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  1. brantse

    Tesla, TSLA & the Investment World: the Perpetual Investors' Roundtable

    Yes, it's a double-edged sword. People laughed at me last week when I said I was going to pass on finalizing my cybertruck order, in-lieu of buying a Ford Lightning, but that's exactly what I did. Now that Tesla has opened superchargers to Ford and I've ordered my free adapter, I honestly feel...
  2. brantse

    Tesla, TSLA & the Investment World: the Perpetual Investors' Roundtable

    I got an email about ordering my Foundation Series Cybertruck this afternoon. Unfortunately, I can't justify the extra $27,500 on top of the otherwise extra $20k, so I won't be ordering it. In fact, I'm probably going to purchase a F150 Lightning on Saturday for half the price.
  3. brantse

    Tesla, TSLA & the Investment World: the Perpetual Investors' Roundtable

    It's been happening on and off for about 6 months or so. I purchased a LRMY from inventory in September that was discounted by $5k.
  4. brantse

    Tesla, TSLA & the Investment World: the Perpetual Investors' Roundtable

    I wouldn't be so sure about this. So many people I talk to are incredibly unable to grasp simple financial math. I have explained the economics of solar to many people, in depth, showing them that the investment will result in a payback period of about 4 years, meaning they'll have over 20 years...
  5. brantse

    Tesla, TSLA & the Investment World: the Perpetual Investors' Roundtable

    Would we get to benefit from the increased sales, selling prices? And improved share price doesn't count. Honestly, this shouldn't be that difficult. They could easily devote $1k per vehicle towards marketing and put some serious promotion together to get word out to combat the general public's...
  6. brantse

    Tesla, TSLA & the Investment World: the Perpetual Investors' Roundtable

    The price cuts shouldn't be a surprise to anyone paying attention. They were quietly discounting a lot of cars last quarter and even continued with "inventory" discounts at the start of Q4. I got a LR MY last week for just over $45k. That said I really wish Tesla would give advertising a shot...
  7. brantse

    2013 Model S started throwing multiple errors

    Yes, I would lose power steering when those errors were present. I don't think any of the connectors were loose, but rather that the wires weren't supported. I drove the car 4 hours yesterday to trade it in on a new Y. Strangely, the issue reappeared for a short leg of my trip. Now the issue...
  8. brantse

    Discussion: Model 3 and Y price drop Jan 2023 / April 2023 / Oct 2023 and All other Pricing Speculation going forward

    Seems like all of the deals have been cleared out in PA. There's only a handful of inventory vehicles available and they're all well over $50k with small discounts.
  9. brantse

    2013 Model S started throwing multiple errors

    Update on the troubleshooting. All the errors are now gone. Turns out that the issues were caused by a loose ABS speed sensor wire. The connector was attached, but the wire wasn't being supported by the clips, so was dangling. There were no abrasions to the wire and I didn't replace the sensor...
  10. brantse

    Discussion: Model 3 and Y price drop Jan 2023 / April 2023 / Oct 2023 and All other Pricing Speculation going forward

    I had my order canceled from last week, and have been trying to snag another good deal. It worked out well in my favor, as I was able to grab a silver LR for $45,440. That's the lowest price I've seen in PA over the past week or two. I may end up having to eat a second $250 order fee, but it...
  11. brantse

    2013 Model S started throwing multiple errors

    My car is back and now it's having regular 12v system related errors. I'm so frustrated trying to figure out what the issue is. So far I've checked and reconnected every ground wire, except for the grounds behind the dash. I've removed my TPMS sensors, as I read that has occasionally caused...
  12. brantse

    2013 Model S started throwing multiple errors

    Update... and wow, it's been a soap opera. I placed an order for a Model Y this morning and was beginning to take the steps to start getting ready to schedule delivery. I got a call from service and they said they've been working on my battery, have replaced the pyrofuse and cover and assuming...
  13. brantse

    Discussion: Model 3 and Y price drop Jan 2023 / April 2023 / Oct 2023 and All other Pricing Speculation going forward

    Long story short, my old 2013 S died last week and I've been trying to figure out what to get to hold me over until the Cybertruck is ready. I just ordered a LR Y from "inventory" for $46.9k. Wish I had more time to wait and see if there may be better discounts near the end of the quarter, but I...
  14. brantse

    2013 Model S started throwing multiple errors

    I heard back from the service center with the bad news. Water got into the battery and they want $15k to replace it. This is really frustrating. I'm sure tesla has enough cases of this to know to proactively recommend replacing the seal.
  15. brantse

