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  1. BIG ACH

    2018 75D Automatic low setting when parked?

    Hey folks, I added a 2018 Model X 75D to the household yesterday... was wondering if it's possible to have suspension setting automatically set to low when parked but revert back to automatically adapting as I'm moving and at speed? Thanks!
  2. BIG ACH

    Does a replacement battery increase resale value / insurance claim value?

    Soooo... I don't mean to beat this dead horse, but I just noticed an option to add coverage for "additional" custom parts provided by the vehicle manufacturer, this is with Progressive, You think we can get away with claiming a new battery was a custom part... I mean they reference a hydralic...
  3. BIG ACH

    Does a replacement battery increase resale value / insurance claim value?

    Yeah, unfortunately I can't do the whole parting out and selling type thing. That's a major time and energy sink that I really can't afford. On that note, does Tesla buy back cars with dead batteries as salvage? Or is that a hard no? I get the sense that the smartest thing to do right now is...
  4. BIG ACH

    Does a replacement battery increase resale value / insurance claim value?

    Why wouldn't agreed value insurance factor in parts you bought for the car too like a battery pack to improve the car? Progressive let's you insure aftermarket modifications... would a new battery pack be considered a modification? Lol
  5. BIG ACH

    Does a replacement battery increase resale value / insurance claim value?

    So my preference is to keep the car for as long as I can... I don't necessarily care to have the latest.... but thankfully the funds are there if I do need to buy a new car.... At the same time $13k could be a nice down payment on said new car... I understand that statistically speaking a...
  6. BIG ACH

    Does a replacement battery increase resale value / insurance claim value?

    That is a good point and sort of conundrum I was discussing last night... Right now I am gauranteed $13k from Carmax (or maybe a bit more from another dealer) - that I can apply to a new car.... do I just take that and go trade in (I'd really rather not)... or do I try to see if the car will...
  7. BIG ACH

    Does a replacement battery increase resale value / insurance claim value?

    Agreed - and that is a fair comment... but does insurance factor in the battery replacement? Whether it's for similar cars or my car? Say in scenario 1 there are 200 2013 Teslas in the area with original batteries. And in scenario 2 there are 2002013 Teslas in the area with brand new...
  8. BIG ACH

    Does a replacement battery increase resale value / insurance claim value?

    So I have an interesting question... I have a 2013 Model S 85, with 63,000 miles... it's on the original battery and original motor. Overall it's doing great - upgraded the infotainment, Battery degredation seems to be about 4% or so... The car was purchased brand new and has been in my...
  9. BIG ACH

    Red brake calipers

    I did buy the decals separately and the shop put them on. Bought the decals on ebay from this seller - they're still looking great: 12pc TESLA Brake Caliper Set Vinyl Sticker Decal Logo Overlay Graphic | eBay I have no idea if they clear coated them after they were installed. But they look...
  10. BIG ACH

    2013 S 85 - What is the effect of sitting for 5 years

    How long has it been sitting? If it helps at all - In 2017 I took my father's 2013 Model S 85 after he passed, the car had only been driven on average 2,000 miles a year (had 8,000 miles total since purchase 4 years prior). Ran fine... but I did have to replace the 12v battery. I took it on a...
  11. BIG ACH

    How many pre-facelift owners here are on their original Drive Unit?

    2013 Model S 85. Still on the original drive unit. But mine only has 36,000 miles.
  12. BIG ACH

    Likely MCU Failure (MCU1 eMMC)

    That was me yesterday - damn near gave me a heart attack lol
  13. BIG ACH

    Can't patch 21" Continental Contisport?

    Hey folks quick question. I MIGHT have a nail in my tire, although I still can't see it yet, but I'm gradually losing air and keep having to top off every couple of days. Took my car to a tire shop nearby and they told me that the contisport are self sealing tires and cannot be patched. He was...
  14. BIG ACH

    Hello guys! Please help with used OEM Tesla spoiler!

