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    Are these trunk struts installed properly on my model Y?

    I did go to the Service center and although they did not have clips, they sold me a hing. Again they were very nice, condo to Milford CT. Tesla service. Do you think I need to power off the car when I disconnect the Sturt? I hope it will not spring out (extend) and I may not be able to place in...
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    Trunk Lift gate hinges

    I need to replace the hinge to my lift gate driver side where the power motor is. Do you think I need to disconnect the power, or power off the entire car? I am afraid the motor will spring to the max extension once the weight of the gate is disconnected. Any idea? I am a novice and trying to...
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    Are these trunk struts installed properly on my model Y?

    Good idea, I didn't think of the have them identify the part and order it. This is an easy replacement, no need for special tools or electronics. Thank you for the advise, I'll report tomorrow as soon as I get to the service center. All the best.
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    Are these trunk struts installed properly on my model Y?

    Sorry to ask. But this looks like a good group. Anyone knows where I can buy the brackets the struts are connected to the trunk?
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    Trunk Lift gate hinges

    I noticed the clips who secure the strut of the trunk lift gate, became rusted. Any suggestions on what to do and or where to purchase new replacements? I asked Tesla service and they would like to sell me two whole new struts!…
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    My Tesla 3 collision experience [Insurance / repair]

    sorry for your accident. I had a similar incident, at highway pile up. my front was destroyed, 19K price tag.
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    Head on collision repair

    I got into an head on collision at 15ml/hr. Amazing the car can get this damaged ! Anyway, I got an estimate for $19K. Is this normal? Does anyone have any experience? I went to a Tesla recommended repair, I haven't heard from the insurance adjuster, but I am afraid they will have objections...
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    White Model Y - Paint Mismatch

    Thank you for the reply, do you think it will deteriorate and increase the difference? I am more concerned of 1 - 2 years down the road. I have had many cars and never experience such a fault (poor quality).
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    White Model Y - Paint Mismatch

    After 7 months of acceptance delivery and keeping it/her in garage and shades at work, my rear bumper is starting to fade color away, it is getting yellow. if this starts after 7 months, I can only imagine after a year or two!?!... Service is saying it is too late for any recourse! it sounds a...