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Hmmm... The Tesla Service Center just send me an email saying that they had to order additional parts to fix my problem. Here's what they ordered: HEAT EXCHANGER,RAVEN Part #: 1478201-00-B Order Date: February 2, 2021 Has anyone had their Heat Exchanger replaced to resolve the Gearbox Service...

Happened to me too, on my 2020 Model S LR w/8k miles. I just dropped it off at the Tesla Service Center. They said they would be replacing a pump today. I'll post results after the work is done.

Yup, mine too (2020 LR)! I had the half-shaft replacement a couple of months ago and so far no more noise. I don't really drive it super-hard, though, and really never fully "launch" it unless I'm showing it off to someone who's never ridden in a Tesla (just to see their expression!). I did...

Sorry for my delayed response, TSLA Pilot! Here are the parts that were installed on my Tesla last month that seemed to solve my clattering problem: Parts Ordered FRONT HALF SHAFT, MODEL S, LH, PM Part #: 1138040-00-B Order Date: November 16, 2020 FRONT HALF SHAFT, MODEL S, RH, PM Part #...

I bought this little guy on Amazon for <$6 and it made removing my Model 3 center caps easy-peasy! Can't get much simpler than this... https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B015T58AUW/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I convinced the local Tesla Service Center to update my Half-Shafts with the latest version last week, after experiencing the clattering sound under heavy acceleration since I picked up my car in March (2020 LR Raven). They had initially said my car already had the latest half-shaft revision...

Those are exactly the symptoms I'm experiencing!

Thanks serendipitous! I'm going to ask that these latest half shafts be installed on my car. I really don't drive my car particularly "hard," but I do find myself accelerating much more quickly from stop lights than I ever used to do with my old Lexus LS, and it bugs me to hear any signs of...

I'm doing great, FatherTo1! Loving my Model S and having no real regrets on switching from my old Lexus LS600hL. For me, it's really about the unbeatable drivetrain and constantly updating technology that has kept me happy with the Model S... I sprung for the FSD back when it was $7k, and am...

FatherTo1: Did the updated half shafts fix your shudder? I've experienced a clattering on hard acceleration with my 2020 Model S LR (Raven) since I bought it. When I had it looked at back in March, the service center confirmed the problem, but said I had the latest "D" revision for the half...

I paid $700 to have PPF applied to the front of my 2020 Model S. It covers the front bumper and about 1/3 of the hood, along with the headlights and side-view mirrors. Mostly just the high-impact spots for rock chips. I think it was worth it. I'm still contemplating having a Ceramic layer...

Doesn't sound like you're at all tempted to go back to your Lexus LS, huh? Me neither! Now that I'm pretty used to having insane, instantly available, nearly silent torque and acceleration, I don't think I could ever go back to an ICE car, even one as well built as a Lexus LS. You (and others...

If you go spend some time on the Lexus forums, you'll find many expensive problems are fairly common even with these cars which have the top ratings for reliability. I owned several Lexus LS's prior to making the switch to Tesla this spring, and was really active on the Lexus forums. The LS's...

You just have to drop the auto insurance to have them pay out the full balance in your "Subscriber's Savings Account." I still have life insurance with them and checking/savings accounts. They used to be by far the best auto insurance rates in the industry (back in the 80s and 90s). I'd...

I'm happy I bought a Demo Model S LR in March. I got nearly $6k off, and the car had 600 miles. It had a build date of 12/19, so slightly dated, but it was in nearly perfect shape except for some curb rash under the front fascia. That almost made me say no, but in the end, I'm glad I took...

I had USAA car insurance for over 30 years, but recently discovered that I could save a ton of money by combining my car insurance with my homeowner's insurance through American Family. I'm 56 and my wife and I insure 4 cars through AmFam for a total cost of $1100 every 6 months (for full...

I'm also confused by Premium Connectivity. My wife and I bought our Teslas at the same time (a 2020 Model S LR for me and a 2020 Model 3 LR for her). I was told when we bought them that both would come with 1 year of "free" connectivity, and that after the 12 months we'd have to pay a monthly...

