PLAID Raised Emblem Model S Community Input

[DayTrippin]

No offense, but this is like a bad version of "Pimp My Ride." Biggest issue is the letters jut out too far from the body. A more flush looking letter and a different font would be better. Better yet, put the Plaid in ride across the plastic piece connecting the taillights and do it in red. Tighten up the kerning while you are at it.

 

[Cal1]

My 2021 came with the word Plaid in the same place the badge goes now. I thought folks were aware of it but no one mentioned it. Pretty small and not very noticeable. Seems like all the later ones come with the abstract badge. I prefer the word.

 

[TLLMRRJ]

My 2021 came with the word Plaid in the same place the badge goes now. I thought folks were aware of it but no one mentioned it. Pretty small and not very noticeable. Seems like all the later ones come with the abstract badge. I prefer the word.

I agree. That version inspired me to go with just "DUAL" in that same location.

 

[DayTrippin]

I bought a 70D emblem for mine. Keep everyone guessing.

 

[Laddcruzer]

I agree. That version inspired me to go with just "DUAL" in that same location.

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I’m thinking since I have a Plaid I’ll go with “TRIPLE”. Maybe it’s already out there.

 

[TLLMRRJ]

I’m thinking since I have a Plaid I’ll go with “TRIPLE”. Maybe it’s already out there.

I wanted DUECE, but couldn't find the right size and font.

 

[Rupe]

I prefer subtlety. That isn’t, especially since you already have the Plaid symbol Installed.

 

[URBAN LEGEND]

They will either know or don’t know it’s a Plaid when I dust someone.

 

[Sam1]

Hi fellow Model S-ers.
I recently made this raised emblem and I was wondering what you guys think. Should letters be bigger and spaced further apart? Or does it look just fine. I had recently made one for a friend where the PLAID emblem was to the top right which looked fine. I want your guys opinions before I apply the stronger adhesive. What do you guys think? View attachment 939621View attachment 939622View attachment 939623

I love this kind of stuff. When other people see it, it sets the bar pretty low and they appreciate my non-Autozoned car even more.

 

[aerodyne]

Well, I am over the badge phase, but I like the black raised word art (Letters) on the back trim bar they took away in the refresh.

So, here is the 2023 raised silver letters on a 2022 rear trim bar. Not perfect, but when I showed it to my wife, she said it was "Within Spec"

 

[WilliamG]

Well, I am over the badge phase, but I like the black raised word art (Letters) on the back trim bar they took away in the refresh.

So, here is the 2023 raised silver letters on a 2022 rear trim bar. Not perfect, but when I showed it to my wife, she said it was "Within Spec"

Certainly more within spec than the left tail light alignment Tesla can’t get right.

Where did you get the letters from, and how did you install them so well?

Also, what on earth is the “PLAD-“ badge?!

 

[aerodyne]

Also, what on earth is the “PLAD-“ badge?!

Remember the plaid plus we were promised? I do, placed an order within 30 seconds on Battery Day.

Another broken promise by Tesla.

So, I was left with the MS, or plaid minus... a motor

 

[aerodyne]

Certainly more within spec than the left tail light alignment Tesla can’t get right.

Nice try, but I'm not even going to look at tailights until I fix the rear seat rattle. The "T" letter is about 0.040" low, I'll live with it somehow.

 

[aerodyne]

Where did you get the letters from, and how did you install them so well?

Comes in a carrier. I found it needed to be trimmed to ensure top and bottom alignment.

See image for carrier and PN. Be prepared for a argument at the SvC about why it is not available for your car, despite being listed on the EPC as "Over the Counter"

 

[aerodyne]

In retrospect, "The best badge is no badge"

But they are OK on the garage wall

 

[WilliamG]

Nice try, but I'm not even going to look at tailights until I fix the rear seat rattle. The "T" letter is about 0.040" low, I'll live with it somehow.

Ah, nobody will notice but you. But the spelling of "PLAD" is a concern...