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  1. JohnNick72

    Ended: Tesla Model 3 Accessories (like new)

    Update: Listing is ended. I’ll be selling all the items locally in Houston. Thanks for the looks.
  2. JohnNick72

    Ended: Tesla Model 3 Accessories (like new)

    Sorry, had to travel for work. Just seeing these notes as the forum didn’t email me notifications. I didn’t take pictures of these because that’s a hassle, sorry. If that becomes a critical factor, I can do prior to finalizing a sale. Otherwise, everything looks as you’d see on the website...
  3. JohnNick72

    Ended: Tesla Model 3 Accessories (like new)

    I've sold both my 2020 Model 3 SR+ & 2021 Model 3 Performance and have a stash of accessories that need to go. All items are in excellent/like new condition as I'm OCD about cleanliness, and didn't use either car very much. - (Used/Like New) Tesla All Weather Model 3 Floor Liners - MSRP $225...
  4. JohnNick72

    Auto wipers activating when sun shining directly on windshield

    I’ve had this before, but not often. Not exactly sure what combination of clean/dirty window and sun/shade/reflection triggers it. It happens more often in my wife’s ‘20 Audi Q7.
  5. JohnNick72

    Tire Tread Life vs. Your Driving Style

    Me too…. I’ve never gotten more than 12k miles on any tire on any car or truck I’ve owned. Folks getting 20+k should feel good, or they do a lot of extended driving. I’m almost always in town, short trips. Fast take off, fast turn in and out. Not really into drifting or burnouts, but my tires...
  6. JohnNick72

    Price of used Model 3s is amazing right now! [Summer 2021]

    Submit it again and see if there is a place where you tell them what you want for the car. Pretty sure how that is the way I submitted mine. Told them what I wanted, and that's what they came back with in the offer. Good luck!
  7. JohnNick72

    Price of used Model 3s is amazing right now! [Summer 2021]

    Sold my ‘20 Model 3 SR+ (Blue, Black, Aero) to VROOM in Houston, TX for $38,500. 94% of MSRP - crazy!! Loving my new ‘21 Model 3 Performance. Got blue again, but with white interior this time and mine has the new front door trim that carries around the white and silver trim from the dash. Looks...
  8. JohnNick72

    Model 3 Performance Waiting Room

    Ordered the ‘21 Model 3 Performance in Blue with White interior on May 31st, took delivery in Houston TX ahead of indicated date on Thursday, June 10th. Paint, panels, etc all looked great. I can confirm the passenger side lumbar is gone. No big deal as my wife never used it and is seldom in...
  9. JohnNick72

    USB port error

    I’ve had this problem and believe it’s from the USB drive overheating. Only happened with the little Sandisk 128MB ultra disk drives, never had an issue with using the Samsung T5 portable SSD.
  10. JohnNick72

    Wireless Charger - IPhone 12 Max

    I have the iPhone 12 Pro Max with the Apple MagSafe Leather case and the Tesla branded wireless pad for my Model 3 and it charges fine. The fit is tight and I have to push the phone down/under the bottom “lip” a little, but it ends up fitting and charging fine.
  11. JohnNick72

    Discussion: Floor Mats in Model 3

    The Tesla all weather mats are excellent. Only reason not to buy them is to save a few bucks, or just to be different. If you want a precise OEM fit, style, and appearance, I highly recommend them. I have the Frunk, Trunk, and both the All Weather Liners. I think they are made by WeatherTech...
  12. JohnNick72

    HANSSHOW Trunk Liftgate v3 install

    It’s ridiculously simple to get the rear seat base out and use the 12v connection right there. I did it and suggested it 3-4 times in this very thread. Literally takes 2 minutes or less. Once you’ve done the install you’ll see nothing is “hard” but some parts are a PITA. Be patient and it’s a...
  13. JohnNick72

    HANSSHOW Trunk Liftgate v3 install

    The “something” cable is part of a “pass through harness” provided in the kit that ties the Hansshow controller into the existing trunk button and latch. It has identical bare wire connections to match to. You fish both cables up at the same time, unless you don’t want to put the new internal...
  14. JohnNick72

    HANSSHOW Trunk Liftgate v3 install

    They connect to one of the other trunk plugs provided in the kit that you attach to the existing plug. Don’t remember which, but there are 2 plugs on your trunk now that you’d unplug. Then you put the Hansshow “pass through harness” in and plug back in the Tesla cable and connect/plug the...
  15. JohnNick72

    HANSSHOW Trunk Liftgate v3 install

    It didn’t show well in the video, but he pulled through 2 “strands” of wiring for the trunk plugs. One has a plug you have to take of and put back on & the other is 4 (I think) bare wires. For whatever reason the kit doesn’t include a plug for the bare wires on either side, so you see him...
  16. JohnNick72

    HANSSHOW Trunk Liftgate v3 install

    Mine took around 2 weeks to Houston, TX. No interim updates until a day or two before, then got a DHL notification and package a day or two later. I think there was a tracking number on the invoice, but it wasn’t very informative until the package cleared customs and was almost delivered.
  17. JohnNick72

    HANSSHOW Trunk Liftgate v3 install

    I’d send a What’s App to the service number for whichever vendor you used, but you can try this too. Manually press the trunk lid closed, and check the latch alignment on the way down. If that seems off adjust. Then, use the trunk button to open, press and hold the reset button on the...
  18. JohnNick72

