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    Supercharger cable

    2024 Model X does not have a manual supercharger cable release
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    Model Y Delivery - My Full List of Build Issues - How Serious Are These?

    My son, an engineer, took pocession of a new Model Y last week. He was concerned about the quality control issue after reading all the blogs the last 6 months. He made a long list of all the issues that had come up and was going to give the car a good inspection before accepting. He went over...
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    Summary of Tampa to Spokane Trip - Success!

    Thanks for sharing your trip. Thinking about doing a similar trip from Sarasota to the west coast and then back. Also have a 2020 Model X with extended range. Will probably put my bike hitch on and take two bikes. Going to wait a month or so and she what happens nationally. We would like to take...
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    What is this new icon?

    So to activate Sentry Mode you touch the icon?
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    Anyone received delivery of 2019 'Raven' Refresh?

    Interested on how you traded in your 2016 Model X for a 2019 Model X? I also have a 2016 Model X and would like to get a 2019. Did Tesla take your 2016 in on a trade?
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    Self Built Spare Tire Compartment

    Purchased a spare tire from Amazon along with a scissor jack. Put the spare in the rear cargo hold and built a compartment to hold tire and kit. Built the compartment out of plywood and then covered it with matching black carpet. Looks as if it came from the factory. Still have room for...
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    Rear Reflector

    Where can I purchase a new left rear red plastic reflector? This is the small reflector on the lower bumper on the rear of the Model X.
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    Rear Model X wheel and tire on front in an emergency?

    I just had my third flat tire experience with a Tesla. First flat tire was three years ago in my S model, the next two where with my X model. In all three cases the tire repair kit did not stop the small nail puncture from leaking. In my first experience with my model S it was three hours before...
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    Evacuating Hurricane Irma in a Tesla

    I evacuted from Sarasota using I-75 up to and pass Atlanta. Form there we headed to NE Alabama. I was very happy I had a Tesla. The traffic was horrible and any exit that had a gas station open had lines of cars, some times backed up out to the interstate. Never had a problem with the...
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    Headliner Fit and Finish Issue

    Picked up my Model X 90D yesterday. Got a call a few days before from my DS telling me the only issue they found during the predelivery inspection was the space in the headliner as it attaches to the rear of the window. They ordered a new one and it wasn't in yet and they gave me the option of...
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    Model X June Deliveries

    Picked up my Model X yesterday,[ Vin 45XX] only issue was headliner needs to be replaced. Part on order and will return to have it fixed. Car is fantastic, drove from Tampa to Sarasota using the auto steering feature. Very impressive. Even though I had a Model S for three years, still a lot to...
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    Model X June Deliveries

    Been following this and previous threads on Model X delivery. Finally got word today from my DS that my X, vin 44xx is on its way to Tampa. Expect pick up on 21 June. It is a 90D, 6 seater, with most everything except performance mode.
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    PAST EVENT:View Model X at UTC Mall in Sarasota

    Wish I could be there, but have another commitment. Did the final configuration on my 90D Model X last week: 20" wheels, tan leather seats, ash wood, six seat, high amperage upgrade, auto pilot upgrade, premium upgrade, accessory hitch. Delivery mid-2016. Would have loved to see one, hopefully...
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    Supercharger - Mobile, AL

    Planning a trip from Sarasota to San Antonio in mid March and was hoping to have the Supercharger finished in Alabama along I-10. Please post as soon as you see construction and when it will be open.
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    bicycle transport

    I too installed the Eco Hitch a year ago and have made three trips from Virginia to Florida with our two bikes and have had no problems. Have used the Tesla supercharges up and down I-95. Also, I did the install which took most of the day. Instructions and video are OK, but I can't believe the...
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    Hotels in Florida with Charging Stations

    Two comments, one for Florida, the other for Florance, SC. I used long term covered parking at the Sheraton Hotel at the Miami Airport. They let you park your car in the valet section and in the vicinity of slots 65 and 66 there is a 4 plug 110 volt box. You can get access from either the...
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    SW FL Tesla Group

    Enjoyed the get together, as always, met a lot of great Tesla owners and shared a lot of info and learned a lot. Any follow up on the condition of the woman that had the medical problem at the luncheon?
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    Superchargers in VA

    Richmond Supercharger Opening of Richmond Supercharger on 24 Oct.
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    Bike Racks?

    Thanks, I got a set from Torklift via email. Looks like i can do it my self. Will order the tow bar shortly.
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    Torklift Central Eco Hitch Installed - Pictures

    Interested in doing the install myself, have worked on cars before and have a good collection of automotive tools. The on line video starts after the black bumper is removed and doesn't show it's removal or reinstall. How difficult was that portion?
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    Bike Racks?

    I am interested in the Torklift for my Model S, I would like to do the installation myself. The video on installation only shows the install after the black plastic bumper has been removed. I sent an email to Torklift asking for further info on how to remove and reinstall the black plastic...
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    Rockville Service Center

    I received a recall notice on the Model S from Tesla last week. Since I live in Gainesville, Va. I was not anxious to drive up to Rockville for the fix. To my surprise I received a call from the Service Center the other day and they informed me that they would come to my home at the time of my...
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    Does map move?

    The map is always oriented to the north. Is there any way to have it oriented in the direction one is driving similar to the map left of of the speedometer and the way other GPS maps are oriented?
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    Consumer Reports: "The electric car that shatters every myth"

    I have the June 2013 paper issue of Consumer Reports as well as the iPad version and there is no mention of the Tesla Model S.
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    Latest "Finalize your order" date

    Ordered my Model S of March 19, 2013 and got a delivery date of April/May 2013. On my Tesla profile, the status button states "on hold". Is that the usual response until they notify you of that they are ready to start building the vehicle?