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Roadster 3.0

Discussion in 'Roadster 2008-2012' started by DrComputer, Dec 26, 2014.

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  1. dhrivnak

    dhrivnak Active Member

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    Maybe the Charlotte service center is an anomaly but I have not had an issue getting my Roadster serviced. Fortunately it does not require much service but when I have wanted a part or an appointment it has not been an issue.
     
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  2. sethr

    sethr CPO Roadster #1089

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    Let me clarify.... It has been difficult to get an appointment without driving there and speaking to someone in person, but I haven't needed anything since before the email most of us got giving us a point of contact. We'll see how that goes. As to the quality of service, the fact is fewer and fewer of the technicians are familiar with our Roadsters. As dhrivnak pointed out, any good technician can follow the manual. But, in my most recent experience, my Roadster came back (after replacing all four TPMS sensors) with the tires inflated to 30 psi all around, instead of 30/40 F/R. I also had the soft top cable replaced, but the turnbuckle nut wasn't tightened, resulting in sagging after a couple of times taking the top on and off. I've obviously corrected those minor mistakes, but I shouldn't have had to. Clearly someone didn't pay enough attention to the manual. These are little things, only annoying, but my concern is that a similar small error on a more critical part could lead to real problems.
     
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  3. CAR3NUT

    CAR3NUT Supporting Member

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    I feel so lucky to have such a great SC here in Tucson. It took me a week to get an appointment and according to Pete Gruber we have one of the best Roadster tech's in Tesla here in Tucson
     
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  4. IslandRoadster

    IslandRoadster Red Roadster #609!

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    I've reached out to the Roadster email address at Tesla twice. The first time I received a reply within a couple days. The second time I was looking for a new rim. Radio silence. Does not bode well for their improved focus on Roadster owners. :(
     
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  5. JRP3

    JRP3 Hyperactive Member

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    Tesla seems to have a new focus on terrible communication across the board, new customers and potential customers included.
     
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  6. drewski

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    unfortunately, i'd have to agree . . . the owners' email seemed positive, but they didn't seem to follow-through
     
  7. Bunnak

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    current roadster owner recently received a call from Tesla saying that a new and improved roadster battery available this year to all that are interested; however there is already a 1 year long waiting list. anyone else also get a phone call?
     
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  8. thebabydoc

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    How much?
    Expect to get it in 2 years, LOL
     
  9. Matteni

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    That is so bizarre

    They ignored a letter signed by a large percentage of owners of the last battery upgrade who are upset how fast their batteries were degrading and gave tons of evidence.

    They go weeks or months or never respond to people trying to register their cars for service

    Then they proactively call to tell you they will soon have a product that's not available for at least one year?

    So bizarre
     
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  10. Bunnak

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    $29K. It's available this year to some. But 1 year waitlist for others.
     
  11. wycolo

    wycolo Active Member

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    Tantalizing to think of just what tech will appear in the new Roadster replacement battery like maybe Maxwell goodies and all kinda extra range. :)
    --
     
  12. IslandRoadster

    IslandRoadster Red Roadster #609!

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    How exactly does one get on the "waitlist"? I see that one can sign up on their web page to get notified when it's available, but not waitlist that I can see.

    Thoughts?
     
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  13. drewski

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    Probably some on the list have bricked their battery and have it sitting at a SC waiting for anything :oops:

    Not that I would recommend that strategy.
     
  14. Botbldr45

    Botbldr45 Member

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    I got the first version of the battery upgrade a few years ago and just found out about reported degradation. My OVMS reports CAC 191.3Ah and SOH: 86%..
    Anybody know what that means.
     
  15. Bunnak

    Bunnak Member

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    how many miles are you getting at standard charge?
     
  16. dhrivnak

    dhrivnak Active Member

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    I get 209 miles on a standard charge and for the record standard charge is different on the 3.0. On the original battery I got about 30 miles on the top end (Range charge) and it charged to 83%. With the 3.0 I get about 70 miles on top end and the standard charge is to 77%.
     
  17. Botbldr45

    Botbldr45 Member

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    I’m charging now so I’ll let you know in a little bit. Only have 51,000+ miles on car but about 12000 on 3.0 battery.
     
  18. tomsax

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    It would be helpful to get your stats on the Roadster survey. That will let you see how your car compares to others and let others get more info on the performance of the new battery packs.
     
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  19. Botbldr45

    Botbldr45 Member

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    @tomsax - I would be happy to. Please tell me how and please explain it as if I were a sixth grader. By the way my standard change is 206. @ 82%.
     
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    tomsax Member

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    Follow this link: Battery Survey « Plug In America

    Then just fill in the blanks. The page explains where to find the information needed, but feel free to message me with any questions. If you're reading your CAC, you're already ahead of the game, especially for a sixth grader! :)
     
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