    Tesla, TSLA & the Investment World: the Perpetual Investors' Roundtable

    Historically, hasn't just about every single Adam Jonas upgrade preceded a stock sale? I know things have changed a lot in the past three years or so, but I'm still leary of that snake.
  16. brantse

    2013 Model S started throwing multiple errors

    Now my Model S is throwing a HV isolation fault. Anyone have any suggestions on where to start? I've attempted measuring the isolation of the battery heater, cabin heater and compressor, but not sure my $50 multimeter does this job. All read fully open.
  17. brantse

    Tesla, TSLA & the Investment World: the Perpetual Investors' Roundtable

    He's getting that sweet creator ad revenue share from X now, so maybe he won't need to sell anymore.
  18. brantse

    Tesla, TSLA & the Investment World: the Perpetual Investors' Roundtable

    1. Tesla's Shanghai Gigafactory will stop production on the battery production line 1 period, and lay off employees. 2. Part of the reason is that production line 2 period will soon go into production to replace line 1 period. 3. At the same time, Model 3 and Model Y will use battery packs...
  19. brantse

    Tesla, TSLA & the Investment World: the Perpetual Investors' Roundtable

    A few months ago, I stopped at a Sheetz in PA for lunch which had non-Tesla EV fast chargers. There was a new Mercedes EQS, an Ioniq and a VW ID-4 charging. I was inside eating, and listened to the EQS owner on the phone with the charger owner (I think it was electrify America) and then complain...
  20. brantse

    2013 Model S started throwing multiple errors

    Well, I replaced the 12v and that didn't fix the errors. They were happening on about 50% of drives, now have been happening all the time for the past few days. I requested a service appointment this morning and service is looking to charge a $200 remote diagnostic fee. It's been really...
  21. brantse

    Off topic galore

    This is very true and exactly why marketing will likely be very successful. The large majority of people would not fit in that group (independent thinkers) and the other group is exactly who needs to be convinced to even consider buying a Tesla. Like it or not, but Elon has alienated a lot of...
  22. brantse

    Tesla, TSLA & the Investment World: the Perpetual Investors' Roundtable

    Wow, CNBC is getting a lot of mileage out of that 60 minute interview. The marketing has already begun!
  23. brantse

    2013 Model S started throwing multiple errors

    This is a 2013. It's definitely a lead acid, and it's a real pain to replace, but that's my next step. I ordered a LIFPO3 to replace it with.
  24. brantse

    2013 Model S started throwing multiple errors

    Here's the list of alerts I'm seeing at the moment.
  25. brantse

    2013 Model S started throwing multiple errors

    Thanks. I've checked the connectors on the steering rack and nothing appears out of order or corroded. It's also been throwing errors about the parking brakes. I've had issues a few years ago with the parking brakes when water got in them and replaced both. I took one apart today and it seems...
  26. brantse

    2013 Model S started throwing multiple errors

    The other day, my 2013 Model S began displaying a number of errors and typically disables traction control, sometimes doesn't allow regen and even once had no power steering. I've checked both grounding bolts in the frunk and they are solid, without any signs of issues. The 12v battery hasn't...
  27. brantse

    Tesla, TSLA & the Investment World: the Perpetual Investors' Roundtable

    It's an interesting trading technique to do pairs trades with two similarly priced stocks like this. I was doing it for a few weeks, while ENPH and TSLA were similarly priced. I'd buy and sell blocks of shares at $5 increments of relative share price. There were days when I was able to "round...
  28. brantse

    Tesla, TSLA & the Investment World: the Perpetual Investors' Roundtable

    I agree and believe some form of informational advertisement would do Tesla well. I talk to many coworkers and reasonably informed adults who have very wrong misconceptions about EV's. Just about every one that mentions the idea of maybe buying an EV some day instantly begins mentioning every...
  29. brantse

    Tesla, TSLA & the Investment World: the Perpetual Investors' Roundtable

    Proceeds from maturities of investments jumped from $19M to $1.6B o_O
  30. brantse

    Tesla, TSLA & the Investment World: the Perpetual Investors' Roundtable

    That's not Chevy, that's Chery. I'm only familiar with Chery as an engine manufacturer from China.
  31. brantse

    Tesla, TSLA & the Investment World: the Perpetual Investors' Roundtable

    New video with footage of a Cybertruck on the Fremont test track.
  32. brantse

    Tesla, TSLA & the Investment World: the Perpetual Investors' Roundtable

    I love and hate this so much. Such a tease. Obviously they did a crash test on the Cybertruck, but won't show the outcome.
  33. brantse

    Tesla, TSLA & the Investment World: the Perpetual Investors' Roundtable

    I don't get it. I almost bought one last fall, when they were selling for $27k, which was what my 10 year old model S was worth. Now the Bolt EUV's are selling for $40k+ and my S is probably worth $20k. I bailed on it, when I realized the trunk space can barely fit anything. Honestly, why would...
  34. brantse

