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  1. jostrick

    So, uh, stay away from dump trucks

    I've used this for chips/cracks on plenty of cars to fix/prevent further spread. Your chips won't necessarily spider out and turn into cracks but there is the possibility. Definitely worth the $10 and 15 minutes as opposed to potentially buying a new $1,200 windshield...
  2. jostrick

    Should I get PPF on my new midnight silver Model 3?

    The Tesla certified body/paint shop in my city uses the exact kit you can find on the Tesla website. Unless you know where the chip was and look really closely, you can't tell that the paint was touched up or chipped in the first place. I haven't personally used it, but I have seen the results...
  3. jostrick

    Should I get PPF on my new midnight silver Model 3?

    I have a MSM 3 and got full front Xpel PPF the day after I received the car (12/2019) because of advice from other Tesla owners. It was around $2k and was the thicker, 10 mil wrap from Xpel. Yes, it is self healing with scratches but the damage you get on the front of the car isn't from...
  4. jostrick

    When will you upgrade?

    I'll get a new Tesla the day after 4680 cells are in the packs and the paint process is upgraded to match that of other luxury brands (aka not located in California).
  5. jostrick

    Selling my 2020 model 3: where can I sell it?

    onlyusedtesla.com Website will also help you price your car if you filter by sold vehicles that match your trim/miles/etc.
  6. jostrick

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

    Any issues with the cups scratching the trunk?
  7. jostrick

    Real world experience with chrome delete

    I've had my chrome delete for 17 months now - professionally installed for $600, 3M vinyl. As long as you aren't directly pressure washing it or picking at it, you should be fine. I do drive thru touchless washes weekly and high pressure washes once or twice a month. There's more chance of you...
  8. jostrick

    Looking for some straight answers on Model 3 Performance Tires

    I live down the road in Richmond and have had no issues with snow/ice/cold with my stock Michelin PS4s over the past two winters. With the few times we get "real" winter weather, I can't warrant buying winter/all-season tires.
  9. jostrick

    Model 3 Tint (pictures?)

    I can't remember exactly, but want to say it was $450 for sides and back. That also included an upcharge because 1) They don't keep 20% readily in stock and 2) they bought a "special" wider roll so that they could do the back glass in one piece. You are correct, I have Prime XR, not Prime XR...
  10. jostrick

    Has anyone had their Model 3 make sounds like this and then half the car stop working?

    I had a similar noise back in December. In the video below you can hear the final 7 seconds of it (lasted about a minute). It sounds a lot like yours the first couple of seconds before it spools down. Took it to the Service Center and they replaced my condenser (free, warranty). Not sure why...
  11. jostrick

    Model 3 Tint (pictures?)

    5% is limo tint (as dark as you can get). The percentage is how much light is permitted through the tint. 80% would be very close to completely transparent.
  12. jostrick

    Model 3 Tint (pictures?)

    I would caution you to look at some photos of the tint you want in direct light. The 80% tint in the overcast weather above looks like my 20% on a sunny day. Additionally, the tint you want on your 3 is going to look a lot lighter than on other cars because the glass roof lets in a lot of...
  13. jostrick

    Annoying sound

    A 3 LR will beat YOUR 7 year old P85D. And a 3 LR with the Acceleration Boost option (I'll wait while you Google that) will walk it regardless the conditions. Race against a M3P wouldn't even be fun for either party. Battery degradation alone, your car isn't near as fast as it was when new and...
  14. jostrick

    Annoying sound

    Does someone else want to tell him how even a Model 3 LR will smoke his P85D or should I? Also, more fun to drive? I know it's a matter of opinion but most reviews conclude that the S handles like a boat compared to the 3 (especially a 2014 model)... Your question could have been easily Googled...
  15. jostrick

    Retrofit/upgrade [of 2021 model 3 features into older model 3s]

    Are you referring to buying these parts from the SC? Do they have a "parts department" like traditional dealers? I'm looking to retrofit the non-chrome trim pieces from the '21 to my '20.
  16. jostrick

    Chrome Delete on White M3P

    Make the tint installer aware that the chrome pieces are wrapped. Installers have to fake out the door while it's open so that the window goes all the way up allowing them to put the tint on. While they're waiting for the tint to dry enough to allow it to roll down to shut the door, they...
  17. jostrick

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

    Same, but different.
  18. jostrick

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

    Nothing beats seeing it in person if you have a Tesla store near you. For me, the chrome delete (including the emblems being sent off to get painted) was $600 and the tint (4 windows, one piece back glass) was $450. I've seen both modifications listed cheaper in larger markets but those...
  19. jostrick

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

    2020 MSM Performance with satin black chrome delete and 20% ceramic tint. The paint has a lot more blue in it under most lighting (color of rear quarter panel around tail light).
  20. jostrick

    Performance Waiting Room

    I was supposed to receive delivery today at 10:30am (12/18). Got a text late last night from my SA saying the car hadn't arrived yet and that we would need to move my pickup back to 5pm the same day. Just called my SA to confirm that the car arrived last night/this morning and he said it's...
  21. jostrick

    Tint Estimate

    I've gotten a few quotes from respectable shops in my area for ceramic tint on all 4 side windows and rear glass: Prime XR Nano-Ceramic for $399 and $450 as well as Prime XR Plus Nano-Ceramic for $699. All of these estimates include doing the back glass in one piece as opposed to two. OP...
  22. jostrick

    Performance Waiting Room

    P3D Silver/black, grey rims Ordered: 12/5 Delivery text: 12/15 Pickup: 12/18 Richmond, VA PPF front wrap, 20% ceramic tint, satin black chrome delete to come. I can’t say enough about how great the experience was with Carvana buying my old car. They gave me a better offer than the dealer that...
  23. jostrick

    Performance Waiting Room

    When you log into your Tesla account, your reservation number should show above the "MANAGE" button in the pane about your order.
  24. jostrick

    Vendor 20% Off - So.Cal. PPF/Ceramic Coatings/Tint/Chrome Delete and More!!

    Is this chrome delete done in gloss black? Can't quite tell if it's that or satin.
  25. jostrick

    Tint Help

    I see your rear tint goes around the brake light. Does anyone know if there two are different "cuts" for the back glass tint on the M3? From pictures I've seen on multiple threads, it looks like there is a version that isn't cut around the rear brake light. All of the camera angles for these...
  26. jostrick

    Deep Blue Metallic - Show me pictures of your car today!

    Sorry about straying from the main topic of the thread... Thanks for your response. I'm going to make my Tesla badges black but didn't know if it was possible to have them wrapped (too delicate?). I'll probably follow in your footsteps and have them painted. I appreciate you straightening me...
  27. jostrick

    Deep Blue Metallic - Show me pictures of your car today!

    @jkoya @CaptainMorgs, two questions: 1) How did you handle the chrome delete with the "dual motor" badge on the rear trunk? 2) Did you chrome delete the Tesla badges as well? (I believe you did but can barely see glimpses in photos posted)