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Now - that is a creative solution for sure. :)

Appreciate the reply - she is currently an additional driver on the vehicle already. She want's to be primary so she can see all the things the primary can (like charging stats) and probably so I don't have any control of the vehicle controls moving forward. I am trying to figure out if she can...

Hi guys - I haven't been able to get a straight/clear answer from Tesla so I wanted to see if anyone here has experience with this. I have 2019 Tesla Model 3 Performance and 2020 Tesla Model X Long Range. The Model X has free unlimited supercharging, which will not transfer to a new owner. Both...

That's an idea but not sure how well wrap will adhere to those plastic parts.

Have used it for several years on my 2019 Model 3P and 2020 Model XLR white seats. It works great to reduce abrasion, stains, etc. for a couple weeks. Absolutely no problem using this on the Tesla Vegan "Leather" in white or black.

Hi all: GF is getting a '23 MYP this quarter. She ended up ordering white and is now a little upset because she isn't happy with the level of contrast from the black plastic lower rear bumper fascia vs. the white paint. I let her know that this contrast exists regardless of the color. So, I am...

I assume he is referring to the "stretch marks" on the lower side bolster. These unfortunately seem to be "normal" with use but use of a good seat cleaner can make them much less visible. You can try to continue complaining and escalating the problem - it might help but I wouldn't be all that...

Thank you so much for starting this list! Wow - didn't realize the OEM pads were so expensive. Does anyone know the material (traditional semi-metallic?) used in the OEM pads? If I ever switched, I wouldn't mind a lower dusting pad for street use...of course need something with more bite for...

Maybe consider a product like this? Air Filter Magnetic Cover Or maybe this thumb screw is a good alternative? Tesla Model 3/Y Cabin Air Filter Access Screw Alternative Replacement | eBay If you just want the OEM replacement, stop by or call your nearest service center. I am sure they have...

Ikon sells a cheap kit with stuff that might help you. https://www.ebay.com/itm/391706776999 You basically NEED to use screws or some other 'permanent' method of fastening the lip. 3M tape with promoter is great to further strengthen things, but don't solely use it unless you are okay losing...

If you are interested in breaking them up (e.g. selling one wheel at a time, especially since the tires are mismatched) let me know. I could use a rear wheel or perhaps both rears. I work in N. SD County.

You need to get the car very clean and then claybar (or clay mitt) the paint at a minimum. Then, under VERY good lighting (sunlight, gas station lights, etc.) look the paint closely for imperfections, swirls, scratches, marring, etc. It is there. If it is enough to bother you before PPF, you...

Great episode and show! Anyways, by "soak" I hope you meant you ran the ozone machine for <1 hour and then just left the windows and what not closed? Not ran the machine that long..... Another good trick is to, after doing the above, is to turn the recirc mode on in the car (not sure about the...

You sure it is just in the seat(s)? Maybe also in the armrest, seat belt, etc? Could it be in the headliner or other surfaces? My deep cleaning routine typically involves spraying diluted all purpose cleaner (Optimum Power Clean 1:10 but maybe a little stronger in this case?) on the seats...

Got my 2019 Model 3 Performance in March 2020 (demo) - now has >15,000 miles on it. Fantastic car. Missing from the pic is my Ikon front lip as the pics are probably from 6 months ago.

A lot of it depends on the prep work required as well as the work quality and pricing strategy of the vendor. To me, it seems pretty expensive though! Partial PPF with XPEL or Suntek premium is typically around $1300-$1700 around here. Ceramic coating price has massive variability (prep, CC...

Thanks for the disclosure - I wouldnt expect anyone to get off completely scott free with white floor liners but they do look nice! Now, if you could share a pic of the entire footwell with the 3D mats and those liners it would be great!

Umm...not sure I track. Partial PPF (front bumper, hood, front quarter panels, mirrors) is <$1500 with high-quality PPF. A repaint on those panels, if necessary, will be more costly than $1500 and can lead to other problems (like overspray or overall de-valuation). I think the real question is...

Thanks for the info and link! They look great but shipping $ is kinda holding me back.

Can you share more info on the white floor liners you bought?

I also use ONR regularly but will do a full foam and soap/bucket wash every couple weeks. If the "butt" of my car has a nice layer of dust/dirt, which is frequently accumulates, I will rinse that area down (regular hose, no pressure washer needed) with water before doing an ONR wash. Its a...

No, not at all. I'm talking about independent wheel repair specialists. It sounds like your issue lends itself well to a mobile repair that wont require even dismounting the wheel/tire from the vehicle. https://www.yelp.com/search?find_desc=mobile+wheel+repair&find_loc=Chicago%2C+IL

Best thing to do is to try and clean up the chip area with a small nub of sandpaper, dab some body filler in there and then sand smooth when it dries. Then you need to find a touch-up paint that you believe matches the finish best. Alternative would be to find a wheel repair specialist (mobile...

I only have 15K miles on my model 3 and take effort to wash my hands before I use my car if possible. So, I can't speak to a 3+ year old wheel with many many hours of use. Best advice I can provide to reduce wear on synthetic or real leather steering wheels is to avoid wearing rings or other...

