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    Beltronics STI-R installer recommendations, Chicago area?

    They have about 10 stalls with usually 12 guys working there all the time. Quite impressive, majority are high end cars and they do plenty of complete custom mods and installs. Personally, they have done more pedestrian stuff on my cars. Window tint, integrate Bluetooth to head unit for...
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    Beltronics STI-R installer recommendations, Chicago area?

    I don't know anything about the particular model you are talking about, but I would trust John Samp at Abt Electronics with anything related to mobile installs. Used him for years.
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    Retractable cord reel

    You're kidding, right? Amazon.com: tool balancer As I mentioned, I bought a used one on eBay, but they are readily available, just do a search on Google for "tool balancer". Grainger has them, eBay, Amazon, etc. Make sure you get one that locks in place, though almost all should. Also, you...
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    Retractable cord reel

    I don't remember with 100% certainty, but I believe it was 12 lbs. I saw the weight of the cable in another post here and then ordered.
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    Retractable cord reel

    No doubt. I finally got off the couch and took some pics. Cheap and effective!
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    Retractable cord reel

    I did it and it was not expensive at all. Search for a "tool balancer" they usually go by weight. From memory, the cord is about 12 lbs but I found that info in the forum and bought a used one on eBay for $45. Attach it to the ceiling with a "J" hook like you use to hold a bike to the ceiling...
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    Reus Audio coming to do Chicago/Milwaukee area installs

    For some reason, it is a big secret what their prices are, but if you contact them, there are different options between $3-5k. My old Tesla had the premium sound (for $950) and my new one doesn't since I was planning on getting this system from Reus (and since they raised it to $2500 and I...
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    Reus Audio coming to do Chicago/Milwaukee area installs

    I just heard from Cliff at Reus Audio. You may have heard about them or read about them on the forum, but owners have been very happy with the sound upgrades they have done to Tesla's. I have never used them, but being dissatisfied with the stock (and premium) Tesla Audio, I figured I would give...
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    Importing a Model S into a Non-Tesla Country

    The Tesla should be perfect then for your situation (for almost any situation really...) Istanbul is great, we had 3 nights in Athens, then tonight is our 3rd night here. Significantly different than any preconceived notions an American would have about it or a Muslim county. Everyone has been...
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    Importing a Model S into a Non-Tesla Country

    As I am in Istanbul right now on vacation, are you sure you want to drive a Tesla here? Outside of the ring road that goes along the water where traffic moves quickly, the drivers and space available to move on the city streets make Chicago look simple to drive in!
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    2013 Tesla Model S 60 - SOLD - No Longer Available

    Thanks for your interest. It would tickle it, but I have 2 other people already serious about it at roughly that level. I would say that if you would pay $56k it is yours. Feel free to contact me via email at noahas at gmail .com and we can discuss offline. Is it being shipped to NZ? Noah
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    2013 Tesla Model S 60 - SOLD - No Longer Available

    No need for an insulting offer. I already have a good offer from a local high end used car dealership. As has been the case recently, Tesla's offer was below Carmax, etc. at $46k. Even the person at the dealer who presented it felt obviously bad about it.
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    2013 Tesla Model S 60 - SOLD - No Longer Available

    Price reduced, $57,800 OBO. Going to sell it within 10 days regardless. Car is in great condition inside and out!
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    2013 Tesla Model S 60 - SOLD - No Longer Available

    No, but it could be...
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    2013 Tesla Model S 60 - SOLD - No Longer Available

    2013 Tesla Model S 60 - SOLD I am selling my Model S 60 kWh as I am getting a D in February. It has always been garage kept and we don't smoke. It was purchased in April 2013 and has approximately 35,000 on it, but I drive it daily, so that number will increase with time. It is black...
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    Tan interior with black headliner. Pic?

    Sorry, they had it about 3 weeks ago when I was there. Hopefully Orlando still has it per the post below. I can tell you that I was a bit apprehensive about having a black roof, but the combination looked great, and the fact I didn't have to worry about the inevitable scuffs anymore was nice as...
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    Tan interior with black headliner. Pic?

    If no one has a picture, you can call the Oak brook, IL Tesla store as they have one and see if they will take a picture for you. I ran over there after ordering mine to look at that combination (which I also got) and it looks great!
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    Paint correction, wrap, backup installation in Chicago metro - any suggestions?

    Not sure that this will help, but ABT in Glenview has a very solid mobile area. John Samp is the manager there. They can certainly do the aftermarket backup as well as the wrap. I don't know if they do correction as well though. For just wrap, Brian King with Tufgard in Schaumburg is excellent...
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    The first thing you should do after you buy your new Tesla

    Another person here to vouch for a full car wrap. Having my last 6 cars be black I know they can look great when clean, but otherwise... As much as I almost always hand wash the car, there are a few times in the middle of winter where it is tough. All it takes is one time through the "slapping...
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    Santa Rosa - Portland and back in S60 with EVTripPlanner

    I just found the EV Trip planner site today and in checking it out, think it will be very useful whenever I do decide to take a road trip. That being said though, as the people behind it are providing the service and all the time and hard work, hosting, etc. for free, you donating is showing...
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    Phone App: iPhone/Android app

    @gbdesai Thanks for sharing this. It was really aggravating. I had tried everything I could think of, going as far as buying a new phone and still having the problem. Unfortunately, I like Lastpass far too much to give it up, so I guess it is just a matter of turning it off in Accessibility...
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    Wickedly quick

    Thought this was relevant, I just finished commenting to my wife that as I was driving back to the suburbs from downtown Chicago last night around 11pm (which unfortunately is one of the few times there is minimal traffic, so you can fly) I was driving along at around 75 when a white Tesla flies...
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    Model S Exterior: Paint Armor

    Great link to their process on the site. Also great idea for someone (like me) who has also had black cars for my last 6 cars. I wasn't even thinking about the clear bra solving the swirl and scratch problem. I was purely thinking of it protecting the front part of the car from stones getting...
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    artsci's Model S modifications

    What is the best way to safely de-badge the rear? Are the letters held on with adhesive or some how held in place with something that is like a pressure switch through the metal?
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    Good snow in Chicago today, can you share your driving experiences in it?

    This all sounds encouraging. I was reading the "winter driving impressions" thread and seeing the posts from drivers in Quebec and getting a bit nervous. Looks like it should all be good.
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    Good snow in Chicago today, can you share your driving experiences in it?

    Title says it all. I am awaiting delivery and just curious how it was in this snow. Thanks in advance.
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    1st Months Commuting Data

    Kind of off topic, but wow, that is crazy what some people I see posting are paying for electricity. We were paying $0.081/kwh and there is a big push for the municipalities in our area to negotiate for lower provider costs via competitive bid, so ours did and the rate is now down to...
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    Model S Modifications Thread

    Never heard of Alloy gator's, great product idea (although no idea why you would want a color other than black). By the way, there shouldn't be an "s" at the end of gator in the web address. Make sure you take pics/video of the mods. Can't wait to see it.