Eberhard upgrade of MC to 40 amps with adapters

[Palpatine]

We could add executive leather around the pigtail NEMA adapters and an exposed carbon fiber box for an extra $9,000 option.

 

[Palpatine]

Well, not to sound too cynical... but to truly follow tradition, it would have to cost James more to build than Martin originally told him it would. Then James would have to effectively raise the price by making "optional" items that were previously included as standard. :tongue::smile:

We have already done that. The original deal from Martin was basically at cost for parts and shipping. He was doing them as a favor for friends. Then they started showing up in pictures and people wanted them. We are making a small profit on them, but not much. It is a labor of love because we are all fans of the Tesla Roadster. It keeps my technicians busy.

We have 30+ orders in the past three weeks.

Another Tesla Roadster owner has approached me about two other items that are very useful on a Tesla Roadster. It looks like we might become the Tesla Roadster aftermarket accessory company. It should be up on the website in a week or so.

 

[doug]

We have already done that.

heh... too funny... Makes a good story. :smile:

Lets hope the parallels don't go any further... (who really founded the Foundry Mobile Connector? ... Is that founded or funded?)

 

[Palpatine]

To honor Tesla tradition, maybe James can show us an artist's rendering of of a Sports Edition with carbon fiber accents that are mysteriously missing in the delivered RFMC.

You are killing me now. :biggrin:
If I was any good with photoshop I would do it.

 

[TEG]

 

[Palpatine]

It just got another email from a Roadster owner suggesting that we need to start numbering the RFMC and assign something similar to the VIN.

So "owners" can identify themselves by their number, their production start date, delivery date, etc.

Tesla tradition is important.

Product description for the $9,000 optional Executive Leather and Carbon Fiber RFMC:

The Signature Series of the RFMC will all be fully loaded with every optional NEMA pigtail adapter. Exective leather with contrast stitching around the cable and the exposed carbon fiber box blends woven carbon fiber with leather to create that luxurious and sporty feel to your recharging experience.

 

[TEG]

Given the mass piles of boxes at track events it would be a good idea to have some sort of identifying marks.

 

[Serge]

That's one fine charger. Might even help impress an aspiring actress :smile:

 

[TEG]

Seriously, maybe just a sticker set to customize your box when you get it.
Carbon fiber stickers. Roadster picture stickers. Etc.

 

[vfx]

Actually I would prefer if it was cylindrical like a soup can.

Those thick stiff cables never let the box sit flat anyway so why not eliminate the sides?

 

[TEG]

Actually I would prefer if it was cylindrical like a soup can.

(Use it to Soup-Up your Roadster!)

 

[bobw]

That would be the Andy Warhol edition?

 

[Palpatine]

Well, if you do decide to work with work with the MC240, let me know. Meanwhile I'll be thinking about it.

We have figured out how to upgrade the MC240 from Tesla so that it can do 40 amps and have all of our adapters. Contact me if you are interested.

[email protected]

 

[ChargeIt!]

We have figured out how to upgrade the MC240 from Tesla so that it can do 40 amps and have all of our adapters. Contact me if you are interested.

What would be the advantage of the Tesla version ? (GFCI ?) ... I know it's not space savings ! ?Warranty ...

What would be the cost difference ?

Edit: Just saw your new separate thread ... still, what's the warranty difference ?

 

[vfx]

I would have bet money the TEG was going to do this. I like the pop art touch!

 

[Palpatine]

What would be the advantage of the Tesla version ? (GFCI ?) ... I know it's not space savings ! ?Warranty ...

What would be the cost difference ?

Edit: Just saw your new separate thread ... still, what's the warranty difference ?

There is no impact on warranty. Tesla does not mind people using our unit. They are fully aware that it is out there and many people are using them.

 

[doug]

Tesla does not mind people using our unit.

Well, officially they have no comment or position on the matter. :wink:



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[Palpatine]

Roadster Foundry Mobile Connector (RFMC) on Flickr - Photo Sharing!

My Tesla Roadster Sport is now officially a business expense.

My RFMC NEMA adapter testing lab in my garage

RFMC units and adapters ready to be tested

Testing of RFMC adapters in progress

 

[mnx]

if only I could find a way to make a Tesla Roadster a business expense...

 

[Palpatine]

if only I could find a way to make a Tesla Roadster a business expense...

I might need to buy a second one.