Incredulocious
LEAF → RAV4EV → Model 3 → Model Y
Yes!! And thank you for the picture confirmation! I’ve been checking in constantly to see someone post actual receipt and evidence.
And no garish handle like the Torklift EcoHitch one!
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Has Anyone Who Ordered the Tow Hitch Received a Vin?
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And no garish handle like the Torklift EcoHitch one!
elderplops
Member
Why is that great news? And what posting or source are you referring to?
Got my Vin today and confirmation for pick up this Monday 6/15. They actually asked me to pick up tomorrow (with no prior warning other than a text last week saying it could take 2-3 weeks.) Due to the pending sale of my used M3, I had to push it to Monday.
MSM/Black/LR AWD/20”/FSD/TOW HITCH
Pickup Marina del Rey Delivery Center
Ordered 4/16/20
MSM/Black/LR AWD/20”/FSD/TOW HITCH
Pickup Marina del Rey Delivery Center
Ordered 4/16/20
epicsurf
Member
Got my Vin (via source) this morning and a delivery "ready to be scheduled" text this afternoon.
RMC/Black/PuP/21"/FSD/TOW HITCH
Pickup Chicago Delivery Center
Ordered 6/1/20
Delivery 6/27/20
RMC/Black/PuP/21"/FSD/TOW HITCH
Pickup Chicago Delivery Center
Ordered 6/1/20
Delivery 6/27/20
Sorry, forgot to quote the post with photos of the factory installed hitch.
dandrewk
Active Member
Actually, it couldn't be easier. To pry it off the first few times, you may need a flat head screwdriver, but it pops off pretty easily. It's even easier popping back into place. It hides the receiver quite well.
@ahankins- thank you for the posting and that is great news! I think you just meant to say "is meant" not "isnt meant"
, and I should have figured that out.Just checked the latest users manual and there is no mention of the tow hitch itself or the software.
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dandrewk
Active Member
The Fremont delivery hub hadn't had a Model Y w/hitch before mine. Without looking through the display menus, there is no way to tell if the hitch was even there, as it's installed inside the undercarriage. The DA had to take the car back to service for them to pull the cover off.
The car itself was in excellent shape. No discernible issues with the paint or misaligned panels. The issue with the passenger side rear seat not being flush with the rest of the seat was present, but you'd have to have it pointed out to notice. I'm not sure if I'm even gonna bother with it.
The only real issue that needs solving is the steering wheel is off center by a few degrees. The alignment is fine as the car tracks perfectly straight. However, when it is tracking straight the steering wheel is at about 4 degrees. Some googling reveals it's been a problem with other Teslas since the Model S. My understanding is that it's pretty easy to fix.
I'd say I got lucky, with both the Model Y and Model 3.
The car itself was in excellent shape. No discernible issues with the paint or misaligned panels. The issue with the passenger side rear seat not being flush with the rest of the seat was present, but you'd have to have it pointed out to notice. I'm not sure if I'm even gonna bother with it.
The only real issue that needs solving is the steering wheel is off center by a few degrees. The alignment is fine as the car tracks perfectly straight. However, when it is tracking straight the steering wheel is at about 4 degrees. Some googling reveals it's been a problem with other Teslas since the Model S. My understanding is that it's pretty easy to fix.
I'd say I got lucky, with both the Model Y and Model 3.
Quick update on my order. Tesla texted me back 2 hours after letting me know I would be taking delivery today to let me know that my MY failed inspection at the factory and delivery has been delayed until Sunday.
Hopefully they will allow ordering from the SC at that same price as the option on the new car.. Us early adopters that received it a month earlier then it offered should not be punished or charged more for the option that they should have offered a month earlier....
I have Ben considering after market but at a cost of 500 plus installation it is going to come in very similar price to the 1k option assuming it is offered at the same price
I have Ben considering after market but at a cost of 500 plus installation it is going to come in very similar price to the 1k option assuming it is offered at the same price
jf64k
Member
Nice!! Thanks for the pics. So glad I went with the factory hitch. Love that it has Trailer Mode.
dandrewk
Active Member
When reinstalling the little door, be sure those bottom tabs on the door slide under the plastic railing beneath the tube. It should be real easy. It's quite possible to just pop it in there any which way, but then it becomes a chore removing it. Ask me how I know.
When reinstalling the little door, be sure those bottom tabs on the door slide under the plastic railing beneath the tube. It should be real easy. It's quite possible to just pop it in there any which way, but then it becomes a chore removing it. Ask me how I know.
Can we see screenshots of trailer mode? Does it show any specifics as to tongue weight?
