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So not even EoQ rush. It seems 2024 is another year in which the car has improved but the build quality has not, at least for MS. My 2013 MS was better built. My 2017 MX was not as well built. My 2024 MS is middle of the road…so far. I guess I should feel lucky…which is a sad state of affairs.
So far my issues are: misaligned frunk leading to misaligned panel gaps (left it alone), misaligned rear hatch leading to rattle (self addressed by adjusting rubber stops), rear seat rattle (self addressed using gaffers tape), inconsistent door handles (rear slightly more recessed than front - left it alone), doors slightly misaligned leading to inconsistent window seal (left it alone but calibrated windows in service menu, which helped some), wind nose at high speeds (addressed using RPMTesla silicone strip to cover seam where windshield meets glass roof). Cosmetically, I got lucky. No paint issues, scuffs, scratches etc. Seats and interior were perfect except slightly misaligned trim up front.
Do you all think Tesla will ever update the tooling for the MS so the car is built in a much more uniform fashion? The model S is such a fantastic car overall but I’d be hard pressed to buy another knowing how much variation there is from car to car. Model 3 seems to be put together much better.
I think probably not, as it is not a volume seller. But I wish they would- it would fix the door, handle and hatch problems, but maybe not worth their retooling costs.
I suspect Taycan is nicely built, and the new one looks like it has fixed ALL the issues with the old. Just need to pony up a lot of cash.
A Taycan 4S with 14K in options is $AUD255 000 here. Wow.
We took delivery today MSLR UR. No drama of any kind. Fit and finish is Excellent!! Took all time we wanted to look it over. Our detailer and I went over the car again later we couldn’t anything more than a little adhesive on some trim. FUSC transferred as soon as I accepted the car in the app. It was a Long wait 133 days from order to delivery but very much worth the wait. This one is a keeper just like the last one.
Pictures when the tint and PPF are done. But man that is a Beautiful car!!
Pictures when the tint and PPF are done. But man that is a Beautiful car!!
Count your blessings! You got a unicorn.We took delivery today MSLR UR. No drama of any kind. Fit and finish is Excellent!! Took all time we wanted to look it over. Our detailer and I went over the car again later we couldn’t anything more than a little adhesive on some trim. FUSC transferred as soon as I accepted the car in the app. It was a Long wait 133 days from order to delivery but very much worth the wait. This one is a keeper just like the last one.
Pictures when the tint and PPF are done. But man that is a Beautiful car!!
Strange that in the video he says 3 times not to buy this if you don’t have wind noise…as if it’s a solution but could cause an issue if you don’t have the problem to begin with?Try this guy:
Model S Wind Noise Reduction Kit
If you are tired of wind noise at the top of your windshield in your Model S? This is the solution! Over 10,000 sold for Model 3 and Y. RPM created this item, and the rest are just imitations with limited 30 days warranties. This is made from a smooth silicone sponge rubber tubing making...www.rpmtesla.com
Easiest test is if you can replicate the noise, put the seats down. If it goes away, you found your issue.
Drove about 60 miles today... 25 to work/ 25 from work to home/ and ran some errands. Lovin it... I was thinking about getting one more panel but I think I am satisfied. My grid usage today was only 5kwh @ a flat rate of $0.08/kwh. I only used $0.40 in electricity today after charging.
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Can’t imagine it would cause an issue. I didn’t have significant wind noise but installed it anyway to tighten up the seams. After installing, I did actually hear less wind noise at high speeds.
appreciate you taking 2 for the team this time. Hoping they get it all worked out.
Re: the center console gear thing, I have found that I have to touch one of the buttons with the brake depressed to activate it, which takes almost a second, at which point the lights come on, and then I can select D or R or whatever, and that works, but also with a slight delay. BTW: when I did this at the dealer, the salesperson was super-surprised: had never seen this aspect of the car. I used this method to get the car going for a while but the interface delays finally got to me and I mostly just use the screen now.
Yeah unfortunately the backup is meant to be a backup. You’ll notice that it lights up and springs into action when your screen freezes or crashes. I also wish it were more responsive and not just a backup.
Tesla Model Y/Mode S 19" Spider-Man Wheel Covers Hubcaps | Hansshow
Hansshow Tesla Model Y/Mode S Spider-Man Hubcaps adopt feature plug-and-play designs, requiring no specialized tools. Tesla owners can easily install or remove them. They can reduce friction between the wheels, tires, and air, leading to decreased wind resistance and noise. This contributes to a...www.hautopart.com
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