles of what the BMS shows. I was freaking out for a few months before I figured how to do this.
  7. Torque Monster

    Missing my ICE car. . .

    I miss a ICE cars. But, I'm afraid if my next car is an ICE, I will miss the Tesla
  8. Torque Monster

    Delivery delayed!

    I would, absolutely, try and get the final/full payment back.
  9. Torque Monster

    Advice Needed: Convincing Husband to Go Tesla

    The mobile Ranger service has been life changing experience for me. If the hubby is fearful of any problem, the service techs come to where your are, in your drive way or at work.
  10. Torque Monster

    Tesla Wall Connector (Level 2 charger) "out of stock" [thread from 2020]

    When I got mine in Sept '19, the black charger I wanted was out of stock. I had the Owings Mills, MD store order one for me. They told me they weren't sure when it would come but they anticipated 2-3 weeks. I also checked the website daily, and wound up ordering one. They both came in the same...
  11. Torque Monster

    Which should I buy: an older Stealth with 18's or an AWD with 19's and better color?

    I can't believe I got the second page before hearing this. Get the color you want and buy the $2K Acceleration Boost. You won't get track mode but you probably save some cash; and, get to look at the color of your choice every day; and, still smoke nearly all cars on the road. Use the cash saved...
  12. Torque Monster

    "Acceleration Boost" option, discussion as to which models and how much quicker

    I want to rotate this car. I want track mode. Oh, well...
  13. Torque Monster

    Will an AWD w/o FSD check the source code of their upgrade page for acceleration boost option info?

    I car spec, build date, firmware, and account page is exactly the same.
  14. Torque Monster

    Model 3 Sedan or Coupe? [Mar 2016 discussion from before reveal]

    Sports car for me is 2 or 2+2 seats, superb handling, good road feel, and decent power. Miatas, 86s/BRZs, Nissan Zs, Mustangs, various Porches. The Charger is a beastly muscle car, but not a sports car to me. I'd like to see something similar to Tesla's Roadster in a 40-60K price range; even...
  15. Torque Monster

    Model 3 Sedan or Coupe? [Mar 2016 discussion from before reveal]

    I love my Model 3 but still yearn for a light weight (electric and affordable) coupe. I searched the forum for "coupe" and found this old thread. I don't see Tesla making an affordable sports car; I only hope
  16. Torque Monster

    What Steering Mode do you use?

    Comfort is too squishy. Sport is too heavy. Standard for me.
  17. Torque Monster

    Do you have paint protection (PPF or ceramic coating) on your new M3?

    I got full PPF and ceramic. It is nice; very very nice. This the first car I had PPF or ceramic on. However, I'm not convinced it is worth the price and won't be getting it on any future vehicle
  18. Torque Monster

    Backup camera went black

    My back up camera went black, but still showed the white lines for guidance, two whole days before a Ranger was scheduled to come out and replace a tail light that was getting water condensation. When the Ranger arrived, the camera was working correctly. He decided to flash new firmware anyway...
  19. Torque Monster

    PPF (full wrap). Any regrets ?

    I have full PPF and ceramic.....If I had to do it again, I wouldn't. The cost/benefit ratio is not worth it me. On my next car, (fingers crossed it will be a 3P), I will get the front bumper and headlights PPF'd and DIY ceramic coating. However, my thoughts may be due to fact I went with one of...
  20. Torque Monster

    Steering Wheel - High Frequency Vibration / Feedback

    I'm not saying an issue I had is what others here are having, but here is what happened to me. I kept getting that lane departure vibration that scared the sh** out of me, until I asked a service advisor and out it was a 'feature' lol
  21. Torque Monster

    Anyone getting 2 Years Free Supercharging/Upgrades

    I picked up mine on Sept. 14, 2019 and was seeing 2K miles on my online account details. I figured I missed the free 2 years and just let it go. Today, out of nowhere, I saw this on my account details page: "Free Supercharging until 2021-10-07T00:00:00-04:00" If this is the free 2 years, I'll...
  22. Torque Monster

    Work project: Which way do you prefer to get into your car?

    I thought I would dislike the phone key. However, I love it because it has been rock solid in unlocking and auto locking. It has never failed me. Also, it has never had an annoying delay, either
  23. Torque Monster

    How to get Sirius/XM in a Tesla

    And streaming over bluetooth at the high and maximum streaming quality settings is much better than what comes out of OEMs' satellite receivers. It is so much better I cancelled my satellite service for streaming only in my last car.
  24. Torque Monster

    Demo vehicle pricing

    My sales guy told me they would sell me a used/demo for a discount that equated to about 40 to 50 cents per mile. We both thought that was funny. Too bad is wasn't a joke. I even asked what the MD mileage limit was to convert a new car to a 'used' car because I thought there was such a law. He...
  25. Torque Monster

    XPEL Stealth satin finish PPF easy to maintain ?

    It has been raining and will continue to rain for the next few days. Here is the best shot I have. It is not a close up but the seam is invisible. I'll try to get a better shot, when the rain clears up.
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    XPEL Stealth satin finish PPF easy to maintain ?

    Mine (not Xpel but Suntek Ultimate) was done in two pieces. The seam is below the rear deck lid quasi-spoiler so the seam is not too visible; I didn't notice it a first glance.
  27. Torque Monster

    Need help deciding between Performance and Long Range Model 3?

