Charging and model 3

[ölbrenner]

Any body got any suggestion for a weather proof Nema 10-30 extension cord? I am having a really, really hard time finding anything on Amazon

First hit using "dryer extension cord" search on Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/AC-Works-3-P...21723823&sr=8-5&keywords=dryer+extension+cord

I'd personally be really worried about the voltage drop though....limit the amps at first.

 

[xav-]

Yeah this is what I found.. I am not sure of what "anti-weather" means though... there is another similarly priced "anti weather" cable that user reviews describe as "not weatherproof".

Not planning to plug in when it rains (which should not be a large issue in socal), but still wanted something ok for outdoor use.

Thanks for the reply.. I had seen posts of people getting theirs for $50 so was double checking that I wasn't missing anything.

 

[LCR1]

How many feet do you need?

Migjt have to build one. The TT cables are cheap. The NemaI bought years ago is no longer sold in amazon

 

[xav-]

15 to 25

 

[LCR1]

Probably better off making one. Only problem is making it weatherproof. SO cable is about $1.80/ft plugs are $10. is it going through the garage? If so I'd run the extension cord all the way to the door and run the charger under the door outside. That's how mine work for the tesla and leaf.

 

[Roy Wasson]

I have a Level 2 charging system in my garage at home that I use for my Nissan Leaf. Will it work (as is or with modifications) for my Model 3?

Roy in Miami

 

[buddhra]

I have a Level 2 charging system in my garage at home that I use for my Nissan Leaf. Will it work (as is or with modifications) for my Model 3?

Roy in Miami

Short answer, yes, but these support but videos should help you get familiar with the car: Model 3 Support Videos | Tesla

 

[jamnmon66]

All of the suggestions in this thread are good ones but you might just try charging on 110v in the garage for a while before you spend any money & effort on it. I installed a HPWC on a 100a circuit so I can't speak from experience but there's more than a few people in here who only charge on 110v & apparently do just fine. Depends on your use & whether you have time of day billing on your electric bill too.

 

[Roy Wasson]

Short answer, yes, but these support but videos should help you get familiar with the car: Model 3 Support Videos | Tesla

Thanks, Buddhra. All I needed to see from that video (or hear from someone) was that the car came with an adaptor.