ALL CyberTruck discussion

[MarcusMaximus]

I don't believe that is the case. The moving friction coefficient of the tire against the road, while maybe 30% to 50% smaller than the static friction coefficient of the same tire against the road, is much much greater than the rolling resistance of a set of free rolling wheels, which have bearings for a reason.

Just try to apply the brake on the trailer and toll it. Once the trailer moves the wheels lost traction, but it still excert much greater resistance comparing to when no brake is applied.

That is all true, but rolling resistance != coefficient of friction, which was my only point. Less a disagreement with your actual point and more a correction of a minor technical point

 

[Curt Renz]

Reuters: Gamblers back Tesla in Ford tug of war as orders reach 250,000

 

[ZsoZso]

Please, somebody start manufacturing these cybernutz to hang at the back of Cybertrucks:

 

[TradingInvest]

Let's say in year 2022, driver A ordered a traditional gasoline pickup truck with some upgrade features. He pays $700 a months for the truck, and he pays $400~800 for gasoline each months. After 6 years, the truck is paid off, gasoline spending continues for the next 10 years.

Driver B ordered an electric pickup truck, pays $700 a months for the truck, electricity costs is $50~100 a month. After 6 years, the e-truck is paid off, continue to pay electricity for the next 10 years.

In the end, driver A with gasoline truck would pay an extra $67k ~ $134k compared with driver B.

Meanwhile, driver B with Cybertruck enjoys automatic air suspension, onboard air compressor without taking extra space, 120V and 240V power supply, the truck also works as backup power in case there is a power outrage. Bullet proof stainless surface; super strong glass; electric trunk cover; autopilot......

Each year 2.7 million new ICE pickup trucks are sold in the US. I guess lots of them will be interested in electric trucks. No pickup drivers say "I love wasting money on gasoline."

 

[aronth5]

Lots of variations in the CT but this is my favorite even though its not a pickup truck.

 

[VValleyEV]

I built my Cybertruck. You can too. A few smudges from getting glue on my hands, but not bad, hu=h?
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[Electroman]

From Wikipedia:

• 209.3 in (5,316.2 mm) (Regular cab 6.5' box)
• 227.9 in (5,788.7 mm) (Regular cab 8' box)
• 231.9 in (5,890 mm) (SuperCab 6.5' box/SuperCrew 5.5' box)
• 243.7 in (6,190 mm) (SuperCrew 6.5' box)
• 250.5 in (6,363 mm) (SuperCab 8' box)

Compared to the Cybertruck (231.7”) the comparable SuperCrew 6.5’ box is 1 foot longer.

And for the descriptions (same Wikipedia page):
In line with its predecessor, the thirteenth-generation F-150 is sold with three cab configurations (two-door standard cab, 2+2 door SuperCab, four-door SuperCrew), with rear-wheel drive or four-wheel drive (4x4). Three bed lengths are available (dependent on cab configuration): 5½ feet (SuperCrew, all Raptors), 6½ feet (all except Raptor), 8 feet (Regular cab, SuperCab).

Thank you. I also saw this in one of the YouTube comments:

Ford: 231.9 in long, 79.9 in wide, 75.6 in high.
Tesla: 231.7 in long, 79.8 in wide, 75.0 in high.

 

[MarcusMaximus]

I ran out of glue, so went back to first principles and used tape.

 

[lascavarian]

I built my Cybertruck. You can too. A few smudges from getting glue on my hands, but not bad, hu=h?
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Looks like an origami kit in the making.

 

[JRP3]

I'm seeing a lot of bad panel gaps and finish issues.

 

[MarcusMaximus]

I'm seeing a lot of bad panel gaps and finish issues.

You should see the piles of scrap

 

[Foghat]

Tri cy is the new sci fi.

 

[EVDRVN]

With 250K reservations now, surely they have to think about bringing production forward

Because those that ordered 3 and all the people that ordered to sell them plus the normal drop off should equal about 50K tops")

I'm seeing a lot of bad panel gaps and finish issues.

That's a Tesla feature not an issue.

 

[MarcusMaximus]

Because those that ordered 3 and all the people that ordered to sell them plus the normal drop off should equal about 50K tops")


That's a Tesla feature not an issue.

That number is with duplicates removed . And your made up one is still higher than *checks* everyone else’s cars.

 

[EVDRVN]

That number is with duplicates removed . And your made up one is still higher than *checks* everyone else’s cars.

My comment is about the gaps not sales.

 

[MarcusMaximus]

My comment is about the gaps not sales.

“Because those that ordered 3 and all the people that ordered to sell them plus the normal drop off should equal about 50K tops"

Accidental post?

 

[FlatSix911]

I built my Cybertruck. You can too. A few smudges from getting glue on my hands, but not bad, hu=h?
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Well done!

 

[Mad@gascar]

I don't know, but it would have been hilarious if after breaking the first window Elon had asked:

"Franz, have you been working out?"

Or if he had deadpanned:

"Folks, this is why you need Tesla Insurance!"

 

[M3Rider]

Body shops, including hail damage removal, glass replacement, and paint shops will not be thrilled with the toughness.

The lack of toxic paint is a big bonus for the environment and prob. for the health of former painters.

 

[Buckminster]

Happy CT Thanksgiving! - are your extended families ready to receive the endless stainless steel sermons?

If CT had been a turkey, you would have had to eat your words....