    I bought my new OEM spoiler on Ebay for about 600 as well. Looks just like yours :-D
  15. BIG ACH

    2014 Tesla S85 with Autopilot for 21K but no warranty

    The motor and battery should still be under warranty.... 8 year or unlimited miles. Everything else is out of warranty. I have a 2013 S 85 with no warranty (except the motor and battery) so far everything has been good. Some minor issues that are common with Tesla. Door handles mostly.
  16. BIG ACH

    FS: Carbon Fiber Dash Trim Kit

    Did this ever sell? What about the cup holder / center arm rest component?
  17. BIG ACH

    Rear door unlocks and opens when approaching the car.

    I have the same thing but hilarioualy it only happens when its extremely hot outside or when it rains hard.... Even more hilarious is that I live in Florida I've just been living with it right now, will eventually stop procrastinating and go get it fixed.
  18. BIG ACH

    Is this gen 1 or gen 2 seats?

    I have Gen 1 seats, they're fine... I recently test drove a car with the next gen seats.... they are absurdly nice. The best car seats I have ever been in (and I used to own a Volvo S60 prior to the Tesla - which many still claim are the most comfy car seats ever made - I disagree lol)
  19. BIG ACH

    Does anyone with AP1 (or pre-AP1) have got any 2019 software updates?

    Did some digging on my non AP 2013 85, no release notes, but I do see that I now have dog mode, and the Atari games selection screen has been updated. Thats all I've noticed so far.
  20. BIG ACH

    Red brake calipers

    Paint job is holding up great.... this is a good shop (one of the best in the area I've come to find out), HOWEVER... I think I should have specifically asked them to use Blocks (or pads) when they lift the car.... I know they have them... I saw them used for other vehicles, so I didn't...
  21. BIG ACH

    Software Update 2019.12.x

    2013 MS 85 (No AP) as well got 2019.12.1.1 no release notes - and nothing really seems different (didn't check for any new games though)... And browser now not working at all (it was working before)
  22. BIG ACH

    Does anyone with AP1 (or pre-AP1) have got any 2019 software updates?

    2013 here with no AP hardware at all... Regarding 2019 upgrades.. I ain't got shhhhhh!
  23. BIG ACH

    EZ-Pass Front License Transponder Mounting Options with Model S License Plate Holder

    Make sure you register your plates on the EZ pass website so if you have any issues being picked up on the road they can go back to that.
  24. BIG ACH

    Replacing the Piano Trim/Decor?

    Ditto
  25. BIG ACH

    Replacing the Piano Trim/Decor?

    There was someone that sold a vinyl sticker trim that you can just stick on.... I was debating the Carbon fiber one :-D But I'm too lazy for even that option!
  26. BIG ACH

    19" Standard wheels and tires (16K miles) - Orlando Pick up

    Hey folks... Wheels are in great condition.... One has some minor scratches in one spot but nothing serious at all... I've added a picture of that one below. The others, maybe some very light scuffing here and there but nothing I've noticed . The tires are Michelin Primacy. These were the...
  27. BIG ACH

    Does the regular (not air) suspension have issues?

    So not the popular opinion on my end.... but I much prefer the coils on my car than the Air suspension. I've driven them back to back, and the air suspension feels cushier and floaty which I did not like. Something about the coils just felt a bit more raw. I do however see value in raising and...
  28. BIG ACH

    Would you give up free supercharging for life?

    If Tesla came to me today and said we will uncork your car and give you more POWA if you give up free supercharging for life, then I would do it.
  29. BIG ACH

    no sentry mode

    Soooo... like... for those of us who will not be getting Sentry mode, and have a Pre-AP car... whats our car security status? Like what happens if somebody comes and smashes the window of my car? Will any alarm go off? Isn't that supposed to be the standard in all vehicles?
  30. BIG ACH

    19" Standard wheels and tires (16K miles) - Orlando Pick up

    PRICE DROP Wife wants these GONE... so I'm going down to $300
  31. BIG ACH

    How to check referral prize status since loot box is gone

    Noticed this too... Where's my space picture yo!?
  32. BIG ACH

    Wheel chrome nuts

    Why don't you ask at the service center . They're like $1 each?
  33. BIG ACH

    For those that own a Model S Ludicrous without breaking the bank, what is you total comp or job?

    You can't tease us like that - curious minds want to know what else you're rocking - pics are good too friend
  34. BIG ACH

    For those that own a Model S Ludicrous without breaking the bank, what is you total comp or job?

