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  1. Maximus8

    Pothole + 21" low profile Model S rims/tires = big trouble (PHOTOS)

    I suffered the same damage as the OP recently. It happened during night driving in a county road...no speeding involved. One I can say is that Tesla Roadside service was quick to respond and was very helpful getting my MS to the SC and an Uber to my final destination.
  2. Maximus8

    Picking up my Model S in Fremont this Saturday

    Hey Joe, congrats on the purchase. In your video you mentioned losing some frunck space; it looks like you did not order the D version so you should have more space in the frunck compared to a D. Have a good flight and have a better drive back home in your new ride.
  3. Maximus8

    ICE mechanics HATE Tesla!

    Michael Bloomberg made some comments recently pertaining to the future US President; in his comments he mentioned that the technology, not global trade, is the job killer in the US. The EV technology is going mainstream, if it's not there already, and that's the reality of those entities that...
  4. Maximus8

    More praise for Tesla service

    My less than one experience with my local SC have all been very good. I actually feel a bit spoiled when I go there :-)
  5. Maximus8

    ICE mechanics HATE Tesla!

    It's good to know you people exist.
  6. Maximus8

    ICE mechanics HATE Tesla!

    I was sitting in a business networking meeting this morning and one of the attendees owns a auto repair/maintenance shop (he claims to be a Tesla tech because he worked on an electric Rav4). There was another attendee talking to another person about how he wanted to buy a Tesla. The mechanic...
  7. Maximus8

    Spare 12v in housing above rearview mirror

    Should be constant. There are many posts featuring discussions regarding the BlackVue. The search box is your friend.
  8. Maximus8

    If 8.0 ships tomorrow everyone's next Tesla payment is on me!

    Mine is paid for...are you open to paying for my annual service?
  9. Maximus8

    What happens when you run out of energy ?

    Good to know...I'm a relatively new owner (less than 7 months)
  10. Maximus8

    What happens when you run out of energy ?

    For those who don't plan or those who's plans get messed up, this is a real issue. For me, I normally set my charge limit to 50%. Last weekend, I had to make an emergency 120 mile (one way) trip. I was able to make the trip to my destination but for my return trip, I had to extend my route so...
  11. Maximus8

    What happens when you run out of energy ?

    Also, be prepared to go back in time about 30 years or so.
  12. Maximus8

    Current Owners - P90DL to P100D upgrade

    Fair...to me, Again, I don't see TSLA as viewing the extra $10k as trying to be fair to the early "upgraders." If the hardware (other than the bigger battery pack) is present in the P90D's for the upgrade to a P100DL then the way I see it is this, $10k for the L and another $10k for the...
  13. Maximus8

    Current Owners - P90DL to P100D upgrade

    Agreed. Im in the same boat. A $20k upgrade for L and the 100 pack is worth it to me. The extra $10k is a money grab and IMHO, it has nothing to do with the owners who paid the $10k to upgrade to an L.
  14. Maximus8

    Wow, big price difference

    I have a P90D without the L and I'm curious to see the pricing (if it will even happen) for the battery (100) and performance (L) upgrade.
  15. Maximus8

    Model S changes (8/30/16) (Including P100D!)

    I hear Tesla is building a battery factory in Nevada.
  16. Maximus8

    Can you carry 4 21" rims w/ tires inside Model S?

    Yes. I've done it with covers on each tire.
  17. Maximus8

    It's Amazing What You Can Cram into a Model S

    Turn on "camping mode" and throw in some shades, you're good to go, and so is your friend ;)
  18. Maximus8

    Lower and lower miles.....

    Probably cooling the battery. Do you have temperature conditioning active?
  19. Maximus8

    Very sad... Fatality in a Model S on the 405

    Even though we don't know each other, my thoughts are with you and your family.
  20. Maximus8

    Soon to be new owner ?: Experiences with leaving car unattended

    Full (or at least the areas you don't want dinged) wrap of PPF. I would not "double park" because this will just encourage some jerk to really do something to your car. Double parking will attract more attention to your car.
  21. Maximus8

    Dash Cam - Why?

    So Folsom has 2 SCs?
  22. Maximus8

    Dash Cam - Why?

    Which charger: Folsom, Roseville or Rocklin?
  23. Maximus8

    Dash Cam - Why?

    I agree, a dashcam install has nothing to do with the price of the vehicle. Dashcam videos provide another level of verification in the event of a vehicle accident. In the case of the Model S, installing a dashcam is easy so, why not install one.
  24. Maximus8

    What was or will be the first song played in your Model S?

