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I'm specifically looking for the Melbourne Florida SC update - is it online yet? But, bigger picture, is there a thread, link, or website to check to see when these are up and running? I hope I'm not duplicating a post - I did try to search first! Thanks, cs

Ok, so Escort seems to have cornered the market on detectors. I read this morning that they also own Beltronics. What is the best bang for the buck detector on the market? Go!

I took delivery about 2 months ago - just a week before they refreshed the front end, added the center console, and changed the standard wheels. I can't tell you how HAPPY I am with my car! I'm thrilled on all 3 of these particular fronts. Glad I ordered when I did and got what I got. The...

Those of you that live in the South know how horrible these little bugs can get. In Florida, they are AWFUL - twice a year for about a week. I was so adamantly against the films that really aren't going to protect against lovebugs or stones (despite what some folks here think). So, although...

This seems like an obvious question to post here, but is everyone using a ceramic tint now? Please share your thoughts on what tint you had installed. Thanks!

On April 28, 2016 in Estero, FL near Bonita Springs, the Southwest Sustainability Summit will feature an EV Exhibition. I received my MS about 2 weeks ago, my son will drive down our 5 year old Volt. But I'm really looking for a Model X to have on display there for 2 hours (only from noon to...

I'm a 5 year Volt owner, ordered my MS last year, but didn't take delivery until last Friday. I'm going to start by saying that the Volt is clearly the "gateway drug" to electric vehicle ownership. I took a plunge and got one of the first Volts - trading in my Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 (AWD...

So I've had my car a week now. We had no internet connection this morning on the way to school. WTF? Our phones worked fine and had all kinds of connection. The APP won't connect to the car either (which makes sense) To make matters worse, I also can't seem to get the car to connect to the...

Wow! If anyone is lurking out there and considering Model S, look no further! You have GOT to get a copy of Nick Howe's book, Owning Model S. He has done a fantastic job of piecing some of the history, development, and his ownership experience brilliantly into a great easy-to-read book. I...

Ok, I was just watching an official walkthrough video in trying to pacify some of my anxiety and noted that the guy said you can hold down the middle button on the fob and it will lower all the windows? Is that still true? I heard too many people were sitting on their keys and lowering the...

I'm 7-10 days from delivery and I'm dying. I ordered this thing almost a year ago and through some grace of God, I was able to delay delivery and even upgrade to the 90D (from the 85D I originally ordered). What do I need at home to be ready for her? I've got my delivery checklist ready -...

Folks, I am the type of car owner that actually enjoys washing and detailing my own car. I don't mind "having to" wax it even once a month if it's going to look great. Having said that, I'm interested to hear what car products you have used that really give the shine/pop/mirror-like finish...

Well, My Tesla site has said April-Early May delivery and I learned today (from my ridiculously responsive DS Cameron in Tampa) that my vehicle will be ready between 3/28 and 3/31. Should I be concerned that they tried to cram it through production and eek it out here in the 11th hour for a Q1...

Maybe I'm posting something most of you already know, but had to vent . . . They don't offer loans on "independent" car dealers. I was hoping to go through them as our home loan and personal finances are all with them. Oh well - their loss, right!? I've received quotes from Chase and TD Bank...

On April 28, 2016 in Estero, FL near Bonita Springs, the Southwest Sustainability Summit will feature an EV Exhibition. I will have my MS by then, but am really looking for a Model X to have on display there for 2 hours (noon to 2). I have flyers and more information that I can't seem to post or...

Does anyone know what the network the current production cars come with? I remember hearing they were upgrading the 3G to LTE, but wondered if that has been done. Thanks. And by the way folks (NigelM), I did try a search to find this info before creating a new thread . . . . :wink:

So, I recently got the call from my DS telling me that if I wanted my 85D that I had to take delivery by 3/31/16 - OR, pay the $3k and upgrade to the 90D (which is what I did). This leaves me to believe that Tesla is drawing a line in the sand, which so happens to be the same day as the...

I've heard a rumor that there might be an actuator that closes the front trunk on the newer cars. Any truth to this? Someone had a loaner P85D that had one. Thoughts?

How hard would it be to add a feature for the driver to be able to turn on and off the torque-sleep for the (I think) rear motor? By only using one of the motors, wouldn't that improve efficiency (but sacrifice performance)? I akin this to my wife's 2004 Jeep Wrangler. It's in 2WD all the...

I've ordered the 85D and contemplating the upgrade to the 90D. Any improvements in acceleration? I'm guessing there is a very slight improvement in supercharging time due to the larger pack, but any other benefits, other than the 6% additional range, to this upgrade? I realize it's going to...

Has anyone used the summoning command - on private property of course? I'm curious if you can have it maybe move out of the driveway or garage to allow the doors to open more freely for the kiddos.

First of all, I wanted to just send a shout out to Larry Chanin, the Florida Tesla Enthusiasts President. He has (quietly and humbly) done a fantastic job over the past 4+ years of organizing statewide events, our mission, and been a terrific advocate volunteering his time (and sig MS) to...

Some of you may have noticed, I like the poll questions. Fun, easy way to find info without ya'll having to type everything out. There have been a number of comments about "being and engineer" on here. Let's find out what our make-up is - and this will be an ANONYMOUS Survey! By the way, I'm...