    I lived in Northern California for 4 years before I requested (and got approved) to relocate to our company's Florida office. While out in California I certainly had a decent salary with a big tech giant, but I still felt very stretched out... some colleagues of mine drive absurdly nice cars...
  35. BIG ACH

    Inherited Tesla- need advice

    These words could not resonate more... There are soooooo many things that I wish I could just call my dad about to get his thoughts on, but I can't anymore, things that he would've been the perfect person to solve. Sorry if I missed it in a past post, did you run the car specs through Kelley...
  36. BIG ACH

    Inherited Tesla- need advice

    GordonsGirl, I'm terribly sorry for your loss. Like you, I actually inherited my father's 2013 Tesla as well when he passed away two years ago (his had about 7,000 miles)... My situation was even more complex with the fact that my father lived and bought his Tesla in Canada and I live in...
  37. BIG ACH

    would you pay to have your car unplugged and moved for you?

    Don't you guys remember Elon's automatic snake charger cable that would prop up and plug into a car by itself, if that comes back to life and it can unplug, then setup full self driving - it can pull out itself and you wouldn't need any humans involved... ....... Then, SkyNet will take over...
  38. BIG ACH

    Strange Bluetooth issue with phone calls

    Thought it was just me (Razer Phone 2)... Never thought to adjust the volume .
  39. BIG ACH

    Deliver and Register Canadian "Spec" Car in California

    You can buy it in Canada and drive it or ship it down to the US - the car is more expensive in Canada though. I have a Canadian spec car registered and titled in the US. My father lived in Canada and had a Model S. When he passed away I inherited the car... but I live in Florida. I was able...
  40. BIG ACH

    Crazy service times?

    Yeah - I'm pissed when they need to keep my car overnight for regular service... two weeks is unacceptable. If ever there was an argument for a true dealer network, this is it.
  41. BIG ACH

    EV-CPO.com CPO Consolidator support thread

    Just retested it - you are right, I'm even now seeing Tampa and other areas... But this vehicle which shows up on EV-CPO in West Palm: 85 kWh Performance Model S 5YJSA1H19EFP36887 | Tesla Does not show up when I filter by Florida, when I remove the FL filter, I do see it, and it does say...
  42. BIG ACH

    EV-CPO.com CPO Consolidator support thread

    Hi there- apologies if this has come up before, I've noticed that when I filter by state and select "Florida" it only shows Orlando listings and does not show the West Palm Beach listings. Thanks!
  43. BIG ACH

    Best smartwatch recommendation?

    If you have Android Wear - "dashboard for tesla" is amazing you can do pretty much everything on the watch as you would on the app. I imagine it is the same with the apple watch iteration of the app.
  44. BIG ACH

    19" Standard wheels and tires (16K miles) - Orlando Pick up

    Ok, so I bought 21" turbines, and had to shelf these originals. I wanted to keep them as a backup but wifey says we need the storage space. These are from my 2013 Model S. Tires have only approx 16,000 miles and are in great shape. TPMS is non-functional so you'll have to use your own. I...
  45. BIG ACH

    My two year old is obsessed

    Me: Do you want to watch Peppa Pig? 2 year old son: No Daddyyyy!... Twesla!
  46. BIG ACH

    P85D with four year warranty goes sub $50K

    That's a great freaking point that I totally forgot about!!!
  47. BIG ACH

    P85D with four year warranty goes sub $50K

    Quick update: Tesla is offering me about $49,900 for my standard S 85 with 25,000 on the odometer. There is a P85D in my area for $53K but with 50,000 miles. Worth the trade? I would lose the rear facing seats. They come in handy but not essential .
  48. BIG ACH

    (Video) PedalBox sheds 0.2 seconds off MX 0-100 run

    Has anyone seen this video, I can't understand what he is saying but the video shows him doing two runs with his Model X 90D... one without using the pedalbox (5.923 seconds), and one with it (5.723 seconds). As far as I know, the claim is that the product is supposed to improve throttle...
  49. BIG ACH

    P85D with four year warranty goes sub $50K

    I saw a P85D for $55K last night with 33K miles and thought that was a steal Mind you, Tesla was offering me $55K for my standard (non-P) 85 last year at 16K miles. Wonder how much they'd ask for now.