    Tesla, TSLA & the Investment World: the Perpetual Investors' Roundtable

    I suspect this is the case. Have you ever plugged your tesla in and got a "charge error" message on your phone, saying that it would charge at reduced rates. I would imagine teslas continually measure resistance through the charge leads, which would indicate if there may be a poor connection...
  35. brantse

    Tesla, TSLA & the Investment World: the Perpetual Investors' Roundtable

    These are the dealers that are going to help Ford win. 😂
  36. brantse

    Tesla, TSLA & the Investment World: the Perpetual Investors' Roundtable

    This is bizarre. I've seen this wick down to $159.23 several times now. Would this be someone selling a share back and forth between accounts, with tight limits, just to "paint the tape" momentarily. I don't recall seeing this before, that wasn't likely from someone exercising options.
  37. brantse

    Tesla, TSLA & the Investment World: the Perpetual Investors' Roundtable

    CVNA is like 98% off from its high. It became a major target by traders to short into oblivion. The 46% gain is just a short covering rally.
  38. brantse

    Tesla, TSLA & the Investment World: the Perpetual Investors' Roundtable

    This sounds to me like there is probably a somewhat significant change that will be made to the Model 3 lineup. Every time that I can recall discounts for inventory vehicles, that didn't align with the end of quarter, resulted in a model upgrade/revision.
  39. brantse

    Tesla, TSLA & the Investment World: the Perpetual Investors' Roundtable

    I tend to agree with you, as I also capitulated and dropped a few hundred shares during premarket. I'm still 90% in, but was starting to feel rattled by the market.
  40. brantse

    Tesla, TSLA & the Investment World: the Perpetual Investors' Roundtable

    I wouldn't expect that requirement to exclude other battery manufacturers from qualifying. It just means that they'll have to hire electricians and contractors who are union shops. This is very typical of any construction projects that receive federal or state funds.
  41. brantse

    Tesla, TSLA & the Investment World: the Perpetual Investors' Roundtable

    My hope is that the P&D also starts including numbers for Megapacks. As energy begins to scale and becomes a larger percentage of revenue, Tesla needs to point out this potential to the market.
  42. brantse

    Tesla, TSLA & the Investment World: the Perpetual Investors' Roundtable

    Pay attention to when Rob Mauer has his live stream scheduled, but I would expect it to be released tomorrow morning between 9 and 10 EST.
  43. brantse

    Tesla, TSLA & the Investment World: the Perpetual Investors' Roundtable

    I suspect there's quite a few employees or even executives at Tesla that keep eyes on this thread. In 2015, when my Model S was in for repairs, I posted something in a Model S thread and got a call about it from the service center within an hour.
  44. brantse

    Tesla, TSLA & the Investment World: the Perpetual Investors' Roundtable

    I still have a few hedges on via index puts and some 3x inverse funds. I've been selling those off and buying TSLA shares with every steep (seemingly irrational) drop we get. I'm not sure that I'll find the bottom, but I'm gonna give it the old college try.
  45. brantse

    Tesla, TSLA & the Investment World: the Perpetual Investors' Roundtable

    Can someone please point me to the Twitter thread. Or better yet, the thread to cancel my membership.
  46. brantse

    Elon & Twitter

    I can't believe it's leaning this close at the moment. I think the early votes are going to lean heavily towards no and many later votes will be largely yes. Elon already knows what the outcome will be.
  47. brantse

    Tesla, TSLA & the Investment World: the Perpetual Investors' Roundtable

    If there's truth to this, Elon is still looking for more T***** investors. Maybe he can soon start offering share swaps at 1:1 between TSLA and TWTR.
  48. brantse

    Tesla, TSLA & the Investment World: the Perpetual Investors' Roundtable

    Nothing as exciting or impactful to TSLA has happened for years, compared to seeing real progress and an eventual ramp of CT production.
  49. brantse

    Tesla, TSLA & the Investment World: the Perpetual Investors' Roundtable

    I recently started listening to some speeches and lectures that Steve Jobs made throughout his career. It's amazing to hear some of the same resonating themes that Elon often focuses on were also emphasized by Jobs. These included that manufacturing is way more important than people give it...
  50. brantse

    Tesla, TSLA & the Investment World: the Perpetual Investors' Roundtable

    I think back and remember discussions I had with family members and financial advisors back during the dark times (2018 & 2019) who seemed committed to convincing me to sell my TSLA shares. I kept trying to math out the potential earnings for the next few years, once the Model 3 and Y had...