I just got a Gen 3 starlink kit and installed it under my Model Y glass roof. Since I travel a lot for work and always need internet, I wanted a solution that worked everywhere.
I was a bit skeptical. I expected the glass to reduce the performance of the antenna noticeable. To my surprise, the speed I get is almost as good as free standing. There almost no difference. This is awesome. I haven't found a good mounting solution yet. I totally expected having to take the antenna out and set it up on top of my car. But now I feel confident doing a 'permanent' mounting inside my Y.
The only slight downside is the noise from the antenna. It does make a slightly annoying buzzing noise when turned on. As for powering it, it needs aprox 50 to 60 Watt under normal operation. I have a Bluetti AC180 power station providing 120 Volt. I always top the Bluetti off from the car via '12 Volt'.
I was a bit skeptical. I expected the glass to reduce the performance of the antenna noticeable. To my surprise, the speed I get is almost as good as free standing. There almost no difference. This is awesome. I haven't found a good mounting solution yet. I totally expected having to take the antenna out and set it up on top of my car. But now I feel confident doing a 'permanent' mounting inside my Y.
The only slight downside is the noise from the antenna. It does make a slightly annoying buzzing noise when turned on. As for powering it, it needs aprox 50 to 60 Watt under normal operation. I have a Bluetti AC180 power station providing 120 Volt. I always top the Bluetti off from the car via '12 Volt'.
