Key Fob solutions

[flybob08]

Key Chain Idea

Here is my latest attempt. I have used an 11mm ring in the fob, although a 10mm would likely also work and then hooked that ring to a small swivel attached to the key ring. Both the split ring and swivel are available on Amazon for about $3/100. (Note to self - Need to buy more Model S'). The swivel lines the fob up nicely with the keys.

 

[bollar]

I would like a credit card dimensioned fob that I could keep tucked in my wallet. That's the one thing I miss about my first Keyless Go car.

 

[artsci]

I've gotten the habit of hanging mine around my neck -- it's on a lanyard by itself so it never bumps up against other keys. It never goes in my pocket.

 

[pete8314]

I've gotten the habit of hanging mine around my neck -- it's on a lanyard by itself so it never bumps up against other keys. It never goes in my pocket.

But do you have the cool Telsa lanyard?

 

[AnOutsider]

I still want a nice Tesla wrist watch that doubles as the fob.


Evan, Via Tapatalk

I tore apart a nike fuelband to see if I could stick the internals in there. No go, but I'm sure some sort of sleeve could be fabricated for the internals to slide into. Kickstarter?

also, pete, my service center added a little keychain-like rope to my FOB, which I like, but I'd also jump in for one of yours!

 

[artsci]

But do you have the cool Telsa lanyard?

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Just plain black. I don't want to draw more attention to it than it does now.

 

[kjl]

Waterproof key fob solution?

Hi - I saw the other key fob solutions thread, but it looks like that's about something different.

I like to kitesurf, which involves going out in the disgusting bay and ocean with nothing much but a wetsuit and a harness. Anybody have a good, as-small-as-possible, waterproof keyfob solution?

I've seen some cases like these:http://www.amazon.com/Waterproof-Container-Airtight-Money-Beach/dp/B002EDCS06 , which would work, but if anybody has a link to a specific product that is exactly the right size (so that it is less bulky when stashed under my wetsuit), that would be appreciated. And any other ideas would be nice as well.

I've never heard of waterproof pouches, but a quick google search shows that they do in fact exist. Anybody know if they are actually for reals 100% waterproof, or are they going to be like a ziploc bag which will leak 1 out of every 100 times and ruin the fob?

So far I guess my best, safest idea is to foodsaver vacuumseal one of the fobs (no, really), stash that in a waterproof box or pouch, wrap the cord around my neck or shoulder, and stuff it under a wetsuit.

Hopefully somebody has a better solution, like an exact Tesla Model S keyfob-shaped waterproof box that I can surgically implant into my forearm or something.

 

[dsm363]

Mod note: The posts from pete's awesome Tesla key fob cover were moved to their own thread since it generated so much interest and will likely be sold to people at some point. There seems to be an issue with the server on where they actually went. Will try to get them restored and they should appear in this same section of the forum.

 

[NigelM]

Mod note: The posts from pete's awesome Tesla key fob cover were moved to their own thread since it generated so much interest and will likely be sold to people at some point. There seems to be an issue with the server on where they actually went. Will try to get them restored and they should appear in this same section of the forum.

Here it is: pete8314-s-Tesla-Key-Fob-Cover

 

[scaesare]

NOTE TO MODS: As part of the aborted move of the portion of the thread relating to Pete's product, this index on this thread seems to be jacked up too. It shows as being 17 pages long (assuming default page display size) for me, but you can't navigate past page 13...

We'll see what happens when I post this...

 

[NigelM]

NOTE TO MODS: As part of the aborted move of the portion of the thread relating to Pete's product, this index on this thread seems to be jacked up too. It shows as being 17 pages long (assuming default page display size) for me, but you can't navigate past page 13...

We'll see what happens when I post this...

Thanks. That will correct itself.

 

[Ven Rala]

I am not sure if this solution has been posted, but I ordered this key fob protector from Amazon and it fits the Model S key fob perfectly. http://www.amazon.com/Lucky-Line-49001-Key-Protector/dp/B002DZDG9C

 

[jomo25]

I am not sure if this solution has been posted, but I ordered this key fob protector from Amazon and it fits the Model S key fob perfectly. http://www.amazon.com/Lucky-Line-49001-Key-Protector/dp/B002DZDG9C

would love to see some more pics with the key. thanks.

 

[Ven Rala]

I hope these pics are better.

 

[jomo25]

I hope these pics are better.

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Thanks! Definitely better pics.

OK, I kinda like that. So, is it completely enclosed? I.e. how do you put it in and how does it stay in? Is it zippered or something?

 

[Ven Rala]

It has a opening in the back that it squeezes thru. You can kind of see it in the original pic that I posted (the second pic was of the back)

 

[jomo25]

It has a opening in the back that it squeezes thru. You can kind of see it in the original pic that I posted (the second pic was of the back)

Thanks! Duh. I have images turned off on my forum settings, and didn't notice the limage links in your first post. i just saw the amazon link. makes sense. i actually think i like these better than the case logic ones (and the Tesla logo'd ones that Pete is making).

I'm in for 2 of these and will give someone else the chance to get one of Pete's first batch of 100. There doesn't seem to be a shortage of people interested in his anyways.

 

[pete8314]

I've suggested some new colors for the fob holders, there's a poll here if anyone is interested. Please keep the comments over there, or on the For Sale thread, since this is now a 'product'.

Pete

 

[VolkerP]

suggestion: FOB with micro USB port

The key fob needs a micro USB port.

- when plugged into a power source, the FOB battery is charged.
This will avoid getting lost in the woods with a drained FOB.

- when plugged into any computer, laptop, or tablet, there will
be an option to install a software/navigate to a URL that controls your car
remotely via the web. The attached key fob serves as an authentication token.

discuss.

 

[clea]

The key fob needs a micro USB port.

- when plugged into a power source, the FOB battery is charged.
This will avoid getting lost in the woods with a drained FOB.

- when plugged into any computer, laptop, or tablet, there will
be an option to install a software/navigate to a URL that controls your car
remotely via the web. The attached key fob serves as an authentication token.

discuss.

+1

- should be able to be plugged into the car's USB ports
- then it could also be used as a means of securely acquiring the log data.