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    Firmware 8.1

    I am having the same issues. Works 5-6 times and then the signal icon doesn't activate the homelink doesn't work. If you reboot, it seems to re-set and be good for another 5-6 times. I don't know if connected, but often notice that it doesn't work after I press the "not now" button on the...
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    Making the 19in to 21in swap. Help please

    Just a suggestion, but you might want to look at the 20s. On my first car, I had the 21s and got a lot of curb rash. Switched to 20s for the winter tires and it made a huge difference on damage and still looked great. I just got another MS recently and ordered with 19 all weather, which I...
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    How often are the supercharging stations broken?

    Thanks, I'll try again this weekend and see what happens. It was about 10F degrees, so that might have contributed.
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    How often are the supercharging stations broken?

    Just tried the Highland Park, IL supercharger for the first time while running an errand today. I plugged in to 1B next to someone who was already plugged into 1A. There was also someone at 2B, so I had to be next to someone either way. After plugging in, I noticed I was only getting 53-56A...
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    Really cold tomorrow

    Chicago Low Temps Hard to track windchill, but -14 temp reading on the dash. Anyone get a lower reading?
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    Brake dust

    Agree with GD. I have 21s and there is noticeably less brake dust than in my prior cars. I chalked it up to the regen and am pretty light on the brake pedal. I would have thought most would have similar findings.
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    Panoramic roof creaking noise.

    Update: A little over 3 weeks and no pano creak. In Chicago, so I stopped using the pano roof a couple weeks ago regularly, but have opened and closed a couple times just to make sure everything is working. So far so good.
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    Winter tire recommendations

    I like the look. Good choice. Why did you choose an all-season versus a more snow-specific? I like the 20s, but concerned that by staying a bit on the larger side with the wheels, I need to go safer on the tire. Also, what TPMS did you buy on tirerack?
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    Panoramic roof creaking noise.

    An update one week after the latest pano fix. Seems pretty quiet. Hopefully this one holds.
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    Panoramic roof creaking noise.

    This seems to make sense since I can re-create the sound by pushing on the glass and crossbar. I'll bring it up and see if that works, but a good suggestion. Again, the SC is very accommodating in attempting to fix, but just getting frustrated on the back and forth on what seems like an easy...
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    Panoramic roof creaking noise.

    Just got the car back from my third attempt at the pano roof creak and rattle. Two distinct noises for me. One is a long "creak" when you are going up parking ramps, etc that sounds like the roof is flexing. The second sound is a rattle that you hear on bumpy roads like something is loose...
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    Arrrggghhh....two points of frustration...

    Kota, great selections. You will love the blue/grey.
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    Would you have bought your Model S if it wasn't electric?

    Of course not. If you answer "yes", then you should have gotten a Jaguar XFR.
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    My latest mod...a splash of color never hurt anyone.

    Very nice touch. I just ordered the multi-coat red wheel "T" stickers from this site for my Blue P85 for what is hopefully a similar (albeit much cheaper) pop of color.
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    Damn Tesla...Damn......

    I have the P85 and can tell you from driving an S85 loaner that there is a noticeable difference between the two on initial acceleration. Easy to differentiate because it is all in the "gas" pedal. I have never driven a + but imagine that might be a bit more difficult to feel as straight...
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    Random Model S sightings

    My post got delayed. Was responding to #1870 which looks like a Tesla is at the corner of Easy Street.
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    Random Model S sightings

    Hard to see, but does that sign say "Easy St"? He should be turning! Cool.
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    Pano Roof Noise - Factory Fix Coming

    Answer from SC. Makes sense if there is no mileage (ie almost infinite energy/mi if there is no mileage): What we typically find is that the wh/mi rating shows abnormally high while the vehicle is on and using energy, and not logging mileage. This shows an unusually high number since no...
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    Pano Roof Noise - Factory Fix Coming

    I expected a road test and glad they did it. I'm not mad. A little confused at how the usage was as high as it was for so long though. I floored it multiple times on the way home on the express way and could only get it up to about 600wh/mi. They had it up to 900wh/mi several times. Picture...
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    Pano Roof Noise - Factory Fix Coming

    Had mine in 2 weeks ago for the pano creaking and noise at high speeds. Both problems started at the same time. Notes below. 100% better on the pano creak. 90% better on high speed noise (i have never had a targa top before, so assuming SOME noise at 85-90mph is acceptable, but maybe not)...
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    Tesla service center in Villa Park, IL

    Chicago SC also mentioned they are looking for space on the North Shore around Northbrook. Rumor mill had the former Fields Jeep dealership as a possible option. Being close by there, I hope it is true but nothing to verify at this point.
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    Random Model S sightings

    Tried hard to find one while in Detroit today. No such luck. Only a matter of time though.
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    Tesla Resale Guarantee Document...

    Right.....if credit ratings are irrelevant to you I guess. It does appear that the Company has staying power (at least through my 39 month period). My bigger concern now actually on resale is if the improvement curve is so great and the car gets THAT much better in 39 months that my current...
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    Tesla S - Daily Driver or Second Car?

    I think a mix of an Audi and a Porsche is actually a good comparison of the Model S feel. Plus, all the benefits of the EV. I had the S6 (great size car and fast), was thinking of replacing with the new 911 model (superior/tighter handling) and chose the Tesla. Sooooo happy.
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    Rockford, IL Supercharger

    Would be nice to have the Rockford site up for the Fall youth soccer tournaments!!
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    Any advantage to place order six months early?

