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  1. Vic4Model3

    "Bangs" and "Clunks" when charging?

    I can hear that banging sound, not only while Supercharging, but steep slow moving hill climbs. Thought it was the 12v charging inverter's power contactor, but open to other opinions.
  2. Vic4Model3

    Charging contactors too loud?

    Okay, a non-issue.
  3. Vic4Model3

    Charging contactors too loud?

    Has anyone tried Dynamat or an equivalent product to quiet the loud noise coming from the Penthouse Contactors? Normally this would not be an issue, but there is a Townhouse above my garage and my charging is set to start at 1am in the morning. I feel the loud contactor sound could interrupt...
  4. Vic4Model3

    P3D Charge rate v/s Model S 75

    Okay, thanks for the sanity check.
  5. Vic4Model3

    P3D Charge rate v/s Model S 75

    While Supercharging, my P3D drops down to ~30KW at 70 SOC, but my Model S 75 would still be ~55-60KW. I haven't tried Supercharging the P3D from 20% to 95%, but I expect it to be well over 1 1/2 hours. How long are other P3Ds Supercharging from about 20% to say 95%, is it well over an hour?
  6. Vic4Model3

    Android phone - contacts sync?

    Maybe the 3 works differently, but on my Model S, the contacts don't load into the car's memory, but instead accesses the cell's contacts directly.
  7. Vic4Model3

    Should I get a new VIN - Please help.

    Who gets the rejected VINs? I've been rescheduled for Sept 30th Delivery and am concerned about taking delivery of a reworked/rejected VIN. How could I identify a reworked/rejected VIN?
  8. Vic4Model3

    No car on delivery day... :(

    Yet another Delivery day no show. At least I got a call the night before Delivery!
  9. Vic4Model3

    Wiki Model 3 Order Tracking Spreadsheet

    @Troy, I went to add my VIN # and date, but that was the second edit, so now vic4model3 is now locked out. Here's the data I wanted to add: VIN=932xx, date assigned 9/19/2018.
  10. Vic4Model3

    Wheel Spacer issue, please read!!!

    Too much Torque for unhardened studs!
  11. Vic4Model3

    Centered steering wheel and now AP1 doesn't pull to the right...

    It seems like AP1 uses an absolute steering position sensor, so when I adjusted the Tie Rod Ends to center the steering wheel, I and I'm just guessing, that made the Mechanical Steering Position and the Absolute Steering Position sensor equal. Now AP1, when activated, stays in the center of the...
  12. Vic4Model3

    Centered steering wheel and now AP1 doesn't pull to the right...

    Background condition; Steering Wheel needs to be held slightly to the left for straight down the road. When AP1 is activated, AP1 would hug the right lane line for about 20 seconds, then slowly find lane center and stay there. Apparently, AP1 does not store the center position of the steering...
  13. Vic4Model3

    New estimated delivery on Tesla page

    P3D- Mine shows "before the end of Sept".
  14. Vic4Model3

    19 - Inch "Foamed" Tire Searchers Rejoice

    Replaced my Goodyear EagleTouring, which have the foam insert, with Michelin Primacy MXM4 (no Insert) and find the new tires are quieter than the Goodyears.
  15. Vic4Model3

    P3D, uncertain if I'll get Lifetime Free Supercharging, before 9/16 deadline.

    I have my P3D finally, fully configured on 8/19. Sent email to referralprogram on 8/22 explaining I want to use my Model S referral on my P3D for free lifetime supercharging. Now, I have no way to check if my P3D delivery timing will be within the window of opportunity at or before Sept 16th...
  16. Vic4Model3

    Pay off balance before delivery

    If you rejected the car, Tesla takes it back, corrects all issues, then gives the same car back, for your inspection and acceptance. I'd just pay in full ahead of delivery, then notice any issues at delivery and have them recorded. Get issues corrected at a later date and enjoy driving on your...
  17. Vic4Model3

    Time for Update after Email Configuration Change

    Same situation here, emailed configuration change to add Performance Option. Guy said it could take 4 to 6 weeks to show up online. I thought he made a mistake and meant Days instead of Weeks, but not sure now.
  18. Vic4Model3

    A hole here?

    Don't have my M3 yet, but checked on MS and no holes found. But did find a rubber cover plug pushed-in leaving a hole, so I reseated that plug for a perfect seal. On the other front wheel well, I found that the front lower portion of the liner was not latched-in and out about 3/8", so with...
  19. Vic4Model3

    Model 3 specs

    Seem to remember something that Elon said about AP2.5 was current FSD option buyers would be updated for free, if the current AP2.5 Hardware can't get to FSD level 5. I take that to mean that if you paid the 3k up front for AP2.5, you get the free hardware upgrade, if necessary. But if you...
  20. Vic4Model3

    Unfinished metal and glue seen around front windshield, normal???

    Hope something was left out during manufacturing, it looks unfinished.
  21. Vic4Model3

    Wrapping the wood

    Yeah, price is way too high for me. Maybe a different and more affordable covering will show up soon.
  22. Vic4Model3

    Order to delivery in under 2 weeks!

    Same here, my configuration exactly. Maybe at the end on January, I'll see/hear something.
  23. Vic4Model3

    Model 3 Motor

    Currently S & X use an Induction Motor, which seem to be less efficient than a Permanent Magnet Motor, which is probably why all other EV manufacturers are using or designing future products with PM Motors. Would not be surprised if Tesla moves the S & X away from their namesake Tesla Induction...
  24. Vic4Model3

    Quite a difference between 120 and 240 volt charging.

