Supercharger - Little Rock, AR

[Zarwin]

The orientation of the pedestals is something I've never seen before for a supercharger. They are usually flat / parallel to the back of the space. Those are oriented like pull in stalls but for a back in space. Are any others like that?

 

[TMC Bubba]

The orientation of the pedestals is something I've never seen before for a supercharger. They are usually flat / parallel to the back of the space. Those are oriented like pull in stalls but for a back in space. Are any others like that?

It looks to me like the pedestals have not yet been installed onto the conduits. I bet they rotate 90° when they finish.

 

[essmd]

I had no idea Tupelo was getting an SC, that is great!!!
Last week when I went from Memphis to Atlanta, I had to go northeast to Nashville, then southeast through Chattanooga.
My struggle through Arkansas proved it was worth the miles to not have to deal with Non-SC charging.
Now with Tupelo, that will save almost 75 miles to be able to go through Birmingham.
As critical as I can be about Tesla, no matter who makes an EV capable of long-distance travel in the future, nobody will have a fast charging network like Tesla.

Living in DFW, almost any direction now is covered... as long as I don't head to Mexico...no worries there

 

[cadurney]

Here's my proposal: We get the word out to as many EVs as possible to meet in the parking lot of the Clinton Library and Doublewide at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday May 13 -- alternative date if SC is not yet up and running is May 20. We begin the convoy to the Supercharger at 11:30 and invite the press to cover it. ahurst, is your restaurant near by for lunch? The oldest and youngest Teslas are the first to hook up to the new SCs. Anyone have any other ideas, modifications, etc.?

 

[essmd]

Here's my proposal: We get the word out to as many EVs as possible to meet in the parking lot of the Clinton Library and Doublewide at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday May 13 -- alternative date if SC is not yet up and running is May 20. We begin the convoy to the Supercharger at 11:30 and invite the press to cover it. ahurst, is your restaurant near by for lunch? The oldest and youngest Teslas are the first to hook up to the new SCs. Anyone have any other ideas, modifications, etc.?

Is there a formal existing Little Rock or Arkansas-based Tesla Owners Group? I see you are the "owner" of the "RazerT's", very cool name.

There are several clubs in Texas, and the North Texas Tesla Owner's group is well established, has a 501 non-profit organizational tax status, and has an ongoing list of activities, including SC openings, Earth Day, trips, etc.

If interested, I know our President Rick is willing to offer any support, suggestions etc, since Tesla rarely does.

The LR SC opening is a bit far for us to travel, but we are very excited to have this major gap in coverage finally filled in.

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[Pricee2]

@TMC Bubba good catch. I looked at the way those pedestals were orientated and thought the charging cord would be to short.

 

[hyperlite1]

@TMC Bubba good catch. I looked at the way those pedestals were orientated and thought the charging cord would be to short.

@TMC Bubba and Pricee2
I hope the contractors followed the proper design.

If you look at how the concrete is poured, it will not be able to be mounted in the typical orientation.

As is It would still probably reach the car if they have the end where the cable comes out nearest to the spots.

 

[PLUS EV]

Yikes, there are light posts that prevent a car from backing up very far too. Unless they have some type of different charging cord, I don't see how this design is going to work.

North Dakota may beat Arkansas after all

 

[cadurney]

May 13 11:30. All EVs are invited to meet at Clinton Library parking lot. Convoy to SC will begin at noon. May 20 if SC is not yet operational.

 

[alderct]

Stopped by the site this afternoon to check on progress. Got a few photos, though did get chided by mall security. Worth it, since there seems to be some questions about the pedestals

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[ZAKEEUS]

Yikes, there are light posts that prevent a car from backing up very far too. Unless they have some type of different charging cord, I don't see how this design is going to work.

North Dakota may beat Arkansas after all

Every Supercharger I've been to only requires you to stop at the curb. The charging cord detaches from the far side so it shouldn't be a problem.

 

[CarlA]

Thanks for pics alderct. I took some pictures this evening so nothing new to report. Looks like there should be no trouble connecting as long as they don't put in parking lot bumpers. Looks like all that's left is label the pedestals, finish the landscaping, clean up the site, turn on the power and have a Tesla tech check each charger. Could get done this week. Where and when will the next Arkansas SC show up?

 

[MP3Mike]

I bet they screwed up and oriented all of the chargers the same as the single pull in spot, and that Tesla is going to make them rip it all out and start over. Which would really suck. (Especially for the contractor.)

Doesn't Tesla normally only label one side of the charger? That could make it very difficult to see what stall you are pulling in to. (Of course they could label both sides.)

 

[tpedwards]

I hope all they have to do is label both sides. I want this site to be up and running soon so that I can make it from Nashville to Dallas to see my brother (without going through Alabama/Mississippi/Louisiana)!

 

[thx1139]

Doesnt the orientation they installed these at put more stress on the cable? It needs to flex around the cabinet before it heads to the car. I think if Tesla meant for them to be installed that way the cable connection would be different to avoid the stress.

 

[MrWoolly]

@cadurney That's a great idea, unfortunately, I can't make it as I've entered my Model S85 into the Hot Springs Cruiser's Car Show at the airport in Hot Springs that's on May 13th too. Rats!

 

[PLUS EV]

I bet they screwed up and oriented all of the chargers the same as the single pull in spot, and that Tesla is going to make them rip it all out and start over. Which would really suck. (Especially for the contractor.)

Doesn't Tesla normally only label one side of the charger? That could make it very difficult to see what stall you are pulling in to. (Of course they could label both sides.)

I too am fairly certain they screwed up. Someone should call Tesla and be sure they've looked at these pics.

 

[Zarwin]

I too am fairly certain they screwed up. Someone should call Tesla and be sure they've looked at these pics.

I sent the pics/thread over to the supercharger email alias yesterday for their awareness.

 

[hyperlite1]

I too am fairly certain they screwed up. Someone should call Tesla and be sure they've looked at these pics.

Yep, pretty sure that is the case. I've never seen them face like this and while they would probably reach, I don't think they are designed to flex that way as was mentioned.

Good chance Tesla would make them fix it.

 

[jdo]

Oh, man. I was planning on this for a drive to Texas next month.

The Curse of the Arkansas Supercharger continues!