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  1. J

    Navigation stops showing route (blue line) until reboot...

    Same here. Running 5.9, but this didn't start up with a version change. Just crept in there. Reboot fixed it about 2 weeks ago. Waiting for it to re-occur, not yet though.
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    P85+ Rear Tire Wear at 7400k Pictures

    P85 with 21's, have 9800 miles on them. Told by service center that I should get the rear tires replaced as the insides are wearing. Was told "that's just how it happens." Not happy....
  3. J

    Is ambient light buzzing resolved?

    Like Duckjybe, I too had been quietly (well not so quiet, just privately between Tesla and I) complaining about the buzzing. Yesterday they finally replaced the door lights, both front and rear, at the service center and I am now for the first time in 1 year buzz free. Story I heard from SC -...
  4. J

    Is ambient light buzzing resolved?

    Not fixed. Is a ballast issue in earlier cars. Sure hope it is fixed in software soon.
  5. J

    What's the best tint film?

    I have Formula One Pinnacle also - very happy with it.
  6. J

    Experiences with Water-less Washes.

    I use Optimum no rinse and OptiSeal. Best stuff ever. Had always used car soap and water, and here in Texas our water is pretty hard. I noticed swirls using car soap and water after just a couple of washes with the MS. After detailing guy polished them out, he told me to use Optimum No Rinse...
  7. J

    Firmware 4.4

    Version 4.4 problems Sadly 4,4 had been the only disaster update for me thu far. Door handles no longer retract, and when they attempt to do so the do it unevenly then immediate pop back out. Can't drive the car in public like this - it's basically screaming "hey come open me up, look around...
  8. J

    Model S Software/Firmware wishlist

    Wifi, where are you? I want to stream 4g LTE to my car. 3g is painful....
  9. J

    P85: Has your spoiler been installed?

    VIN s801 (sig), punch list completed, unless you're counting on the improved sun visors or sun shades ever materializing.....
  10. J

    What is Tesla's upcoming 'under your nose' announcement?

    What about turning on the WiFi?
  11. J

    Texas Road Trip

    I did a trip from Austin to Corpus Christi and back for Thanksgiving. About 220+ miles each way, and even at a even highway speed still had about 15 miles left. Gunned it a few times coming back to Austin, so stopped at Central Market in SA for an hour for a little charge which in the turned out...
  12. J

    Best Car in The Doctor's Lot

    Emergency medicine doc here in Austin. Had mine since November, have given test drives to half dozen docs already after seeing it in the lot. Hospitalist who drove it two weeks ago went home and reserved one right after the drive. Hopefully I won't be alone here soon and we can start lobbying...
  13. J

    Concerned about weak demand

    I'm at 2500 miles and the car has only gotten better. Didn't appreciate how cool it is getting new OS updates to fix little issues with the car. IF waiting makes you comfortable then do it. I had a buddy test drive mine this morning and all he complained about was having to wait now that he...
  14. J

    Model S Software/Firmware Updates

    To hopefully put the minds at ease of those who haven't received their update - Tesla evidently is doing this on purpose. They already have a version 4.1 coming out because of all the bugs in 4.0. If you are one of the ones who haven't received 4.0, it is because they are planning to send you...
  15. J

    Model S Software/Firmware Updates

    Mine have been doing the same buzzing since delivery (had it for almost a month, so pre-4.0). Told it is faulty capacitors, its common, and that "Tesla is working on a fix." Just have had mine off since purchase, so haven't really noticed or missed it.
  16. J

    Law Change - Texas front license plate no longer required?

    Didn't install mine either. I see a TON of luxury cars around here without front license plates. It would just piss me off every day to come out and see it there. Got a ticket for it once when I was a teenager, but I'm sure then the officer was just looking for a reason to pull over a car...
  17. J

    Nav System: Google Map not updating position

    Have same problem, and on the old version of OS. No update yet. Mt service rep sadly has no clue (been having this for about 3-4 days now, no answer from him). I think I found fix, but hesitate to post it until I test it all day today and see if it is gone permanently. Don't want to waste...
  18. J

    Please Enter Access Code

    Just killed 2 hours playing with this new information. Didn't change anything (except finally made my rims black like they were suppose to be but came programmed as silver.) mod note: Edited with OP's permission. b.
  19. J