    Something else to consider is useful lifetime of the coolant circulation pump and how this pump is affected by run time. Assuming the coolant pump is always running while charging the battery, like on models S and X, then charging at 240 Vac @ 24 amps will shorten the coolant pump run time by...
  25. Vic4Model3

    Change from alcantara to cloth on PUP???

    Yeah, I'm pissed about the Alcantara fabric swap-out. I like the look of it and it's black. The new fabric appears to not be black, which really upsets me... wanted an all black interior, just like my Model S. Have been having thoughts about canceling my order and forfeiting my $3500, just...
  26. Vic4Model3

    POLL: If the GOP tax reform kills the $7500 tax credit, will you still buy?

    No, don't really need two cars after all.
  27. Vic4Model3

    Confirmed - Production ramp of 5,000/week delayed until late Q1 2018

    My expected delivery date went from oct-Dec to nov-jan. Current SJ CA owner .
  28. Vic4Model3

    HW2.5 capabilities

    I plan on paying upfront for the fsd feature on my M3. Hopefully, fsd won't be involved in a Class Action Lawsuit in the not to distant future.
  29. Vic4Model3

    Is This the Tesla Semi?

    Hope the small wheel size is acceptable for the target market.
  30. Vic4Model3

    Model 3 specs

    Thanks for the clarification (.7 multifunction factor), I'll change my Model 3 Saved Preference back to 220 range.
  31. Vic4Model3

    Model 3 specs

    Suspect of real world driving range.
  32. Vic4Model3

    Model 3 specs

    EPA Certificate HTSLV00.0L13-004.pdf for 2017 Tesla Model 3, Long Range: city cycle = 495 miles range gentle highway cycle = 454 miles range
  33. Vic4Model3

    Model 3 specs

    Page 7 of the reference EPA doc shows the Charge Depleting Range as 454.64 (not 495, as I posted earlier) for both Calculated AND Actual. Very suspect! So the EPA results can be taken with a grain of salt.
  34. Vic4Model3

    Model 3 specs

    Right, I'm aware of the Italian getting 620 miles on an S100D with 27mph average. But, the EPA shows the Bolt at 238 miles range. So I can only assume the Model 3 was put through the same set of tests. Maybe Tesla is underestimating range for the worstcase scenario (extreme temps at either...
  35. Vic4Model3

    Model 3 specs

    Why is EPA showing, on their July 5 document, a range of 495 miles for the rear wheel drive, long range battery 2017 Tesla Model 3?
  36. Vic4Model3

    Model S Software/Firmware wishlist

    Dynamic volume control, so as speed increases, so does the volume to overcome tire noise. Very common feature on many autos.
  37. Vic4Model3

    HW2 software tomorrow?

    I tought the NVIDIA was fluid cooled. Could you be hearing a mini water pump?
  38. Vic4Model3

    Panasonic/Tesla collaberation

    Wasn't it for a product announcement?
  39. Vic4Model3

    With 8.0 I have to take over for auto pilot more

    For me, 8.0 works better where AP is supposed to be used and worst than 7.1 where AP is not recommended to be used. So on freeways, I like 8.0 a lot.
  40. Vic4Model3

    75 range upgrade option is back in MyTesla

    A 60 coming off lease in 24 months can be resold as a CPO 75 with no cost to Tesla.
  41. Vic4Model3

    New OEM frunk all-weather mat for refresh Model S

    Just now ordered mine, $83 delivered in CA.
  42. Vic4Model3

    Home Charging Best Practices

    Charging at 120 VAC at 12 amps was putting excessive wear on one of the coolant circulation pumps, as the pump runs for the entire duration of charging. So now charge at 240 @ 24 anps, which reduces circulation pump run time to 25 percent of the former, a big difference.
  43. Vic4Model3

    Software Update Today?

    When reported here that 8.0 is avail., I see that driving to the nearest GeoFence to get in que for download via LTE or WiFi won't help. FWIW, have received OTA downloads both ways.
  44. Vic4Model3

    Refreshed Model S: constant buzzing noise?

    VIN 149xxx, coolant pump runs every time one of the doors open, which triggers the 12V DC to DC charger. The other condition when it's on, is while charging the HV battery. The coolant pump, on my MS, runs continously during charging at 24 amps at 240VAC, and will also do so with 12 amps at...
  45. Vic4Model3

    Supercharging availability?

    San Mateo Supercharger wake-up call has shaken my confidence on Supercharger availability while traveling. San Mateo has 8 SC slots which were all, not only fully occupied, but had a lot of Teslas hoovering around, me included. Even if San Mateo had 20 SC slots, that wouldn't be enough. I...
  46. Vic4Model3

    Refreshed Model S paint chipping

    Just now checked my VIN 149xxx and it looks good.
  47. Vic4Model3

    How many miles per hour for a charge on a 110 volt outlet for Model S60

    MikingCO, when charging on 120 do you hear the coolant pump running continuously? 4 hrs of charging at 120vac meets most of my daily needs, but I'm concerned about coolant pump wear. 4 x 7 = 28 hrs per week of pump run time. Anyone else concerned with coolant pump wear, while slown charging?
  48. Vic4Model3

    Model S Software/Firmware wishlist

    Haven't read through all posts in this thread, but two items come to mind. Navigation volume needs increase with the speed of the car. Secondly, when "Auto" is selected in the area relating to "fresh air", "recirculate", "biohazard", no icon is highlighted to indicate which of the three has...
  49. Vic4Model3

    How robust is the coolant pump design?

    I charge at two locations. 220V @ 24 amps at one and 120V @ 13amps for the other (btw, 4hrs @ 120vac per day meets my daily charging needs). I've noticed that during charging, the coolant circulation pump is running continuously. Concerned that charging at 110vac will put undo wear on the...