Wow! I am realizing that I have some REALLY cheap insurance here in Nebraska! My wife and I have four cars on our auto policy with American Family. A 2020 Model S, a 2020 Model 3, a 2006 Lexus SC430, and a 2018 Ram 1500. For full coverage on all 4 cars, we pay $2200 per YEAR. I'm 56 with no...

One of the things that impresses me about this new software is how the car is definitely watching the stoplights and reacting appropriately, in preparation for the next step where the car will simply drive through green lights and stop at reds (and make a good decision on yellows). Example...

My 2020 Long Range has a manufacture date of 12/19 on the door jamb, and I do have the E-series batteries so I guess I'm out of luck for the LR+ Upgrade... Oh well, I'm very happy with the car so far, and just added FSD to it his past week (which I do enjoy!). I like the wheels on my car better...

Yeah, I don't know if I would be willing to risk damaging my car using Smart Summon just yet, unless it was raining hard and in a parking lot that was mostly empty. I tend to park far away from other cars whenever possible, so I would probably have a bit less risk than others who park in the...

I'll be happy to share my experiences to help you decide on your own! I did have the opportunity to use the Summon feature yesterday, and it worked perfectly! I am a real estate agent and met with a client at a home showing. I had parked in the driveway, and when my client arrived and pulled...

I've heard the rumors that the price will increase in July, in theory in conjunction with the release of new functionality (Reverse Summon, Auto Driving on City Streets, etc.). That's what made me go ahead and buy now. Once I decided to purchase FSD, I didn't see any advantage to waiting, as I...

I've been on the fence ever since I got my LR model a month ago as to whether I'd get any benefit from the FSD upgrade. I've done a lot of reading to fully understand what exactly that $7k would get me, and I know many people on this forum have strong opinions on this subject. In the end, I...

That sounds more like what I'm getting. There really is no shuddering of the car itself, just a rapid clicking sound as I accelerate past about 45 mph with quick acceleration. Perhaps a different problem than the one others have been experiencing?

I actually haven't really set any Geo-Fences to raise my suspension, and always have it set on "normal" height (not high or low). I know it lowers automatically at highway speeds. My slight clicking sound isn't too obnoxious, but is pretty consistent if I go heavy on the throttle, and takes...

I've only really ever known my 2020 LR model, but it is pretty amazing, and I'm glad to hear about the continual improvements Tesla has been making over these years. Especially those updates that can be pushed to my new car via OTA updates in the future! I'm still really toying with buying...

Lexus LS600hL... The flagship of Lexus! I do miss some of the features of that car, but wouldn't go back...

I have a 2020 LR model with the clattering sound on full-throttle acceleration. I happens nearly every time, so easy to replicate. I did a video of it and sent it to my SA. Their answer was basically that my car has the latest Version D Half-Shafts and Cleavis mounts, so there's really not...

Yes, what MP3Mike said is right. By buying the ESA at the 6-month point, I'd only be out the interest I could have earned on that $4250 over 3.5 years. That's all I would be risking by buying at that point, and in exchange I would be reserving the opportunity to decide later if I'd like to...

I'll definitely want to wait until I get closer to the 180 day mark to purchase, as I want to minimize the time I'm giving Tesla this "no-interest loan," but it does seem wise to go ahead and buy now and then re-evaluate when I get close to the 4-year point.

I am a new Tesla Model S owner (took delivery of my Long Range Model S last month), and I'm reading about the Tesla ESA with interest. Since I'm in the first 180 days of ownership, it looks like the 4-year ESA would cost me $4250. From reading the "fine print," I see that this warranty is...

Thanks for all the responses! We do have two actual electronic wall chargers installed in our garage. One is a "Juice-Box" and is a plug-in unit. I just ordered the appropriate NEMA Adapter from the Tesla site to enable me to plug into this existing 220v outlet (it's a NEMA 14-50 plug for...

