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  1. TI Sailor

    Duke Energy off-peak charging - AVOID

    The following is from RER after I balked at their seemingly over-the-top intrusiveness: "The only permission you need to select in order to stay in the program is Vehicle Information. We need access to your vehicle's location in order to determine if charging is happening at home or away...
  2. TI Sailor

    Supercharger - Sebring, FL

    I see they re-striped and put them where they should be
  3. TI Sailor

    Supercharger - Sebring, FL

    Am I the only one who thinks the stripes should be at least another 3 or 4 feet to the right?
  4. TI Sailor

    Supercharger - Sebring, FL

    In case my pic is too small to see clearly on a phone, the transformer and meter post is in the top middle and the pad for the two 600A cabinets is on the top left. If the cardboard box(es?) contain the other charging hardware, this site should be ready to open soon.
  5. TI Sailor

    Supercharger - Sebring, FL

    While visiting Avon Park/Sebring relatives for Christmas, I took a very brief look at the rear of the WaWa. I didn't notice the pad, seen at the bottom left of the 2nd pic, until I opened them in Photos.
  6. TI Sailor

    Supercharger - Sebring, FL

    I evacuated for Hurricane Ian from Treasure Island to Sebring, and stopped at this WaWa for air for my tires on my way home last Saturday. Although I couldn't circle the entire lot (it was very crowded, with cars lined up to get gasoline a block or more down the street), I didn't see any...
  7. TI Sailor

    FSD beta coming to 98?

    After several days at 98, I too dropped to 97. However, I hadn't driven during the 2 day interval. A running average over X days? Recalculation based on updated criteria? Misalignment of the sun, moon and stars? Who knows. Re Aggressive Turning: My Model 3 is a sports sedan, not a top heavy...
  8. TI Sailor

    Tampa Location on North Florida Avenue

    And I’ve heard from another source delivery operations will move to the Florida Ave location before the end of the year, and in fact likely well before that time. Too much uncertainty to know what’s actually going on, but I don’t believe the local ADA has the power to stop the move.
  9. TI Sailor

    Tesla ModeModel 3 vs. Chevy Bolt

    When GM went out of its way to write, lobby, and/or testify at state legislative meetings to prohibit Tesla from selling and sometimes even servicing its vehicles in those states, I vowed to never ever own a GM product, EV or otherwise. Compete in an open market or go home.
  10. TI Sailor

    Pinellas County Electrician for Condo HPWC Install?

    Although Dan from Luminous Electric was prompt and very professional, I ended up contracting with JN Electric. The 2 people I dealt with, Butch and Jeff, were extremely knowledgable, especially when it came to dealing with the nuances of a condominium. Not only is a condominium considered...
  11. TI Sailor

    Red multi coat is now $2,500 - I would love to be a fly on the wall in their meetings!

    I agree somewhat, but I'd prefer they bring back the Signature Red for $1500 and keep MCR at $2500. IMHO, they should have no limits whatsoever and see how sales go. I would have *much* rather had Signature Red than MCR...which I'm patiently waiting for.:rolleyes:
  12. TI Sailor

    Tampa Location on North Florida Avenue

    Although we too will be picking up a Model 3 at US-301 location in mid-September, the MVPA lists the Seller's Address as 11945 N. Florida Ave...
  13. TI Sailor

    Pinellas County Electrician for Condo HPWC Install?

    Thanks Larry and @mwoz. I'll contact Luminous Electric. Luckily two companies called yesterday and agreed to take a look: Live Wire Electrical Services (Largo) and JN Electric (Land O' Lakes). In all fairness, Davan with Gulfstar Electric expanded on his original email a couple of days later and...
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    Pinellas County Electrician for Condo HPWC Install?

    Thanks. What's even more surprising about these 2 companies refusing to install an HPWC in a condominium is the fact I told them the Board wants an estimate for a "backbone" installation, from the common utility room to the garage, so other owners can get set up a lot quicker and easier than it...
  15. TI Sailor

    Pinellas County Electrician for Condo HPWC Install?

    Small Jobs Electric, another Tesla-recommended vendor, has today declined as well.
  16. TI Sailor

    Pinellas County Electrician for Condo HPWC Install?