What specific pieces are you referring to with the PPF? I am not familiar with whatever Tesla offers/offered and didnt find anything on their website: https://shop.tesla.com/category/vehicle-accessories/model-3#model-3.exterior

Unbelievably positive customer support from 3D Mats. I am happy to have purchased mats from them for both of my Teslas and will intend on supporting them in the future. They really stand behind their products.

Beautiful pictures guys - who is selling their set (must be black, 22" preferred) in SoCal? PM me!

Hi all: I find that the 20" slipstream wheels tuck into the wheel wells a bit too far and could probably benefit from a reasonable size spacer in the rear and small one in the front. I am having trouble finding guidance on this. Has anyone here added spacers to the 20" wheels on their model...

Shoot- no idea where the order info is at this point but here are some pictures of the mats (I just cleaned them with soap and water prior drying for this picture). The rear mat has the nice rich color still whereas my driver and passenger mats have what appear to be permanent markings all over...

@3DMatsUSA Any tips for "reviving" 3D Kagu mats that have suffered some wear from hard soled shoes? My driver's side matt looks okay but not great due to wear/scuffs on the surface. It is basically a less dark, rich color than the other mats now. I've cleaned the mats and applied 303 Aerospace...

The other thing I'd recommend you do is use a dryer (like a master blaster, metrovac, air compressor, leaf blower, etc.) to dry your wheels/etc after washing. Looks like you are getting some water pooling behind the cap so you want to blow as much of it out during the drying process.

hub rust is normal but it does appear like you have a little more than expected. If it really bothers you, use a wire brush to clean the area and existing surface rust and then apply naval jelly or similar. You can also clean the area and paint with a rust-retarding product. But in the end...

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I've done some reading after I posted the question above. I think the primary variables are load rating of the 21" Tesla wheels (aka who knows) on the heavy model X as well as challenges in matching the wheel/tire outer diameter vs. the stock specs. As I have personally experienced on my model...

Vorsteiner one is a bit too much for me personally. Dont expect any benefit (or significant degradation either) from a front lip spoiler. The only one with any data is the UP one but I think driving style will always be the main variable when it comes to efficiency. PS - I have the Ikon one and...

Sorry guys to revive this but just looking for a definitive answer. Can the model S 21" turbines (staggered) be used as-is on the model X? I have both 20" as well as 22" now for the X but thinking 21" might be a happier medium and OEM wheels (or OEM look) seem to be optimal for me.

If you want the authentic stuff, you need to contact an authorized distributor that can sell/ship to your country. Distributors - Alcantara In terms of color, I am pretty sure it is either 9002 Anthracite or 9052 Dark Charcoal. I have a white interior so I can't confirm a swatch against it so...

Thank you for posting! I ended up installing the glossy CF version and didn't bother wrapping to get a matte effect -- it wasn't worth it based on the cost. I like the way the matte looks! Regarding fitment, I don't see any difference in fitment between glossy and matte from the pictures...

Hehe, i loved Zaino back in the day. I probably layered like 50 coats of Z2 or Z5 on over time. Car looked great...of course. OP -- ONR is a great start. But you need some protection on there. I personally would apply Opti Gloss Coat after a light polish...assuming your car's paint is in great...

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The HRE FF01s I have are -- Front: 20x9.5 ET 35 Rear: 20x10.5 ET 45 As mentioned above, I added a 5mm spacer to the rear. Here are some pictures so you can see what it looks like (esp the front fitment)

I have 20" FF01 gloss black on my model 3. The fronts I think are pretty much perfect in terms of being flush however the rears were a little sunk in. I hate to admit it but I am using small (5mm) spacers on my rear wheels -- looks much better!

Simple, and I personally do not apply any protectant to the leather steering wheels in my car. All you need to do to ensure the steering wheel cover stays in great shape are: Don't wear jewelry on your hands/fingers that can contact/scuff/scratch the steering wheel. Wash your hands before you...

I wasn't aware of the BGS so the post above prompted me to quickly search about it. Sounds interesting but at $30...that is a lot for a sponge. FYI, for $18 I think this is the exact same product? Big Gold Sponge Also, I personally don't like the idea of a black sponge unless it is being used...

I use the BRS for my ONR washes. In addition to all the slotted segments, it is soft enough to maneuver around and fit in tight areas like behind door handles, grills, around mirrors, etc. No issue at all. I've been using the BRS for >2 years and it is has been through the wash cycle in my...

Right -- I had them refinished as I had planned if I didn't find a buyer for them with the prior staining. Same wheels/tires/TPMS -- just freshly redone!

Tesla window is open and how to reset it

You need to have the glass adjusted. "Resetting" the window won't allow you to really change its full up position.

I get it, but even with adhesive around the perimeter gunk is going to find its way in there. With just expanding fasteners, you can easily take it off a couple times a year to allow a cleaning. FYI, the adhesive promoter in the IKON kit is in a squeeze tube but I'd recommend squirting it on a...

I used a bunch of the expanding fasteners (e.g. "push pins") and no adhesive. Not sure why adhesive would be necessary at all. FYI, if you are looking for a decent cheap kit with adhesive and adhesive promoter, IKON Motorsports is selling one on the Bay