My wife just upgraded her Chevy Bolt (leased) to a new 2020 Tesla Model 3, and is loving her new baby! We had previously had a 220v car charger installed in our garage to quickly charge the Bolt, and with the new Tesla, I have been simply using the adapter provided to plug the Tesla into our...

I took my 2020 Raven LR in for this exact problem. My service guy confirmed the clicking sound on hard acceleration, but said the engineers were still trying to come up with a fix for the newer models. He said all of the parts he has available to replace the half-shafts and clevis mount are...

I just purchased a 2020 LR model, but I don't think it will be possible to upgrade it to a LR+... I'm actually not sure what you are referring to about the -F battery? How can I tell if my car has this configuration? My car was manufactured in 12/2019 I believe. I'd love the added range, though...

Nice looking 2007! Yeah, the SC430s are pretty special, in my mind, and while a totally different "vibe" from my 2020 S LR, a very nice ride on a warm summer evening!

I recently switched from a 2010 Lexus LS600hL (big V8 with hybrid motors also) to a 2020 Tesla Model S. The jury is still out on whether the advanced tech of the Tesla will make me happier than the quality and reliability of my Lexus. I still have a mint-condition 2006 Lexus SC430 (retractable...

I just bought a 2020 Tesla Model S LR to replace my 2010 LS600hL. I've been a long-time Lexus fan, and my LS600hL was really the pinnacle of Lexus luxury refinement. It had a 5.0L V8 engine PLUS a hybrid system to provide nearly V12 power and refinement. It was incredibly quiet, smooth, and...

Okay, I've officially placed the order for the 2020 LR Model S! Thanks to everyone for their great advice/thoughts! I'm going to end up paying $78,490 for the car (which includes the destination charge). I feel that this is a solid deal, especially when I plugged in a custom order for an...

Good point about the model year having an impact on the resale. I think that's a carryover from "traditional" car manufacturers that is likely to continue to factor into buyers' minds for the immediate future. If you go to buy an ICE car that is leftover from the previous year, there's almost...

I'm starting to be convinced that the extra $7k cost to go with the 2020 LR model may be smart. While I don't plan on doing many road trips, the extra range will always be a plus for this car, and it does get extremely cold here in Nebraska, which will reduce the range dramatically. I actually...

Can anyone help me understand what the difference is between the LR+ and the LR model? Seems like the hardware is identical. Is it just software that squeezes the extra 17 miles of range from the batteries? Any other differences? Thanks! Rick

I've looked back at the listing for the 2020 Long Range model available for $77,270. I had mistakenly been calling it a Long Range Plus + model, but now that I look closer I see that it's just a Long Range, not a LR+. I guess I didn't realize there was a difference... Anyway, this LR model is...

The 2019 I'm considering is a Standard Range model (75 kWh), and it's rated at 0-60 in 4.0 seconds, vs the 3.6 second rating for the current LR+ models. I'm okay with this "slow-poke" of a car, as 4.0 seconds to 60 would probably melt my face off just fine... I think the main difference that...

Very good point! whitex! I do tend to agree that I'll end up never missing the extra range or slightly better 0-60 time, and the $7500 lower cost will be very useful in the long run... I'm planning to use Tesla financing to make the purchase process smoother, but then pay off the loan...

Thanks for the advice, AYCE! Both cars represent a roughly $5500 discount from full list price. The 2020 LR+ has 616 miles as a "fleet vehicle" and the 2019 has 160 miles as a "fleet vehicle." I guess these miles probably don't matter much, as both come with the full warranty and should be...

Sunday, 3/1 - Ordered M3 LR/AWD, Midnight Silver Metallic, Aero wheels, no FSD Friday, 3/6 - Discovered VIN has been assigned! (I called Tesla because I saw several inbound M3 inventory cars coming to the Kansas City location and was considering swapping for one of those - Advisor checked and...

Great advice from all! I'm leaning towards the 2019, as I do believe it has virtually everything the 2020 has (except for the lower range due to the 75 batteries). The 2019 had the FSD pre-installed, which I will have removed to get to the price I mentioned... Hope they somehow manage to...