Model 3 Performance Waiting Room

[Lindenwood]

How's the ride comfort on those lowering springs compared to the harsh stock ride?

I was impressed enough with the stock ride that I decided to keep the 20s instead of downsizing. The ride is a little harsher, but not significantly so.

*edit*

I did trim the front bump stops by about 5/8” though, and I can tell it takes larger bumps a little harder.

Overall, for the cost of buying wheels and tires and, separately, lowering springs, I think buying MPP Comforts would probably make a bigger difference in overall comfort than a bit more sidewall.

 

[nineismine]

Anyone with a similar order date as mine (3/11) and haven't received a VIN yet? (Yes, I have tried revealing it by viewing source).

03/07 here

 

[Young Phenom]

What was the problem initially that caused these ECU delays? Was Tesla short on inventory of ECU's or were they defective?

You ask that like Tesla is forthcoming with any information lol

 

[jdOTM3P]

You youngsters are more tolerant of build quality issues on a $65,000 purchase than I am. The rock chip I understand is out of Tesla's control as it most likely happened in transport on Americas lovely highway system

The hood, although it should have NEVER left the factory misaligned, can be adjusted. Window trim being uneven could be a difficult fix, could be hinges or the actual trim.

But........the dust/dirt under the paint for me is an immediate rejection as repaint is the only correction, and repainting a car will never ever match the factory not only in color match but texture as well, to get it close involves a TOP LEVEL paint shop and a lot of panel blending.....

I came from a BMW M4 which the build quality was significantly better, but the only reason why I tolerate it is because of the fact that both the areas where there is dust caught inside the paint is not really visible. if it was on the exterior then I would have cared, however because both are on the inner linings I dont mind it and I've already waited nearly 3 months for the car I don't want to wait for another 3 months.

Tesla doesnt care about these issues they care about pumping out cars. The fact that I have to wait 2 weeks to even bring my car in to a service center. You turn down your car and then what? It gets passed to the next guy in line who will more than happily take the car. They don't sit on any inventory so this is the only option

*edit* as much as it sucks to have to take a $63K MSRP car with flaws from the factory, its the sad truth that we have to face if we want to get into a tesla.

 

[Gulfcoaster]

You ask that like Tesla is forthcoming with any information lol

LMAO.....I know, WTH was I thinking

 

[Gulfcoaster]

I came from a BMW M4 which the build quality was significantly better, but the only reason why I tolerate it is because of the fact that both the areas where there is dust caught inside the paint is not really visible. if it was on the exterior then I would have cared, however because both are on the inner linings I dont mind it and I've already waited nearly 3 months for the car I don't want to wait for another 3 months.

Tesla doesnt care about these issues they care about pumping out cars. The fact that I have to wait 2 weeks to even bring my car in to a service center. You turn down your car and then what? It gets passed to the next guy in line who will more than happily take the car. They don't sit on any inventory so this is the only option

*edit* as much as it sucks to have to take a $63K MSRP car with flaws from the factory, its the sad truth that we have to face if we want to get into a tesla.

I suppose if the dust/dirt in the paint is on the inside edges of a door or door jamb I might accept that, on an outside panel....no chance. Kia is pumping out cars too, and they're flawless....not my cup of tea, but flawless.

 

[jdOTM3P]

I suppose if the dust/dirt in the paint is on the inside edges of a door or door jamb I might accept that, on an outside panel....no chance. Kia is pumping out cars too, and they're flawless....not my cup of tea, but flawless.

Yeah, I mean to be completely honest I was expecting a lot worse. I was somewhat pleasant with the over all quality of the car which seems like its gotten a lot better. I'm not here making excuses for tesla or anything but I'm sure in a couple of years the cars coming from the factory should be flawless. As big as a company Tesla is, It's still got some growing pains and to be COMPLETELY honest, I'll take my situation with my M3P over a kia any day. I've bought my mom a hyundai suv the engine gave out at 95K mi's (still within their 100K warranty) and they decided that they didn't want to cover it, and if you didn't know they're under the same umbrella.