    I got the LR AWD and I live in Baltimore. The winter here is better than yours but we get several days that never get above freezing, nights that get in 20s easily, and fair amount of snow and freezing rain. I REGRET not getting the P. I cheaped out and decided I would not pay for winter tires...
  28. Torque Monster

    What's your driving style?

    I spend 1 hour on Tuesday evenings and 2+ hours on Sunday mornings seeking out curvy and scenic roads that push the limits of this car (and the law ;)), as have on all my previous cars. This best thing about this car is balance between relaxing drives and spirited drives. Few cars can actually...
  29. Torque Monster

    Pic of your Model 3.......RIGHT NOW! [model 3 pictures thread]

    Where did you get the silver center cap (and lug nut covers)?
  30. Torque Monster

    Pic of your Model 3.......RIGHT NOW! [model 3 pictures thread]

    Getting Suntek PPF installed.....
  31. Torque Monster

    Plastidippin on 19's

    This is an example of why I get on people who say Plastidip looks bad. I tell them it is because you can spot a bad job but you'd never spot a great job. And, this job, my friends, is top notch! You can't tell it's not painted/power coated. Well done and it looks great!
  32. Torque Monster

    Model 3 AWD 18” vs 19” wheels

    Test drive both. I did and this what I found. The 18s do ride better over less than perfect pavement than the 19s. However, TO ME, the difference was not enough to sway me; I could not tell the difference between them unless I drove them back-to-back. See my previous posts in this thread. I was...
  33. Torque Monster

    XPEL Stealth satin finish PPF easy to maintain ?

    idk, man...that Xpel stealth looks damn good with the Aero wheels and tint. At first I didn't like the Aero wheels, but they have been growing on me; especially on black and MSM. But the blue stealth and the dark satin gray of the the Aero wheels look really good
  34. Torque Monster

    Is there such a thing as too much white?

    I love that look! I just bought the console and steering wheel kit from EV Wraps off Amazon. If I could, I'd make everything inside white.
  35. Torque Monster

    Updated iPhone X to iOS 13 now doesn’t work as key [Update: go to Settings > Privacy > Bluetooth]

    It happened to me. I deleted the app, removed the key, reinstalled the app. Now it works. Actually, for me it now auto locks the doors much better. If move away about 4 feet and wait a shorter amount of time, they lock.
  36. Torque Monster

    Model 3 AWD 18” vs 19” wheels

    I couldn't agree more. See my above post about me testing the 18s and 19s back to back and on separate days. You really have to 'looking' for differences in the ride quality to pick one or the other (Although, range and looks are another matter)
  37. Torque Monster

    Do you regret your color choice?

    I like all the colors. No color stood out as outstanding and no color stands out a bad. The white interior with the 19s is what I really wanted. I waffled over all the colors for about 7 days and 3 trips to the dealer. The blue/silver/white combo won my vote by a slim margin.
  38. Torque Monster

    Model 3 AWD 18” vs 19” wheels

    I'm of the opinion that you hear this stuff from 'car' crowd just like ppf and ceramic coating. Just go to any car forum (I'm on about 5 different ones) and you'll hear all about it. It all has its benefits but not required, just like remembering your hat and gloves
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    Model 3 AWD 18” vs 19” wheels

    I know you didn't ask me but I'm in Maryland and right down the road from Delaware. I've been driving on all seasons for all my 27 years of driving and plan on doing the same. My roads don't go unplowed for more than 24 hours any way. I can always creep out of my neighborhood streets to the main...
  40. Torque Monster

    Model 3 AWD 18” vs 19” wheels

    Test drive both sizes multiple times. On one of my test drive visits, I took out a model with the 18s and then took out one with the 19s right after. They drove ever so slightly different. Aggressive driving felt better on the 19s by a hair. Freeway cruising was more compliant and quieter over...
  41. Torque Monster

    Model 3 AWD 18” vs 19” wheels

    I've been researching this issue for a while because I live in an area that gets snow and pot holes galore. I risked it; got the 19s because I seriously disliked the 18s (with or without the aero covers) and did not want to buy aftermarket wheels on top of already expensive car price. The 19...
  42. Torque Monster

    CPO delivery delayed - paint issue?

    I didn't you had to pay interest of the loan check was not cashed.
  43. Torque Monster

    Wiki Model 3 Order Tracking Spreadsheet

    I got lucky, I guess. I ordered a LR AWD, Blue, White Interior, 19 inch sport wheels, No FSD and my sales guy found a VIN immediately. Tentative pick on on 9/17!
  44. Torque Monster

    M3P wins SCCA Autocross National Championship

    Was that blue car wrapped?
  45. Torque Monster

    RWD vs AWD driving feel

    Yes, it does....but you have to be driving moderately hard. If you are just piddling around , you won't notice it much.
  46. Torque Monster

    Increasing Trade In Value?

    The Tesla sales rep told work up a "good" condition trade value on KBB and told me they would pric match CarMax but not Carvana
  47. Torque Monster

    RWD vs AWD driving feel

    I test drove the SR+ and LR AWD back to back last night. You could really feel front end bite down and power you through turns with the AWD. The lack of understeer in the AWD was very noticeable and so was the extra power. The extra weight of the AWD was only very very slightly noticeable. The...
  48. Torque Monster

    How bad is my window tinting?

    On all windows? More than few? On one in eye sight? That is pure s**t work and should go back.