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Tesla Model 3 in Australia
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apchoo
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So I call the Melb Service Centre a few days after the delivery of my SR+ to enquire about ordering a couple of USB-C charging cables and tyre repair kit. As expected, I was on hold for a while before opted to leave a voicemail. I then sent a followup email to MelbourneService _at_ tesla _dot_ com and received a reply email a couple of hours later saying that they've ordered the cables and tyre repair kit for me and will be in touch when they have a delivery ETA.
In the week since, I grew tired of plugging and unplugging my Google Pixel XL whenever I drove the car, so I started hunting for 3rd party right angle USB-C cables that look similar to the ones in the pdf catalogue, and I came across this on Amazon AU:
https://www.amazon.com.au/gp/product/B07KK7W37B/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
The size and length of the "L" plug looked about right so I ordered one. For $7.99 it was worth the risk.
It arrived today to my surprise it fitted extremely well and it worked
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I took the photos with the phone, hence, couldn't take a pic of it docked on the USB-C plug, however, the phone docked easily and snugly even though it's in a Spigen case. I took a screenshot of the lock screen showing it was charging while docked.
A couple of points to note for this setup.
. I can live with this until the Tesla OEM cables arrive ... in fact I may even cancel my order for the cables if this proves to be resilient.
If you're after USB-C charging cables for your Model 3 and can't wait for the OEM ones, I highly recommend these ones from Amazon AU---just note that you'll need an extension USB cable to reach the ports.
In the week since, I grew tired of plugging and unplugging my Google Pixel XL whenever I drove the car, so I started hunting for 3rd party right angle USB-C cables that look similar to the ones in the pdf catalogue, and I came across this on Amazon AU:
https://www.amazon.com.au/gp/product/B07KK7W37B/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
The size and length of the "L" plug looked about right so I ordered one. For $7.99 it was worth the risk.
It arrived today to my surprise it fitted extremely well and it worked
. I took the photos with the phone, hence, couldn't take a pic of it docked on the USB-C plug, however, the phone docked easily and snugly even though it's in a Spigen case. I took a screenshot of the lock screen showing it was charging while docked.
A couple of points to note for this setup.
- The USB-C cable is only 25cm long and won't reach the USB ports after threading thru the groove channel and hole. I used a short (blue) USB 3.0 extension cable I had lying around.
- When inserting the collar of the "L" plug, to prevent breaking the cable holder closest to where the plug sits, I first inserted the plug perpendicular to the receptacle before rotating it 90 degrees towards the receptacle. Once the plug is inserted, I carefully threaded the cable in the groove channel all the way to the hole. The nylon braided cable is quick thick but it fits in the groove with a bit of care.
. I can live with this until the Tesla OEM cables arrive ... in fact I may even cancel my order for the cables if this proves to be resilient.If you're after USB-C charging cables for your Model 3 and can't wait for the OEM ones, I highly recommend these ones from Amazon AU---just note that you'll need an extension USB cable to reach the ports.
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Thanks for confirming.
Yes that is how it is supposed to work and I am glad you have no issues with it.
Thanks for confirming. I guess it is just my bad luck, but I am sure it will be fixed soon when I visit the service centre
apchoo
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Thanks. Was hoping they may have a Melbourne branch but no such luck. The different options and their prices will come in handy when I get Melbourne quotes. Did they tuck in the film below the door frame so you don't see its edge when the door is shut and the window pops back up?
Can any Melbourne owners recommend a good tinter for the Model 3?
BarnabySydney
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Thanks hairyman I'm well familiar with TOCA and know their former president quite well.
Damian at Dr Tint in Carrum Downs. He's done all of our cars and even though he hasn't done our Tesla yet (hasn't been delivered yet) I'll definitely take it to him.
Good pricing and top quality work.
Drtint
Driving between Cohuna and Echuca last Friday, lo and behold a familiar shape heading toward me on the highway - a nice new red Model 3! Kudos to whoever was taking their brand new baby for a drive from a very jealous current ICE owner
Pretty sure Dashcam footage time stamp is UTC but file name is local date and time. That way Tesla can see/track worldwide events as they happen and user can search their files in local time zone.
apchoo
Member
So I call the Melb Service Centre a few days after the delivery of my SR+ to enquire about ordering a couple of USB-C charging cables and tyre repair kit. As expected, I was on hold for a while before opted to leave a voicemail. I then sent a followup email to MelbourneService _at_ tesla _dot_ com and received a reply email a couple of hours later saying that they've ordered the cables and tyre repair kit for me and will be in touch when they have a delivery ETA.
In the week since, I grew tired of plugging and unplugging my Google Pixel XL whenever I drove the car, so I started hunting for 3rd party right angle USB-C cables that look similar to the ones in the pdf catalogue, and I came across this on Amazon AU:
https://www.amazon.com.au/gp/product/B07KK7W37B/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
The size and length of the "L" plug looked about right so I ordered one. For $7.99 it was worth the risk.
It arrived today to my surprise it fitted extremely well and it worked
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I took the photos with the phone, hence, couldn't take a pic of it docked on the USB-C plug, however, the phone docked easily and snugly even though it's in a Spigen case. I took a screenshot of the lock screen showing it was charging while docked.
A couple of points to note for this setup.
I'm really stoked about this
- The USB-C cable is only 25cm long and won't reach the USB ports after threading thru the groove channel and hole. I used a short (blue) USB 3.0 extension cable I had lying around.
- When inserting the collar of the "L" plug, to prevent breaking the cable holder closest to where the plug sits, I first inserted the plug perpendicular to the receptacle before rotating it 90 degrees towards the receptacle. Once the plug is inserted, I carefully threaded the cable in the groove channel all the way to the hole. The nylon braided cable is quick thick but it fits in the groove with a bit of care.
If you're after USB-C charging cables for your Model 3 and can't wait for the OEM ones, I highly recommend these ones from Amazon AU---just note that you'll need an extension USB cable to reach the ports.
If you're after an equivalent lightning cable for a non-wireless charging iPhone check out this one from the same seller.
https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B07KG5C3Q6/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_i_tSMKDbVNES8VH
I've also ordered this Y splitter USB cable which will I will use as an extension cable and connect an USB drive for dashcam/sentry mode.
https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B01EL7INUG/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_i_BTMKDb1V10ZQX
raynewman
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My wife thought that til I got a UV meter and I don't think she believed that either - slippery stuff that UV.
Can't recommend him highly enough! Damian is amazing and is literally a tint genius.
Australian Model 3 Q3 estimates for delivery. So extremely hard to do - so many variables. My estimate is currently 1790 +/- 80 As more information comes to hand, I’ll refine the number
Is the price of a UV meter worth the potential reduction in noise discomfort from the passenger seat?
I might just edit Wikipedia and take a screenshot as a quick fix
raynewman
Active Member
I purchased a couple of cheap ones and got told they weren't accurate cause they were cheap and in any case UV A, B, ...Is the price of a UV meter worth the potential reduction in noise discomfort from the passenger seat?
I might just edit Wikipedia and take a screenshot as a quick fix
Anyhow, being in Sydney, I suggest you investigate a "professional" measurement.
Tesla need to add a Media Player that will play stored video content on a USB stick. That would not be hard to add.
Streaming is great n’all, but it needs (a) internet connectivity and (b) not everything you want to watch is available on streaming platforms.
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