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Glad you love it. I think most Tesla owners would say that any timing that gets them behind the wheel later is worse than any timing that gets them there sooner.I do love my new car but timing here could not have been worse
How would you get to it if the 12V battery is dead and the car will not open?I assume they put a port for jumping the 12V battery somewhere in the frunk.
On the X there are cables to be pulled in sequence (that I believe only function if the car has no 12V power) which release the Frunk.How would you get to it if the 12V battery is dead and the car will not open?
I don't need to know, but I would assume if that is the recommended way to do that, it will be mentioned in the user manual which will surely become available online (if not already so, I don't have a Model X, just a Model S but the manual is available online). I'd be curious whether there is any lockout when 12V is available (and how "no 12V" threshold is defined/detected, since the battery will still be there supplying 12V with no load, but may not have enough juice to extend the door handles and/or unlock the doors).On the X there are cables to be pulled in sequence (that I believe only function if the car has no 12V power) which release the Frunk.
I'm assuming Tesla would have to be doing something similar here - and I'm being circumspect in describing them because I'm not 100% certain they only function without 12V power and some folks on the forum are worried about the security of their Frunk contents if the method is repeated to often.
I don't need to know, but I would assume if that is the recommended way to do that, it will be mentioned in the user manual which will surely become available online (if not already so, I don't have a Model X, just a Model S but the manual is available online). I'd be curious whether there is any lockout when 12V is available (and how "no 12V" threshold is defined/detected, since the battery will still be there supplying 12V with no load, but may not have enough juice to extend the door handles and/or unlock the doors).
Have had the Torqlift hitch since I bought my 85D last May Use it for bicycle rack. Works great (although bike rack and mountain bikes take a pretty decent toll on range).
Only bumper cutout is underneath the car. Impossible to see without wriggling under. And, even then, Torqlift offers a cool mag-mount cover which makes the hole disappear completely when the hitch is not in use.
I see a lot of "I just go without a front plate even though it's the law" and "drill and use the front license plate bracket because it's the law" replies...but I'm asking if there are alternatives like Magnaplate or The Law that will work on the updated S (or X or 3).
But law in most countries (actual law, as opposed to the slightly loose version in many US states!)
Thanks for the tip! Sounds like a rather cheap solution to the problem. I may give it a try next month.3M Automotive double sided tape. My plate has been stuck to the nosecone with it for almost a year and a half now with no issues and I have used it on every other car I have ever owned and never lost a plate. Just use double or triple layers where necessary to deal with any curves.
Everyone remember when people said there was no refresh coming?
That's odd. I confirmed my order last week and my car won't enter production until next month. My DS told me yesterday that I would be getting black piano decor, even though it's no longer available in the design studio. My DS told me I would have to pay a change fee and also the extra $1500 new book price (so $2000 total) if I wanted the new decor.
Interesting. First thought was how do you make a mechanical release that only works when car has no 12v power. Second thought is... that is probably why, assuming I understood correctly, there is more than 1 cable that must be pulled in sequence. The first probably acts like a test to verify the battery is dead, and if it is, it completes the linkage for the 2nd cable that actually pops the hood (more precisely, the first pull engages the link for the 2nd mechanically, but the linkage is denied or automatically released electronically if 12v power is present.) Well, anyway, that's what I envision.On the X there are cables to be pulled in sequence (that I believe only function if the car has no 12V power) which release the Frunk.
I'm assuming Tesla would have to be doing something similar here - and I'm being circumspect in describing them because I'm not 100% certain they only function without 12V power and some folks on the forum are worried about the security of their Frunk contents if the method is repeated to often.
TesS went 8 months without a front plate or drama... in WA. YMMV.It varies depending on the state. Try getting away without one in Washington or Oregon.
Took delivery of my Model S a few days ago (03/31) so a little disappointing that the new look and HEPA now available and I missed out on this - particularly because I had delivery set for mid-end of April and the Tesla rep talked me into taking it early... I don't know if this was intentional to move the old parts or if just to help with their end of quarter sales targets.
I do love my new car but timing here could not have been worse.. I've reached out to see if any exchange option but so far I'm getting the run around. Considering the 90 day happiness guarantee but I read they may block you from ordering new Tesla if you avail of this - does anyone know if this is the case or any other options to exchange a few days after delivery?
thanks!
Focus on the "I love my new car" and you'll be happier. Every Tesla owner could tell this story if he wanted to (I could have had parking sensors and auto folding side mirrors if only I had waited another month when I ordered in 2013). That's the price you pay for wanting a car that is continually being improved. Keep wanting the next great thing and you'll never get to drive one.
Thanks for the tip! Sounds like a rather cheap solution to the problem. I may give it a try next month.
I managed to get pulled over for no front license in Redmond, WA during the brief time that I had temporary plates when upgrading my MS last year - so I guess it depends on your luck. After the cop saw my temporary license on the back, he told me "nevermind, but make sure Tesla installs your front plate when you get it", so they apparently he knew specifically about Teslas (there are plenty of those around Redmond/Bellevue). They don't focus just on Tesla's though, immediately after he let me go, in the rear view mirror I saw him pulling over an Audi without front plates. It seems like that was all he was pulling people over for - stopped on a side road during stop-and-go rush traffic, like shooting fish in a barrel.TesS went 8 months without a front plate or drama... in WA. YMMV.
Same here. I didn't have the premium interior option, but it can be added now without changing the old price. However, if I request to have the new ash reflected in the configuration, new base price of 70D will be applied. It is said that adding options that were not available prior to price change will put the entire configuration into the new pricing system.
Thanks, it's not like I haven't been on the other end...ordered my first one in March 2013, took delivery in May 2013 - then shortly after they introduced folding mirrors and parking sensors. Then TACC. Then...auto pilot. Was I envious? Of course! Did I love my Tesla less, NO! It was and still is an incredible machine and I drove it with joy every single day for nearly 3 years, and now her new owners are enjoying her just as much. Was I happy for those back then who (maybe) unwittingly ordered at just the "right" time and got a "bonus"? YES! I got what I ordered when I ordered it, why would I hate on anyone? And as Tesla owners, we are all fortunate.
Anyhoo, moving on...
Turns out this car is more like an iPhone than a regular car.
Every year Apple makes just enough of a change to make me consider upgrading.