    Correct on the delivery date for taxes. I should not have said "order". I meant delivery. The same would be true for the model year I believe.
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    Any advantage to place order six months early?

    One argument in each direction: 1. A potential advantage to ordering in December is you can claim the EV credit on 2013's tax return versus 2014. Saves you 7 months+ if that matters to you. 2. On the flip side, I believe the cars are model year based on calendar year, so from that...
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    Model S Photo Gallery

    Missed that. Nice catch.
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    Owners delivery stories, photos and first impressions

    Love the color, still my favorite after seeing all of them now (green with grey wheels in the Chicago SC was my last color to find). I've seen a few other P85+ on the North Shore, but much rarer for sure. I had three people say something to me on the way to dinner Sat night after parking in...
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    Model S Photo Gallery

    Couldn't help taking a few scenic pictures in Chicago on a sunny day.
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    Pano Roof Wind Noise at Higher Speeds

    Just got my car back from the SC. Pano roof rattle is gone (and it was bad going in). Only 3 days, so hopefully it holds. The noise at 70-75mph is much better as well. I can still hear some wind noise, but much better than before. SC said they knew exactly what it was and knew what they...
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    Dots above USB ports

    I was just at the Chicago SC. They were not 100% sure but also thought it was the HVAC temp sensor and said previously it was located in the front dash somewhere. I was in a loaner with VIN 10k and no holes. My VIN is 13k with. Change was made sometime in that period.
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    Dots above USB ports

    I guess the beehive was a recent upgrade.
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    Tesla to produce all-wheel drive Model S sedan next year

    Good point. It might me a regional preference. I'm in Chicago and the MB 4matics carry a premium, so thinking of relative value in the area. I guess it will be a regional preference, but I would choose AWD versus rear wheel if given the choice.
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    The Middle Class buying the majority of the Model S's?

    Jerry33. Unacceptable!
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    Tesla to produce all-wheel drive Model S sedan next year

    This will be a huge price depreciation for existing S models. Great idea and I would likely upgrade,but glad I got the repurchase option from Wells for exactly this type of change.
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    4 weeks into production and color changed.

    Love my blue as well. Really like your red caps and may need to consider. I have never really done any mod work to prior cars and love all of the posted options on this forum. Nice work. Enjoy.
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    Pano Roof Wind Noise at Higher Speeds

    what VIN are you? I am 13XXx and get noise at approx 65mph. Not annoying, but noticeable. Just wondering how new this "fix" is.
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    What color is the black interior?

    All of the pics on the website show the tan headliner and pillars. That is why many on this site go with the gray interior on the P series (the piping matches exactly). Also a reason why many specifically don't like the mandatory red piping on the black (too bad). If there is anything that...
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    Dots above USB ports

    Does anyone know what this circle of dots above the USB ports is for? My SC had no idea and said they just noticed the newer models had them, but didn't know why. They must be there for a reason. I am Vin 13,XXX.
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    Alloy Gators Rim Protection (Pics and info)

    Appreciate the offer. Hopefully I can find something closer to home, but otherwise might take you up on A&L (or your tools).
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    Charge port open button not working on HPWC handle

    I was at the SC and they told me the charging door sensor is in the back windshield, not the door itself (which I thought). Now I hold the charger a little higher up and it at least seems to work better. Not sure if it really makes a difference or if I have just had luck for the last few days...
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    Steering alignment

    One day at SC and alignment issue solved. They said they did an alignment and rotated the tires. Only 250 miles but whatever they did it worked. 5 degree steering wheel offset is now cured.
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    Alloy Gators Rim Protection (Pics and info)

    Thanks for all the feedback. I'm going to look around for someone to install them. I have the silvers on silver rims so not concerned about negative appearance. Just not handy enough to trust my own installation.
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    Alloy Gators Rim Protection (Pics and info)

    Has anyone heard if the alloy gators, or any other aftermarket products, have any effect on the warranty? My SC is advising against the rim guards (even if installed by someone else) but more for safety issues (they are advising against putting anything between the rim and tire). Was curious...
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    Steering alignment

    Me too. 5 degrees from delivery and noticed it on the drive home. No pull though, so hopefully a quick fix on the wheel as it doesnt seem like an alignment issue. SC appt tomorrow so will let you know what happens.
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    Alloy Gators Rim Protection (Pics and info)

    Going in for a couple punchlist items 2 weeks post delivery and tried to add to the appointment at the SC. They told me they would not do the install and that it is something Tesla Corp instituted within the last couple weeks (no aftermarket installations).
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    Alloy Gators Rim Protection (Pics and info)

    Just received my Alloy Gators from UK and was told by Tesla that they will no longer install them at the SC. Bummer. Anyone have particular luck with a national tire chain for installation?
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    My initial impression of my P85+ performance

    Thanks for the insight. Interesting to hear from someone who has had the M6. I came from the Audi S6 and agree with your assessments (including the seats), but never had the RS6 which would be an interesting comparison. Still, the drive is so different that the 0-60 time is really only one...
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    P85+ vs. Audi S8

    I just traded out of a 2008 S6 (V-10 engine 435 hp). The S6 was incredibly fast, but the P85 is a whole new kind of speed. I can't speak for the +, but the P85 is a significant step up on acceleration at all speed levels. I do miss the S6 seats though. I think Audi performance seats are...