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    Trailer towing on 2022 Model 3 LR

    I have a 2019 M3P and have a Stealth Hitch on it. It works well and would buy another one. You can see the ball in your back up camera which makes it easy to hook up your trailer. I had it installed at a Stealth Hitch dealer since I had no interest in trying to run the wiring for the trailer...
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    New fast chargers will be installed throughout Montana

    If they are like the ones being installed in North Carolina expect no faster than 62.5kw and no more than 2 per location. Some will only be 50kw and one per location.
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    Holiday Update (2021.44.25.2)- A Big Disappointment

    The main thing I learned from this update is never, ever, ever download an update right before you go on a long road trip. You will loose your mind trying to figure everything out while driving in the dark, with limited visibility. I saw the notice of the update and thought it would be typical...
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    Holiday Update (2021.44.25.2)- A Big Disappointment

    I think the locations of superchargers is also gone with this new update. Used to be able to tap the right side of the map and the icon would show there.
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    Are Superchargers on I95 busy?

    I have traveled on I-95 many times in my M3 and yes, expect them to be busy.
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    Setec CCS to Tesla Adapter

    EVSEadapters.com is also selling the ccs to Tesla adapter. Only $775.00 https://www.evseadapters.com/products/ccs1-tesla-adapter/
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    Setec CCS to Tesla Adapter

    Got my CCS adapter yesterday and looked at making sure the firmware was up to date. Have never seen a more complex process for updating a device. When you plug the device into your computer it isn't recognized and the processes to update are blocked by your web browser as being risky behavior...
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    Setec CCS to Tesla Adapter

    I have an Energica Ribelle and it will charge at 24kw on CCS with a 21.5kwh battery. The EVA 107 I had before that had a 13.5 kwh battery and it also charged at 24kw.
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    Setec CCS to Tesla Adapter

    FMinMI, I live in eastern NC and there are a lot of Greenlots DCFC in NC, VA, and northern GA that have basically been abandoned and haven't worked in well over a year. Officially they claim they operate on the 3G cell network which was supposed to be shut down. Rather than upgrade or replace...
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    Blog Harley-Davidson Launching LiveWire EV Brand

    L2 charging on the LiveWire is the same speed as L1 so CCS charging is definitely needed. I currently own an Energica Ribelle and had a Zero SR before that. With aftermarket chargers on the Zero it took two hours to fully charge at 6.3kw. The Ribelle is less than half that with CCS. Would not...
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    Setec CCS to Tesla Adapter

    The price has dropped from $980.00 to $660.00. If you want to be a tester you can get one for only $460.00. CCS Adapter | SETEC POWER (setec-power.com)
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    Oklahoma City to Little Rock

    I live south of Raleigh, NC and put the address of a friend in OKC in my M3. My M3 has me going up to I64 west and then down I44 to OKC instead of taking I40. This adds a few hundred miles and many hours to the trip. At this point there has to be a very interesting story behind why Tesla is...
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    Bike rack and back up sensors

    Another vote here for the stealth hitch. Have used it for light utility trailer towing and a hitch cargo carrier. Works well and it is completely hidden until you install the hitch to connect something to it.
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    CCS1 to Tesla Adapter is being developed by Tesla Korea Club.

    I think an adapter to charge from a CCS charger would sell a lot better than the current CHAdeMO adapter. Yes the supercharger network is great. But it is also great to have options for charging and a CCS adapter could allow the same charging speeds as the supercharger network. I would buy one...
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    Cargo Space vs Model S?

    I have a friend who was thinking about either a Model 3 or a Model Y. She needs to be able to carry a dog cage, approximate size being 36 inches long, 26 inches high and 24 inches wide. I have measured my Model 3 and the 26 inch height is the problem. Anyone know if it would fit in a Model Y...
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    Trading in a Tesla for a Tesla?

    Yeti370, yes last year I traded in my M3 LR DM for a M3P. Trade in value from Tesla was 34,400.00. Carmax was 35K. I don't remember what the KBB trade-in value was but I remember it was a LOT more than either Tesla or Carmax. I didn't get the trade-in value from Tesla until the day I was...
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    Tow Hitch?

    Stealth Hitch (and there are others) makes a trailer hitch for the Model 3. Considering the similarities between the 3 and the Y I would expect them to come out with a trailer hitch for the Model Y soon. I have the Stealth Hitch on my Model 3 and it works fine for pulling small utility trailers...
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    Coronavirus

    If you are interested in the JHU website that is tracking the COVID-19 be REALLY REALLY REALLY sure of the link before you click on it as there is a bogus site that looks just like it and will give you malware (trojan) as a result.
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    Good portable air compressor for the Model 3?

