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  1. epley

    Are there any other cars out there using Tesla patents for charging?

    Since releasing the patents on its charging technology, have any other companies produced vehicles that can use Tesla chargers and superchargers?
  2. epley

    Why I sold my 1-month old Tesla Model S.

    Sorry to hear about your troubles! Good luck with your next car! David
  3. epley

    Recent Calls Sync with 6.0 and iOS 8

    Since updating to 6.0 and iOS 8, my recent calls no longer sync between my iPhone and the Model S. Anyone else having this problem?
  4. epley

    Did you feel that? The rapid acceleration of depreciation of your P85

    Why did you sell your P85+? OTE=texex91;781552]Yep just like any car when the newest shiny version comes out. I took at bath when I sold my P85+ last year before this one, I'm glad I did now. Think I'll order a p85D--it looks sweeeeeeeet (plus NEW seats finally!)
  5. epley

    Annual Service - is the "hardware upgrade" dream finally dead?

    I like to view the annual inspection and cost as insurance. It's ensuring my car is in top shape, that everything is in working order, and that I get all the service bulletins done in a timely fashion--like the road-hazard-destroying plate. If you are getting these things without a service...
  6. epley

    Where are the Model X Betas?

    It's only a month or two and I haven't seen hide nor hair of a Model X Beta. What's up? Are they skipping beta and going straight to production? Or are they a bit behind schedule?
  7. epley

    Order changed from P85+ to P85D

    I don't know that I'd say relic about the P85, but that P85D sure is hot!
  8. epley

    Model S regenerative braking with brake pedal

    It's a different way of driving with the Model S that takes a little getting used to. You regulate your speed and "brake" by varying the pressure on the accelerator. The only time you need to switch your foot to the actual brake pedal is to hard stop (stop sign, stop light, emergency, etc.) If...
  9. epley

    Please don't do this...(park blocking multiple Supercharger spots)

    After reading all the posts, you have convinced me: maybe not so bad. They should have stayed around a bit more, perhaps. And had they used the farthest right stalls they could have blocked fewer stations. Thanks all for reminding me that patience and tolerance go a long way (it's been a crappy...
  10. epley

    Please don't do this...(park blocking multiple Supercharger spots)

    This would have been the courteous way to do it. The family left the car and wandered off as my family parked to charge. They were nowhere to be seen 45 minutes later when my family left.
  11. epley

    Please don't do this...(park blocking multiple Supercharger spots)

    What a jerk. Seen at the Centralia, WA supercharger yesterday. There is no excuse for this, regardless of how many open stalls there are. Take the bikes off the rack if you have to, but don't park across 3 stalls.
  12. epley

    Model S - Window Tinting

    @EarlyAdopter: Who did you get to install this in Seattle?
  13. epley

    Any second thoughts???

    Theoretically, if you could turn off the governor, it would go full speed in reverse!
  14. epley

    Hill Hold Function

    Thank you Tesla for this new feature! Living in the Seattle area, I use this every single day. And on the super-steep downtown Seattle hills it's a godsend; no more large rollbacks!
  15. epley

    "scratches" all over new car

    Someone taught me the "two bucket method" which sounds crazy but makes sense and helps prevent scratches and whorls in the paint: http://www.detailingspot.com/?page_id=15
  16. epley

    Older Teslas limited to 90kW Supercharging

    Thanks!:biggrin:
  17. epley

    Rated range loss after 1 year

    The point about Tesla changing how they display the mileage is important. My 90% used to say 245, then it was 240, then 230, now usually says 219. I'll try to rebalance and see what happens, but each of these reductions came immediately after a software update.
  18. epley

    New door handle design

    I like the flat door handles. They look cool and consistently wow others when you show them. Tesla will eventually work out the glitches with them. Remember, nobody's ever done this before.
  19. epley

    Older Teslas limited to 90kW Supercharging

    For some perspective: my mom has been ill, so I've been travelling between Woodinville, WA (outside of Seattle) and Salem, OR a lot over the past month. The distance is 245 miles and it's hilly. Can't make it on a single charge. There are 2 superchargers between Woodinville and Salem: Centralia...
  20. epley

    Phone App: iPhone/Android app

    I was driving down the freeway in Oregon the other day (I live in Washington) and it was suddenly very, very hot in the car. Next thing I know the vent opens. I was going 65, so it's pretty loud when the vent suddenly opens up. "What the hell?" I thought. I looked at the temp and it was set to...
  21. epley

    New poll: How to get to 100% EV in your household?

    The one option missing is "need time to save for another electric car"
  22. epley

    No Model S loaner when Clooney was owner

    Wow. What a piece of doodoo.
  23. epley

    Drive Differently in Model S?