    HANSSHOW Trunk Liftgate v3 install

    This video has good detail on running strut wires under the bumper & the whole install:
  19. JohnNick72

    HANSSHOW Trunk Liftgate v3 install

    I do have the V4 Hansshow, with the CANBUS plugged in and I am still seeing the open/opened cycling on the screen (animation). I’m just a consumer & SR+ owner with the experience of installing what was sent to me, but I don’t think there’s a way to get the touchscreen to switch from “Open” to...
  20. JohnNick72

    HANSSHOW Trunk Liftgate v3 install

    I think buyers should reach their own conclusion on “better.” After watching too many install videos, I picked the Hansshow Trunk & Tesla Offer Frunk. The items that Tesla Offer notes as advantages of their kit are subjective. On the extremes of build tolerances, the soft covered struts will...
  21. JohnNick72

    Annoying CNN article...

    LOL, a “firm tug.” Maybe he/she is was just a sissy! I’d call it a deliberate movement. Overriding, lane departure systems in some of my other ICE cars has required more force, if I recall correctly. j
  22. JohnNick72

    HANSSHOW Trunk Liftgate v3 install

    “Properly displayed” may be subjective. The reply I got overnight on the benefit of the OBD/CAN (aka CANBUS) plug was: from Hansshow support, via What’sApp: 2. The Trunk Upgrade Kit is for V1, V2, V3 power trunk upgrade to the latest V4. – Update the software and electric suction lock, achieve...
  23. JohnNick72

    HANSSHOW Trunk Liftgate v3 install

    Yes, it works either way. I tested the existing trunk button (external), the new trunk button (internal), kick sensor, Tesla App, and Touchscreen with and without the OBD/CAN passthrough harness plugged in. Functionally, I couldn't tell any difference. On the touchscreen, when the Trunk is...
  24. JohnNick72

    HANSSHOW Trunk Liftgate v3 install

    Interesting... I went ahead and left it plugged in. It’s easy enough to unplug if something starts to act strangely. I’d also recommend using the 12v Power and Ground tap under the rear passenger seat. It’s super clean and easy to do it this way. I removed the side piece (bolster) of the seat...
  25. JohnNick72

    HANSSHOW Trunk Liftgate v3 install

    I got the V4 Trunk Kit, & I’ve plugged in the OBD/CAN cabling. I can’t see the it does anything differently than without. Also, not sure why the harness has two small plugs, but we only have one connection coming from the controller. Maybe it’s the same harness for Trunk + Frunk?? Anyway, can...
  26. JohnNick72

    Hansshow vs Tesla Offer Power Frunk/Trunk - which one to buy?

    I recently ordered/installed the Tesla Offer V2 Frunk unit with the (add on) Homelink unit for my ‘20 SR+. Shipping was relatively quick and traceable from China (Ordered from Tesla Offer Website). The install was pretty easy after I figured out a few gaps between the kit and the install...
  27. JohnNick72

    light hearted request... your car name? - and why

    Tessa Blue, because she’s blue and it rhymes with our new puppy Tigger Roo who rides in her to and from Doggie Daycare each day when there’s not a global pandemic keeping us at home. :)
  28. JohnNick72

    SR/SR+ (Model 3 RWD) Waiting Room

    Turns out that there was a little delay in my delivery. Apparently, my car was one of the first to start it’s journey on a train to Arkansas, then finish via truck to Houston. Anyway, it was ready for delivery on Wed, but I was busy, so picked it up yesterday - 3/21. What a fun car! Added...
  29. JohnNick72

    New Car Protection Costs

    This is the correct answer to the pondering. Save the money and fix the damage that’ll invariably happen along the way if/when you want to. PPF doesn’t protect against much.
  30. JohnNick72

    SR/SR+ (Model 3 RWD) Waiting Room

    For what it’s worth, I ordered a SR+ in Blue with Black Interior & 18” wheels on 2/28. I got the VIN on 3/2 & have my delivery scheduled for 3/14. It’s delivering to TX. I guess it can be really quick sometimes!
  31. JohnNick72

    Texas buyers. Bank wants title transfer guarantee doc

    You’ll get the plates from the Tax Collector Assessor also. No need to go to DMV office.
  32. JohnNick72

    Gen 3 Wall Connector *stock question*

    Thanks, but I’m good as of today. I checked earlier and it was back in stock. Got the email a few hours later. LOL.
  33. JohnNick72

    Texas buyers. Bank wants title transfer guarantee doc

    Yeah, it’s a bit of a PITA... You’ll need to go to the Travis County Tax Assessor/Collectors Office with some paperwork and pay the taxes. I did this once with an out of state vehicle purchase. They’ll need the MVPA, insurance, DL, completed Title & Registration Form (pull them off the...
  34. JohnNick72

    Gen 3 Wall Connector *stock question*

    No idea, but I hope the 18’ comes back in stock soon. My car is already ordered and should be delivered on the 14th. So, I want it now! Wondering if I can extend the cable on the 8’ somehow... :-(
  35. JohnNick72

    Texas buyers. Bank wants title transfer guarantee doc

    I had a similar issue with the local CU’s here in Houston. They would do a Tesla loan. I did some Googling, and went with Alliant (online). Their rates seemed competitive to the advertised rates around here for a 72 mo. loan with top tier credit, and it’s a super easy process. Ordered the car...