I find it absolutely fascinating that we are able to completely custom build each of our cars to EXACTLY what WE want as individuals. I realize you have options with some car companies, but you end up getting features and options that you might not have wanted or needed with such packages. I...

I'm curious what Tesla recommends and then what folks have been setting their overnight SOC to. I understand the range charge (100%) is only done once in a while or when you're expecting to make a long trip. But, what do you set as your TYPICAL overnight, weekday, going to make my commute...

What does this mean? I was on MyTesla this morning to see if anything had changed and I saw the link to "Services Sign Up". I clicked it and it says "Service Plan Unavailable in your area."

I ordered my HPWC last Saturday (5/23) and received the Email confirmation that it was ordered. However, a week later and I still haven't received an Email that it's been shipped. I realize last week was a 4-day workweek, but does it normally take this long just to SHIP it? Maybe I should...

Before I ordered my MS I test drove a couple and I absolutely loved the Creep OFF function. It felt like I was driving a stick, but of course not really. However, in reverse, where I normally just ride the brake, I'm not as fond of it. Wondering your thoughts on the creep?

We recently received the "smart" meters from our power utility so they can tell not only how much energy you are using, but WHEN you're using it. Can the MS be programmed to come on and charge during the lower rates, for those that have lowered rates during off-peak hours? Our 4 year old...

So the local TESLA STORE let me take a P85D home for my birthday since I ordered mine earlier that day. We went to the grocery store this morning and on the way home, I pull up to a light and a Deputy Sheriff pulls up next to me (pole positions and his lane ends in 1/4 mile). NOT in insane...

Well, I ordered my baby today. Can't thank everyone here enough for all their input and support. Funny story though. I was at the financial cap my wife set and needed to decide on the Air Suspension OR Premium Audio. When I was ordering, I selected only the Air Suspension and was ready to...

I know there are a million old posts comparing the SAS with coils. I'm trying not to rehash this. What I want to know is how the SAS interacts/compliments the AWD of the D models. This clearly is a completely different driving dynamic. I'm ordering an 85D on Saturday. Despite all of my...

I'm doing my best to stay within my wife's budget and also get into the 85D (instead of a loaded 70D). These two options (premium sound & smart air suspension) are $2,500 each. My current thinking is to get the SAS now and I can always upgrade the audio down the road. This will be my...

I'm ready to give up the smart air suspension in order to upgrade to the 85D with coils. Will I regret that? I drove two cars back to back the other day and I felt the SAS was a little floaty for my liking. Ironically I drove an P85D with the smart air suspension. I tried a couple of...

Would love to hear from 70D and 85D owners here. I'm ordering in 10 days and I think I'm willing to give up the SAS for the 85D (to stay within my wife's price range). If it was only the additional performance for $10k - I'd say it wasn't worth it. If it was only the additional range for $10k...

Can a subwoofer (like the EVANNEX NVX system for $1000) be added to the standard audio system to bring it comparable to the premium sound system? I have read that only the deep bass is missing from the standard audio system - which can be overcome with a $1000 subwoofer system (or even cheaper...

What is the efficiency gained by lowering the car at high speeds? Anyone know? Is it 1%, 2? I'm ready to give up the air and go with the coils if I can get into an 85D instead of the 70D fully loaded. Any other thoughts on that?

Well, today my son and I dug the trench and installed the conduit and wiring for the HPWC. I haven't even ordered MS yet! :wink: I'm only setting a 50 amp breaker, thus will order only a single charger. So, we went to Home Depot to get the #6 wire and the #4 wire was only a penny more per...

I'm having a difficult time justifying the $2500 for the Ultra High Fidelity system. Has anyone installed a subwoofer and is there a stock connection/port somewhere? There has to be right? Thanks for your help. I'll take this $2500 and put it towards the 85D if I can swing it!

I'm completely intrigued by this new Ocean Blue color. Does anyone have pics they can post of this new blue color? I've read all about the multi-coat red and hear that everyone absolutely loves it. Show me your best pic of your red car. The wife wants blue; I want the red. What do YOU...

Folks, I'm really struggling with this decision. To keep the CFO happy (aka the wife), I'm trying to keep my car under 100k. With the eventual retirement of the 85 I'm now considering and comparing the two dual motor cars. I suppose the real question should be: is the 85D (30 miles of range...

I'm preparing for my baby 9 months out (fitting, right?). I hope to take delivery prior to our annual Thanksgiving trip to Grandma & Grandpa's. I'm getting a single charger S85. Is the spec for the HPWC a 2-pole 40 amp breaker or 50? Also, based on the breaker size, what size wires will I...

I've read that with the Exec Rear Seats (ERSs) option, that the Tesla app allows the rear occupants to change the radio stations. Can the front seat passenger (my wife) do that if we don't get the ERSs? I realize she could reach up and change the stations, but I'm trying to find anything I...

Has anyone heard of any additional colors being added to the palette this year? I'm currently looking at the blue with tan NG seats, but wish that dark green was still available. Anyone heard anything?

Can you roll the windows down with the remote fob? (Would be really handy here in FL) Can you open the "frunk" with the remote fob? If these features cannot be done with the fob, could they be done using the mobile app? Thanks for your help. cs

I'm new here, but not to EVs. What is the thought that they might discontinue the 60 kwhr battery? Should I opt for the 85? I'm trying to keep the cost around $90, but there are some features I have got to have: Supercharger enabled (if 60) Tech package Sunroof Interior upgrades I've got...