 

[Gulfcoaster]

Yeah, I mean to be completely honest I was expecting a lot worse. I was somewhat pleasant with the over all quality of the car which seems like its gotten a lot better. I'm not here making excuses for tesla or anything but I'm sure in a couple of years the cars coming from the factory should be flawless. As big as a company Tesla is, It's still got some growing pains and to be COMPLETELY honest, I'll take my situation with my M3P over a kia any day. I've bought my mom a hyundai suv the engine gave out at 95K mi's (still within their 100K warranty) and they decided that they didn't want to cover it, and if you didn't know they're under the same umbrella.

No, I didn't know Kia and Hyundai were associated with each other. I'd walk before I bought a Kia but I was just referencing their build quality for a company that pumps out disposable cars.

Lets see pics of this lemon Tesla you bought !!! I'm kidding, just busting on you LOL
Enjoy it, they're a hell of a car sans the fit/finish issues.

 

[thill444]

You ask that like Tesla is forthcoming with any information lol

I think it's safe to assume they have supply chain issues like everyone else right now.

 

[cdkee]

I’d be curious what the cost of a 50a circuit would be in comparison. When charging via a Tesla wall charger my breaker and the charging cable get warm. I can use my temp gun to grab a reading next charge.

After about 40 mins at 24A my breaker was a little over 126 deg F at the edge where the neutral bus bar is.

 

[jdOTM3P]

No, I didn't know Kia and Hyundai were associated with each other. I'd walk before I bought a Kia but I was just referencing their build quality for a company that pumps out disposable cars.

Lets see pics of this lemon Tesla you bought !!! I'm kidding, just busting on you LOL
Enjoy it, they're a hell of a car sans the fit/finish issues.

my lemon

 

[RuffRidinNole]

Went Saturday to see if my car had arrived yet to try and snag it early but no luck and they said it was leaving Birmingham on the train. Anyone have any idea what other stops are on the train before it gets to Orlando? They mentioned Tesla has their own private track. I was guessing Atlanta, Jacksonville, Orlando?

 

[Gulfcoaster]

my lemon View attachment 807912

Really stunning, exactly what I hope arrives in the next 10 days here. Enjoy!!!!....WAIT, is that a bunch of drips in the paint I see !!

 

[Not That M3]

my lemon View attachment 807912

Makes me want to switch to red. Wife's car in the garage is white though so I'm a bit OCD and will stick with white. lol

Red is the best Tesla color IMO.

 

[Gulfcoaster]

Went Saturday to see if my car had arrived yet to try and snag it early but no luck and they said it was leaving Birmingham on the train. Anyone have any idea what other stops are on the train before it gets to Orlando? They mentioned Tesla has their own private track. I was guessing Atlanta, Jacksonville, Orlando?

I was told that the cars arrive in Alabama via train, but then get loaded onto trucks for all points southeast, not another train. Can anyone confirm this?

 

[Gulfcoaster]

Makes me want to switch to red. Wife's car in the garage is white though so I'm a bit OCD and will stick with white. lol

Red is the best Tesla color IMO.

I agree guys, its a stunning red, very similar to the red Mazda uses which is done very well.

 

[M3Pro]

03/07 here

Anyone with a similar order date as mine (3/11) and haven't received a VIN yet? (Yes, I have tried revealing it by viewing source).

3/13 in first day of EDD range (for second time) with no VIN. Gotta assume if no VIN my vehicle doesn’t even exist yet unless I get a reject kicked to me?

 

[nineismine]

3/13 in first day of EDD range (for second time) with no VIN. Gotta assume if no VIN my vehicle doesn’t even exist yet unless I get a reject kicked to me?

Ill bet you see your EDD move out by a couple weeks soon. Hope not!

 

[Not That M3]

3/13 in first day of EDD range (for second time) with no VIN. Gotta assume if no VIN my vehicle doesn’t even exist yet unless I get a reject kicked to me?

Sounds like an EDD push is coming soon to a theatre near you unfortunately. I'm hoping I get a VIN within the next week.

 

[Young Phenom]

I think it's safe to assume they have supply chain issues like everyone else right now.

Obviously