    I didn't think I'd change. I recently got winter tires and was shocked to find out how much more aggressively I'd been driving with the 21's. Also, the brake quote is spot on--I rarely use the actual brakes anymore. - - - Updated - - - I agree! I'm surprised how many people put the creep...
  24. epley

    From Panamera Twin Turbo to Tesla Model S

    I went all winter without winter tires in Seattle--no problem. Got them this year, and I'm not convinced it's worth the $4k. - - - Updated - - - A good thing, too! Those panamera's catch fire...
  25. epley

    Audio: Slacker Radio - Premium or Basic

    Any idea when/if the Model S UI will support all the Premium functions?
  26. epley

    XM Satellite Radio--3 Mo free trial included?

    The Signature owners got a free trial of Slacker for a year, but not XM. I did have XM for about 3 weeks, then it defaulted back. I don't think we are supposed to be getting a free trial of XM, and now I'm addicted to Slacker so it doesn't matter. - - - Updated - - - The other question is when...
  27. epley

    Firmware 5.6

    Off topic, but there is something interesting here: "inventory" P85. Does this mean Tesla has sold through all it's pre-orders?
  28. epley

    One Man's P85+ versus P85 experience... am I being unfair to the P85?

    Some of that difference may be the wheels. I recently got winter tires on my P85 after driving the 21's for a year. It feels like a different car. Smoother ride, a bit quieter. But the cornering and thrust off the line are not the same...at all. I am sorely missing my 21's. Maybe I'll get used...
  29. epley

    S85 vs P85?

    I've had the pleasure of driving an S85, a P85 and a P85+. I'm not sure I can tell the difference between the P85 and P85+, but I can tell with the S85. Having said that, the S85 has impressive acceleration. I am glad I sprang for the P85 (sig 693 so didn't have a choice for P85+). Either way...
  30. epley

    Timeout for this moderator :)

    Sorry to see you go and wish you the best!
  31. epley

    Open letter to the Haters

    << But let's discuss both successes and issues with respectful conversation.>> I totally agree, mknox. I think there are people out there who are losing the forest for the trees. I am not intending to refer to people with legitimate concerns or having rational discussion as "haters," but to...
  32. epley

    Another fire...near a Model S

    Like.
  33. epley

    Ugh. Another Model S fire - 2013-11-06

    This really needs to be put front and center. I think the media needs to know that not every Model S that hits road debris catches on fire! I wonder if the Tesla media people would be interested?
  34. epley

    Ugh. Another Model S fire - 2013-11-06

    Holy crap that video was scary! You've gotta wonder why they were filming, too!
  35. epley

    Open letter to the Haters

    Elon Musk has stated that his goal was to build the best car. On this very forum, there is vigorous debate over whether or not he's done it. But that's not really his ultimate goal: his goal, exercised through the company Tesla Motors, is to change transportation in this country. It's to move...
  36. epley

    Second Fire cause by impact with a metal object. Recall necessary?

    http://www.car-accidents.com/car-fire-crash-burn.html Lots of regular cars catch on fire after hitting metal objects, trees, other cars, sitting still, and for many other various and sundry reasons. Of the number of Tesla crashes, several have caught fire. It would be interesting to know if...
  37. epley

    Ugh. Another Model S fire - 2013-11-06

    I see tons of Leafs on the freeway here in the Seattle area.
  38. epley

    Supercharger - Burlington, WA

    The farthest stall to the right as you face the stalls has no power tonight. :(
  39. epley

    Key Fob solutions

    I'd love to get one of these PeteFobs, but don't know where to order and can't find it in the 17 pages of posts--can someone PM me or post where we order these? Thanks!
  40. epley

    NW Owners' Monthly MeetUp - August 25th, 2013

    I'd love to be there but will be out of town. :frown:
  41. epley

    Jalopnik story about Model S meetup in VA

    Thanks for the article. Many of us here have issues with Jalopnik, so glad you clarified. Keep up the good work!
  42. epley

    2nd Row Cup Holders from Tesla

    The cup holders on those booster seats are crap. Too shallow for anything useful. So in fact they become cup spilling devices...
  43. epley

    60 trip - I deserve an award lol

    Yes, but look at the elevation change in Nleggatt's trip! Pretty flat in comparison in Wisconsin! I hereby aware NLeggatt this award: :biggrin:
  44. epley

    The moment my life changed!

    Way to go! You'll love the car and you'll have no regrets!
  45. epley

    Awesome news about Tesla and local Town Cars

    Called and made reservations today for airport shuttle service with this unit (Eastside Towncar & Limo), but they'd never heard of a Model S. Bummed, but it will come some day.
  46. epley

    The moment my life changed!

    Ditto. Got mine November 15th and I'm more enamored with it now than then!