    I have 2 Model 3's on order and recently contacted a Tesla-recommended electrician, Gulfstar Electric in Clearwater, to install an HPWC in my Treasure Island condo's undercover parking space. I have Board approval with no restrictions other than to have it connected to my meter in the common...
  17. TI Sailor

    Supercharger - Marathon, FL

    With Marathon potentially? in the path of Hurricane Irma, is it possible and/or feasible for electricians to disconnect and remove the 4 superchargers to a safer place? I can't think of any better way to be assured they don't suffer salt water damage or worse.
  18. TI Sailor

    SpaceX Falcon 9 FT - Intelsat 35e - LC-39A

    The youtube text says, " Scheduled for Jul 3, 2017 SpaceX are scheduled to launch a Falcon 9 rocket carrying the Intelsat 35e satellite late Sunday night at 00:36 UTC from Kennedy Space Center in Florida." I thought that was the end of the launch window, e.g., too late to view if it actually...
  19. TI Sailor

    SpaceX Falcon 9 FT - Intelsat 35e - LC-39A

    I think the top youtube video's text appears to say the launch will occur during the last minute of the window. If that's what it does say, I'm afraid some people may miss out. Am I reading it right?
  20. TI Sailor

    Today's Motor Trend (Mar 26)

    The 10.2 sec time was 0-100-0. The articles and sidebars are included in latest print edition of MT.
  21. TI Sailor

    Unintended consequences of naming my car

    My soon-to-be 18 year old son did the exact same thing for the exact same reason when he was 5 or 6. Since it was newer than yours, luckily it had a remote. I offered to let him keep that and he was thrilled. It still has a place on one of his shelves in his room.
  22. TI Sailor

    Tesla Scam... Transmission doesn't leak!

    Make sure you ask if it comes with the "upgraded" paddle shifters.
  23. TI Sailor

    Tesla and Trump

    Coal messaging was more than just about votes. Trump needs McConnell (R-KY) and vice-versa to push their dual agendas. It's no secret Kentucky long survived on coal mining (and mint juleps) and has been in a relative economic nosedive since regulations tightened and the need for coal lessened...
  24. TI Sailor

    Ex-GM vice chair blasts Tesla, saying supporters 'like members of a religious cult'

    Ever met a Corvette or vintage Mustang owner who didn't qualify as a "cult member" per Lutz criteria?
  25. TI Sailor

    Evacuation from Hurricane in a Tesla

    ABC News with David Muir had a piece tonight on the SC evacuation on I-26. Front & center in the video was a black Model S traveling west.
  26. TI Sailor

    Aston Martin: "Forget Tesla, we'll lead"

    I can see the dismay of a future Aston owner when someone asks if that's the new Tesla...and not vice-versa.:p
  27. TI Sailor

    SpaceX Falcon 9 FT launch - Eutelsat 117 West B + ABS 2A - SLC-40

    Are overcast skies considered weather issues?
  28. TI Sailor

    2017 Texas Legislative Session Discussion Thread

    Those 90% are probably all super delegates, ignoring the will of the people who clearly favor dealerships over free choice.;)
  29. TI Sailor

    Cadillac vs Tesla

  30. TI Sailor

    Amazon Kindle Deal for Elon Musk Book

    Thanks for the heads up. I wasn't expecting this Ashlee Vance book to be sold at this price for another year or two.
  31. TI Sailor

    Tesla seeking to open Richmond facility

    Have these VADA lawyers and supporters ever been to an outlet mall, be it for clothes, furniture, appliances, electronics, whatever? If so, why aren't there laws prohibiting these direct-to-consumer sales to protect the buyers from the manufacturers? In fact, why is Sears still allowed to market...
  32. TI Sailor

    Tesla seeking to open Richmond facility

    Slightly off topic but germain to the argument IMO: MotorWeek just evaluated the new Ford Mustang GT350R, and posted Ford's suggested retail price of around $68,000. However, MotorWeek noted many dealers are adding a "limited availability" fee, pushing the bottom line price into six figures. How...
  33. TI Sailor

    The Verge is claiming 100D/P100D any day now (+ Bio Weapon Defense mode)

    How they get (got?) to 100kWh is my big question. I believe they went from 85 to 90 by changing chemistry. Is the 100 a different form factor or something different structurally? If so, will they ultimately drop the 90 and bump the 70 up to say 80, leaving just 2 sizes with same (new) chemistry...
  34. TI Sailor