    A few "how to" questions

    #4 - First put the car in neutral. Then apply the e-brake (press 'Controls' and go to e-brake. Press the apply e-brake button.) Car is now parked and on. Radio, climate control, headlights, all stay on even after you walk away. This is the way I finally got to see what the headlights looked...
  20. J

    Model S Software/Firmware Updates

    Was told by service manager yesterday that the software update is being rolled out in batches. Smart really, keeps them from either crashing their server or, if it is a bad update, prevents the Jalopnik headline "Tesla software update crashes all of their cars at once, proving again gasoline is...
  21. J

    Headlights - Contantly getting flashed by other cars thinking I'm using high beam

    Don't get flashed by brights (thinking mine are on) in the city, but did 200 mile trip 2 days ago and got flashed no less than 15 times on back country roads. I think the lights are just brighter than most cars.
  22. J

    Austin

    I had my Model S delivered a week ago. Still interested in checking one out?
  23. J

    Texas legislative issues/Operation Silent Thunder

    I wired tesla the money before they put it on the truck, as I guess the money can't change hands in Texas and its a truck driver delivering your car. Taxes were not included in my paperwork. I was lucky enough to pay cash so I can't speak to the loan process. I had to go to the tax assessors...
  24. J

    Texas registration issues and steps to navigate them

    Two things. First, STxTesla, I noticed you're in CC. I'm in Austin, but I'm going to be driving to CC tomorrow night (Wed) for thanksgiving weekend. Would it be an imposition, if you have a 220v set up, if I came over and charged? The trip is 211 miles and my father in law only has a 110v in...
  25. J

    Will after market mats be necessary or will the Tesla mats be up to snuff?

    I just ordered the Lloyd's ultimats in black, will post what I think of them once they get here in about a week.
  26. J

    Texas registration issues and steps to navigate them

    For Texas folks - how do you get your plates? Have my S, have the paperwork from Tesla with application for Texas title, receipt from Tesla, and ordered custom plates which should be at tax assessors. Did you get it inspected first? Do you then go to the tax assessors office and pay your...
  27. J

    Audio: Slacker Radio - Premium or Basic

    Evidently I had the basic version of slacker radio. Model S says not compatible with Basic service slacker. Do I have to upgrade to full service?
  28. J

    Wiki Model S Delivery Update

    Can confirm performance parts on backorder. My perf sig (VIN 809) will ship with no spoiler, and that CF in general was in "short supply. The spoiler evidently just glues on, so supposedly will be done by Rangers in the field.
  29. J

    Wiki Model S Delivery Update

    Neil at Tesla is the man! He is taking my delayed car issue by the reins and getting it done. Here it is, VIN 809 (Sig #371) in a lot at Tesla: So the deal is they are taking the delayed cars and applying a "hot" sticker on them, allowing that car to get parts first so it can be expedited...
  30. J

    Wiki Model S Delivery Update

    Well Sublimaze1, don't eat yet, as I may be an exception to the rule. First off, shout out to v12 to 12v and dsm363 for the supplied email addresses, as I was able to get a response. Thanks! Sadly, it was not the response one would hope for: "Hi Jeff, I'm stepping in because things have...
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    Wiki Model S Delivery Update

    Sublimaze1: "As an early "P", I am cautiously optimistic that my window (early - mid Nov) will be met. Make me eat my words ... please ..." Sorry to make you eat your words, but I'm Sig 371, have no VIN, no reply other than "see George B's email" and that they "guess" my delivery window is mid...
  32. J

    Tesla is communicating better.

    My wish is Matt at Tesla would return phone calls or emails. Both falling on deaf ears (and eyes.) Just want some info from them, seeing as they have $45000 from me.....
  33. J

    Model S Delivery Dates and Sequencing

    Yeah, its amazing what kind of laws money and a lobbying effort can get passed! Here in Austin technically it is still illegal to have wire cutters in your pocket.... Anyways, Tesla is just having us talk with the California representatives, and not the local ones. Also I 'think' they will...
  34. J

    Wiki Model S Delivery Update

    Bmek: Great graph! Impressive.
  35. J

    Model S Delivery Dates and Sequencing

    Krugerrand: Ouch! So emotional. I enjoy a good debate as much as the next person, but the "liar, liar, pants on fire" defense was used a little early. This isn't the Presidential Debate. All joking aside, everything I said was fact. Think about it - I have nothing to gain and a lot to lose...
  36. J