    I bought and used the Tesla tire pump and it died. The on/off switch being the culprit. Right now I have the Slime pump in my Model 3. Have looked around and it doesn't seem like there is anything that is really bullet proof as far as reliability goes. They all work for a while and then they...
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    WOW...Superbowl commercials taking aim at Tesla.

    It would be interesting to know if there has been an increase in activity on Tesla's web site since the Super Bowl. How many people who may have never heard of Tesla or know anything about electric cars decided to use Google and ended up on Tesla's web site? When Harley Davidson announced their...
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    Superchargers on I-95 (Virginia, NC)

    It isn't ideal and it isn't cheap but there is an EA station in Emporia if you have a CHAdeMO adapter. What I like most about SC in fueling stations like WAWA or Sheetz is that they are open 24/7. I have charged at SC that were located in malls when there was nothing open which makes it a bit...
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    Blog Report: Rivian to Announce Lower Price for Electric Pickup

    I like the size and the looks of Rivian's truck a lot more than Tesla's Cyber truck. A cheaper price would definitely add more appeal. But there is the issue of Tesla's Supercharger network compared the EA network. I travel a lot with my M3 and have used a lot of Superchargers, while some...
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    Buying a Spare Tire

    The Modern Spare has two different lug nut bolt patterns and it isn't marked as for which bolt pattern is for what vehicle. Lucky for me I found this out in the comfort of my own garage and not the side of the interstate in the rain. See the attached photo.
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    14-50 or Tesla Charger

    If you get a NEMA 14-50 outlet you can use it to power other things besides your charger.
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    No garage door opener?

    I am sure that most of the $300.00 that you pay for the Homelink is for the installation. I had a mobile service guy come to my house for the install and it was pretty interesting to see everything under the frunk. I was amazed at how much body work had to be removed for the install. It works...
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    HPWC vs Corded Mobile Connector vs Gen 2 Mobile Charging

    I have a M3P and use the Corded Mobile Connector and charge at 36-37 MPH at 40 amps. I think the Gen 2 is limited to 32 amps so it will be slower, have never plugged it in to check how many miles per hour it charges at.
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    Track mode disabled in Performance car?

    How long have you had it? It took a few days before it showed up on my P3D.
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    Another EV perk for not filling up at gas stations :-)

    I routinely use the Supercharger in Chester, VA which is at a WAWA and so far if my CC info has been stolen it hasn't been used. Always buy something to drink when I charge there.
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    EVGo Adding Tesla Connectors to their Chargers

    Does EVgo have anything faster than 50kW charging?
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    Dedicated Quick Chargers (time limited) SCs

    One of the issues here is if someone is planning their own route and charging stops or are they using the Tesla navigation systems to plan everything. I have always just used the Tesla navigation system. On Saturday I drove form North-east Pa to North Carolina. First SC stop was Scranton, then...
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    Few new superchargers in the US?

    TM3blu, For anyone traveling around Arkansas it is probably best to get a CHAdeMO adapter as Electrify America has five stations around the state, two are right off of I-40. Yes 50 kW isn't fast and EA chargers aren't cheap but there are not many other good options. There are multiple threads on...
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    Road Trip secret strategies

    When traveling from SC to SC be mindful of the weather, mainly heavy rain which can shorten your range due to the extra effort required to drive through water on the roads. I learned this back in October traveling from Little Rock, AR to Memphis TN. I left LIT with 15% extra and barely made it...
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    Took delivery today in Raleigh, NC, and got a great car!

    There is also a Supercharger in Cary now that is open.
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    Took delivery today in Raleigh, NC, and got a great car!

    When you are using Auto steer try changing lanes by just using your turn signal. If you turn on your left turn signal the car should move over to the left lane.
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    What to do when you get a flat tire?

    For those of you with a Modern Spare or thinking about one. Take a look at the attached photo and how I have the Model 3 lug nut holes marked.
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    What to do when you get a flat tire?

    I also have a Modern Spare for my Model 3. So one afternoon I decided to see how hard it was going to be to put the spare on while parked in my garage. Found out there are two different bolt patterns on the Modern Spare, one for Tesla, one for some other vehicle. Won't say how long it took to...
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    Is Electrify America a scam for EV's?

    No question EA chargers aren't cheap. But EVgo isn't either. But there is going to be a big difference in pricing when one charging network is designed to be for profit compared to one that is for the convenience of customers. And then you have the case with Greenlots. Greenlots is far cheaper...