    Investor call at 9am PST and news to follow

    If this call/press release/whatever is legit, which it seems to be, the reason they chose early AM PDT might have to do with announcing a factory in Europe (France?)...and another funding round to get it up to speed in 2-3 years. Of course I wouldn't mind at all if they threw in the info on the...
  35. TI Sailor

    SpaceX Falcon 9 FT launch - CRS 8 - SLC-40

    In case any one other than me didn't know, launch time according to nasa.gov is 4:43PM EDT -AND- it's being broadcast on NASA TV.
  36. TI Sailor

    Tesla Model 3 vs Chevrolet Bolt Video Review

    If the Gigafactory reduces battery costs by 30% or more, it's entirely possible future Model 3's will include more standard features, like the new console in the Model S. Adding content without raising the price will sway hesitant but frugal buyers.
  37. TI Sailor

    Elon tweet re: lack of instrument cluster

    As I said in another thread (and sorry for the duplication): In addition to the usual info, e.g., speed, navigation, etc, Tesla might use a HUD to project, when visibility is marginal (or worse), the lines of the road as well as any vehicles exactly where they are in real life. By integrating...
  38. TI Sailor

    I can't imagine - What will part 2 bring?!

    I am not an engineer (IANAE). However, in addition to the usual info, e.g., speed, navigation, etc, I think Tesla might use a HUD to project, when visibility is marginal (or worse), the lines of the road as well as any vehicles exactly where they are in real life. By integrating these with AP...
  39. TI Sailor

    Chevy Bolt - 200 mile range for $30k base price (after incentive)

    Good points, but I'm not sure I agree the Y won't be available for years to come, especially if it's based on the Model 3. Also, if people decide not to buy the Model 3 because it lacks utility, then they'll be "holding off" anyway...
  40. TI Sailor

    Taking on the early haters of Model 3

    It's appropriate it's April Fool's Day..:)
  41. TI Sailor

    Chevy Bolt - 200 mile range for $30k base price (after incentive)

    It might be a good time for Tesla to mention the Model Y in a blog, or Elon to tweet something about it...assuming that vehicle is still being planned.
  42. TI Sailor

    Where is the media coverage?

    They must have changed their minds. My daughter, who lives in Lawrenceville, sent me the following: Long lines form to reserve affordable Model 3 Tesla
  43. TI Sailor

    The reveal is so late for east coast

    Apple held its Special Event on March 21 at 10AM Pacific for a reason.;)
  44. TI Sailor

    Tesla Meeting with the Federal Trade Commission (Request for Comment)

    Summary of my comments: I've purchased Apple products thru multiple supply streams, Apple-based as well as non-Apple based. Tesla should be treated no differently. IF Tesla's sales model is not well-received by the public, Tesla will either change or go under. That's free enterprise. State...
  45. TI Sailor

    Supercharger — Kingsland, GA

    It's also only 140 miles or so from Ocala SpC via US-301 for Florida west coast people cutting across to/from I-95.
  46. TI Sailor

    Jacksonville FL Store at St. Johns Town Center?

    I don't know if this is a new(er) listing or not, but there's now a posting for a Store Manager, again at the St. Johns Town Center. AFAIK, there's no longer a way to filter by time, e.g., within the last x # of days and/or months.
  47. TI Sailor

    Mercedes to create Tesla rival "soon"

    Here's a link to a Motor Trend blurb with pics. Article says nothing about how they will charge after their 300 mile trip.:wink: Mercedes R&D Boss: Electric Car with 311-Mile Range Coming "Soon"
  48. TI Sailor

    Two new features none of us know about

    1. Curve-adaptive LED Headlights 2. 360 degree Cameras
  49. TI Sailor

    Tesla moments

    I too have yet to join Tesla ownership, at least if you ignore my TSLA holdings. Nonetheless, I had a memorable Tesla moment while driving from FL to Blowing Rock, NC last December. At precisely the time my teenage son and I were passing Apple’s solar farm on Hwy 321 near Maiden, NC, a...
  50. TI Sailor

    The big unknown: Will gen 3 be delivered on time?

    The M3 will also be mostly steel rather than all aluminum per EM many months ago. Presumably that change will lower costs significantly, although I have no idea if such will be the case in 2-4 years. I don't have the quote readily available, but Google can find it I'm sure.:cool: