Raven \ Current Model Comparisons with Previous Models

[ucmndd]

I believe the different model 3 motor they put in the Raven generates a different pattern of static radio waves that blocks the ability to have am radio received and this is also why the 3 can't do am. Basically it would be too much static.

Neat idea but the AM radio went away way back with MCU2 introduction in March 2018.

 

[BPeter]

Had it on my first S85D and never wanted it again. Opened it only 2 times. Once to see if I could figure out why it was leaking and 2nd when service replaced the seal to stop it from leaking. Absolutely don’t miss it and am a-okay with it not being an option anymore.

Hopefully the lost sales from no pano roof (there has to be some) is offset by cheaper manufacturing and less maintenance for Tesla! I can definitely live without it but I'm really happy I do have it.

 

[Seattle]

Hopefully the lost sales from no pano roof (there has to be some) is offset by cheaper manufacturing and less maintenance for Tesla! I can definitely live without it but I'm really happy I do have it.

Before the Raven upgrade I thought the s still had am. Are you sure?

 

[ucmndd]

Before the Raven upgrade I thought the s still had am. Are you sure?

MCU2 killed the AM radio in March 2018.

 

[Seattle]

MCU2 killed the AM radio in March 2018.

Hmm, ok.

 

[lagomorph]

I have a pano. Coming from a convertible I thought I would use it a lot. Turns out I’ve only opened it once or twice in two years.

Same. It was a "must have" when I ordered my Model S in 2015. I opened the pano roof a maximum of 5 times during the 4 years I had my last Model S. My new Raven is just glass, and I don't miss the pano one bit.

 

[Electroman]

MCU2 killed the AM radio in March 2018.

I am sure they don't want you to listen to Rush Limbaugh anymore

 

[ucmndd]

I am sure they don't want you to listen to Rush Limbaugh anymore

Part of the mission to accelerate the transition to sustainable energy.

 

[aerodyne]

No one mentioned the yellowing screen. Not just a Raven thing I know, but some prior models lacked this feature....

 

[Navsarin]

MCU2 killed the AM radio in March 2018.

I have a July 2018 build 100D MCU2 and I still have AM radio.

 

[SDRick]

Any chance the AM radio is was never actually removed by the manufacturer and somehow could be programmed or hacked to come back on?

Are there car radio manufacturers that actually make a radio without AM?

 

[Brettski]

I have a July 2018 build 100D MCU2 and I still have AM radio.

Strange. My 5/2018 build MCU2 does not have AM. Due to having a sunroof, XM radio was an option.

 

[tpoltron]

Had it on my first S85D and never wanted it again. Opened it only 2 times. Once to see if I could figure out why it was leaking and 2nd when service replaced the seal to stop it from leaking.

Try cleaning the drains.
My 2014 leaked around 2017 and Tesla replaced the seals under warranty. This year it leaked again and a friend of mine asked if I’d cleaned the drains. ‘What drains?’ I said. Turns out there is a drain in both front corners going down the A pillar. A gentle poke with a stiff wire and a little compressed air and voila - good as new. Took all of 10 minutes but I bet it would be 5 next time.

I expect warranty costs were part of the reason Tesla dropped the sunroof.

 

[David29]

Try cleaning the drains.
My 2014 leaked around 2017 and Tesla replaced the seals under warranty. This year it leaked again and a friend of mine asked if I’d cleaned the drains. ‘What drains?’ I said. Turns out there is a drain in both front corners going down the A pillar. A gentle poke with a stiff wire and a little compressed air and voila - good as new. Took all of 10 minutes but I bet it would be 5 next time.

I expect warranty costs were part of the reason Tesla dropped the sunroof.

This turns out to be a common problem with sunroofs. My wife's Toyota Corolla had a clogged drain that went undetected for some time, months possibly, and ruined her carpets. Very expensive to repair the damaged carpeting. I found a lot of reports online of similar drain clogging problems with other Toyotas as well as other types of cars. Unfortunately, clearing the drains was not a part of routine Toyota service, nor was it part of Tesla's. I asked my Tesla mobile service tech about it when he did my last annual service, and he said he checked the drains, but I think all he did was to look at the top end. I do not think he used compressed air or anything like a wire.

Next time I have service I plan to explicitly ask for drains to be cleaned out.

 

[dblankenbaker]

...Also, I have noticed some features that are no longer offered or available.
These include the powered sunroof, alcantara, descriptive rear badging...

Do the Raven Performance cars no longer have an alcantara headliner?

 

[Saghost]

Do the Raven Performance cars no longer have an alcantara headliner?

My headliner is still alcantara. The top of the dash was in some sections on my 2016 with premium interior and is not on the new car, which I suspect is what they were referring to.

 

[AMPd]

I wish they would bring back the solid roof option.

 

[boonedocks]

Try cleaning the drains.
My 2014 leaked around 2017 and Tesla replaced the seals under warranty. This year it leaked again and a friend of mine asked if I’d cleaned the drains. ‘What drains?’ I said. Turns out there is a drain in both front corners going down the A pillar. A gentle poke with a stiff wire and a little compressed air and voila - good as new. Took all of 10 minutes but I bet it would be 5 next time.

I expect warranty costs were part of the reason Tesla dropped the sunroof.

I am 3 new Teslas past that one....but thank you for your tip...others may need it.

 

[PPower19]

Yeah, good tip thanks.
@boonedocks Have you noticed any other differences regarding your new Raven? Can you feel any improvement with the new front motor in terms on acceleration from 80 km/t and up?

 

[Brettski]

I’ve wondered if HW3 has improved the animation of nearby cars so they don’t look like they’re dancing and jiggling when everyone is at a standstill - ?