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Favorite options? I want a snowplow and a winch.
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We do, but galvanic corrosion is a legitimate concern. There has been evidence of galvanic corrosion occurring with a hitch on a Model S here.
The keys to galvanic corrosion are: there needs to be different potentials between the metals in the system, the connection must be conductive, and there has to be some kind of electrolytic film in this conductive connection. Humidity/condensation counts as the electrolytic film in our application.
My assumption is that attachment points on the Cybertruck will be insulated points in the system so as to avoid the risk of galvanic corrosion. Here are ways to avoid corrosion:
It's manageable, but definitely something to keep in mind.
Sure. I currently own a aluminium Ford. There are tons of threads to help with that.
Just making people aware that insulation is needed.
And the frames of conventional trucks are steel. So bolting hitches,camper tie downs and winch mounts do not require anything special.
I would like the 500 mile battery in the two motor truck and would be willing to pay enough for it so that Tesla would make a nice profit from the option. Another, much cheaper option that I would like, is a weather radio. I had a Subaru that had a weather radio and it was very handy. I heat my house with wood and grow a big garden and it was nice to know if it was going to freeze or rain or whatever. The CT will appeal to a large number of people who could use a weather radio in their planning.
The Model 3 has a browser. You can get weather reports there or even watch weather radar.
I'm sure the truck will also have a browser.
I'm sure the truck will also have a browser.
parapyropig
Member
I am estimating that I’m going to need upwards of a 16,000 pound winch. If they could be tied into a 24V or 40V power source, even better.
David,
I live in the correct spot... I do need a plow...
israndy
Supercharger Hunter
I am very happy living where there is no snow. I have an F150 that gets abound 17 mpg around town. That's why I need a CT.
At work we use a very thick mylar tape when we need to mount an aluminum plate to a steel frame on trailers.
If it's done correctly, the mylar prevents the galvanic corrosion for about 5-7 years. Eventually the mylar gets brittle and cracks.
If it's done correctly, the mylar prevents the galvanic corrosion for about 5-7 years. Eventually the mylar gets brittle and cracks.
ModelNforNerd
Active Member
He did mention it:
Tesla Cybertruck's bed accessible from 2nd row, making a great camping machine - Electrek
That made my wife even happier to have her deposit down. Now the dog beds can go in the vault on long trips.
We've even got a dog who will be a little older by the time the truck is delivered, so we'll be able to dip the bed down for easy entry and exit.
CyberlandBound
Member
Full size spare and winch will be critical for long-haul off road travel. I assume the design team is at least aware of the need to include attachment points for third party equipment if these aren’t included as OEM accessories.
israndy
Supercharger Hunter
The frunk looks HUGE too, but perhaps that's a better place for the cooler, at least in the winter.
CyberlandBound
Member
Agreed, unfortunately can't have anything hanging off the back that would make the departure angle more shallow. Hopefully the design team comes up with something creative/ingenious.
Is in bed a problem? The floor is all T track and the sides have channels too, so lots of mounting options.
CyberlandBound
Member
In-bed may work for some users, but we're hoping to take a convoy of the trucks across country, so we'll be sleeping in the bed. I'm hoping to be able to create a platform and storage system as comfy as my current set-up!
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