Done: installed two Tesla Model Y (& Model 3) Rear Seat Folding Table

[Rcmpnc]

I've seen this mentioned around here (especially WRT working in the car) before but no installs. I pulled the trigger on two and have gotten them fully installed. Bought them from tesmanian (undisclosed bonus, they include the wireless charging pads).



Some notes:

1. Slowest part: The mounting plate the seat back attaches to is a small PITA to get into position and then line up with four screws to secure it.
2. Didnt fully hook up wireless charging: would have take apart dash to tap power & wireless charging is too slow IMHO. I installed the wires in case I'm daring enough to do it in the future.
3. The seat on the right is dropped into its lowest position, placing a laptop on it can work for short bursts but it'll be an awkward angle for your arms. Tablet? no problem.
4. As an extra surface for drinks, food, books, etc - its a great add on. The storage pocket below is friendlier than OEM
5. They intrude >maybe< another inch or so farther out than OEM, no biggie.

HEPAKing on youtube has the install video (tesmanian just links to it).

 

[theocguy]

it looks like the actual working area is small for placing a laptop. for drinks and snacks for the kiddos, they look good.

 

[Rcmpnc]

it looks like the actual working area is small for placing a laptop. for drinks and snacks for the kiddos, they look good.

Yep, propping a 13” laptop there is OK if your attending meetings, watching videos etc. Typing would be uncomfortable quickly. Tilting the seat back another 5-10 degrees helps.

However a tablet with keyboard works well ( also good for entertaining kiddos )