    Model S Delivery Dates and Sequencing

    No idea on the VIN. No one I've talked to at Tesla has any idea either, and that is, again as a shareholder, a worrisome thing. I get the feeling that things may be worse than they are letting on, that upper management is keeping the specialists in the dark, and that the specialists are being...
  37. J

    Model S Delivery Dates and Sequencing

    Not to burst anyone's "now I'm going to get my car soon" bubble, but talked with a couple of folks at Tesla today as I have entered my already-been-revised-twice delivery window and have heard nothing. I'll spare you all the little details of having to get a new specialist b/c they can't talk...
  38. J

    Production Rate (incl manufacturing waves)

    I can guarantee they won't finish sigs this month. I'm sig#371 and my window was 10/17-10/31. Initially told a few weeks ago that it would be the beginning of that time period. Now being told if it occurs in this time period it won't be until the end. Been told a VIN was coming any day. Now...
  39. J

    Austin

    DSM363, thanks for pointing me here - didn't know about the Austin portion of this forum, only knew of the one on Tesla's own forum.
  40. J

    Wiki Model S Delivery Update

    Just FYI for those trying to plot timelines: Sig #371 in Austin TX Window supposedly Oct 17-31, however, no VIN, same line of "we'll let you know something when we know something," for past 3-4 weeks. Sadly what they know is nada... :( And Texas is a little different than everyone else in the...
  41. J

    Wiki Model S Delivery Update

    I can tell you nothing in your config should be holding you up, as I had the same until I switched wheels and removed paint armor a few days ago. In the delivery email they even give you the option to switch wheels at that time (in case your didn't realize that performance grey meant dark grey...
  42. J

    Wiki Model S Delivery Update

    Delivery email sent for Sig 371 in Austin , TX, for Oct 17-31st. Signature Performance Sig red Grey Perf wheels Spoiler Pano roof Black leather interior Carbon fiber interior HPWC but told wont be available to anyone until Nov.
  43. J

    Model S Delivery Issues and Communication Concerns

    Just had my service rep not tell me the whole truth again. I'm absolutely fed up with tesla! :cursing: I called to inquire why customers with numbers in the 500's, 600's, and 800's are getting deliveries scheduled and I'm not hearing a thing at sig 371. They said they were waiting on my...
  44. J

    Model S Delivery Issues and Communication Concerns

    Not to shoot arrows in the theory of 100's of cars lying around awaiting release into the wild, but Tesla just let me change my order (rims from silver to grey.) Now they made it sound urgent, said I needed to sign the changed MVPA paperwork that day. I hope that means they are about to...
  45. J

    Model S/Chevy Volt issue: Help Needed

    I was wondering the same. My "If everything goes perfectly" plan had been to just install the HPWC and use it with both my wife's possible Model X and my Model S. However, my rep at Tesla warned me not to bank on the charge port for the X being the same as the S. Although battery technology...
  46. J

    Random Model S sightings

    Did you happen to see if it had paint armor on it? Were the lines obvious?
  47. J

    Get Amped Tour: Austin, TX August 15 – 16

    Glad to know the the whine is being eliminated. I test drove the performance in brown this morning in Austin, and the whine was very much present and quite loud. My rep you could tell didn't know what it was, just said its the motor. I too had read somewhere it was a coupling that vibrated at...
  48. J

    Model S Exterior: Paint Armor

    Went to Get Amped test drive today in Austin. To stay on topic and not stray from this intended thread, I'll comment only on Paint Armor. It was on the white performance S, and it looked AWFUL. If you are getting white or pearl white DO NOT get the pain armor. It was dirty on the edges...
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    Wiki Model S Delivery Update

    I'm regular sig 371, had called today to ask about charger (see that thread for that disappointing news :mad:). I have always been quoted Sept delivery, and the girl confirmed that "you are still in the late Sept, early Oct batch.". I took that as good news, so you guys in the 100s are likely...
  50. J

    Preparing for your Model S: Selecting outlet, Solar City, etc.

    I was warned today by my rep to install a 14-50 and not to rely on my HPWC being available when I take delivery of my car. Evidently they are having some problems and it is currently not available. This hopefully will only affect those sig holders and will get worked out by the time gen...