    Call me weird...Spandau Ballet, Lifeline
  25. Maximus8

    How to change from Model S to X in 1 second

    Doesn't look like it has the jump seats.
  26. Maximus8

    Subscription based Car Wash at Superchargers

    I was in the Reno/Sparks area last Friday and there was a quick storm front that came through the area. The rain and wind kicked up the desert dust. After the sun came out, my car was caked with a thick film of brown dirt. It would have been nice to have a quick pressure wash. Unfortunately...
  27. Maximus8

    How effective is Collision Avoidance supposed to be?

    I've heard the warning and the red highlight color of the vehicle in front of me...never has it slowed down or stopped. My wife drives a Mazda and it's City Brake Assist works below a certain speed. In on occasion, it stopped the vehicle when a car in front of use quickly pulled into a strip mall.
  28. Maximus8

    Part fell off. NOT while on auto pilot....

    Did you call your local service center? I'm sure they can get you the part.
  29. Maximus8

    Just saw two Tesla's in a crash... One new without plates!!!

    My guess an accident like this would be less likely to happen if the two Teslas were S60...P90D and P90D paraphrasing the late Rick James these two together, "it's a hell of a drug."
  30. Maximus8

    Just saw two Tesla's in a crash... One new without plates!!!

    Time to march to the Gigafactory!
  31. Maximus8

    Just saw two Tesla's in a crash... One new without plates!!!

    Even if my kids are old enough to drive my car, they're NOT driving my car!
  32. Maximus8

    My car was "keyed" :(

    The same way non-Tesla owners believe you will die because of autopilot...thank the media
  33. Maximus8

    Idiot reviews 270mile P90DL, heroically runs it dead in 117 miles ...

    I read the article before this thread was started and the headline of the article seemed to express that he had a negative experience. After reading the whole article he admits to the mistake of underestimating how much charge he would need and that he should have followed the recommendations...
  34. Maximus8

    HOT door handles

    This 3M tape should hold up to the heat.
  35. Maximus8

    So THESE items are legal - but the press is losing its mind over Autopilot?

    It's difficult to have freedoms in a nanny state. It's almost an oxymoron.
  36. Maximus8

    Photoshoot pics of black Refresh Model S

    I have the same issue. I have a visit scheduled later this month.
  37. Maximus8

    Owners with Dash Cams

    From my experience, most SCs will not install non-OEM parts.
  38. Maximus8

    Owners with Dash Cams

    Do a search for BlackVue 650 and you will find plenty of very instructions on how to locate and use 12v (switched and non-switched). Search is your friend.
  39. Maximus8

    Blackvue DR650GW-2CH Install

    What's it for?
  40. Maximus8

    Canceling order due to autopilot death news?

    I have only owned my MS for 3 months and I still get many questions about the Tesla by curious non-owners. I'm always happy to respond with my experiences and my overall joy of owning something as technologically advanced as a Tesla. What tends to bother me are those non-owners who believe...
  41. Maximus8

    The value of PPF (Paint Protection Film)

    Appearance Solutions in Sacramento, CA. They have great customer service and are very familiar with Teslas.
  42. Maximus8

    The value of PPF (Paint Protection Film)

    I hear the PPF is excellent protection for rock chips. For me, the 2nd day after delivery, I had the PPF installed. So my MS had limited road time without the PPF. I coordinated my PPF install with delivery to minimize the time it was unprotected.
  43. Maximus8

    The value of PPF (Paint Protection Film)

    First, congratulations on your recent MS order...you made a very good decision. The cost of the wrap will depend on how much of the MS you want to wrap. For me, I had the whole vehicle wrapped which easily approached the mid four figures. If you wrap less, your cost will be less. Make sure...
  44. Maximus8

    The value of PPF (Paint Protection Film)

    Unfortunately for me the rough surface of the stucco made deep gouges into the PPF. I'm confident the PPF would perform even better against a smooth surface.
  45. Maximus8

    The value of PPF (Paint Protection Film)

    If you are still not sure about the investment in a PPF wrap for your MS, here are couple of pictures showing the value of the product. For me, I had my MS wrapped in Xpel. I got too close to a stucco wall and rubbed it. After removing the film, I noticed that the film absorbed most of the...
  46. Maximus8

    How To: Front Bumper and Headlight Removal

    Could you still paint the inside?
  47. Maximus8

    New Center Console notice email

    When did you order? I ordered my yesterday and I have not heard back. Did you schedule the install with the SC?
  48. Maximus8

    Blackvue 650 2 ch cloud questions

    If you are talking about having this happen automatically, I believe it is not possible. For me, I turn off the WiFi (using the button) when I am in a public place and I don't need to access the unit.